Disney’s Polynesian Island Tower To Offer Casual Walk-Up Restaurant and Pool Bar
Earlier today, Disney announced that the new Polynesian Island Tower will offer a walk-up poolside bar grill called Wailulu Bar & Grill. This dining option…
The 5 Best Resort Crowd Escapes at Walt Disney World
Imagine it’s about 3:00 in the afternoon. You’re visiting Magic Kingdom with hopes to watch the evening fireworks at 9:00 p.m. However, it feels like…
A Timeless Tradition: Seeing the Electrical Water Pageant at Walt Disney World
Each evening, a magical light display floats across Seven Seas Lagoon in the Magic Kingdom Resorts area. This unique offering is the Electrical Water Pageant,…
This Little Talked About Light Show Happens Every Night at Disney World
Imagine coming home to your resort after a long day in the theme parks. It’s dark, quiet, and feels about 50 degrees cooler than it…
The Resorts Gal Guide to Staying Club Level at Disney World
Are you feeling the urge to splurge on your next Walt Disney World vacation? How does waking up each morning at your leisure and stumbling…
We Love Disney’s Coronado Springs…Especially at Night (Photo Tour)
While we share a good deal of general information regarding Disney, the resorts are always our central focus. Over the past few weeks, I’ve spent…
The Latest Disney’s Boardwalk Merchandise Features Scented Loungefly and More!
While browsing a few fairly new pieces of merchandise at Disney’s Boardwalk, I heard someone say, “smell it.” I turned to find a smiling cast…
Disney Releases Limited Time Offer: Club Level Guests Can Receive VIP Tour Discount
Disney Destinations has released a new special offer for club-level guests through this summer. Here are the details: For a limited time, Guests staying in…
Disney Releases New Resort Video Series Starting with Disney’s Beach Club Resort
Disney has released a new resort guide video series on YouTube. The first video features planDisney panelists highlighting Disney’s Beach Club Resort. The video begins…
New Island Tower Rooms Photos at Disney’s Polynesian Villas and Bungalows
Disney has released photos of the Island Tower rooms that will debut with the new Disney Vacation Club Tower, which is being built between Disney’s…
An Invitation to Be Lazy During Your Stay at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge (Or Wherever)
As I write this, I am sitting around the outskirts of the pool at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. It’s a private area with a few…
New 2024 DVC Merchandise at Disney World (Magnets, Mugs, Loungefly)
Over the weekend, we ran into some new Disney Vacation Club merchandise at Kidani Village. Most of the pieces came out within the last month,…
Disney’s Boardwalk Late May 2024 Updates (Cake Bake Sign, Facade Paint, and More)
As we approach the summer, things are rolling along with Disney’s Boardwalk. It appears that we will be able to enjoy both cake and corn…
New Resort Branded Merchandise at Disney’s Yacht Club (Minnie Ears & Loungefly)
On a recent visit to Disney’s Yacht Club, I was surprised to find a few new items had debuted, including Minnie Ears and a Loungefly…
Disney’s Swan and Dolphin Special Hotel Rates (2024)
If you’re comparing hotel prices at Walt Disney World, Disney’s Swan and Dolphin are worth consideration, depending on your budget. They are currently offering a…
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…
Extended Evening Theme Park Hours at Disney World (Who’s it For & What to Expect)
If you’re planning a vacation, you’ll want to incorporate several perks and amenities. One of those items is extended evening hours. However, unlike early theme…
Is It Worth It to Upgrade to a Deluxe Resort at Walt Disney World?
For months, a busy mom labored over choosing the right Disney Resort Hotel. This was a big trip, and given the expense, she wanted to…
Disney World Resort Hotels (By Category, Location, and Transportation Type)
Planning a stay at a Walt Disney World Resort involves navigating a maze of options. From hotels categorized by location and price to the varied…
Disney Boardwalk Inn and Villas Laundry Facilities (Info + Photos)
If you need to do laundry during your stay at Disney’s Boardwalk Inn or Disney’s Boardwalk Villas Resort, you’ll have options. We’ll preview photos, locations,…
A Sneak Peek of the New Conrad Hotel by Hilton at Evermore Orlando Resort
We recently visited Hilton’s Conrad Hotel at Evermore Orlando Resort. The Conrad is a new resort that sits behind Walt Disney World. It’s approximately ten…
A 24-Hour Impromptu Visit to Walt Disney World (How We Did It)
A few weeks ago, I received a text message from a friend who was coming into town for a business trip. She wanted to know…
Jackson Square Gifts and Desire Merchandise + Photo Report
We continue our coverage of Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter with a visit to the gift shop, Jackson Square Gifts and Desires. French Quarter’s gift…
A Photo Walk Around Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter
When I began our updates of the Port Orleans Resorts earlier last month, I intended to continue with the French Quarter after Riverside. However, it…
Resorts Gal Reveals: An Afternoon Lunch at Disney’s Contemporary
When I started Resorts Gal in 2019, I had all these ideas I wanted to write to help others plan their visits to Walt Disney…
2024 Construction and Refurbishment Progress at Disney’s Boardwalk Inn
Disney’s Boardwalk Inn is undergoing a multi-year refurbishment, entailing considerable construction work. We’ve seen reasonable progress throughout the last year. Since we visit Walt Disney…
Are You Ready to Plan Your Walt Disney World Vacation? Start Here!
Are You Ready to Plan Your Walt Disney World Vacation? Start Here! Imagine. You’re strolling down Main Street, U.S.A., the scent of popcorn in the…
A Photo Perspective of a Serene Port Orleans Riverside Resort
During the past twelve years or so, we’ve stayed at Port Orleans Riverside several times. To date, those stays have been in the Royal Rooms,…
Alligator Bayou or Magnolia Bend: Which Side of Port Orleans Riverside is Right for You?
Until recently, I had never stayed in the Alligator Bayou section of Port Orleans Riverside. We’ve always received a room assignment in the Magnolia Bend…
The Resorts Gal Guide to Creating a Budget for Disney World (Part 1)
Creating a budget for a Walt Disney World vacation might initially seem overwhelming. But guess what? You’ve got this! We can teach you how to…