Resorts Archives

Updated List of Transportation Options Available and Not Available to Guests During the Closure of Walt Disney World Due to Coronavirus

March 15, 2020

The Walt Disney World Resort has updated the list of transportation options will be available to Guests staying on property now that all theme parks and water parks have closed due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Here is what the transportation situation will look like starting Monday, March 16: Bus Transportation: All Resorts will have bus transportation … Read more

Character Meals at Walt Disney World Resorts to Continue (With Some Restrictions) Due to Coronavirus Concerns

March 15, 2020March 15, 2020

While tomorrow marks the official closure of all Walt Disney World parks, the resort’s numerous hotels and restaurants are expected to remain open throughout the two-week period. Character meets went on as normal in the parks today, but due to rising concerns about the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, character meals at resort restaurants will have new … Read more

PHOTOS: Even More New Disney Vacation Club Merchandise Arrives at Walt Disney World Resorts

October 6, 2019

Calling all Disney Vacation Club Members! Showcase your DVC Member status in style with the latest Disney Vacation Club merchandise available at resort stores around Walt Disney World. Many of the new items feature logos from all Disney Vacation Club resorts, perfect to match with your Disney Vacation Club Member Loungefly Mini Backpack ($69.99). Take … Read more

BREAKING: Reflections – A Disney Lakeside Lodge to Feature “Princess and the Frog” Lakeside Restaurant

August 25, 2019August 25, 2019

Artist's concept of Reflections – A Disney Lakeside Lodge features an outdoor area at a resort, with people walking under a large, wooden, pavilion-like structure surrounded by greenery and multi-story buildings in the background.

If you’re a fan of Three Bridges Bar and Grill (located at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort), or even the neighboring Geyser Point Bar and Grill at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, you’ll be happy to know that once Reflections – A Disney Lakeside Lodge opens, you’ll have a similar waterfront dining location to enjoy. Just announced at D23 Expo … Read more

Expected Pricing Revealed for the 2-Night, 3-Day Star Wars Hotel Experience at Walt Disney World

August 21, 2019August 21, 2019

Staying in a Star Wars hotel connected to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is the ultimate “Take my money, Disney!” concept. And that’s without even knowing much about it. According to Disney, “This groundbreaking experience is unlike any resort experience you’ve ever seen. From the moment you board your launch pod, it’s a fully-immersive, multi-day Star Wars adventure … Read more

Mobile Ordering Now Available at Even More Walt Disney World Resort Hotels

August 13, 2019

Mobile Ordering is officially available at even more select Disney Resort hotels. With a few taps of the screen, guests are now able to use this service to save time and skip the line to order at seven newly-participating quick-service restaurants, including Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter, … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO, REVIEW: Chronos Club at Gran Destino Tower in Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort Offers Affordable Club Level Luxury

July 22, 2019

Last week, we brought you our thoughts and first impressions of the newly-opened Gran Destino Tower. Our experience was unique in that we opted to plus our stay with Club Level access, and Gran Destino is unique in that it is the first and only Moderate resort on property to offer Club Level amenities. If … Read more

Fall and Winter 2019 Discounted Room Rates Announced For Select Walt Disney World Resort Hotels

July 16, 2019July 16, 2019

Disney has just announced the long-awaited Fall and Winter discounted room rates! Many of you have been messaging us about these, so we’re happy to share that they’re now available. You can save up to 20% on select Disney Resort hotels in late 2019. Check out all the details below! Book through September 29, 2019 … Read more

Discounted Room Rates at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort, Gran Destino Tower, and More Now Available for Disney Visa Cardmembers

July 16, 2019July 15, 2019

Disney has announced new summer room rates just for Disney Visa cardmembers. You can now experience the brand-new Gran Destino Tower at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort in a water view room for just $199 a night, plus tax from July 15th to September 28th, 2019. Cardmembers can also secure discounted room rates at select Disney … Read more

Special “Teacher Appreciation Rates” Offer Returns at Seven Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels This Summer

May 21, 2019

Disney Springs resort area hotels Hilton.

The seven Disney Springs Resort Area hotels are once again offering special rates as part of their “Teacher Appreciation” offer this summer. The offer is available for teachers and support staff in both The United States and Canada, and includes everyone from preschool teachers to college professors, and everyone in between. The dates for this … Read more

Ticketless Disney: Experiencing Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

May 19, 2019

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

WDWNT Weekly Recap: Space Restaurant Opening Date, Galaxy’s Edge Wristband Procedures, and Most Park Entrances Are Being Demolished

May 12, 2019

Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all of the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from May 6 – 12! Walt Disney World A new online reservation system has been … Read more

WDWNT Weekly Recap: Easter Eggs, Instagrammable Desserts, Nighttime Show Details, and a Missing Camel

April 8, 2019

Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all of the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from April 1-7 2019! WDWNT News Did you get fooled this April 1st? Check out … Read more

Points Chart, Pricing, and Resort Map Released for Disney’s Riviera Resort, Points Available for Member Purchase Starting Tomorrow

March 26, 2019March 26, 2019

European-Inspired Amenities Coming for Disney’s Riviera Resort

Reservations have been open for the European-inspired Disney’s Riviera Resort, the 15th Disney Vacation Club resort, since this January. However, if you’re looking to book your 2020 Disney Vacation Club getaway and want to do some homework on how many points it’ll cost, a points chart and new pricing has been released for the upcoming … Read more

WDWNT Weekly Recap: Walk Around the World Bricks, Hollywood Studios 30th Anniversary Projects, New Fireworks, Minnie Ears, and More!

March 24, 2019

Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all of the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from March 18-24! Walt Disney World New offerings have been announced for the 2019 Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS: New Refillable Mugs Featuring “Mickey Through The Years” Debuting Across Walt Disney World Resorts

March 7, 2019

Disney Can Beat Quarantine Blues - refillable mugs

While a number of refillable popcorn buckets have come and gone from Walt Disney World in the past months, we haven’t had a new resort refillable mug since the seasonal ones that were released in very limited quantity last Halloween, as well as some short-lived Christmas ones. While the old design has been around for … Read more