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First Story Rises at Disney Lakeshore Lodge Resort Construction Site in Walt Disney World

Progress continues at the construction site for Disney Lakeshore Lodge, the Disney Vacation Club (DVC) resort scheduled to open in 2027 at Walt Disney World. Photos from this week…

2 years ago · Dec 18, 2024 | 9:40am ET

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Island Tower at Disney's Polynesian Resort Officially Opens to Guests at Walt Disney World

Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows has officially welcomed its newest addition, the Island Tower, which opened to guests today, December 17, 2024 . The debut marks the latest…

2 years ago · Dec 17, 2024 | 8:25am ET

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Walkway Connecting Polynesian, Grand Floridian, and Magic Kingdom Reopens with Island Tower Opening

The long-awaited walking path at Disney's Polynesian Resort has reopened alongside the grand opening of the Island Tower on December 17, 2024. Guests can now once again walk…

2 years ago · Dec 17, 2024 | 7:45am ET

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Final Preparations Underway for Island Tower at Disney's Polynesian Resort

The Island Tower at Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows is set to officially open its doors on December 17, 2024, and final preparations are in full swing . With just one week…

2 years ago · Dec 10, 2024 | 9:07am ET

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Disney+ Now Rolling Out to Walt Disney World Resort Hotel TVs

Guests staying at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels can now stream Disney+ on in-room TVs. Previously, guests could stream Disney+ by casting from their own devices to the…

2 years ago · Dec 09, 2024 | 8:33am ET

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New Disney Vacation Club Resort Disney Lakeshore Lodge to Open in 2027

Disney has officially announced the development of a brand-new Disney Vacation Club (DVC) resort hotel—Disney Lakeshore Lodge . Set to open in 2027, the new resort will be…

2 years ago · Nov 26, 2024 | 12:10pm ET

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Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Honors Veterans with Charity Donation

As part of National Veterans and Military Families Month, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin has made a charitable donation of over $13,000 to the Wounded Warrior Project…

2 years ago · Nov 21, 2024 | 9:30am ET

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Swan and Dolphin Breaks Ground on Major 120,000-Square-Foot Expansion at Walt Disney World

Work is now underway on the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort's latest project, a 120,000-square-foot addition to its meeting and convention spaces. Executives from…

2 years ago · Nov 19, 2024 | 3:05pm ET

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Disney Shares First Concept Art and Details of McKim's Mile House DVC Lounge in Frontierland

Disney Vacation Club Members will soon have a new place to relax at Magic Kingdom. Opening by summer 2025, McKim’s Mile House will bring a rustic retreat to the heart of…

2 years ago · Nov 18, 2024 | 2:00pm ET

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Gingerbread Carousel Opens for 2024 Holiday Season at Disney's Beach Club Resort

The Gingerbread Carousel has officially opened for the season, bringing a touch of holiday magic to Disney’s Beach Club Resort at Walt Disney World. For the past 24 years, the…

2 years ago · Nov 14, 2024 | 9:35am ET

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What's New at Disney's BoardWalk Gingerbread Display for the 2024 Holiday Season

Starting November 12, Disney’s BoardWalk Inn has unveiled its gingerbread display—a miniature version of the BoardWalk Deli itself. Created by the BoardWalk Inn Bakery team, the…

2 years ago · Nov 12, 2024 | 11:07am ET

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Guest Room Refurbishments Coming to Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside in 2025

Disney’s Port Orleans Resort - Riverside is preparing for a significant refurbishment of its Magnolia Bend guest rooms. Starting in early April 2025, these rooms will undergo…

2 years ago · Nov 11, 2024 | 9:35am ET

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Preview of the 2024 Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic: Dishes, Drinks, and Details

The media preview for this year's Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic provided an early taste of what's coming on Friday, November 15, and Saturday, November 16, 2024. The Walt…

2 years ago · Nov 07, 2024 | 10:45am ET

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Disney's Grand Floridian 2024 Gingerbread House Opens for 25th Anniversary Celebration

The Grand Floridian's iconic Gingerbread House is officially open and celebrating its 25th year. Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa kicks off the season with this fan-favorite…

2 years ago · Nov 06, 2024 | 8:21am ET

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Construction Underway for 2024 Grand Floridian Gingerbread House at Walt Disney World

Work is well underway on the annual gingerbread house at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa at Walt Disney World. The life-sized gingerbread display, a long-standing tradition…

