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Business Insider
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Business Insider
I've stayed at all of Disney World's priciest resorts — only one's worth it for its easy park access and great amenities
I visit Disney World at least twice a month. On about half of my trips, I stay at the most expensive resorts on the property, which Disney labels "deluxe." Deluxe resorts are often the closest to the theme parks and feature upgraded amenities and special restaurants. As they're above Disney's lower-cost value resorts and moderate options, they can get pricey. Starting rates at the deluxe resorts typically start at about $500 a night. I love all of the high-end places I've stayed at, but if I had to recommend just one on the entire Disney World property, it'd be the Riviera Resort. The resort brings a chic European style to the heart of Disney World From the outside, the grayish resort doesn't look like much. However, the interior is stunning and filled with custom artwork inspired by Disney's princesses and movies set in Europe, like "The Aristocats." I also love that the resort has two pools. One is a dedicated quiet pool with plush seating and shaded tables that's mainly for adults looking to relax. The other is more family-friendly with a slide and water features that are fun for kids. There's also plenty of upscale amenities on the property, like a beautiful gym and a rooftop bar overlooking the Disney Skyliner gondola system. Even better, the Skyliner can easily take guests to two of Disney's theme parks, Epcot and Hollywood Studios. Getting to the latter can sometimes take about 30 minutes (and requires a transfer), but the ride to Epcot is only about eight minutes. The resort has a broad range of accommodations, ranging from studios that sleep two to massive three-bedroom villas that sleep 12 and are complete with a formal dining room, full kitchen, and outdoor deck. My favorite is the resort's one-bedroom villa, which can sleep up to five people. It has a beautiful main bedroom that's attached to a marble-covered bathroom. The open living room and kitchen double as another sleeping space with two pull-down beds. The villa has a lot of storage, which I really love. It means I can unpack and spread out, but my space never looks cluttered throughout my stay. There are great dining options at Disney's Riviera Resort I often like to cook my own food to save money on Disney trips — it's cheaper than buying every meal at the parks or a hotel. However, the Riviera Resort has great dining options for a splurge meal. My favorite is Topolino's Terrace for Breakfast à la Art with Mickey & Friends. This character-dining experience is a delightful way to spend a morning. Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Daisy make their way around the restaurant to take photos with guests as they munch on dishes like sour-cream waffles with roasted apples and French-toast bread pudding. Other dining options around the resort are Bar Riva, an excellent pool bar serving drinks and sizable lunch and dinner plates, and Primo Piatto, a quick-service restaurant dishing out everything from hot sandwiches and pizza to soups and salads. Plus, there's plenty to do on the property once the sun goes down During the day, I love spending time in the resort's pools. At night, I always find lots to do around the property. The resort hosts nightly movies on its lawn, where you can catch an animated Disney classic. I also love the free marshmallow roasts that happen each evening around a fire. When it's time for the Epcot fireworks, I head up to Topolino's Terrace for incredible viewing on the outdoor patio. About 30 minutes before the show begins, I like to grab a drink from the bar that I can enjoy outside— its old-fashioneds are incredible. This is the resort I always recommend to friends When friends ask me where to stay at Disney World, the Riviera Resort is always my first suggestion if they have extra room in their vacation budgets. Though a stay can be pricey, I still think the resort is a good pick for its easy access to two theme parks, ample dining options, exceptional amenities, and large rooms for bigger families. I've stayed here a handful of times and always enjoy my vacation. Even if the resort isn't in your budget, you should still try to get to Topolino's Terrace for breakfast.
