In episode 110, we take a deep look at three of our favorite resorts including Bay Lake Tower, Contemporary and the Polynesian.  It’s also the first episode that we had live video on Periscope mobile application.

Momma says:

Andy called us about buying into the Polynesian on our way to visit Ben.

The Brazilian airline TAM and Disney World have partnered to put a character wrap around one of the Air liner’s Boeing 767’s.  Curtis tells his first original joke.

Run Disney- Lauren and Lisa meetup. Nick. David. And Laurie.

Lindsay’s fundraiser for World Hunger

Jeanette Lynn success during our Pooh to Tigger Challenge

Kevin’s pale around his neck

New listener from China- Anthony Tovar – listens while up with new baby

Lewis Sutton and Kat . Australia Red Margarita and not 11am. He needs more practice. 😄

Hack of the week – Visa Card rewards.

Weaknesses

“Magic Kingdom view” rooms mostly look out at parking lots and are overpriced.

Very small studios in Bay Lake Tower sleep no more that two people comfortably

Hordes of bugs are attracted to the Garden Building’s entry lighting

Hallway decor at Bay Lake Tower can feel institutional

Bus transportation to DHS, Animal Kingdom, water parks, and Disney Springs is shared with the other monorail resorts

No on-site child care

Strengths

Iconic architecture; the only hotel that the monorail goes through

Large very attractive guest rooms with nice views of Bay Lake

Easy Walk to Magic Kingdom

Rooms in the Garden Building can be relatively good value

Convenient parking

Best lounge at Walt Disney World(Top of the World, BLT)

Boat service to Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground

Weakness

Ongoing DVC construction through Winter 2015

No spa or exercise facilities

Bus transportation to DHS, Animal Kingdom, water parks, and Disney Springs is shared with the other monorail resorts

Strengths

Most family-friendly dining on the monorail loop

Fun South Seas theme

On-site child care

Boat and Monorail transportation to Magic Kingdom

Walking distance to EPCOT monorail

Among the best club levels of the Deluxe resorts

2 Bedroom Suite

Great place to sit on the balcony

Great views of Magic Kingdom; watch fireworks

Great view and can hear Electrical Water Pageant

Great quick service at Contempo Cafe; fun atmosphere(not busy like some complained; they want a quiet resort)

2 nice pools

My favorite restaurants

Great DVC room with 2 bathrooms and rain shower

Tiki torches

Great pool and pool bar

Great lounge

The BEST morning coffee walk; Bay Lake is good too

Both Monorail Loop

We pick a real good meal from a couple restaurants at both resorts

Cheese and Charcuterie Board – featuring unique American-crafted cheeses and artisan cured meats $15.49
Herb-salt Seasoned Beef Tenderloin – Caramelized Crimini Mushrooms, Garlic-Green Beans, whipped Potato puree, and Sauce Bordelaise $32.99Kona
Kona Beer Flight – Three Samplings, 5-oz each: Fire Rock Pale Ale, Longboard Island Lager, and Castaway IPA $7.50
Pot Stickers – wok-seared pork and vegetable dumplings with a creamy soy-ginger sauce $8.49
Sticky Wings – Glazed Chicken Wings with tangy Mustard Drizzle and Toasted Sesame Seeds $9.99
Togarashi Spiced Ahi Tuna – served with Tempura Fried Vegetables and Red Wine Reduction $24.99