What is the most relaxing spot you have found in WDW?

[ScubaD]

The storm clouds were rolling in for its afternoon rain so my wife and I decided to leave the parks and head back to the hotel for awhile. We were staying at the Boardwalk Villas and upon our return we grabbed our books and headed to the back deck that looked over the boats and the boardwalk.

We spent time gently rocking in the rocking chairs while we read and had a great time talking to other families who were also spending time on the porch.

Well, our daughter called and asked what we were doing, so when we explained the situation she could not believe that we were not doing commando in the park, rain and all. But anyway this, in my humble opinion, has been the best relaxing moment for any of my Disney visits.

So now, where have you spent your best relaxing time while in the parks?

[WaltD4Me]

I like the lower patio in front of The Plaza restaurant at MK. After Wishes we always get an ice cream and sit on the patio and watch the lights change on the castle while the masses rush out to the busses. We usually stay for the Kiss Goodnight, then head up Main Street which is pretty much deserted by then.

[jpeka65844]

On a big fluffy couch in the lobby of GF while the band plays on the upper balcony.

Of my 5 trips to the world, that evening was perhaps one of the best DH and I have ever had.

[cchev]

I always like the area on the back of the Boardwalk facing the lake UNDER where the rocking chairs and stuff is...I know its a smoking area but I almost never see people there...its nice because its cool, completely empty, and a great place to eat a pizza...

[ScubaD]

On a big fluffy couch in the lobby of GF while the band plays on the upper balcony.

Of my 5 trips to the world, that evening was perhaps one of the best DH and I have ever had.

That sounds like a great time.:cool1:

[cchev]

Actually I have a place that I like even better. Animal Kingdom Lodge is a mandatory relax place every time I head down. I usually hang around on the inside couches, then go to the bar, then spend a couple hours at Boma, then back to the couches, and spent some time outside maybe around the fire pit with the rocking chairs. Always a good time and many nice hours spent

[kevrab]

I like to sit in the area at the top of the stairs at the south end of Main Street (where the train lets out) and people watch. With Main Street in the foreground and the castle in the background it's the prettiest place in the MK.

[ADP]

Actually I have a place that I like even better. Animal Kingdom Lodge is a mandatory relax place every time I head down. I usually hang around on the inside couches, then go to the bar, then spend a couple hours at Boma, then back to the couches, and spent some time outside maybe around the fire pit with the rocking chairs. Always a good time and many nice hours spent
I'm all about this. The AKL Jambo lobby is so relaxing and peaceful; especially at night. I also love sitting by the fire pit at night as well.

[DLBDS]

The storm clouds were rolling in for its afternoon rain so my wife and I decided to leave the parks and head back to the hotel for awhile. We were staying at the Boardwalk Villas and upon our return we grabbed our books and headed to the back deck that looked over the boats and the boardwalk.

We spent time gently rocking in the rocking chairs while we read and had a great time talking to other families who were also spending time on the porch.

Well, our daughter called and asked what we were doing, so when we explained the situation she could not believe that we were not doing commando in the park, rain and all. But anyway this, in my humble opinion, has been the best relaxing moment for any of my Disney visits.

So now, where have you spent your best relaxing time while in the parks?

Relax? At WDW? :confused: People actually do this?

Wow. Maybe I've been doing it all wrong.

Will have to seek out these areas of zen and peace next time. ;)

[TexDisFan]

Any place I can sit back and watch the kids have a blast at Disney. :thumbsup2

[SamSam]

I'm all about this. The AKL Jambo lobby is so relaxing and peaceful; especially at night. I also love sitting by the fire pit at night as well.

I'm another one that finds AKL relaxing...the lobby, the bar, our balcony with a glass of wine.

[FireDancer]

I like to get off the monorail at the Poly and take the walkway from there, back around the luau area and over to the GF. There is a spot that you pass under the monorail and no one is ever there. I like to just sit there for a little bit, usually with a coffee from Kona, and watch the monorail go by. The track is hidden by the foliage and you hear it a second before it just appears and disapears.

I know it isn't a sit and relax spot really like the other ones but I love it.

[dvcfamily41801]

My most relaxing spot is in front of the fireplace in the lobby of Wilderness Lodge Villas...used to be Iron Spike Room but can't think right now what it is called. To curl up on that couch with the background music (and even better yet when it is decorated for Christmas) is just incredible. What I would not give for an afternoon there right now.:cloud9:

[Donna]

I like the lower patio in front of The Plaza restaurant at MK. After Wishes we always get an ice cream and sit on the patio and watch the lights change on the castle while the masses rush out to the busses. We usually stay for the Kiss Goodnight, then head up Main Street which is pretty much deserted by then.

that USED to be a nice place but it is now a smoking area but I can see how it would be enjoyable minus the smoke.

