There are some exciting changes coming to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. A favorite destination of guests and cast members since its opening on Oct. 1, 1971, this beloved resort hotel immerses you in an oasis straight out of the South Seas with a sense of aloha that embraces you from the moment you arrive.
And that arrival experience is about to take on a whole new look with an enhanced entryway that will debut just in time for the resort hotel’s 50th anniversary. Read more
There are a lot of factors to consider when choosing a resort for your Walt Disney World vacation, and one of those is definitely location. Many Walt Disney World resorts offer fantastic access to different theme parks, while others offer proximity to Disney Springs which may be important to your family. Here’s what you can expect when it comes to resort location at Walt Disney World. Read more
Walt Disney World’s complex of theme parks, resorts, dining, and shopping is enormous, and all together is about twice the size of Manhattan. Thankfully, there are complimentary systems of transportation to help guests get around at Walt Disney World – but if you’re traveling for the first time, all the different transportation types can seem a bit confusing. Here’s a quick introduction to Walt Disney World’s transportation system. Read more
When you’re looking for some great “non-park” fun, Walt Disney World’s on-site resort hotels all offer great pools for cooling off and having fun during your vacation. Here are 5 of our favorites. Read more
All of the resort hotels at Walt Disney World have unique themes and it is always fun to see how Disney incorporates the theme into the overall feeling of the resort. At Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa, you don’t have to look far to see that the theme of this resort is horses and horse racing – specifically recalling the upscale peaceful ambiance of the resort town of Saratoga Springs, New York. Nods to horses and racing are evident everywhere, from the resort front desk and check in (The Carriage House), to the deluxe villa rooms, and even to the names of different sections of this large resort (Grandstand, Congress Park, Paddock, Carousel). Read more