The nearest ocean is a good hour’s drive away in either direction from Walt Disney World. Although the Resort is landlocked, all is not lost for Guests who love the open waters. I feel like Bubba Blue from Forrest Gump, except instead of spouting shrimp dishes I’m listing boating options.
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Things to do outside the Parks: Touring the Resorts
When people visit Walt Disney World, the first thing they might do is make a plan for touring the parks. The parks are wonderful and filled with attractions, shows, restaurants, and so much more, but there is a lot to see outside of the parks. The resorts on Walt Disney
Is There Fishing at Walt Disney World?
Call me crazy (you have before!), but I like downtime at Walt Disney World. I didn’t used to be that way. The first few times my family visited Walt Disney World, we pushed ourselves to the limits, trying to do everything we possibly could. Every moment that wasn’t spent sleeping was devoted to park
Touring the Grand Floridian
People always tell me or post about how they never spend time in their rooms at Disney or time at the resort, and that they are only there to sleep, so they only want to stay at a value resort. Sound familiar? Well, I say the opposite (sometimes)…and you may
5 things I love about Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
Disney’s Wilderness Lodge is a popular, deluxe resort at Walt Disney World. Since it opened in 1994, guests have been enjoying this adventurous yet noble resort and all of its offerings. While there is a lot to see, do, and appreciate about Wilderness Lodge, check out my top 5 best
Take a day off and try a boat ride
There are a lot of things to do on days you do not visit the theme parks. In this new series I am going to highlight a different option with each article. For this first time I am going to highlight boat rentals! Water craft rentals are available at many
The Best Things in the “World” are Free
If you are looking for a few free things to do while you are at Disney World here are a few of my favorites: Monorail Take a ride on the Resort Monorail from the TTC (Ticket and Transportation Center) or the Magic Kingdom, and make your way around as it
Electrical Water Pageant Celebrates 40 Years at Walt Disney World Resort
“Water will also serve as a ‘stage’ in Walt Disney World. Lakeside and on the lagoon, fireworks shows and water spectacles will be presented – even including special ‘parades.’” These words printed in the 1970 “Walt Disney World Preview” book certainly ring true when you think of the Electrical Water
Oldies But Goodies – Six Things Seniors MUST Do At Walt Disney World
There are a lot of us Oldies who love to ride every attraction every time they visit Walt Disney World and I am one of them. I plan on doing this as long as I am physically able. There are, however, lots of things you can do aside from the
Oldies But Goodies – How Effective Is Disney Transportation For Seniors?
Let me be up front with you, as a Disney consumer who happens to be an Oldie I really enjoy the Walt Disney World transportation system. There are a few reasons why. We have stayed off site and driven to the parks each day (that will never happen again), we
Say “I do” Where Dreams Come True
Everyone knows Disney is the place where dreams come true, but it’s also a place where you can say, “I do!” Each Disney destination (Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line and Aulani) offer a Fairytale wedding package fit for a Queen! The three collection options at Walt Disney World
Grand Floridian Restaurants: Something for Everyone
Whether it’s a romantic dinner for two in the intimate setting of a private boat, or a huge dinner buffet hosted by Cinderella and her friends, the restaurants at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa at Walt Disney World Resort provide an atmosphere and menu to satisfy any appetite. The
H2O! FUN FACTS: ‘Count’ on Having a Waterful Time at Walt Disney World Resort
Even its hometown suggests a beautiful place of water. And Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista does not disappoint: There are more than 850 acres of lakes featuring nearly 130,000 feet of shoreline. And that’s just on “the surface”: Beneath the surface of the seven largest lakes are