My absolute fav place is on a rocker at Crockett's Tavern at Fort Wilderness with a sweet tea! We sometimes do this for hours, just relaxing and people watching.

[mf1973]

A couple of tips I picked up on my last trip to help us relax. So I consider these pretty good relaxing spots if you are at the MK for a full day.

1)
We were staying on property, but not at an MK resort. We wanted to plan a full day at the MK and stay to watch the fireworks at night. Didn't feel like going all the way back to the CSR resort.

So, mid-day, we left the MK and went to the Grand Floridian. My wife used the Spa there to shower and freshen up. It was $12, but totally worth it. She spent about 1 and 1/2 hr there.

While she was in the spa, we went to the main GF building and we sat by those TVs and the kids watched the cartoons and napped. 4 yo was wathcing TV and decompressing, 2 yo fell asleep on the little couch. By the time wife was completed, we were all recharged well enough to hang around for the fireworks.

2)
Found a great place in the Contemporary, I believe on the 2nd floor (in the convention area.) Near the escalators there are a bunch of great comfy couches and coffee tables. We all sat there and it was relatively quiet, again to help us decompress and have some snacks.

These rests were just enough to take the edge off.....

When I go back to WDW and plan a full day at the MK, we'll be sure to defenitely use the Spa again, just to decompress and freshen up.....

[eazyeray]

When you say relaxing in WDW I'll interprete it as meaning in the parks (just a way to narrow it down). In the animal kingdom at the Flametree BBQ eating area, preferrably at an off time. The little pool with the birds can be nice, you just have to ignore the birds begging for food and enjoy the birds swimming. Near the Odyssey in EPCOT is pretty dead and quiet. Lots of places in WS are relaxing if you get there when it opens. I think I could come up with more if I looked at a map. Then again my interpretation is probably way off.

[chum]

The TTA is my relaxing spot (attraction).
I like the fact that you can sit, get out of the sun and feel a breeze moving down the track.

[ead79]

On one trip when we stayed at the Wilderness Lodge, we went out on the balcony that looks out over the pool area out to the lake. We sat there with our mugs and just chit chatted until the Electrical Water Pageant came by. It was very relaxing!

Also, there's nothing like sitting on your balcony at the Animal Kingdom Lodge watching animals go by on the savannah--that's bliss to me!

[Illini Disney Guy]

I go along with the TTA. It is just so relaxing and you get a little wind in your face. So nice

Tom

[Donna]

The TTA is my relaxing spot (attraction).
I like the fact that you can sit, get out of the sun and feel a breeze moving down the track.

aahhh the wedway. if i had to pick one IN a park, this is my choice also! i am so upset it will be closed for my june trip. i wish they'd have planned a rehab for space/tta starting in january so it would have been ready for the busy season and hot temps. hello disney, what WERE you thinking?:idea:

[SamSam]

I go along with the TTA. It is just so relaxing and you get a little wind in your face. So nice

Tom

I hadn't even thought of this, but it is one of my favorite relaxing things to do.

[disneymom8589]

ScubaD is my DH and I agree that was a really relaxing time on the porch at BWV. Another place I enjoy is at the end of Main Street where the umbrella tables and rose gardens are. It's peaceful sitting there in the morning, facing the castle and gardens. :lovestruc

[fakereadhed]

The TTA is my relaxing spot (attraction).
I like the fact that you can sit, get out of the sun and feel a breeze moving down the track.

ITA! Smuggle in a Dole Whip, put your feet up, and enjoy! :cloud9:

[TigerTown]

The TTA is my relaxing spot (attraction).
I like the fact that you can sit, get out of the sun and feel a breeze moving down the track.

Ditto...The TTA is an awesome place for some downtime. There is almost never a wait and the ride is so relaxing.

[Ron from Michigan]

The rocking chairs on the upper patio at the Boardwalk resort. We just love to sit there in the evening after a great meal at Spoodles or Flying Fish.

[pavil]

on a Palm Covered Beach overlooking a lagoon, sipping a drink......You won't even think you are at WDW. They are over by the Cabanas.

