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Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter has been getting a bit of a refresh recently, and these changes have been a long time coming.
Port Orleans French Quarter
The room refurbishments currently going on at this hotel have been happening since May, and we’ve slowly seen the new rooms open back up to guests (you can check out a full room tour here!). But, just when we thought this project was close to being completed, Disney goes and delays the completion.
Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter has been getting some updates recently, and we are excited to take you along to see some of the changes!
Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter
This New Orleans inspired resort is full of Mardi Gras spirit year-round, and we are taking you all along with us as we stay in a newly renovated room!
Disney Parks released a full ride-through video of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Magic Kingdom this morning, and we may be freaking out a bit over here! We have already dived into the FULL list of songs that you can hear on the ride, and we have already noticed that something is missing from this ride.
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Magic Kingdom
This attraction is officially opening in Magic Kingdom on June 28th, 2024, but you can get a full look at the ride before its grand opening. We want to take a close look at some details you can spot in the finale scene of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, so let’s check them out!
We have been keeping up with all the Tiana’s Bayou Adventure construction and announcements.
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure
We go to Disney World every day, and it’s pretty hard to miss this new ride. So when we notice some changes, we’re ready to tell you about them! We know that the ride in Magic Kingdom will be opening sometime this summer (the Disneyland version will open “later in 2024”), but we don’t know exactly what day. Every time we see more details added, more scaffolding down, or the ride being tested, we know that it can’t be too far away. Now, we have a few new updates that we’ve noticed in the past few days!
We’re in the midst of one of Disney World’s busiest weeks of the year!
Cinderella Castle
This particular week in February is both Mardi Gras and Presidents Day Weekend, which means that hoards of people have time off from school and work. We’ve been fighting some crowds in the parks for the past few days, but it’s likely to ramp up even more as we head into the weekend. And if you’re trying to head to the parks today, there might be an issue!
Laissez les bon temps rouler! There’s one place in Disney World where it’s Mardi Gras all year long, but on the actual day of Mardi Gras, they celebrate in a BIG way.
Let the good times roll!
We headed over to Disney’s Port Orleans Resort recently to check out their Mardi Gras celebration, including a rare PARADE! Come with us to check it out! [Read more…]
If you want to visit Disney World during a less busy time of year, we’ve got something you might want to hear.
Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom
First, there really isn’t an “off” season in Disney World anymore, especially in 2024. Then, the Disney Dining Plan is returning, and Disney is already offering a FREE dining plan deal to those booking a trip during the year. Then there’s the return of all-day park hopping, which might entice some folks back to the parks who haven’t been in a while. A lot of people have also been waiting for Park Pass reservations to go away, and that’s happening for most visitors this year, too. But February, in general, could be a month you’ll want to avoid.
If you’re like us and have been loving the Mardi Gras snacks in Disney World, the celebration isn’t winding down just yet.
Disney Springs
A new Mardi Gras snack and drink popped up in Disney Springs. They’re from Everglazed Donuts and Cold Brew, so we have a feeling they’re worth trying. Everglazed is home to delicious specialty donuts as well as some pretty awesome coffee if you’re craving caffeine. Are you ready to check out some new snacks? Let’s go!
It’s time to celebrate Mardi Gras!
Let’s Celebrate!
At Disney World, THE place to be for these celebrations is Port Orleans Resort! Guests can take part in themed activities at the resorts (like checking out a super unique parade), listen to exciting jazz music, and even enjoy tasty treats. If you don’t know that these celebrations are going on, you might have totally missed them — they’re a bit of a secret! But now that you’re “in the know,” join us as we check out 2 of the treats available there and see if either is worth your cash.
There are all kinds of events that take place at Disney World. You might be familiar with their Christmas celebrations and Halloween festivities, but there are OTHER special events that take place that you may have NEVER heard of.
Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter
Did you know that there’s a hidden Mickey that comes out once a year to celebrate Mickey’s birthday? Or that you can sometimes catch a very limited-time Easter Parade in Magic Kingdom? Well, now we’re adding another celebration to your list of events to check out in the future — and it’s over at a beloved hotel, Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter (and Riverside too)!
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