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NEWS: Disney World Announces CHANGE To Moderate Hotel Bookings for 2026

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If you’re thinking about planning a Disney World trip to escape from… ** gestures at everything ** now is a great time to do it!

Caribbean Beach Resort

A TON of new hotel discounts and deals just dropped, and we’ve got everything you need to know about them right here. Disney World has three types of hotels: Deluxe, Moderate, and Value, each with a different set of amenities and perks. If you’re someone who likes to stay at Disney’s Moderate hotels, we’ve got an important update you need to know about before you book!

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REVIEW: You Come for the Show at this Disney World Hotel Lounge, But the Apps Surprised Us!

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If you’ve ever been to Disney World you know that there are a TON of options when it comes to where you’ll dine at. And we mean OPTIONS! Whether you’re just looking for something quick and easy, some comfort food, or high-end and fabulous, you’ll find it all at Disney World.

Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside

We recently stopped by River Roost at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside to see what was cookin’, and now we’re bringing you our FULL review. Is it worth a stop on your next trip to Disney World? Let’s find out together!

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Why You Should Be Careful Staying at These Disney World Hotels in 2025

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Choosing a hotel for your Disney World trip can be a challenge!

Port Orleans French Quarter

There are quite literally dozens of them available, and there are hundreds and hundreds of rooms in each. With all those options, how do you know you’re making the right choice? Well, we’re here to warn you about a few hotels that you might want to avoid in 2025!

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REVIEW: You Can Probably Skip This Disney World Hotel Restaurant

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We spend a lot of time talking about places to eat in the Disney World parks, but it’s just as important to consider where you’ll dine at your Disney World hotel!

Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — Riverside

If you’re a foodie, you’ll want to choose a resort that meets your culinary needs, and that likely means you’ll have to spend a little more dough. But what happens if you’re ballin’ on a budget? Well, recently, I headed to one of the moderate resorts in Disney World to check out their quick service dining and report back with a full review!

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A Full List of FuelRod Locations in Disney World

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Picture it: You’re in Disney World, having the time of your life! You’re hitting all the rides you want using Disney Genie+ and by checking wait times on the My Disney Experience app. You’re eating everything on your Dining Bucket List with a little help from Mobile Order and all the Advance Dining Reservations you’ve made. Then suddenly it’s the perfect moment to snap that precious picture of your little one with the one and only MICKEY MOUSE! And THAT’S when it happens…

Hey, Mickey!

You’ve received the dreaded “Low Battery” message on your phone. We’ve all been there… and frankly, we’ve been there more often these days with all of the trip planning tools available on our phones, which also happen to be our cameras. You’ve got to recharge your phone, but what if you don’t have your own charger, or maybe you’ve forgotten your charging cord? Good news: There’s a fix to this problem right in the Disney World parks and Resorts… and it’s available at more locations than you might think! [Read more…]

REVIEW: This Hotel Restaurant Left Me Gobsmacked ? in Disney World

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If you’ve been to Disney World in the past, you’ve probably tried many of the restaurants in the parks and a few in Disney Springs, but sometimes, the HOTEL restaurants are where it’s at!

Port Orleans Resort — Riverside

Some of the best food in all of Disney World is located at the resorts, and we’ve got a long list of hidden gems that are often overlooked. During your next trip, you might want to venture outside of your typical dining comfort zone, and if you’re interested in trying something new, then you need to check out this dining review!

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REVIEW: We Tried 3 Entrees at This Disney World Hotel Restaurant, and 1 Was the Clear WINNER

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In order to find some of Disney World’s best meals, you’ll need to leave the parks.

Riverside Mill Food Court

Sure, we love the Cheeseburger Springs Rolls in Magic Kingdom, and Flame Tree Barbecue’s Pulled Pork Fries in Disney’s Animal Kingdom are iconic. But, Disney World’s hotels are full of some eats that you don’t want to miss! From Tonga Toast to Mickey Beignets, there are so many hidden gems outside of the parks. Over at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — Riverside, there’s a quick-service dining spot nestled along the water — Riverside Mill Food Court. I stopped by for lunch recently to see how it compares to some of our other favorite hotel spots — read on for the full review!

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I’m on a Mission to Stay in a Moderate Hotel With My Value Resort Budget in Disney World

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There are SO many options to choose from when deciding where to stay on property at Walt Disney World!

Coronado Spings

With the three tiers of hotels (value, moderate, and deluxe), you know that the higher the tier, the more amenities you’ll have at your resort, the “fancier” the hotel will be, AND the more EXPENSIVE too! We’re all about giving you ways to save a buck, so let’s go over some moderate hotels that you can get for those vale hotel prices!

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These Ride Closures Could Seriously Affect Your Disney World Vacation

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Disney has made some major reopening announcements recently!

Splash Mountain is being re-themed!

A couple of long-term closures will finally be ending soon in Magic Kingdom, but you’ll still want to watch out for 2 thrill rides that won’t be available in Disney World for a while. Check out everything that’s going to be closed in Disney World next week here! [Read more…]

An Animal Kingdom Thrill Ride and 7 Other Attractions That Are CLOSED in Disney World Next Week

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Big Thunder Mountain Railroad reopened in Magic Kingdom on January 14th, but several other attractions remain closed at the parks.

Kali River Rapids boat

Some shows, character meet-and-greets, restaurants, and more will be closed at Disney World, and you’ll want to know what’s going to be unavailable during your upcoming trip. Check out everything that’s going to be closed in Disney World next week here! [Read more…]

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