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Grand Floridian Spa Closing in September

Walt Disney World will soon be down to one full-service spa as the spa at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa will be shutting down temporarily starting September 19.

Last Friday, Disney spokesman Brian Malenius stated, "We are in the early stages of an expansion project at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa." He went on to add the spa will "temporarily close this fall as part of a planned renovation."

Victoria & Albert's Receives AAA 5-Diamond Award

Victoria & Albert's, that ultra-posh restaurant at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort, has been given the 5-Diamond Award, the highest AAA rating honor offered for restaurants.

The AAA 5-Diamond Award is a pretty high honor, indeed. Out of some 60,000 restaurants and lodging options reviewed nationwide, Victoria & Albert's is one of only three Florida restaurants with the rating. It also joins ranks with fifty-five North American restaurants to receive the award this year.

An Addition for the Grand Floridian

Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa will be getting an addition sometime in the future.

A permit application detailing the upcoming addition was submitted to the South Florida Water Management District. It describes a T-shaped building standing at six to seven stories high and connected to the current resort with a covered walkway.

Disney Bridal Showcase Coming in March

If you've ever dreamed of a Disney wedding, you might want to mark your calendar. Walt Disney World's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa will host a very special Bridal Showcase March 18 - 20.

Couples thinking of tying the knot at Walt Disney World will be given the opportunity to learn all about Disney weddings. Tours of areas used for ceremonies and receptions are a highlight of the Showcase. Prospective brides and grooms will also have the chance to attend question and answer sessions with the Disney wedding team.

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