Construction began at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort on March 1 in order to add new Disney Vacation Club Resort Studios to The Villas. We last checked in on March 28 so let’s see how things have changed. The entire side of this building is covered in scaffolding. A black tube runs down from one scaffolding tower. … Read more
Disney has a new job posting up for a Guest Experience Manager at Victoria & Albert’s. The restaurant at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort has been closed since March 2020 but will be reopening sometime this year. An exact opening date was not announced but a job posting for the restaurant indicates the reopening will be … Read more
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has been quietly undergoing phases of refurbishment to move away from the old Victorian style and toward a new, modern version (including the increased presence of IP). Other aspects of the resort, including the iconic lobby, are also on the slate for updates. Reportedly, when Bob Chapek (Disney’s current … Read more
The new DVC studios currently under refurbishment at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa have been heavily marketed and many members assumed that, like with other Walt Disney World Resorts, the style of these rooms would be unique to the timeshare. But sources close to WDWNT have revealed that after completion of the current project, … Read more
The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is being expanded to include new Disney Vacation Club Resort Studios. Construction began on March 1 and we last checked in on March 13. Let’s see how things are coming along. Construction work can be seen at both ends of this building. Scaffolding, and a white … Read more
Here’s a first look at a brand new offering for Easter this year! The Grand Cottage at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa offers springtime treats. When entering Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa from the Monorail, a bunny-shaped sign advertises The Grand Cottage. It will be open daily through April 18, from 9:30 a.m. … Read more
We stopped by the Grand Cottage at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa to try the treats in the unique Grand Easter Box. The Grand Combo Box – $50.00 When you purchase the Grand Box, you get five items for $50. One of the items, the Grand Floridian logo sugar cookie, is exclusive to the box. … Read more
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is celebrating Easter season with 25 hand-painted “egg” displays. The eggs are made out of chocolate and other sweets. We already took a look at the 50th anniversary Cinderella’s carriage egg, but now the rest have been set up. The eggs can be found behind The Grand Cottage in … Read more
St. Patrick’s Day is over, and Easter season has arrived at Walt Disney World Resort. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort will be opening The Grand Cottage full of Easter treats, but first, we’re checking out what is available at Gasparilla Island Grill. We picked up two bunny-inspired treats: a blondie pop and a peanut butter cookie. … Read more
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort is getting ready for Easter and will be celebrating with the brand-new Grand Cottage. Like the annual gingerbread house, this cottage inside the main lobby of the resort will sell themed seasonal snacks. Unlike the gingerbread house, the cottage is not also made out of the snacks themselves. It is white … Read more
Victoria & Albert’s will be reopening later this year at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Victoria & Albert’s has been closed since all of Walt Disney World Resort closed in March 2020. An exact opening date has not yet been announced.
The new Disney Vacation Club Resort Studios at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort are expected to open on June 20, 2022. Disney Vacation Club owners at the Grand Floridian Resort can book these Resort Studios starting today, March 14, 2022, for check-in dates between June 20 and February 14, 2023. An 11-month booking window will be … Read more
Disney Vacation Club has released a new short documentary about Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, ahead of the new Villas opening for members this summer. Filmed on location with help from some familiar characters, this made-for-Members video production celebrates the past, present and future of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa as more Disney Vacation Club® Members than ever call … Read more
Disney Vacation Club will reopen sales for The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa today, March 3, 2022, for current members. Prices generally begin at $207 per point, which matches the prices of Disney’s Riviera Resort and Aulani, Disney Vacation Club Villas. They drop to $186 each with a purchase of 200 points … Read more
Green construction walls have curiously been erected about halfway down the walkway connecting the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa to the Magic Kingdom. The walls are green in an attempt to blend in with the trees behind them. There is a black tarp covering one of the walls on the side. We took a ride … Read more
Beginning March 3, Disney Vacation Club Members can add on to their membership at the enhanced and expanded Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Guests can also enter for a chance to win a stay at The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. The Grand Prize winner will receive a 6-day, 5-night … Read more
