How to Create a Realistic Expense List for a Disney World Vacation (Part 2)
On the first official morning of your Walt Disney World vacation, you plan a character breakfast at 1900 Park Fare. Since you arrived late the…
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Resorts Area (Hotel List + Overview)
You may not know it, but when you select a Disney Resort Hotel, you’ll be part of a resort area. That area is generally defined…
The 8 Most Kid-Friendly Resorts at Walt Disney World (#1 Might Surprise You!)
Don’t get me wrong. Every resort at Walt Disney World is kid-friendly. However, I’ve been asked this question many times over the last few years:…
12 Things to Do at Disney’s Boardwalk (A Resorts Gal Guide)
We love to visit Disney’s Boardwalk and do so fairly often. However, we spend more time there as day guests than resort guests. With those…
Preview Rooms with Layouts for Universal Orlando’s Helios Hotel by Loews
Universal Orlando has released new concept art and floor plans for the room types at their new Helios Hotel by Loews which is on track…
4 New (EXCLUSIVE) Terrace Gardens Coming to Disney’s Polynesian Island Tower
Disney released a few significant updates regarding the new Polynesian Island Tower scheduled to open this December. We’ve already discussed the Moana-themed splash pad and…
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 casual walk-up poolside bar and grill called Wailulu Bar & Grill. This…
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 rooms that will debut with the new Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas and Bungalows, a Disney Vacation Club….
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…