WDW News & Rumors: Beauty and the Beast Bar, Stroller Restrictions, and More!
We’re back with another Walt Disney World news and rumor round-up. This time, we cover the Beauty and the Beast bar rumored for Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Disney’s plan to enforce stroller size restrictions, NBA Experience at Disney Springs details, and more.
Let’s start with one that’s a mix of news and rumor. Last week, Walt Disney World announced that Mizner’s Lounge at the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa would be closing for refurbishment starting April 4, and concluding sometime in Fall 2019. During the closure, a temporary lounge would be available on the ground floor by the Garden View Team Room, with the Grand Floridian Society Orchestra also performing on the ground floor.
Additionally, Commodore Porter’s, the menswear store adjacent to Mizner’s Lounge, will be closed to accommodate for a lounge expansion. Summer Lace on the ground floor will consolidate men’s and women’s apparel in one storefront. No details, concept art, or other info about the scope of the project were released at that time. Until now…
However, rumors have started to surface that the reimagined lounge will be themed to the live action Beauty and the Beast. No, this is not an early April Fool’s joke. The best I can tell, this rumor originated with Mizner’s Lounge regular @SchuckJH on Twitter, and has subsequently been corroborated by a slew of other insiders.
Per these rumors, the new Beauty and the Beast bar will consume much of the second floor, with 3 themed rooms. The Library will occupy the space of the existing lounge, with plush couches and a fireplace. Commodore Porter’s will become the main bar, themed to the Ballroom. Finally, the hallway area and outdoor patio will become a forest-like area.
There are a few things that gave me pause about this rumor. First, the Grand Floridian is not themed to France. Second, this is Walt Disney World’s flagship resort and arguably the most adult lounge, and one associated with Victoria & Albert’s and other Signature Dining. Finally, Walt Disney World is big on character integrity, and having a bar themed to characters and places strongly tied to an animated film is a questionable choice.
These are all reasons it should not happen, which should not be confused for reasons that it will not happen. Wilderness Lodge isn’t themed to Germany, and yet it recently received Storybook Dining. As for the other points, I’m guessing someone looked at the numbers Trader Sam’s is doing and thought, “Wow. We could increase these even more if we had souvenir mugs themed to an animated Disney film and more colorful, Instagram-friendly drinks.”
I’m still skeptical, but suffice to say, I won’t be at all surprised if this comes to fruition. Walt Disney World is becoming less and less about theme, and more about characters. Kids love them, and modern adult fans seem more interested in them than immersive theming that isn’t explicitly Disney.
As an old school Walt Disney World who fell in love with the place thanks to its rich theming, transportive environments, and original ideas, part of me wants to yell, “get off my lawn” to the people who don’t “get” what made Walt Disney World special for the first four-ish decades of its existence. However, another part of my recognizes that the times they are a-changing. As someone who cares less about Disney movies, I don’t get what makes Walt Disney World special to these new fans.
Nevertheless, I still don’t have to like an adult bar becoming a more juvenile environment that is at odds with an existing theme, nor do I have to be on board with the current IP-laden trajectory. Beyond that, I’m skeptical that what sounds like an ambitious project can be accomplished in the span of around 6 months.
One possibility is that Imagineering won’t go all-in on the Beauty and the Beast theme, but instead create environments that evoke settings from the live action film without expressly invoking them. In addition to being a quicker build and one that’s not quite as jarring in the context of a resort with a Victorian theme, this might serve to sidestep issues of character integrity.
If there’s a backdrop that vaguely resembles a library and a souvenir mug that looks like one of Belle’s books, that’s probably sufficient to get the Instagram crowd to drop $30 on a drink so they can post a photo with a clever caption about their ‘dreamy far off look with their mouth stuck in a booze book’ or something.
