2023 Gingerbread House at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Almost Complete

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It looks like the gingerbread house at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa will open this weekend as it was near completion when we visited the lobby on Thursday. When we stopped by just a few days ago, the house was little more than a blank frame. Gingerbread House Construction Every year, the gingerbread house … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Begins on 2023 Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Gingerbread House

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Construction has begun on the 2023 gingerbread house at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. The gingerbread house has been a tradition at the resort since 1999. Gingerbread House Construction Every year, the gingerbread house at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort resembles a Victorian-style house and is located in the main lobby of the resort. The … Read more

PHOTOS: More Roofing Replaced, Scaffolding Comes Down During Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Construction

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Scaffolding and construction walls have shifted during the ongoing refurbishment of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa at Walt Disney World. We’ve visited multiple times over the past few days to see how things are moving along. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Construction Cranes surrounded by green portable barriers have appeared near the corner of the … Read more

REVIEW: Coco Skeleton Bone Pastry Arrives at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa for Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month

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A new treat inspired by a beloved Pixar film has been introduced at Walt Disney World Resort to celebrate Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month 2023, which runs from September 15 through October 15. The “Coco” Skeleton Bone Pastry is now available at Gasparilla Island Grill at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Know Before … Read more

Walt Disney World Granted Extension for Reflections — A Disney Lakeside Lodge Permit, Disney Shares New Statement Regarding Potential ABC Network Sale, & More: Daily Recap (9/14/23)

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Thursday, September 14, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

Narcoossee’s Temporarily Closing Again at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

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After reopening earlier this year after a 10-month-long refurbishment at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Narcoossee’s is temporarily closing once again. Narcoossee’s Temporarily Closing According to the official Walt Disney World website, the restaurant will be closing to make “a few more equipment updates,” after they recently introduced a new interior and overhauled “land … Read more

Guest Suing Walt Disney World for Injuries on Peter Pan’s Flight, CFTOD Propose $3.1 Million Cut to Roadway Maintenance, ‘Nemo’ Seagulls Removed, & More: Daily Recap (9/13/23)

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Wednesday, September 13, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

PHOTOS: Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Lobby Restored Temporarily as Railing Construction Concludes

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Construction materials, vehicles, and walls are gone from the lobby of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort as construction wraps up on the railings above. Grand Floridian Resort Lobby Furniture and decorations are back in the lobby for guests to enjoy. White scrims remain around some of the upstairs balconies, although work may be complete. Some scrims … Read more

PHOTOS: Scrim Removed From Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Lobby as Railing Work Nears Completion

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Work is starting to wrap up on the guest floor railings overlooking the lobby of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. This project began in June with construction walls and vehicles taking up much of the resort’s lobby space. The lobby itself will also be remodeled, but not until next year. Grand Floridian Interior Construction … Read more

PHOTOS: Lobby Exit to Pool Area Now Closed as Refurbishment Continues at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

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The exit from Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort lobby to the Beach Pool and “Alice in Wonderland” water play area has now been closed as refurbishment efforts continue. Disney’s Grand Floridian Lobby Construction As construction continues at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, the exit from the lobby to the Beach Pool area and “Alice in … Read more

PHOTOS: Railing Refurbishment Moves to Center of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Lobby

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Construction walls and materials have moved to the center of the Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort lobby as crews continue work on the guest floor railings. Grand Floridian Interior Construction Planters no longer block the view of the lobby directly in front of the Monorail station. A PhotoPass photographer was available in this space when we … Read more

PHOTOS: More Scaffolding Installed, Ramp Closed During Exterior Construction at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort

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Although the lobby remodel has been delayed to next year, crew members continue working in and around the main building of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Grand Floridian Construction There has been no visible change to the area blocked off in front of the Monorail station. White tarps cover some of the railings behind … Read more

New Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Loungefly Crossbody Wallet Available

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Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has a new Loungefly crossbody wallet/purse available in Curiouser Clothiers. Grand Floridian Loungefly Wallet – $70 The wallet is white and patterned all-over with the Grand Floridian logo and flowers in teal blue. A teal blue stripe, with smaller gold stripes, runs down the center. A large golden medallion … Read more

PHOTOS: Crews Painting Ceiling of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Lobby

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Crews have finished their refurbishment of the Summerhouse at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, but work continues in the lobby and above Gasparilla Island Grill. Grand Floridian Lobby In the lobby of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, crew members were in the two lifts, which were raised up to the ceiling. So far, we’ve seen crews replace … Read more

PHOTOS: Summerhouse Roofing Replaced, Work Continues in Lobby at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort

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Work continues inside and outside at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, which has been undergoing a years-long refurbishment. Grand Floridian Lobby In the lobby, two lifts are parked behind construction walls for work on railings up above. Though a remodel is planned for the lobby, this work is just for guest rooms. Plants have … Read more

Construction Work Moves Outside Gasparilla Island Grill at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort

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Construction at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has moved to the balconies above Gasparilla Island Grill. Gasparilla Island Grill Construction The sidewalk running along the side of the resort’s main building is closed between Grand Floridian Cafe and Gasparilla Island Grill. White construction walls line the walkway. Guests can walk a few yards down … Read more