The Disney Traveler

Earilier this year, I posed the question on The Disney Traveler, “What ever happened to the Treehouses at Walt Disney World?”  I gave a rundown of what’s happening to them today in that post (follow the previous link to read it).
Now there is news of brand new Disney Vacation Club Treehouse Villas coming to Walt Disney World’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa in 2009.   As part of the Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa, Disney Vacation Club guests of the new Treehouse Villas will be able to use all of the amenities the resort has to offer in addition to a private Treehouse Villa pool.

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I snapped some pictures of the new Disney Vacation Club Tower being built at the Contemporary Resort in Walt Disney World.  This tower is a monster.  I’m sure the interior will be gorgeous. 
 

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In a bold move, Disney has banned children under 10 from its fanciest restaurant, Victoria & Albert’s at the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa.  Starting this week, kids are not welcome at the super posh restaurant.
“We want to be the restaurant that’s available for that adult experience,” said general manager Israel Perez.  What would Walt think?

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On Memorial Day, my family wanted to go to Walt Disney World for the day, but we knew the parks would be very crowded.  Instead, we decided to eat an early dinner at Beaches & Cream at the Beach Club Resort.  Afterwards, we walked around the lake to the Boardwalk Inn where we rented a surrey bike.  The cost was only $19.00 for a half-hour, 4-person surrey bike rental.  My husband and I sat in back to operate the steering wheel and pedals, and the triplets sat in front where they could see all the sights.  We had a great …read more

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Did you know Walt Disney World has a number of traditional playgrounds located throughout their resorts.  Each playground is free for guests to use, and they can provide a great break from the hustle and bustle of the theme parks.  Whether your family is spending time on the playground at the resort where you’re staying or you stop by a different resort to rest, grab a snack and enjoy the uniquely themed decor and ambiance, there will be a playground available for your kids to expend more of their endless energy.

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1.  The Beach Club: Stormalong Bay is by far the best pool for children at any Walt Disney World resort.  It covers three acres and includes currents, bridges and a kiddie pool.  The most unique features of this pool are its sand-bottom areas that simulate a beach and are a pure delight for children.  The focal point of Stormalong Bay is a giant beached pirate ship where the pool’s main slide is hidden.  Disney Cast members lead guests in volleyball games and other fun activities for children, and a spa is nestled among the decorative rocks of the “beach” for …read more

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