Either way, I’m now dreading what I initially felt was an overdue refresh of Mizner’s Lounge. If this rumor comes to pass in any sense, it’ll either be a half-hearted overlay that is bewildering and slightly out of place, or a whole-hearted overhaul that has depth but is completely out of place and at odds with the theme and sophisticated elegance of the Grand Floridian.
Next, Walt Disney World and Disneyland will begin enforcing stroller size limits beginning May 1, 2019. This would not be a new rule, as Walt Disney World’s Park Rules and Restricted Personal Items already prohibits strollers larger than 31″ (79cm) wide and 52″ (132cm) long.
It also wouldn’t be the first time both Disneyland and Walt Disney World contemplated doing something to enforce those rules. The same policy was on the cusp of being implemented last year, with size check stations outside of security, and a guest recovery protocol. For reasons unbeknownst to me, that enforcement never began and was shelved.
This would eliminate the large novelty strollers (the royal carriages that are more like undersized parade floats than oversized strollers), which have become a burgeoning small business around Walt Disney World. It’d also ban the stroller wagons that are pulled and loaded with enough rations to traverse the Oregon Trail.
Presumably, the goal is to roll out enforcement with enough lead time before Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opens that word starts to circulate about the new stroller policy so people leave their kids’ Cadillacs at home. For all parties involved, it’ll be better if the crush of crowds is reduced as much as possible.
As a non-parent, I’m not about to touch this topic with a 10-foot pole in terms of offering commentary. I will say that I’ve unintentionally locked eyes with a parent trying to navigate an oversized stroller amidst the gridlock of post-fireworks crowds in Magic Kingdom, and seeing the desperation and dejection in their face is something I can never unsee or forget. You could call it a cautionary tale, I suppose.
Next, NBA Experience will officially open August 12, 2019 at Disney Springs in the offer location of DisneyQuest. This one-of-a-kind environment will feature 13 interactive elements and hands-on activities across 44,000 square feet and two floors. Specifics are here, for those who care.
This has been under construction for a long time, as progress has been slow-going. I’ve questioned in various posts whether Walt Disney World has a sufficient NBA fan demo to make this a hit, and I’ll continue to wonder that until this opens and is or isn’t a hit. I think the Disney fan community (me included) isn’t qualified to answer this, as we probably have blinders on. The NBA is very popular with begrudging dads, international guests, and locals who also aren’t necessarily Disney fans.
Finally, there’s a new “Queue Re-Entry Pass” now in use at Avatar Flight of Passage in Pandora at Animal Kingdom. If a guest needs to leave the line to use the restroom, they can find a Cast Member who will give them a lanyard with the pass attached, which allows one person (or an accompanied minor) the ability to leave the line, use the restroom, and re-enter to meet back up with their party.
This is hardly major news, but it’s a welcome and overdue addition for anyone who has ever waited 3 hours in line for Flight of Passage. Unfortunately, sources inform us that Avengers: Endgame will not have such a pass, but here’s hoping that it has an intermission. (The last film I saw with an intermission was The Hateful Eight, and that was a welcome addition, and nice chance to process what had happened–I’m sure Endgame could use the same.)
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YOUR THOUGHTS
What do you think of these stories? Thoughts on potential stroller restrictions? Excited about the prospects of a Beauty and the Beast themed bar, or think it’s inappropriate for Walt Disney World’s flagship, Victorian-themed resort? Think it’ll happen or would it be out of character for Walt Disney World? Any questions we can help you answer? Hearing your feedback–even when you disagree with us–is both interesting to us and helpful to other readers, so please share your thoughts below in the comments!
I do not agree with doing a Beauty/Beast theme in a bar in the Grand Floridian. It just doesn’t fit the theme of the hotel! I understand both sides of the stroller issue and I agree with the comment about decreasing the crowds. As a former annual passholder one of the reasons for non renewal after four years of being one the big crowds was one of the reasons for non renewal.
