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Disney's Polynesian Village Resort is a South Pacific oasis on the Monorail line to Magic Kingdom. This guide covers the iconic Over-the-Water Bungalows, the all-new Island Tower DVC Villas, and why the Volcano Pool is a fan favorite. Get full details on dining at 'Ohana, grabbing a world-famous Dole Whip, and experiencing the unique Trader Sam's Grog Grotto.

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Universal Orlando has officially retired its TapuTapu wristbands and virtual lines at Volcano Bay. Discover why the wearable tech is being phased out, what replaces it, and how this change will affect your next visit in 2025 and beyond.

Disney’s Yacht Club Resort offers 19th-century New England elegance and is perfectly situated in the Epcot Resort Area. This guide covers the resort's sophisticated rooms and dining, including the signature Yachtsman Steakhouse. Learn about the unrivaled convenience of walking to Epcot and Hollywood Studios and get all the details on Stormalong Bay, the massive 3-acre pool complex shared with Beach Club Resort.

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is the height of luxury at WDW, offering Victorian elegance and unparalleled proximity to Magic Kingdom. This full guide covers the recently renovated Deluxe Villas and standard rooms that sleep up to five. Discover the convenience of walking to Magic Kingdom or taking the Monorail, and explore the resort's signature dining, including the AAA Five Diamond Award-winning Victoria & Albert’s and the famous character meal at 1900 Park Fare.

Disney’s Contemporary Resort is one of the original Monorail loop resorts, offering the unique experience of having the Monorail glide directly through its lobby. This full guide covers the newly refurbished rooms and villas (including those themed to The Incredibles), the unparalleled convenience of being able to walk to Magic Kingdom, and its top-tier dining, including California Grill and the character meal at Chef Mickey’s.

Disney’s BoardWalk Inn and Villas is an elegant, turn-of-the-century resort located directly on the BoardWalk entertainment district. This comprehensive guide covers the standard hotel rooms, spacious DVC Villas, and the recently refurbished Luna Park Pool. Discover the unparalleled convenience of walking to both EPCOT and the Disney Skyliner station for quick access to Hollywood Studios, plus all the dining and nightlife just steps from your room.

Disney’s Beach Club Resort is one of the best-located Deluxe resorts, offering a charming New England theme and the incredible Stormalong Bay, a 3-acre water playground. This complete guide details the rooms that sleep up to five, the popular character dining at Cape May Cafe, and the convenience of being just a short walk to EPCOT’s World Showcase entrance, the Disney Skyliner, and a boat ride from Hollywood Studios.

Disney’s Yacht Club Resort offers 19th-century New England elegance and is perfectly situated in the Epcot Resort Area. This guide covers the resort's sophisticated rooms and dining, including the signature Yachtsman Steakhouse. Learn about the unrivaled convenience of walking to Epcot and Hollywood Studios and get all the details on Stormalong Bay, the massive 3-acre pool complex shared with Beach Club Resort.