We were on-hand for the reopening of Disney’s Yacht Club Resort after its months-long closure due to the pandemic. We have always enjoyed this resort and couldn’t wait to come back. So let’s dive right in to a Disney’s Yacht Club water view room tour! Entranceway Upon entering the room, we turn right down a … Read more
Labor Day weekend is nearly here, and Walt Disney World and Orlando have been ranked as the top hotel destination city for 2020, according to travel coordinating app TripIt. And if you’re still looking to book a Disney Resort hotel stay, inventory at Walt Disney World is currently booked at 80%, according to our sources. … Read more
Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from August 23-30, 2020. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Social distancing markers for the character cavalcades … Read more
The Market at Ale & Compass, a small quick-service shop at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, has reopened with new social distancing measures. A sign at Disney’s Yacht Club instructs guests in proper face covering procedures. Elevators are restricted to one party or four individuals per elevator. One door at the Market is exit-only, while a … Read more
Disney’s Yacht Club Resort has finally reopened to the public, so it’s time to once again set sail for breakfast at Ale & Compass Restaurant! The restaurant is open every day for breakfast from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM. Before we get to the morning morsels, let’s take a look at the new safety precautions … Read more
With the upcoming reopening of Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, the resort’s various stores and restaurants are also prepping for their imminent reopening, including the guest-favorite Ale & Compass Lounge and Restaurant, which is set to open a few days earlier, on August 20. Do note that Ale & Compass doesn’t show times before August 24 … Read more
With Walt Disney World’s phased reopening underway, the resort is offering Florida residents an extra incentive to visit. Florida residents can save up to 35% on resort hotel rooms on most nights through September 30th. The maximum discount applies to select Deluxe Resorts and Villas, with up to 30% off for Moderate Resorts and 25% … Read more
With the NBA coming to Walt Disney World to resume the 2019-20 season, new details have been revealed about the housing situation, entertainment between games, and possible theme park access. Housing Thanks to Yahoo! Sports’ Keith Smith, we learned that Gran Destino Tower at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort is expected to be the “main hub” … Read more
A couple of days ago Walt Disney World began calling Cast Members back to restaurant locations that will be reopening June 22nd. Keep in mind that while these restaurants will be open, Guests must abide by the new policies that Disney has put in place for dining. Currently, you must have a confirmed dining reservation … Read more
During Easter, one of the activities at Walt Disney World is the various resorts that put out grand Easter egg displays. At Yacht & Beach Club, the bakery team put together two displays! The Yacht Club gives nods to some of Disney’s most classic characters and animated movies, like Dumbo and Beauty and the Beast, … Read more
Just because you’re visiting Walt Disney World doesn’t mean you have to miss out on the biggest football game of the NFL season. Whether you’re rooting for the San Francisco 49ers or the Kansas City Chiefs, there are plenty of locations at resort hotels, Disney Springs, and the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex to … Read more
It’s five o’clock somewhere, and we’re here at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort today for a quick stop into Hurricane Hanna’s Waterside Bar and Grill. A brand new souvenir glass is now available with your choice of two specialty beverages and it’s massive. We can’t wait to try this one! The new souvenir cup is plastic … Read more
It’s the most wonderful time of the year to be here at Walt Disney World. The parks and resorts are all decked out for the holidays, but some resorts take their decorating to a new level. We stopped into Disney’s Beach Club Resort the other day to check out their carousel display, but today we … Read more
While at the Beach Club Resort today, we decided to stop in to check on how work is coming along at Beaches & Cream Soda Shop. The ’50s-inspired ice cream destination closed in August to undergo extensive refurbishment. It was announced last week that the refurbishment schedule has been delayed, with the new projected re-opening date … Read more
If you are staying at a select Walt Disney World resort hotel, you may find some Disney characters ready to make some magical moments. Donald, Goofy, Daisy, Minnie, Tigger, Pooh, Mary Poppins, Alice, the Mad Hatter, Lilo, Stitch, Mickey, Pluto, Chip, and Dale are the characters guests may find at select hotels. These character experiences … Read more
A portion of Epcot Resorts Boulevard near Disney’s Beach Club resort will close in mid-August to accommodate bridgework. The bridge that crosses the body of water just east of Disney’s Beach Club Resort will close for up to 9 months. Those guests wishing to access Disney’s Yacht Club and Beach Club Resorts, as well as … Read more