I just want to chime in here about strollers. As the parent of a “normal” looking 10 year old with Autism, we bring a Baby Jogger stroller for her because sometimes the stimulation is too much and she needs her own space to get away. I have been on the receiving end of many a dirty look because of this. The stroller enables us to go to a place that she enjoys and is free to be like any other kid. And I dread the day she is too big for it. That said, there are legitimate reasons why a child who “looks old enough to walk” may need a stroller. I would ask people to be kind and not judge too quickly as things are not always what they appear to be on the surface.
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The NBA experience is bound to fail. The NFL partnered with Cirque du Soliel to create the 40,000 square foot NFL Experience in Times Square last year which sounds similar (various interactive experiences, etc). It was a disaster and shuttered in less than 12 months.
Have you heard any rumours for the free dining in December?
Do you think the stroller restrictions will apply to medical strollers? I can understand why they want to limit stroller sizes, because we did have issues parking, etc. with our last one. At 66″ in length, yes we took up the entire standing area across on the monorail. I don’t know if I can get a model that will fit him (age 10+) and fit the specs.
Seems like a logistical nightmare to enforce if you’re making us go through guest services or some side counter at every park for our stroller, mercy. We already do that once for the DAS. It would be ok if they tagged our stroller as medical and then it was just done for the trip. Surely they’ll have some kind of plan.
“Do you think the stroller restrictions will apply to medical strollers?”
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Mr. Bricker, thank you for all that you and the Mrs. do to bring us Disney info and your photography ideas have helped me take excellent pics of Disney Christmas lights. However what concerns me is: Why would Disney put a Beauty and The Beast themed bar in the Grand Floridian when it belongs in Beast’s Castle. The Grand Floridian, as you said and we all know has a vintage style theme to it and I would hate to see that disappear. Why can’t they theme the bar differently? The theme should be more consistent with the Grand Floridian’s charm this bar thing seems so out of place. Can’t we get a petition started to get Disney to rethink this horrible decision.
Are there any straight up bars in any of the parks? I know you can get alcohol at the restaurants, but I’d think they’d want to leave the “Bar Scene” at the hotels and not in a park where Beasts castle is. That being said, regardless, you’re right, Grand Floridian is not the best site for a BATB bar 🙂
I’ll sign that petition!
I think the bathroom pass is a great idea! Curious though, does that also work for a single rider?
I am a frequent visitor to WDW, and I can’t say that I’ve really noticed any truly “over-sized” strollers. I think a lot of the responses here are misguided if you think double-strollers and Keenz wagons will now be a thing of the past. Indeed, the size restriction that Tom mentions (36″ x 52″) would not affect our Keenz (which we have not taken to WDW) and our double stroller (which we have taken to WDW).
So not sure what the hub-bub is all about. But to the extent there are grossly excessively large strollers/wagons, then, sure, that’s great that they will not be allowed. But as others have stated, the scooters are probably a bigger issue anyway (are they longer than 52″?).
Chiming in about the strollers…. Keenz are not over the size limit and as others have stated it has been confirmed that they will continue to be allowed. As a family of SEVEN, with kids 10 to 2, our keenz is invaluable to us. We had 3 kids asleep in it when we closed out MVMCP Dec 20th this past year. The “short” days we did at Universal that trip were miserable when we thought it would be easier just to walk over from the hotel without it. Not to mention with ticket prices continuing to soar, bringing food in (and it takes alot for 5 kids) keeps it feasible for us to take family trips. For the record, our couples trip this past August was glorious with no packed snacks or strollers or rider switch or endless bathroom trips, but we love our kids and love seeing the joy on their faces and we will continue to go as long as we can keep up with the pricing inflation.
Well, I retract my previous comment as Disney has now explicitly stated that Keenz are no longer allowed. This is really disappointing as it falls well within the size limits and functions the same as a traditional stroller. I don’t know why it’s being singled out. I guess now we try to come up with even more money for our planned labor day trip to figure out something else that will not work as well for our family…
We learned the hard way trying to carry a large stroller our first time out as parents. Trying to break that thing down and get on the hotel bus was a nightmare in itself. We made the next two trips with a lightweight micro stroller only.