Straits Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Straits Times
K-pop girl group I-dle, Chinese singer Cai Xukun headline S'pore debut of Chinese music festival
Find out what's new on ST website and app. K-pop girl group I-dle (above) and Chinese pop idol Cai Xukun will be headlining the Bubbling & Boiling Music and Arts Festival. SINGAPORE - K-pop girl group I-dle and Chinese pop idol Cai Xukun will be headlining the upcoming Bubbling & Boiling Music and Arts Festival at Resorts World Ballroom. The festival from China is making its overseas debut in Singapore. According to the event's website and social media accounts, I-dle will be performing on Sept 13 and Cai on Sept 14. The full artiste line-up and ticket information has yet to be announced. I-dle, formerly known as (G)i-dle, consist of five members - Miyeon, Minnie, Soyeon, Yuqi and Shuhua. They rebranded themselves with the name change in May, and released a special EP, We Are I-dle, that same month. They debuted in May 2018 and are famous for songs such as Latata (2018), Oh My God (2020) and Hwaa (2021). The group last performed here at the Singapore Indoor Stadium in October 2023 as part of their I Am Free-ty World Tour. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore Car that fell into Tanjong Katong Road South sinkhole removed; road remains closed for repairs Singapore Workers used nylon rope to rescue driver of car that fell into Tanjong Katong Road sinkhole Life Vet Talk: Pet owners and vets need to work together to prevent infectious zoonotic diseases Singapore Benchmark barrier: Six of her homeschooled kids had to retake the PSLE Singapore For Singapore to do well, PAP govt has to continue to hold its own: SM Lee Asia S'porean trainee doctor in Melbourne arrested for allegedly filming colleagues in toilets since 2021 Singapore Mum at 15: More teens in Singapore gave birth in 2024 Business Already owning 5 properties, woman wanted elderly dad's 4 homes Minnie, 27, was in town in June for the opening of American footwear brand Skechers' revamped flagship outlet at Bugis Junction and in January for the launch of Chinese milk tea chain Chagee's second flagship store at VivoCity. Cai, 26, rose to fame in 2018 after taking part in Chinese reality show Idol Producer, in which he finished first. He then became the leader of temporary boy band Nine Percent, formed by the top nine-placed contestants of Idol Producer, before they disbanded in 2019. He is known for songs such as Lover (2020), Hug Me (2022) and Deadman (2025), and was a regular cast member of Chinese variety show Keep Running between 2020 and 2023. He previously performed in Singapore at Marina Bay Sands in July 2023 as part of his Kun 2023 World Tour.
Newsweek
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Cat Caught Comforting Senior Dog Scared of Thunder Melts Hearts
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A black cat's gentle gesture of comfort toward a frightened senior dog during a thunderstorm has tugged at the heartstrings of viewers on TikTok. The short clip shows a dog hesitating at the foot of a staircase, visibly fearful of a thunderstorm rumbling outside. Just moments later, the family's black cat, watching from the sofa, leaps down, approaches the dog, and offers a reassuring "boop" to her nose before leading the way up the stairs. The June 10 post has garnered more than 273,000 views and over 40,000 likes to date, with many viewers commenting that the pets' owner (@ihavenosoulx666) has captured a touching moment of interspecies affection. Viewers were able to see the senior dog, named Minnie, standing at the base of the stairs, visibly reluctant to climb them alone. As thunder sounded in the background, she turned back toward the living room. It is then that the black cat noticed Minnie's distress. "Minnie, our senior dog, is afraid of thunder, she was scared to go upstairs alone, I just caught our black cat reassuring her with boops," an overlaid text on the video read, while the caption added: "Animals have their own language and I just love catching these moments." The pets' owner shared in the caption that senior dog Minnie is a goldendoodle. Since the post gained traction, comments have been pouring in from moved pet owners who recognized similar behavior in their own homes. Several viewers praised the cat for somehow picking up on their canine sibling's nervousness and rushing to her support. "My black cat does the same thing to our senior dog," one viewer said. "I get home and see them cuddling on the couch and giving him head boops to calm him down." "I love that," the pets' owner responded. "They know and it's such a beautiful thing to witness. That is adorable! Ours, he likes to rough play, so when this happens, it's just jxjebxjdxnjebx." "The way she just stares at them and the kitty just knew what their job was," another viewer commented. "We don't deserve cats," another said. "Amazing pets." "Black cats are the best," another agreed. Newsweek reached out to @ihavenosoulx666 for more information via TikTok. A cat and dog snuggle up to each other at home. A cat and dog snuggle up to each other at home. Getty Images Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Time of India
