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Disney World is closing soon.
Rainy day at Hollywood Studios ahead of Hurricane Milton
As Hurricane Milton approaches the west coast of Florida, the forecast is prompting Disney World to announce it will close its parks.
Hurricane Ian is heading into Florida, causing tornado warnings, closures, evacuations, and more.
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We’ve got a look at what’s been going on in the Orlando and Disney World areas, as well as info on the airport closures and hotel accommodations. The Disney World parks, Universal Orlando, and SeaWorld are all closed due to the storm, but now, we’ve seen a sign that the closure in Disney World could be longer than expected.
Hurricane Ian continues to threaten much of Florida — including Disney World.
Rain in Hollywood Studios
We’ve been tracking the storm since it was just a tropical depression, but Ian has quickly turned into a powerful system and ultimately went past Cuba as a Category 3 hurricane. A Hurricane Watch, Tropical Storm Warning, and flood advisories have been issued for Disney World, and now it looks like Disney World is officially closing its doors due to Hurricane Ian.
It’s getting into the summer months of 2022, which means a LOT of people are gearing up for their Disney World vacations! If you’re among the crowds who will be flocking to the parks this summer, we’re here to help you out with all kinds of packing hacks, planning tips, and updates on the latest news.
Where magic becomes real
Before you go, be sure you know what’s NOT going to be open in the theme parks. That way, you can avoid the disappointment of looking forward to an attraction or perk and then realizing once you arrive that it’s not available. To help you out, we’ve got a full list of closures you’ll see in Disney World this June in the parks and hotels! [Read more…]
Refurbishment happens in Disney World, and that can mean anything from big construction changes to minor updates in the parks, hotels, and more!
Righteous Reef Playground
There’s a lot of new in Disney World right now, like Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind coaster that officially opened on May 27th, while other upcoming attractions such as TRON: Lightcycle Run ride and the Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana attraction are still in progress. And so that you don’t get to Disney World surprised by closures, let’s review all the closures coming up next week!
There are all kinds of new things coming to Disney World soon, like the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind coaster, the TRON: Lightcycle Run ride, and the Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana attraction. But some existing attractions are getting updates and changes as well!
Construction can pop up anywhere!
Those updates sometimes mean that certain things are closed at the Disney World parks and hotels. To make sure you’ve got all the info you need before your upcoming trip, let’s take a look at all the closures for next week!
You’ve made your park pass reservations, researched the best restaurants, and found the perfect hotel. You’re all packed with the suitcases waiting by the door. So what’s still left to do before you head out on your Disney World vacation?
Main Street U.S.A.
Before you get on the road, make sure you know exactly what’s NOT going to be available in the parks and hotels during your trip! Check out our list here of what’s going to be closed next week so that you’re not unpleasantly surprised during your vacation.
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After a preview this week, we’re getting super excited about the official opening of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in EPCOT! But with a new ride opening soon, we’ve also been thinking about which rides and attractions are currently unavailable in the parks.
You can have a great time regardless!
So we created a full list of what’s NOT going to be open in Disney World next week. From rides to shows to pools and more, check out everything that will be closed in the parks and hotels. [Read more…]
We’ve seen a LOT of news from Disney this week, including the return of a fan-favorite Halloween party, a Disneyland hotel re-theme, and an update about the upcoming Haunted Mansion movie. With all the news, it’s easy to forget about some details that might affect your upcoming Disney World trip! Don’t worry — we’re here to help.
Walt Disney World Railroad station
We’ve got a list for you of all the things that are going to be CLOSED in Disney World this coming week. Certain rides, shows, pools, and more will be unavailable due to refurbishments, and we don’t want those closures to come as a disappointing surprise. So check out this guide to make sure you’re prepared! [Read more…]
Are you visiting Disney World soon? If you’re gearing up for your next trip, be sure you’ve checked out all the closures that might be going on during your vacation!
Cinderella Castle
Disney World can change so quickly, and Cast Members and Imagineers are continually updating the rides, attractions, and hotels. To help you keep track of all the changes happening, we’ve got a full list here of everything that’s scheduled to be CLOSED in Disney World this week. [Read more…]
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