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A Word of WARNING If You’re Staying at Disney’s Contemporary Resort This Week

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If you’re currently on your Disney World vacation, we hope you’re having the most amazing time! We’re here to help make sure you’re not caught by any surprises during your trip, and we have something to report.

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If you’re staying at Disney’s Contemporary Resort today, June 3rd, and tomorrow, June 4th, you may have noticed a sign has popped up in the main building. The sign is notifying guests of some testing that will be done during the day, so let’s take a look at what it says!

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I’ve Been to Every Hotel Gift Shop in Disney World and I’m Sharing My 7 Best Finds

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After decades of going to Disney World (and shopping at Disney World), you can say that I’ve developed my favorite places to visit.

Boutiki at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

That includes finding where to get the best merchandise at Disney World, and it might surprise you that it’s not in the parks, but at the resorts instead! Disney hotels have some of the best gift shops with unique merchandise that you won’t find on Main Street U.S.A. Here you can find more specific souvenirs for each resort itself, which I find special, especially if you’re staying at that Disney resort. Here are some of the best finds at Disney gift shops!

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REVIEW: You’re Going To Have To DRAG Me Out of This Disney World Hotel Lounge

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You know when you want the food of a sit down restaruant but the idea of having a whole dining experience just seems too much? Let me introduce you to Disney World lounges. These are our favorite spots to grab a drink and an appetizer to escape the chaos of the theme parks without having to commit to a full-service meal.

Steakhouse 71 Lounge

We’re heading to the Steakhouse 71 Lounge at Disney’s Contemporary Resort to check out some bites and drinks and see if you should add this stop to your Disney World trip.

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Why Every Muppets Fan Is RUNNING to This Disney World Hotel

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Doesn’t it feel like The Muppets are popping up everywhere?!

The Muppets Easter Egg display!

We recently went to Disney’s Contemporary Resort and saw its new Easter Egg display of The Muppets. Of course, we had to take a bunch of photos and share them with you. You’re going to love this!

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7 Disney World Hotel Bars That Also Serve Great Food

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Who says you have to choose between a great cocktail and an amazing meal?

Inside the lounge!

Disney World hotel bars are seriously underrated when it comes to food, and we’re not just talking about your standard bar snacks here. These spots offer full menus with dishes that can absolutely hold their own against some of the table service restaurants on property. Whether you’re looking for a chill spot to unwind after a park day or want to grab dinner without dealing with a reservation, these seven hotel bars have got you covered.

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6 New Desserts Just Dropped at This POPULAR Disney World Restaurant

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New dessert alert! We don’t know if that’s a real alert, but it is now because we need to share some very tasty treats with you.

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If you’re booking a reservation for Chef Mickey’s at Disney’s Contemporary Resort soon, you’re going to want to save room for dessert. No, really, grab an extra plate. We need these desserts in our lives.

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Three Disney World Hotels Fans Aren’t Booking in 2026

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Planning a 2026 trip to Disney World is different. Between new attractions opening, lands being re-imagined, and entire areas under refurbishment, the resort is going to feel more like a construction zone than a polished theme park vacation at times.

Bay Lake Tower

That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t go, but it just means where you stay matters more than usual. In a year full of closures, refurbishments, and noise disruptions, some hotels are becoming less popular with repeat visitors. Here are three Disney World hotels fans are hesitating to book in 2026, and whether they might still make sense for you.

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It’s Actually Ridiculous That People Don’t Know About THIS at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

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Whether it’s finding Hidden Mickeys throughout all of Disney World or knowing about secret menu items at some of the resort’s restaurants, there are few things more fun at the Walt Disney than discovering elements of the “Most Magical Place on Earth” you may not be aware of, even at one of the resort’s oldest resorts: The Contemporary! 

The Monorail INSIDE Contemporary Resort

These little things can make your Disney trip special and will be something you talk about well after your trip. That’s why we love sharing these things with you! So today, we’re bringing you a hidden gem hidden in plain sight! 

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New Permit Hints at MORE Changes for Disney’s Contemporary Resort

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A new permit filed by Walt Disney World Resort hints that something NEW could be coming to Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Construction at the Contemporary Resort has been ongoing since September 2024, and we recently spotted a new permit that was filed.

Disney’s Contemporary Resort

The refurbishment at Disney’s Contemporary Resort is expected to continue through late 2027, though construction has already been extended several times. Initially, the refurbishment was expected to be done in summer 2025, then July 2026, and now it has been extended through late 2027.

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JUST ANNOUNCED: An Exclusive Disney World Hotel Event Is Coming Soon

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Disney Vacation Club members have a romantic Valentine’s Day surprise ahead of them!

Mickey and Minnie!

Being a Disney Vacation Club Member comes with tons of perks for dining, hotel stays, events, and more! Now, there’s a new DVC event happening very soon for a limited-time only. Let’s take a peek at what it could be!

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