Hello, Linda and welcome back to planDisney! We love to see a returning guest even more than Mr. Incredible loves his super suit!
Linda, with its convenient walkway to Magic Kingdom Park and great onsite dining options,
Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort is one of my favorite
Disney Vacation Club properties. I hope you love your stay!
Now, as a Disney Vacation Club Member, I love spending time at the resort and taking advantage of activities and “extras” so I appreciate this question. Just this past summer when my family and I stayed at
Disney’s Riviera Resort we played bocce, giant chess and painted banks in the Community Hall room. As the offerings are ever changing, my best recommendation is to ask for a Recreation Calendar at the Front Desk. You’ll likely see things like Mickey tie-dye (for a small fee), pool games, trivia and a schedule for
Movies Under the Stars. Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort also has a variety of outdoor game areas like tennis and beach volleyball. Linda, while I don't know if this offering will still be available in December, this summer Disney's Contemporary Resort offered a specialty experience: "Once Upon a Painting." For $30 guests were able to paint their own light up ceramic castle.
Now, Linda, while you'll likely be quite busy with all of the options at Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort, I know sometimes a change of scenery puts more Magic in your vacation. Due to a continued focus on health and safety, guests are asked to hold a dining reservation to visit a resort. Linda, while this information does preclude guests from jumping around to different resorts, it is also a great reason to schedule a lunch or dinner somewhere new! From Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort you can easily hop on the monorail and enjoy a meal at
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa or
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. I like to spend some time after our meal exploring the grounds or browsing through the shops. This is my favorite way to add resorts on to my list of "must-stays!"
Linda, I hope this helps give you some ideas for your next stay at Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort. Please come on back with any additional questions. From all of us hEAR at planDisney, have an INCREDIBLE vacation!
Lauren