Disney's Yacht Club Resort Archives

New Details Revealed About Resumed NBA Season at Walt Disney World, Including Possible After-Hours Parks Access for Players, Exclusive Movie Screenings, MagicBands, and More

June 17, 2020

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

Full List of Walt Disney World Restaurants Reopening on June 22

June 7, 2020

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

PHOTOS: Tour the 2019 Easter Egg Display at Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Resorts Featuring Fan-Favorite Animated Classics

April 12, 2020April 12, 2020

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

Walt Disney World Reveals Locations Around the Resort that Will Screen Super Bowl LIV

January 29, 2020

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

REVIEW: Giant New Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Souvenir Glass Now Available with Specialty Cocktails from Hurricane Hanna's Waterside Bar and Grill

December 9, 2019

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

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Disney's Yacht Club Resort's 2019 Christmas Village Combines Disney Inspired and Traditional Houses for a Festive Display

November 16, 2019

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

PHOTOS: Work Continues at Beaches & Cream Soda Shop After Re-Opening Date is Delayed at Disney's Beach Club Resort

November 11, 2019

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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

Limited Time Disney Character Experiences Coming to Select Walt Disney World Hotels

August 8, 2019August 8, 2019

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

Part of Epcot Resorts Boulevard to Temporarily Close Next Month for Bridge Work

July 16, 2019

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

REVIEW: Crew’s Cup Lounge Offers Cozy Bar Atmosphere & Giant Everything Pretzels at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

May 14, 2019

Crew’s Cup Lounge recently introduced some new menu items, and since we’re big Crew’s Cup fans here at WDWNT, we just had to give them a try. Read on to find out what we thought about this often overlooked lounge and bar space at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort. Crew’s Cup is the lounge attached to … Read more

REVIEW: Easter Cupcake at Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Resort

April 19, 2019

yacht and beach club resort Easter Cupcake

A new Easter egg specialty cupcake has made its way to Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts just in time for the Easter weekend. This is a vanilla confetti flavored cupcake with lemon filling, and topped with vanilla buttercream icing and fondant egg decorations. I really appreciated the added detail of the confetti cake on … Read more

PHOTOS: 2019 Easter Egg Display at Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Resorts

April 10, 2019April 10, 2019

Earlier this month, we brought you a first look at The Grand Floridian’s 2019 Easter egg display. Yesterday, while taking a loop around the Epcot resorts area, we spotted these incredible new egg displays at both the Beach Club and Yacht Club! If you’re in the area, make sure you swing by both resorts while … Read more

REVIEW: Ale & Compass at Disney's Yacht Club Resort Continues To Impress With New Peanut Butter and Jelly Dessert

March 14, 2019

During a recent trip to Ale & Compass at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, we discovered a new Peanut Butter and Jelly dessert item on the menu! Ale & Compass continues to remain one of our favorite table service restaurants on property with its consistently solid menu and service. Read on to find out what we … Read more

Poolside Private Cabanas Now Available to Reserve at Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts

March 8, 2019

Reservations are now open for rentals of the new poolside cabanas at Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts, where guests can indulge in the lap of luxury. These private hideaways exclusive to Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts provide guests with a number of services, including: Padded furniture (chairs and couch) Dedicated Disney Cast Member … Read more

Smart Speakers Currently Being Tested in Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Resort Rooms

February 5, 2019

Private Dining at Disney's Yacht & Beach Club Resorts

“Alexa, when’s the next bus to Magic Kingdom?” Imagine having your own virtual personal assistant versed in Walt Disney World park hours, bus information, and weather, right in your resort room. Well, at Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club resorts, it appears they are testing out smart speakers (like the Google Home or the Amazon Alexa … Read more

RUMOR: Epcot's International Gateway Entrance Temporarily Closing to Accommodate Disney Skyliner Construction

October 19, 2018

With cable installation beginning soon, rumor has it that the International Gateway entrance to Epcot will need to be closed for a few weeks to accommodate this work. If the rumor is true, guests would not be able to enter Epcot via the International Gateway entrance towards the back of the park (between France and … Read more