Hello Everyone~ I have just returned from an amazing adventure at Walt Disney World, and as a special guest aboard the brand new Disney Fantasy! My trip began with my stay at Disney's Coronado Springs. A bit of a departure for me (I'm a five star kinda girl!), as it is one of Disney's "moderate" resorts. But I wanted to give it a try, as they completed a big renovation last year. The new look is very nice, and I was gifted a room in their all new "concierge wing"! Not only did this place me as close to the lobby and restaurants as you get! But I had access to the new concierge lounge, a new service being offered for the first time at the moderate resorts! The lounge was beautiful. But what really made it special... the people that worked there! I started and ended my days there- and loved it!
While exploring the parks this year- my mission- dining experiences! My very first day at Disney's Animal Kingdom, I had dinner at "Yak & Yeti". Loved the location and the atmosphere, and the food was right up my ally! A cross over Asian- Mongolian type of tastes, and really good! Next day at the Magic Kingdom, breakfast in the castle with Cinderella! Now this I had done before- but so glad to try it again! They have now gone to a short menu, with your choice for breakfast! It was excellent and the Princesses- gorgeous as always! Later that day- the "Hoop-Dee-Doo Revue", a personal favorite that I swear gets better each time! The ribs are outstanding, and I am weak for that cornbread! Then - well- don't get me started on the strawberry shortcake! Next day at Epcot, a newer restaurant I was eager to try- Via Napoli! Wow- I mean the authenticity, the food, the service- just incredible! The cast members are all of course from Italy, particularly the Naples area, and what a treat! The food was simply outstanding! That was really worth the slightly extra cost for that day! My next adventure in food took me to another new one for me at Disney's Hollywood Studios- the Sci-Fi Drive-In. Absolutely a treat! From the 'cheesy' old science fiction movies running, to the tables- inside the 50's convertibles facing the screen! I loved it, and the food was very tasty! On my last dining adventure I went to the Kadani Village, the new condos at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge. Downstairs facing the 'savannah' is the restaurant... Sanaa. I had a table by the window, just in time to see the dinnertime for the animals! I enjoyed the atmosphere, the animals, and the food immensely! I would do it again!
Our conference began the next day, lots of excitement and learning! Then on Friday we left Walt Disney World for Port Canaveral and the Disney Fantasy! I was privileged to also be on board last year for the 'inaugural' for her sister the Disney Dream! These are magnificent ships, and Disney is (and should be) very proud! We had a very special sailing that enabled us to enjoy days at sea, as well as, the ever popular Disney's Castaway Cay. Their private island in the Bahamas. The dining is fabulous, and I especially loved what has happened in The Animator's Palette! Very special, the interaction is amazing, and the service of course always top shelf! But the gorgeous and spectacular Remy and Palo... not to be missed! Both are very private, smaller, more intimate dining experiences- for the adults! They are both simply perfection, with service above and beyond!
My time in Florida was 'magical', and I was reminded of the volume of space and distance while walking, and walking at the four theme parks that make up Walt Disney World! But even more so; I felt re-affirmed, knowing this is why I am an "Authorized Disney Vacation Planner". Whether you have been there before- or even more so if never- you need to be planning this trip with an expert! Disney is forever changing and re-inventing itself. Let an expert, and one who has been at Walt Disney World every year for many years, make your trip special. At DreamCatcher I have always said; ..."where perfect planning creates the vacation of your dreams!" So appropriate and descriptive of planning a Walt Disney World Vacation.
Wow! Sounds very exciting. Glad you enjoyed and shared your experience. Neal
ReplyDeleteThat is great Teri, Thank you for sharing, The Fantasy looks amazing, Love the decor of the Rooms. Also I am thinking of
ReplyDeleteputting some Clients at Coronado Springs so Thanks for the update on the Renovations!
Really enjoyed your Blog and Pictures!
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Big Hugs and Love,
Leslie
Thanks for the updates! One of my "must-do's" is the Sci-Fi Drive-In, each time it's on my list of faves. I knew Disney would hit a home run with the Dream and Fantasy, we all know they do everything the right way. Hugs,
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