Restaurants, Recess, and Relaxation

Dining with an Incredible View.

Eric — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 14:49:14 +0000

The California Grill is one of the premier dining experiences at Walt Disney World. Combined with outstanding cuisine, guests are also treated to one of the most spectacular views on Disney property. This week, Shontell is joined by her West Coast pals for a dinner atop the Contemporary Resort. We invite you to view to enjoy.

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Stay tuned, we will post another video this week with some tips offered by Shontell Crawford.

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Tranquil Waters

Eric — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 04:41:12 +0000

There is so much to see and do at Walt Disney World, that sometimes, things tend to be overlooked. Although, whenever you visit the Polynesian Resort, you can’t help but notice the fountains and water areas inside and outside the main lobby. In this very short RR&R segment (and yes, we do mean short), Shontell and John Van Meter, from Owner’s Locker, take a brief moment to enjoy the water fountains.

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Rocking Yourself into Relaxation

Eric — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 17:57:11 +0000

When you’re at Walt Disney World, you may only have a few moments to take a break from all of your vacationing. But those few moments may be all you need to re-energize…after all, there are parks to explore. If you are at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, Jambo House, might we suggest the rocking chair balcony? This week, Shontell is joined by John Van Meter, of Owner’s Locker, to take just a few precious moments to enjoy the savanna from the comfort of a rocking chair.

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Hidden Mickey Huntin’ at Downtown Disney

Eric — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 16:01:20 +0000

Who doesn’t love a good Hidden Mickeys hunt? It’s an activity you can enjoy, no matter where you are on Walt Disney Property. So who better to have back than the Hidden Mickeys Man himself, Dr. Steve Barrett. This week, Steve joins Shontell at Downtown Disney’s Marketplace district to look for some of his favorite Hidden Mickeys. However, as we’ll discover this week, Mickey Mouse isn’t the only character hidden. Get your super sleuth mentality in gear as we go huntin’. Let’s do it!!!

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Mosey Along at Tri-Circle-D Farm

Eric — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 15:01:08 +0000

If you’ve never ventured over to Disney’s Fort Wilderness, you don’t know what you’re missing. Most people know it for hosting the Hoop-Dee-Doo Review, but it has sooooo much more to offer. In fact, it’s Matt Hochberg’s, from WDW Today, favorite resort on Disney property. This week, he joins Shontell to share one of the options that the whole family can enjoy. And best of all, it’s free to visit! So grab your cowboy hat buckaroos and enjoy this week’s segment at the Tri-Circle-D Farm.

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Relaxing along the Waters of Saratoga Springs Resort.

Eric — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 18:49:05 +0000

We hit 2010 running…well…in this case, riding along the waterways. Specifically, the waterways between Saratoga Springs Resort and Downtown Disney. Tim Krasniewski from DVCNews.com joins Shontell in this week’s episode. Enjoy!

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RR&R will return in 2010!

Eric — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 03:51:17 +0000

Restaurants, Recess, and Relaxation will return after the New Year! The DVC By Resale team would like to wish everyone a safe and wonderful Holiday Season. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! See you in 2010!

Shontell on WDW Radio

Eric — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 17:13:24 +0000

Shontell had the opportunity to be a guest on Lou Mongello’s WDW Radio Show this week. Since food at Walt Disney World is always a popular topic, they took some time to visit The Turf Club at the Disney Vacation Club’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa. We invite you to listen to the show here.

Also, we would like to congratulate Lou on his Podcast Award for Best Travel Podcast for 2009!

Flying High at Downtown Disney

Eric — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 15:37:32 +0000

If you’ve been to Walt Disney World within the last year, I’m sure you’ve seen a brightly colored balloon high up in the sky. If you’ve ever wondered what the view is like from above, you’re in luck this week. That’s because John Van Meter, of Owner’s Locker, joins Shontell as they hop aboard the Characters in Flight Balloon located at Downtown Disney’s Westside District. You’ll enjoy a unique perspective of the entire Walt Disney World property, including Saratoga Springs, Hollywood Studios, Epcot, and more. You’ll definitely want to experience this for yourself on your next trip to Disney.

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Hidden Mickeys of Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa

Eric — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 15:21:03 +0000

Everyone’s favorite Hidden Mickey’s expert, Steve Barrett, is back for another segment of RR&R. This week, we head over to Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa as Steve shows us some of his favorite, and most compelling, Hidden Mickeys. If you haven’t seen these Hidden Mickeys before, you’ll definitely want to take the time to search for them on your next trip to Walt Disney World.

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Visit Steve’s website here.
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Purchase the Hidden Mickey’s iPhone Application here.

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Pontooning at Fort Wilderness.

Eric — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:37:30 +0000

On this week’s episode, we venture over to Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort. This is one of Matt Hochberg’s, this week’s guest, favorite locations because of there is so much to do. If you haven’t been, we encourage you to check it out on one of your next vacations. On this week’s episode, we rent one of the pontoon boats and head out to Bay Lake for some very unique views of the Walt Disney World property.

