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If you’re hoping to get to Disney Springs for some shopping and dining in the upcoming days, there’s a situation happening there that could impact your plans.
Disney Springs
You might be familiar with how to get to Disney Springs via your own car (and park in the designated parking lots) or via the Disney World buses. Select hotels also typically offer boat transportation to Disney Springs — a special perk! But, that perk isn’t so great when it’s not available…
If you’re looking for new ways to get to the theme parks, then you’ve probably been invested in news about the Brightline train!
©Brightline via The Orlando Sentinel
This near-high-speed rail is currently servicing southern Florida, but stations are coming soon in Orlando to make your commute to the city easier. We’ve already gotten a sneak peek inside the station at the Orlando International Airport, and we’ve been following the construction progress…but now you can FINALLY book your tickets!
We’ve been keeping a close eye on the Brightline train — a near-high-speed rail system that will span much of south and central Florida with a stop at the Orlando International Airport.
Brightline train
It could usher in a whole new method of transportation for folks heading to Disney World, and we even got to check out a look inside the new airport station. And now, it looks like we’re one step closer to that station being open!
Ever since Disney World announced the discontinuation of Magical Express back in 2021, we’ve been looking for alternate transportation to the airport.
Brightline train at Orlando Airport
One of the early options that emerged was the Brightline train — a near-high-speed rail system that was supposed to build stations at both Disney Springs and the Orlando International Airport. Plans for the Disney Springs station were ultimately scrapped, but the train will still have stops at the airport and near the Orlando Convention Center. And now, we’ve got a FIRST look inside the station at the airport!
If you’re trying to figure out how to get to Disney World from the airport, there are plenty of options.
Terminal C at MCO
You could rent a car or try a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft. If you want more of a shuttle, there are options like Mears and Sunshine Flyer. And for those traveling this summer, there’s a great way to SAVE on your airport transportation!
Disney World’s newest form of transportation is the Disney Skyliner, a gondola that connects EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios with several Disney Resorts.
Skyliner
Some people like to think of it as a ride in and of itself (remember Disneyland’s Skyway?) and we happen to love using it. But, there are some not-so-stellar aspects to the Skyliner, and we’re filling you in so you can be prepared.
If you’ve followed us for a little while, or if you’ve recently visited Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, you probably know about the HUGE construction project going on there.
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
The project involves building some brand new Disney Vacation Club (DVC) villas, and it’s caused a bit of chaos when it comes to traveling around the hotel. Previously, if you wanted to get to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort on foot, you’d have to walk across a busy street, which can be a little scary. Well, now a NEW walkway between the resorts is available.
When you plan a trip to Disney World, you have to make a LOT of important decisions.
Art of Animation Resort
You’ll need to decide WHEN to go, but also where to eat, and what your priorities are since it’s impossible to do EVERYTHING in one trip. You’ll also need to think about WHERE to stay and if you’re on a budget, you’re probably looking at Disney World’s value resorts.
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Disney World is HUGE, but don’t worry — there are lots of ways to get where you need to go. You can use the extensive bus system, hop on the Monorail, take a boat, or even use a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft. One of the most unique forms of transportation, though, is the Disney Skyliner.
Walt Disney World Skyliner
The Skyliner is Disney’s gondola transportation service that connects two of the theme parks (EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios) to certain hotels. It debuted in 2019 and has run into a few hitches since its opening, but generally it’s a quick, safe, and efficient way to get where you need to go. Even though it’s a safe way to travel, there are a few things you should NEVER do on the Skyliner. [Read more…]
The Skyliner is probably one of the most exciting forms of Disney transportation.
Walt Disney World Skyliner
It will take you high above the resort and get you from Point A to Point B with some spectacular views! Now that the Skyliner has been in use for several years, we’re seeing some additional updates that you’ll want to review before your next trip.
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