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Why We Love Disney's Pop Century Resort

If you're looking for the perfect blend of fun, affordability, and that unmistakable Disney magic, Pop Century Resort checks all the boxes. Pop Century continues to be one of our favorite places to stay at Walt Disney World. Here's why we keep coming back again and again! 4-story tall Mickey and giant foosball Nestled on hourglass lake, Pop Century Resort houses guest rooms in ten buildings.   Each building has four floors accessible by either stairway or elevator. The buildings are themed to different decades of the 20 th century – the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, 80’s and 90’s.   Along the outside of buildings you will find gigantic icons and decorations themed to each respective decade. 50's Bowling Pin Pool   For instance, in the 1990’s section you will find a huge laptop computer sitting next to a stack of over-sized floppy disks.   In the 1970’s courtyard sits a four story tall Mickey Mouse rotary phone and childhood favorite “Big Wheel” bike (with a weig...

Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort For Family's of 5 (or 6!)

Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort transports you to an island paradise! The atmosphere at the resort truly makes you feel like you're in an island town. The rooms, the pool, and the Disney Skyliner are just a few reasons why we love it. It's a large resort but easily walkable.  Here are 10 reasons it's an excellent place to stay for families.  1. Accommodates a family of 6 Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort is a very popular moderate level Disney Resort near Disney's Hollywood Studios. As a family of 6, we can stay here, even though it's advertised as having rooms that fit up to 5 guests. This works when one of the guests is age 2 or under . Most rooms have 2 queen beds. There are some rooms called a "5th sleeper" room which also have a single bunk. This Murphy style bunk is perfect for most kids under 12, (or about 5 feet tall.) Little kids love to have their own special bed. The infant or toddler can have a Pack 'N Play or a crib in the room as we...

Expert Guide to Disney's Polynesian Village Resort

Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is a deluxe resort, conveniently located just a monorail ride away from the Magic Kingdom. It is also a short walk from the Ticket & Transportation Center, making it easy to catch the Epcot monorail. The Polynesian Village Resort is one of the original Walt Disney World Resorts, and it opened in 1971 along with the Magic Kingdom. Arrival When you arrive at the Poly, you’re typically greeted with a warm “aloha!”and a flower lei. The moment you step inside, you’ll smell the signature Polynesian scent, hear island music, and see the stunning tropical decor and plants. Here’s what the arrival process generally looks like: If arriving by car, you’ll go through the security gate, where they check your reservation. If using Mears Connect, Minnie Vans, or another transportation service, you'll be dropped off near the Great Ceremonial House. Check-In at the Great Ceremonial House – If you haven’t done online check-in, you’ll visit the front desk. Cast ...

Pixar Place Hotel

Welcome to the newly renovated Pixar Place Hotel! This Disney destination brings the magic of Pixar animation to life, making it the perfect place to relax and explore. This hotel is one of three official Disneyland Resort Hotels. Pixar Place is the least expensive of the three Disneyland Hotels and can be a great choice for guests looking to stay in the magic. With its colorful design and proximity to the parks, the newly reimagined Pixar Place Hotel is perfect for families and guests of all ages who want to enjoy the magic of Pixar. When you step into the lobby, you’ll see an amazing sculpture of Pixar’s famous lamp and ball, giving you a glimpse of the fun ahead. The walls are decorated with artwork and murals of your favorite Pixar characters from movies like Toy Story, Finding Nemo , and Inside Out . Every part of the hotel celebrates Pixar’s creative storytelling, making it a delightful place to stay.  During my visit, the lobby captured our family's attention. The younger ...