The Shores Resort and Spa in Daytona Beach , FL {a Room Tour}

Are you headed to Daytona Beach, Florida in the near future? Looking for a place to stay that is both beautiful and comfortable? Have I got the place for you...I present to you The Shores Resort and Spa.

As soon as I found out that my stay in Daytona Beach would be at The Shores Resort and Spa I turned to the internet to show me photos. It didn't disappoint. The Shores is the ONLY resort in Daytona Beach that has a AAA Diamond rating, and it isn't hard to see why.

{photo credit: The Shores Resort and Spa}

The Shores Resort and Spa is home to Azure, the only fine-dining oceanfront restaurant in Daytona Beach Shores. My first night at The Shores I experienced Azure's delicious menu. I started with an Azure-tini, a beautiful cocktail in the most beautiful shade of blue. Next, my table shared a multitude of appetizers. We had Crispy Calamari, Warm Goat Cheese Dip, Lump Crab Cocktail, and more. Each dish was so beautifully plated, and were absolutely delicious.

Upon check-in, Florida residents that book the Florida Resident Package are given tickets for S'Mores kits. That's right, there are fire pits out back that are lit when the sun goes down. Sit back, listen to the waves crash and enjoy an ooey-gooey graham cracker, {burnt} marshmallow, and chocolate concoction for your taste buds. Don't worry, if you aren't a Florida resident, you can purchase S'Mores kits that feed 4-5 people at the front desk for $10.

{photo credit: The Shores Resort and Spa}

Now, let's take a look inside the room. My room was spacious, with a king sized canopy bed and seating area perfect for watching the waves crash outside. 

{This cute little love seat opens up to create additional sleeping space.}

The bathroom was large enough to wriggle out of a wet swimsuit and get showered after a big day at the beach.

Would you like to see more of the inside of the room at The Shores Resort and Spa? Watch my video below. 

Have you been to The Shores Resort and Spa in Daytona Beach, FL? I'd love to hear all about your stay! What was your favorite attraction outside of the resort? Tell me about it in the comments below.

I received complimentary accommodations in exchange for this post. All opinions are my own. 

A Guide to Disney's Yacht Club Resort

My family and I had the amazing opportunity to stay at Disney's Yacht Club Resort last week. We've stayed at lots of Walt Disney World Resorts over the years. From Value Resorts to Deluxe Resorts, we've seen a BUNCH of beautiful accommodations at Walt Disney World! So far, Disney's Yacht Club is our favorite. Let me show you why.

This is my family. Thanks to American Tourister we all had our very own suitcase to pack for more fun!

The moment we walked through the doors to the lobby, I knew we were home. {That's Disney speak for where you'll stay for the next few days.} I mean, look at how beautiful the lobby is.

Pro Tip: Be sure to look for the Hidden Mickey's around Disney's Yacht Club Resort. They are lots of fun to find!

After we checked in, it was time to go see our room. If the rooms were as beautiful and charming as the outside and the lobby, we knew we were in for a treat. Let's go inside!

Absolutely breathtaking. With two double beds and a daybed, it comfortable sleeps a family of five. Do you crave your cup of coffee first thing in the morning? There's a coffee maker in each room. Need a place to sit and do a little writing, or maybe you want to map out the next day at the Parks. There's a nice desk area just for you. This is a good time to tell you about the free wi-fi in each room, and around the entire resort area. With two sinks in the bathroom area, you won't need to worry about sharing while brushing your teeth. 

My family's favorite amenity in our room?? The mini-fridge. Each night, we filled it with bottled water, small bottles of juice and soda. Each morning, before we headed out for the day, we filled our backpack with cold drinks to keep us hydrated throughout our day. This way we only had to buy drinks when we ate a meal at a restaurant. 

If you've ever stayed at a Disney Resort, you know they have the most amazing pools, sandy-bottom pools. Some will tell you that Disney's Yacht Club Resort has the best pool of all of the Resorts. I'd have to agree that it's really awesome. 

Stormalong Bay is 3 acres of water wonderland and features a looonngg slide that is fun for all ages! In fact, you won't find a waterslide at a Disney resort that is higher than the one at the Yacht Club Resort.

Even the biggest of kids love Stormalong Bay!

A few more fun perks to staying at Disney's Yacht Club Resort:

• You're a five minute walk from Epcot or a short boat ride to Hollywood Studios. 
• Beaches & Cream, the Ice Cream Parlor that is famous for The Kitchen Sink ice cream dessert is located at Stormalong Bay. 
• Want to have an elegant dinner? Visit Yachtsman Steakhouse for a delicious meal after a long day at the parks.
• There's a full-service gym located right on property for those of you who like to pump iron or jog along on a treadmill.
• Take the kids down to the beach for a nightly Disney movie under the stars. 
• Play tennis, volleyball, corn hole and more!
• Run along the jogging path on the boardwalk each morning before the sun wakes up. 
• And so much more!

Disney's Yacht Club Resort is now our favorite resort on Disney property. Next time you plan your family vacation to the Walt Disney World Resort I urge you to look into booking at the Yacht Club.

My family and I stayed at Disney's Yacht Club Resort while attending the Disney Social Media Moms Celebration. We were provided with discounted tickets and accommodations for our stay. We were not asked to provide this review. All opinions are our own.