I have observed so many people struggle in exactly that scenario or navigating large crowds that I’ve told myself we’ll only ever do umbrella strollers if we have kids.
Of course, I say that as a non-parent totally oblivious to actually using umbrella strollers versus the larger ones. Who knows how my thoughts will change with actual firsthand experience.
Tom, there are larger umbrella strollers that work really well for holding all the things you need for your child while still folding up like an umbrella stroller, but are in the $50-$60 range. Buy those kind, not the cheap $15 umbrella. Those things are short (as in back breaking bending over short) and hard to push anywhere (They don’t maneuver any minor obstacles), can’t imagine how terrible your life would be pushing that around Disney.
The only thing about the Keenz stroller/wagons is with the case of my cousin. He is turning 5 years old and has a severe disability where he has to have oxygen brought with him, he can’t walk, along with a host of other stuff that I don’t know much about. He received a trip through Make-a-Wish and the only reason they could go is because Disney allowed the Keenz. Luckily, he has already gone on his trip and all went well. I agree that strollers have gotten too large, but I hope that Disney keeps in mind that a lot of children with disabilities might need an exception.
That would fall under the purview of a reasonable accommodation per the ADA, so I think people in those (or similar) circumstances would be fine.
Please no on the Beauty and the Beast bar, for all the reasons you stated. And I say that as a parent of a two year old daughter who loves Belle. We can go to Be Our Guest. Leave the GF alone. Instagram was the worst thing to happen to old school Disney fans. I’m sure it was the best thing to happen to Disney merch, however, so it’s effects and spoils are here to stay.
Please yes on the stroller restrictions. Those giant doubles are ridiculous. I hear people say all the time how great it is to have a huge double so they can bring all of their stuff into the park. What stuff?! I don’t want my kids to grow up quickly, but a part of me can’t wait until we are stroller free. We have a toddler and a pre-schooler, and we push two very small umbrella strollers. Two umbrellas are better than a huge double anyway, because we frequently split up with our kids, and our pre-schooler generally only needs a stroller at Epcot.
One question–you say it will be themed after the ‘live-action’ version? I honestly think that would be worse than the animated version, even if that’s only because I’m developing a real, seething hatred for the live-action cash-grabs that Disney is putting out every year. Thank goodness my kids aren’t too interested in any of them. I couldn’t make it 30-minutes through the live version of Beauty and the Beast.
I’m also not a fan of the live action version, but think it’s the lesser of two evils here. My guess is that they’re choosing the live action version because it’s environments are more ‘sophisticated’ and less cartoony, which would be even more out of place in the Grand Floridian (and probably receive more criticism for targeting kids with a bar–I doubt Disney wants any “Joe Camel” type criticism).
However, the live action backdrops are based on the animated film settings, so there’s that.
I would love a well done Beauty and the Beast themed bar but agree that the location seems odd. The cartoon is my favorite Disney film so I’m up for anything themed to it!
And hallelujah for the bathroom pass! I thought I was going to wet my pants on the ride by the time we got to the pre-show Getting in line first thing in the morning was good, first thing after coffee was not so good!
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As a parent who has done the parks with two kids under six, I 100% agree with restricting stroller sizes.
What Disney could do to really move the bar, but I doubt they ever will, would be to require a prescription from a licensed physician to be on a motorized scooter. I am so thankful those things exist for those with a legitimate medical need. That being said, the consequences of subsisting on sugary drinks and processed foods without exercise do not a legitimate medical need make.
If someone is obese (due to whatever reason), they would indeed qualify for a note from a doctor for a motorized scooter.
Maybe the Dr. should prescribe walking for the trip to start to fix the problem vs. riding on a motorized device and perpetuating the cycle? Just a thought.
