🍷 Sip, Stroll & Stay — EPCOT Food & Wine Escape

October 12–14, 2026 • 2 Nights / 3 Days • Hosted Orlando Getaway

🌟 The Experience

Join Departure Depot for a relaxing fall getaway built around one of Florida's most celebrated annual events—the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival.

Stay two nights at the beautiful Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek, enjoy a welcome evening at Disney Springs, and spend a day exploring EPCOT's incredible collection of international food, wine, cocktails, and entertainment.

We've included your resort accommodations, luxury transportation, EPCOT admission, and a $100 Disney Gift Card for every guest.

No driving. No parking. No planning headaches.

Just show up and enjoy the experience.

📅 Travel Dates

Monday, October 12 – Wednesday, October 14, 2026

🏨 Accommodations

Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek

Enjoy a premium Disney-area resort experience featuring:

✔️ Lake View Guest Rooms

✔️ Multiple Pools & Lazy River

✔️ Onsite Dining & Lounges

✔️ Walking Paths & Resort Grounds

✔️ Complimentary Wi-Fi

✔️ Convenient Location Near Walt Disney World

🧳 What's Included

✔️ 2-Night Resort Stay

✔️ Roundtrip Luxury Motorcoach Transportation

✔️ EPCOT Park Admission

✔️ $100 Disney Gift Card Per Guest

✔️ Welcome Reception at Disney Springs

✔️ Two Drinks Included at Welcome Reception

✔️ Hosted Group Coordination

🚫 Not Included

– Meals unless specifically stated

– Food & beverages beyond your included Disney Gift Card

– Optional activities and personal expenses

– Ride share or alternate transportation outside scheduled group transportation

– Travel protection (if offered at checkout)

📍 Day 1 — Monday, October 12

🚐 Departure from The Villages

Motorcoach transportation departs from:

Lamers Bus Lines

1410 Industrial Drive
Wildwood, FL 34785

Departure Information

• Arrive by 1:15 PM
• Motorcoach departs at 2:00 PM sharp
• Complimentary parking available during the trip

🏨 Resort Check-In

Upon arrival in Orlando, guests will check in to the Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek and enjoy free time to relax before the evening festivities.

🍸 Disney Springs Welcome Evening

6:00 PM

Motorcoach departs the resort for Disney Springs.

6:30 PM

Join fellow travelers at:

Jock Lindsey's Hangar Bar

Your Welcome Reception includes:

✔️ Two Drinks Per Guest

✔️ Hosted Social Gathering

✔️ Time to Meet Fellow Travelers

Following the reception, enjoy free time to explore Disney Springs.

Dinner is on your own.

Guests are strongly encouraged to make advance dining reservations before departure.

Dining Guide:

Disney Springs Dining Guide

9:30 PM

Motorcoach departs Disney Springs and returns to the resort.

📍 Day 2 — Tuesday, October 13

🌍 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival Day

9:00 AM

Motorcoach departs the resort for:

EPCOT

Spend the day exploring the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival at your own pace.

Your included $100 Disney Gift Card can be used throughout Walt Disney World and is perfect for:

🍷 Wine Tastings

🍹 Specialty Cocktails

🌮 Global Food Booths

🍰 Festival Desserts

🛍️ Merchandise & Souvenirs

🍴 Departure Depot's Suggested Tasting Trail

With dozens of marketplace booths available throughout EPCOT, we recommend sampling your way around the World Showcase rather than sitting down for one large meal.

🇨🇦 Canada

Guest Favorites:

• Filet Mignon with Truffle Butter
• Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup

🇫🇷 France

Guest Favorites:

• Frozen Wine Slushies
• Fresh Pastries
• Festival Dessert Offerings

🇮🇹 Italy

Guest Favorites:

• Four Cheese Tortellini
• Italian Street Food Selections

🇯🇵 Japan

Guest Favorites:

• Festival Sushi Rolls
• Sake Selections
• Japanese Small Plates

🇲🇦 Morocco

Guest Favorites:

• Chermoula Chicken
• Moroccan Lamb
• Pistachio Cake

🍟 Refreshment Port

Guest Favorite:

• Braised Beef Poutine

🍷 Our Recommendation

Use your included Disney Gift Card to enjoy:

✔️ 4–6 Food Booth Items

✔️ 2–3 Beverages

✔️ One Signature Dessert

The festival is designed to be experienced one small plate at a time.

🚐 5:00 PM Scheduled Return Transportation

The group motorcoach will depart EPCOT at approximately 5:00 PM for return transportation to the resort.

Guests wishing to remain at EPCOT later into the evening—or depart earlier independently—may do so but will be responsible for arranging their own transportation back to the resort using ride share services or other transportation options at their own expense.

Final pickup location details will be provided onsite.

📍 Day 3 — Wednesday, October 14

☕ Relaxed Morning

Enjoy a leisurely final morning at the resort.

• Sleep in
• Enjoy breakfast on your own
• Take a morning stroll
• Relax by the pool

🧳 Checkout & Return Home

Following checkout, guests will board the motorcoach for return transportation to The Villages.

🎁 Included Disney Gift Card

Every guest receives:

🎟️ $100 Disney Gift Card

Use it for:

✔️ Festival Food Booths

✔️ Wine & Cocktails

✔️ Snacks & Desserts

✔️ Merchandise & Souvenirs

Gift cards are non-refundable and have no cash value.

📲 Guest Support

Questions before departure?

📧 Email

letstravel@departuredepot.com

📱 Text

(352) 340-2579

Website:

Departure Depot

⚖️ Important Notes

• Significant walking is required at EPCOT.
• Transportation schedules are subject to change.
• Resort accommodations do not include daily housekeeping service.
• Guests are responsible for any transportation outside scheduled group transportation.
• Final travel instructions will be sent approximately 7–10 days prior to departure.

💰 Pricing

🍷 Double Occupancy

$899 Per Person

✨ Single Occupancy

$1,199 Per Person

Space is limited.

🌟 Why Guests Love This Escape

✔️ Premium Disney-area Resort

✔️ Included EPCOT Admission

✔️ $100 Disney Gift Card Included

✔️ Disney Springs Welcome Reception

✔️ Two Included Drinks

✔️ No Driving or Parking Hassles

✔️ Perfect Fall Getaway from The Villages

🍂 Sip. Stroll. Stay.

A premium Orlando escape featuring resort accommodations, EPCOT admission, Disney Springs nightlife, and one of Florida's most celebrated seasonal festivals.