FAQ
Where's the Bash taking place?
This year's event is taking place at the Swan Hotel & Conference Center -- adjacent to the Dolphin. All guest rooms this year are also at the Swan (unlike year's past), so when planning travel from the airport, be sure to check-in at the Swan. Check-in time at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin in Lake Buena Vista is 4 PM, and check-out time is 11 AM.
Does the resort provide transportation to and from the Orlando International Airport?
Yes (fees apply)! If you would like a private transfer to or from the airport, please click here and fill out the form, then email to the transportation department. Transportation to other Disney properties, including Disney Springs, is also available directly from the Dolphin.
What other kinds of transportation does the resort offer?
The Dolphin and Swan Hotels offer all kinds of transportation -- everything from bus to boat. For more infomation
check out their transportation page.
Should I rent a car?
Probably not. Ride-share rates from Orlando International Airport to the Swan & Dolphin Resort and Conference Center run around $40. Parking on-site isn't cheap (rates below) and once on-site you will likely not need to drive. The Swan & Dolphin hotels offer free shuttles to most local attractions including Disney Springs and off-site parks. The Disney Skyliner is also just a 10-minute walk from our host hotel and offers free gondola rides to a number of other Disney properties.
Is there a fee for parking at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin?
Yes. The nightly fees for parking are listed below and subject to change. Parking fees are not included as part of hosted guest or sponsor packages.
Self Parking Fees: $45 + tax per day
Valet Parking: $50 + tax per day
Will WiFi be available during the conference?
Yes. Please use the credentials below:
Network: Bash_2024
Password: indigotrigger
Can we purchase additional park tickets for extra days or companions?
Yes. All Bashers have the option to purchase additional exclusive After 1PM and After 5PM theme park tickets and special discounted multi-day tickets that are not available on-site. The multi-day tickets even include a complimentary bonus visit for an additional Disney experience!
We have set up a complimentary customized microsite for this year's Bash which provides access to our specially priced meeting and convention tickets.
The URL for our group is: www.mydisneygroup.com/itllcb2024/
Tickets are valid 7 days before, during, and 7 days after the meeting dates. To enter a park, both a park reservation and valid ticket on the same day are required. To make park reservations, you will need to sign-in to an existing Disney® Account or create a new one and link each ticket. Park reservations are subject to availability – please check the Park Availability Calendar. For details on making a park reservation, please visit Disney Park Pass Experience Updates.
Whether it’s your first visit or your 100th, we recommend reviewing the Walt Disney World® Resort Experience Updates.
What is the dress code for the conference and related events?
Our goal is to make this a relaxed environment for everyone. Weather will be warm and there will be a lot of walking at some of our events. We encourage a casual dress code. Weather for our evening events will likely be cool so plan accordingly.
Where should I pick up my conference badge and tickets for Epcot Center and Disney Hollywood Studios?
Your conference badge will be available for pick up during registration starting at 9:00 AM on Thursday outside of Swan Ballroom 10. Park tickets will be available for pick-up during happy hour on Thursday and Friday in Swan Ballroom 10.
If you are unable to pick up your badge or park passes during the scheduled time frame, please text or call Julia at 603-479-2398 to make other arrangements.
How do I get to the conference from the Disney Dolphin Resort & Conference Center
Our conference will be taking place at the Disney Swan resort which is adjacent to the Dolphin and a short 5 minute walk away. To get to the Swan from the Dolphin, take the escalators from the Dolphin Lobby down to the Swan resort walkway. Follow signs to Swan Ballroom 10.
What’s the plan for EPCOT on Thursday Night?
Walt Disney World’s EPCOT center is a short 10 minute walk from our host resort at the Swan. Around 4pm we’ll break from sessions and give all guests time to get to the park gates. Park admission is at 5pm as we have evening passes -- admission will not be available prior to 5pm. Friendship boat shuttles from the Swan and Dolphin are also available for those that don't want to make the walk, or, just want to take advantage of a free boat ride (boats leave roughly every 10 minutes and the trip is about a 10-15 min trip from one end of the lagoon to the EPCOT Center back entrance. For Thursday's reception, we’ve secured an outdoor space at the Terrace des Fleurs, France Pavilion in EPCOT’s World Showcase. The space is a reserved outdoor space with amazing views of World Showcase Lagoon and the entire park. The space will be available from 6.30-9.30 pm and is an ideal location for the EPCOT fireworks presentation that will happen at 9:00pm.
There will be dinner served with a cash bar available. We encourage everyone to take part in the Food and Wine Festival at EPCOT center from 5-7pm -- and please feel free to take your time and enjoy the park.
I heard something about a group ride at EPCOT?
You heard right. After the Thursday night reception, all Basher's* will be escorted over to Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind -- about a 10 minute walk from our party terrace. Admission starts around 9:30 and is for our group only -- we'll be in and out pretty quick. Please review details of the ride to make sure this ride is right for you -- guests with motion sickness are advised to thoroughly review ride details before joining.
*The group ride is limited to the first 100 registrants due to park restrictions.
What’s the deal with Hollywood Studios on Friday Night?
Conference guests with park access included as part of their registration or will have access to Disney Hollywood Studios from 5pm onward. We're planning a dessert and cash bar reception for the Fantasmic! show at the Hollywood Bowl Amphitheater. The amphitheater is located near the Tower of Terror on the Sunset Strip. Guests can meet up at 6.45pm outside the Joffrey's Coffee Stand near the Tower of Terror for escort into the Amphitheater. If you can't make it by 6.45pm look for our group on the large patio at the back of the Amphitheater.
Im hungry, what's the food program look like at the Bash?
Breakfast : given our 10am start times, everyone is on their own for breakfast.
Lunch : lunch will be served in Swan Ballroom 10 from 12.30 - 1.30pm each day.
Dinner (Thursday) : Dinner will be served along with a cash bar at our EPCOT center reception.
Dinner (Friday) : No planned group dinner on Friday at Hollywood Studios. We will be having dessert and a cash bar at the Fantasmic! showing starting at 7:30pm.
Saturday : umm...event is over.
For those looking for reservations on the boardwalk or at the Swan or Dolphin resorts, feel free to make reservations as you like! Il Mulino at the Swan is excellent along with Shula's and BlueZoo at the Dolphin.
Will I receive inflatable pink flamingo drink holders?
Yes. All guests will receive inflatable pink flamingos upon arrival.
What’s the deal with the Lead-to-Cash Dash?
The 3rd annual Lead-to-Cash Dash will take place on Friday morning at 8:00am. Sign up is free and open to all who would like to participate. Guests are encouraged to run or stroll and there are a few route options available. Information on routes and timings are listed below. 2023's reigning champion is Morten Revsbech from SEBPO -- we encourage you to try to beat his time!
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For the runners: 1.75mi route, ~ 20 minutes
ROUTE: back entrance of the Disney Dolphin > Hollywood Studios > Boardwalk > finish at the starting line.
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For the walkers: 1.25mi route, ~ 25 minutes
ROUTE: back entrance of the Disney Dolphin > Boardwalk > finish at the starting line.
Where can sponsors pickup hotel shipments?
Advance shipments to the Dolphin will be stored in the business center at the Dolphin. For more information on how and where to pick up packages, visit our sponsor FAQ page.
I love the Lead-to-Cash Bash logo, is there a store to buy event merchandise?
Funny you should ask. We will be re-launching the Bash Stash Store prior to the event and this year will offer up ALL Bash artwork designs -- from all years -- by Liz Machette. All proceeds from gear purchased from the Bash Stash will go directly to our artist -- who selflessly offers up her services every year.
Have additional questions? Contact Julia at jkuziomko@indigotrigger.com