Tag: Port Orleans Riverside
Back in July, 2010, I wrote an extensive article about Port Orleans French Quarter. Although a few items may have been tweaked over the last three years, nothing of significance has changed with the basic resort. However, the rooms were recently redecorated so I spent the night here a few weeks ago to find out what has changed.
Port Orleans Resort Annual Mardi Gras Parade
Posted onThe annual Mardi Gras Parade at the Port Orleans Resort features floats designed by the Cast Members. Each team, housekeeping, front desk, etc, decorates a float for the parade. It's held annual on Fat Tuesday! This year's theme was 75 Years of Disney Animated Films. Check out our photos and video.
Enjoy a Taste of Southern Comfort Food at Boatwright’s Dining Hall
Posted onWhen it comes to dining at Disney World, the resort restaurants tend to fly a little more under the radar than those at the parks. Certainly there are quite a few of these restaurants that receive much notoriety, such as Ohana, California Grill, or Yachtsman Steakhouse, but there are also hidden gems to be found. … Continue reading "Enjoy a Taste of Southern Comfort Food at Boatwright’s Dining Hall"
Port Orleans Riverside – Room Refurbishments
Posted onOver the last several months, all of the rooms at Port Orleans Riverside have been refurbished and slightly redecorated. Check out the extensive photo blog complete with the various room videos
Never a dull moment for kids at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort
Posted onDisney’s Port Orleans Resort might feature a design of stately mansions and refined landscaping, yet it offers plenty of fun amenities and activities for kids. My family and I happily discovered this when we stayed at Riverside in one of the new Royal Guest Rooms. These Disney story rooms are designed to appeal to those … Continue reading "Never a dull moment for kids at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort"
Disney World’s Royal Guest Rooms designed for princesses
Posted onWatching your own private fireworks show on demand is definitely a highlight. Stepping into one of the new Royal Guest Rooms at Walt Disney World really does feel like you are entering the private chambers of a princess. The room is decorated in rich colors, gilded accents, ornate furniture and layers of fabric. My daughter … Continue reading "Disney World’s Royal Guest Rooms designed for princesses"
Royal Guest Rooms Open today at Port Orleans Riverside
Posted onDisney Parks Blog has announced that the Royal Guest rooms officially opened today at Walt Disney World. 512 rooms are being transformed with all renovations expected to be completed by the end of June, 2012. The rooms will have will have immersive decor and include stars from films such as Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast … Continue reading "Royal Guest Rooms Open today at Port Orleans Riverside"
Port Orleans — Riverside
Posted onI recently spent three nights at Walt Disney World – each night in a different resort. I experienced a value (Pop Century), moderate (Port Orleans Riverside), and deluxe (Wilderness Lodge Villas) resort. I did this so I could update some of the pictures on Allears.net and to gain information in order to write reviews. But … Continue reading "Port Orleans — Riverside"
Where in the World #117
Posted onThis was Challenge #116: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2007 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 18-200VR, 1/40s shutter, f/5, ISO 800 Donald’s nephews are having a good ole time over at Fulton’s General Store at Port Orleans Riverside. That’s Louie climbing the rope. Huey is cheering him on while Dewey holds the rope steady. Do … Continue reading "Where in the World #117"
My Bonus Trip to WDW – Part 5
Posted onYou can blame commando Lee for the fact that there was no blog entry yesterday. Since it was his only day to play in the parks he made the most of it – we got a short afternoon break back in the room, but that was it. We started our day with a three mile … Continue reading "My Bonus Trip to WDW – Part 5"
