Disney World Amarillo Rentals

12/16/2024

SPACKLE, PAINT AND A REMINDER
I took a couple minutes this morning to spackle and touch up paint around the pool alarm. I thought it would be a good opportunity to remind guests that the alarm is in place to protect you and your family.

If you are unfamiliar with this pool alarm system, you may want to first review the instructions which you will find in the Amarillo Villa binder located in the kitchen drawer.

12/16/2024

THE BETHLEHEM EXPERIENCE
I attended this outdoor live reenactment of the Christmas Story again this year. It is held mid December on three nights: this year it was December 12, 13th, and 14th. It was very well attended. Plan to show up at least a half hour before it begins, so you have an opportunity to stroll through the “Bethlehem” market.

12/15/2024

GAME ON
The game is always on at this family owned and run micro brewery and taphouse. It is a nice addition to the Celebration neighborhood.  They have a constant run of weekly and special events. Yesterday, they hosted an outdoor Christmas family market. 

12/14/2024

FRIDAY IS POOL DAY- I HAD A QUESTION
I wasn’t home last Friday when the pool attendant dropped by; however, I did have a question, so I caught up with him yesterday morning.

We lost some top lanai screens during the hurricane, and it was my impression perhaps pine needles had blown in and caused some staining in the spa. I was wrong. Apparently the stain is caused from some kind of metal ( a pool’s nemesis 😞). Common culprits are copper coins, hair pins or barrettes, jewelry and any other foreign metal objects.

Although the source of these particular stains still leave us puzzled (maybe little metal filings from the lanai frame when the screens were being replaced? 🤷‍♀️), the solution is a little complicated and will require draining the spa for two separate treatments. We completed the first treatment yesterday and were successful in removing most of the stain. The process will have to be repeated a second time in January.

While I had the pool company here, we also did a treatment to remove some film buildup on the glass tile… a few spots where I felt my own cleaning from the other day had not been sufficient.

TIP: Keeping foreign objects out of the pool and showering off excessive sunscreen before entering the pool, will prevent stains and extend the life of the pool surface, making your swimming experience more enjoyable.

The pool is a much happier place today for having received this love!

12/14/2024

HOLINIGHTS - THE PROMENADE, SUNSET WALK

12/14/2024

SUNSET WALK
I slipped out to Holinights for a couple hours for some FREE entertainment. The weather was pleasant (a nice change from the past couple nights) and the atmosphere was festive. The Promenade was filled with Christmas music. 

12/13/2024

A DEEP DIVE INTO THE KITCHEN CUPBOARDS
With yesterday morning being cool and windy, it was a good time to do a kitchen cupboard inventory.

*** If you have a question about our kitchen amenities, or if there is an amenity you wish we had in our kitchen, don’t hesitate to private message me.

12/13/2024

12/12/2024

GETTING THINGS DONE
I took time yesterday morning to get a little bit of work done outside before the winds and thunderstorms set in, then took time in the afternoon to get a few things done in the house.

12/11/2024

GIVE KIDS THE WORLD VILLAGE
Last Thursday, we attended the Give Kids the World VIP tour. If you are looking for a meaningful experience, this one has “all the feels”. 
To learn more:
gktw.org

12/10/2024

TIPS AND TREATS AT MK
I slipped over to Magic Kingdom for 3-4 hours yesterday afternoon. As I made my way around the park, it reminded me of some tips I might be able to share with people going to the park for the first time. I hope it will enhance your visit . Check the photos for comments… And feel free to add some tips of your own.

12/10/2024

Traffic around the Christmas tree is always busy with professional photographers, and families getting their photos in, too.
TIP: take your photo or video and do your editing later. In this video, there were people passing by constantly. I just shot the video and later cropped them out. 

12/10/2024

ANOTHER TIP:
For daytime parades, I like to stand on the train station platform. It provides an unobstructed view, and, because many of the floats are so tall, it allows you to see some of the characters eye-to-eye. The characters frequently give a special wave to the platform area.

12/10/2024

SPLASH MOUNTAIN BY ANY OTHER NAME
If you worried about missing the fun of splashing in a log down a long run, then there is no need to worry. Tiana’s Bayou adventure gives you that…and perhaps a bit more.
The steep drop is still there, and it appears the ride is extended as it now passes under the walking bridge.

I did not get a chance to ride it today because the line was so, so long. You may want to consider a lightning lane pass.

12/10/2024

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure

12/10/2024

Tianya’s Bayou Adventure

12/09/2024

It is great to see that the community trees behind the villa are getting a trim this morning. In particular, it is nice to see some of the smaller, dead branches being lobbed off, resulting in a cleaner appearance.