2023 Adventure Seekers Orlando Trip FAQs

We are thrilled to offer the Adventure Seekers (adults with Williams syndrome 18+) an opportunity to get together in person! See below for Frequently Asked Questions related to the trip.

What are the dates of the trip?

Our Adventure Seekers Reunion Plus One trip will be held Thursday, September 28 - Sunday, October 1, 2023, in Orlando, FL.

Where are we staying?

Drury Plaza Hotel Orlando - Disney Springs® Area
2000 Hotel Plaza Boulevard
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830

At Drury Hotels, we know you have enough to worry about when traveling. In addition to the great rate, our generous amenities will brighten your group’s day and make your journey easier.

Free Hot Breakfast - Start every day with make-your-own Belgian waffles, scrambled eggs, sausage, fresh fruit, oatmeal, biscuits and gravy, KELSO+BROS® coffee and more. Free hot breakfast is served daily from 6–9:30 a.m. on weekdays and 7–10 a.m. on weekends.
Free 5:30 Kickback® - Join us from 5:30–7 p.m. every evening to enjoy free hot food and cold beverages at our 5:30 Kickback®. We feature a rotating menu of hot food, beer, wine, mixed drinks and soft drinks.
Free Wi-Fi Throughout the Hotel - Get the score, check your social networks or email family members from anywhere in the hotel – for free!
On-Site Facilities - Take advantage of the business center, fitness center or pool while you’re away from home. Print your boarding pass, finish a presentation or check e-mail in our business centers.
Rooms available Thursday, September 28 - Sunday, October 1, 2023. To book dates before or after these dates, please contact the Drury Plaza.
Check-in time: 3:00 pm. Check-out time: 11:00 am.
A valid payment card is due at the time of booking an individual reservation. This credit card will be charged if the reservation is not canceled by 12:00 pm the day before arrival.

IMPORTANT ROOM UPDATE: All rooms in our room blocks are full - but don't worry! You can still book a room to join us directly on the Drury Plaza Hotel Orlando - Disney Springs Area website.

Are there special guidelines for the weekend regarding vaccinations and masks?

In keeping with the CDC guidelines and recommendations from our WS medical advisors, we hope that everyone coming will be vaccinated and that masks are not required. However, we know that vaccination is a personal choice, and there may also be medical circumstances that make vaccination ill-advised for some. We strongly encourage everyone who is not vaccinated to follow CDC guidelines for masking and social distancing at all times.

What does it mean that this trip is "plus one"?

This trip is a Plus One trip - each individual must be accompanied by at least one adult chaperone (parent/caretaker, adult sibling, staff, etc). You and/or your chaperone will be responsible for organizing travel, transportation, hotel booking, coordinating most activities while in Orlando, oversight, etc. This trip will look more like a joint vacation with your WS family. There will be no exceptions for unaccompanied travelers.

Can an adult chaperone more than one Adventure Seeker?

Yes, but the caretaker must be responsible for those individuals at all times during the weekend. We do not encourage one adult to take responsibility for more than two attendees.

Will the group be doing activities together?

We will all participate in a welcome party Thursday evening, and a farewell dessert and dance party Saturday evening. The rest of the time is open for you to plan the activities you'd like.

What are the fees?

Registration for the Adventure Seekers Orlando Trip is $50 per person. This registration fee includes the following. Optional ticketed events/entertainment will be at your discretion.

Opening Night Ice Cream Social
When: Thursday, 9/28/23, 8:00-9:30pm EST
Where: Drury Plaza Hotel Orlando
What: ice cream, meet & greet activities
Closing Night Party & Social
When: Saturday, September 30th, 7:30-10:00pm EST
Where: Drury Plaza Hotel Orlando
What: dessert, dance party, DJ
Access to reserved area for trip participants at the hotel
Name badge
Trip support (before and during trip)

Is there transportation?

