turtle pals surfin ’ the East Australian Current . But there ’ s still more to see around the pool area ; look carefully to spot Mr . Ray , Dory , Nemo , Marlin , Squirt , and plenty of bright starfish and pesky seagulls .
Unlike other Value Resorts , all the family suite areas at Art of Animation have beautifully themed interior hallways for entry into your room . We walked past paintings of turtles — and even one featuring Dory showing off her linguistic skills to a whale — but the beautiful coralinspired sconces were our favorite subtle detail as we swam down the carpeted hall to our family suite .
Artwork inspired by the film fills the hallways , but our favorite featured Dory speaking whale . PHOTO BY DANNY SHUSTER
The Finding Nemo area only has one type of room , which sleeps up to six people . Think of this suite as two normally sized Value Resort rooms put together — with a few bonus amenities . These rooms are laid out effectively and are among my favorites at WDW for the intricate and colorful theming . There is no mistaking these suites for a normal hotel room ; you know you ’ re at Disney the moment you step inside .
Artwork inspired by the film fills the hallways , but our favorite featured Dory speaking whale .
PHOTOS BY DANNY SHUSTER