Disney News, Discussion & an Element of Fun - 2023 Edition

[Duckbug.Ducktales]

We are in EPCOT today and it is crazy! They were no longer selling tickets when we got here at 11. Most of the rides are fluctuating between 90 and 200 minutes. We waited in the Moana virtual queue for about 2 hours and then the actual queue for almost another hour.

Wow, it's supposed to be slow season! We were at Universal this weekend finishing off our APs. Wait times at IoA were on the low side today, for many we wouldn't have needed our express pass.

 

[figmentfinesse]

It’s a common 3 day weekend for many counties across the US, that’s my guess.

 

[Duckbug.Ducktales]

It’s a common 3 day weekend for many counties across the US, that’s my guess.

Yeah, I'm just learning from my S. FL family that schools are off Monday down there.

 

[afan]

Yeah, I'm just learning from my S. FL family that schools are off Monday down there.

A blogger in AZ I follow, her kids already have fall break this week. Imagine they aren't the only one's given some go back early Aug. Our districts haven't even been in school a month. School schedules are all over the place now.

But it also cleary wasn't expected since MK added an hour yesterday day off. Been awhile since I've seen that happen.

 

[Haley R]

We are in EPCOT today and it is crazy! They were no longer selling tickets when we got here at 11. Most of the rides are fluctuating between 90 and 200 minutes. We waited in the Moana virtual queue for about 2 hours and then the actual queue for almost another hour.

Man I hope it isn’t like this next weekend. We’re planning to go next Sunday. We won’t be waiting an hour for Moana

 

[wabbott]

@ Universal Hollywood today. Typical wait times 15 to 45 minutes. Simpsons & Mario an hour plus.

 

[rstevens333]

What holiday is behind this 3-day weekend?

 

[1lilspark]

What holiday is behind this 3-day weekend?

I know when I was living in MA during elementary school we had the Jewish High Holidays off in our district (Yom Kippur is tonight/tomorrow) living in FL from middle school - present I had some teachers who would treat me missing those days unexcused absences and I actually lost out on being hired for a job because they weren’t gonna let me take those days off

 

[Bibbidi_Boo]

Wow, it's supposed to be slow season! We were at Universal this weekend finishing off our APs. Wait times at IoA were on the low side today, for many we wouldn't have needed our express pass.

its the perfect storm of AP and DVC moana preview, the new 100 year mickey and minnie meet and great, new food booths and soarin over Cali started this weekend also.

 

[PolyRob]

Hollywood screenwriters and studios reach tentative deal to resolve strike​

https://www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture...each-tentative-deal-resolve-strike-rcna107963

 

[HokieRaven5]

Ahsoka, The Muppets, 9 More New Disney PhotoPass Ops at Walt Disney World

It’s not often that I can chat new photo ops for Ahsoka, The Muppets, “Encanto,” the Haunted Mansion, and Tinker Bell all at once, but at Walt Disney World Resort, Disney PhotoPass Service just launched new experiences featuring those favorites and many more!
Between celebrating special events and dreaming up brand new experiences featuring the latest technology, the Disney PhotoPass team has been hard at work ensuring there are plenty of new and enhanced offerings for you to enjoy this fall and beyond. Check out some of my favorites below.

Ahsoka Magic Shots​

To celebrate the release of Ahsoka on Disney+, Image Scanners in Batuu (known on our planet as photographers), have started capturing new Magic Shots featuring Chopper, a Loth Cat, and of course, Ahsoka.

Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month photo ops​

There are many ways to celebrate Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month around Walt Disney World Resort (see all the details by clicking here). Disney PhotoPass photographers are joining the celebration by offering Magic Shots inspired by Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Encanto” and Disney/Pixar’s “Coco” at select locations.

Meeting Mirabel​

One of your favorite members of the Familia Madrigal recently arrived at Magic Kingdom Park! As you meet Mirabel outside of Casa Madrigal, a Disney PhotoPass photographer will be there to capture all the smiles and hugs. It’s one of the many character greeting locations where Disney PhotoPass Service captures your encounter so you can stay in the moment.

Halloween Magic Shots​

At all four theme parks, photographers are offering new Halloween Magic Shots, including a seasonal twist on some of your year-round favorites, including Tinker Bell and balloons. And of course, there are many frightfully fun photos you can capture during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, which you can check out here.

A spirited studio backdrop ​

Serpents and spiders, tail of a rat — call in the spirits … to the Disney PhotoPass Studio at Disney Springs! Our new Haunted Mansion backdrop is perfect for fun and festive fall photos. The studio is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., and no reservations are required. Visiting after the fall? The studio is updated each season so there’s always a new photo op for you to enjoy.

The Muppets Magic Shot​

At the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, the Brew-Wing Lab at the Odyssey features the culinary creations (and mishaps) of Muppet Labs. It’s the home of the famous Pickle Milkshake – need I say more? Nearby, you’ll find a new Magic Shot featuring Bunsen and Beaker showing off a few of their… uh, interesting dishes. Bon appétit!