[cathie1327]

I like the lower patio in front of The Plaza restaurant at MK. After Wishes we always get an ice cream and sit on the patio and watch the lights change on the castle while the masses rush out to the busses. We usually stay for the Kiss Goodnight, then head up Main Street which is pretty much deserted by then.

Just curious....what's the Kiss Goodnight????

[shmedly123]

Just curious....what's the Kiss Goodnight????

about an hour after the park closes you will hear a loud kissing sound come over the speakers at the Magic Kingdom...It's a nice touch.

It basically signifies to the CM's that it is time to get the rest of the guests out of the park and the CM's will start politely prodding the stragglers to make their way out of the park.

I agree with the pp that it is nice to relax for that hour and enjoy the sights and not have to worry about fighting through crowds at the busses, monorail or ferry launch.

[cchev]

Yeah I gotta agree with the TTA...take a couple of circles around :)

[shmedly123]

my favorite relaxing place is just strolling around Crescent Lake. In particular if you are walking from Epcot to the BC, instead of going over the bridge, to go under the bridge. No one ever goes that way and you can usually stop and watch the boat from Epcot coming and going...very relaxing.

[Alison_in_Wonderland]

On a hammock at the Poly during off season. No one is out there. It is quiet. You can see MK and yet still feel like you are on a desolate tropical island. It is even better with a drink. :thumbsup2

...or if my kids are with me. Sitting on a bench while they run themselves ragged at any playground!

[goofybeagle]

Animal Kingdom Lodge balcony overlooking the Savana and sitting in the lobby at night is always peaceful. I am another TTA fan. Can't go to the MK without taking a break on the TTA. :dance3:

[ScubaD]

about an hour after the park closes you will hear a loud kissing sound come over the speakers at the Magic Kingdom...It's a nice touch.

It basically signifies to the CM's that it is time to get the rest of the guests out of the park and the CM's will start politely prodding the stragglers to make their way out of the park.

I agree with the pp that it is nice to relax for that hour and enjoy the sights and not have to worry about fighting through crowds at the busses, monorail or ferry launch.

If I can stay up that late I may have to give that one a try. It sounds very relaxing.

Dave

[Commando2319]

Hands down the most relaxing spot in WDW is Pooh's Corner. Sit and rest out of the crowds. Pretty quiet. And the kids can run and play for a while, but still be in view.

I love it there.

[HallsInTheKingdom]

Sitting somewhere on the beach at the Poly just before the fireworks. It is dark, quiet and just sooooooo relaxing.

We have made this a family tradition to do this the first night we get there (if there is fireworks that night of course).

[schoen]

I love the Solarium at the Beach Club. During the day it is really quiet, and they pipe soft, relaxing music into the room. It is open and airy, and I just love it. Some of the best times I have at WDW is in the Solarium.

this thread is making me want a vacation...

[bellaDisneydncr]

I, too, love the TTA- but I also love the little side street off of Main Street in MK. It's where you can hear the music and dance lessons from the window. On busy nights I like to steal off to a bench back there and watch people move along Main Street. :)

[Donna]

I love the Solarium at the Beach Club. During the day it is really quiet, and they pipe soft, relaxing music into the room. It is open and airy, and I just love it. Some of the best times I have at WDW is in the Solarium.

this thread is making me want a vacation...

this is off topic, but I am curious about your screenname, which also happens to be MY maiden name!!

[BriarRosie]

Yes, hands down, the TTA is the ultimate relaxing spot in the Magic Kingdom for me. I'd stay on a couple times in a row to get out of the sun.

In Epcot, I love the Impressions de France movie. It's relaxing, and I haven't fallen asleep in there, even though I might want to if I'm feeling wiped out.

At the Studios, I really haven't found a place to relax and unwind.

At Animal Kingdom, I like area off to the left side when walking from Africa to Asia. There's a little path that winds that direction, and it's shaded.

And at the resorts...

If you are staying concierge level, those lounges are fantastic. The Polynesian lounge has a wonderful Magic Kingdom view. At Animal Kingdom Lodge's lounge, my friends and I spent an entire afternoon playing Haunted Mansion Clue while enjoying the lounge goodies. :cloud9:

I do like the back porch area at BWV, and the Solarium at BCV. The lobbies of GF and AKL have wonderful chairs and sofas. At Wilderness Lodge, walk up to the second level or so. There are chairs set up overlooking the lobby. It's cool to view the lobby from that higher perspective.

And the place I always liked to relax the most is no longer open...the Adventurers Club main salon. I would sit either on the circular "poof" in the middle or one of the side chairs. That was my favorite location at WDW to relax. :(