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Disney’s Vero Beach Resort, Full Tour Including 3 Bedroom Beach Cottage, Restaurant, Pool and Grounds – Photos and Video

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We enjoyed two nights at Disney’s Vero Beach Resort (below, left) thanks to a friend who invited us for a stay at his Grand Villa beach cottage!  The lobby is spacious and comfortable (below, right), and features the general store, “Island Grove Packing Company“. A friend of mine calls a Vero Beach visit “forced relaxation” and I agree with that sentiment. Without all the theme parks and other distractions it is much easier to really relax and unwind.

We were in #1475, The Green Turtle Cottage (below, left). There are several balconies, including one out front and two in the back (one on each level). With three bedrooms and a living area that encompasses 2125 square feet, it is very spacious! The view of the beach (below, right) is fantastic.

From windows upstairs, you can see the ocean (below, left). The best view, though,is from the balcony! The dining room and fully equipped kitchen are part of the upstairs living space (below right).

Sea turtles are a big part of Vero Beach, as well as at the resort. Artwork celebrates the ocean creatures (below, left), and one of our towel animals was also in the form of a turtle (below, right). I enjoyed hearing the waves at night and it kind of made me feel like we were on a cruise ship as we were very close to the ocean.

The balcony had plenty of room for our party of 8 to relax and enjoy the ocean views plus also offered great views of the stars at night (below, left). Denise and I pose outside on the balcony before heading to the campfire (below, right).

Video #1 – Disney’s Vero Beach Resort 3 Bedroom Beach Cottage Tour 7/23/11 Vacation Club – We stayed for 2 nights in a Grand Villa Cottage at Disney’s Vero Beach. We didn’t have a chance to videotape before we stayed, so this is the cleaned up version at the end of the trip (not what the rooms looked like when we arrived).

We enjoyed a nice meal at Shutters (below, left). The restaurant is immersed in the aquatic theme, with photos, boats and other ocean-themed decor (below, right).

I enjoyed my “Disney Vacation Club” sandwich – and yes that is really the name (below, left). On our way back to the cottage, a cast member creates enormous bubbles (below, right).

The pool and slide are very inviting on a hot day although I found the water to be on the warm side (below left and right). There are many activities in this area, including a sauna, bikes, game room, fitness center and miniature golf.

A gator eyes the ball on the 9 hole miniature golf course (below, left). And at Bleachers, burgers and other food items are served up poolside – and they even carry refillable mugs! (below, right)

Beach chairs, umbrellas, and ocean equipment is available for rent on the beach (below, left). Sea turtle nests have tape around them to try to keep guests aware (below, right).

If you want to know how far it is to any other Disney Vacation Club resort, all you have to do is read the sign (below, left). We found it while on the way to the evening campfire (below, right). The campfire includes a sing along and s’mores. My advice to anyone attending the campfire is be very aware of the sand fleas or no-see-ums as Disney calls them in the guest information guide. These little critters can really leave their mark so I would wear socks and sneakers and long pants if at all possible. Bites aside, we thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Disney’s Vero Beach Resort and I’m sure we’ll be returning again!

Video #2 – Disney’s Vero Beach Resort Pool and Outside Tour, Green Cabin Room 7/23/11 Disney Vacation Club – Denise spent part of the morning taking video around the pool area, which includes the children’s playground and mini-golf course. We also have a little video of the beach and the Green Cabin Room, which we enjoyed two meals at.

For many more great photos, please check out MouseSteps latest update HERE!

All New Release – Magic Kingdom Summertime 2011

Jeff Lange’s Magic Kingdom Summertime 2011

Celebrate the summer of 2011 in style, as Jeff Lange brings you the newest offerings from Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom!

Featuring the following 2011 summertime favorites: Entrance Scenes, Haunted Mansion Interactive Queue, Haunted Mansion Ride, Snow White’s Scary Adventures, Pirates of the Caribbean, The Magic, The Memories, and You! plus BONUS: Disney’s Celebrate America! A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky Fireworks Spectacular !

Running Time: 66 min

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Also available: Jeff Lange’s Magic Kingdom Summertime 2010 (Featuring SpectroMagic, Summer Nightastic! Fireworks Show, Main Street Electrical Parade and more!)

Celebrate Spring – Epcot Flower & Garden Festival 2011:

Jeff Lange Experiences: Epcot’s Flower & Garden Festival 2011

Celebrate spring at one of Disney’s most anticipated events of the year: The Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival 2011.

Experience these unique panoramic displays throughout Epcot’s Future World and all around World Showcase!

Running Time: 64 Min

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Also available: Jeff Lange Experiences: Epcot’s Flower & Garden Festival 2010, Jeff Lange Experiences: Epcot’s Flower & Garden Festival 09, Jeff Lange Experiences: Epcot’s Flower & Garden Festival 2008

Recent Releases – Frontierland Classics, Adventureland Classics and Liberty Square Classics:

Jeff Lange Remembers: Frontierland Classics

Take a trip back in time to experience classic Walt Disney World “Frontierland” attractions. This fifth volume in the series features the following: Splash Mountain (1992), Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade (2006), Country Bear Jamboree (1992), Big Thunder Mountain Railroad (1997), Tom Sawyer Island (2006) and more!

