Ahoy, Nancy!
A warm welcome to planDisney. We're delighted you've dropped by with a fantastic
Walt Disney World Resort vacation planning question! I'm so excited to hear your trip to The Most Magical Place on Earth is just around the river bend. You've come to the right place, Nancy. I'm here to help set you up for smooth sailing during your upcoming vacation!
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watercraft transportation is one of the most relaxing ways to get between locations within the Walt Disney World Resort. The stately ferryboats that cruise along the picturesque Sassagoula River provide a scenic way to access Disney Springs from Disney's Port Orleans Resorts - Riverside and French Quarter, Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa, and Disney's Old Key West Resort. As with all watercraft transportation at the Walt Disney World Resort, this ferry route's hours are subject to weather and water conditions. However, at the time of writing, water transportation between Disney Springs and its nearby resorts is available until approximately one hour after Disney Springs closes for the evening.
If you haven't already, I highly recommend making a dining reservation or two at Disney Springs for your upcoming visit! There are so many phenomenal restaurants and menus to choose from in this one location. One of my current favorites is
Summer House on the Lake, which offers fresh flavors and stunning lakeside views. For a quicker bite, try
Chicken Guy! by Guy Fieri. Though the menu may seem basic, the food and sauces are bursting with flavor!
Nancy, I hope this information helps you to plan for your time at Disney Springs and I wish you a relaxing and restful stay at the Walt Disney World Resort. If you have any more questions before your trip, you can always revisit us here at
planDisney! We're here to help you make the most of your time at The Most Magical Place on Earth.
Warm wishes,
Lauren