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Watch! Mickey & Minnie Dance to Bole Chudiya in UAE Mall — Internet Has a Lot to Say
A video from a mall in Sharjah, UAE, is going viral after two performers dressed as Mickey and Minnie Mouse were seen dancing to the Bollywood song Bole Chudiya. The clip, shared on Instagram by Dharmendra Gupta, shows the two dancing inside a mall on Maleha Road, while shoppers gathered around to watch and film the performance. A Bollywood beat in an unexpected place The video starts with Mickey and Minnie dancing to Bole Chudiya, a popular song from the 2001 film Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham. Mickey is seen dancing with full energy, while Minnie's slower and less in-sync moves stood out. Shoppers quickly gathered around to watch and record the fun moment. Social media had a lot to say After the video was posted, social media users were quick to react. Many pointed out the difference in energy between the two dancers, leading to a flood of funny and light-hearted comments. The comment section added to the fun, with viewers sharing light-hearted reactions that helped the video gain more traction across platforms. Some joked about the energy mismatch, saying, 'The potential this video had only if the guy in Minnie was as enthusiastic as Mickey hahaha,' and 'Minnie forgot the moves.' Others added, 'It's not mini, it's Munna inside the mini costume haha,' and 'Mini is simply not interested.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Elevate Business Writing With This Desktop App Grammarly Learn More Some users said, 'I need this job with my buddies,' while another commented, 'You can definitely tell which ethnicity is under that costume.' Watch the viral video here: There were also remarks like, 'This should be all over India,' 'Mickey got some moves,' and 'Coming to Sharjah now.' These comments contributed to the video gaining traction across various platforms, drawing views from audiences in the UAE and beyond. A song that never gets old Bole Chudiya, composed by Jatin-Lalit and sung by Sonu Nigam, Alka Yagnik, Udit Narayan, Amit Kumar, and Kavita Krishnamurthy, is still one of Bollywood's most iconic songs. The original video, featuring Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, Kareena Kapoor, and Hrithik Roshan, is often linked with celebrations and traditional dance. Even after more than 20 years, the song continues to be a favourite at weddings, cultural events, and festive gatherings, connecting people across generations. social media reactions . The publication does not endorse or promote any particular interpretation of the footage.
The Sun
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Brice's launches new Himalayan Salt flavour
AFTER a morning of slogging away at work, mundanity sets in at midday, and we turn to snacking to seek comfort and familiarity. That brief gratification is later plagued with guilt over an unhealthy dietary choice made in the heat of the moment. Helping you make the right snacking choices, SW Food, under the EcoBrown's brand, has revealed another flavour, fourth, to be exact, in its Brice range called Himalayan Salt. Minnie from I-dle at the Brice new flavour launch. The launch event, graced by K-pop star Minnie of I-dle, took place at the One Utama Oval Concourse last Saturday as adoring fans of the Obsession crooner and Brice guilt-free snacks made the affair livelier with their high-strung cheers and enthusiasm. Following the masterstroke of its previous flavours – Spicy Cheese, Seaweed and Truffle –, the Himalayan Salt-flavoured rice puff snack is available in 40g and 100g packs, perfect for snacking on the go or during a movie marathon. Leading the healthy snacking troupe with its slogan 'Snack the Smart Way', Brice's rice puffs, made from brown rice, red rice and black rice, are packed with all the right nutrients such as dietary fibre, Vitamin B3, B6 and E. SW Food head of marketing Vynce Lim said this launch is meaningful as it cultivates special moments for friends, loved ones and loyal customers who enjoy Brice's rice puffs. 'Himalayan Salt is famously known for their health and beauty benefits, this new flavour can be enjoyed by all age groups and it is made from premium quality rice.' She also shared her excitement over Minnie's special appearance at the event. 'We are truly excited about this launch, with a special appearance by the K-Pop idol Minnie of I-dle, known for her exceptional talents and beauty, offering our loyal customers an unforgettable exclusive experience.' Snack right with Brice range of rice puffs and its new addition Himalayan Salt, which is available at major supermarkets including Jaya Grocer, Mydin, Lotus's and Aeon. (From left) The event host, Minnie and her translator at the event.
