Jul 03, 2009 8:41 - By: Britt Reints
He's trying to tell you to turn around and come back in the fall
If the Orlando tourism people ask, you didn’t hear this from me.
I’m pretty sure I could have my Florida driver’s license revoked for what I’m about to tell you.
*deep breath*
Disney World sucks in the summer.
It’s true. Tell a Florida resident that you’re planning to visit Disney World in June, July or August and you’ll be met with a look of confusion and pity. And possibly a little smugness because clearly you are not as “in the know” as the locals are.
Yes, we know, it’s the happiest place on earth. From October to April, many of us wholeheartedly agree that Disney World rocks. We’re iffy on September and May, but we’ll let those months slide. But a visit to Disney World during the height of summer?
No way.
5 Reasons Why Disney World Sucks (In The Summer)
A magical concrete jungle
1. The heat.
I love warm weather. In fact, it’s one of the main reasons I moved to Florida in the first place. I can even tolerate the 100+ degree heat that is prevalent all summer long. What I cannot tolerate is 100+ degree heat in the middle of miles and miles of concrete, with precious few shaded areas as big as my thumb. The air is heavy and sticky and hot and the misting fans do very little to relieve the oppressive heat. Read More »
Mar 18, 2009 12:40 - By: John Frost
Walt Disney World's Swan and Dolphin Resort
Visiting Walt Disney World on your Birthday could quite possibly be the most inexpensive vacation you’ve had in some time. Not only will you get the advertised free admission to one of the theme parks on your birthday, but the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort is giving every guests a free night stay. Those celebrating a birthday at the resort will receive a complimentary night and birthday cake prepared by their two-time world champion pastry chef.
Any guest booking a minimum three-night stay, which includes their birthday, will receive their birthday night free. And, as an added surprise, birthday guests who dine at one of the resort’s signature restaurants during their stay will receive a complimentary cake prepared by the resort’s executive pastry chef and only two-time world pastry champion Laurent Branlard. Well, it was a surprise. The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort’s signature restaurants include the celebrity chef venue Todd English’s bluezoo, the football-themed, award-winning Shula’s Steak House and the acclaimed Il Mulino New York Trattoria.
Interested guests can find more information or reserve their “Celebrate Your Birthday” package by calling 1-888-828-8850 or visiting www.swandolphin.com/offers. Guests must bring valid ID and proof of their birth date. Offer valid through Dec. 31, 2009. Based upon availability.
Read more about this and other celebrations at The Disney Blog.
Pool fun at Walt Disney World's Swan and Dolphin Resort
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