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While the EPCOT resorts don’t have an eye-catching Monorail wizzing by, they are an easy walk around the lake apart which can be even better on a beautiful Florida day. If you take the Skyliner to EPCOT or exit EPCOT via the International Gateway (between UK and France) you are just moments away from some great resorts to explore. I typically just walk because it’s faster, but there is a Friendship Boat that will go from EPCOT’s International Gateway to Disney's Boardwalk, Yacht and Beach Club, and the Swan and Dolphin before continuing on to Hollywood Studios.  Disney's Beach Club Resort Disney’s Beach Club is light and bright and has a few things worth stopping by for. Beaches and Cream out by the pool is a fast favorite, serving up burgers and shakes along with the famous Kitchen Sink sundae. But they also have a walk up ice cream window to grab a fun shake and stroll along the lake. During the holidays, pop inside the main lobby to see a Gingerbread carousel and get some h...

Celebrate the formal elegance of a New England style yacht club when you stay at Disney's Yacht Club Resort. This Deluxe Resort is located on Crescent Lake in the EPCOT Resort Area and features numerous dining opportunities and an amazing pool in a truly great location at the Walt Disney World Resort. The resort shares many amenities with its pastel-toned sister resort, Disney's Beach Club Resort.  Rooms Disney's Yacht Club Resort offers several room options including Water or Resort Views as well as Club Level options. Resort Views include views of the gardens, rooftop or parking area and Water Views include views of Crescent Lake or the Quiet Pool. Water View - Club Level rooms offer views of one of the Stormalong Bay Lagoons.  The Water and Resort View rooms sleep up to 5 adults, with 1 King Bed or 1 King Bed and 1 Day Bed or 2 Queen Beds or 2 Queen Beds and 1 Day Bed, and can accommodate 1 additional guest if under the age of 3 in a Pack n' Play. Water View of Cresc...

Ale and Compass is located at Disney's Yacht Club Resort and serves up New England comfort food and seafood classics while making you feel like you are dining in a cozy lighthouse. Next door, you'll find the Ale and Compass Lounge which is even cozier with comfy chairs around small tables and a fireplace and serves up delicious cocktails to wet your appetite.  I started my evening in the Ale and Compass Lounge with a cocktail while I waited for my table to be ready.  I had used the "walk up" feature and was able to secure a late table for the evening.  The Big Apple, Buffalo Trace bourbon, crisp apple puree, and Carpano Antica Sweet Vermouth It wasn't long before my phone informed me that my table was ready and I made my way over to the host stand.  I was dining solo this evening and the service was just lovely, not making me feel awkward or rushed, just welcomed to a wonderful meal.  I couldn't resist starting my meal with some Parker House Rolls from the ...

If you’re looking for a resort with a great location, numerous dining opportunities and an amazing pool, look no further than Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts. Although two separate deluxe resorts, they share a turn of the century New England style theme along with many amenities. They also share a spectacular location next to Crescent Lake. Disney's Beach Club Resort One of the best features of these resorts is, without a doubt, their location. With over 1,000 guest rooms combined, the Yacht and Beach Club Resorts are a short walk away from Epcot’s International Gateway, where you can catch a ride on the Disney Skyliner, Disney’s BoardWalk Resort area, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels and a short boat ride away from Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It’s hard to beat that location!  (If you're in the mood for a longer walk, you can also walk to Disney's Hollywood Studios.) With its pastel blue exterior and seaside details in the lobby and guest rooms, Disney’s Beac...

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...

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