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It’s an exciting time to be a Disney World fan!
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Between hotel refurbishments, restaurant additions, new rides, and more — a lot is on the horizon. With so many changes happening, it can be a lot to keep up with, so let’s check out the latest construction changes from around Disney World.
Did you catch any of Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebrations?!
50th Anniversary Cinderella Castle
Just weeks remain of the epic birthday party, which means that now could be the perfect opportunity to plan a trip! And, just in case you haven’t visited the parks in a while, we’ve rounded up the latest construction updates from Disney World so you’re prepared!
Some guests feel like staying at a Disney resort is the better choice when on vacation at Disney World. It is true there is a lot that you receive when staying on-property that you can’t get anywhere else.
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort
But we found that besides the price difference, there aren’t a lot of cons that people discuss when comparing Disney resorts to other, non-Disney hotels in Orlando. It’s important to consider EVERY aspect, especially when your hard-earned cash is on the line!
Going to Disney World has only become more expensive over the years, and chances are that won’t be changing anytime soon.
Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Between park tickets, food, and accommodations — the costs can add up quickly. The last thing guests need are hidden fees tacked onto an already inflated price. But, in some cases, that’s exactly what “resort fees” are — and President Biden wants to stop it.
It’s here, folks. The day we have been waiting for. It’s been a long time coming, but the wait has only made the return all the more sweet!
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Okay, so maybe we’re being a bit dramatic. But we’re still excited to say that daily housekeeping is coming back to ALL Disney World hotels!
If there’s one thing you can always count on in Disney World, it’s that change is inevitable.
EPCOT Festival of the Arts
And if there’s one thing you can count on DFB for, it’s that we’ll bring you the latest updates, changes, and news you need to know about for your Disney World trip. So, let’s take a look at some of the biggest construction updates you missed in Disney World this week!
Disney World has changed A LOT over the past three years.
Disney World has seen some things these past three years
Since Disney World’s reopening after its historic closure, we’ve seen limited capacity come and go, park pass reservations get introduced, entertainment slowly coming back, and other changes. In January 2023, Josh D’Amaro, the Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products, outlined NEW changes coming to the parks. However, he also mentioned that these changes may not “address everyone’s feedback.”
Disney World already has many of its own hotels and tons of hotels nearby, but a NEW option for your future Disney World trips could be on the way.
Sunset Views in Disney World
We’ve already seen some new hotel additions at or near Disney World, including the opening of the Drury Plaza Hotel Orlando — Disney Springs Area and the Swan Reserve. And a new section is coming to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort too. But now we’ve got another hotel-related update!
Disney World is changing all the time — no two days are alike!
Animal Kingdom
Whether you’re at the parks, resorts, or Disney Springs, chances are there’s some sort of construction project going on. With so many updates on the horizon, it can be hard to keep up — but that’s where we come in. Let’s take a look at the latest Disney World changes you need to see before your next trip!
Lots of big technology changes have been taking place in Disney World over the past few years, and we’re adding another to the list!
Hey, Disney!
We’ve seen the rollout of things like MagicMobile, My Disney Experience, MagicBand+, and Genie+, but now Disney World is in the process of bringing “Hey, Disney!” to hotel rooms across the property. The service, which works with Alexa on Amazon Echo devices, might be available for you on your next vacation, and we’re uncovering some of its coolest features and secrets!
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