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Maria & Enzo's Ristorante at Disney Springs

Nestled in the heart of Disney Springs, Maria & Enzo's Ristorante offers a delightful escape into the golden age of air travel, all while serving up authentic Italian cuisine. This stunning trattoria is a must-visit for anyone looking to enjoy a unique dining experience at the Walt Disney World Resort. Step into a 1930s airline terminal transformed into an elegant eatery. The restaurant boasts 50-foot high ceilings, a grand staircase, and floor-to-ceiling views of Lake Buena Vista. Vintage maps and aviation artifacts add to the charming atmosphere, making you feel like you've traveled back in time to the golden age of air travel. Maria & Enzo's menu is a celebration of traditional Sicilian dishes, perfect for families and food enthusiasts alike. Start your meal with appetizers like Arancini di Carne (rice balls stuffed with meat) or Calamari Fritti. For the main course, indulge in handcrafted pastas such as Ravioli ai Formaggi and Spaghetti alla Chitarra. Seafood lo...

Loews Royal Pacific Resort

Loews Royal Pacific Resort is one of three Signature Collection accommodations at Universal Orlando Resort. With wonderful amenities and a South Pacific feel, it's almost a vacation in and of itself! Rooms Loews Royal Pacific has three main types of rooms: Standard, Club Level, and Suites with accessible options as well. The most common room type is the Standard, which can vary in view and location but otherwise comes with everything you need for an enjoyable and relaxing stay. On my most recent stay, we splurged on a King Suite and it was perfect for our family of four with two teenage daughters to have the extra space to spread out.  Standard Rooms Size :  335 square feet Bedding :  One king bed or two queen beds Views :  Options for garden view or water view (lagoon pool or waterway) Amenities :  Free Wi-Fi, 300-thread-count cotton linens, flat-screen TV with HD channels, mini refrigerator, Cuisinart coffee maker, ergonomic work desk, in-room safe, compliment...

Royal Caribbean vs Disney Cruise Lines

Choosing the right cruise line for your vacation can be a daunting task, especially when comparing two giants like Disney Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean Cruise Line. Both offer unique experiences and cater to different preferences. Here’s a detailed comparison covering some of the most important aspects for travelers. Main Dining Room Disney Cruise Line : Disney offers rotational dining, where guests rotate between three themed main dining rooms, each with its own unique menu and ambiance. This ensures a varied dining experience throughout the cruise. Animator's Palate on the Disney Fantasy Royal Caribbean : Royal Caribbean features traditional dining with set times and assigned seating, as well as My Time Dining, which offers more flexibility. Their main dining rooms are elegant and offer a diverse menu. Buffet Dining Disney Cruise Line : The buffet dining options, Cabanas or Marceline Market (depending on the ship), offer a wide variety of dishes, including seafood, salads, and ...

Top 10 Must Do's at Disney California Adventure Park

Disney California Adventure Park opened on February 8, 2001 and has experienced a lot of changes since then. This park originally opened to highlight the state of California. I remember going to the park right when it opened. It had the letters spelling out California in the front of the park and as you walked into the entrance, you could see the "Golden Gate Bridge." Pixar Pier was called Paradise Pier and the big roller coaster was called California Screamin'. Presently, there are nine themed lands at Disney California Adventure: Buena Vista Street, Pixar Pier, Paradise Gardens Park, San Fransokyo Square, Performance Corridor, Grizzly Peak, Hollywood Land, Avengers Campus, and Cars Land. Here are the top 10 things I love to do while visiting Disney California Adventure.   10. Goofy's Sky School Located in Paradise Gardens Park, this attraction is designed after the short movie, "Goofy's Glider." When it first opened, it was called Mulholland Madness a...