Wednesday, September 19, 2007

Disney on a Budget: Fort Wilderness



You don't need to go to the theme parks to enjoy Disney. The resorts have many things to offer without the ticket prices, parking fees or the long lines. One of my favorite resorts to visit is Fort Wilderness. It is a campground that has loops for motorhomes, tents and cozy cabins, all nestled into 750 acres of woods.

Whenever my husband and I need some fresh air we strap our bikes to the car, pack a picnic and head over. We park in the lot across from the kennel and make our way past the horse stables up the road towards the marina, which is at the other end of the resort. The bike ride is not bad at all but if you'd rather save your feet then take one of the buses at the front of the resort, right by the stables.

You can enjoy a quiet, relaxing day at the marina, on the white sand beach, swinging on the hammocks, taking a hike around the woods or hopping on a boat and cruising around Bay Lake to get a glimpse of the Wilderness Lodge and the Contemporary, or even hop off and explore those resorts. In the evenings, Fort Wilderness offers horse-drawn wagon rides at a first come, first served basis. For anyone 10 and over it's $8.00 and between 3-9 it is $5.00. It is a 45 minute ride around the resort.

At the end of the day you'll go home relaxed and at ease!



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