If you don’t ride a scooter for your day to day activities outside of the park, probably not the best idea to start riding one in a crowded theme park. At least require some sort of licensing exam? The number of people who don’t ride those things on the regular and as a result are a hazard in the park is obnoxious.
Let’s be respectful and tread lightly with this topic, please. This is the kind of thing that can quickly devolve into personal attacks and insults, and if it does, I won’t hesitate to delete comments.
I have been confined to my electric wheelchair for over 40 years an I find it frustrating when waiting in line for an attraction with lots of scooter users who use them as a mobile seat and once inside run to sit in the best seats.
The worse thing is having to wait for the next Disney bus as someone who is fully capable of walking takes the accessible space on the bus.
Disney should give a preference card for people who have a genuine disability not just using a convenience vehicle for transport.
First, I’m a Disney passholder, so I’m there often. I have never used a scooter personally but we have bought one and taken my 86 year old mother-in-law to Disney and she rode the scooter, obviously do to her age and ability not to walk far. We had a lot of wonderful people say things like “I’m so happy your still getting out and enjoying life, I wish my parent had did that.” On the other hand, a LOT of people don’t take into consideration it’s a old person on a scooter it’s NOT going to stop on a dime-so don’t try to rush past so you can get ahead of her. People can be so RUDE because they are impatient. I must also say, I have a breathing issue do to a inhalation accident at work-you CAN NOT see this. It also left me with one eye of vision, so judging curbs etc can be hard for me. Add a host of other medical problems that arose from that including a small tumor on my brain that can cause GREAT pain at times. For those times, I was given a handi-cap parking pass, which I only use when I have to get medication or grab milk etc and I’m hitting my inhaler every 10 minutes, but I can’t count the number of times I’ve been RUDELY chastised that “I’m taking up a handicap space and don’t need one.” Etc to the point of a man blocking my car in as he called 911 ( did he get a shock when the officer arrived and went through my paperwork!) I know people look “fine” or “normal” or “healthy” and YOU THINK they shouldn’t have a handicap pass/scooter whatever but you may not be able to SEE what’s wrong. IE waiting for a kidney transplant, might not get it so goes to Disney with kids to make memories “in case.” Or CF, some are on oxygen but maybe it’s a good day for them and they don’t need oxygen today and that’s WHY they went to Disney but they still can’t walk far and most CF patients only live till their 20’s-you see a 20 year old on a scooter and throw a fit. Someone with young onset heart failure would take steroids (and gain A LOT of weight) this might be their only shot to enjoy Disney but you don’t see anything except their fat. It’s against the LAW to require every person to go to the doctor get a note, then wait in line to show the note and then wait to get in all that is humiliating. So don’t judge. I get annoyed with all the “service dogs” sadly dragged through crowds at Disney at least 1/2 are just people who want their pet with them, that is NOT a emotional support animal!! BUT, for those few that DO need I will deal with the others that drag their pet for “fun.” Because that one person might have the best day at Disney and get a rare smile. Again, you can NOT make people PROVE anything under the disability rights acts, that just makes them feel “more different.” Don’t judge, until Fido comes up shoves his head in everyone’s crotch for a dog hello and then tries to hump them, seen it happen and yea I JUDGED with my eye roll REAL QUICK-but I said nothing. Put yourself in someone else’s shoes, they are heavy for what ever reason, they never leave the house as it’s hard to walk, maybe getting on a scooter is the only way they COULD get around Disney do to the weight? Maybe seeing everyone else LIVE life and not sit home and pass them by makes them decided…”I want that too!” So they lose weight. Do we say because you are heavy-stop living until you can walk? Stay home forever because your a pain in the butt. Food for thought people, we are all going through SOMETHING and if you want your something (relationship issues, finical issues, bad attitude issues, bad decisions, etc) to have people be understanding you must afford other that understanding. We are all on a planet for a millisecond compared to time and we’re here together for a brief snidbit-can’t we try to care more? Okay, sorry I’m getting off my soap box, I’m sure someone has laundry to do.
