Kingdom Konsultant Travel Blog

Do you ever want a bit of a break from the hustle and bustle of the theme parks but still want to be doing something  and feeling Disney along the way?  Resort hopping is one of my favorite ways to spend the time outside of the parks and get a change of scenery and try some new things.  There are 4 (maybe 5) resorts in the Magic Kingdom area that are super easy to get to and each have something unique to offer.  Here are some ideas of things you can do at each resort, whether you want to spend a few minutes to a whole day.  I highly recommend the atmosphere at all of the resorts which is free to enjoy, but most of the recommended activities do come with a small cost associated (grab a snack, drink etc). Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa The Grand Floridian is the flagship resort of Walt Disney World.  It is full of elegance and has much to offer, even has its very own wedding pavilion.  You can arrive here via walking path from the Magic Kingdom, Monorail or Resort Launch. 

Outside at Wilderness Lodge In late 2018, the signature dining restaurant, Artist Point, known for game meats and a romantic lodge feel, transformed into Storybook Dining at Artist Point. The new dining experience features fairy tale inspired decor and menu items, and includes getting to meet some of your favorite characters from Snow White. Ever since the transformation, this has been a hot ticket item to try to get a reservation for, with some of these characters hard to meet elsewhere.  I was able to snag an early dinner reservation here in July and decided to give it a try. Walking into the restaurant, it is a completely different feel from what existed here before.  You feel as though you are walking into an enchanted forest and we really liked the vibes. Immediately upon seating, you'll notice the great level of detail that went into designing this area, from the leaf and vine plate towers, to the well worn look of the menu, every little bit felt special. 

Welcome to the latest edition of Ears the News Brought to you by our friends at WDWMagic.com. The 45th Anniversary Annual Passholder dining promotion has been extended through to late December 2017. Announced October 1, 2016 and originally planned to expire September 2017, the increased discounts are in effect for both Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members. A 20% discount is available for Annual Passholders at the following Walt Disney World table and quick service restaurants. Lottawatta Lodge, Blizzard Beach  Disney Food Trucks, Disney Springs  D-Luxe Burger, Disney Springs  Flame Tree Barbecue, Disney's Animal Kingdom  Tiffins, Disney's Animal Kingdom  The Mara, Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge  Jiko, Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge  Sanaa, Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge  Beach Club Marketplace, Disney's Beach Club Resort  Boardwalk Bakery, Disney's Boardwalk Resort  Boardwalk Pizza, Window Disney's Boardwalk Resort

You can find a review of Disney's Wilderness Lodge by clicking here . Wilderness Lodge Lobby  Hallways Standard Room Resort and Pool Area Wilderness Lodge during the Christmas Season