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Four Disney World Resort Hotels to Allow Dogs to Stay in Rooms

Four Walt Disney World Resort Hotels are part of a new pilot program that allows guests to bring their dogs to stay with them in the hotel rooms. This new program allows up to two dogs per room for an additional nightly fee. The hotels are: Yacht Club, Art of Animation, Port Orleans Riverside, and Fort Wilderness.

YeHaa Bob Jackson to Perform at the Boathouse in Downtown Disney

When the Boathouse opens later this month in Downtown Disney, fans of Port Orleans Riverside's popular entertainer YeHaa Bob Jackson will be able to catch Bob in his new gig playing instrumental jazz standards with a sax player on the water taxi.

Several Walt Disney World Resort Hotels Named Best for Families by Trip Advisor

The online travel site Trip Advisor has announced its 2015 Traveler's Choice Awards and five Walt Disney World Resort Hotels have been named to the list of the Top 25 Hotels for Families in the United States. The hotels named to the list include a value resort, a moderate resort, and three deluxe resorts.

Free Dining Announced for Select Dates this Fall at Walt Disney World

It's that time of year again! Free Dining has been announced for select dates in September, October, November, and December at the Walt Disney World Resort.

Currently the offer is only available for Disney Visa cardholders, but it is expected to open to the general public on or around May 7!

The travel dates for this round of Free Dining are: August 31 - October 3; October 26 - November 1; November 9 - 20; and December 12 - 23.

Several Walt Disney World Resort Hotels will No Longer Offer Boat Rentals for Guests

Guests at several Walt Disney World Resort hotels will no longer be able to rent Sea Raycers, mouse boats, or pontoon boats for recreation purposes.

As of March 2 these watercraft are no longer available at Port Orleans Riverside, Old Key West Resort, Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa, and Caribbean Beach.

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BLTs And Bundts At The Riverside Mill Food Court

Port Orleans Riverside is a Disney Moderate Resort inspired by the simple charms of south in days gone by. The Sassagoula Steamboat Company welcomes guests to a picturesque setting that evokes the romance of rural Louisiana. It's here that you'll find the resort's quick service dining location, The Riverside Mill Food Court.

Nighttime Snacks And A Show At The River Roost Lounge

If you and yours are looking for a fun way to spend a night at Walt Disney World Resort that's just off the beaten path, head over to Port Orlean's Riverside for a fun time at the River Roost Lounge. There not only can you can indulge in some hearty pub fare and Louisiana brews, but you can catch one of the best shows on property.

Five Things to Love about Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside Resort

Have you ever walked through the front doors of a Walt Disney World Resort hotel and instantly fallen in love? It's happened to me a few time (Wilderness Lodge and Animal Kingdom Lodge, I'm looking at you). Last week it happened again when I stepped into Disney's Port Orleans Riverside Resort. We're talking LOVE at first sight.

Fabulous Holiday Decorations Deck the Halls at the Walt Disney World Resort

The holiday season at the Walt Disney World Resort might be the most magical time of the year. While the resort hotels are always lovely, when the holiday decorations are up, it takes the wonder and magic of Disney to a whole new level. You can't help but oooh and ahh when you see all the decorations.

5 Reasons To Love Port Orleans Riverside

Disney fans frequently rave about the ambiance and romance of Walt Disney World's Port Orleans French Quarter resort, but just down the river at its sister resort, Disney's Port Orleans Riverside has all the charm and elegance of the antebellum South. From the white columned mansions of Magnolia Bend to the charming shacks of Alligator Bayou guests feel the warm embrace of Southern hospitality.

Disney's Niche Story Rooms at WDW Resort Hotels

Walt Disney World is known for the exciting and detailed themes of it's Resort Hotels. They not only offer a safe and clean room to stay in close to the Parks but through the magic of Imagineering have a way of transporting you from the reality of Central Florida to exotic locals around the globe and even into the worlds of Disney Movies. Staying "on property" is a truly magical experience no matter where you stay. However, some of Disney's resorts offer special niche rooms that offer just a little bit more flair.

Muddy Rivers Pool Bar at Port Orleans Riverside Resort

Tucked away on Ol' Man Island at Disney's Port Orleans Riverside is the Muddy Rivers Pool Bar. Situated well out of the way of the resort's guest rooms and main building, there is little hustle and bustle unless the feature pool is crowded. It appears to be the shambled kind of southern bar that you would expect to see out on the bayou, except it's Disney squeaky clean. Open to the elements with a faux weathered wood exterior and charming storm shutters that prop open.

Walt Disney World's Moderate Resorts

We've taken a look at Disney's Deluxe Resort Hotels, let's head across property and check out the fantastic offerings available at the diverse Disney Moderate class hotels. Slightly more upscale than your bare bones hotel, Disney's moderate resorts offer the beautiful immersive theming of the Deluxe resorts for a less money and several have quite dedicated fan bases.

Three Great High Energy Bars

We've covered a lot of Disney Bars and Lounges over the past year, but these three are my picks for the top high energy clubs on all of Walt Disney World property. So if you're looking for a place to cap off your night with music, fun, and abundant cocktails, this is the list for you! Next time you're looking for some extraordinary Disney nightlife, give one of these three places a try.

Carriage Rides at Disney World

Looking to add a little extra magic to your next Disney vacation? Why not try a carriage ride? Guests can enjoy carriage rides at the Fort Wilderness Resort and the Port Orleans Riverside Resort.