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Speculation Rises: Could a Beloved Disney Experience Temporarily Close in 2025?

The Disney Skyliner offers a unique way for guests to travel around Walt Disney World Resort, combining efficiency with a touch of magic. These gondolas, designed with popular Disney characters, provide stunning views and a seamless connection between resorts and theme parks. However, the Skyliner occasionally requires refurbishment to ensure it remains in top condition for visitors.

Disney World Skyliner
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Currently, Disney has not announced any planned maintenance for the Skyliner in 2025. However, looking at previous years offers a clue about what to expect. For instance, in 2024, the Skyliner was closed from January 16 to January 26, and in 2023, it was unavailable from January 22 to January 29. In 2022, the closure dates were also in January, lasting from January 22 to January 28. Based on this trend, it’s possible that the Skyliner could undergo maintenance during a similar timeframe next year.

Disney often schedules these refurbishments during quieter periods to minimize the impact on guests, but there’s always the chance that an extended or unscheduled closure could overlap with busier times. This would be particularly challenging for guests staying at resorts like Disney’s Pop Century Resort and Art of Animation Resort, where the Skyliner is a primary mode of transportation.

The 90s section on of Disney's Pop Century Resort hotel at Walt Disney World Resort.
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During peak seasons, the Skyliner helps reduce the strain on other transit systems, so its closure could lead to increased demand for buses, boats, or even the monorail, resulting in longer waits and more crowded transportation hubs.

A monorail at Walt Disney World travels above a body of water with floating plant displays. Behind the water, colorful flower beds and landscaped gardens spread across the scene, with pyramid-shaped buildings and a bright blue, cloud-streaked sky in the background.
Credit: Brian McGowan, Unsplash

Guests planning their trips during potential maintenance periods should stay informed about updates and prepare for alternate transportation options. Disney typically bolsters its bus system to ensure that visitors can reach their destinations without too much disruption, though these solutions might not be as convenient or quick as the Skyliner.

Even if the Skyliner is unavailable, Disney goes to great lengths to provide seamless transportation for guests. While closures can be inconvenient, they’re a necessary part of maintaining the safety and reliability of the system. With a bit of planning and flexibility, guests can still enjoy all the magic Disney has to offer, knowing that the Skyliner will be back to whisk them away again soon.

Andrew Boardwine

A frequent visitor of Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando Resort, Andrew will likely be found freefalling on Twilight Zone Tower of Terror or enjoying Pirates of the Caribbean. Over at Universal, he'll be taking in the thrills of the Jurassic World Velocicoaster and Revenge of the Mummy

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