PHOTOS: Lengthy Refurbishment of Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Continues

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We stopped by Disney’s Yacht Club Resort today to check out the current refurbishment project, which will continue until spring 2022. It appears as though Disney’s Yacht Club Resort lobby floor needs resurfacing and staining about a year after their extensive remodel. Cast Members folded up the giant area rug, and machines for resurfacing the … Read more

Interactive TVs Coming Soon to Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts

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New smart TVs are slowly being introduced in Walt Disney World Resort hotel rooms. These interactive television systems have a more personalized and easy-to-use experience that welcomes guests to the room, offers access to complimentary content, connects to streaming content, and more. The TVs will soon be available at Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts. … Read more

REVIEW: Simple but Delicious Breakfast Buffet Returns to Ale & Compass Restaurant at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

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Good morning from Walt Disney World! The breakfast buffet returned to Ale & Compass Restaurant this morning at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, and we swung by to start our day with a (hopefully) delicious meal. Ale & Compass Interior Ale & Compass reopened for breakfast back in August 2020, but the buffet has not been … Read more

PHOTOS: Scaffolding Up as Exterior Refurbishment Continues at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

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The exterior of Disney’s Yacht Club Resort is being refurbished, including repainting in some areas. Scaffolding is now up next to the towers of the resort. A cherry-picker construction vehicle was also parked behind fencing next to the pool. The scaffolding extends to the top of each tower. The interior lobby of Yacht Club was … Read more

PHOTOS: Painting Underway at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

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The exterior of Disney’s Yacht Club Resort is now being refurbished and will be under refurbishment until the spring of next year. We checked out the resort this morning to see what was being worked on. First, there was construction on the road leading to the resort. A sign outside the resort entrance warned guests … Read more

Refurbishment of Disney’s Yacht Club Resort to Last Until Spring 2022

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The exterior refurbishment of Disney’s Yacht Club is set to last until early spring 2022. The refurbishment began in May of this year and is scheduled to last 11 months. Guests are encouraged to bring personal belongings inside from their patio or balcony while work is done between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 … Read more

Reopening Dates Announced for Club Level at Disney’s Polynesian Village, Yacht Club, and Beach Club Resorts

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More reopening dates for Club Level services at Walt Disney World resorts have been announced. In addition to Disney’s Wilderness Lodge and Coronado Springs Resort, we now know the reopening dates for Club Level at Yacht Club, Beach Club, and Polynesian Village Resorts. Disney’s Wilderness Lodge – Dec. 16, 2021 Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort – … Read more

REVIEW: Yachtsman Steakhouse Reopens With Delicious Prime Cuts, Fresh Seafood, and More at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

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As we reported earlier, Yachtsman Steakhouse has reopened at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort. Guests can savor premium steaks, fresh seafood, and more at this New England-style steakhouse. We stopped by for dinner; let’s see how it fared. Interior The Yachtsman Steakhouse carries the resort’s overall nautical theme nicely without feeling tacky. The host stand is … Read more

PHOTOS: New Disney Cruise Line and Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Merchandise Sails Into Disney World

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Disney’s Yacht Club Resort has some new merchandise now available in The Market at Ale & Compass featuring a Tervis tumbler, a cozy robe, and a Disney Cruise Line accessory. Yacht Club Tervis Tumbler – $26.99 This Tervis tumbler has Mickey and Minnie enjoying a day out on a sailboat in front of the resort. … Read more

PHOTOS: Lobby Remodeling Project Underway at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, Iconic Globe Moved and New Furniture Placed

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As part of an ongoing remodel, Disney’s Yacht Club Resort now has new furniture and decor in its lobby. This globe usually sits in the center of the lobby but has been moved to the side. This is the permanent home for this iconic prop now. There are some construction walls in one corner of … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tour a Water View Room at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

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We were on-hand for the reopening of Disney’s Yacht Club Resort after its months-long closure due to the pandemic. We have always enjoyed this resort and couldn’t wait to come back. So let’s dive right in to a Disney’s Yacht Club water view room tour! Entranceway Upon entering the room, we turn right down a … Read more

PHOTOS: The Market at Ale & Compass Reopens at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

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The Market at Ale & Compass, a small quick-service shop at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, has reopened with new social distancing measures. A sign at Disney’s Yacht Club instructs guests in proper face covering procedures. Elevators are restricted to one party or four individuals per elevator. One door at the Market is exit-only, while a … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Disney’s Yacht Club Resort’s 2019 Christmas Village Combines Disney Inspired and Traditional Houses for a Festive Display

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year to be here at Walt Disney World. The parks and resorts are all decked out for the holidays, but some resorts take their decorating to a new level. We stopped into Disney’s Beach Club Resort the other day to check out their carousel display, but today we … Read more

REVIEW: Easter Cupcake at Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resort

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A new Easter egg specialty cupcake has made its way to Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts just in time for the Easter weekend. This is a vanilla confetti flavored cupcake with lemon filling, and topped with vanilla buttercream icing and fondant egg decorations. I really appreciated the added detail of the confetti cake on … Read more