There’s nothing like a group vacation to cement your status as “best friends forever.” Traveling together gives you memories to share for a lifetime, from seeing incredible landmarks to turning little moments into inside jokes. Disney has many amazing ways to get away with your crew, from the theme parks to the seas and even across continents. We’ve gathered some of our favorite friends travel experiences here, so you can get inspired to plan your ultimate BFF adventure. Remember, when you book a qualifying vacation package using your Disney® Visa® Credit Card, you can also receive special vacation financing to help make your dream escape come true.1
Live “la dolce vita” with Adventures by Disney®
Book a Private Adventure to Italy with Adventures by Disney® and hit up must-see destinations from Rome to Florence and Venice—with a group of just your best friends on the dates of your choice. This eight-day jaunt puts you and your besties in the hands of a different local expert in all three cities and offers an in-depth look at the unique traditions of each. Visit the Vatican and Sistine Chapel, take a private tour of Florence’s famous Uffizi Gallery, experience Venice’s Doges Palace like a local and more. As part of the package, you’ll enjoy nine meals with your group—as well as activities such as a hands-on pasta-making and wine tasting class in Tuscany—making this an easy-to-plan immersion into the best of Italian culture.
Venture to the Last Frontier with Disney Cruise Line
Fascinated by Alaska’s frontier spirit and culture? Experience it among your friends with the magic of Disney on a seven-night Alaskan Cruise from Vancouver with Disney Cruise Line. Picture your crew floating by majestic fjords, waterfalls and glaciers, keeping your eyes peeled for bear, elk and humpback whale sightings. You’ll explore Alaska’s backcountry with a sojourn in Ketchikan and spend a thrilling day at sea before docking back into the bustling city life of Vancouver. All that adventure travel will require some serious RNR, so don’t miss out on this rejuvenating Cardmember perk: save 20% on select onboard spa treatments on select port days when you use your Disney Visa Card.2
Take on the Big Apple with Disney on Broadway
New York City offers endless bonding opportunities, and no doubt one of the most thrilling is to catch a Broadway show! See a Disney on Broadway production—like THE LION KING or ALADDIN—and use your Disney Visa Card to book the Cardmember-exclusive VIP package. The Cardmember VIP package includes premium tickets, a non-alcoholic beverage in a keepsake cup and a commemorative print to mark the special occasion.3 After the curtain call, head to the flagship Disney store in Times Square (where Cardmembers save 10% on select purchases made with the Disney Visa Card) to pick up souvenirs or gifts for the group.4 Matching Mickey Mouse ears, anyone?
Explore ancient Incan ruins with Adventures by Disney®
If you’re going to visit one of the world’s seven wonders, you’re going to want an authentic experience. And that’s exactly what you and your BFFs will find on a Land or Private Excursion to Peru to explore Machu Picchu with Adventures by Disney®.* Wander the ruins of an ancient Incan civilization, see Machu Picchu in all its glory and get a firsthand look at the region’s vibrant art. It’s an itinerary stacked with unforgettable moments—including a traditional Andean feast, a ride down the roaring rapids of the Urubamba River and a visit to Pisac Market for local crafts, jewelry and Alpaca sweaters. This is truly an ultimate friend adventure.
Sip and relax at the EPCOT® International Food & Wine Festival
The annual EPCOT® International Food & Wine Festival has been a fan favorite for decades, as it takes you on a delicious tasting tour across six continents with its global marketplaces, live music and special events. It’s an awesome way to experience Walt Disney World® Resort—and it’s even better when you’re surrounded by your best friends. Imagine eating your way around the world as you fill up your festival passports. Indulge in Raclette Swiss cheese from the Alps, sample Australian wine, dig into spicy Indian chicken tikka masala and more. As you savor all the festival has to offer, you can redeem Disney Rewards Dollars along the way toward snacks and souvenirs to remember the vacation.5
Find a slice of paradise at Aulani® Resort
A friend vacation in Hawai’i? Yes, please. Up the ante with a stay at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, Ko Olina, Hawai‘i. Feel the spirit of aloha as you relax by the pool or on a white sandy beach, or opt for more active experiences with a kayak lesson, a zipline tour or a group surfing lesson—just a few of the many activities you can enjoy. Book them at the Holoholo Tours & Travel Desk.
And don’t leave without a visit to Laniwai Spa for an island-inspired treatment! Plus, you’ll definitely want to take advantage of the Cardmember savings of 10% on snorkeling in Rainbow Reef.6 It’s Disney’s private lagoon, teeming with colorful marine life such as angelfish, butterflyfish and surgeonfish, the ideal snorkeling setting whether you’re a beginner or a pro.
We hope this has inspired you to envision all the ways you can travel with friends in Disney style. When you’re ready to get planning, keep in mind that Disney® Premier Visa® Cardmembers can redeem Disney Rewards Dollars toward airline travel.7 All that’s left to say is: Bon voyage, besties!
