Stop #Two on our upcoming Disney Trip this summer is another one of

 my favorite Disney Resorts and part of the Disney Vacation Club. If you are a 

DVC member most likely you have stayed here, if you haven’t it should definitely

 be added to your list. I don’t think a summer stay goes by that we do not spend

 at least a few nights at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Jambo House. If you

 are looking for something a little different with a very authentic African Savannah feel, 

this resort is for you. Honestly, our family can spend days at the Animal Kingdom 

Lodge without even hitting the Disney Parks. It’s off the beaten path and

 not far from the Animal Kingdom.

 This year we will be spending a few nights in a two room suite with a Savannah  view.

A Savannah view means you will have access to the view all 

day and all night right from your room and private balcony. When you check in you will 

receive a check list of Savannah animals you may see during your stay. 

I personally can think of nothing better than waking up to the sight of giraffes and zebras grazing a arm’s length away, or so it seems. 

As for the inside of the room, the pictures speak for themselves!

The pool, Uzima (meaning clear water), is an amazing sight. Just a stones throw behind

the pool you can find flamingos, giraffes and other animals in a natural setting.

If you are spending the day at the pool and wake up early check out what time the pool opens.

There is a special opening ceremony that takes place daily that your children can take part in.

Opposite the pool and through the lobby you can find the Savannah section of the resort.

You can find many African animals here and also some cast members from Africa that can share their 

knowledge and answer any questions.

A nightly story time takes place around a huge fire pit surrounded by wooden rockers. This is a wonderful

area to visit both day and night.

As a little tip, if you happen to be at the resort at about 8pm(check time at front desk), you will 

definitely want to hang around the lobby. If you have children they can choose an authentic African instrument from a cast member and get to test it out in the nightly parade throughout the lobby.

There is also the Cub Club where your children can find crafts and you can also check the 

children in for some extended fun if you choose. 

When you stay at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge be sure to test out at least one of the

dining areas. You can sample delightful African dishes in both sit down, buffet (Boma)and 

food court style at The Mara. Don’t worry if you are not adventurous, they also serve American choices.

If you have a chance to stay at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, take it! You will love it!

Disclosure:All opinions are that of Diane Sullivan. 

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By now everyone in the world knows what a Disney Family our little unit has been forever.

Since we are one of many Disney Vacation Members from 1997 we have the pleasure of

visiting Walt Disney World frequently and always staying at a Disney Resort.

Whether you are a DVC member or not if you are planning a Disney stay you always have to think ahead.

It is the middle of winter and our August trip is sealed up and we are set to go.

Some people like to go on vacation and stay put in one resort, but we love to switch it up between the 

different Disney Resorts to experience the fun and themes that each one has to offer.

We also love the unique pool and slide that each resort boasts.

Although The Art of Animation Resort is not included in the Disney Vacation Club selection, we 

could not resist staying there for a night or two at the request of our Little Mermaid fan.

If you want to fall asleep with your curtains open and the castle as your nightlight this is

definitely the place for you. I also love the access you have to Magic Kingdom. You can walk there, it is literally that close. There is a path right to the front gate of Magic Kingdom. There is also a boat service

to and from MK. As for connecting to other theme parks it does not get much easier than staying at

Bay Lake Tower. If you are not familiar with the Contemporary, the monorail goes right through the lobby of the hotel. This monorail will take you to the Magic Kingdom, Epcot, the ticket and transportation center, The Polynesian, and The Grand Floridian. You can also take the free Disney bus service from the Contemporary to any of the Four Disney Parks. 

As far as dining, you have quite a few choices if you want to stay right at the resort to dine.

We love the character energy of Chef Mickeys, located right in the lobby! If you have children that want to see characters up close, this is a great dining choice. Another perk is that you do not need a theme park

ticket to dine here. We always go to Chef Mickeys on one of our pool days (don’t skip the pool, you will love it). This way we can keep the character flavor in the day! There are also many other places to dine, play and shop on the grounds of the Contemporary Bay Lake Tower. 

You can check out all the dining here including The Wave and the famous California Grill.

If you ever have the chance to stay at the Contemporary Bay Lake Tower, you will not be

disappointed. If you are a DVC member it is worth the points! We cannot wait until August to 

stay there again.

Disclosure:All opinions are that of Diane Sullivan. 

For more information on Disney Vacation Club and free DVD click here.

Please tell them Diane Sullivan sent you. ELGeorgia@aol.com email me.

Twitter @3decades3kids @MyDVC 

Feb. 23 & 24

newest attraction that will open this spring 2013 at Sea World Orlando. Antarctica:
Empire of the Penguin on Tour was fun for the entire family. We had the chance
to learn about penguins and get an up close look at some of the live penguins that
did not seem to mind all of the onlookers. There were quite a few activities including 
making your own video dancing with penguins (you can view ours at the bottom 
of this post). We also enjoyed meeting up with Sea World’s life 
sized penguin, Puck! When you visit, don’t forget to pick up your passport
and visit all the stops for a stamp to pick up a special gift at the end of your
visit. There is also a crane, Ice Quest, that you can play for free if you tweet!
In the meantime, follow along on Twitter at +SeaWorld  #JoinTheVoyage.

SeaWorld Orlando’s newest and largest-ever attraction opening this spring, Antarctica
: Empire of the Penguin, will transport you into the icy world of the penguin like never
before.  You’ll feel the majestic grandeur of the South Pole and see it through the 
penguins’ eyes on an exhilarating, first-of-its-kind family ride.  You’ll explore a massive
penguin colony in an expanse that envelops them in cool extremes, both above and below the penguins’ icy world.  Join us for an Epic Voyage when Antarctica blows through the
King of Prussia Mall, February 23 through 24. 

You’ll get a virtual sneak peek of the continents thrills and chills when you walk side
by side with a penguin colony and become an Antarctic explorer in this unique family
experience. You can play games, take photos and enter to win an once-in-a-lifetime trip 
to SeaWorld Orlando. There will even be live penguins making scheduled appearances
throughout day. So bundle up and get ready, SeaWorld Orlando’s Antarctica is coming. 
Don’t miss it! For more information and your chance to win a trip to SeaWorld Orlando to
experience SeaWorld’s Antarctica: Empire of The Penguin visit SeaWorldOrlando.com/Antarctica.
Click here for a full list of cities the tour will visit. If they are by you, do not miss out.
It’s an awesome event for the entire family!

Disclosure: Diane Sullivan is a Sesame Place Ambassador Blogger +Sesame Place 

 Sea World is a partner park.

All opinions are that of Diane Sullivan. 

Email me at ELGeorgia@aol.com Twitter @3decades3kids 

Valentine’s Day & Despicable Me2 Perfect Together! Click here to download DESPICABLE ME 2 will hit the theaters SUMMER 2013! Visit the Official Website Like Despicable Me on Facebook Follow @DespicableMe Twitter Follow on Despicable Me Google+ Watch the latest trailer on YouTube                                 Universal Pictures and Illumination Entertainment’s worldwide blockbuster, Despicable Me, delighted audiences around the globe in 2010, grossing more than $540 million and becoming the 10th-biggest animated motion picture in U.S. history.  In Summer 2013, get ready for more minion madness inDespicable Me 2.  Chris Meledandri and his acclaimed filmmaking team create an all-new comedy animated adventure featuring the return of Gru (Steve Carell), the girls, the unpredictably hilarious minions…and a host of new and outrageously funny characters.

Disclosure: Information provided by Universal Pictures. All opinions are that of

Diane Sullivan. Email me at ELGeorgia@aol.com

Twitter @3decades3kids