One of the many perks of being a Disney Vacation Club Member is the ability to pool hop on property. However, there is a short list of resorts where pool hopping is not permitted, and it looks like Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has just joined that list. Thanks to DVCNews.com, we’ve learned of … Read more
Yet another new cupcake has been spotted at the Walt Disney World Resort! This time, it’s at Gasparilla Island Grill, located within Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort. Gasparilla Island Grill also debuted its Mimosa-Flavored Spring Cupcake recently, which we loved. The adorable new cupcake features a carousel theme with red and white icing, and topped with a … Read more
I spent the day riding the monorail and hopping on and off at the resorts to try all the Easter treats. It’s a hard job, but somebody’s gotta do it, right? Gasparilla Island Grill at the Grand Floridian is offering a beautiful Spring Cupcake, available through May 31st. Luckily, you have plenty of time to … Read more
It’s safe to say many are excited about the new Beauty and the Beast themed bar coming to the Grand Floridian. With construction starting, the Grand Floridian has been making some changes to accommodate guests during the remodel. First, we told you about the temporary Mizner’s set-up in front of the Grand Floridian Garden Tea … Read more
Disney has just confirmed rumors that a new “Beauty and the Beast”-inspired lounge is coming to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa this fall. The enchanting lounge will celebrate the magic and romance of the popular Disney live-action movie. Formerly Mizner’s Lounge and Commander Porter’s, this re-imagined lounge will feature four unique spaces inspired by Belle … Read more
Late last month, we brought you the news that Mizner’s Lounge and Commander Porter’s would both be closing for a lengthy refurbishment starting this month. Then, rumors of the space being transformed into a Beauty and the Beast themed lounge surfaced. Now, the locations have both closed their doors and work is already underway for … Read more
Late last month, we brought you news that Mizner’s Lounge would be undergoing a lengthy refurbishment to be transformed into a Beauty and the Beast Library themed bar and lounge. April 5th, 2019 was the official last day of operation for Mizner’s, and today, we found the new, temporary bar in operation at the resort’s … Read more
Earlier in the week, we brought you coverage of the 2019 Easter Egg Display at the Grand Floridian. Today, we returned to the beloved resort to try out the new Easter treat stand! The stand is located just as you enter the main lobby, off to the right. They operate daily from 10 A.M. – … Read more
Spring is upon us, and with spring, comes the annual Grand Floridian Easter Egg display! For the past several years, right around Easter, the lobby of the Grand Floridian Resort has been home to an ever-growing display of chocolate egg sculptures. Let’s see what they came up with this year! Several of these are hold … Read more
For fans of Mizner’s Lounge at Disney’s Grand Floridian resort, their favorite tucked-away nook/lounge will soon be closing… but thankfully, it’s for a refurbishment and expansion. Mizner’s Lounge last underwent a refurbishment back in 2012. Commander Porter’s, Grand Floridian’s menswear shop, will be closing on April 4th to make room for the expansion. Summer’s Lace, … Read more
If Disney were to create a Dooney & Bourke bag for any of its resorts, of course it would have to start with its flagship resort: Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa. The latest and first resort-specific collection to hit Walt Disney Resort, it pays homage to all the classic themes and visual elements incorporated … Read more
Today, November 21st, is National Gingerbread Day and there are so many opportunities to celebrate with Disney all around the world! Walt Disney World Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa – This year marks the 20th anniversary of this resort hotel’s gingerbread house. A classic recipe from Austria inspires the ornaments, cookies and the house which stands … Read more
Have you ever spent a day at Walt Disney World without a park ticket? Many guests fail to realize Disney magic can be found outside the parks, particularly at the Walt Disney World Resorts. Even those who aren’t staying at a Disney Resort are free to visit and enjoy some of what the different resorts … Read more
Back in April Disney unveiled the ‘Digital Key’ feature coming to MyDisneyExperience. This cool new tool allows guests to unlock their guest room door at their resort with the MyDisneyExperience app using Bluetooth technology. Originally only available at the Wilderness Lodge and Wilderness Lodge Vacation Club Resorts, this fun tech was slowly rolled-out to more resorts … Read more
Richard Gerth, famous Disney cast member of the Grand Floridian, passed early this morning. He was 92. Mr. Gerth greeted guests and assisted over 3,500 brides at the resort since 1991. In 2013, Richard was presented with the Walt Disney Legacy Award – the highest award any Disney cast member can receive. “I went over to … Read more
Back in January we provided details of a 30th Anniversary Gala to be held on June 30th at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa. We now have word that this event has been CANCELLED. No reason for the cancellation was given. The price per person was $195.74 including tax. Perhaps such a high price point … Read more
