Hi Jamie!
Thanks for stopping by planDisney! How exciting to be planning your very first Walt Disney World Resort vacation! I still remember my very first visit all the way back in 1989 and 35 years later the magic is as real as ever!
Jamie, with over two dozen hotels in the
Disney Resorts Collection, deciding which hotel is perfect for you and your family can sometimes feel like an overwhelming choice. Regardless of where you stay, you'll enjoy many great benefits as a resort guest such as
Early Theme Park Entry and
complimentary resort transportation. Don't forget that you can also begin making your advanced dining reservations and booking any special activities in the Enchanting Extras Collection for the
entire length of your stay 60 days before your arrival. And, new for 2025, you can
enjoy a complimentary visit to one of Disney's water parks on your arrival day!
I think
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort is a great choice for your first trip! This resort has some amazing, laid-back island vibes - perfect for unwinding after a busy day in the parks! I definitely recommend planning a resort day to relax in a hammock, splash at the
Fuentes del Morro pool, and enjoying a meal at
Sebastian's Bistro. The
Disney Skyliner has only added to the many reasons why Guests love this resort! With convenient access to EPCOT and Disney's Hollywood Studios, the Skyliner is my favorite mode of transportation. In my experience, a lot of the youth groups who visit Walt Disney World Resort for sports, cheerleading, or dance competitions often stay at one of the
Disney All-Star Resorts. I wouldn't let the cheerleading competition impact my decision to book a stay at Caribbean Beach!
Jamie, don't forget to pick up a complimentary 1st Visit celebration button when you arrive at your resort! As you continue to plan, my panelist pals and I are happy to help with any other questions you have to make your first visit practically perfect in every way! I hope we see you again real soon here at planDisney!
Cheers,
Kristi