Running Time: 65 min

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Also available: Jeff Lange Remembers: Fantasyland Classics

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Jeff Lange Remembers: Adventureland Classics

Take a trip back in time to experience classic Walt Disney World “Adventureland” attractions. This fourth volume in the series features the following: Adventureland Tour (1992-1997), Jungle Cruise (1993), Enchanted Tiki Birds Tropical Serenade (1992), Pirates of the Caribbean (original version including Barker Bird 1992), Pirates of the Caribbean (1997) and more!

Running Time: 66 min

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Jeff Lange Remembers: Liberty Square Classics

Take a trip back in time to experience classic Walt Disney World “Liberty Square” attractions. This third volume in the series features the following: The Hall of Presidents (Original Version – 1993), Mike Fink Keel Boats (opening day attraction – 1992), Haunted Mansion (original version – 1992), Haunted Mansion Bonus Ride (my final recording of the original version with some special surprises – 2006)!

Running Time: 66 min

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Also available: Jeff Lange Remembers: Tomorrowland Classics

Epcot Center Historical DVDs – Available Now:

For fans of classic Epcot Center, I present my Epcot Center Historical Collection!

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Holiday Treat 2010 DVD – Available Now:

Jeff Lange’s Holiday Treat 2010 (Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2010)

Seasons Greetings from Jeff Lange! Celebrate the holidays with this new DVD featuring the 2010 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Walt Disney World.

Features yearly favorites such as: “Cinderella’s Holiday Wish (Castle Lighting)“, “Mickey’s Once Upon A Christmastime Parade“, “Holiday Wishes Fireworks – Celebrate the Spirit of the Season“, “Celebrate the Season Show“, Very Merry Party Scenes, and much more!

Running Time: 66 min

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Halloween Time at Disneyland (Mickey’s Halloween Party 2010)

Jeff Lange’s Disneyland Trick or Treat (Mickey’s Halloween Party 2010)

Jeff Lange presents this all-new DVD from the 2010 Mickey’s Halloween Party at Disneyland!

Featuring: Spooky Halloween Party Scenes, Snow White’s Scary Adventures, Mickey’s Costume Party Cavalcade, Space Mountain: Ghost Galaxy, Halloween Screams – A Villainous Surprise in the Skies Fireworks, Haunted Mansion Holiday and more!

Running Time: 66 min

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Also available: Halloween Titles (Including Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Parties 2003-2010) – Click HERE

More Halloween Fun (Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party’s 2003 – 2010 Available)

Jeff Lange’s Trick or Treat 7 (Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party 2010)

Jeff Lange presents this all-new DVD from the 2010 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World!

Featuring: Alice & Mad Hatters Treat Party, TheHeadless Horseman, Mickey’s Boo-to-You Halloween Parade, Happy HalloWishes Fireworks, Villains Mix and Mingle, Not So Scary Party Scenes, Haunted Mansion at Midnight and more!

Running Time: 66 min

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Also available: Trick or Treat vol 1 – 6 (Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Parties 2003-2009) – Click HERE

Vintage Disney-MGM Studios:

Jeff Lange Remembers: Disney-MGM Studios Classics – Vol 1

Jeff Lange takes you on a trip back in time to experience the early years of the Disney-MGM Studios. This first volume in a series features the following vintage footage:

Studios Entrance Scenes (1989-1992), Here Come The Muppets (1991), Soundstage Restaurant (1992), The Studio Showcase (1992), Star Today Ceremony (1992), The Great Movie Ride (1991) and more!

Running Time: 66 Min

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Also available: Jeff Lange’s Disney-MGM Studios Parade Classics – 20th Anniversary Collectors Edition DVD

Walt Disney World Vintage Footage:

Jeff Lange DVD Presents: Bob Welbaum’s Walt Disney World 1986 DVD

Jeff Lange turns back the clock to 1986, where you will experience Walt Disney World through the eyes of Disneyana documentarian Bob Welbaum. This incredible vintage footage includes select narration from Mr. Welbaum, who shot this video before recording was commonplace.

Walt Disney World 1986 contains clips from the following: Walt Disney World Resorts, Original Disney Shopping Village, Epcot Center, Discovery Island, Magic Kingdom, Seven Seas Lagoon and much more!

Running Time: 65 Min

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Also available: Jeff Lange Remembers: Fantasyland Classics and Jeff Lange Remembers: Tomorrowland Classics

Disneyland Vintage Footage (5 Volumes Available):

Jeff Lange Remembers Disneyland Classics Vol 5

Jeff Lange takes you on a trip back in time to experience classic Disneyland attractions. This fifth volume in the series features the following:

Aladdin’s Royal Caravan (1993), Disneyland Railroad(1992) including the burning settlers cabin, Big Thunder Ranch and more, Beauty and the Beast Show (1993),Pinocchio’s Daring Journey (1993), Alice in Wonderland (1993) andFantasy in the Sky Fireworks (1993)!

Running Time: 66 Min

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Also available: Jeff Lange Remembers: Disneyland Classics Volume 1 – 4.

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