Thanks for stopping by the Disney Parks Moms Panel, Gretchen!
I am so happy to help you plan your vacation to Walt Disney World Resort. Your vacation plans sound like a great way to have a fun and relaxing trip. My family loves to include some non-park days in our trip so we can enjoy some of the fantastic recreational activities offered throughout the resort. Since you are staying at
Disney's Art of Animation Resort, be sure to take advantage of the incredible
pools at the resort. I know my kids would absolutely love the Cozy Cone Pool!
To eat at a restaurant located in a theme park, you will need to have valid theme park tickets to get to the restaurant. On days when you do not plan on using a theme park ticket, you can take advantage of some of the fantastic restaurants located at any of the Walt Disney World Resort hotels or
Disney Springs. From African and Indian cuisine at Sanaa, seafood at Narcossee's, breakfast with Mickey at Chef Mickey's or Asian at Morimoto Asia, there are so many possibilities that you are sure to find something awesome options for your trip!
T-T-F-N, ta ta for now!
~Crystal B.