I was debating on what to write about today, but as soon as I headed over to the Disney Parks Blog (which you should really subscribe to if you haven't already. You can do it here.) it hit me. There's so many new, exciting changes coming down the pike for us Disney fans, so why not take a peek!
For anyone who isn't already in the know, there will soon be more resort options available to guests. In 2012 Disney's Art of Animation Resort will open where the "Classic Years" of the Pop Century resort not sit. The resort will feature 1,120 family suites (heck yeah!) themed after the Lion King, Cars and Finding Nemo and 864 rooms in the Little Mermaid wings. That's almost 2,000 new rooms! What is a family suite you ask? They will feature both a bedroom and living room, proving more space to accommodate families or guests with special needs. All rooms will be open by the end of 2012.
For those with a more delicate palette, never fear! Plans are under way for a Four Seasons resort to be opened on Disney Property where the Eagle Pines and Osprey Ridge Golf Courses currently stand. The new Four Seasons resort will be listed as a Luxury Resort and Golf Community. While early conceptual art is available online, no work has begun. Hopefully we'll see something from them soon!
For exotic travelers looking for an exotic locale and the signature Disney touch, you'll be happy to know that plans are unfolding nicely on Aulani Resort and Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaii. It's really taking shape and is slated to be open in the first part of 2011. You can check out more details here.
For the seafaring folk, the newest ship to join the Disney fleet, the Disney Magic, is quickly taking shape! Guests will get to set sail in early 2011 to exciting cruises in Eastern and Western Caribbean as well as Transatlantic and Mediterranean itineraries. The ship will be able to accommodate up to 2,400 guests and boasts 10 decks with shopping, dining, and the Aqua Duck; the first water coaster at sea! You can book your cruise at www.disneycruise.com, but space is filling up VERY fast. We'll be excited to see it all unveiled.
Expansion is also in the air at my personal favorite park: the Magic Kingdom. Here is a video from Disney Parks and Resort president Jay Rasulo about all of the amazing things we'll be seeing in the next 2 years.
It's exciting to see all of the exciting new changes coming, but it's important to really take a step back and look at the attractions that have been there for a long time. I ask guests to please take a few moments and go through the older attractions like the Carousel of Progress and TTA People Mover. Even if you're not aware of it, the Disney execs are watching. I happen to be a huge fan of the older attractions and anything that Walt had any kind of hand in. I don't want to lose those. I can't go through that pain again- I'm still not over Toad!
Another aspect of the magic happening is refurbishments. While they're most definitely needed, they can greatly impact your vacation, so be sure to check here for a list of current and upcoming refurbs.
So, rejoice with me in all of the exciting changes coming to our favorite place on Earth, but be sure to stop and smell the roses. Not all of the best attractions are the ones with the newest gadgets. Sometimes the best ones may surprise you!
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