We have some BIG, exciting news to share with you this Magical Monday!
Hotel Refurbishments, Ride Closures, & New Disney PARKS!?
How will these Disney World changes affect your next adventure?
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🌟🌟 New Disney Parks!? 🌟🌟
During the D23 Convention way back in 2022, Disney shared that Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom could be seeing new lands in the future. Last week, we FINALLY received confirmation that Disney is ready to begin their plans of not one, but TWO CONFIRMED Park Expansions!!
A new land is coming to Magic Kingdom, and Imagineers shared that guests can expect this to be the biggest park expansion YET.
With expansions planned to be as large and immersive as the Pandora land in Animal Kingdom and Galaxy’s Edge in Hollywood Studios, Disney fans are speculating that they may finally receive a Disney Villain-Themed Land once and for all!
Please keep in mind these are VERY early announcements. Although we don’t have a timeline for the new areas, we now know Disney is breaking ground & it’s FINALLY happening!
So, What does this mean for your upcoming adventures? ⁉️
🌟🌟 Ride Closures, & New Attractions! 🌟🌟
This topic may be controversial to some.
We understand the feeling of heartbreak when your favorite ride is no longer something to look forward to. However! We’re excited to make new memories with the attractions taking their place!
DinoLand in Animal Kingdom is expected to begin going through a refurbishment soon. If Dinosaur is one of your favorite rides… We suggest experiencing it one last time if you can!
Another update in the Animal Kingdom Park, The “It’s Tough to Be a Bug!” Ride will be getting an upgrade! A new 3D Show featuring favorite characters from Zootopia will take its place inside the Tree of Life. We will keep you updated in the confirmed closing announcement!
Epcot’s iconic ride, Test Track will also soon be a new, re-imagined ride!
Starting refurbishments this June 17th, Test Track will be bringing back elements of the original Old World of Motion attraction - Which was the FIRST iconic ride when Epcot first opened in 1982.
🌟🌟 Bonus Park Updates & Refurbishments! 🌟🌟
The long-awaited CommuniCore Plaza & CommuniCore Hall will open this June 10th, 2024! Right in time for the beginning of Epcot’s Food and Wine Festival.
With Magic Kingdoms expansion, Frontier Land is currently under refurbishments.
The once iconic Splash Mountain & Country Bear Jambury animatronics are now closed. Re-opening this Summer, Splash Mountain has been transformed to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure!
Over in Hollywood Studios, The Little Mermaid Attraction will be re-imagined to “Voyage of the Little Mermaid”. This show been closed since park closures in 2020!
Perks of Staying at an On-Property Disney Resort in 2025:
🏰 Early Theme Park Entry
🏰 Qualifying Resorts: AND Extended Evening Hours
🏰 Ground Transportation to all Parks
🏰 Option to add Dining Plan
🏰 Free admission to 1 of Disney’s Water Parks on the first day of check-in
Want to experience the parks without the overwhelming amount of guests or heat?
🏰 Disney After Hours: This ticketed event is available for select dates at Hollywood Studios, Magic Kingdom, and Epcot. Guests will enjoy 3 extra hours after the regular parks closure, and enjoy unlimited snacks like popcorn, ice-cream and drinks!
🌟🌟 Disney Hotel Glow Ups 🌟🌟
🏰 The Grand Floridian is currently under refurbishments. For guests thinking to stay at this resort soon, it’s important to know construction can be heard during the day.
1900 Park Fare Character breakfast will reopen on April 10th 2024! This beloved character dining has been closed since the park closures in 2020!
🏰 Boardwalk Inn:
New Restaurants coming to Boardwalk Inn, along with new Room & Lobby Renovations - Which can now be booked✨
🏰 Fort Wilderness:
More than 350+ Refurbished Cabins will be available for families to book beginning July 1st, 2024
🏰 Polynesian Resort:
New DVC Rooms will be available soon, New Restaurants on-property, and New Recreation Offerings are all things we can see by 2025!
🏰 Port Orleans French Quarter:
Blue Lagoon pool will be closed for refurbishments. However! As a guest staying on-property, you can always stroll on over to the other pools located at Port Orleans. Just keep in mind and plan ahead of time, you may have to walk 15 minutes to get to a pool.
🏰 One of the most luxurious Disney Resort Pools, Stormalong Bay at Yacht & Beach Club, will be closed for refurbishments Jan 2025- May 2025
🏰 Fantasia Pool at All-Star Movies will also be going under a refurbishment in Jan 2025- April 2025
Disney continues to redefine the realm of magic, bringing new experiences to families of all interests — And we’re here to help you seamlessly plan your next adventure!
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Victoria Harper | Harper Adventures Travel Agency |
Family Travel Agent | Honeymoon & Destination Wedding Planner
Article Written By: Victoria Harper
Sources -
📷: DisneyFoodBlog
🌟: Disney Travel News
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