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The Uzima Springs Pool vs the Samawati Springs Pool at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
If you’re planning a vacation at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, you’ll want to know that the resort is comprised of two separate areas. The first is Jambo House, which is home to the main lodge. Then, there’s Kidani Village, a Disney Vacation Club, that’s approximately a 10-minute walk from Jambo House. Both resort areas are…
Disney’s Pop Century Resort vs Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort
Value resorts are great options for anyone who’s visiting Walt Disney World on a budget. But with five choices, your final decision might be difficult to discern. Therefore, I wanted to put together a comparison post of Disney’s Pop Century and All-Star Movies Resorts. Both resorts have pros and cons. Some of those might sway…
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From Budget to Premium: Ranking Every Resort at Walt Disney World
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the countless resort options at Walt Disney World, it’s understandable. With so many resorts, it’s only natural to wonder which is best for your family. You may be wrestling with the decision to stay at one of the “cheaper” hotels, splurge on an expensive one, or split the difference and…
Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away Nighttime Parade
Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away is Magic Kingdom’s new nighttime parade that debuts on July 20, 2025. The parade is expected to feature eight floats with a mixture of new and classic characters, along with on-the-ground performers. Preview everything we know ahead of its debut below. Performance Times: TBD Disney Starlight: Dream the Night…
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Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party Guide (2025 Edition)
Close your eyes and imagine you’re in the Magic Kingdom and it’s dark outside. Suddenly, you open your eyes and see Mickey-shaped pumpkins flickering on the light pole above you. The background music suddenly changes as you hear the familiar beat. Boo. To. You. Happy Halloween! It’s time to find a spot for the parade….
A Parent’s Guide to Cool Kid Summer at Walt Disney World in 2025
If you’re taking the kids to Walt Disney World this summer, you’re going to want to be aware of a special, limited-time promotion, Cool Kid Summer. This special celebration will run between May 27th and September 1st and offer fun activities geared toward children at each theme park. Many of these offerings will allow kids…
Disney World Hotel Reviews
We’ve compiled our Disney World hotel reviews based on firsthand experiences at every resort, from value to deluxe. We know that choosing a hotel for your Disney World vacation is one of the most difficult decisions. The options seem endless, and with so many “reviews” out there, a little research might soon make you feel…
EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival
The Epcot International Food and Wine Festival is one of the most popular and longest festivals at Walt Disney World. Its focus is on celebrating culinary arts across six continents. Most of the eleven countries in the World Showcase offer a festival booth where guests can purchase small plates to sample some of their most…
Disney World’s Resort Hotel Refurbishment Schedule (2025-2026)
At any given time, multiple resorts, hotels, and villas at Walt Disney World are undergoing refurbishment. Refurbishments can range from major construction to minor items like a brief pool closure. Below, we’ve listed scheduled resort refurbishments for the resorts. intro Those planning an upcoming stay will likely want to consider the refurbishments listed below. For…
The Complete List of 2025 Walt Disney World Hotel Discounts
Throughout the year, Disney releases hotel discounts and special offers for travel to Walt Disney World. These discounts fall into somewhat predictable categories. We see special offers released to the general public, including room-only discounts, combined ticket and room package discounts, and occasionally free dining plans. In addition to those special offers, we also see…
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Hidden Gems at the Disney Skyliner Resorts: Dining, Shopping, and More
When the Disney Skyliner was added, connections were made. Suddenly, guests could visit the resorts on the Skyliner for dining, shopping, and casual resort hopping….
A Parent’s Guide to the Best Resorts for Kids at Disney World
Don’t get me wrong. Every resort at Walt Disney World is kid-friendly. However, I’ve been asked this question many times over the last few years:…
Are Extended Evening Hours Worth it at Disney’s Animal Kingdom This Summer?
