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Disney World, Orlando Florida
Zip a dee do da, zip a dee ay, my oh MY – you decided it’s time for a Disneyworld Vacation, what a wonderful day. We are prepared to assist you with the many decisions to make this a memorable and MAGICAL vacation be it your first or not.
SALE - Book today, limited rooms at this sale for select rooms at Disney Properties to receive the FREE DINING OFFER! (travel window of 8/16 thru 10/3/09 for 5 night or longer stays)
Disney Resort Stay — Select your preferred Disney Resort category: Value, Moderate, Deluxe or Villa Properties.
Disney Properties, like most resorts, have standard room occupancy of 4 people to a room with one child under 3 in a crib permitted in addition to the occupancy. However, for larger families with 3 or more children, you should know Disney affords a variety of accommodations in each category to accommodate you.
+ next to a resort denotes that larger families can be accommodated (more than 4 people).
Value Resorts
These are comparable to many of the fine options outside of Disney, this makes the old rule of thumb that staying outside the park would save money go out the window. There are 4 to pick from, All Star Movies, All Star Sports, All Star Music and Pop Century. Maximum Occupancy is 4 to a room however larger families can stay in the Family Suites at All Star Music where occupancy rises to 6. Value Resorts have food courts and are basically geared for families, however everyone is welcomed to stay here. Pools are themed but do not have slides.
All Star Movie – V
All Star Music – V +
All Star Sport – V
Pop Century – V
Moderate Resorts
There are 4 of these to pick from, Caribbean Beach, Coronado Resort, Port Orleans French Quarter and Port Orleans Riverside. Themed pools have slides. The Port Orleans Riverside has select rooms that offer a Trundle Bed for smaller children, permitting 5 people to a room. The others limit to 4 to a room.
Caribbean Beach Resort – M
Coronado Springs Resort – M
Port Orleans Riverside – M +
Port Orleans French Quarter – M (large family friendly accommodations)
Deluxe Resorts
7 lovely resorts to pick from: Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, Animal Kingdom Lodge, Yacht & Beach Club, Boardwalk Inn, Polynesian, Contemporary, Grand Floridian Resorts. These are located closer to the Parks, so less time traveling – some are within walking distance or have a Monorail stop in them! Rooms are larger, Pools are grander and more restaurants and amenities than the Value or Moderates offer. Most of these properties will house the Character Dining Experiences for instance. The biggest pool waterslide is at the Boardwalk. The Resorts on the Monorail loop are marked as well for those wanting that, most of these properties are walking distance to one of the major theme parks, however, and launch service is typically included using ferries. Most of these properties permit 5 guests to a room.
Wilderness Lodge – D
Animal Kingdom Lodge – D
Yacht & Beach Club – D +
Boardwalk Inn – D +
Polynesian – D + monorail
Contemporary – D + monorail
Grand Floridian – D + monorail
Villa Properties
6 properties to choose from, the newest being the Animal Kingdom Villas, Wilderness Lodge, Old Key West, Saratoga Springs, Beach Club & Boardwalk. Studios and 1 Bedroom Villas can accommodate 4 guests with 2 bedroom villas having a maximum occupancy of 8 guests. For guests wanting a Resort to stay in, these often have Tennis Courts, Health Clubs, Marina watercraft rental, themed pools with slides. Studios have kitchenettes, 1 and 2 bedroom villas have kitchens. Many are located very close to the theme parks.
Boardwalk Vilas – Villa +
Beach Club Villas – Villa +
Saratoga Springs – Villa +
Old Key West – Villa +
Disney’s Wilderness Lodge – Villa +
Animal Kingdom Villas – Villa +
Fort Wilderness still affords families the camping experience. The cabins can accommodate up to 6 guests and for families who don’t mind preparing meals while on vacation, there is a fully equipped. This is where the famous Hoop Dee Doo Musical Dinner Show is housed and Mickey’s Backyard BBQ, there is also nightly campfire singalong with Chip ‘n Dale along with Disney Movies, Wagon Rides, Canoeing, Shuffleboard and other fun camping activities! Accommodations can hold up to 6 guests.
Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground +
What type of tickets do we need? Okay, you know the resort you want, now to make this trip really work for you the tickets should be added on since they are discounted when bundled with the room and not when purchased on site.
Magic Your Way Base Ticket — Visit one Theme Park a day each day of your ticket. Added features for Park Hopper, Waterparks and More & No Expiration give your family the ability to package the perfect vacation for your needs, be sure to ask you’re your agent for help if you are unsure of the type of ticket days and options you should have.
Dining Plans Disney affords your family the option of adding your meals onto your package, saving 30% or more. Here is an outline of the plans:
- New for 2009 - Quick Service - 2 Counter Service Meals, 1 snack per person, per nights stay.
- Basic Dining, this plan adds 1 Counter Service, 1 Table Service and 1 snack per person, per nights stay.
- Disney Deluxe Dining, 3 meals per person each night’s stay at your choice of Table and Counter Service Restaurants, 2 meals each day. One Resort refillable drink mug per person.
- Premium Package – 3 meals per person per night and Category 1,2 or 3 seating for Dinner Shows Character Dining, Signature Experiences and Private In Room Dining. Also adding in Sports and Recreation, Cirque du Soleil admission, Children’s Activity Centers, Theme Park Tours.
- Platinum Package – Same as Premium and adding Personal Itinerary Assistance, One spa treatment per adult, Photopass CD, Fireworks Cruise, Private in room babysitting, Reserved seating at Fantasmic, Nightly turndown service, Additional tours from the Premium list.
Did you know?
....Disney's Magical Express service lets you enjoy ground transportation to and from Orlando International Airport and hassle free baggage delivery, so you head straight to the Resort and save time at baggage claim!
....Extra Magic Hours — Extra time in the Theme Parks for Disney Resort Guests lets you enjoy select attractions at a more leisurely pace. Valid theme park admission and Resort ID required.
....Guest Transportation — Zip around on complimentary and convenient transportation that runs continuously throughout the day. Buses, Monorail, Ferries are all included in your stay. If purchasing the Hopper, take the bus to the nearest Resort and then transfer to the next Theme Park to save time!
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