Today In Disney History ~ June 19th
The Grand Floridian opened on June 28, 1988 as the Grand Floridian Beach Resort, the resort changed names to it’s current name in 1997. The resort has six buildings with a combined 867 guest rooms. In 2013 Disney Vacation Club completed an expansion on the Grand Floridian’s property and opened the Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa which has 147 villas and studios. The resort is home to several dining locations including Victoria & Albert’s, Narcoossee’s, the Grand Floridian Café and 1900 Park Fare. Additional facilities located on the Grand Floridian’s property include Senses Spa and Fitness Center, the Ivy Trellis Salon, a convention center and Disney’s Wedding Pavilion.
TMSM Today in Graphic by Sherry Rinaldi DeHart
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