The Walt Disney World Resort recently announced new discounts for active and retired U.S. military personnel, including active and retired members of the United States Coast Guard, National Guard, and Reservists. The discounts are good through December 16, 2016.

Disney's Coronado Springs Resort isn't always the first choice of families headed down to Walt Disney World due to out of the way location and busy convention space. That's a pity though, because this Disney Resort gem has a lot to offer its guests! From the full service feeling at check in to the truly chic resort rooms, Disney's Coronado Spring truly holds its own. In no particular order, here's 5 great reasons to love this hotel!

It's official. Downtown Disney is no more as the shopping, dining, and entertainment district is now Disney Springs. The name change became official on September 29. Construction continues at Disney Springs with more shops and restaurants planned before the project is completed in 2016.

While everyone is noshing their way around the world at the Food & Wine Festival over in Epcot, don't forget that many other spots across the Walt Disney World Resort property have some fantastic seasonal foods to enjoy. Over at Disney's Hollywood Studios - Min & Bill's Dockside Diner is celebrating Oktoberfest!

The Walt Disney World Resort has opened a brand-new, behind-the-scenes Flavor Lab where Disney's chefs, sommeliers, mixologists, and even front-of-house managers will be trained. The new research and development facility is not open to the general public.

It may be one of the cutest trends growing at pop culture conventions across the land, Cosplay Pajamas! These warm and snugly onesies are a whimsical combination of comfort and fun. Known as "Kigurumi" the trend has even spread to Disney fans with a range of characters from the Fab Five to The Hundred Acre Woods, to Infinity and Beyond!

The Jedi Training Academy at Disney's Hollywood Studios is reportedly closing on October 4 for a brief refurbishment. The popular attraction is scheduled to reopen later this year with a new name: Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple.

Disney's Animal Kingdom has a great variety of counter service dining options from the always popular Flame Tree Barbecue to the fun and quirky Restaurantosaurus. And with the recent addition of the Harambe Market it's quickly becoming a park where you want to plan a quick service meal.

If you're looking to move to the West Coast and you happen to have a spare $1.6 million, you could own a piece of Disney-related history. The one-time residence of famed Disney artist Mary Blair is on the market in Los Angeles.

Some days you just want something cute and comfy to throw on with your favorite pair of jeans. This Foolish Mortal Tank is the perfect Fall tee for hitting the Parks or just bumming around town with friends. You'll stand out in a season of ghoulish fun carrying this limited edition 60th Anniversary Diamond Event Haunted Mansion Tote Handbag by Harveys. Then accent the ensemble with a simple bat bracelet and earrings that remind me of the interior queue inside this classic Disney ride.