Are Disney Deluxe Resorts Worth It? We've Stayed at ALL of Them

473 - Once you go Deluxe… you'll understand why.

In this week's episode of the Disney Travel Secrets Podcast, #1 best-selling authors and Disney travel experts Rob & Kerri Stuart break down everything you need to know about Disney World's Deluxe Resorts — and why guests who stay at one find it nearly impossible to go back to a moderate or value resort.

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What you'll learn in this episode:

• The fascinating history behind the FIRST two Disney World resorts (hint: they were both Deluxe, and they opened on October 1, 1971!)
• A full breakdown of every Deluxe Resort at Walt Disney World — from the Magic Kingdom monorail resorts (Contemporary, Polynesian Village, Grand Floridian) to the Epcot resort area (Yacht Club, Beach Club, BoardWalk Inn), Animal Kingdom Lodge, and Wilderness Lodge
• Why location matters MORE than you think — and how staying Deluxe can transform your entire park strategy
• The truth about Club Level — Disney's most underrated (and underbooked) offering
• World-class dining you'll want to plan your whole vacation around: Victoria & Albert's, Narcoossee's, Topolino's Terrace, Citrico's, Jiko, and more
• Why Stormalong Bay might deserve its own episode
• The scoop on Deluxe Villa properties like Saratoga Springs, Old Key West, and Riviera Resort — and how non-DVC members can book them
• The secret walkability advantage of Congress Park at Saratoga Springs

Whether you're a first-time Disney visitor or a seasoned parkgoer weighing your resort options, this episode gives you the insider knowledge to decide if a Deluxe Resort is right for your family's Disney vacation.

🎙️ Rob & Kerri share personal stories from having stayed at every single Disney resort, their favorite Deluxe picks, and why they host their annual Agent Palooza event at a Deluxe property every year.

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