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1. Luxurious Accommodations Everyone would love to win a stay in the elusive Cinderella Castle Suite, but luckily there are other options for us mortals! Specifically, the Port Orleans Resort – Riverside features a selection of Royal Guest Rooms. These gorgeous rooms are Disney Princess-themed and feature royal portraits, elaborate furnishings, and Easter eggs throughout the walls and fixtures. This ...

2. Dine with Royalty Here’s another great method for seeing princesses (without a line). Consider going to their place for dinner! There are princess character meals featured all throughout the parks and resort hotels. Favorites include the Akershus Royal Banquet Hall in EPCOT and Cinderella’s dinner at the Grand Floridian’s 1900 Park Fare. The most sought out dining reservation of ...

3. See a Parade Another great place to spot princesses is during parades and the Magic Kingdom’s is no exception. The afternoon spectacle, Festival of Fantasy, features leading ladies from classics all the way up to Frozen. If you stake out a spot early, you can probably get great pictures or a personal wave from your favorite princess! (Tip: The ...

4. Meet and Greets Speaking of photo ops, don’t miss out on meeting the princesses themselves! These characters appear throughout all of the parks at designated areas where they take pictures, sign autographs, and make small talk with their fans. Personally, my favorite spot is the opulent Princess Fairytale Hall inside the Magic Kingdom’s Fantasyland. Not only is this venue ...

5. Princess Photo Shoot However you choose to doll up, there are countless photo opportunities for those who love the camera. The Magic Kingdom alone has three castles and EPCOT’s World Showcase is full of regal buildings that are worthy of a backdrop. Other favorite photo spots include the wishing well, Cinderella’s fountain, and Cinderella’s mosaic that are all around/near ...

6. Say “Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo!” For younger guests who want to dress up, they can truly be given the royal treatment. At the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique (located in both Disney Springs and the Magic Kingdom), blossoming princesses can go to their very own salon. During the appointments, they can pick out gowns, have their hair and makeup done, and even ...

7. Dress to Impress The sparkly accessories don’t have to stop there! Many young princesses like to wear their favorite dress-up gowns in the parks. (What could be more magical than getting a picture with Belle while dressed up as Belle?) Since only children are permitted to wear costumes on property, where does this leave older princess enthusiasts? The solution ...

8. If the Crown Fits, Wear It WDW is one of the few places where tiaras can be proudly displayed. Whether you are 7 years old or 70, don’t hesitate to adorn a royal headpiece! You can bring one from home or purchase one on property. Choices include fun costume pieces and legitimate crystal tiaras from the Arribas Bros. shop ...

Long before Walt animated Snow White singing to woodland creatures, the world has had a fascination with princesses. Originally symbols of beauty and composure, the Disney Princess has evolved over time to also emulate courage, justice, and decency. Naturally, princess admiration has only grown. For those that especially love Disney heroines, there are many ways to get a royal “fix” ...

3. Na’vi River Journey One of the newest attractions in Animal Kingdom, guests will find the Na’vi River Journey in Pandora.  This attraction routinely has wait times exceeding 90 minutes, so unless you plan on riding this attraction at rope drop, a FastPass+ is mandatory.  Once on board their boat, guests will weave through forests, view native wildlife, and encounter ...