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Meet Matt Hochberg

Eric — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:21:43 +0000

Tomorrow, Matt Hochberg is our guest for a segment of RR&R. In the meantime, we invite you to view this video to meet Matt and understand his love for Disney. Please come back tomorrow for some more RR&R!

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Swimming at Saratoga Springs

Eric — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:17:15 +0000

Whenever you go on vacation, one of the most popular amenities is the pool. However, when you stay at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa, you have more than one choice when it comes to pools. In fact, you have 5 to choose from. This week on RR&R, Shontell is joined by Tim Krasniewski of DVCNews.com to discuss the pools of Saratoga Springs.

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Hunting for Hidden Mickeys at The Grand Floridian

Eric — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:50:57 +0000

There are so many activities to do at the Walt Disney World Resort, it’s often difficult to choose when you’re on vacation. However, there is one activity that anyone can participate in, no matter what part of the resort you happen to be on….and it’s FREE!!! Of course, I’m talking about searching for Hidden Mickeys. This week, we are fortunate enough to have the master of the Hidden Mickey hunt as our special guest on Restaurants, Recess, and Relaxation. Steve Barrett joins Shontell Crawford as they search for everyone’s favorite mouse at the Grand Floridian Resort.

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Visit Steve’s website here.
Purchase Steve’s Hidden Mickey’s Guide here.
Purchase the Hidden Mickey’s iPhone Application here.

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Meet Hidden Mickey’s Extraordinaire, Steve Barrett.

Eric — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:10:17 +0000

This week on RR&R, we are joined by Hidden Mickey expert and author of The Hidden Mickey’s Guide, Steve Barrett. You will have to join us on Tuesday as he takes us on a Hidden Mickey’s hunt at a resort that just happens to be on the monorail line. We’d tell you which one, but that would spoil all the fun. For those of you who may not have met him before, Shontell took a few minutes prior to one of our tapings to talk with Steve and find out what sparked his passion for Disney, and how the Hidden Mickey’s books came to be. We invite you to watch below.

Be sure to come back tomorrow for a little Hidden Mickey’s huntin’.

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Visit Steve’s Hidden Mickey’s website here.
Report a new Hidden Mickey you think you’ve found here.

OPA!!! In the Morning

Eric — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 15:20:19 +0000

When you have long day ahead of you at Epcot’s Food and Wine Festival, you need to start your morning off right…with a good breakfast! Make that a GREAT breakfast! That is exactly what we were treated to when we headed back to Kouzzina’s to see what their menu consisted of during the A.M. hours. Also, in this week’s episode of RR&R, you’ll get a chance to meet a couple of our guests a little better as they explain how they first came to know the magic of Disney.

So, get your taste buds revved up as we head back to Cat Cora’s newest restaurant located in Walt Disney World’s Boardwalk!

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Loungin’ in the Wilderness.

Eric — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 20:53:31 +0000

John Van Meter spends a lot of time on Walt Disney World property as he delivers Owner’s Lockers to guests who have just arrived for a magical Walt Disney World vacation. All that deliverin’ can make one a little tuckered out, which is exactly why he wanted to show us the lobby inside of the Villas at Wilderness Lodge. It is a great spot filled with serenity and attention to detail that reflects the Pacific Northwest. Join Shontell and John as they take a few moments to unwind.

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Serenity in the Wilderness

Eric — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 19:00:03 +0000

by Eric Hollister

Our good friend John Van Meter, of Owner’s Locker, is the master of finding so many great spots throughout the Walt Disney World Resort to relax. When you spend most of you day delivering the Purple Place for Storing Your Vacation Stuff to all of the anxious vacationers, you get to thoroughly know the resorts inside and out. And who doesn’t deserve a minute or two to enjoy themselves in a serene environment? This week’s spot is truly one of our personal favorites so far. On Thursday, Shontell and John share with our viewers the lobby inside of the DVC’s Villas at Wilderness Lodge.

The Villas at Wilderness Lodge Lobby

We’ll see you then!

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Jambo!

Eric — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 02:25:07 +0000

We are busy filming and producing new episodes of RR&R, and will be posting a brand new episode next Tuesday. In the meantime, we have posted a new video below of a recent stay at The Animal Kingdom Lodge, Jambo House. Shontell had the opportunity to have concierge level access at the Kilimanjaro Club, which is interlaced in the video montage. We hope you enjoy and look forward to bringing you more RR&R next week!

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RR&R is now on iTunes!!!

Eric — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 14:42:54 +0000

We’ve received numerous requests, and after several weeks, we now have our video series up on iTunes! We have attached the link directly to our Vidcast on the iTunes store below. Although all episodes may not be showing immediately, they should slowly start to appear over the next several days. We thank all of you for you patience and hope you enjoy!

RR&R on iTunes