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Location
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Epcot Resort Area
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Category
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Moderate Resort
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Theme
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The Islands of the Caribbean lay around Barefoot Bay. Bright pastels and swaying palms invoke the calm feeling of the Caribbean.
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Central Building
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Custom’s House has Registration and Bell Services.
Old Port Royale or Centertowne has shopping and dining.
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Resort Layout
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Each ‘village’ represents a different Island: Barbados, Aruba, Jamaica, Martinique and Trinidad. Guests check in at the Customs House before heading to their Island village. Walkways surround the lake, and guests can explore Caribbean Cay.
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Facts & History
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Opening Year
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1988 |
| History |
Walt Disney World's first 'Moderate' resort, Caribbean Beach brought value to Vacation Kingdom guests. And while it would fit the basic layout of your typical 'Days Inn' it would never be mistaken for one. Designers made sure this resort, like the others, would have that Disney Feel. Clusters of pastel colored buildings represent the islands of the Caribbean. Palm trees and lush tropical vegetation block out the 'real world' and leave you in paradise. Parrot Cay, found in the center of Barefoot Bay was home to several colorful Parrots. But within it's first ten years, the Parrots were moved to new homes, such as Animal Kingdom. |
| In Twenty years after opening, a major renovation began on Disney's oldest Moderate resort. The main pool at Old Port Royale was completely removed and a new complex built. Zero-entry, a longer slide and a Pirate Ship play zone are in it's place. Also, Trinidad South will be re-themed to Pirates of the Caribbean with room improvements. |
| Rooms renovated in 2008/09 to Finding Nemo or Pirates of the Caribbean Theme. |
| Design |
The Orlando firm of Fugelberg Koch & Associates of San Diego was responsible for the design of Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort, Disney's Dixie Landings Resort, Disney's Port Orleans Resort and Disney's Old Key West Resort. Each of these reflects distinct geographical styles of architecture taken from the old South and the islands of the Caribbean. |
| Christmastime |
Tropical ornaments decorate Christmas Trees, wreaths and hollies bringing the holidays to the islands. |
Types of rooms
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Standard -
Garden
parking lot
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300 Sq ft. 2 Double beds, Tub/shower & toilet, double vanity, table with 2 chairs, dresser with TV, nightstand, small bench with drawer and wall hooks.
Accommodate 4 people + 1 child under 3 in crib.
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Water
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300 Sq ft. 2 Double beds, Tub/shower & toilet, double vanity, table with 2 chairs, dresser with TV, nightstand, small bench with drawer and wall hooks.
Accommodate 4 people + 1 child under 3 in crib.
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King
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300 Sq ft. King bed, Tub/shower & toilet, double vanity, table with 2 chairs, dresser with TV, nightstand, small bench with drawer and wall hooks.
Accommodate 2 people + 1 child under 3 in crib.
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Preferred
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300 Sq ft. 2 Double beds, Tub/shower & toilet, double vanity, table with 2 chairs, dresser with TV, nightstand, small bench with drawer and wall hooks.
Accommodate 4 people + 1 child under 3 in crib.
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300 Sq ft. King bed, Tub/shower & toilet, double vanity, table with 2 chairs, dresser with TV, nightstand, small bench with drawer and wall hooks.
Accommodate 2 people + 1 child under 3 in crib.
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Located in Martinique and Trinidad North
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Pirate Theme Rooms –
Standard
Water
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300 Sq ft. 2 Double 'Pirate Ship' beds, Tub/shower & toilet, double vanity, table with 2 chairs, 'Stacked Crates' dresser with TV, nightstand, small bench and wall hooks. Wood 'deck' and Pirate decor.
Accommodate 4 people + 1 child under 3 in crib.
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Handicapped
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300 Sq ft. King bed, Roll-in shower & toilet, double vanity, table with 2 chairs, dresser with TV, nightstand, small bench and wall hooks.
Accommodate 2 people + 1 child under 3 in crib.
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Additional fee for each person over 2 people per room. No charge for children under 17 staying with adults.
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All Disney resorts are smoke free. Smoking allowed in designated locations.
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Exterior hallways
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Room amenities
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Mini-refrigerator, hair dryer, coffee maker & free coffee packets, in-wall safe, iron & board, TV with limited cable, alarm clock-radio, phone with voicemail and ceiling fan. Toiletries: soap, face soap & shampoo.
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A curtain separates the bath area from the rest of the room – allowing for additional privacy.
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Crib, bed boards/rails and safety outlet covers available by request.
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High-speed internet for a fee
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Connecting rooms available. Put in your request when booking your room; they are not guaranteed.
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Registration
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Check in
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room guaranteed by 3:00pm
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Check out
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by 11:00am
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Late check out
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can be requested the night before check-out
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Early arrival
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Be sure to Check-in at the Registration desk upon arrival, the room may be ready early, or at the very least they'll give a phone number you can call from any house phone in WDW to get you're room number - therefore you don’t have to go back to the registration desk.
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Express Check out
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Upon arrival you can leave a credit card on your room account. It can then be used to make charges to your room during your stay. And then, the morning you leave, an itemized bill will be on your door handle. If there are any problems, then you can contact the Front Desk - otherwise you're all set and can leave without going back to Registration.
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Magical Express
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For those of you flying into Orlando Intl Airport, Disney is making it even easier to get to their World. You’re given special tags to put on your luggage. Then when you arrive in Orlando, just get on the Magical Express bus – they’ll take you to your resort to check in. You go off and have fun, and you’re bags show up in your room later that day. Before your departure, you'll get a letter saying when you should be at the lobby to check your bags and catch your bus to the airport.
