Hotels, Resorts & Lodging

Welcome to La Dolce Vita. One of Universal's three Premier hotels, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel encompasses you in the sights, sounds, smells and savors of the romantic and relaxing Italian Riviera. From the picturesque painted houses to the charming cobblestone streets, the alluring ambience of this hotel truly makes it...

With its mild weather, abundance of attractions and beautiful beaches, it's no wonder San Diego is one of our favorite family vacation destinations. We love hopping down for a few days when we're visiting LA to experience the San Diego Zoo, LEGOLAND California, SeaWorld San Diego and Sesame Place. It's...

Enjoy a trip to Walt Disney World Resort and stay at an exotic destination at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge! This deluxe resort celebrates the beauty and wonder of Africa. Animal Kingdom Lodge is a froggy favorite — where else can you see African animals right from your room's balcony? Our...

Disney's Paradise Pier Hotel is in the process of transforming into Disney's Pixar Place Hotel, with an expected completion date in winter 2023. The Paradise Pier Hotel is still open throughout this process, which is great news as it's the most affordable of the three on-site Disneyland Resort hotels. Some...

Growing up, no matter which trip we were on, my parents always made sure our hotel had a pool. Leap and I have continued that trend with Tad and Lily. There's nothing better than hopping in the pool! That especially holds true on our trips to Walt Disney World. It's...

Summary With white-columned mansions, magnolia trees and carriage rides, guests are instantly transported to Southern charm at Disney's Port Orleans Resort – Riverside! Stroll along the Sassagoula River and take in the incredible tranquil sights of this large Disney moderate resort, or even rent bikes or a horse-drawn carriage! Enjoy...

If you’re a fan of animated Disney and Pixar films, then you’ll fall in love with the magic of Disney’s Art of Animation Resort. From detailed room decor to larger-than-life statues, Art of Animation is our top pick if you want to be surrounded by your favorite Disney characters —...

Rise and shine — today we're talking about Disney World's Early Theme Park Entry benefit! Early Theme Park Entry grants Walt Disney World Resort hotel guests access to any of the resort's theme parks — Disney's Hollywood Studios, Magic Kingdom, EPCOT and Disney's Animal Kingdom — 30 minutes before the...

Summary As we've talked about a time or two, all of the Walt Disney World Resort hotels offer a little something for everyone. While the Disney moderate resorts have most of the same benefits and amenities, each one has its own unique theme, transporting your frog squad to South America,...

Summary The Walt Disney World Value Resorts are excellent options for the kids and the kids-at-heart who appreciate all things quintessentially Disney. The value resorts are also perfect for those who enjoy saving a couple of bucks while not sacrificing the conveniences and magic of staying on Disney property. They're...