Disney has completed the refurbishment of over a thousand rooms and the pool area at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter. Port Orleans Refurbished Rooms The first of the refurbished rooms opened in September. The colorful fabrics and patterns are inspired by New Orleans architecture. There are nods to Mardi Gras, including artwork featuring … Read more
Visit Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter this holiday season for Christmas decorations infused with the spirit of Mardi Gras. Port Orleans – French Quarter Christmas Decorations The poles in the lobby are wrapped with garlands. Christmas trees are against the wall of windows. And wreaths hang above the doorways leading to Sassagoula Floatworks … Read more
Scat Cat’s Club – Café at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter will be closing at the end of September for a refurbishment. Scat Cat’s Club – Café Refurbishment Beginning on September 23, Scat Cat’s Club – Café will close for refurbishment. The location is expected to reopen in mid-October. Disney has announced that … Read more
This past weekend we saw reports that Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter opened newly refurbished rooms to about 60+ guests. Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter Refurbishment This is a look at what the rooms looked like before this refurbishment. In April of this year, we reported that some rooms at Disney’s Port … Read more
Disney has shared the full list of all the treats and drinks that will be available for guests to enjoy this Halloween season at Walt Disney World. Halloween 2024 Treats at Disney Resort Hotels These treats can be found at select Walt Disney World resort hotels, as well as their lounges, pool bars, and table-service … Read more
Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter has a new Mickey beignet Loungefly backpack, as well as two new Tervis tumblers inspired by Scat Cat’s Club and “The Princess and the Frog.” These are available in Jackson Square Gifts & Desires. Mickey Beignet Loungefly Mini Backpack – $88 The Mickey beignet Loungefly backpack is blue with … Read more
Walt Disney World has new pins inspired by Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter and Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort. We found them both at Pin Traders in Disney Springs. Port Orleans Resort Pin – $16.99 This hinged pin is circular. The front features a sparkly blue circle with pictures of Mardi Gras masks, a … Read more
Doubloon Lagoon pool, the Aquatic Play Area, and Mardi Grogs pool bar at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter are back open after a routine refurbishment. They closed in February. Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter Refurbishments A Mardi Gras band of alligator figures leads guests to the pool area. The Doubloon Lagoon decorations haven’t … Read more
Disney’s Port Orleans Resort hosted another successful Mardi Gras parade this year, featuring Princess Tiana and golf carts decorated by Cast Members. Disney’s Port Orleans Resort Mardi Gras Parade Cast Members were dressed in purple and green with Mardi Gras beads. A Cast Member led the Mardi Gras parade in a surrey bike. The Walt … Read more
Celebrate Mardi Gras at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter with the new bananas foster beignets. This treat is available through February 29 at Scat Cat’s Club – Café. Bananas Foster Beignets – $7.99 A trio of honey-glazed Mickey-shaped beignets with a house-made bananas foster sauce Rating out of 7: 5 Each beignet is covered … Read more
The Disney Parks Blog has released the full guide of food and beverages coming to Walt Disney World Resort for Valentine’s Day 2024. Valentine’s Day 2024 at Walt Disney World Disney Springs Amorette’s Patisserie (Available Feb. 1 through 17; mobile order available) The Ganachery Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar (Available Feb. 1 through 17) Vivoli il Gelato (Currently available … Read more
At Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter, these hot cocoa Mickey beignets are the perfect treat to celebrate the cooler temperatures…or a terrible holiday disaster, depending on how you choose to eat them. Hot Cocoa Mickey Beignets – $7.79 for 3 Trio of Mickey-shaped Beignets with a dusting of Hot Cocoa Powder, Fudge Drizzle, Snowflake … Read more
When it comes to a Walt Disney World vacation, one of the most pressing questions comes early on in the planning — where do you stay? The team at WDWNT recently discussed the pros and cons of staying at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter and Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside, and we’ve … Read more
The Sassagoula River Cruise water transportation service will be temporarily unavailable for a short period later this month, according to Orlando Theme Park News. Sassagoula River Cruise Temporarily Closing This watercraft transportation service will be closed to guests from August 28-30, as a result of bridge refurbishment. Affected guests can still take a resort bus, … Read more
Haunted Mansion treats have arrived at Walt Disney World Resort in honor of the new film. At Scat Cat’s Club in Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter, guests will find new Mickey-shaped Haunted Mansion beignets, as well as the Playful Spirits Margarita. We visited the resort to try the new beignets. At Scat Cat’s Club … Read more
Good morning from a stormy Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Today a tornado watch has been issued for the Disney Parks. We were hoping the storms and rain would keep people away from the parks, but it’s very busy this morning. Today we’re planning on riding some rides and doing some shopping. We also plan on stopping … Read more