Planning Picks This Month
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 extraordinary pools, it can be difficult to choose one. For some, a day spent poolside is the true meaning of relaxation. If that’s the case, you’ll want to consider somewhere…
Staying Club Level at Disney World (Lounges, Benefits, and Experience)
Are you feeling the urge to splurge on your next Walt Disney World vacation? How does waking up each morning at your leisure and stumbling down the hall to a lounge offering a variety of freshly prepared and continental breakfast items sound? Sure, the parks are waiting, but you’ll get there when you get there….
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Resorts are attractions, too!
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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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Upcoming and Seasonal
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…
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…
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…
Planning Resources
The following guides will help you plan each aspect of your vacation.
The Resorts Gal Guide to the Walt Disney World Resorts
When planning a Walt Disney World Vacation, you’ll face many decisions. One of the most important decisions is choosing a resort. We specialize in covering the resort hotels at Walt…
The Ultimate Disney World Dining Handbook (A Resorts Gal Reference Guide)
Let’s face it. Navigating the Walt Disney World dining landscape can be as daunting as any other part of the vacation planning process, if not more. Where will you eat?…
The Resorts Gal Guide to Walt Disney World Transportation
It’s not every day you visit Walt Disney World. If you did, you probably wouldn’t have landed on this guide. The truth is that learning how to get from one…
The Entire List of Every Character Meet and Greet at Walt Disney World
Do you want to meet characters at Walt Disney World? If so, you’ve come to the right place! We visit Walt Disney World regularly to bring you the latest updates…
The Resorts Gal Guide to Disney World Parks
Walt Disney World is home to four theme parks: Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Intro Walt Disney World is home to four theme parks and…
The Resorts Gal Guide to Disney’s Water Parks
You’ll find two incredible water parks at Walt Disney World: Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach. We’ve spent ample time at each of these parks and have coverage ranging from renting…
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