Sorry if this looks familiar, I posted in my HH FB group too.
Hello! Is 4 nights, December 30-January 3 (effectively 3 full days), long enough for our first trip? We are currently booked for 5 nights at HH and 3 at WDW, but thinking of changing to 4/4 split to get one more park day (3 instead of 2). I know it will be too cold for beach, but would like to bike, take in some sights, enjoy resort, enjoy some local restaurants, and possibly go to Savannah for a day. Just not sure what to do and need to decide quick since WDW availability is hard to find that week!
It’s me and husabnd and our two sons, 13 and 8. I welcome any and all opinions and advice! Thank you!!
I'd say if you're thinking of doing the 4/4 split, then that's likely what you're leaning toward already, so pull the trigger. As for HHI, there will be plenty to see and do; however, the true appeal to most people who stay at HHI is the slower pace, the relaxed atmosphere, that low country vibe, and the chance to reconnect with your family that often the fast-paced, on the go all the time, head buried in the Disney app WDW experience doesn't provide.
Here are just a few things to "do" at HHI:
- play board/card games in your room or on your balcony if the weather is good (often is)
- play the yard games scattered around the resort--corn hole, horseshoes, basketball, putting green, giant checkers, bocce ball
- nap in the hammocks (about 6 of them)
- search for hidden Mickeys (inquire at rec center window)
- fish from the pier (rec window can rent you equipment)
- swim/use hot tub--both main pool and Beach House pool are heated to 84F
- sign up for activities at the rec window upon arrival (some book up fast)
- pool table in Murggie's Den (though rumors are that's going away at some point)
- pool table, pingpong table, foosball, and corn hole at the Beach House
- rent bikes and go pretty much anywhere on the island--extensive bike path system
Beyond that, there are lots of small shops, great restaurants, mini golf, and more just off property. And, of course, the beach is open year round, even if the water is too chilly. You can easily bike there (1.5 miles). Yes, there are all kinds of boat tours, too, and day trips to Savannah (less than an hour) or Charleston (about 2 hours), but the beauty of HHI and the various things you can do to simply relax and unwind can certainly fill up your time. Enjoy!
We go to Disney about once a year, just for a long weekend, and we also vacation at Hilton Head. We spent almost $900 this summer for 2 nights at a VRBO, and purchasing the DVC at Hilton Head makes so much financial sense for us for these reasons. They are our two main vacation destinations, and even with the high dues, it still ends up saving us money in the long run... especially since our two boys (for some reason) keep getting taller and regular hotel rooms aren't feasible for us anymore.
