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  • On Sep 12, 2024
    Amanda from VA Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    Hi! We are planning a last-minute trip & don't know where to stay! We're debating between Art of Animation, Caribbean Beach & Port Orleans French Quarter. We will have a disability stroller & need gluten-free food options. Help!

    Hi Amanda,

    Welcome to planDisney!

    As much as I love to plan in advance, planning a last-minute visit is quite exciting! Your research so far seems outstanding. Each of those resort hotel choices are lovely. Aside from the different storytelling themes at each location, I will point out that Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort has table-service dining in addition to quick-service options. At Disney's Caribbean Beach, we have Sebastian's Bistro. At Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter, you could walk over to Boatwright's Dining Hall located at Disney's Port Orleans - Riverside.

    My family loves resort hotels with multiple transportation options, so note that Disney's Art of Animation and Caribbean Beach resorts both have access to the Disney Skyliner in addition to Walt Disney World® Bus Service. You would be able to use the Skyliner to get to EPCOT and Disney's Hollywood Studios and to Disney's Riviera resort in case you want to dine at Topolino's Terrace - Flavors of the Riviera. Disney's Port Orleans - French Quarter has access to Walt Disney World® Water Transportation with service to Disney Springs.

    Now, let's talk about that gluten-free diet. Be sure to review the information on Special Dietary Requests. Then, always check the menus of the dining locations you plan to visit. For example, taking a look at the Topolino's Terrace breakfast menu, if you scroll through the menu, you will see some gluten-free options. To see a dining location's menu, just go to the homepage of that location and click on the option to View Menu. Then select the meal period you would like to see. When you make your advanced dining reservations, also indicate any food allergies. If you can check-in for your dining reservation on the My Disney Experience Mobile App, also note that food allergy. Finally, when you arrive to the restaurant, talk with the cast member who serves you about any allergies. One of our girls has four significant food allergies, so we are always quite careful. She's able to navigate dining at Disney and we have been pleased with the level of attention provided. She also always speaks to the chef if she has questions. Finally, be sure to review all of the Services for Guests with Disabilities prior to your arrival.

    Amanda, I have to add that my husband and I spent our honeymoon at Walt Disney World and stayed at Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter. So this resort holds special memories for us. We loved walking around the grounds of the resort hotel in the evening. Get that vacation package booked! No matter which resort you choose, I trust that you will have an amazing visit!

    Magic and memories,
    Donyell
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Meet the Panelist: Donyell, North Carolina

Hello from North Carolina! I am a mom of twin girls, wife, and university professor who has been inspired by the creativity of Disney for a lifetime. Since my first Disney visit when I was 12-years-old, I have been drawn to the adventures crafted by Disney Imagineers. Planning Disney vacations helps connect me to families who will find in Disney the kind of joy my family has experienced over the years. Allow me to help you map your own Disney journey so that you, too can create the memories of a lifetime! Learn More About Donyell

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