New resort neighboring Disney World, Evermore Orlando Resort, announces opening date and releases first look

FigmentJedi17 days ago

And now it's closed forever.

John park hopperMar 17, 2024

sounds like it will give WDW Some competition --hope it does and Disney gets off their a$$ and does something to bring the magic back and not just raise prices.

NunuMar 17, 2024

https://www.businessinsider.com/photos-evermore-orlando-luxury-beach-resort-big-groups-2024-3

GhostHost1000Mar 04, 2024

Ah ok

TarzanRocked99-Mar 04, 2024

Nah, it’s on 535 to the east of Disney property. Closest to Golden Oak for reference.

GhostHost1000Mar 04, 2024

is this the one you can see part of from the animal kingdom lodge resort area?

JMcMahonEsqMar 04, 2024

I read that as well. And at first, I thought that seemed like a underserved market to be sure. I just don't know how big that market is. It seems like most studies/demographic trends show families getting smaller, not larger. I know some families with more than 2 kids sure, but they are certainly in the minority. And i also don't know how many families now do big extended family/large family trips for over a week. Anecdotal to be sure, but while we would love to take these types of trips, trying to find time when everyone's work, school, sport, ect schedules line up to allow for such a trip has been next to impossible for us once kids got to full time school age. It just seems like a big property for a market that doesn't appear to be so big, at least domestically. Maybe it fits a more European/International traveler who is coming to US and taking 2-3 weeks at a time to do so?

Horizons '83Mar 04, 2024

Agree on many of your points for sure. I do remember reading that the villas portion of the resort was really trying to grab that family of 4 and up demo looking to stay for over a week, which would in theory give you time at the parks and the resort itself. Not sure what the prices are but I would imagine it would a cheaper option then a Deluxe resort on property if you have a large family gathering.

JMcMahonEsqMar 04, 2024

This project/property has always struck me as too "in between" to really be a something to drive people to Orlando. I mean it does seem to have some nice amenities and features. But if i am bringing young kids down to Orlando to do the parks, I am not going to be at the resort utilizing those amenities. If I am looking to save money for a Disney trip by staying off property, there are many more cheaper options. Maybe not with as many amenities (although Marriot World is awfully nice) but if cost savings is my goal, those hotels win out over this location. And if the resort/beach/relaxation vacation is what I am shooting for, then as others have posted, there are actual beach resorts that you could choose over this property. With the Brightline train running, a split Ft. Lauderdale/Miami/Hollywood trips seem like they could be an interesting time. Summary, it seems like this property has alot of things that are really good, but not a single thing that you can say is the best option. If you're looking for staying in bubble, or proximity to the park as your driving force, on property resorts win. If you're looking at cost, cheaper off property locations win. If you're looking for a relaxing all-inclusive type stay, and parks aren't your driving vacation goal, there are other locations that do it better, and you are not paying the premium or having to travel to Orlando to deal with all the WDW vacationers. I just don't know what the market is for the travelers who are looking to do everything at the same time. Seems hard on the standard US week at a time vacation model.

pigglewiggleMar 04, 2024

It looks very nice. I'm sure a lot of people will try it out.

Horizons '83Mar 04, 2024

I think the idea was that it could be the perk that drives people to Orlando if they are looking to do theme parks, but also a beach like resort. While nothing compares to the real deal, this resort really has everything; golf, tennis, proximity to theme parks, the lagoon/beach, a good number of restaurants, etc.

pigglewiggleMar 02, 2024

This looks nice, but it isn't for us. I wouldn't travel to Florida to book a vacation home with a fake beach. I would prefer to actually go to a beach. Also, I don't know 27 people who would travel with us. ;)

Horizons '83Mar 02, 2024

Been reading that the Conrad is having some issues but would assume they are just new and will work them out.

Disney AnalystMar 02, 2024