Earlier this year it was officially announced that Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, CA will be building a fourth hotel on property. This seems to be a wise decision, as construction of Star Wars Land broke ground in April of this year, ticket sales are sure to soar once the new
Category: Places to Stay
Staying at the Shades of Green Military Resort at Walt Disney World
Did you know that the U.S. Armed Forces has a resort at Walt Disney World? The Shades of Green Military Resort is located between the world-famous Palm and Magnolia golf courses across from the outer bands of the Polynesian Resort. This resort proved to be an excellent choice on a recent stay
Disney’s Wilderness Lodge is the Latest DVC Resort to be Excluded from Pool Hopping Privileges
Complimentary pool hopping has long been advertised as one of the selling features of Disney Vacation Club Membership. While staying at Walt Disney World Resort using points, members and their guests are permitted to use most of the other Disney Vacation Club and Resort hotel pools in addition to the
Disney World Resorts – Tons To Do, All In One Place!
Don’t be so quick to rush off to the Disney World theme Parks every day of your Disney vacation – spend some time at your WDW Resort– there’s tons to do! Personally, my family and I like to designate one day as a “Non-Park Day” – we sleep in, relax,
Top 5 reasons to stay “On Site” at Walt Disney World
I have always been a big fan of staying at Walt Disney World’s on site Resorts – for MANY reasons. If you’re planning a WDW trip and you aren’t sure if you want to stay on site or off site, maybe these Top 5 reasons to stay “On Site” at
Choosing The Best Disney World Value Resort For Your Family
When it comes to picking a Walt Disney World Resort, the choices can be a bit overwhelming – as there are more than a dozen amazing on site hotels to choose from! Over the years, I have been lucky enough to stay at many of them, and while I love
New Warning Signs and Safety Procedures at Disney World Resort Beaches
Walt Disney World Resort has started to install new warning signs and barriers on resort beach locations after a two year old boy was dragged by an alligator into the water at the Grand Floridian Resort this week. In a statement released to PEOPLE, Disney said “We are installing signage
The Kiddie Pool at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground is Closing Permanently
The small, square Meadow Kiddie Pool located at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground will be closing permanently on June 27, 2016. The adjacent fenced in fort-themed water play area will stay open and includes tot-friendly slides and a splash area for young buckaroos. No official reason for the closure
Two New Names Revealed for Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort
Disney announced today that the existing Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge will officially be renamed Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. The new Disney Vacation Club development that is currently under construction at the resort will be named Copper Creek Villas & Cabins. The release stated “Both Copper Creek
Three Pool Closures at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort This Summer
It looks like yet another pool at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort will be closed for part of the summer. There are a total of six villages within the resort, each with its own quiet pool in addition to the main theme pool. Guests can still enjoy the Fuentes del Morro
Golden Oak at Walt Disney World Resort Announces New Kingswell Neighborhood
Golden Oak is a one-of-a kind luxury resort residential community that offers estate-sized homes within the Walt Disney World Resort. The recently announced Kingswell neighborhood will include the last 53 home sites available to purchase within the Golden Oak community. Custom homes start at $3 million and will range from approximately 5,000 to 7,000
Two New Pool Closures at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
Heads up for guests staying at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort over the next few months. The Trinidad South Pool, located at the Pirate Rooms area, closed for refurbishment May 2nd and isn’t expected to reopen until June 3rd. The Jamaica Village Pool is also closed for refurbishment from April 19th through summer 2016. In the
Sign Up to be Notified Once 2017 Walt Disney World Packages Are Available to Book
Are you thinking about a Walt Disney World vacation next year? If you like to plan your trips far in advance then I’m sure you’re anxiously waiting for 2017 packages to be released. Send a quick email to lbourget@mickeytravels.com and I will add you to my 2017 watch list. Once
Possible New Name for DVC Resort: Copper Creek Cabins and Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
Disney’s Wilderness Lodge has been undergoing an extensive refurbishment with construction already underway on its new waterside cabins. According to WDW News Today, the Disney Vacation Club portion of the resort will have a new name: Copper Creek Cabins and Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. Construction on the resort is expected to
