Hey there, hi there, ho there, Ellen! You're as welcome as can be here at planDisney!
I can't imagine a better way to ring in the new year than a magical adventure at The Most Magical Place on Earth. And with a stay at
Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa?! That is worth celebrating, for sure! With its beautiful rooms, gorgeous grounds, fantastic dining options and fabulous health club, it's the perfect, peaceful home away from home right in the middle of the magic. Whether I'm home or at my home away from home, I love starting the day with a jog or workout, and I'm thrilled to help your son kick off his Disney days!
I just spoke with a helpful Cast Member at Saratoga Springs Resort who informed me that while the fitness center is open and available 24 hours per day, the health club where the showers are located is open daily from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. So, as long as your son has his MagicBand or mode of room entry with him, he should be able to get in an early morning workout and then hit the showers as early as 6:00 a.m. before meeting you in the parks. Happy and healthy New Year!
If you or your son enjoy running, jogging, walking or biking, Saratoga Springs is home to my very favorite trail at Walt Disney World Resort! The path is so beautiful and provides views of Disney Springs from along Lake Buena Vista. Plus, sticking with the Resort's horse-racing theme, the distance is marked in furlong instead of miles. How fun is that?! You can even
rent bikes at Horsing Around Rentals!
I hope this helps, Ellen, and I hope you and your family have the most magical vacation and year ahead! Please feel free to stop by any time with any questions you may have along the way. You've got a friend in me!
See ya real soon,
Mandy