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President Obama and Mitt Romney to Address NALEO Conference at Disney

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
Serving as the site for the National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO) 29th Annual Conference, Disney's Contemporary Resort and Convention Center will be a hub of political activity through Saturday as President Barack Obama, presumptive Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney, U.S. Senator Marco Rubio and other special dignitaries are scheduled to address attendees. Possible traffic congestion and delays are anticipated during the President's visit on Friday, June 22. Guests and Cast Members should allow extra time for travel. Also, now through Saturday, June 23, the guest parking lot at the Contemporary Resort will only be available to Guests staying at the resort or with dining, spa or recreation reservations. On Thursday and Friday, June 21-22, the guest parking lots at Grand Floridian Resort and Spa and the Polynesian Resort will be available only to Guests staying at the resort or with dining, spa or recreation reservations.
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Walt Disney World Dining Bits and Bites

Posted on by AllEars
It is time for another Walt Disney World Dining Bits and Bites. Hopefully, now that we live in Florida, I’ll be able to do these more often. Last week Linda and I stayed two nights at the Contemporary Garden Wing (AP Rate which we got just 10 days prior) and spent both days in the … Continue reading "Walt Disney World Dining Bits and Bites"
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Contemporary Resort — Part Two

Posted on by Jack Spence
Yesterday I discussed the restaurants and shopping options at the Contemporary Resort. Today I’ll discuss some of the recreational activities, history, and room layout and amenities. No description of the Contemporary would be complete without mentioning the 90 foot high tile mural that towers from the fourth floor to the roof. This mosaic astonishes first … Continue reading "Contemporary Resort — Part Two"
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Contemporary Resort — Part One

Posted on by Jack Spence
Please note, this article is about the Contemporary “Hotel” only. I will not be discussing Bay Lake Tower or any of its facilities. As a kid in the 1950’s and ’60’s, I loved Tomorrowland over all the other lands. The ultra-modern architecture and futuristic rides fascinated me. I remember asking my dad, “Why don’t real … Continue reading "Contemporary Resort — Part One"
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Sammy Duvall’s Watersports Centre

Posted on by Jack Spence
Sammy Duvall’s Watersports Centre is located at the Contemporary Resort Marina. This is the spot at Walt Disney World where you can arrange to waterski, parasail, wakeboard, and a number of other activities. Recently, Deb Wills, Deb Koma, and I were invited to experience Sammy Duvall’s Watersports Centre first hand, as their guests. We arranged … Continue reading "Sammy Duvall’s Watersports Centre"
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Health and Wellness Suites at Contemporary Resort

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
Several weeks ago, when Walt Disney World announced the coming “Royal Guest Rooms” that will be introduced at the Port Orleans Riverside Resort next year, they also announced the conversion of 23 suites in the Contemporary Resort to special “Health and Wellness Suites.” Intrigued at the idea of such an upscale, trendy room type at … Continue reading "Health and Wellness Suites at Contemporary Resort"
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Bay Lake Tower Grand Villa

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
Copyright © 2010 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D300, 18-200mm VR, 1/1000s shutter, f3.2, ISO 800 Last May I took a tour of Bay Lake Tower, including a look at one of the Grand Villas, which is the subject of my Pic of the Week for resort rooms. Here you can see the living room and dining … Continue reading "Bay Lake Tower Grand Villa"
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New Storybook Rooms and Health and Wellness Suites Continue Growth Strategy at Walt Disney World Resort Hotels

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., April 26, 2011 – Over the course of the next year, new Walt Disney World Resort hotel rooms and suites will open that will allow guests to sleep like visiting Disney royalty or perhaps add a yoga session or two to their Disney vacation. It’s part of an overall lodging strategy … Continue reading "New Storybook Rooms and Health and Wellness Suites Continue Growth Strategy at Walt Disney World Resort Hotels"
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New Gingerbread Tree at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
I haven’t been to Walt Disney World during the holidays for two years, so the big Gingerbread Tree at the Contemporary Resort, located on the Grand Canyon Concourse Level adjacent to the monorail station, was new to me. Said to be inspired by the art of Disney Legend Mary Blair, the Gingerbread Tree is placed … Continue reading "New Gingerbread Tree at Disney’s Contemporary Resort"
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Magic Kingdom Skyway

Posted on by Jack Spence
After I published my blog about the demolition of the Tomorrowland Skyway Station, one of my readers wrote and asked me to write a blog about this defunct attraction. I don’t usually take requests for articles, but I felt that this was timely subject matter and decided to go for it. The first Disney Skyway … Continue reading "Magic Kingdom Skyway"
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