We just got back from 8 nights at Yacht Club for our 10 year anniversary (stayed there on our honeymoon). We noted anniversary when booking the trip and paid for the resort view. When we arrived, we were upgraded to an incredible water view that completely changed our entire trip. We watched epcot fireworks from our balcony at night and the view was even better than savannah at akl. We got to the hotel at 10am, so I don't know it that helped us to get upgraded.

@dfbbreea

26 күн бұрын

Aww, that’s so magical!

@wdwexploreandchill

26 күн бұрын

Happy Anniversary! 🎉

@jayneestrycker7453

26 күн бұрын

You are so lucky! We just returned from ten days at OKW. We let them know in advance we were celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary and two birthdays. We got nothing😢 Was really hoping we would be surprised.

@BrandonIslander

24 күн бұрын

Happy Anniversary and happy to hear about the upgrade!

@MossFamilyTravels

17 күн бұрын

@@jayneestrycker7453OKW rarely does things special in my experience. It goes out of its way to be difficult and handing out buttons seems like more of a hassle/chore to them than anything else.

My own laundry bag hack: use an old pillowcase as your "hamper" for the trip, then just dump it straight into your actual hamper once you get home. Easy and uses stuff you already have on hand at home (and that can be folded down very small into your suitcase), so it doesn't cost you any additional money.

@dfbbreea

26 күн бұрын

I LOVE THIS SO MUCH.

@jeanettesmith765

26 күн бұрын

That's a good idea.

@Mrtfarrugia

24 күн бұрын

Large clear plastic bags are what we use. Usually bring down 2 so the whites and colours get pre-sorted.

This is one of your best videos yet. You just refuse to gatekeep at all on this one! Myself and other viewers were having a discussion about DFB, at port Orleans Riverside in April. KEEP DOING THE EXTRAORDINARY WORK❤

@dfbbreea

26 күн бұрын

This means SO MUCH TO US!! Thanks for being here!! 😍

We adore the refillable mugs - always stop for a hot cocoa on the way to bed after a long park day!

Counting steps? are YOU kidding me. DFB staff is the best, led by the best!

@dfbbreea

26 күн бұрын

We’ve got a solid team! 😤❤

10/10 recommend staying at the Swan! Being so close to Epcot and Hollywood studios (plus the skyliners from both parks), all the fun on the boardwalk, and extended evening hours can’t be beat.

@dfbbreea

25 күн бұрын

YESSSSSSS

My 79 year old mother and I did a little resort tour on our departure day (she ROCKED the parks btw, getting in 20,000 steps a day for 2 days!). We were staying at the Riviera, which was great for skyliner access and Topolinos etc. But we took an Uber to Sanaa for lunch, then took the bus to Magic Kingdom to hop on the monorail to check out all the hotels on that loop. Side note: I found the cutest little swim set for my baby grandson at the Poly. Side-side note: we used to stay at the Poly when I was a kid in the 70’s, so it was very nostalgic for my mother and I to visit again & we got the delicious Kona coffee while there to fuel our tour! After getting off the monorail at the TTC, we took an Uber to Wilderness Lodge. I absolutely LOVED the Wilderness lodge. The interior was super cool; grand, yet COZY, and the grounds and gardens were so incredibly beautiful and peaceful. We saw the cutest bunny, just hanging out in the gorgeous flower bed, about 15 steps out the back door of the lodge. We are going to Tokyo Disneyland in February (as a side step to a snowboarding trip), so I am LOVING your videos on the new Fantasy land!!!! BUT other than that, Wilderness Lodge is definitely on my plans for our next stay. A Bucket list stay would be those amazing cabins there on the water with the gorgeous sunset views overlooking the lake from the many windows. I’m brain-farting on the name, maybe copper creek? Idk, but they’re super expensive, so I’d have to use my Disney Rewards card for everything for about 5 years to make that happen, lol.

I’m getting to stay in my one bucket list room for my late bachelorette party in 9 days!!! Little Mermaid here I come!!!

@dfbbreea

24 күн бұрын

Have so much fun!!

I personally wash all clothes when I come home from vacation and leave my bags in the garage for a few days. Don't want any surprise guests coming home with me 😅

@janeleslie4192

16 күн бұрын

Same can’t be too careful.😉

IIRC, If you stay at the Swan/Diolphin, you are within walking distance (1.5 mi) of HALF of Disney Worlds's table service restaurants!!

