Disney Wedding Podcast

Today, Caitlin Christmas and Omar Hernandez share the story of their ceremony at the Wedding Pavilion, After Hours reception at EPCOT's UK Courtyard, dessert party at Norway Loft and Germany Promenade A & B with Frozen Ever After ride mix-in, and welcome party at Tamu Tamu Courtyard with Safari mix-in! You'll hear how they worked within the unique restrictions of an After Hours event, where they saved in order to splurge, and the best menu items from all their events! Plus, Caitlin and Omar offer their best advice for anyone planning a Walt Disney World wedding or vow renewal.

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Today's episode covers everything you ever wanted to know about the pre-park-opening portrait sessions available at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. These sessions offer a unique opportunity to take photos in bridal attire before the parks open to day guests, and they're offered at Disneyland, California Adventure, Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney's Hollywood Studios and Disney's Animal Kingdom, as well as the two water parks. Today you'll learn…

• Who's eligible to book in-park portrait sessions
• How much they cost
• Which days and times are available
• Which photographers can shoot the photos
• Where you can take photos

…and much more! My guest today is Leslie Valencia, who was lucky enough to do bridal portrait sessions on both coasts. Today she shares how the Disneyland and Walt Disney World portrait sessions differ, which one was her favorite, where she was able to take photos, and her tips for anyone interested in this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! Click here to see TONS of park portraits!

Today, Alyssa Lewis shares the story of her ceremony at Spaceship Earth in EPCOT, reception at Ariel's at the Beach Club, and dessert party at Terrace des Fleurs in EPCOT, complete with Frozen Ever After ride mix-in! You'll hear what it was like to be the first couple to use this iconic ceremony venue, which menu items were the biggest hits, and how Alyssa saved money on floral and transportation. Plus she offers her top tips for anyone planning a wedding or vow renewal at Walt Disney World.

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This week, Kayla Brown shares the story of her Tree of Life ceremony in Animal Kingdom and Germany Promenade A & B dessert party in EPCOT. She and Bill fell in love with the Tree of Life on the Disney's Fairy Tale Weddings show but were unsure whether the venue would be well-lit without TV lighting. Today she discusses how she felt about the lighting, as well as how her guests reacted to the 10pm ceremony time and celebration held the following evening. Plus she shares her thoughts on scheduling Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom portrait sessions the two days directly following the wedding!

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Today, Marissa Blackstock shares the story of her pre-reception at Italy Isola, reception at American Adventure Rotunda, Magic Kingdom wedding ceremony on Main Street, U.S.A., and afterparty in The Hub at Cinderella Castle! You'll hear what it was like planning a large wedding within the restrictions of an After Hours in-park event, including how guests responded to the non-traditional order of events and late-night schedule, why Marissa enlisted the help of H Three Events when planning, and how even her wish to relieve their many entertainment-industry guests from the responsibility of performing couldn't keep her new mother-in-law, Reba McEntire, from belting out one of her hits at the reception!

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This week, Grace Koguc shares the story of her Wedding Pavilion ceremony, Toledo reception at Coronado Springs' Gran Destino Tower, and Terrace des Fleurs dessert party. You'll hear how she worked to customize the restaurant's menus and saved a ton on floral and décor due with her venue choices. She also discusses her afternoon welcome party at Italy Isola in EPCOT and the rehearsal lunch she planned at Citricos. Listen now!

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Today, Rachel Thompson shares the story of her ceremony at the Wedding Pavilion and reception at Italy Isola in EPCOT, including a ride mix-in on Soarin'. You'll hear how she and Jayson chose these locations, what the most popular menu items were, and where they saved and splurged. Rachel also discusses the unique timeline and restrictions associated with outdoor, in-park events and gives lots of tips to help you plan yours. Listen now!

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This week, Paige Hutton shares the story of being the first couple to have a wedding ceremony at EPCOT's GM Lounge! You'll hear how she and Keith chose this unique venue, along with Living Seas Salon for their reception and Italy Isola for their dessert party! Paige shares her tips for decorating Living Seas Salon, making transportation go more smoothly, and choosing menu items when you have a reception, a dessert party and a welcome party to plan! You'll also hear how her decision to use Martell Event Services for day-of coordination made Paige and Keith's event run seamlessly!

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Today, Beth Crowell shares the story of her Wedding Pavilion ceremony, Harambe Marketplace dinner, and Pandora: World of Avatar cake-and-dance party. You'll hear how she and Caleb decided to split up their reception and chose these unique venues, along with details on the rules and restrictions associated with catered events at Pandora. Beth also shares her favorite menu items and cake flavors, plus her top advice for anyone having a Disney wedding!

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This week, Jenna shares the story of her Disney wedding and reception, which were moved to the Whitehall Room and Patio due to a daylong rainstorm, plus a cake-cutting at Trader Sam's Grog Grotto, and a dessert party held at World Showplace and UK Lochside. Jenna discusses how Disney handled the major changes to her venues and schedule due to weather, as well as whether it's worth it to pay extra for a full bar buyout with special effects at Trader Sam's.

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