It’s going to be one hot summer at Disney World, and we know that many of you have dreamed of spending long days at the…
Disney World Resort Refillable Mug Guide (Every Location)
The expenses pile up quickly when purchasing soda, water, coffee, and tea at Walt Disney World. Think about it. You purchase a cup of coffee for breakfast at the resort. Then, you buy a bottle of water to take to the parks. For lunch, you order a fountain drink with your meal. When you return…
Our Transportation Pocket Guides for Every Disney World Resort Hotel
Are you planning a Walt Disney World vacation and concerned about how you’re going to figure out transportation options to and from your resort? We have you covered! We’ve created a transportation pocket guide for every resort at Walt Disney World. Below, you can select the resort of your choice to receive a copy. How…
Disney Bus Travel Times (Average Times for Each Route Based on Your Hotel)
Disney’s bus service is a blessing, but sometimes it can feel like a curse. At the very least, it might make you feel like cursing when you’re tired or anxious to get somewhere, and it seems to be taking forever. Think about it. You’ve walked 20,000 steps in the park all day, and even though…
The Benefits of Staying at a Disney World Resort
Staying at a Walt Disney World Resort Hotel has its perks. Some apparent reasons make it sound appealing upfront, like complimentary transportation and early access to dining reservations. But there are…
12 Best Off-Site Hotels Near Disney that Will Wow You! (For Every Budget)
Below, we discuss what we consider to be among the best off-site hotels near Disney World. Resort’s Gal recommends each option based on our experience staying at the resort and our many years of travel to the Walt Disney World Resort. When you plan a Walt Disney World vacation, one of the top things on…
Extended Evening Theme Park Hours at Disney World
Extended Evening Hours Extended evening hours is a benefit for guests of deluxe and deluxe villa resorts. Below, we’ll discuss everything you need to know about this exclusive offering, including…
The Resorts Gal Guide to Tackling Transportation at Disney World’s Resort Hotels
Transportation options are an important consideration when choosing a Disney World Resort Hotel. For instance, if you stay at a resort like Disney’s Grand Floridian, you can walk, take the monorail, hop on a boat, or use buses, depending on where you’re going. However, if you stay at one of Disney’s All-Star Resorts, Disney’s complimentary…
Our Character Coverage
We love to meet characters! See our individual park guides below!
Magic Kingdom Characters Guide
Magic Kingdom is an excellent place to meet characters during your Walt Disney World vacation. However, as you may know, the park is expected to undergo many changes over the…
EPCOT Characters Guide
Epcot is a wonderful park for meeting characters during your Disney World vacation. From searching the World Showcase for characters representing select countries to meeting Mickey and Friends in World…
Disney’s Hollywood Studios Characters Guide
Disney’s Hollywood Studios is one of the best places to meet characters during your Walt Disney World vacation. However, as you may know, the park will undergo many changes over…
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Characters Guide
Disney’s Animal Kingdom is an excellent place to meet characters during your Walt Disney World vacation. However, as you may know, the park will undergo many changes over the next…
How to Use the My Disney Experience App to Locate Character Meet-and-Greets
Meeting characters is an important part of a Disney World vacation. We have stood in many lines to meet characters and interacted with others around…
Featured Dining Guides
Browse all our dining reviews below in our index or check out our other featured dining guides.
Resorts Gal’s Disney World Restaurant Review Index
Decisions, decisions! You’ll have plenty of decisions when planning a Walt Disney World vacation. One of those decisions is dining. Where will you eat? For a seven-day trip, that’s 21…
The Best Restaurants At Disney Springs (Ranked)
When it comes to the best restaurants at Disney Springs, the decision gets complicated. Did you know that Disney Springs has over sixty (60) dining options? With so many options, how can anyone narrow it down to just a choice or two over the course of their vacation? Some of the Walt Disney World Resort’s…
Our Water Park Guides
Walt Disney World is home to two water parks.
The Resorts Gal Guide to Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park
When we’re not hanging out at the Walt Disney World Resorts, you can usually find us at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon. It’s one of our favorite hangouts, even if we only…
The Resorts Gal Guide to Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park
It’s no secret that Disney’s water parks are among our favorite places to hang out at Walt Disney World besides the resorts. Many of our summer afternoons are spent at…