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Exciting Disney World Activities Outside of the Theme Parks

Have you ever wondered what there is to do around The Walt Disney World Resort beside visit the Theme Parks or shop at Disney Springs? There are so many great recreational activities right on property. If your family is ready to step outside the parks and see what other fun excursions are offered, check out this list of ideas: Golf Tee off at one of Disney’s three award winning, Arnold Palmer designed, 18-hole courses - Disney’s Lake Buena Vista, Disney’s Magnolia, or Disney’s Palm Golf Course. Disney’s Oak Trail Golf Course is a 9-hole course which is great for families or beginners. Golf instructional clinics are available for both adults and juniors, as well as personal lessons with a PGA qualified instructor.  The use of a golf cart is included in your greens fee for the 3 large courses. Oak Trail is a walking course. Want to get a quick game in on the back 9 before heading to the Parks? Reserve the "Sunrise 9" option, and breakfast is included! Reservations: 407

Ears the News: April 17, 2021 Edition

 Ears the News Brought to you by our Friends at WDWMagic.com Disney World's 50th spruce up continues with the rooftops of Fantasyland at the Magic Kingdom Work for the upcoming 50th anniversary on October 1st has continued in Fantasyland. Paint crews are also working on the rooftops in Fantasyland. Photo courtesy of WDWMagic.com Disney's Animal Kingdom mandrill birth is another success for Disney's breeding of endangered species Disney is celebrating the birth of a female baby mandrill.  First time mom, Hazel, gave birth to Ivy on April 10, 2021.This will make the four generations of mandrills from the same family which mirrors the social system of mandrills found in the wild.  You will see Hazel and Ivy in the Kilimanjaro Safari attraction at Animal Kingdom. Photo courtesy of WDWMagic.com Disney World Cast Members can now have visible tattoos among other changes to the 'Disney Look' as the company shifts to a policy of inclusion Josh D'Amaro stated, "The w

Mel's Drive-In at Universal Studios Florida

Take a step back in time to the 1950s with a quick service meal at Mel's Drive-In. Located in the Hollywood section of Universal Studios Florida, this  American Graffiti -inspired 50s drive-in features oldies on the jukebox and has a fleet of vintage cars parked out front. Inside you'll find vinyl booths with tabletop jukeboxes and there's also outdoor seating options. This retro restaurant serves up classic diner fare for lunch and dinner like burgers and fries, chicken fingers, onion rings and milkshakes. You'll also find one of the 20 Coca-Cola Freestyle locations at this restaurant. If you haven't already, you can purchase a Coca-Cola Freestyle Souvenir Cup that gives you refills throughout the day or you can add an extra day of refills to your already purchased Freestyle Souvenir Cup. For guests 21 and up, Mel's also serves bottled beer.  Vinyl booth with plexiglas dividers Tabletop jukebox Outdoor seating Coca-Cola Freestyle machines On our recent visit, I

Disney's BoardWalk Inn Pictures

You can find a review of Disney's BoardWalk Inn by clicking here .  Lobby Guest Room Sleeper Sofa BoardWalk Bakery Innkeeper's Club Lounge BoardWalk Inn during the Holidays