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BREAKING: Disney World’s Star Wars Hotel Gets an OPENING Timeline!

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One of the most exciting projects coming to Disney World has gotta be the upcoming Star Wars hotel — Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser.

Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Concept Art ©Disney

The hotel will be more of an experience than a typical Disney resort and it will be unlike any other Disney destination in the entire world. Disney is actually calling the experience “storyliving” rather than storytelling! We’ve been closely keeping an eye on its construction, and looking for any updates about the incredibly immersive resort. Now, we finally have a better idea on when Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will open!

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Full Tour: NEW ‘Moana’ Rooms at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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We’ve been counting down the days until Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort officially reopens.

We’re glad to be here!

In the meantime, we’ve been checking out all the other reopenings at the resort, including Oasis Bar and Grill, ‘Ohana (for breakfast AND dinner), and Kona Island (did someone say candied bacon?). But we’ve been impatiently waiting for a chance to check out the new Moana-themed rooms at the hotel.

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These Hotels Will GUARANTEE You More Park Time in Disney World

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Change is something that has become synonymous with Disney World over the years and more particularly since the COVID-19 pandemic. The changes with FastPasses+, entertainment, and extra magic hours had some people wondering if a trip to Disney World was even worth it anymore.

Mornings can be busy in Magic Kingdom!

Speaking of Extra Magic Hours, in 2021, Disney World replaced the hotel perk with Early Theme Park Entry and Extended Evening Hours. If you are unfamiliar with Extra Magic Hours, they were first implemented to allow guests staying at a Disney Hotel to either gain early access or stay later in the theme parks. The idea is still the same, but a bit simpler with Early Theme Park Entry allowing guests to enter any of the parks 30 minutes early every day to get a head start. But, which hotels have access to this benefit? Well, we have a FULL LIST for you! [Read more…]

How Much It Costs to Stay at a Disney-Owned Hotel Versus a Hotel Near Disney World

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There are SO many different Disney-owned hotels and off-property hotels near Disney World in Orlando that it can be difficult to know just where to stay for your upcoming trip.

The Grand Floridian is GRAND.

One of the biggest factors in picking a hotel can be its cost. Today we’re taking a look at just how much it costs to stay at Disney World-owned and operated hotels, and what the costs would look like if you opted instead to stay at other hotels on property or other hotels nearby.

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Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Has FULLY Reopened!

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It’s a BIG day for Disney hotels!

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge has officially reopened! The Disney Vacation Club villas reopened here wayyy back in 2020, along with some shopping and dining options, but the resort as a whole has remained shuttered. Now, non-DVC rooms are OPEN and available for booking! So of course, we had to bring ya along to take a peek inside.

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PHOTOS! Disney’s Beach Club Resort Has Officially Reopened!

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It’s an exciting day in Disney World!

It’s reopened!

Although Disney’s Beach Club Resort partially reopened last summer, today marks the FULL reopening of this hotel. So of course, we stopped by to check it all out!

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8 Tricks Disney World Plays on First-Time Visitors

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If you’re planning your first trip to Disney World, there are a lot of things you need to know!

Get ready for some magic!

You’ll want to learn as much about the parks as you can — from the restaurants to the rides and everything in-between. And as a first-time guest, there are a few ways that Disney tries to trick you. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with the full list so that you know what to expect!

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Don’t Miss Your Chance to Save BIG on Your Disney World Hotel Room!

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We’re constantly keeping an eye out for Disney discounts for ya!

Cinderella Castle

After all, if you’re planning a trip to Disney World, you’ll want to know ALL about how you can save. And between deals on hotels, tickets, and so much more, there are plenty of options! But an offer is set to expire SOON that we’ve got to tell you about.

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Is a Star Wars Dining Show Coming to Disney World?! Look at This Photo and Tell Us!

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What a truly glorious time it is to be a Star Wars fan! 

Star Wars: Galaxy’s Egde in Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Not only is the Disney Cruise Line planning a Star Wars-themed lounge for the Disney Wish, but a newly released book is giving us ALL kinds of details on the Galactic Starcruiser hotel, which is easily one of the most anticipated Disney hotel…ever? 

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How to Save BIG on a 2021 Disney World Hotel Room

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Are you traveling to Disney World in 2021?

You Could Be Looking at THIS AWESOME View!

One of the biggest parts of prepping for your vacation is choosing where to stay during your trip. Disney World has tons of resort options for every price point. But, if you’re looking to save some extra cash (and really, who isn’t?!), here are some top tips for scoring the best deals on Disney hotels this year!

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