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What you get at check in
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Resort Map: shows Caribbean Beach Resort
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Resort ‘newsletter’, Tradewinds, includes dining, shopping, and recreation info for the resort. Also has other important resort information and phone numbers.
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"Your Guide to the Magic" with dining, shopping, recreation and WDW property map.
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WDW Theme Park times Guide
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Key to the World -- your room key not only opens your room, but is also your early entry ID, charge-to-room card, and perhaps your theme park ticket – Don’t Loose It
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If you drove, then you’ll get a parking pass – use it or your room key to park for free at the theme parks, and also to get through the security gate back at your resort.
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What to ask for
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Wild About Safety coloring book for kids (or big kids)
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Theme Park maps
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Any special activities at the resort, or kids activities
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Resort amenities
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Lobby Concierge
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Your source for tickets, dining priority seating, dinner shows, recreation reservations, fishing or fireworks cruises, and other information. Located at Customs House and Old Port Royale
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Business Services
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fax & other limited services through front desk
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Bell Services
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Luggage services, taxi & limo.
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Valet Parking
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Not available at this resort
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Airline Check-in
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On the day of your flight you can print out your boarding passes for select airlines. Located inside Custom’s House
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Laundry
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Laundry facilities located at each quiet pool. Dry cleaning & laundry service available through housekeeping.
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Fitness Center
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Not available at this resort
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Salon
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Not available at this resort
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Child Care
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Not at this resort. Call "Kid's Night Out" 407-828-0920
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Misc Services
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ATM and Pre-paid phone cards available at Old Port Royale. Stamps & postal box are located inside Customs House and Old Port Royale.
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Wifi
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Not available at this resort
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Ice & Vending Machines
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Located in the center of each building. Ice available on both floors. Drinks only on the first floor.
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Wheelchair rental
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As a guest of the resort, you can request a length-of-stay wheelchair rental. A refundable deposit is given at Lobby Concierge and you are given use of a push-style wheelchair for the length of your stay. Available on a first-come first-serve basis.
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Recreation
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Pools
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Old Port Royale pool has zero entry, water slides, Pirate ship water-play area, and cool and hot spas. Restrooms with showers also available.
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5 quiet pools, located at each Village.
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| Life jackets available free of charge. Located at Old Port Royale Pool. |
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Towel’s available at Old Port Royale Pool only
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Beach
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There is no swimming in Barefoot Bay
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Hammocks found on all beaches
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Arcade
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Goombay Games Arcade located in Centertowne
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Rentals & Sports
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Located at Barefoot Bay Marina by the Lighthouse.
Powered boat rentals
Pedal boats and suntrackers
Surrey Bikes & bicycles
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Pirate Adventure Cruise. Treasure hunt cruise available for sign-up at the Barefoot Bay Marina
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Volleyball at Barbados beach. Check out Ball at Barefoot Bay Marina.
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| Pool table at Barefoot Bay Marina. free rental. |
| Picnic Tables, hammocks and glider benches are found on Caribbean Cay. |
| Inside Calypso Trading post, you can find checker boards. |
| Playground |
Located at Martinique, Jamaica & Trinidad South.
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Jogging trails
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1.4 mile promenade around Barefoot Bay
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Children’s activities
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At Old Port Royale pool, inquire with Marina Staff. Also inside Centertowne they play games such as limbo and coloring.
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| Temporary tattoos |
Outside by Old Port Royale pool. |
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Hair wraps
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Outside by Old Port Royale pool.
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| Caricatures/ |
Inside Centertowne |
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Pressed penny machines
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Inside Centertowne
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Disney cartoons
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Playing in Custom’s House.
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Other Entertainment
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Dining
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Old Port Royale
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Counter service, Food court with all the usual choices and nightly specials. Located inside Centertowne
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Breakfast 6:30am-11:00am
Lunch 11:00am-5:00pm
Dinner 5:00am-11:00pm
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Shutters
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Table service featuring Caribbean flavors. Located inside Centertowne
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Dinner 5:00pm - ??
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Banana Cabana Pool Bar
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Full bar. Located by Old Port Royale pool
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Blue Runner Pizza Delivery
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In Room delivery. Pizza, appetizers & drinks.
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4:00pm-11:30pm
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Refillable Mug
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Available for sale and use at Old Port Royale
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Shopping
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Calypso Trading Post
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Standard WDW souvenirs, clothes for all ages, nick-nacks, housewares, etc. Food, drinks, and various sundries available. Located in Centertowne
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| Straw Market |
Caribbean items and Resort logo items. Swim wear and tropical patterned clothes. Located in Centertowne. |
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Package Pick-up
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Packages sent to the resort from the Theme Parks can be picked up at the designated counter inside Calypso Trading Post.
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Transportation
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Monorail
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Not available at this resort
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Buses
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There are six bus stops around the resort. One at each Village and at Old Port Royale
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Transportation to all Theme Parks, water parks and Downtown Disney
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An internal route goes to all bus stops and Customs House
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Boat
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Not available at this resort
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Walkway
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Not available at this resort
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Pros
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Beautiful Setting
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| Great walkways and relaxing atmosphere |
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Cons
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Bus Transportation everywhere
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Depending on your room location, Old Port Royale can be a Long walk away. Fortunately there is the Internal bus.
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Other info
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My last stay was
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September 12-14, 2009
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Number of times I’ve stayed here
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7
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Address & phone
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900 Cayman Way
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Main: (407) 934-3400
Fax: (407) 934-3288.
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