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[Beth L.]

If Michael Eisner picked you to design a new resort for WDW using what you thought was the best ambiance and/or features from resorts you have already have stayed at, what would you include? Also, what would you make sure wouldn't be be allowed anywhere near your masterpiece?

[Versafox]

I'm not sure about ambiance -- we've only done two resorts, the Poly and the Contemporary, so I can't really make comparisons.

Things I'd definitely include: monorail access; hot tubs; full room service. I'd want to keep the resort relatively small; I'd rather build "up" than "out" and have the typical sprawling Disney design that leaves you with a long walk to all the amenities. Frankly I think the Poly would be darn near perfect if a) it had a hot tub; and b) it was not so spread out in every direction.

What would I absolutely not allow near my masterpiece? Children!

Given the ageing population, I think Disney is WAY overdue for an adults-only resort. They have adults-only decks, pools, beaches and dining on their cruises -- why not an adults-only resort at WDW?

For those on a honeymoon, or travelling without children, or older adults who have raised their kids and want some time to themselves, I think such a resort would have tremendous appeal. All the magic of Disney, and a quiet place to relax at the end of an adventerous day.

[DisneyNutMary]

My resort would be Princess themed. It would have three or four castles as the buildings which the rooms are in, each castle surrounded by trees and paths and small gardens, to keep them all separated...so one does not have a view of the others. All rooms would be in the castles, it would be a DVC resort of course, so some would be studios, some one bedrooms, etc...
The rooms would have large canopy beds and a throne in one corner (fun for the kiddies to sit on!)
In the center courtyard would be a smaller castle to serve as check-in, guest relations, shops restaurants, etc.
The pool would be located in a courtyard inside the center castle, a large pool with water slide, smaller kiddie pool, playground, hot tubs pool bar, etc.
CMs would address all kids are prince and princess, and would be addressed in the same way.
I would have to exclude all large tour groups from this resort, it would be geared to smaller groups and families. Large groups, especially those filled with teenager get loud and raucous way into the night..

[LilMarcieMouse]

I think it would have an ocean theme,Wyland would do the art work,The pool would look like an ocean maybe a wave pool too and a "tide" pool for kids.The lobby would have a huge salt water fish tank.There would be the whale and dolphin buildings Angle fish and shark buildings, sea turtle Building too.A sand box with whale bone too climb on.A court yard with rescude seals that can't be returned to the wild for what ever reson.

[DebiDebiDebi]

I hate to admit, but I do like the Adult only idea. I would want a Spa Themed Resort, complete with every delectible, wonderful, indulging spa treatment known to man. I would love morning Tai Chi classes, walking paths, perhaps a 'rock climbing' area. Aerobics and yoga classes as well. I would like healthy eating choices, as well as sinful, extravigant meals. Outdoor massage tables near a waterfall, surrounded by lush, tropical folage...doesn't it sound heavenly?

[Chrissi]

DebiDebiDebi,
Oooohh...I want to stay at your resort! [img]images/icons/cool.gif[/img]