Just back from Saratoga Springs....

[peabody58]

New York that is!! Visited family in Albany and we spent a day up in Saratoga Springs and the race track. What a wonderful time. DW and I were looking for all the similarities between the track/town and the WDW SS resort. We were pleasantly surprised that Disney had indeed captured the charm of the area. Even when walking around the public areas at the track, I could easily imagine myself at Disney (hot, lots of people, overpriced stuff, etc). Couldn't find any hidden Mickey's though. Lots of big floppy dress hats!!

We only stayed for 6 races, so we didn't get a chance to eat at the Carousel restaurant, but I'm sure the food would have been grand. We took a trolley from the track to the SPCA park which provided a nice ride through Saratoga Springs and past Congress Park. Lots of activities going on, and we would love to visit again.

And for those who are wondering. we broke even on our entertainment wages. Our system: $2 / Show / Horse with the funniest name

 

[Sammie]

New York that is!! Visited family in Albany and we spent a day up in Saratoga Springs and the race track. What a wonderful time. DW and I were looking for all the similarities between the track/town and the WDW SS resort. We were pleasantly surprised that Disney had indeed captured the charm of the area. Even when walking around the public areas at the track, I could easily imagine myself at Disney (hot, lots of people, overpriced stuff, etc). Couldn't find any hidden Mickey's though. Lots of big floppy dress hats!!

We only stayed for 6 races, so we didn't get a chance to eat at the Carousel restaurant, but I'm sure the food would have been grand. We took a trolley from the track to the SPCA park which provided a nice ride through Saratoga Springs and past Congress Park. Lots of activities going on, and we would love to visit again.

And for those who are wondering. we broke even on our entertainment wages. Our system: $2 / Show / Horse with the funniest name

Thanks for sharing. When some have said SSR has "no" theme, I think it is simply a case of SSR having a theme they don't recognize.

 

[robert@dvcstore]

Thanks. It's good to hear that Disney has captured the essence of Saratoga Springs for their resort. Glad you had a good time.

Robert

 

[rentayenta]

Thanks for sharing. When some have said SSR has "no" theme, I think it is simply a case of SSR having a theme they don't recognize.

 

[moredisneyplease]

neat to hear this!! thanks for sharing

 

[i*heart*minniemouse]

And for those who are wondering. we broke even on our entertainment wages. Our system: $2 / Show / Horse with the funniest name

That is the only way to go...after all, I am sure it was mostly Disney Fans who won big on the winner of the Kentucky Derby!!! Odds were not in Animal Kingdom's favor that day....I chose it just because of the name!

Barb

 

[brianm27]

I lived in Albany for three years, spending a bit of time in Saratoga Springs. I think that is why SSR is one of my favorite resorts.