Goal of Orlando Trip
Purpose: Align everyone on the goals and vision of the trip.
• Discuss what everyone wants to prioritize: theme parks, relaxation, or a mix of both.
• Identify key dates: How many days will the trip last, and when will everyone arrive and depart?
Example Agenda Points:
• "Do we want to spend all days at the parks, or include some relaxing/free days?"
• "Should we explore dining options for Thanksgiving in the parks or outside?"
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2. Assign Responsibilities
Purpose: Divide tasks to streamline planning.
• Park Tickets & Reservations: Who will handle buying Disney and Universal tickets?
• Accommodations: Assign someone to research mid-range options near the parks.
• Dining: Delegate finding Thanksgiving restaurants and other meal spots.
• Travel Plans: Assign someone to coordinate driving or car rentals and routes.
• Special Experiences: Task someone with finding hidden gems or unique activities.
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3. Budget Discussion
Purpose: Set a realistic budget everyone can agree on.
• Accommodation: What’s the range per night?
• Tickets: Confirm prices for theme parks and any add-ons (like Genie+ or Express Pass).
• Dining: Discuss if everyone is comfortable with a mix of casual and more upscale meals.
• Extras: Will the group splurge on special activities like character dining or holiday tours?
Tip: Use a shared spreadsheet for transparency and tracking.
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4. Itinerary Ideas
Purpose: Get input on preferences for each day.
• Propose splitting time between Disney and Universal parks based on interest.
• Suggest one day for a break from the parks to explore hidden gems (e.g., Winter Park or Wekiwa Springs).
• Include a backup plan for high-crowd days (e.g., exploring Disney Springs instead of battling long lines).
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5. Thanksgiving Day
Key Questions:
• Meal Plan: Do you want to book a restaurant in the parks or nearby?
• Relaxation vs. Busy Day: Will Thanksgiving be a more relaxed day or a park day?
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6. Follow-Up Plan
Purpose: Keep the planning on track.
• Set deadlines for making reservations (e.g., dining opens 60 days in advance for Disney, so mark the date!).
• Schedule another check-in closer to the trip for final confirmations.
