Archive for December, 2011

Celebrate A Dream Come True Parade

Posted in DISNEY'S MAGIC KINGDOM with tags , , on December 5, 2011 by disneychronicles

 

 

Mickey Mouse and Minnie lead off on a festive float with decorations of oversize fireworks and noisemakers. Dozens of performers in bright costumes wave flags and streamers and kick up their heels along the route; the parade stops at three locations for high-energy dance numbers. (All the female performers had their hair cut in the same very short styles…interesting, yes I notice these things) LOL

Six other floats follow with Pinocchio, Snow White, Cinderella, Belle, Beast, Ariel, Prince Ali, Mary Poppins, Alice (of Wonderland), and others. The villains float scares up laughs with Cruella de Vil, Maleficent, The Wicked Queen, and Jafar. The Holiday finale  features Beauty and the Beast.

Parade Tip….

Parade viewing in the Frontierland area is not as busy as on Main Street U.S.A. or in front of Cinderella Castle. If the parade begins in Frontierland, sit near the beginning, so you can be the first to leave. You can get there early and get great seats, but since you are leaving first, you will be sure to find a shorter wait at an attraction or food and beverage location since everyone else will still be watching the parade. Make sure you are seated on the side of the street you want to be on once the parade is over.

Disney’s Old Key West

Posted in DISNEY RESORT REVIEWS with tags , on December 3, 2011 by disneychronicles

 

 

Disney’s Old Key West Resort is located near Epcot theme park, Disney’s Board Walk Area and the Downtown Disney Area. This is a peaceful resort in the middle of hectic Walt Disney World. The tropical “old Florida” feel really puts you at ease.  Set among the Lake Buena Vista golf course this resort has a laid back feel with lakes, fountains, beautiful landscaping and is a great place to relax after a hectic day at the parks.

The pool is terrific, it has a water slide in the shape of a Sand castle and is fun for the whole family.  It has 4 heated pools, a ping-pong table, foosball table and tennis courts.  They also offer free DVD and game rentals,  the game center has places to sign up for kids and teenagers to do arts, crafts and daytime activities.  In terms of Dining there are 2 snack stops and  Olivia’s Café, a casual restaurant serving up Florida seafood and American cuisine with a Caribbean twist.  I have eaten here twice and have found the food to be rather bland.

 

The Resort’s Guest rooms include studio, one-bedroom, 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom Villas.  Keep in mind the larger villas are further from the main buildings.  Overall it is a great resort and I would highly recommend it!

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