One of the biggest challenges in planning a Walt Disney World Vacation for adults is picking which resort to stay at. Personally, I know I am looking for someplace quiet, scenic, and moderately inexpensive when I go to book my vacation Port Orleans French Quarter is the WDW Resort that
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September is Chock Full of Events at Disneyland Resort!
For those of you wondering if there are any fun signings or events taking place during the month of September, get ready to mark your calendars. Here is the official word from the Disneyland Merchandise Special Events team. You may think you’re going Bonkers, but actually you’re right on target.
Downtown Disney removes signs, props from Pleasure Island buildings
It’s yet another sign – or lack of signs thereof – that Walt Disney World is moving ahead with Hyperion Wharf makeover. Or at least Disney is committed to finally removing signs of what was once Pleasure Island, the night-time entertainment area of Downtown Disney (DTD). Disney has removed signs
Top 10 Activities for Adults at Walt Disney World
For those of you who think Walt Disney World is “just for kids”, thank again! There is plenty to do for adults too, including: Water sports: You can go water skiing, jet-skiing, rent a boat (motorboats, or pedal boats and canoes for the more physically inclined), and even go para-sailing
Downtown Disney Anaheim ‘Bonkers’ Vinylmation Event on Friday, September 2
This Friday at D Street in Downtown Disney, Anaheim, there will be a special event for the new Disney Afternoon Vinylmation Set. The new Vinyls are of Bokers D. Bobcat, star of the 90’s cartoon series, and his pal, Fall Apart Rabbit. I’ll be in attendance at the event,
La Nouba Celebrates 6,000 Performances at Downtown Disney
This week, Cirque du Soleil celebrated the 6,000th performance of La Nouba at Downtown Disney at Walt Disney World Resort. La Nouba features high wire and flying trapeze, acro-gymnastic performances and other displays of coordination and strength, set to live music and brilliant choreography. With an international cast of 67
Downtown Disney Resort Area Hotels Offer Lowest Rates of the Year to Hospitality Workers
Downtown Disney® Resort Area Hotels will offer their lowest rates of the year to all hospitality workers who visit from August 1, 2011 through September 30, 2011 as a special salute to the front-line ranks who make vacation wishes come true for millions of travelers each year. “Travel industry employees
Disney files construction permits for former Pleasure Island clubs
A notice of commencement form filed by Disney on August 4 announces that “improvements will be made to certain retail property” and specifically cites Mannequins, BET Soundstage, Adventurer’s Club, and the Comedy Warehouse. The forms noted by the Epcot Explorer’s Encyclopedia provide only a broad description with little insight into
Top 5 Best Things About Port Orleans Riverside
One of the most popular Walt Disney World resorts is Port Orleans Riverside! This moderate resort offers plenty of Southern charm and transports guests back in time to those old, lazy summer afternoons, along with some Pixie Dust too of course! 1. Quality-Port Orleans Riverside is the most popular moderate
Apricot Lane Boutique opens at Downtown Disney at Walt Disney World Resort
On Friday, Aug. 12, a new specialty store opened at Downtown Disney at Walt Disney World Resort. Michelle Baumann, writing for the Disney Parks Blog, announced the opening of Apricot Lane Boutique, a specialty store designed to appeal to women with an eye toward fashion trends and celebrity style. Apricot
Top 5 Time Wasters at Disney World
While surfing the Net we all come across many articles about how great Walt Disney World is. Top Five lists abound recommending everything from the best attractions to the tastiest foods and more. And I’ve even written some of these lists. But today I thought it would be only fair
Downtown Disney: Characters in Flight balloon ride
Characters in Flight Downtown Disney When many guests think of Downtown Disney (DTD), they think of it primarily as – even only as – a shopping and dining destination. Yet DTD also offers Disney guests some of the most fun, active experiences at Walt Disney World (WDW). Among them is
Top 5 Things To Do at Disney World Without Tickets
Despite what you may think, there are things to do at Disney that don’t require park tickets. Believe it or not, you can have a fun day at Walt Disney World packed full of Disney magic without ever passing through a turnstile. How? Check out my Top 5 Things To
Top 5 Must-Buys at Disney World
We all plan our Disney trips down to last detail. Our travel itinerary is in place, our accommodations are booked and paid for, and our Theme Park tickets are in the luggage bag, and we may even have our dining options all picked out. Yes, we are all set for