The WSA is not providing transportation. Uber and Lyft are convenient ways to get around the city, and around the Walt Disney World Resort. The Drury Plaza Hotel offers a free shuttle to and from the Walt Disney World theme parks and Disney Springs. You must make a reservation for the shuttle. You can reserve your seat at drurybus.com up to 2 days in advance.

Are there events/outing that will be just for the Adventure Seekers without their parent/chaperone?

No, we are not planning any excursions separate from your parent/chaperone.

How can we connect with other families that are attending, prior to arrival?

Once registration is complete, we will set up a Facebook group for the trip. It will be a great way to learn who is coming and to plan adventures together in advance.

How do I register for the trip?

Registration for the Orlando trip is now open! You'll find all the info you need to register here: https://williams-syndrome.org/adventure-seekers-orlando-2023

Registration for the Adventure Seekers Orlando Trip is $50 per person. This registration fee includes:

Opening Night Ice Cream Social
When: Thursday, 9/28/23, 8:00-9:30pm EST
Where: Drury Plaza Hotel Orlando
What: ice cream, meet & greet activities
Closing Night Party & Social
When: Saturday, September 30th, 7:30-10:00pm EST
Where: Drury Plaza Hotel Orlando
What: dessert, dance party, DJ
Access to reserved area for trip participants at the hotel
Name badge
Trip support (before and during trip)

Both the Adventure Seeker PLUS their adult chaperone MUST register for the trip. If additional family members are joining you on the trip and would like to participate in our group activities on opening and closing night, they must also register.

Your hotel reservation is separate from this trip reservation. You MUST reserve your hotel room AND complete this trip registration to participate in our group activities.

Registration closed September 11, 2023.

IMPORTANT NOTE: We're using a new registration system for this trip! Please read the information below prior to registration:

The first time you click the registration button below, you'll be asked to create an account. Best practice will be for the adult chaperone to create the adult, then add the Adventure Seeker to the account.
After you've added everyone you want to register, then you will begin the registration process. Be sure to complete the entire registration process. You'll receive a confirmation email when registration is complete.
Payment will be made during the registration process. There will be no separate payment step after registration, as there has been in the past.
If you need to make changes to your registration, you'll be able to log into your account and make those changes until September 11, 2023. We're unable to issue refunds after that date.

Be sure to read the registration tips closely - you must first create an account, then register for the trip.

Who needs to register for the trip?

Both the Adventure Seeker AND the chaperone(s) MUST register for the event. If additional family members are joining you on the trip and would like to participate in our group activities on opening and closing night, they must also register.

Are we required to stay at the Drury Plaza to participate in the Thursday and Saturday activities?

No. We know some families live close to Orlando, and others may have made other accommodations. You are not required to stay at the Drury Plaza to participate, but you MUST register for the program using this link to receive a badge to participate in all events.

Are there discount theme park tickets available?

Discount Tickets

Currently, we're able to offer discount tickets to Walt Disney World theme parks and Cirque du Soleil Drawn to Life. We'll continue to work with Universal Studios and Sea World in the hope to offer discount tickets to those parks as well. Click the links below for discount tickets.

Walt Disney World Theme Park Discount Tickets

Cirque du Soleil Drawn to Life Discount Tickets

Universal Orlando® Resort Tickets

I need mobility assistance. How can I rent a scooter or wheelchair?

There are a number of locations throughout the Disney area that will deliver a mobility device directly to the hotel. You can also rent a wheelchair or scooter at the main gate of any of the theme parks. You'll find information about rentals below. Please know the WSA is not endorsing any of these companies - we are merely providing information.

Buena Vista Rentals

Florida Mobility Rentals

Scooter Bug Rentals

Scooter King Orlando

Scooter Rentals at Disney Parks

Wheelchair Rentals at Disney Parks

I have difficulty waiting in long lines. Is there a service at Disney or Universal to help with this?

Both the Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando offer assistance for guests with disabilities. See the links below for more information.

Walt Disney World Accessibility Information

Universal Orlando Resort Accessibility Information