What Lessons Does Disney Teach Our Children?
There is rarely a nuclear family in Disney films. Mowgli is parentless, and so are Peter Pan, Cinderella, Tarzan, Snow White and many more. Then there are characters like Simba, Ariel, Bambi and Pocahontas that are missing one parent. Sarah Tennant wrote an excellent piece for Suite 101 discussing this pattern: Read the rest of this entry »
Weddings at Walt Disney World Resort
Walt Disney World Resort in Florida is not only a premier vacation destination, but also a great venue for many social events. The resort offers accommodation and venue-related services for occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries, and family celebrations. Weddings and receptions can also be celebrated at various areas around the resort, with many couples choosing to tie the knot with Disney World’s iconic attractions in the background. Read the rest of this entry »
Exploring ESPN’s Wide World of Sports
The Walt Disney World Resort offers so many attractions and activities that you probably won’t be able to experience all these offerings in just one vacation. If you’ve tried out the four theme parks during one or two Disney World vacations, you might be interested in some other equally enjoyable attractions at the resort. One such attraction is the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. Read the rest of this entry »
Enjoying the ‘Keys to the Kingdom’ Tour at Magic Kingdom
You definitely won’t run out of activities and attractions to explore at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. Spending time at the resort’s theme parks is enough to make your vacation memorable, but there are some activities that can make your Disney World vacation more enjoyable. Many former guests at Disney World Resort, for instance, recommend taking the special tours the resort offers. Read the rest of this entry »
Disney World Resort’s Overlooked Attractions
When you visit Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, it’s easy to get overwhelmed and spend most of your time going for the popular thrill rides and attractions. These well-loved attractions are definitely worth standing in line for, but you also shouldn’t miss out on the less popular attractions around the resort’s theme parks.
Disney World’s Magic Kingdom, for instance, is home to a lot of fun activities that you wouldn’t have to line up for to enjoy. Consider taking the time to seek these little gems and your Disney World vacation might just be a little more memorable. Read the rest of this entry »
Meetings and Conferences at Walt Disney World Resort
Walt Disney World Resort in Florida isn’t just a great vacation destination for families and friends. The resort is also a hub of hotels that are ideal venues for conferences, meetings, and other corporate events. Corporations and companies can take advantage of Disney World hotels’ world-class facilities, including guest rooms and space for exhibits, meetings, and conventions.
Aside from hotel facilities, there are some unique benefits for companies considering the resort as a corporate venue. Disney World offers various programs especially designed to assist companies with event organization and marketing. Here are some of the Disney programs and solutions available for meetings, conferences, and group activities. Read the rest of this entry »
The Germany Pavilion at World Showcase, Epcot
World Showcase at the Epcot theme park is one of the most interesting attractions at Walt Disney World Resort, Florida. When you visit World Showcase, you’ll get to experience a taste of different cultures from regions all over the world. Each pavilion is designed to reflect the unique architecture and culture of the country it represents, complete with shops and restaurants that guests can explore.
One great pavilion you can visit at World Showcase is the Germany Pavilion. The Germany Pavilion was first opened to the public in October 1982. Originally, the pavilion was designed to feature a boat ride attraction going down famous rivers in Germany, such as the Rhine, the Ruhr, and the Tauber, while showing German landmarks such as the Cologne Cathedral. Unfortunately, these plans were never completed due to lack of funding. Read the rest of this entry »
Golfing at Walt Disney World Resort, Florida
Walt Disney World Resort in Florida offers a lot of activities for guests of all ages. Kids and adults alike can definitely enjoy the fun offered by the resort’s theme parks and water parks. There are also a lot of attractions outside these parks, such as Downtown Disney, the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, and Cirque du Soleil’s La Nouba.
If you want a Disney World vacation of rest and relaxation, you’ll also find a lot of enjoyable activities at the resort. Disney World is home to world-class spas and health clubs, so you can get the pampering you need right on resort premises. You can also play a few rounds of golf on the various courses located on-site. Here are some of the Disney World golf courses that you can visit. Read the rest of this entry »
Enjoying the Attractions at Disney World’s Typhoon Lagoon
If you want to visit Disney World but aren’t exactly excited by the thought of getting sweaty just walking around the theme parks, then maybe you should visit the resort’s water parks instead. Disney World is home to two water parks, Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon, both of which are filled with attractions that kids and adults will definitely enjoy.
Blizzard Beach features a lot of thrilling slides and attractions, but if you want to enjoy snorkeling and surfing along with swimming, then you’ll want to visit Typhoon Lagoon. Typhoon Lagoon features the largest outdoor wave pool in the world, as well as two saltwater reefs that stingrays, bonnethead shark, and leopard shark call home. Read the rest of this entry »
Blizzard Beach’s Fun-Filled Slopes and Water Attractions
There’s definitely a lot of fun to be had outside the theme parks at Walt Disney World Resort, Florida. Aside from areas such as Downtown Disney and Disney’s Fort Wilderness, Disney World also offers two world-class water parks: Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon. The water parks are two of the most visited water parks in the world, drawing millions of guests each year.
Both water parks cover expansive areas at Disney World, so the water parks are usually divided into areas for easier navigation. Blizzard Beach, for instance, is divided into three slopes that can be identified through their locations in the water park. The slopes feature attractions that are unique for each slope. Read the rest of this entry »
