On our last trip, we were fortunate enough to stay for a few nights at Disney’s Old Key West Resort. Old Key West is Disney’s original vacation club property, having opened in 1991 as Disney’s Vacation Club Resort. As a vacation club, or DVC, resort, it can be booked either through using vacation club points…
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Favorites at Coronado Springs Pool
Out of all the pools at Disney one of the best ones for little kids is The Lost City of Cibola at Coronado Springs. The theme of a lost ancient Aztec city is so well thought out in the design of the pyramid as the center of the pool. Along with their fantastic play area…
An Overview of Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort is spread out over 200 acres surrounding Barefoot Bay Lake. This mid-priced resort is modeled after resorts in the Caribbean –Trinidad North, Trinidad South, Martinique, Barbados, Aruba and Jamaica. Each village has its own quiet pool and buildings are painted blue, lime green, and sherbet orange. Check-in is at Custom House near Barbados. In…
What To Do During a Summer Afternoon Rainstorm
If you have ever visited Walt Disney World during the summer months you are well aware of the afternoon rainstorms that roll in like clockwork. These rain storms can seem like a big black cloud over your trip, but instead, I challenge you to turn that frown upside down and take these easy steps…
A Look At All-Star Sports Resort
The All-Star Sports Resort is one of the five Value Resorts at Walt Disney World, located in the Animal Kingdom area. There are 1920 rooms that will accommodate 4 guests (5 if one is under the age of 3 and can sleep in a portable crib). There are five themed areas: Baseball, Football, Tennis,…
One Night at Port Orleans Riverside
A couple of weeks ago, my mom and I traveled to Walt Disney World to meet up with my sister and her fiance for a Disney wedding planning weekend. Since mom and I arrived one day prior to the rest of the group, we had an opportunity to spend one night on our own, which…
Foodie Friday: A Review of World Premiere Food Court
The World Premiere Food Court is your one and only stop when staying at Disney’s All-Start Movies Resort. This section of the resort offers up everything you could want all in one convenient area. Say you’re craving pasta, they have it. Looking for a burger, you’re covered. In the mood for a good salad? Got…
Yehaa Bob- A Fun and Free Show at Walt Disney World
I often hear that people have a hard time finding evening activities at Walt Disney World outside of its theme parks. So, I’d like to give you some information about a hidden gem that can be found at Port Orleans Riverside. Yehaa Bob performs at the River Roost Lounge most Wednesday through Saturday nights from…
The Disney Cure for the Summertime Blues
Summertime is full of warm weather, no school, and hopefully some lazy beach days for those of you close to the beach. Summer can be a bit of a bummer though for Disney seasonal passholders (who are blocked out for the summer) or anyone waiting on the fall or winter for their next Disney trip….
Rikki’s Mouse Bites – Walt Disney World News – 6/15/15
Splash Mountain at the Magic Kingdom will now be open during evening Extra Magic Hours. Beginning July 3, Tony’s Town Square Restaurant will serve Guests continuously now from 11:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. as opposed to offering separate lunch and dinner meal periods. The menu will not change. Guests will soon have even more…
Staying Fit and Healthy on a Disney Vacation
Ears, MagicBands and sneakers – I’m ready to go! About five years ago, after a startlingly high cholesterol test, I decided it was time to shape up and get healthy. I managed to lose, and keep off, a little over 20 pounds, and put my cholesterol levels back on track. I was worried, however, how…
All that Jazz about Port Orleans French Quarter
Port Orleans French Quarter is one of our favorite Walt Disney World resorts. The New Orleans atmosphere, compact size, and nice amenities make this resort a great place to stay for adults or for families with kids of all ages. The resort is a small one, so regardless of which building you are in it’s…