Tag: Grand Floridian

Citricos: A Touch of the Mediterranean at the Grand Floridian

Posted on by Andrew Rossi
The Grand Floridian alone features three Signature dining locations, quite a feat considering that there are only about a dozen of these Signature restaurants in all of Disney World. Known for requiring two credits when on the dining plan, Disney defines its Signature restaurants as "providing unparalleled cuisine served in elegant and relaxed surroundings." The restaurants at the Grand Floridian certainly live up to this billing and one such dining location is Citricos.
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Travel Photography at Walt Disney World

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Really, Scott? Isn’t the title redundant? We all take travel photos at Walt Disney World, don’t we? Well, yes and no. While photos taken at any Disney property can be considered travel photographs, do they tell a story? Do they give someone looking at the photo a sense of place? Travel photography should do both. … Continue reading "Travel Photography at Walt Disney World"
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A Quiet and Casual Lunch at the Grand Floridian Café

Posted on by Andrew Rossi
When it comes to fine dining the Grand Floridian Resort and Spa has some of the most exclusive restaurants in all of Disney World. First and foremost among these restaurants is Victoria and Albert’s. An eleven time recipient of the prestigious AAA Five Diamond Award, this restaurant offers innovative cooking with a menu that changes … Continue reading "A Quiet and Casual Lunch at the Grand Floridian Café"
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Grand Floridian Resort & Spa – Part Two

Posted on by Jack Spence
Thanks for checking back for Part Two of my review of the Grand Floridian Resort and Spa. Let’s get started. The Grand Floridian has two swimming pools. The Courtyard Pool is the larger of the two (at 300,000 gallons) and is the more relaxed and dignified of the two. It is flanked by the Main … Continue reading "Grand Floridian Resort & Spa – Part Two"
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Tips for celebrating National Princess Week at Walt Disney World

Posted on by AllEars
Julie Andrews and Anne Hathaway star in “The Princess Diaries” and “The Princess Diaries: Royal Engagement.” The first National Princess Week begins tomorrow, April 22, and its founders want to invite children “to celebrate the sparkle and wonder of every princess — real, aspiring or imagined.” Academy Award-winning actress, singer and best-selling children’s book author … Continue reading "Tips for celebrating National Princess Week at Walt Disney World"
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Disney Pic of the Week – Resorts at Night

Posted on by Lisa Berton
As I sit here trying to write something amusing about shooting resort exteriors at night, the only thing running through my mind is the theme music from Knight Rider. I haven’t even watched the smarter-than-the-average car show in a few decades. Let me steer my thoughts in a different direction. When you’re wiped out from … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Resorts at Night"
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A Grand Floridian Wish

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Grand Floridian Resort photographed from the Resort Monorail.Nikon D70/Tokina 11-16mm, 1/125s, f/11, ISO 200, EV +0.3, 11mm focal length. Like many, I have visited the Grand Floridian Resort many times. Have enjoyed a special dinner at Narcoossee’s and stopped in to see the beautiful Christmas decorations in the lobby. Oh, how I would love to … Continue reading "A Grand Floridian Wish"
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