Hi there, Jordan!
Welcome to planDisney! I'm so glad you stopped by as you prepare for your upcoming Walt Disney World vacation. Can you believe that you're
almost there?!?
I think you'll be so glad that you chose to call
Disney’s Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter your magical home away from home. With its compact size and idyllic location on the Sassagoula River, Port Orleans - French Quarter is one of my favorite Disney Resort hotels. The immersive atmosphere (think moss-covered trees, colorful architecture, and jazz) always makes me feel as if I've woken up in the middle of the Crescent City rather than in central Florida. In fact, the theming is so well done it has New Orleans local
Alison's stamp of approval! She'd also want you to know that
Scat Cat's Club - Café is home to her favorite beignets in all of Walt Disney World Resort.
Of course, it wouldn't be New Orleans without a chance to
laissez le bon temps rouler, so I'm happy to share that Port Orleans - French Quarter has historically honored Mardi Gras with fun festivities! Although this year's have not yet been announced, in years past the celebrations have included a
parade of Cast Member-decorated golf carts inspired by the floats of traditional New Orleans Mardi Gras parades, appearances by a certain Princess famous for her beignets, and specially-themed merchandise.
It's important to keep in mind that Walt Disney World's celebrations can vary from year to year, so I encourage you to keep an eye on the Disney Parks Blog as your visit approaches to see if you might get a sneak peek of what to expect. Of course, sometimes the magic of The Most Magical Place on Earth is kept as a surprise, so you'll want to stop by the Front Desk of the hotel upon arrival to see if Cast Members have any fun details to share with you that were not released online.
planDisney Pixie Dust: Did you know that the rooms of
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter are currently undergoing refurbishment? My husband and I were fortunate enough to stay in a refurbished room during a recent visit, and we adored the subtle Tiana-inspired touches and beautifully tiled bathroom floors. If you think you might enjoy one of these rooms, I encourage you to reach out to a Cast Member at
Disney Resort Hotel Reservations before arrival to request a refurbished room. Although requests such as this cannot be guaranteed, it's always worth a try!
I hope this information is helpful for you, Jordan, and that your upcoming vacation is filled with magical memories. If any additional questions arise as you continue your
countdown, you're welcome to
stop back by. I'm always happy to help!
Thinking Happy Thoughts,
Lizzie