DFB’s videos, guides, and expertise are priceless!

@dfbbreea

26 күн бұрын

Awwww thank you!! 💞

@Cody_Codi_Code

26 күн бұрын

@@dfbbreea plan a Disney vacation without DFB guidance at your own risk!! ⚠️

@Cody_Codi_Code

26 күн бұрын

@@dfbbreea plan a Disney trip without DFB tips/tricks at your own risk!!!⚠️

If you stay at All Star Movies Resort in the Mighty Ducks section it is actually a shorter walk for you to head over to All Star Music to catch a bus or hit the food court.

@annlavine3576

26 күн бұрын

I saved $ by getting the free water

@marthaalvarado5427

26 күн бұрын

We're staying at movies this summer. Good to know!!!

@frankieo7896

26 күн бұрын

Staying there in a few weeks. Thnx for the info:)

@elainemeils3795

22 күн бұрын

Plus Mighty Ducks has a pool and close to laundry.

We love Port Orleans Riverside!!!! ❤❤

@dfbbreea

26 күн бұрын

SAME!!!!!

@annc7550

17 күн бұрын

I am so happy to see this comment!!! We have stayed at various resorts over the years, but are headed to PO Riverside this summer for the first time!!

The Polynesian Village Resort is the only Walt Disney World hotel I've stayed at not once, not twice, but THREE times. And I can't wait for number four!

@dfbbreea

26 күн бұрын

Ooh are you going to try and stay in the new DVC tower when it opens?

@kristinavalcarce2404

26 күн бұрын

@@dfbbreea We own DVC there (and at the Grand Californian) so maybe!

@shannonfrancorandall4076

15 күн бұрын

We are staying there for the first time later this summer. I’m excited to stay there.

The self-serve DoleWhip at Fuel is amazing! Went there every night for dessert on our vacation last month!

@dfbbreea

25 күн бұрын

Living my DREAM.

Thanks for the room step counts!

Love Wilderness Lodge! We stayed there for our honeymoon in 1995. 7 nights, park hopper tickets, food & fun card (which included the tips back then) all for just over $1900!

I like hearing about AJ's life and places she has lived. Fun facts

Now the question is did you start from each room door or the bed?

@dfbbreea

26 күн бұрын

Door! 😆

My friend and I are planning for 2027, hopefully sooner. It takes time to save up. Anyway, we're looking at one of the All-Star resorts or possibly Shades of Green since I'm former military. I also want to say thank you so much for this channel. Planning for Disney has been overwhelming for me. This channel has been made the planning much easier with your tips and tricks, and what different snacks ans meals are and where to find them all. I have only been to Disney World once, in 2002 with my high school's marching band. Thank you again for making Disney World planning a lot easier to handle.

@dfbbreea

26 күн бұрын

Thanks for being here! We’ll keep helping ya prepare for that 2027 trip!

@afbrat1986

26 күн бұрын

@dfbbreea I look forward to it, thank you 😊

One thing i love about you, AJ and DFB team, is how you tell us about all the extra costs like delivery fee and expected tip. Especially when i was younger, not getting whacked with unexpected fees and expenses was very important to me. Now that i am old and have specific needs, i have to swallow whatever things cost, so there’s no point in getting my knickers in a twist about a hidden $4.95 fee. You are wonderful in explaining ways to save money, especially those that aren’t commonly known.

@dfbbreea

25 күн бұрын

We’re like you - we’ve been hit with those fees one too many times in the past 😅 Just gotta warn everyone so they don’t get hit with the sticker shock too!

My Favorite Disney World Hotel Is The Contemporary Resort Because You Can Just Take A Miniature Walk To The Magic Kingdom

We love the Beach club- it just feels like home to us. We love the proximity to Epcot- its easy to come back for a swim, the incredible pools, dining options, you can walk or boat to Hollywood Studios and the Boardwalk is close by

LOVE AoA, Coronado is on my bucket list and Animal Kingdom is my dream! 😍

We stayed at the Riviera last year and it is by far our favorite!!

@dfbbreea

25 күн бұрын

I love going to the Le Petit Cafe and just chilling on my break days 💖

Got my tix for my first ever not so scary Halloween party!

Wow we just booked Drury and Swan for the first time! Thanks for the vote of confidence ~ you’re the best!