Enhanced Space Mountain attraction photo​

Attention, space travelers! As you blast off onboard Space Mountain, you’ll notice your attraction photo has a new look. To learn more about your attraction photo experience at Walt Disney World Resort, click here.

Capture Your Moment – now available in Toy Story Land ​

You can now go to infinity and beyond during a Capture Your Moment photo session at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. We’ve recently moved the check-in location for these sessions to make it easy for you to visit Toy Story Land. Hollywood Boulevard, Sunset Boulevard, the Hollywood Tower Hotel, and Echo Lake remain available as session photo locations. To learn more about Capture Your Moment or to book a session, click here.

Disney100 Celebration Magic Shots​

As some of the biggest Disney fans, join us in celebrating 100 years of magic with new Magic Shots at EPCOT and Magic Kingdom Park. These limited-time photo ops honor YOU and all the storytellers who have carried on the Disney legacy over the last century – and will inspire you to look ahead to an incredible future.

 

[Genie+]

The Muppets Beaker magicshot is hilarious!

 

[HokieRaven5]

Disney has shared a new look at The Villas at Disneyland Hotel. Disney will host a "virtual livestream" of the grand opening event on Thursday, Sept. 28 at 10:30am PT / 1:30pm ET.

Scott Gustin

The video includes some new looks at the pool area:



Link to Livestream Event: https://events.twdcstreaming.com/client/player/a85e3edc-68e9-4a29-9bae-57194559a578

 

[1lilspark]

Disney has shared a new look at The Villas at Disneyland Hotel. Disney will host a "virtual livestream" of the grand opening event on Thursday, Sept. 28 at 10:30am PT / 1:30pm ET.

Scott Gustin

The video includes some new looks at the pool area:

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Link to Livestream Event: https://events.twdcstreaming.com/client/player/a85e3edc-68e9-4a29-9bae-57194559a578

How bad do you think this will effect park ops/crowds for the day as it’s our one Disneyland day?

 

[HokieRaven5]

Book Early and Save More—Up to 25%—on Rooms at Select Disney Resort Hotels in the New Year

Book early—by December 15, 2023—and save more on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels in the new year!

• Save up to 25% on stays most Sunday to Thursday nights from January 9, 2024 through February 22, 2024—when you book by December 15, 2023
• Save up to 30% on stays most nights February 25, 2024 through March 24, 2024—when you book by December 15, 2023

Not ready to book? Other savings are available when you book after December 15, 2023.

When you stay in the magic at a Disney Resort hotel, you can enjoy the same legendary detail, storytelling and service found in the theme parks—along with an array of benefits.

This offer is valid for the Disney Resort hotels listed below. View the chart to explore savings.

Savings
When you book by December 15, 2023, you can:

• Save Up to 30% on stays most nights February 25, 2024 through March 24, 2024
• Save Up to 25% on stays most Sunday to Thursday nights from January 9, 2024 through February 22, 2024

When you book on or after December 16, 2023 you can:

• Save Up to 25% on stays most nights February 25, 2024 through March 24, 2024
• Save Up to 20% on stays most Sunday to Thursday nights from January 9, 2024 through February 22, 2024
• Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort
• Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
• Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Jambo House
• Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village
• Disney’s BoardWalk Inn
• Disney’s Contemporary Resort
• Disney’s Old Key West Resort
• Disney’s Riviera Resort
• Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
• Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
• Disney’s Yacht Club Resort
• The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa – Deluxe Studios

When you book by December 15, 2023, you can:

• Save Up to 25% on stays most nights February 25, 2024 through March 24, 2024
• Save Up to 20% on stays most Sunday to Thursday nights from January 9, 2024 through February 22, 2024

When you book on or after December 16, 2023you can:

• Save Up to 20% on stays most nights February 25, 2024 through March 24, 2024
• Save Up to 15% on stays most Sunday to Thursday nights from January 9, 2024 through February 22, 2024
• The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground
• Disney’s Beach Club Resort
• Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort
• Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
• Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter
• Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside

When you book by December 15, 2023, you can:

• Save Up to 20% on stays most nights February 25, 2024 through March 24, 2024
• Save Up to 15% on stays most Sunday to Thursday nights from January 9, 2024 through February 22, 2024

When you book on or after December 16, 2023you can:

• Save Up to 15% on stays most nights February 25, 2024 through March 24, 2024
• Save Up to 10% on stays most Sunday to Thursday nights from January 9, 2024 through February 22, 2024
• Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort
• Disney’s All-Star Music Resort
• Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort
• Disney’s Art of Animation Resort – Family Suites
• Disney’s Pop Century Resort

Save Up to 15% on stays most nights February 25, 2024 through March 24, 2024
Save Up to 10% on stays most Sunday to Thursday nights from January 9, 2024 through February 22, 2024

• Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
• Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
• Disney’s Beach Club Villas
• Disney’s BoardWalk Villas
• Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
• Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
• Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows
• The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

Save Up to 10%for stays:

• Most Sunday through Thursday nights from January 1, 2024 to February 22, 2024
• Most nights February 25, 2024 to March 24, 2024
• Disney’s Art of Animation Resort – Little Mermaid Standard Rooms

 

[Ensusieasm]

Yay, I just saved $400! Thank You!

