Archive for March, 2012

Captain’s Grill

Posted in DISNEY DINING with tags , on March 12, 2012 by disneychronicles

…at the Yacht Club….

Stopped in for lunch and really enjoyed it!  The atmosphere is Great! It gives you the feel of a cruise ship dining room, with stripped blue and white washed wall paper and large oval boat hole windows and mirrors. (And you now I LOVE anything cruise ship related!)

and seriously…..do they not think of everything!!!!!

Check out this kids waiting area!

Although I do have to add it took 45 minutes to get our food.  I had reservations but we arrived a little early so I asked if it was possible to get seated early….NOPE…but we were seated about 5 minutes after our reservation time which is GREAT by “Disney” standards. They were turning quite a few people away saying that it would be about a 45 minute wait also. I was surprised by this because when we were seated about 60% of the restaurant was empty! No kidding! Staffing issues possibly?? They really did turn a lot of money away!

Anyway on to the food….

Had the Grilled Chicken Sandwich

(Prosciutto, Aged Vermont Cheddar, and Arugula Salad on a House-made Onion Roll with a choice of Vegetable Orzo Salad
or French Fries) price $12.99

It was fresh and good! Although I do have to add it took 45 minutes to get our food.  The one thing that was a negative for me was the coffee….really!!! why can’t Disney get the coffee right! It was very weak and almost looked like tea!

Overall It was a good meal, I was actually surprised by the good quality of the food. I would recommend it!

Four Points Sheraton-Cocoa Beach

Posted in DISNEY CRUISE LINE, FLORIDA ADVENTURES, FLORIDA BEACHES with tags , on March 9, 2012 by disneychronicles

So I had a chance to stay at the Four Points Sheraton in Cocoa Beach.  This is a “FUN” hotel for sure! The theme is awesome! It is a plethora of surfboards, surf shops & memorabilia. While it is not beachfront it is very close to the beach literally you walk towards the back of the hotel and your there. This is also great for  a Pre or Post cruise hotel or a break from the parks and a day at the beach.

This hotel is in the heart of the action in Cocoa Beach.  Directly across the side road is Ron Jon’s Surf Shop. This isn’t your typical hotel from the outside.  Positioned close to the street, the front is decorated with large fountains and ponds, several large surfboards, lots of plants and sport themed photos. The bright colors make it stand out and you just think FUN!

The entrance is around the back where you’ll also find a multi-story parking garage that serves the retail businesses and the hotel. Also for those needing to know YES there is a Starbucks inside. The exterior was well maintained and clean, although the pool area could use a refresh. It is outside by the garage and very small. You could easily miss it if you weren’t looking for it. Overall it was a fun stay and I would recommend it!

Check out all my pics!….

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Aerial view of Disney’s Art of Animation Resort

Posted in DISNEY RESORT REVIEWS with tags on March 8, 2012 by disneychronicles

Can’t wait to see it! It’s really coming along!

Click to view video…

Aerial view of Disney’s Art of Animation Resort construction – March 6, 2012 – YouTube.

 

Grand Opening of Cars Land at Disney California Adventure

Posted in DISNEY ATTRACTIONS, DISNEYLAND-CALIFORNIA with tags , on March 8, 2012 by disneychronicles

The Happiest place on Earth will get even happier on June 15, 2012!

Yes! It is the Grand Opening of Cars Land at Disney California Adventure.  The new additions will complete the five year expansion of Disneyland Resort. Cars Land will expand the park by 12 acres.

You will feel like you stepped into Radiator Springs, there will be cars themed shopping and dining which includes Flo’s V8 cafe, Ramone’s House of Body Art and Radiator Springs Curios.

One of the largest and most elaborate attractions ever created for a Disney park is Radiator Springs Racers.  It is a twisting, turning high speed adventure through Ornament Valley and the town of Radiator Springs.  Luigi’s flying tires invites you to glide on air aboard special tires.  At Mater’s Junkyard Jamboree you will whip around behind a baby tractor and enjoy tunes from a giant jukebox built from Mater’s most prized possessions.

Sounds “Great” to me and I know my boys would love it!!