@dfbbreea

25 күн бұрын

Have so much fun!

I’m staying at the Pop Century in about two months. Can I request one of those rooms closest to the skyliner right now?

Favorite hotel is by far the Swann Reserve, love the location and rooms, proximity to Epcot.

Great info!!! I really have a hard time finding hotels that accommodate 10 people together.

I would love to stay at Fort Wilderness and bring bikes/rent a golf cart. I love camping🏕 We usually tent camp but would consider a camper due to rain fall.

Another thing: i did not know about the Port Orleans Mardi Gras activities and parade! This is so cool! Maybe next trip i can do a split stay and spend a few nights at my old favorite haunt, POR. You guys rock!

@dfbbreea

25 күн бұрын

It’s a very limited time event, but a cool one if you can catch it!

I would LOVE to get pixie dusted and stay at the Polynesian when we go in a couple of weeks. That is a dream of mine!

@dfbbreea

25 күн бұрын

✨ 🌴

Favorites: wilderness Lodge or French Quarter, dream?? Polynesian or one time Fort Wilderness ❤

My bucket list hotel is definitely Boardwalk. One day I'll stay there but for now Marriotts and All Star Resorts

I’ve been lucky enough to stay at all three of my bucket lists (Riviera, Poly, and Beach Club - club level for that one - what a treat!!) and Riviera and Poly are fighting for my heart. We’re headed back for a 2week split stay at POR, CBR, and finishing it out at Riviera in just a few weeks and I can’t wait!

I cannot wait for September! The. Hopefully next August for my 50th!

The reporters rock

@dfbbreea

26 күн бұрын

For real though 🤩

You should do a video about amc at disney springs!!!!

Just got back from a stay at the Caribbean Beach Resort..stayed in Jamaica 42…the best stay for the sky Liner!!! Jamaica 41,42,43 are right at the main hub for the sky liner!! Two minutes of walking and you can pick Studios or Epcot!! The resort is great and definitely a great vibe of relaxation!! Movies on the beach and great food at their quick service and Sebastian’s. Plus ate at pool bar..it was awesome too! Dream resort would be the Polynesian Bungalows 🏝️.

My favorite stay so far has been at Animal Kingdom Lodge I got the Arusha View and it was amazing. I one afternoon did room service and just watched the animals. It was the best!!! I also love the restaurants and lounges!!! Seriously best Resort ever!!!

@dfbbreea

26 күн бұрын

It’s not every day you get to wake up and see a FULL SAVANNA out your window!

My favorite resort is the Polynesian Bungalos. I have stayed there twice and it is perfect!

@dfbbreea

26 күн бұрын

Ahh… I bet that little private plunge pool was SO NICE.

@RegularPersona

26 күн бұрын

@@dfbbreea Even better is the hot tub in the copper creek cabins. After a long day going back to your own hot tub is pure bliss. This is one of the advantages of owning DVC. You can stay in the better places for less money in the long run.

You just showed the room I stayed in at Pop Century!! 🥺🥺 take me back!!!

@dfbbreea

25 күн бұрын

It’s like saying hi to an old friend 🤗

11:03 this is an appealing (aka., distinctive) event/restaurant place at Grand Castino based upon the video. I always appreciate unique.

I loved Animal Kingdom Lodge-savannah, as I was there with my goddaughter who wanted to spend a lot of time watching the animals. She didn't need much time at the parks. I liked the Wilderness Lodge as well. But for me and a more modest budget, my absolute favorite is Caribbean Beach Resort. At least before the big renovation 5-10 years ago. Can't remember when, but pre COVID.

@dfbbreea

26 күн бұрын

Animal Kingdom Lodge and Wilderness Lodge are both places I could spend an entire day at. They’re BREATHTAKING.

@betsyfick7232

13 күн бұрын

A coffee on the balcony watching the Savanna at AKL is morning goals!

Grand Floridian!

@dfbbreea

26 күн бұрын

🎶Fancy livin’, here we cooooome…🎵

Leaving in just a few days for a Disney wedding. So excited! 20 of us. The bride is beautiful, her mom is one of my dearest friends. I can’t wait! Haven’t been to Disney in 30+ years! I remember going when Epcot was new! I’ve been binging videos! We are staying in the African Lodge…can’t remember what it is called lol! So many things I want to see and do and buy!

