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Port Orleans French Quarter Lobby Reopens after Refurbishment

Last month the lobby at Port Orleans French Quarter was reopened after a several-months long refurbishment. The official rededication of the lobby happened on July 18 and was presided over by POFQ's General Manager Val Bunting.

Port Orleans Jazz Musician Elliot Dyson Laid Off

According to an online report, popular jazz musician Elliot Dyson, who regularly performs at the Port Orleans Scat Cats Club, has been laid off by Disney.

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The Soul of Jazz: An American Adventure Debuts At Epcot

I am a jazz fan, so when I heard about the new exhibit at Epcot "The Soul of Jazz: An American Adventure" I was over the moon. Jazz touches my soul and as a colorful, inspiring and constantly evolving genre of music it may just touch yours as well.

Disney's Port Orleans French Quarter, Where It's Mardis Gras Every Day

One of Disney's most popular moderate resorts is also one of the most romantic, and that makes it perfect for a grown-up getaway any time of year. Port Orleans Resort French Quarter was designed to evoke the antebellum beauty of New Orleans. The style and architecture reminiscent of Vieux Carre the oldest section of the city that care forgot.

5 Reasons To Love Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa

There are so many reasons to love Walt Disney World's Flagship Resort Hotel it's difficult to narrow our choices down to just five! This Victorian styled beauty sitting on the shores of the Seven Seas Lagoon dominates the landscape with sparkling white elegance and a charming red roof reminiscent of the Hotel del Coronado. Disney says this is the creme de la creme of its resort hotels and who are we to disagree?

Think Pink For Cocktails On the Disney Dream

If you ask my husband, I'm a seriously girlie girl. I love shopping, and shoes, and handbags, and I absolutely adore my bubbly. Maybe that's why whenever we sail on the Disney Dream you can frequently find me sipping a glass of champagne in my favorite District Lounge - Pink!

Festival of the Masters at Downtown Disney

It's almost time again for the art world to descend upon Downtown Disney and show off their vision and creativity. The Festival of the Masters presented by Michaels is happening Nov. 9 through 11, 2012. This vibrant, open-air art festival held each fall features more than 200 award-winning artists from across the country. The world-renowned show is a highly anticipated annual event for guests, artists, collectors and art lovers alike.

Three Great High Energy Bars

We've covered a lot of Disney Bars and Lounges over the past year, but these three are my picks for the top high energy clubs on all of Walt Disney World property. So if you're looking for a place to cap off your night with music, fun, and abundant cocktails, this is the list for you! Next time you're looking for some extraordinary Disney nightlife, give one of these three places a try.

Disney's Port Orleans Resort: French Quarter Scat Cats Club

Located in the main building of Port Orleans French Quarter you'll find the jazzy Scat Cats Club. If you're looking for a laid back evening, this is a great place to grab a cocktail and be entertained by the music stylings Elliot Dyson.

Great Lounges on Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom Monorial Loop

It's 4pm and you're in the Magic Kingdom, your stomach is rumbling and you're yearning to kick back with a relaxing drink before dinner. Yet even though there are many places within the Magic Kingdom that are designated as "Saloon" or "Tavern", much like Captain Jack, you'll find that the rum is always gone. Though there are over 50 great places to grab a drink in Walt Disney World, the Magic Kingdom is completely dry.

Mardi Gras Mini-Parade at Disney's Port Orleans Resort

If you're visiting Walt Disney World during Mardi Gras, then Port Orleans French Quarter is the place to stay!