Princess Tea Party question

[Mrs Doubtfire]

we are going to WDW over Christmas & I was thinking of booking this for my DD age 7 - as a Christmas present.

Can anyone tell me if it is worth the $$$? Or has anybody been and can give any advice?

Thanks

 

[Madjock]

I've never done this but there was a recent mention of it in the Allears newsletter which read:

"My Disney Girl's Perfectly Princess Tea at the Grand Floridian
-- One hundred percent of AllEarsNet.com's reviewers also recommend this special event, at which a little girl can dress up and have a special tea party with Princess Aurora from Sleeping Beauty. With an average rating of 9.8, this tea draws mostly raves, such as this one from reviewer riggspd: Excellent attention to detail. Rose Petal was very entertaining and kept my attention as well as my daughter's. It was the highlight of my daughter's week at Disney. You could tell that every little girl felt like a real princess. Very cozy and appropriate area for the tea party. The food was delicious. Glad we spent the money."

If you look over on the US board you could probably get more of an idea as I think quite a few over there have done it.

 

[wideeyes]

I looked into this for my dd who will be 5, I think its VERY expensive so I am undecided on it really, I think she maybe just as happy with a princess character meal.

 

[Halo]

The Cost:
It is very expensive at $225 for one adult and one child ages 3-11. (This includes gratuity but tax is extra). Additional adult guest (12 and older) is $75 plus tax and an additional child is $135 plus tax.

Book up to 180 days in advance. Your credit card will be charged by WDW prior to the event.

What you get for your money:
Your little girl can dress up and have a special tea party with Princess Aurora from Sleeping Beauty. The tea party is hosted by "Rose Petal" a magical rose from Aurora's garden, who will lead sing-alongs, storytelling and a princess parade.

In addition to the tea party, princess cake and meet and great with Aurora, each guest from 3-11 will receive "My Disney Girl" collectable doll plus accessories; a tiara, Princess link bracelet, princess scrapbook page and a "Best Friend" certificate.

If a little boy wishes to attend, they will receive a teddy bear and princely crown instead of the doll and tiara!

Adults receive a selection of hot tea and a luncheon plate with small sandwiches, cheese briquettes, lavosh crackers and fruit.

Children receive juice and a luncheon plate with fruit, small sandwiches and heart-shaped peanut butter and jelly sandwiches.

When is it?
Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 10:30am - Noon. Arrive 15 minutes prior to check-in.

Is it worth it?
I am sure that those who go have a great time however IMHO its a lot of money for some sandwiches and some (small) gifts, and the money would be much better spent on other treats (e.g. BBB, or Pirates Cruise, or CRT to name but a few). From what I saw all of the attendees were not only dressed as princesses but were also fully accessorised - shoes, gloves, handbags etc. - so you could spend a lot more than the ticket price to attend.

 

[Mrs Doubtfire]

Thanks for the replies - now have to decide wether to book.