@dfbbreea

25 күн бұрын

Animal Kingdom Lodge is GREAT! Have a great time!

@nodrogytsirk

16 күн бұрын

It was an awesome time! Can’t wait to go back!

Honest question, how can I work for DFB Guide? Thank you

Grand destino tower is my fav…why does it smell so good in there!?

@dfbbreea

26 күн бұрын

Like SO GOOD.

Does being closer to the skyliner make it louder in your room? Being close to an elevator in a regular hotel always makes your room lpuder

@MossFamilyTravels

17 күн бұрын

Kind of, if you are on the pool side then yes it does

I got tickets for my mom and I for the Halloween party on august 13th. Hopefully it isn’t storming then. I surprised her with this trip for her birthday. We went over 10 years ago when I was 15, and we only saw animal kingdom and Hollywood Studios. We’re going to see all four parks this time. We’re also staying at art of animation.

A relative booked our trip with a room in the Kidani Village without looking at how the hotel is set up. She was stunned by the walk we did every day to leave and return to our rooms.

@dfbbreea

26 күн бұрын

I feel that pain 😩

My best tip is to pack two pop up hampers to use in the room. Bring an empty duffel bag to throw all that dirty laundry into at the end. We also bring a third pop up hamper and full sized garbage bag to turn it into a big trash can. I never find those tiny provided trash cans sufficient.

Will the self serve Dole Whip be considered a "snack" in the Disney dinning plan?

@MossFamilyTravels

17 күн бұрын

Not likely since Disney does not own it. Marriott does.

When i went to Contempo Cafe they required your room number to serve. We were not allowed to purchase anything. Has this changed?

Im spending 10 days at pop century june 1st.

@dfbbreea

26 күн бұрын

Have fun!

@mddd20091

26 күн бұрын

Breea I hope we may see you there.

@jeanettesmith765

26 күн бұрын

10 days? Lucky.

@JJskiddy

26 күн бұрын

we're headed there in 2 weeks !!!

I really want to stay at the animal kingdom lodge😊

If you want to stay at Art of Animation but can only afford the little mermaid rooms (ahem, like me), on a busy morning make sure you walk around the back of hourglass lake not through art of animation to the skyliner station. The line for the skyliner grows long down the pop century path side, so if you go up art’s side, you’ll only then have to track back the length of the line and have walked 3/4 of the way around the lake.

I plan to stay at the swan and dolphin hotel

Baby steps to the Skyliner. Baby steps to the Monorail. Baby steps to the internal bus loop.

Animal kingdom lodge is the hotel I dream about,lol. The balcony right there by the wild life. But in 2 days it will be my first time staying inside Disney and my granddaughters first time down there. We are very hyper for it. She looooves Mickie Mouse lol. It's in countdown mode tonight, going to get all packed and then for the 17 hour drive down. Funny, even after the drive,once we hit Disney, I'm good to go lol.

@dfbbreea

26 күн бұрын

Oh, I TOTALLY get that. I grew up in the Midwest and my dad ALWAYS insisted we drive to the parks instead of fly - which was EXHAUSTING. But one we crossed into the Disney bubble, suddenly my energy would magically return 🤣

At 4:51 is that some cruise ship B roll? I was like wait - what Disney hotel is that??

My experience at the dolphin wasn’t good I really doubt I’ll ever stay there again.

*Real question* I tried getting a quote with an agency for the Disney package but I crunched the numbers and I found it to be cheaper when I did it myself... Is it because I'm planning more than a year ahead? ... anyone any help?

Question that Swan and Dolphin nurses rate, is that only for US nurses or nurses in general. Because my wife's a nurse in Canada.

@MossFamilyTravels

17 күн бұрын

Usually it is just US though I have heard some people get away with it. I would approach it as you are not getting it but it would be the cherry on top if you did.

I always carry a couple of trash bags with me. 1 keeps the dirty close seperate from the clean clothes. 2 jeeps thebwet clothes seperate from thebdry clothes. And they take up virtually no room at all.

I would LOVE to stay at the Polynesian some day, but I’m afraid it’s too far out of my price range.

@dfbbreea

26 күн бұрын

That’s why I’m glad I can still visit without always getting a room 😅 Love that place too, but my wallet sure doesn’t 🙃

@MossFamilyTravels

17 күн бұрын

You’d be surprised. I priced out a dvc timeshare room and it pays for its fee in droves.

