Family-Friendly Hotel Near Walt Disney World(R) Resort Gears Up for Summer Fun

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FL--(Marketwired - May 29, 2013) - Visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort is on everyone's wishlist, from small children to retired grandparents, and with all the exciting things happening there's no better time to visit. Fulfill your Disney dream while staying at Courtyard Orlando Lake Buena Vista at Vista Centre, offering affordable, family-friendly accommodations.

Guests of this Lake Buena Vista Orlando, FL hotel can experience Magic Kingdom® Park and New Fantasyland™, the largest expansion in the park's history. New Fantasyland™ has already opened two new themed areas -- Enchanted Forest and Storybook Circus -- offering even more of everyone's favorite Disney characters and stories. Dine in Beast's Castle, go on an undersea ride with Ariel and experience a storytelling adventure with Belle and Lumiere. The area will continue to expand through 2014 and in the end will nearly double in size. Among the upcoming additions are Princess Fairytale Hall, where Disney princesses will be able to greet their subjects in a beautiful royal court; and Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, a fun family coaster.

This family-friendly Orlando hotel near Disney is also the perfect place for those attending Amateur Athletic Union events at the ESPN Wide World of Sports. Cheer on these young athletes as they compete in a variety of sports. For a full schedule, visit http://espnwwos.disney.go.com/events/more/aau-national-events/landing/.

Summer is the best time to get the entire family together, and this Orlando hotel -- with easy access to all four Disney Theme Parks, affordable accommodations and 1,640 square feet of event space -- is an expert at hosting family reunions. With room to accommodate up to 144 guests, a selection of catering menus, expert culinary and bartending staff and professional planners, the only thing the head of the family has to worry about is who to invite. Outside of planned family activities, visitors can enjoy two heated swimming pools and a modern fitness center. Catch up over breakfast at the Courtyard Cafe, or reminisce over beer and wine at the complimentary reception held on Wednesday evenings.

About the Courtyard Orlando Lake Buena Vista at Vista Centre
At the Courtyard Orlando Lake Buena Vista at Vista Centre, the kids can enjoy the Disney Theme Parks and parents can relax with amenities that are geared toward grownups. Located 2 miles from the Downtown Disney® area, this Orlando, Florida hotel is convenient and comfortable, yet affordable enough for families to worry less about the bill and more about having fun. Guest rooms feature a large seating area, plush bedding and coffeemaker, plus a desk and complimentary high-speed Internet access for those who need to squeeze a little work into their stay; a business center offers additional services. Order room service from Papa Luigi's, serving pizza, sandwiches and salads, whenever hunger hits. One-bedroom suites offer more space to spread out. Splash around in two heated swimming pools, or stay on track with health goals at the fitness center. Start the day with a healthy breakfast at the Courtyard Cafe or join us Wednesday evenings for a complimentary reception featuring beer and wine.