food IS a theme park
2027 is almost here, and I, for one, am REALLY excited for the future of Disney World!
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The year is shaping up to be one of the most consequential in the resort’s 55+ history, with new lands, new rides, new restaurants, a new hotel, and even a new take on a Walt-era classic (which lowkey might be what I’m MOST looking forward to)!
2027 is right around the corner! Can you hear us screaming? Is it fear? Is it excitement? We’ll never know.
Chip at Riviera Resort!
Whether we’re ready for it or not, 2027 is around the corner, and that means that we need to be prepared for new experiences to hit Disney World. You know we’ll be first in line to cover them, so you know what to expect, but we’ve got to admit — sometimes we’re caught off guard by changes too! In preparation, we just reached out to our team to see what they thought some of the biggest changes for 2027 will be, and we’re telling you now, there’s one of them that’s really going to surprise you.
Believe it or not, 2027 is nearly here, and many guests are already planning their Disney World trips for next year, including when they’re going to visit EPCOT!
EPCOT
When it comes to choosing when to visit the park in 2027, it’s important to remember that EPCOT will never be “empty,” and there’s not even an “off-season” in the traditional sense anymore, but there are definitely weeks that are comparatively “lighter” than others.
A brand-new hotel is on the way to Disney World next year, and it’s bringing a massively expensive — we’re talking over $5,000 — room type with it!
Fun details
On July 1st, Disney will open the new Lakeshore Lodge on the former site of the River Country water park. The hotel’s design is going to be “inspired by the majesty of nature and its enduring influence on Disney artists,” with elements of numerous films, including Pocahontas, Brother Bear, Encanto, Fantasia, and Bambi. The lodge is set to be home to a massive waterplay/pool complex known as the Wetlands, a cadre of new dining options, and 967 guest rooms, including several Lake Houses. But some of these rooms can get QUITE expensive… Here’s what a $5,195 room at Lakeshore Lodge will get you.
There’s pretty much no denying it — Disney vacations are expensive!
Disney Wish Atrium
You’ll easily shell out a couple thousand dollars, sometimes regardless of the time of year or the fanciness of your accommodations. But could you save money by going on a Disney cruise instead of visiting Disney World? Let’s do the math together!
Southwest Airlines has been in the news a LOT recently in the past year or so, and not always for the best reasons. We’re warning you now — there’s ANOTHER change hitting this airline, but you may be happier with this one than some of the others.
Southwest Airlines at MCO
Earlier this year, it was announced that new Southwest lounges are on the way, which is great for customers who stayed loyal to them throughout the controversial changes that came before, which consisted of changing their open seating policy and getting rid of free checked bags. This new update, however, is more of a positive one, depending on how you look at it — Southwest Airlines is completely revamping their Rapid Rewards membership.
Are you the kind of person who likes to book your Disney World trip a year in advance? Because, well, WE certainly do. It’s almost a rite of passage to book so far out so that you have an entire year of magical memories to look forward to, right?
Christmas!
Well, for those who want to book trips to Disney World in November and December of 2027, we’ve got good news. Before today, you couldn’t book a trip that far out, but now you can, so it’s time to plan those holiday trips to Disney!
Get your wallets ready, because Disney World just got more expensive!
Disney World Theme Park Tickets
Each year around this time, Disney releases thousands of price increases, from food to hotels and even park tickets. It feels a bit inevitable at this point that each year will be slightly more expensive than the last, and next year is no exception. How much more do you have to pay for your Disney World park tickets? Now we know.
Are you ready to let the good times roll? We are! We love to celebrate Mardi Gras at Universal Orlando, and Universal goes BIG for the festive occasion with an opportunity to do a lot of Mardi Gras activities you might only find in New Orleans, like catching beads, singing along with live concerts, enjoying a fun Mardi Gras parade, and so much more.
Prince Gator
Of course, the Mardi Gras celebration at Universal Orlando also includes FOOD (aka our favorite thing) and brings some cool food booths to the festival. So, if you’re wondering when you’ll be able to celebrate Mardi Gras in 2027 at Universal Orlando, we’ve got dates for you!
Monstropolis is opening next year at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and we have high expectations.
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After a few years of concept art, permit filings, and construction updates, Monstropolis is taking over the old Muppets Courtyard and Grand Avenue. The land will feature a suspended-door coaster, the Glob Theater, and two new restaurants. It’s set to open in phases starting in 2027. But before we get to the genuinely exciting stuff, we need to talk about pizza.
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