It’s not as scientific as your methods, but for Old Key West you want to stay near the Peninsular Road bus stop. It’s close to the main area and it’s the first stop when you’re coming back from the parks.

This video was where I learned that extra magic hours is only for deluxe resorts, no longer moderates. That’s another loss of a perk compared to our last trip (Caribbean). That’s kinda raw :( Any hacks for that?

@dfbbreea

25 күн бұрын

Moderate resorts still have PART of the old extra magic hours perk! While you won’t be able to use the extended evening hours (which are for deluxe resort guests only), you WILL be able to use early theme park entry (which allows you to enter any park on any day 30 minutes before the general public). This can still give you a nice head start to the day to get on your priority ride before the park opens!

@gadfly4190

25 күн бұрын

@@dfbbreea thank you. We’ve done early rope drop. Frozen was a long sprint with a kid on my shoulders LOL. Our previous visits to Caribbean let us use the extended evening hours. We booked for Oct 24, assuming that was still the case. We have MNSSH tix, though!

@MossFamilyTravels

17 күн бұрын

You can always call a switch to a deluxe. They haven’t had those perks for moderates since before COVID

@TheDeloutre

16 күн бұрын

Split stay (on the extended magic hours day?) Just a thought?

AllEars counted 125 steps from Yacht & Beach Club to Epcot? We need a video of the step-counting.

What hotel havent you guys stayed at yet

As far as Dolphin hotel all i can say is WOW>....we have stayed there for many trips for decent not cheap but cheaper that Disneys......BUT WHOA i have no idea what happend this year but their prices have gone sky high....as high as a Disney resort which is a bummer for us.....Times sure have changed in a year for sure......so its Disney hotels for us......

I know DFB loves to push the Swan or Dolphin but you rarely highlight the big negative. I recently stayed in the Boardwalk Inn and walked over to these hotels. I was surrounded by hoards of business suit wearing folks. These hotels have lots of convention guests. Not family friendly. In addition I had a hard time finding hotel staff to answer questions. That never happens in a WDW hotel

@andyharvey49

26 күн бұрын

I love DFB but I'm not sure why they are such fans of the Swan/Dolphin. I can always find better discounts at other Disney hotels and the resort fee is ridiculous.

@flipcoin6301

26 күн бұрын

Use Marriott Bonvoy points

Wait we can book certain rooms? I thought they were like all other hotels and you didn't get to choose your room.

@caraquillin7168

20 күн бұрын

Ohhhh did you just tell me I can save 10%..... I'm a Corrections Officer and here in MI at least it falls into Law enforcement

@MossFamilyTravels

17 күн бұрын

@@caraquillin7168It depends on what the cast members determine at check in.

Why does no one talk about Garden Grocer anymore? Support local!

Pop Century and Art of Animation art the best. Why stay at a Disney resort hotel that lacks any of the Disney characters. If want a hotel with absolutely no hint of Disney movies I'll stay off property for 1/3 the cost.

@dfbbreea

25 күн бұрын

A win-win!

Your Refillable Mug fact wasn’t much of a fact. I thought it was common knowledge- can be used at all resorts.

The first responder discount at Swan/Dolphin is literally never the lowest generally available discount. It’s such a slap in the face.

1st :)

@vincent412l7

26 күн бұрын

33,262nd

You know… Steps vary based on size of human and their gate. I suspect the mid to low 5ft range of human was well represented by the testers in these calculations. Which is fine, I guess. Maybe a measuring in standard feet would have been more empirical.

@lovedfriend2020

26 күн бұрын

or if you are in a wheelchair or power chair or ECV!

@dfbbreea

26 күн бұрын

Yup! It’s gonna DEFINITELY be different for everyone! This is just our reporters going the extra mile to illustrate how much closer these rooms actually are to those main amenities!

@3NDER24

26 күн бұрын

@@dfbbreeaI appreciate it! Going for my honeymoon in June and it’s our first time staying at Poly, all of this channel’s vids are a life saver.

@nancy9478

26 күн бұрын

A measuring wheel like contractors, landscapers, surveyors use would be perfect for this.

@MeMyselfAndUs903

26 күн бұрын

9:13 Kroger option would be best for me!

What is the average height and gait of your reporters? Jk Jk! 🙃Thank you for all that you and the team do!

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