At Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside, the bridge connecting Ol’ Man Island and Magnolia Bend is closing periodically this month for refurbishment. Riverside Bridge Closure From July 27 through 28, the bridge will be closed at 8:00 a.m. each morning. It will reopen at 5:30 p.m. for pedestrians and evening carriage rides. Previously, the … Read more
Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside Resort is a moderate resort option at Walt Disney World that many guests love for its southern charm. It is located along the Sassagoula River with boat access to both Disney Springs and its sister resort, Port Orleans French Quarter. Join us today as we take a tour of a 5th … Read more
Happy Fat Tuesday! We visited Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter this morning for their annual Mardi Gras Pargo Parade. Cast Members decorate golf carts and guests can vote for their favorites by scanning the QR code on display near the parade route. Last year’s golf cart “floats” were inspired by Walt Disney World attractions … Read more
Fulton’s General Store at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside has a new ball cap and Corkcicle bottle inspired by the resort. Port Orleans – Riverside Ball Cap – $22.99 The cap is orange with a blue brim. A blue and white patch for the resort is on the front. Port Orleans – Riverside Corkcicle … Read more
Loungefly has released a new Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside Minnie ear headband. These flowery ears are available in Fulton’s General Store at the resort. Port Orleans Resort – Riverside Minnie Ear Headband – $39.99 The bow is made from canvas material, while the ears are pleather. The ears are light blue, with pink and white … Read more
Routine refurbishment of roofs will begin at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside on July 11. During construction, guests may hear work around Alligator Bayou during the day from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Work will not impact any guest amenities. The refurbishment is expected to be done by late September.
On a recent trip to Disney’s Port Orleans Resort, we found lots of new tees, a Port Orleans — Riverside mug, and a Tommy Bahama pullover sweater. Port Orleans Riverside Tee – $19.99 This cheerful green tee features Mickey Mouse and Pluto fishing. The text reads “Fishing the Day Away” at the top and “Disney’s … Read more
Happy Mardi Gras! We are beginning our day at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter to get into the Mardi Gras spirit. This year’s parade was themed to the 50th Anniversary. Cast members decorated golf carts to help celebrate the anniversary and Mardi Gras. Princess Tiana waved to guests from a horse-drawn carriage. Cast … Read more
Disney’s Port Orleans Resort held their annual Mardi Gras parade today, featuring decked-out golf carts and Princess Tiana herself. Cast Members led the parade with a Mardi Gras 2022 banner. They were followed by a smartly-dressed jazz band. Tiana rode in a horse-drawn carriage. Tiana was followed by a cart simply decorated for Mardi Gras … Read more
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, February 3, 2022. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more
Boatwright’s Dining Hall has reopened at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside and we were there for the re-opening dinner. Boatwright’s is only open for dinner, which is from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Drink Menu Complimentary Cornbread & Honey Butter The cornbread now comes in a loaf, which had a nice and slightly crispy exterior. … Read more
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 Saturday, October 23, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more
Last week, Disney’s Port Orleans: Riverside resort reopened for the first time in 18 months. Now, we’re giving you a tour of the Disney princess themed Royal Guest Room at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside. These rooms are very colorful and filled with ornate touches related to the princess theme. The room has two … Read more
In addition to the park maps, new “EARidescent” versions of maps in celebration of Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary are now available at the resort hotels as well. This one in particular showcases Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside. They feature the 50th anniversary EARidescent blue color scheme with the Walt Disney World 50th logo … Read more
After being closed for 18 months due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside has reopened. Walt Disney World 50th anniversary banners greet guests driving into the resort. At the main entrance, Cast Members have rolled out a red carpet. Purple banners with balloons attached were on either side of the red carpet. … Read more
For 23 years Yehaa Bob Jackson rocked the roost with wacky piano playing and singing at Port Orleans River Roost Lounge. Today he announced that he will not be returning to his role.