Luxury Travel Advisor - November 2007 - (Page 60) THE BED IN THE PRESIDENTIAL SUITE (left) at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge was constructed in the room to accommodate its size. some of the resort’s wine rooms. Jiko’s at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge has the private Cape Town Wine Room, which seats up to 40 guests and serves up what it says is one of the most exclusive South African wine lists in the United States. The wine list at Cítricos at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is well worth a try; diners can savor three-course wine pairings. It’s even easy to go “spaing” with family members at Disney. We suggest a visit to the Grand Floridian Spa & Health Club, where moms can enjoy a sea-salt wrap, a Swedish massage or a thermal infusing facial. Little girls, meanwhile, can enjoy a series of “My First …” spa treatments, such as manicures and pedicures and even mini-facials. To schedule an appointment, visit www.relaxedyet. com or call (407) 824-2332. For clients who want to hit the high seas while they’re in Florida, reserve the Grand 1, a 52-foot Sea Ray yacht, which serves up a “pampered VIP boating experience” for up to 18 on the waters of also treated to a lavish breakfast. Did you know that, through Disney’s VIP Tour Service, you can arrange for a guide who will set up dining reservations for all Walt Disney World restaurants and special viewing areas at parades and live stage shows for your client? They’ll even shop for your those who don’t want to do it themselves. While the kids take a break at one of Disney’s many children’s offerings, adults can test out Seven Seas Lagoon and Bay Lake just outside of the Magic Kingdom. Excursions provide great views of the Magic Kingdom and other attractions, but we say taking an evening sunset cruise is tops, especially on those evenings when “Wishes,” an extravagant fireworks display, takes place above the Magic Kingdom. We hear that the Grand Floridian private-dining staff can create anything from an evening snack to a gourmet five-course meal with fine wine pairings for those booking the Grand 1, and that a private butler can also be secured. Call (407) WDW-PLAY. For a complete overview of Disney’s product offerings, visit www.disneytravelagents.com. Heading over to Universal Orlando Resort? We suggest a stay in a top suite at one of the three on-site Loews hotels, all of which have earned AAA’s Four Diamond award. At the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, it’s all about the 2,115-square-foot Governatore Suites, which have a spacious bedroom, whirlpool tub, separate study area, dining area and plenty of space to entertain. Want to take it up a notch? The Presidente Suite is 2,715 square feet and includes ADVISOR INSIGHT: Sandy Nussbaum of Instant Impressions Travel Services in Parsippany, NJ sells all things Disney exclusively. At Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, she recommends staying on the club level of the resorts to enjoy a true luxury experience. “All of Disney’s deluxe resorts have an appeal,” she says. While some might prefer one of the resorts that is just steps away from the theme parks, Nussbaum notes that Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge enables guests to wake up to the “possibility of having a giraffe looking right at you.” She recommends the Contemporary for its views of the fireworks displays. As for family fun, “there is so much to see and do,” she says, emphasizing Disney’s many golf courses and the fact that it is known for its bass-fishing opportunities. “There’s also the Richard Petty Driving Experience,” she adds. Nussbaum has booked a number of luxury experiences for her clients, including an exclusive dinner on the beach of the Grand Floridian. She has also arranged for private guides who will scout out the length of lines in the park while clients are enjoying a theme park ride. And lastly? “In-room dining options at Walt Disney World are only as limited as your imagination,” Nussbaum says. 60 LUXURY TRAVEL ADVISOR | November 2007 http://www.disneytravelagents.com http://www.relaxedyet.com http://www.relaxedyet.com
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