Disney's Grand Floridian Resort brings a sophisticated polish to this fantasyland of theme parks in Orlando. High on Victorian charm and low on glitz and glitter, it's a world of shady verandas, magnificent stained glass domes, chandeliers and bellhops; an elegant retreat indeed.

The facilities

There's a huge choice of restaurants here, but a must for anyone with children is the character dining at 1900 Park. There's also a chic Mediterranean eatery, the award-winning modern American restaurant Victoria and Albert's, and the iconic Grand Floridian Cafe. The more active can  try out Grand Floridian's extensive outdoor pool area, fitness centre or soak up the sun on the white-sand beach.

The rooms

Each of Disney's Grand Floridian Resort's guestrooms is charming and elegant, in keeping with its communal areas. Each boasts 24-hour room service, nightly turndown, private safes and high-speed internet access as standard.