Elite Traveler May-June 2016

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Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort ORLANDO, FLORIDA For anyone with Disney-infatuated kids who can’t bear the thought of the full experience, the 443-room Four Seasons Resort Orlando is the answer. This contemporary casual hotel is the most luxurious of the hotels within the gates of the resort, having enough characters to please the children (Goofy and Mickey often pop up at breakfast), but with all the refined, unstuffy elegance you’d expect from the brand. Standout service “In-Room Celebrations” include the chance for guests to receive a personalized royal proclamation, a letter from the Fairy Godmother and a large pink box filled with princessy treasures. Pirate option also available. Special amenities Disney concierge, private island for volleyball, beachside games, gaming center and splash zone. Adults-only pool, Tom Fazio-designed golf course, spa. Room to book The chic Royal Suite may only have one bedroom, but is spread over 3,300 sq ft. Its outdoor living area has fantastic views of the nightly fireworks show at the Magic Kingdom Park and the suite can be connected with others to form a nine-bedroom residence that works well for multi-generational vacations. Contact Kristin Miller, director of travel industry sales, +1 407 313 6734, kristin.miller@fourseasons.com, fourseasons.com/orlando Price From $14,000

All of the resort’s butlers are great but head butler Wayne Clay is the man with the magic touch. He’s the man to ask if you want hard-to-come by seats for Orlando Magic basketball games.