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12 Tips for Planning Your Arrival Day at Disney World
You’ve planned and planned. From dining reservations to park itineraries, you’ve done your due diligence. But there’s still one thing nagging you. What will you do on your arrival day? You have an early morning flight because it was the best deal you could find. It looks like you’ll get to your hotel by 11:00…
10 Packing Tips for a Walt Disney World Vacation (That Won’t Weigh You Down)
It’s been a busy week. Not only have you had your usual chores, but there’s also been a gazillion other things to do, so you can leave for Walt Disney World in a few short days. Your suitcases are lying on the bedroom floor, spilling over with at least 11 items you’ll never wear. Tired,…
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Disney World Hotel Reviews
We’ve compiled our Disney World hotel reviews based on firsthand experiences at every resort, from value to deluxe. We know that choosing a hotel for your Disney World vacation is one of the most difficult decisions. The options seem endless, and with so many “reviews” out there, a little research might soon make you feel…
Disney World’s Resort Hotel Refurbishment Schedule (2025-2026)
At any given time, multiple resorts, hotels, and villas at Walt Disney World are undergoing refurbishment. Refurbishments can range from major construction to minor items like a brief pool closure. Below, we’ve listed scheduled resort refurbishments for the resorts. Intro Those planning an upcoming stay will likely want to consider the refurbishments listed below. For…
From Budget to Premium: Ranking Every Resort at Walt Disney World
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the countless resort options at Walt Disney World, it’s understandable. With so many resorts, it’s only natural to wonder which is best for your family. You may be wrestling with the decision to stay at one of the “cheaper” hotels, splurge on an expensive one, or split the difference and…
The Complete List of 2025 Walt Disney World Hotel Discounts
Throughout the year, Disney releases hotel discounts and special offers for travel to Walt Disney World. These discounts fall into somewhat predictable categories. We see special offers released to the general public, including room-only discounts, combined ticket and room package discounts, and occasionally free dining plans. In addition to those special offers, we also see…
The Benefits of Staying at a Disney World Resort
Staying at a Walt Disney World Resort Hotel has its perks. Some apparent reasons make it sound appealing upfront, like complimentary transportation and early access to dining reservations. But there are…
12 Best Off-Site Hotels Near Disney that Will Wow You! (For Every Budget)
Below, we discuss what we consider to be among the best off-site hotels near Disney World. Resort’s Gal recommends each option based on our experience staying at the resort and our many years of travel to the Walt Disney World Resort. When you plan a Walt Disney World vacation, one of the top things on…
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Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away Nighttime Parade
Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away is Magic Kingdom’s new nighttime parade that debuts on July 20, 2025. The parade is expected to feature eight floats with a mixture of new and classic characters, along with on-the-ground performers. Preview everything we know ahead of its debut below. Performance Times: At the time of its debut,…
The Ultimate Guide to Christmas at Disney World in 2025
The Christmas holiday season is undeniably one of the most magical (and merriest) times to visit Walt Disney World. That said, other than a few small windows within the two-month timeframe, it’s also the busiest. We’re talking major crowds, lines galore, and long waits for almost anything you can think of. That said, everywhere you…
Planning Resources
The following guides will help you plan each aspect of your vacation.
The Resorts Gal Guide to the Walt Disney World Resorts
When planning a Walt Disney World Vacation, you’ll face many decisions. One of the most important decisions is choosing a resort. We specialize in covering the resort hotels at Walt…
The Ultimate Disney World Dining Handbook (A Resorts Gal Reference Guide)
Let’s face it. Navigating the Walt Disney World dining landscape can be as daunting as any other part of the vacation planning process, if not more. Where will you eat?…
The Resorts Gal Guide to Walt Disney World Transportation
It’s not every day you visit Walt Disney World. If you did, you probably wouldn’t have landed on this guide. The truth is that learning how to get from one…
The Entire List of Every Character Meet and Greet at Walt Disney World
Do you want to meet characters at Walt Disney World? If so, you’ve come to the right place! We visit Walt Disney World regularly to bring you the latest updates…
The Resorts Gal Guide to Disney World Parks
Walt Disney World is home to four theme parks: Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Intro Walt Disney World is home to four theme parks and…
The Resorts Gal Guide to Disney’s Water Parks
You’ll find two incredible water parks at Walt Disney World: Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach. We’ve spent ample time at each of these parks and have coverage ranging from renting…
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