We have three that have all been to Disney World when they were stroller age, and I could not agree more! We always took the smallest stroller we could reasonably fit everything into, and it was always a hassle to try and even get that around. I’m sure I shot more than one parent a dirty look when they had a stroller five times the size of ours with a 7-year-old and a twin-bed packed on it, shoving their way through the crowds…
I dont have kids but the strollers dont bother me. I honestly find it neat to see how people jazz them up to make them stand out. THE SCOOTERS HAVE GOT TO GO! I completely understand people who legitimately need them but the majority of people I saw on them were using them irresponsibly. Its frustrating to get stuck behind one or nearly get taken out by someone going too fast.
Our two year old was struck by an angry man on a scooter last October. Both he and his wife were on scooters facing each other when all of a sudden he flew into reverse and struck my 2 year old granddaughter. He never stopped to see if she was alright he just sped off. I agree some of the scooter riders are very hazardous drivers.
We also have done the full days of Disney with our kids at age 3 and 4 with no stroller. We just planned for enough breaks and knowing we likely wouldn’t get everything we wanted done in one day. But, we also had started leaving the stroller at home as soon as the kids could both walk well (when the youngest was 18 months) to parks, the zoo, state fair, etc. so they (and us parents!) could learn their limits and take a break or leave when the kids were “done,” as well as helping them learn very young to not run off as some innocent toddlers tend to like to do (believe me, I completely understand why some parents tether their toddler to themselves in these situations!).
As far as I can tell, I’ve never been personally delayed from getting where I need to go in any Disney park due to child or adult strollers. Although I don’t have a problem with young children in strollers in any location, I can’t help but wonder what is going through the parents’ minds when they bring a stroller for their 8+ y.o. I understand there are children with special needs–I work with kids with disabilities and special needs and I know the difference between that and an otherwise healthy child in an oversized stroller packed with everything and the kitchen sink. If your kids are healthy and able, I do think that making them walk in these types of situations by the time they are 4+ goes a long way in helping them learn healthy behaviors, habits and responsible independence.
If parents are worried about having to lug around child-related supplies without the stroller, every Disney park has a Child Care Center. It has quiet, cool rooms, private areas for nursing, and stocked with diapers, baby and toddler food/snacks, minor medical supplies, and most other things families might think they need that they can get there, so they don’t have to carry around things they “might” need all day long.
Obviously, every child is different. I’ve been trying to put an end to the stroller usage for years (my daughter is 4) but due to back surgery, I can’t lift more than 20 lbs. So if my child is done, I can’t carry her. As for lugging around supplies – while it’s true the Child Care Centers have some items, I went to the one at Epcot and it did not have one crucial item that it even says online that it has (menstrual pads) because they happened to be out of them that day. While I was there, they “sold out” of one type of formula. I would never rely on a store in a theme park having exactly what I needed for a baby rather than bringing in my own supplies, and I truly doubt most parents can afford to buy stuff there rather than bringing in their own. The centers stuff isn’t free! I think maybe people should consider walking a tad bit slower, looking around at the amazing scenery, and letting all the people on scooters or strollers just exist in the same world rather than coming up with reasons why they shouldn’t be in a stroller or scooter that inconveniences someone else for a minute.
I agree with you RE breaks for small kids. We have been to Disney three times with the grandkids, starting when they were 5 and 3, and never took a stroller. When they were tired, we went inside somewhere (Country Bear Jamboree, for example) where it was cool, rode the train around the park, or explored less popular/crowded attractions. We didn’t try to see everything either. I think that having the kids walk enabled them to see more of the park too instead of whizzing by everything.
