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Now that Disney World’s Magical Express service is gone, we’ve been thinking A LOT about the replacement service, Mears Connect.
Mears Connect Bus
And although Mears Connect isn’t the ONLY replacement, we asked our readers if you’ve had a chance to use the Mears service yet. And here’s what you told us about their experiences.
It’s hard to believe that Disney World’s Magical Express service is gone.
Mears Connect signs at Orlando Airport
And for those who never got to use the service, this was Disney World’s FREE complimentary bus transportation to and from Orlando International Airport and Disney World hotels. But as of January 1st, 2022, a new paid service replaced Magical Express, but we have to admit, we think we’ve seen the buses that service uses before.
Disney has had some major events take place recently, including the holidays, Disney+ Day, and the start of 50th Anniversary celebrations in Disney World.
Cinderella Castle
There’s another big day coming up very soon! January 10th is going to bring some MAJOR changes to the Disney parks, including ride closures, transportation changes, and new snacks. Here are ALL of the things that will be changing on that day.
Planning a trip to Disney World in 2022?
Cinderella Castle
That’s so exciting! Of course, Disney World is EXPENSIVE, so you might have budgeting on your mind. There are a few aspects of Disney World that will be MORE pricy next year. Here are eight additional costs to plan for in Disney World in 2022!
In case you missed it, a major Disney World perk is going away in 2022.
Magical Express
That’s right, Disney’s Magical Express airport transportation will be discontinued as of January 1st, 2022, and guests visiting Disney World will have to find other ways to get from Orlando International Airport to their Disney World hotel. We asked our readers (that’s YOU!) about what transportation option you plan to use, and here’s what you said!
It was announced earlier this year that the Disney Magical Express would be discontinued in 2022.
We’ll miss you, Magical Express
This means there will no longer be free transportation between Orlando International Airport at Walt Disney World. We’ve already seen signs for the service disappear at some Disney hotels, and seen one of the buses for a replacement service in Disney World. The service was set to be discontinued on January 1st, 2022, but we just got an update on when the actual last ride will be for the Disney Magical Express.
2021 has certainly been a year to remember when it comes to Disney news! From parks and resorts reopening to major anniversaries to the way we plan our vacations changing entirely, this year has been packed with some shocking announcements, updates, and news bombs!
Magic Kingdom
Let’s take a look back at some of the biggest revelations made in 2021 when it comes to Disney!
Disney’s Magical Express was discontinued at the start of 2022. That means if you’re visiting Disney World this year, you’ll need to figure out another way to get to and from your Disney World hotel and the Orlando International Airport.
Magical Expres
You could use a rideshare service, a taxi, a rental car, a private car service, or several other options. Two BIG options you might also be considering are Mears Connect and The Sunshine Flyer. These are 2 transportation services that are essentially meant to replace the Magical Express. But just how do these replacement services compare to one another? We’re breaking down all of the information you need to know right here!
A lot has happened in Disney World in 2021.
Partners Statue
Disney World discontinued and changed several big things in 2021, and not everyone has been a fan of all these changes. We asked our readers how Disney World made YOU mad in 2021. And now, we are sharing some common responses.
Can you believe it’s almost the end of 2021 and the beginning of 2022?
We’ll miss you, Magical Express
And there are a LOT of changes coming to Disney World in the New Year. We’ll see the grand opening of the new Star Wars Hotel, the opening of the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind ride, and the end of the Magical Express. The Magical Express is the complimentary transportation service to and from Orlando International Airport for guests staying at Disney World resorts.
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