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WARNING: 9 Hotels Where Parking ISN’T Free in Disney World

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Think you factored in ALL of the costs when planning your Disney World vacation? Think again, because this keeps catching people (including me) off guard!

The Dolphin Hotel

Some hotels actually CHARGE for parking, whether you’re only staying for the day or spending the night! YUP! That means you may need to plan for spending an extra $10 to $68 per day, or even per exit! But don’t worry — not every Disney World hotel charges for parking. We’re laying out the full list of hotels that charge for parking, so you’re not surprised by any additional costs on your vacation!

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Y’ALL! We Found Bars With Babysitting in Disney World. YOU’RE WELCOME!

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For Disney adults, the monorail bar crawl around the Polynesian, Contemporary, and Grand Floridian resorts is a classic Disney World rite of passage. But what if we told you you’re missing out on a BETTER bar crawl?

Raspberry Sake Sangria

The Swan and Dolphin Resorts are located right between EPCOT and Hollywood Studios, with dozens of top-notch restaurants and lounges, and for the parents out there, included childcare!

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Why You’ll Find Me at This Disney World Hotel Pool on 5 August Days

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One of our favorite ways to escape the park crowds and relax on our Disney vacations is by chilling out at our resort’s pool, but don’t worry — the Disney magic is still there!

The Swan Hotel Pool

Disney resort pools will sometimes hold different activities throughout the day, whether that’s a pool party, trivia games, or just blasting some good ole Disney music. But you don’t need to be staying at a Disney resort to join in on the fun. The Swan and Dolphin Hotels are serving up something fun FIVE days this August!

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REVIEW: When the Italy EPCOT Booth Inevitably Lets You Down, Walk Over To THIS Hotel Restaurant

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There are tons of deliciousDisney World restaurants around Disney World, and some of the best ones are found at the Disney World hotels. Yes, we often find that they’re worth leaving the parks for!

It’s time to dine on some delicious Italian eats!

Today, we are heading over to the Walt Disney World’s Swan Hotel to try out one of our favorite restaurants on property — Il Mulino. We hope you’re in the mood for Italian, because we know we are!

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Here’s How You Can Earn Hotel Points By Dining At Disney’s Swan & Dolphin Resorts!

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One of our favorite ways to save money while traveling is using as many points as we possibly can, whether it be for hotel stays, rental cars, etc.

Swan and Dolphin

However, that also means we’re constantly looking for ways to earn points in our everyday life, so we can use them on vacation. Sometimes that means using a credit card at certain locations to earn more points, and if you’re a local to Orlando, or find yourself wanting to dine at some of the best restaurants while you’re there, we’ve got great news — at the Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Resorts, you can now earn points for dining at select restaurants!

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REVIEW: Need a Quick Breakfast Fix Before Heading Into the Parks? This Restaurant Might be Your Best Friend

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If you are staying at the Swan Resort at Disney World and need a quick breakfast fix before heading into the parks, Java at Swan might just be your new best friend.

Java at Swan

We stopped by this walk-up spot to check out a few menu items, and we have some thoughts.

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A HUGE Dining Deal Is Returning to Several Disney World Restaurants

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If you’ve ever looked around Disney World and gone “there are so many great restaurants, but I don’t know where to start at each one,” then there’s a solution happening next month that you can’t miss out on!

Summer House on the Lake

For the past 20 years, Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining event has been a great way to try multiple different higher-caliber restaurants for lower prices, while supporting a great cause at the same time. This year is no different, but if you’ve specifically wanted to try these Disney World restaurants, you’ll want to grab your tickets!

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DEAL ALERT! You Can Get DELUXE Disney World Hotel Perks for as Low as $250 Per Night!

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If there’s a chance to save money on a Disney World vacation, you know we’re ON IT.

Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin

We’ve always got our ears to the ground to find deals on hotels, tickets, experiences, and more. Honestly, there’s nothing quite like the rush of saving big on a vacation! And if you’re in that same boat, then you’ll be happy to know about some savings you can score at the Swan and Dolphin.

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REVIEW: This Secret Disney World Hotel Restaurant Is Pictured When You Search “Hidden Gem” in the Dictionary

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There is no lack of options when dining at Disney World. There is something for every palate and every budget, but how exactly do you decide what is right for your family? That is where we come in! We have eaten everywhere in Disney World and aren’t stopping there. We are constantly reviewing new food items and revisiting locations to make sure you have all the information you need to have the best dining experience at Disney World. 

Walt Disney World Swan Hotel

We recently stopped by Garden Grove at the Walt Disney World Swan Hotel to see what was cookin’, and now we’re bringing you our FULL review. Is it worth an adventure out to this hotel for the food? We are giving you all our thoughts!

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REVIEW: We Tried the NEWEST Disney World Hotel Restaurant

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We fawn over Walt Disney World’s Swan & Dolphin Resorts thanks to their elegance, design, and many of their dining options.

Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin at night

Recently, Picabu abruptly announced that they were closing their doors and would be turned into a new spot called Lagoon Lanes, Games & Eats. The full menu was released just a few days ago, and we’re bringing you our FULL review.

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