 

[HokieRaven5]

New Florida Resident Hotel Deal Offers Up to 30% Off Early 2024 Stays at Walt Disney World
Florida residents can stay in the magic and save on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels in early 2024!

• Save up to 30% on stays most Sunday through Thursday nights from January 1, 2024 through February 22, 2024; and most nights February 25, 2024 through March 24, 2024
• Save up to 20% on stays most Friday and Saturday nights January 5, 2024 through February 24, 2024

When you stay at a Disney Resort hotel, you can enjoy the same legendary detail, storytelling and service found in the theme parks—along with an array of benefits.
This offer is valid for the Disney Resort hotels listed below. View the chart to explore savings.

 

[HokieRaven5]

Disney files permits for upcoming DVC Cabins at Fort Wilderness Resort

Permits have now been filed for work to begin on the new Disney Vacation Club Cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort.

Disney announced earlier this year that the existing cabins will be converted into a new DVC property comprising 350 updated, environmentally friendly cabins.

The permit is assigned to an Orlando company that has previously done work for Disney on the All Star, Pop Century, and Yacht Club resort refurbishments.

The permit has a longer-than-usual expiration date of May 2025.

In announcing the new cabins, Disney Vacation Club said the design concepts offer a fresh take on the current cabin experience and are inspired by the resort's idyllic setting while paying homage to the resort's unique culture and heritage through the magic of Disney storytelling.

Each cabin will sleep up to six adults, including a bedroom, bathroom, living room, full kitchen, and private patio.

The planned cabins are part of a collection of improvement projects underway at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, including proposed pool and walking trail enhancements and the recently updated expanded dining experiences at Trail's End Restaurant.

The Cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort – A Disney Vacation Club Resort is planned to open at Walt Disney World in 2024. Disney says that additional information regarding project details, the start of sales, and rental bookings will be released later.

 

[Tigger's ally]

Disney files permits for upcoming DVC Cabins at Fort Wilderness Resort

Permits have now been filed for work to begin on the new Disney Vacation Club Cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort.

Disney announced earlier this year that the existing cabins will be converted into a new DVC property comprising 350 updated, environmentally friendly cabins.

The permit is assigned to an Orlando company that has previously done work for Disney on the All Star, Pop Century, and Yacht Club resort refurbishments.

The permit has a longer-than-usual expiration date of May 2025.

In announcing the new cabins, Disney Vacation Club said the design concepts offer a fresh take on the current cabin experience and are inspired by the resort's idyllic setting while paying homage to the resort's unique culture and heritage through the magic of Disney storytelling.

Each cabin will sleep up to six adults, including a bedroom, bathroom, living room, full kitchen, and private patio.

The planned cabins are part of a collection of improvement projects underway at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, including proposed pool and walking trail enhancements and the recently updated expanded dining experiences at Trail's End Restaurant.

The Cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort – A Disney Vacation Club Resort is planned to open at Walt Disney World in 2024. Disney says that additional information regarding project details, the start of sales, and rental bookings will be released later.

Anybody else beside me wonder how these new cabins will affect Treehouse occupancy?

 

[Haley R]

Disney files permits for upcoming DVC Cabins at Fort Wilderness Resort

Permits have now been filed for work to begin on the new Disney Vacation Club Cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort.

Disney announced earlier this year that the existing cabins will be converted into a new DVC property comprising 350 updated, environmentally friendly cabins.

The permit is assigned to an Orlando company that has previously done work for Disney on the All Star, Pop Century, and Yacht Club resort refurbishments.

The permit has a longer-than-usual expiration date of May 2025.

In announcing the new cabins, Disney Vacation Club said the design concepts offer a fresh take on the current cabin experience and are inspired by the resort's idyllic setting while paying homage to the resort's unique culture and heritage through the magic of Disney storytelling.

Each cabin will sleep up to six adults, including a bedroom, bathroom, living room, full kitchen, and private patio.

The planned cabins are part of a collection of improvement projects underway at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, including proposed pool and walking trail enhancements and the recently updated expanded dining experiences at Trail's End Restaurant.

The Cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort – A Disney Vacation Club Resort is planned to open at Walt Disney World in 2024. Disney says that additional information regarding project details, the start of sales, and rental bookings will be released later.

I’m still so sad about this. We stay at the cabins every year and I’m worried we won’t be able to once they’re switched to DVC