More construction walls are up in the lobby of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, forcing check-in to move. Grand Floridian Lobby Remodel Crews removed the lobby’s iconic birdcage earlier this month — the first step in a major remodel of the space that will include the construction of a birdcage-inspired bar. In addition to the construction walls … Read more
The giant birdcage from the lobby of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort has been fully removed. Grand Floridian Birdcage Gone The birdcage used to sit on a dais across from the cage-inspired elevator tower. On Thursday, crews began dismantling the birdcage, and as of Friday morning, it’s completely gone. White sheets lay across its former location. … Read more
The Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa birdcage was dismantled on Wednesday morning during the resort’s lobby remodel. Grand Floridian Birdcage Dismantled Construction walls went up around the birdcage and surrounding lobby space earlier this month. Plants were removed from the area and crew members moved in various vehicles and materials. On Wednesday morning, they … Read more
Victoria & Albert’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has retained its status as a MICHELIN star restaurant. Victoria & Albert’s MICHELIN Star Status In 2024, the restaurant earned Disney’s first-ever MICHELIN star. It remains the first and only restaurant owned and operated by a U.S. theme park to hold a MICHELIN star. Victoria … Read more
Work will begin this spring on the overhaul of the Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa lobby. Grand Floridian Lobby Update Starts This Spring Disney shared this notice regarding the lobby on the Disney Vacation Club website: Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa will be receiving enhancements to select areas in phases, including the lobby … Read more
The 2025 Easter season began at Walt Disney World on Tuesday, March 18. At Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, guests can peruse several chocolate egg showpieces crafted by culinary Cast Members. Grand Floridian Easter Eggs These Easter eggs are in the resort’s lobby around The Grand Cottage, a kiosk selling Easter treats. Most of … Read more
At Gasparilla Island Grill at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, guests can create their own parfaits and acai bowls for breakfast. Gasparilla Island Grill opens at 6 a.m. and offers breakfast until approximately 11 a.m. The create-your-own parfait counter, where the acai bowls are available, switches to a create-your-own salad station for lunch and … Read more
The Courtyard Pool, spa, and Courtyard Pool bar at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa are closing this month for a routine refurbishment. Courtyard Pool Refurbishment at Disney’s Grand Floridian The closure is listed on the webpage for Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort. The pool, spa, and bar will be closed from January 13, 2025, through … Read more
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort has a new Loungefly tote bag, wallet, apparel, and housewares. The Loungefly tote and wallet match the recently released Loungefly backpack and headband. They are redesigned versions of Loungefly items first released in 2022. The collection is in Curiouser Clothiers. Grand Floridian Loungefly Tote – $75 The tote features a pattern … Read more
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Christmas tree has been installed in the resort lobby for the 2024 holiday season. Grand Floridian Christmas Tree The Christmas tree is nearly four stories tall. It’s in the center of the lobby, between the birdcage and the elevator. The lobby’s grand piano has been moved to the side, … Read more
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has a new Loungefly ear headband and matching mini backpack. We found the accessories in Curiouser Clothiers, off the lobby of the Grand Floridian. Grand Floridian Loungefly Ear Headband – $44.99 The color scheme for both items is white, eggshell, light blue, and gold (a colorway that has also … Read more
Boat service between Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa and Magic Kingdom is suspended this week for a refurbishment of the Grand Floridian’s dock. Grand Floridian Watercraft Transporation Unavailable We visited the closed dock on Monday, September 9. An A-frame sign directs guests to other transportation options. The refurbishment of the dock is expected to … Read more
M. Mouse Mercantile at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa will close for refurbishment beginning in mid-May. M. Mouse Mercantile Refurbishment The gift shop will be closed beginning on May 13. Work will be completed in mid-July. Guests may see or hear refurbishment work around the area during this time. Sandy Cove Gifts and Curiouser … Read more
After reviewing the 1900 Park Fare breakfast buffet, we returned for the dinner buffet at the newly reopened restaurant. Dinner at 1900 Park Fare is $66 per adult and $41 per child, plus tax and gratuity. This includes fountain drinks, tea, and coffee, but not the specialty cocktails or mocktails. As of the time of … Read more
A new Walt Disney World ticket price increase announced, concept art for the world’s first Tangled ride at Disney Parks, and more Fantasy Springs news — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Tuesday, February 27, 2024. Walt Disney World EPCOT Walt Disney World Resort Hotels Other Walt Disney World News Tokyo Disney … Read more
Reservations will open for 1900 Park Fare at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa on March 5, and the updated character dining experience will include new characters and costumes. 1900 Park Fare Updates We just learned 1900 Park Fare will reopen after four years with new menu items on April 10, 2024. Disney Parks Blog … Read more