Hotels inside Disney

Why stay at hotels inside Disney when you can stay at a hotel on the outskirts for a fraction of the price? Assumed convenience is the answer for many. That ends up as mighty expensive assumption for many families. It is our experience that a hotel just outside Disney is better for most families than one within the theme park.

A major concern for many people who decide to stay at a hotel inside Disney World is that if they chose one outside the theme park then they would end up wasting all this time to make it inside the park. The truth of the matter is that whether staying at a hotel inside Disney or not there is still often a ferry ride or some other mode of transportation required to make it into the actual theme parks. Also, what happens if you also want to visit Sea World? The reality is that it usually takes just as long to enter the park from most hotels directly outside the theme park as one within it.

The best advice is to wake up early or perhaps realize that you might not. Many people are initially excited by the fact that guests who stay at hotels inside Disney are allowed to enter the park earlier. In reality few of those people do. Quite often people staying just outside the park end up inside Disney World before those staying at a Disney owned property. Also, the cost savings for an average family who stays just outside the park are often tremendous! Wherever you stay, we hope this short bit of information helps when planning your Orlando Vacation.

Staying Just Outside of Disney World

Many people ponder over whether it is a smarter choice to stay inside the Disney World theme park or to stay on the outskirts. We’ve noticed a few definitive benefits to staying in the theme park, but they come at a hefty price. It is not uncommon to spend two or three times as much by staying inside Disney World rather than in a vacation home just outside the park. That said, vacationers willing to foot the extra expense will enjoy admittance into that park approximately an hour earlier than the general public and also experience the convenience of staying in a Disney owned property.

Most people find that the extra amenities are not worth the price tag. There are thousands of vacation homes that are located just outside the theme park. Oftentimes these homes are much larger and more luxurious than those found in the park. They also are ideal for those visitors who want to see more than Disney World. Those guests who also want to go to SeaWorld, play golf, or experience the many other attractions in Florida often prefer a place outside Disney.

Whether deciding to stay inside the theme park or just outside that are owned by
Disney, make certain to have a fun time. Visiting Orlando and Disney World is a once in a lifetime experience for many people and more than anything everyone here at OrlandoVacation.com simply wants visitors to enjoy themselves. So have fun search for a place to stay and have even more fun once you arrive!

New Character Dining at Animal Kingdom

The Tusker House restaurant in Africa at Disney's Animal Kingdom will soon undergo a transformation from a fast-food eatery to a buffet. It will feature a breakfast with the characters as well as lunch and dinner and will re-open in late fall. The original menu featured sandwiches, soups and salads and was among the best fast food in all of Walt Disney World.

New Attraction for Magic Kingdom

The Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor Comedy Club is set to open on April 2nd in the Magic Kingdom. The attraction transports guests into Monstropolis where they learn of an unfortunate power crisis. Just like in the movie, Monsters Inc, guests are encourage to laugh at some upcoming monster comics to help generate power. The monsters interact with audience and might make jokes based on the clothes the guests are wearing or comments heard from the audience. You may even submit jokes via cellphone text messaging to be used in the show. The new show is located in Tomorrowland, right across from Stitch's Great Escape.

No More Alfredo's?

If you're a fan of L'Originale Alfredo di Roma Ristorante at the World Showcase in Epcot, you might want to give it a visit before July. There's a rumor circulating that the restaurant will be overhauled and will be managed by a new company.

According to the official Alfredo's website, the original fettucini alfredo was created in 1914 to restore Alfredo's wife appetite during pregnancy. The recipe proved so popular with guests that in 1977 it was brought over to the United States. The original fettucini alfredo recipe is a part of the menu at L'Originale Alfredo di Roma Ristorante at Epcot. The restaurant is expected to stay open until July, and the replacement restaurant has not been announced.

St. Patrick's Day Celebration

Celebrate St Patrick's Day in true Irish fashion at Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant at Downtown Disney. From March 16th through March 18th the restaurant will come alive with speciality entertainment including U2 Elevation, a tribute band of the world famous U2, A Miss Raglan Rose competition, Tuskar Rock band imported directly from Ireland, an appearance by Danielle Fitzpatrick star of Lord of the Dance, Stupid Irish Dancing Competitions and more!

Raglan Road is located between Downtown Disney Marketplace and the West Side. There is no admission fee for Downtown Disney, but there is a small cover charge ($10-15) for the St. Patrick's Day events at Raglan Road.

Three Caballeros Coming to Epcot

Donald Duck and his friends from the Disney animated feature Three Caballeros are coming to Epcot this spring. The characters will be found in El Rio Del Tiempo, an often overlooked attraction inside the Mexican pavillion. The ride, which many compare to "it's a small world" at the Magic Kingdom, has never developed a strong reaction in park guests and rarely fills to capacity. The original version took guests on a historic look of Mexico, with effects displayed on uniquely presented video screens. The highlight of the ride was the finale where fiber optic fireworks lit up a Mexican skyline. The new storyline is rumored to be about Jose Carioca and Panchito searching for Donald Duck throughout Mexico. Hopefully Disney will find ways to include some of the highlights of the original attraction in this new version.