Is Disney Thinking about Adding Resort Fees?
We’re hearing reports of a Walt Disney World Resort survey being sent to some guests about a potential $15-per-night resort fee that could be imposed at all Walt Disney World Resort hotels. This possible resort fee would cover things such as the Disney Magical Express, MagicBands, priority Fast+Pass planning at your resort, Extra Magic Hours at the theme parks, parking at the hotel and the theme parks, and Wi-Fi. Many hotels charge a nightly resort fee, including the Disney Springs-area hotels and the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin. The hotels “on property” at Disney...
Read MoreDisney Removing Alarm Clocks from Resort Hotel Rooms
The next time you check into a Walt Disney World Resort hotel room you might notice that the alarm clock is missing. Don’t be “alarmed” – Disney is reportedly removing all clocks from the resort’s hotel rooms. We were first made aware of this when a member of our team reported that her room at Disney’s Contemporary Resort was without a clock. When she called the front desk she was told that all the clocks had been removed but guests can still request a clock if they need or want one. After contacting Disney Vacation Club Member Services, a cast member did...
Read MoreNew Resort Hotel Deals Announced for Spring 2016
If you’re making plans to visit the Walt Disney World Resort in early 2016 there is a new spring savings deal that was recently announced. Guests can save up to 25 percent on rooms at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels for most nights from March 15 through June 11. And if you choose to upgrade to a room and ticket package with a minimum 4-day theme park ticket you’ll get one more ticket day for free. Some deluxe villas and deluxe hotels are priced at a 30 percent saving from April 14 through June 11 while guests choosing a value resort can save up to 20 percent from April 14...
Read MoreGingerbread Displays Up at Walt Disney World Resort Hotels
It’s the holiday season at the Walt Disney World Resort and guests can stop by several of the hotels on property to check out the gorgeous gingerbread displays. Once again this year Disney’s Contemporary Resort is showcasing its Frozen-themed display complete with Mary Blair-inspired characters (Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, Olaf, and Sven!) The display is located on the Grand Canyon Concourse at the hotel near the Fantasia gift shop. The always popular gingerbread house is up at the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. As is always the case, the back of the gingerbread house is an actual...
Read MoreNew Refillable Mugs at Walt Disney World Resort Hotels
If you have plans to visit a Walt Disney World Resort hotel soon you should check out the refillable mugs in the quick service locations. Our friends at the Disney Food Blog are reporting that mugs featuring a new design are rolling out at the hotels. The mugs feature Mickey and friends as they’re driving through the entrance gates to the Walt Disney World Resort – something that is always exciting! The new design also features subtle shout-outs to resort hotels including the famous purple road signs, images of certain hotels, and even logos featuring hotel names. The mugs...
Read MoreCelebrate New Year’s Eve at the Walt Disney World Resort
If you’re making plans to celebrate New Year’s Eve at the Walt Disney World Resort several of the hotels are hosting special holiday events. The California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort is hosting an ‘elegant feast’ that includes appearances from Disney characters, complimentary alcoholic beverages, and a dine-around event with food stations. Dinner seating is at 8 p.m. and the price is $625 per person (includes tax and gratuity). Guests visiting Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa can enjoy a 10-course meal at Victoria & Albert’s or...
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