2 years ago · Nov 01, 2024 | 10:27am ET

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First Look: New Guest Rooms at the Walt Disney World Swan Resort

The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort is undergoing a massive $275 million expansion and renovation, including refreshed and modernized guest rooms, along with a…

2 years ago · Oct 30, 2024 | 11:50am ET

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New Event Space and Luxury Rooms Coming to Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin by Summer 2026

The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin is preparing to launch a $275 million overhaul, marking the most extensive transformation in the property's history. This project will bring…

2 years ago · Oct 29, 2024 | 6:00pm ET

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Disney Reveals First Look Video at Moana's Voyage Splash Area at Polynesian Villas Island Tower

In a new update from Walt Disney Imagineering today, we get a sneak peek of the interactive splash pad in the Island Tower addition at Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows…

2 years ago · Oct 22, 2024 | 10:!2am ET

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Reflections Resort at Walt Disney World Moves Forward: Cranes Now in Place

Construction activity appears to be ramping up at Walt Disney World, with cranes now in position at the site where the long-delayed Reflections—A Disney Lakeside Lodge project may…

2 years ago · Oct 18, 2024 | 10:00am ET

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Disney Vacation Club Launches Membership Magic Beyond With Exclusive Perks in 2025

Disney Vacation Club (DVC) is introducing a new optional enhancement for its members called the Membership Magic Beyond program. Launching on December 3, 2024, eligible members…

2 years ago · Oct 16, 2024 | 12:25pm ET

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Disney's Fort Wilderness and Treehouse Villas to Reopen Early on October 13 After Hurricane Milton

Following a temporary closure due to the impact of Hurricane Milton, Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground and the Treehouse Villas at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort &…

2 years ago · Oct 12, 2024 | 9:06am ET

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Florida Residents Save Up to 30 Percent on Disney Resort Rooms in Early 2025

Florida residents can take advantage of exclusive discounts at Walt Disney World in early 2025. With this special offer, Florida residents can save up to 30% on rooms at select…

2 years ago · Oct 01, 2024 | 6:40am ET

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Walt Disney World Offers Up to 25 Percent Off Rooms for Early 2025 Stays

Disney has announced new savings for guests looking to stay at Walt Disney World in early 2025. With this special offer, guests can save on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels…

2 years ago · Oct 01, 2024 | 6:26am ET

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Save Up to $200 Per Night at Walt Disney World with New 2025 Room-and-Ticket Offer

Walt Disney World is offering significant savings on room-and-ticket packages for select Disney Resort hotels in early 2025. With this offer, guests can save up to $200 per night…

2 years ago · Oct 01, 2024 | 6:15am ET

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Walt Disney World Unveils Early 2025 Room Discounts for Passholders

Walt Disney World has announced room discounts for early 2025, offering passholders the opportunity to save on stays at select Disney Resort hotels. These savings are available…

2 years ago · Oct 01, 2024 | 6:10am ET

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New FAA Filing Suggests Construction on Reflections Resort Project at Disney World May Be Imminent

A recent filing with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) appears to confirm that the Reflections—A Disney Lakeside Lodge project, once thought to be canceled, may soon…

2 years ago · Sep 26, 2024 | 9:25am ET

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Island Tower at Disney's Polynesian Villas and Bungalows: DVC Points Chart Now Available, Bookings Open November 5

Disney Vacation Club (DVC) Members now have access to the points chart for the new Island Tower addition to Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. With bookings starting on…

2 years ago · Sep 17, 2024 | 8:50am ET

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Island Tower at Disney's Polynesian Resort: Latest Construction Updates as Terrace Gardens Take Shape

Here's the latest update on construction progress at the Island Tower, part of Disney's Polynesian Resort in Walt Disney World. One of the four terrace gardens has begun to take…

2 years ago · Sep 13, 2024 | 11:07am ET

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Disney's Polynesian Village Resort Begins Exterior Updates for Bora Bora Bungalows

An exterior refurbishment project is currently in progress at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort at Walt Disney World, focusing on the Bora Bora Bungalows. Scaffolding has been…

2 years ago · Sep 12, 2024 | 9:35am ET

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EPCOT's DVC Lounge to Reopen as Disney Vacation Club ImaginAtrium - What's New?

After a three-month refurbishment, the Disney Vacation Club (DVC) Member Lounge is set to reopen very soon at the Imagination! Pavilion in EPCOT rebranded as the "Disney Vacation…

2 years ago · Sep 04, 2024 | 9:49am ET

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