The Keenz 7s Stroller is actually still permitted as its dimensions are 26.5″ x 44.0″ so long as you ONLY push the stoller and do not pull it as a wagon. Main Street Strollers (the company i have booked my rental for the Keenz 7s Stoller) has sent me a letter assuring that they have called and reconfirmed with Walt Disney World Stroller Rental that it will still be permitted! (Thank god since i already booked it!) Thanks for all the super informative posts! Its helped so much in planning our first family trip!
Thanks for the info on this. I have no concept of stroller sizes, but assumed those would be prohibit just based upon eyeballing the wagons I’ve seen in the park. Perhaps there are larger sized wagon-style strollers that are also popular? Or perhaps this enforcement is mainly aimed at the royal coaches and other novelty strollers.
I don’t know. Strollers are definitely not an area of expertise for me.
Haha i have to admit i did a quick panic after reading the article and was going to change my stroller reservation to a regular double stroller so i would have no issues but Main Street Strollers did say that the restriction was on Keenz LIKE strollers so i am also assuming it is the larger type wagons and novelty strollers that will be cracked down on. Thanks again for all the up to date posts! Keeps the wait of our trip exciting!
Why would a keenz be banned under these rules? A keenz is 20″ x 34″.
The Keenz issue doesn’t really make sense to me, considering it is the same width as a single stroller, smaller than the double seat rental strollers that you get from the park, you push it in front of you, just as a normal stroller, and it can fold up smaller than a double stroller like a BOB. It’s easily manuevered through the parks. What would they rather do with families that have more than one child who need a stroller?
My 2 year old was perfectly happy (and comfortable to nap) in her small umbrella stroller for our days in the parks. The stroller spent a good amount of time being parked away from us because the entire point of taking your child to Disney world is to enjoy the rides, etc. I have no idea what the point of bringing these massive strollers is in the first place and would be very happy to see size restrictions enforced.
Wondering what specifications they will put on strollers so I know whether or not to go buy a brand new BOB or rent one for our trip….I have a 36 pound + tall for his age almost 3 year old. I will pay for a nice stroller that is easy to navigate the long days so he is comfortable. Will be interested to see what happens before I place a credit card payment on a rental company or like I said buy one outright. Thanks for keeping us in the know Tom!
Rent one. Stroller theft isn’t common but it does happen and BOBs are expensive, it would be terrible to have someone walk away with your new stroller. I rented a CityMini GT for our then 3 year old and it’s quite similar to a BOB and worked really well, big canopy and easy to maneuver. Rented ours from Kingdom Strollers, they delivered right to the resort.
You are so right! I sometimes worry our son will be wild in the airport during the transportation part of things but we can just deal and have the stroller there waiting for us! I guess I was just worried about exactly how small of a stroller we were talking! My son would probably bust the wheels off a tiny stroller. Not to mention the last time we went I felt like the strollers you can actually rent from Disney were bigger than our Chico bravo! Anyway thanks for the advice will secure my rental today 🙂
We have a Babyzen Yoyo Stroller. It is good up to 50lbs and folds up small enough to fit in an overhead bin on an airplane with one hand. On our last trip to Disney, everyone was asking where we got it. It is quite pricey, but worth it if you’re able. I’ve seen quite a few strollers enter the market with similar specs so you might even find one that’s a better value.
I hope this Beauty and the Beast themed bar at the Grand Floridian rumor is not true. I’ve overreacted more than once and had to walk back my criticism of things they have done but have to agree, that a Beauty and the Beast themed bar in the Grand Floridan lobby is way out of place. It would be better at the new River Country Resort. The elegance, sophistication and grandeur of the lobby is one of the key features of that resort. It should not be messed with. I imagine lines of people similar to the absurd lines at Trader Sam’s, with kids dressed like Belle trying to get a seat in the Beast’s ballroom for an overpriced specialty drink, kiddie cocktails, and souvenir cups. Some things just don’t need a movie tie in. As for the Giant strollers being limited – long over due. And they should be folded up before taking the entire floor space in the monorail too.