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[CC&M]

when my husband was reserving a golf tee time this morning, they mentioned that two of the golf courses were being torn up to make a new "resort"...does anybody have any information about this? I


Thanks.

 

[spiceycat]

they are not tearing up any of their golf course - but the construction work will be a bit bad for a while.

but I don't think it has started.

the 4 season is putting in a deluxe resort - that is going between eagle pines and Osprey Ridge.

but the golf courses will not be torn up anymore than Lake Buena Vista was when OKW then SSR were put in the same area.

go ask on the resort board for the article.

 

[spiceycat]

found it on allears

'The Walt Disney World Resort Announces Two New Expansion Projects

LAKE BUENA VISTA Fla., March 1, 2007 – Walt Disney World Resort today announced two new projects as part of an expansion plan for the resort in Central Florida: a new 900-acre luxury resort anchored by the prestigious Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts and a 450-acre retail, dining and lodging district on the western edge of the Disney resort.


"These projects are first-of-a-kind for Walt Disney World and we are thrilled to be able to bring Four Seasons to our resort," said Meg Crofton, president of Walt Disney World Resort. "Families around the globe know they can trust Disney to deliver magical experiences and Four Seasons to offer exceptional service and amenities. Combined, this is a huge win for devotees of both brands and for Central Florida," said Crofton.


LUXURY DESTINATION RESORT – NORTHEAST RESORT AREA

Along the northeast border of Walt Disney World Resort, Disney plans to convert its Eagle Pines and Osprey Ridge golf courses into a luxury resort and golf community. The development will include a luxury hotel, 18-hole championship golf course, single- and multi-family vacation homes and fractional ownership vacation homes.


Disney entered into a letter of intent with Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts to bring these two complementary and respected brands together to anchor a new world-class family resort destination.

Four Seasons is dedicated to perfecting the travel experience through continuous innovation and the highest standards of hospitality. Currently with 74 hotels in 31 countries, and more than 25 properties under development, Four Seasons continues to lead the hospitality industry with innovative enhancements, making business travel easier and leisure travel more rewarding. The deeply instilled Four Seasons culture is personified in its employees – people who share a single focus and are inspired to offer great service. Four Seasons currently operates two properties in Florida, Four Seasons Hotel Miami and the Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach. '

 

[jimmacmn]

they are not tearing up any of their golf course

Actually, Eagle Pines will be GONE and Osprey Ridge will be reworked to better fit into the Four Seasons plan for the property. The reworked course will be rebranded as a Four Seasons course. It is not clear right now if Disney guests will have access to the new course or not. If I were a betting man, I would bet that Disney guests will not have access, at least initially.

 

[CC&M]

Thanks for the info guys!