Disney Resorts
Planning a Disney Resort getaway? Here’s the latest in all things Disney Resort-related.
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Sep- 2026 -24 September
After 22 Years, Disney World Quietly Removes Opening-Day Pop Century Staple
Walt Disney World guests returning to one of its most recognizable hotels may notice an unexpected empty spot during their next visit. On September 23, crews arrived at Disney’s Pop Century Resort and removed a familiar piece that had become part of the hotel’s nostalgic scenery. Workers lifted it from its longtime home, hauled it away, and left temporary barriers behind. The sudden removal raises
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13 September
Violent Fight Reported at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort on September 13
Sunday afternoon brought law enforcement to Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, following a reported battery incident within the Magic Kingdom Resort Area at Walt Disney World Resort. The Call to Police on September 13 Law enforcement received the report at 1:14 p.m. on September 13, classifying it as “Battery (Unwanted Touching or Striking Someone)” at Disney's Fort Wilderne
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11 September
Disney World Confirms Painful Resort Cuts This Winter, Including One Permanent Closure
Picking a Walt Disney World hotel for a winter vacation may require a little more homework this year. Construction remains active at several resorts, with many projects rolling into 2027. Guests could encounter room renovations, daytime work, closed amenities, or temporary transportation changes. Most affected Disney hotels will remain open. Still, knowing what's happening before arriving could pr
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11 September
Walt Disney World Hotel Completes Massive Convention Center Expansion
Walt Disney World's Swan and Dolphin just opened a 100,000-square-foot convention center expansion. It is now the largest convention hotel on the entire U.S. Eastern Seaboard. Some context. Look, most Walt Disney World guests have no clue how much of this resort's business has nothing to do with vacations. Conventions are massive here. Companies book thousands of room nights in one shot, pack ball
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10 September
Disney World Opens Resort Entrance, Signage Tells Guests to Stay Out
The new Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa entrance opened today. It routes guests onto a road marked “Service and Authorized Vehicles Only.” Some context. Look, last week the story was that Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa was finally getting a permanent entrance. After months of cones, concrete barriers, and temporary connector roads, the resort would connect to an actual
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10 September
Almost Four Decades Later, Disney Changes How Guests Explore Iconic Grand Floridian Resort
Navigating Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa looks a little different this week, as construction reshapes a key walkway at one of Walt Disney World Resort‘s most storied hotels. A Walkway Closes for Refurbishment WDWNT reported on September 10 that Walt Disney World Resort had set up rolling planters and tarps along a walkway situated in front of Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, sh
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10 September
Disney World Hotel Alert: 35% Discount Confirmed for Passholders in 2027
Annual Passholders planning a Walt Disney World trip in 2027 may want to revisit their hotel budget. Disney vacations aren't getting any cheaper. Park admission, meals, transportation, and resort stays can quickly push the total higher, particularly for families spending several days on the property. But Disney has now given Passholders a way to reduce one major expense. A new hotel promotion offe
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10 September
Disney World Announces Room Discounts for January Through April 2027
Walt Disney World just released room-only discounts for Spring 2027. Up to 25 percent off, January 3 through April 29. Some context. Look, rack rates at Disney World are the starting point, not what most people should actually be paying. Discounts land in waves. They cover specific date ranges. They hit completely differently depending on resort tier. Book before an offer drops, and you are routin
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8 September
Steakhouse 71 at Disney’s Contemporary Resort Cancels Reservations Day-Of as Rumors Spread Across Disney
Steakhouse 71 shut down with no warning over Labor Day weekend. Reservations got canceled while people were driving there. Some context. Look, Steakhouse 71 has been one of the easiest recommendations at Walt Disney World for years. It opened at Disney's Contemporary Resort in 2021 and filled a genuine gap. Real steaks, a strong breakfast, a bar menu people actually liked, and a location you could
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4 September
Disney Confirms Extended Deluxe Resort Closure, Florida Guests Impacted in 2028
Booking a Disney resort vacation for 2028 may feel like planning far in advance, but Disney is already issuing an important warning to some Florida travelers. A lengthy refurbishment will affect several popular recreational offerings for months. While the resort itself will continue welcoming guests, anyone visiting during the project will find a noticeably different experience. The work won't per
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