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Disney’s Pop Century Resort

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Kelly Wrote: “Disney’s Pop Century Resort is Disney’s newest value resort. Taking its cue from a century’s worth of pop culture history, Disney’s Pop Century features such kitschy decor as an oversized Rubik’s Cube and a psychedelic 1970s resort area. A favorite of Disney value connoisseurs, this value resort remains a favorite because of its closer proximity to the other resort areas and its unique theming.” Pop Century is kitschy but that’s part of what makes it so much fun. This resort was designed by Arquitectonica of Miami, Florida. The goal was to capture the essence of 20th century American … Continue reading →

Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside Resort (Dixie Landings)

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Although this isn’t a luxury resort, it was part of Walt Disney’s dream to be able to provide accommodations for families on every size budget. Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside Resort (formerly called Dixie Landings) is the second largest moderately priced resort at Walt Disney World with over 2,000 guest rooms. There are two parts to this resort: Magnolia Bend and Alligator Bayou. Magnolia Bend is designed to look like two and three story mansion homes while Alligator Bayou has two story, cottage style buildings. Most rooms at this resort have two double beds each and accommodate up to four adults … Continue reading →

Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground

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The Fort Wilderness Resort is mainly a campground but there are also some great cabins available for campers. Not only is the Fort Wilderness Resort affordable for the average family but it brings all of the very best pastimes to camping while housing you within Walt Disney World itself. There are several recreation areas at Fort Wilderness where you could easily spend your entire vacation: The Meadow Recreation Area is in the center of Fort Wilderness and gives guests access to bike trails and waterways. At the Bike Barn, you can rent bikes (of course) as well as tennis and … Continue reading →

The Villas at the Disney Institute

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The Disney Institute and its resort villas are located on 250 acres of woodland near the Buena Vista Lagoon and Bonnet Creek. This is a very quiet area for accommodations and they range from one-bedroom townhouses to fully equipped Treehouse Villas and even Grand Vista Homes. The Grand Vista Homes and the Fairway Villas border the Lake Buena Vista Golf Course and are nestled along quaint tree-lined roadways. The Treehouses are located within a wooded area where peace and quiet are easy to come by. The single bedroom townhouses accommodate 4-6 people each. They have one bedroom with a queen … Continue reading →

Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort

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This resort was designed with Coronado’s view of colonial Mexico and the American southwest in mind. You are greeted by a sunny plaza leading to the large lobby complete with beamed, mosaic ceilings, columns, inlaid floors and a beautiful fountain. The resort has three themed areas that are situated around Lago Dorado (Lake Dorado). This resort is located near the Animal Kingdom and Blizzard Beach parks. There are 1,921 guest rooms at the Coronado Springs resort. The three themed areas are Ranchos, Cabanas, and Casitas. Ranchos is located along a dry streambed and has buildings that resemble cattle ranches. This … Continue reading →

Disney’s Boardwalk Inn

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The fun and fancy of Atlantic City’s Boardwalk in the 1930’s is what you’ll find at Disney’s Boardwalk Inn. Whether you prefer to relax by the pool, in the gardens or enjoy the carnival of the Boardwalk, this resort has something for you. Like most of the other guest rooms at Walt Disney World, the 372 rooms at Disney’s Boardwalk Inn will comfortably accommodate a family of five. Guests will have a small table and chairs, TV, hair dryer, coffee maker, daily newspaper and turn down service (on request). Most rooms here have either a balcony or a patio with … Continue reading →

Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

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The Yacht Club is on 25-acre Crescent Lake. Like the Beach Club, it was designed by Robert A. M. Stern and meant to bring to mind the New England shore of the 1880s. Also a five-story deluxe resort, the Yacht Club has a gray clapboard facade with whitewashed-wood trim. A nautical theme is carried throughout the resort with brass, millwork and hardwood floors. This resort even comes complete with a lighthouse to guide you home from the parks every night! There are 621 rooms at the Yacht Club and each measures 380 square feet. These rooms are made to comfortably … Continue reading →

Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort

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Another one of the Disney Value Resorts, along with the All-Star Movies and Music resorts is the All-Star Sports Resort. If you are looking for the ultimate ESPN experience for sports fans on a budget, this is the place to stay! You’ll check in at Stadium Hall before going to your room in one of the five sports-themed areas at this resort. The themed areas include Touchdown, Home Run Hotel, Center Court, Hoops Hotel and Surf‘s Up. Each of the five areas has its own landscaped courtyard where you can hang out and see who is coming and going in … Continue reading →

Are You Ready for the Walt Disney World Moms Panel?

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If you think you know all there is to know about Walt Disney World, the mouse wants YOU! Walt Disney World is looking for 10-12 moms to be a part of an online forum they plan to launch in January 2008. Those selected will be expected to share their Walt Disney World vacation experiences and their expertise as advisors to those who are new to the Walt Disney World experience and planning their own family vacations to the magical destination. If you think you have what it takes to be an advisor to those embarking on the Disney experience, you … Continue reading →

Disney Value Resorts: All-Star Music Resort

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This Disney Value Resort has a music theme but, like the All-Star Movies Resort, the theme carries throughout the resort. There are five themed areas here too. The themes include Calypso, Jazz, Country, Rock and Broadway. There are 1,920 guestrooms at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort, measuring a spacious 260 square feet each and built to accommodate a family of four people with two double beds, a split bathroom with one sink, a dresser, TV and small table with two chairs. Amenities at the All-Star Music Resort include a food court (featuring pizza, hamburgers, pasta, barbecue, and a bakery), two pools, … Continue reading →