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We believe you can have an incredible time exploring the resorts at Walt Disney World without ever setting foot in a theme park!

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Resorts are attractions, too!

We believe that resorts are attractions, too! We’re constantly creating resources to help our readers plan a relaxing Disney World vacation.

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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….
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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…
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Disney World Hotel Reviews

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 like you’re looping a track that leads to nowhere. For example, you might read a few opinions on social media, online…
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EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival

Epcot’s International Flower and Garden Festival is held in the Spring. This festival is known for its outstanding topiary displays and outdoor kitchens. In our opinion, it’s the most wonderful time of year to visit Epcot. Below is a preview of everything you can expect at this year’s festival. We update this guide as new…
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Disney World’s Resort Hotel Refurbishment Schedule (2025-2026)

Disney World Resort Refurbishments 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…
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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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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…
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The 10 Best Pools at Disney World (Ranked + Honorable Mentions)

Some of the fondest Disney vacation memories are resort days spent at the pool. However, considering so many of the Walt Disney World Resorts have…
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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….
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Disney Resort Rapid Fill Mugs Guide

The Resorts Gal Guide to Disney World Resort Refillable Mugs

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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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.

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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…
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The Resorts Gal Guide to the Best Restaurants at Disney Springs in 2025

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…
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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…
Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park Guide

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…

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