Disney does not do anything without first putting a ton of thought and imagination into it. In fact, Disney Imagineers are experts at adding fun into every single detail on property. So it was no surprise to me in researching some fun tips that I came across some fun facts that Disney Imagineers have added to the value resorts. Read more
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Before I get stated, I would like to apologize to those who love All-Star Sports. Don’t get me wrong: I like many parts of this resort but while I do enjoy sports, this resort just isn’t my favorite among all the choices available. As the name implies, this resort is themed with the sport enthusiast and athlete in mind. There are open areas for practicing routines and really getting into a sports-mindset! In fact I remember one morning starting quite early with cheerleaders practicing outside our door. This resort attracts many sport groups from around the country such as cheerleaders, dance teams, soccer and baseball players, etc.
Several years back (ok a lot of years – she’s 31 this year), we took our 18 year old daughter and a girlfriend of hers for their first adult trip. We booked an All-Star Sports room for them while we stayed in the French Quarter. They were on their own so they had to get themselves up the morning, figure out food for the day (we supplied $20 each every day for them to eat on), keep up with their room keys and park passes. I had purposely booked Sports thinking the girls would enjoy being around people closer to their age. But it turns out that neither of the girls were sport enthusiasts and there were more families with a little younger age group. In looking back I can see the reason why, with the football field, the more open areas bright colors, the younger generations really enjoy it!
Traveling down West Buena Vista Drive, past the giant basketball hoops and the larger than life musical instruments, you will find a collection of favorite Disney film icons at the All-Star Movies. Typical of the other All-Star hotels there are five sets of buildings; 101 Dalmatians, Mighty Ducks, Fantasia, Love Bug and Toy Story. Each building has 2-story, larger than imaginable, characters that distinguish the theme of the building. The four 101 Dalmatian and Toy Story buildings are in prime proximity to the main building and the bus stops.
As with all the All-Star hotels, the bus stops are in front of the main building. This tends to be the most common issue with the All-Stars, but I have not had too many delays in getting a bus to our destination. Anytime the line has seemed impossibly long, along comes another bus. I know some people will differ with me, but I guess luck has been on my side.