Tag: resorts
Once again I visited the Art of Animation Resort, this time for the grand opening of the final phase of this Disney property, The Little Mermaid section. I toured the grounds and stayed in a standard room during my visit. Let’s start with the room. To begin with, the Little Mermaid section of the Art … Continue reading "Art of Animation — Little Mermaid Section"
BoardWalk Promenade – Part 2 of 2
Posted onYesterday I discussed Sea Breeze Point to Seashore Sweets along the BoardWalk. Today I will continue my journey along this promenade of yesterday and today. I am often asked to name my favorite Walt Disney World restaurant. I usually respond with, “What category of restaurant? Counter service?” Of course I know full well people are … Continue reading "BoardWalk Promenade – Part 2 of 2"
BoardWalk Promenade – Part 1 of 2
Posted onA closer look at the promenade surrounding the BoardWalk Inn and Villas, including its restaurants, and other entertainments.
Where in the World #246
Posted onTo all who come to this photo trivia game, Welcome! Along the way, the photos can make us relive memories and see details Walt’s Imagineers put into everything we love in Walt Disney World! Hello, Players! Guess who’s back! Me, that’s who! Did you miss me?! I was in the hospital, but I’m home and … Continue reading "Where in the World #246"
BoardWalk Inn & Villas – Part 3 of 3
Posted onWelcome back. In Part One of this article I discussed the lobby of the BoardWalk Inn & Villas. In Part Two I talked about the Belle Vue Lounge, the Innkeepers Lounge, a Standard Guest Room and a Garden Suite. Today I will finish my description of this deluxe resort. Now it’s time to move over … Continue reading "BoardWalk Inn & Villas – Part 3 of 3"
BoardWalk Inn & Villas – Part 2 of 3
Posted onWelcome back. Yesterday I discussed the lobby of the BoardWalk Inn & Villas. Today I’ll continue my description of this deluxe resort. One of the most charming spots at the BoardWalk Inn & Villas is the Belle Vue Lounge. Tucked away in a corner of the resort, this “1930’s parlor” is the perfect spot to … Continue reading "BoardWalk Inn & Villas – Part 2 of 3"
BoardWalk Inn & Villas – Part 1 of 3
Posted onThe concept for a boardwalk was born in Atlantic City, New Jersey in 1870. This resort town had already established itself as a vacation mecca. Beautiful hotels, elegant restaurants, and the Atlantic Ocean beckoned the well-to-do and the middle class to spend a few days or a few weeks in luxury during the summer months. … Continue reading "BoardWalk Inn & Villas – Part 1 of 3"
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
Wilderness Lodge in HDR
Posted onI never seem to be at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort in the morning when the Sun direction would light up the side of the lodge which faces Bay Lake. In the late afternoon, the Sun direction makes it hard to photograph. The range of light is too large. Our eyes can handle it but our … Continue reading "Wilderness Lodge in HDR"
Cape May Buffet Plate
Posted onA plate of Snow Crab Legs and Steamed Clams from the Cape May Buffet.Nikon D700/28-300VR, 1/60s, f/8, ISO 2000, EV 0, 44mm focal length. The Cape May Buffet in the Beach Club Resort features seafood, meats, salads, New England Clam Chowder, kid’s favorites and fabulous desserts. It is all you can eat and what you … Continue reading "Cape May Buffet Plate"
