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ATTENTION D23 Gold Members, you’ll want to see this.
Disneyland
Since launching back in 2009, D23 — the official Disney fan club — has offered discounts to members on everything from merchandise to special events to exclusive access to the Disney archives to entry to locations like the Walt Disney Family Museum. Now, a new offer from the club is making it easier to visit the “Happiest Place on Earth.”
I’ve worked at DFB for a while now, and I’ve had some absolutely wild days at my job.
Lydia in EPCOT’s Tiny Train Town
From the kickoff of holiday parties and festivals to super fun media events or interviews with important people in the Disney sphere, this has definitely been my dream job! And getting to visit the parks as often as I do is a huge blessing. But today, I’m here to tell you about a day of work that was shockingly fun, even though I had to ride Disney transportation TWELVE times.
Disney giveth and Disney taketh away. And sometimes, Disney giveth again.
The newly announced Lakeshore Lodge ©Disney
Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge is the newest hotel being built near Magic Kingdom, and it’s been a long time coming. Originally, Disney announced a hotel called Reflections: A Lakeside Lodge for this space — and then never talked about it again. But, Lakeshore Lodge is the new hotness that will be opening at Disney World in 2027 and we’ve got a new aerial look at the progress!
Swimming in Disney World may not be your first priority during the winter months of the year when it’s chillier, but come spring, summer, and fall, it’s a great way to keep cool on your resort day or take a quick dip when you get back from a long day at the parks.
Stormalong Bay at Disney’s Beach Club
There are a lot of fantastic pools around Disney World, but one that’s considered to the best of the best is Stormalong Bay Pool at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts. Yes, both resorts share the pool, but it’s certainly big enough! This pool features incredible amenities like a sand pool bottom, a waterslide, and so much more. However, if you’re planning to visit in 2025, there’s something you need to know — it’s going to be CLOSED for half the year!
Universal Studios Hollywood has been undergoing a large transformation as part of their Universal Evolution Plan. We are excited to see the new spaces and offerings being built on almost 400 acres of land!
Universal Studios Hollywood
The Universal Evolution Plan includes “additions to the existing studio, theme park, retail and entertainment uses including CityWalk, and the introduction of new hotels on approximately 391 acres in the Universal City area.”
Did you know that Disney just opened up a whole brand-new hotel?
Island Tower
Of course we’re talking about the Disney Vacation Club property called the Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! This property is really quite stunning, and we’ve had a chance to experience the grounds, the amenities, dining options, and even the rooms. We’ve loved our time here, but there has been one thing that really astonished us about Disney World’s newest hotel, and we’ve gotta talk with you about it!
When you stay at a Disney World hotel, there are quite a few RULES in place that you might not realize!
Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
From “quiet hours” to safety procedures (like no running on the pool deck!) there are quite a few rules that guests have to follow. But on the other hand, there are also hotel rules that Disney has to follow. They have specific cancelation policies, safety regulations, and more. But there’s one hotel rule that we wish Disney would ACTUALLY enforce.
Everyone stay calm, it is finally happening! After watching construction progress next to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort for what feels like forever, we are FINALLY getting to step foot inside the new Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort.
Island Tower
While the brand-new hotel doesn’t officially open until December 17th, 2024, we are getting a sneak peek inside this new hotel. We will be checking out some of the new rooms and exploring the SKY TERRACES.
It’s TIIIMEEEE! A NEW hotel location is about to open in Disney World!
Island Tower
It has been a few years since we’ve been able to explore a new addition to a resort, and we’re HYPED. The Island Tower officially opens at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort on December 17th, but we’re there checking it out early at a media event, and we’re taking you along with us! Let’s go!
Disney Adults have some seriously strong opinions. We’re a passionate bunch — and that’s especially true when it comes to changes at Disney World.
Cinderella Castle
But, that doesn’t mean that all Disney Adults share the same opinions about such changes. In fact, lately, we’ve seen quite a split between different generations of Disney fans — and there’s one controversial announcement Gen Z and Millennial Disney Adults can’t stop fighting over.
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