Sequins and Sea Breezes: Disney's Wilderness Lodge

Disney's Wilderness Lodge

7/17/2017


How is it Monday already? Seriously. Can we redo the weekend, I wasn't ready. Last week felt like such a long week and I had planned on just relaxing and taking it easy this weekend but who was I kidding? I should have known better and been more prepared for the lack of sleep I got this weekend. Oh well, there's always next weekend, right? I've said this before and I'll say it again, some days it's so nice living near Disney to make a trip over there for just a few hours and that's exactly what I did on Saturday! 
As locals we often don't stay at or even see the resorts unless we have a reason to. Well this weekend I just so happened to know some people who were in town for work staying at the Wilderness Lodge Resort so I took advantage and headed down there to check it out. This is one Disney resort I've never even seen before but heard it was amazing so I was excited to get to check it out without having to pay the Disney prices to stay there. Don't get me wrong... Disney still got me. At $12 a drink and I had... well, way more than I should have, I probably easily spent as much on drinks as I would have a room for the night but it's about the experience, right? 
Since I didn't actually stay at the Wilderness Lodge I can't speak to anything about the rooms but I will say the property is gorgeous. You definitely don't feel like you're in Florida any more (minus the 90+ degree, 100% humidity weather) and it's far enough away from the main roads and parks that you really don't get any residual noise so it's pretty peaceful. Parking is free at the Wilderness Lodge if you're a guest or visiting a guest, which is nice considering almost every Disney property you have to pay for parking. We spent the majority of our time out at the Geyser Point Bar & Grill which is an outdoor bar/casual dining spot right on the lake. In typical Disney fashion, drinks are not cheap and neither is the food but they were good, especially for "casual" dining. If you stay out on the lake long enough you can see the fireworks from Magic Kingdom and at 9:30 every night they do a light parade on the lake which we were not expecting but gave us a good laugh. I can honestly say that I'd definitely go back to Wilderness Lodge (and might even pay to stay there for a night...might) but if I'm being completely honest... I'll skip the tequila to wine next time ;) 



*Linking up with Biana*

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26 comments

  1. BLovedBostonJuly 17, 2017 at 6:23 AM

    Love that it can make you feel like you're in Colorado or the Midwest without having to leave florida LOL!! I'd be so happy if we could re-do the weekend - it was too fast!! xo, Biana - BlovedBoston

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  2. Emily @ Martinis | BikinisJuly 17, 2017 at 6:35 AM

    I stayed at that resort when I was probably 11 years ole with my parents. Such a cute place and I love getting to visit the local resorts when friends are in town even though the prices for drinks etc are hefty!!! Have a great week lady! Emily @ Martinis & Bikinis

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  3. Alexis @ Chemistry CachetJuly 17, 2017 at 6:53 AM

    THis weekend went by toooo fast! That looks like such a pretty place to visit!

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  4. KelseyBJuly 17, 2017 at 7:46 AM

    How fun!!! I know what you mean by being locals in a tourist place. Growing up in Vegas everyone just assumes that we hang out on the strip. Actually...locals avoid it like the plague, but many happen to work down there. LOL! But it is always nice to play tourist for a bit. This looks like a fun resort.

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  5. Sarita @ it's my girls' worldJuly 17, 2017 at 8:10 AM

    What a beautiful place! And it's OK to indulge once in a while… Like every weekend :-)

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  6. kerri @ cheshire katJuly 17, 2017 at 8:23 AM

    how did this weekend fly by so fast? ugh. that resort is one i don't think i've been to, but i bet it was fun especially with the fireworks! and seriously why do their drinks need to cost an arm and a leg? ugh the heat, i hear you girl. at least you looked super cute ;)

    xoxo cheshire kat

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  7. DanielleJuly 17, 2017 at 8:48 AM

    I didn't realize most Disney resorts require you to pay for parking! Your weekend sounds like it was great!

