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Gionni’s big group WDW trip - PREP 504

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I interviewed Gionni about planning and completing a February 21–28 Walt Disney World trip with a 13-person multi-generational family group

We are staying at Caribbean Beach. And I chose that specifically for the Skyliner and the pools.

I had to split every reservation into smaller. So, Beaches and Cream, every family unit has their own reservation.

I'm always fascinated by the dynamics of these trips because so much can be good about it, but there's also a certain level of challenge that you wouldn't have with a smaller group.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Split dining reservations for large groups into smaller family units.
✓Use Lightning Lane estimator tools to budget for large parties.
✓Consider staying at a resort with Skyliner access for easier transportation.
✓Book Lightning Lanes for the group and have members reimburse you.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Managing a large group's dynamics and pace — Move like the Titanic, not a jet ski; allow extra time for group coordination.
Budgeting for Lightning Lanes for a large party — Use the Lightning Lane estimator tool to see potential costs before booking.
Handling baby needs in the parks — Utilize baby care centers and plan for breaks; rider swap for intense rides.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow to plan a Walt Disney World trip for a large multi-generational family group?
QWhat are the challenges of touring with a group of 13 people?
QHow to manage dining and Lightning Lane reservations for a large party?
QWhat are the pros and cons of staying at Caribbean Beach Resort?
QHow to handle transportation and logistics for a large group at Disney World?
YouTube Video Description↓

I interviewed Gionni about planning and completing a February 21–28 Walt Disney World trip with a 13-person multi-generational family group (kids 4 months to 9 years). Gionni planned dining (often splitting reservations), Lightning Lanes (she booked and others reimbursed), Memory Maker sharing, and used tools like Standby Skipper and Wait Magic with mixed results for a large party. The group stayed in four rooms at Caribbean Beach (Jamaica section), used the Skyliner and buses, and toured EPCOT, Animal Kingdom, and two Magic Kingdom days, plus Hollywood Studios with a Fantasmic Dining Package, alongside resort/pool time and Disney Springs. They navigated ride downtime, weather swings, stroller and infant needs, transportation delays, and meal hiccups; favorites included Ohana, Sci-Fi Dine-In, and Steakhouse 71. Links: 👉 Our Lightning Lane Calculator - https://wdwprepschool.com/wdw-lightning-lane-calculator/ 👉 Trip Cost Estimator Tool - https://wdwprepschool.com/disney-world-trip-cost-calculator/ 👉 WDW Prep Navigator - https://wdwprepschool.com/wdw-prep-navigator/ 👉 Disney Dining Plan Calculator - https://wdwprepschool.com/disney-dining-plan-calculator/ 👉 How to use Rider Switch at Disney World - https://wdwprepschool.com/how-to-child-swap-rider-switch-at-disney-world/ 👉 Gear Fusion transportation - https://www.gearfusion.com/ 👇 Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/wdwprepschool/ https://www.facebook.com/WDWPrepSchool/