Where do I start with Disney's Polynesian Village Resort? Well let's just say I love any resort that has boat transportation. And, this one is no exception, with the boats that take you straight to Magic Kingdom Park. How great is it to not have to worry about parking?! Buuuut, if the weather is not permitting, this resort has the Monorail sitting right outside the front door waiting for you!! Seriously.. how amazing is that?! The Polynesian Village Resort is definitely one of the more prestige Disney Resorts. Everything is at your fingertips, including childcare! … [Read more...]
Coronado Springs- Summer Fun Series
On Thursday, Eli and I paid a visit to Disney's Coronado Springs Resort. This brought back a lot of memories, as I have attended several Business Conventions at this resort over the years. And, after speaking with one of the Cast Members, I now know why this particular group always held their events here. Coronado Springs is actually famous for their Convention Center! It has more meeting rooms than the Orlando Convention Center. And, as it turns out, Coronado Springs actually has the largest ballroom in the southeastern United States. Now I gotta tell you, if you … [Read more...]
Animal Kingdom Lodge- Summer Fun
Dumela!! Or, should I say Greetings from Africa?!! No, I'm not in Africa now. But, on Monday, we got to visit Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge. And, that's probably the closest you'll get to Africa.. in Florida anyway! The Animal Kingdom Lodge is built on an African theme. And, golly you gotta love the authenticity of it! All throughout the guestrooms and common areas you'll find amazing handcrafted artwork. And, the Africans murals on the walls will make your jaw drop. As we walked through the resort, my husband Matt was mentally decorating his "Man Cave" with all … [Read more...]
Port Orleans Resort- Summer Fun Series
How do I start with Disney's Port Orleans Resort? All I can say is WOW! Let me put it this way.. it took me probably 30 minutes to even realize that the "French Quarter" and "Riverside" are part of the SAME resort! When we walked in, I noticed a boat coming up. So, I decided to jump on, not exactly knowing where it was going to take us. The sign said Riverside or Downtown Disney. So, I initially figured Riverside was the same resort and we went for it. However, when the boat docked, I looked around and thought, Dorothy we're not in Kansas anymore! Everything looked … [Read more...]
Saratoga Springs- Summer Fun Series
On Monday, we had the opportunity to visit our 4th Disney Resort, Saratoga Springs. As I write that, I am in disbelief we still have 27 more to go! How are we going to handle all this fun?! We may have to buy a resort after this, because Eli is getting some high expectations here.. ;) Speaking of buying.. did you know you can purchase a real estate interest in a Disney Vacation Club Resort? I don't have all the details yet, because we couldn't stay through the tour. But, I promise by the time we make it through the last resort, I will do a post on it to fill you … [Read more...]
Caribbean Beach- Summer Fun Series
Day 3 of resort hopping! Eli and I are having so much fun that it doesn't even seem fair..but I know it is, because we are living the Favored life! :) On Tuesday we paid a visit to Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort. Upon entering the Lobby we were greeted by 3 Cast Members, one of which took at least 10 minutes to make Eli laugh. He asked if Eli was a pirate and I said of course! (We're from Tampa.. what can I say?! Gasparilla...;)) He then went into the secret stash and pulled out a sword, an eye patch and a pirate rubber ducky! Eli just loved it and so did I! Hey, I … [Read more...]
