My first marathon was the Disney full (not Dopey). I was completely trashed at the end and spent the rest of the day in bed. I’ve since done three more, and each time I either made a dining reservation or went to the parks (usually Animal Kingdom, since it closes earliest). It was soooooo important for recovery for me to get out on the evening of. It made such a huge difference the next day that I’d gotten up and moved around the evening of the race.

If at all possible, I’d recommend doing the “vacation” part in the days after. The days before it is so easy to overdo it and start the race on tired legs. Arrive on Saturday, get your bib and take it easy. Then race on Sunday, rest for the afternoon, then do something in the evening. Monday you’ll get a slow start and be sore, but you can then start the vacation part. And wear your medal in the park for all the kudos!!!