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Let’s Shine in St. Pete-Clearwater. Imagine a holiday where you can bask in the sun on pristine beaches and then dive into the magical world of Disney. A twin-centre holiday to St. Pete-Clearwater and Disney Florida offers just that. Start your adventure in St. Pete-Clearwater, where you can relax on award-winning beaches, explore vibrant arts scenes, and enjoy a variety of water sports. Then, head to Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, where the enchantment of theme parks, thrilling rides, and unforgettable experiences await. This perfect blend of relaxation and excitement ensures a holiday filled with diverse and memorable moments.
St. Pete-Clearwater
Sunset Vistas Beachfront Suites offers the ultimate family beach holiday with spacious condo-size suites and full service resort hotel amenities. Located on the stunning, award-winning sandy shores of Treasure Island, in the heart of the St. Petersburg-Clearwater beach communities, there’s plenty to keep all ages occupied. Breathtaking sunsets, shopping, restaurants, golf and much more are all part of this spectacular Florida beach resort.
Two and three bedroom condo-style suites offer expansive living areas with dining room, full size kitchens, washer/dryer and private balconies overlooking the powder-white beach and calm azure waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Luxuries added touches complete a picture of perfection including free Wi-Fi, plush pillow top mattresses and premium bedding. Relax in the Florida sunshine by the large resort pool with a separate wading pool for little ones to splash around in. Sip a favourite cocktail whilst enjoying the warm bubbles of one of the whirlpool spas and enjoy drinks with friends at the poolside beach bar, with live music at the weekends. Relax with a good book in the tropical courtyard and feast on waffles, sandwiches, pizza and more at The Sunset Vistas’ Cafe. The top of the range fitness centre is a great place to keep up the fitness routine and get ready for another perfect day at the beach.
Located perfectly within walking distance to an abundance of restaurants, shopping and watersports there’s a multitude of world-class attractions to choose from. Stroll the famous John’s Pass Village & Boardwalk and take a drive to Busch Gardens, The Clearwater Marina Aquarium and Lowery Park Zoo. A vast array of museums and galleries including The Salvador Dali and The Dale Chihuly are minutes away.
Treasure Island is known for its fun outdoor activities including jet skiing, boat tours, dolphin watching, parasailing and much more. Named after rumours of chests with fortunes were found on the island’s beaches, Treasure Island is the area’s premier destination for a relaxing beach holiday. A superb choice for all ages looking for an idyllic Florida beach paradise.
Orlando
Located in Disney Springs, Disney’s Port Orleans is divided into 2 completely different hotels. French Quarter giving you the romance of New Orleans’ French Quarter or Riverside inspired by rural Louisiana.
Walk along the cobbled walkways of Disney’s Port Orleans – French Quarter whilst admiring the breathtaking balconies with their delicate railings with a back drop of smooth jazz music and the sweet smell of magnolias. With gas lampposts and fountains nestled everywhere, you will really feel you have been taken back to the Big Easy. In the main lobby area, The Mint, you will find a delectable food court serving American and Creole food – Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Doubloon Lagoon, this is the French Quarter’s main pool area complete with its very own alligator waterslide. Decorated with a colourful Mardi Gras feel, Doubloon Lagoon is one of the brightest pools at Walt Disney World and scattered around the pool are comical characters from the Mardi Gras – watch as the children try to avoid being “sprayed”. A small distance form the main pool you will find a hot tub and the welcoming pool bar Mardi Grogs. where you can have a long, cool, refreshing drink -Towel hire is also available here.
Adjacent to the Doubloon Lagoon is a children’s playground. Here youngsters can climb and slide to their hearts content. South Quarter Games Arcade is where you will find approximately 51 games. Dotted all around Walt Disney World are the pressed penny machines, the French Quarter is no different – see your children’s faces light up while a penny is crushed, elongated and embossed with one of the famous Disney characters faces. For the more energetic amongst you, take a map from Guest Services and go for a jog through the winding pathways and riverbank trails around Disney’s Port Orleans or rent a bike for a leisurely ride around this truly beautiful resort.
Cajun Campfires is a relatively new activity where a campfire is lit at dusk-Join in traditional camp fire singing whilst toasting a marshmallows. Sassagoula is the name of the main food court here at Disney’s Port Orleans – French Quarter housed in a converted warehouse you can enjoy a big hearty cooked breakfast of eggs and bacon to set you up for the exciting days spent in the park. Lunch can be anything from a burger to a fresh salad. For dinner split-roasted chickens and barbeque ribs await you.
Just off of the main lobby is Scat’s Cat’s Lounge where you can relax in the jazz filled room surrounded by memorabilia, sip your favourite cocktail or one of Scar’s Cat’s Lounge specialities.
5 pools of fun are located throughout Disney’s Port Orleans – Riverside and each pool has a play area adjacent. Rent a rod from Ol’Man Island and master your fishing skills. In this old-fashioned fishing hole all the family will enjoy trying to catch catfish, blue gill and bass. Remember though Walt Disney World operates a “catch and release “policy. Be sure to take your camera to prove you did catch the biggest.
Dine in Boatwrights Dining Hall a rustic shipyard and savor the flavor of tasty New Orleans cooking. The Dining Hall is illuminated with hanging lanterns and the centrepiece is a skeletal hull of a lugger fishing boat which is suspended from the ceiling. Warm yourself by the fire as you look at the antique shipbuilding tools hanging on the walls. Boatwright’s Dining Hall is open for dinner only. Reservations are recommended and can be made up to 180 days prior to your visit. Call one of our travelplanners 020 3542 8888 to book this fabulous holiday staying in Disney and St. Pete/Clearwater.
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