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  8. Lindsay LatimerJuly 17, 2017 at 8:59 AM

    Wow! The property is gorgeous. And don't worry, girl. You're not the only one who had too much to drink this weekend!! :)

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  9. MarieJuly 17, 2017 at 9:03 AM

    What a beautiful place. I'm so jealous that you live so close to Disney!! You can just pop over whenever you feel like it. I wish I could do that.

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  10. Ashley @ The Wandering WeekendersJuly 17, 2017 at 9:12 AM

    I've heard such good things about The Wilderness Lodge too, and it looks so beautiful! Disney definitely does get you on the prices of food and drinks, but at least everything tasted good!

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  11. Kay R.July 17, 2017 at 9:20 AM

    Those shorts are awesome. And that lake is STUNNING - the cabin too. Also, its nice to relax and unwind sometimes - glad you had a blast!

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  12. UnknownJuly 17, 2017 at 9:28 AM

    The Wilderness Lodge is such a fun stay! Disney is such a great place!

    Briana
    http://beyoutifulbrunette.blogspot.com/

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  13. AnonymousJuly 17, 2017 at 9:31 AM

    Haha, glad you had fun girl! ;) This is the resort I've always wanted to stay at if we stay onsite. Glad to hear it's probably worth it!

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  14. UnknownJuly 17, 2017 at 9:39 AM

    How fun does this look! That lake is seriosuly so stunning and also the cabin! I am so g laf that you guys had a a good time!
    xoxo,Victoria
    www.coffeeandablonde.blogspot.com

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  15. Kate at Green FashionistaJuly 17, 2017 at 10:41 AM

    Amazing! This is the one Disney resort I want to stay at for a staycation. Love that you got to experience it and enjoy the $12 drinks lol. And loving that top <3
    Green Fashionista

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  16. Rosy Outlook - Fashion & Lifestyle by Kelly RoseJuly 17, 2017 at 12:16 PM

    The Wilderness Lodge is one of my favorite places in Disney! It's just such a cool hotel!! Happy Monday!!

    Rosy Outlook

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  17. Lily (Beauty With Lily)July 17, 2017 at 12:17 PM

    I bet you had a great time! I would love to visit FL and stay at a resort, this one looks super neat!
    xo, Lily
    Beauty With Lily

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  18. Lippie143July 17, 2017 at 12:28 PM

    fab post, that places looks amazing. loving the outfit.

    lippie x
    http://lippie143.blogspot.co.uk/

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  19. Melissa July 17, 2017 at 12:55 PM

    Oh, it's so beautiful there! We've been looking at the resorts so we can take our boys to Disney, and this is right at the top of our lists!

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  20. Owen Davis @ Davis DuoJuly 17, 2017 at 1:27 PM

    This property is gorgeous!! I would definitely be interested in staying there for a future Disney trip!

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  21. A Dash of PrettyJuly 17, 2017 at 2:42 PM

    This is at the top of our list of places to stay next time. I have been checking it out and this makes it even more appealing!

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  22. a little bit of emilyJuly 17, 2017 at 2:52 PM

    I stayed there a long time ago with my family - it was really neat!!!

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  23. BrittanyJuly 17, 2017 at 9:45 PM

    OMG I am such a huge Disney fan and love visiting all their amazing resorts. This one looks awesome and right up my alley. Glad you had a great time!

    Brittany ;)
    www.kingdomofsequins.com

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  24. Rachel McCarthyJuly 18, 2017 at 8:31 AM

    This Wilderness Lodge seriously looks like it's out west! Glad you were able to play tourist in your own town this weekend. That's always fun!

    xo, Rachel
    A Blonde's Moment

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  25. Amanda Elizabeth - Meet @ the BarreJuly 18, 2017 at 1:47 PM

    Totally one of my favorite places in Disney and you look so comfy in that top love it.

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  26. Kristen @ See You In A PorridgeJuly 20, 2017 at 11:34 AM

    i have actually stayed here and we loved it! i've stayed as a hotel guest and my friends have like a timeshare, i didn't like the timeshare version as much as the hotel guest part. it's weird. it's seriously a gorgeous hotel though!

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