Skyliner Gondolas Unwrapped

Earlier today, 55 stunning Disney-themed gondolas were unwrapped for special test runs in another exciting step forward for our Disney Skyliner system that’ll transport guests at Walt Disney World Resort later this fall.

The unwrapped cabins, some of which feature stunning graphics based on Disney films, attractions and characters, are now making test runs back-and-forth between Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort and Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

The latest test-runs of the unwrapped Disney Skyliner gondolas are a significant milestone for the overall testing process of the state-of-the-art transportation system.  Walt Disney Imagineering began testing the gondolas at the Resort just months ago.   

When fall arrives, guests of Disney Skyliner Resorts – Disney’s Riviera Resort, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, Disney’s Pop Century Resort and Disney’s Art of Animation Resort – will be able to enjoy the benefit of being whisked between Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Guests will ride alongside favorites such as Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Lilo & Stitch, and the Hitchhiking Ghosts from the Haunted Mansion. 

Food and Wine Festival Details

Get ready for the ultimate global dine-around when the 24th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival takes place Aug. 29-Nov. 23!

At 87 days, this is the longest foodie fest ever at Walt Disney World Resort theme park, with fresh flavors available across 30 Global Marketplaces dotting Future World and World Showcase.

There are flavors for everyone in the family to discover, like the new Kenyan Coffee Barbecue Beef Tenderloin in the Africa Marketplace or the plant-based Cottage Pie at Earth Eats. Between bites and sips, you’ll find a world of entertainment.

And, back by popular demand, “Disney du Jour Dance Party” in Future World will expand to seven days a week! Sundays through Thursdays, a DJ will spin plenty of interactive fun, while on Fridays and Saturdays stars from Radio Disney pump up the mix with live performances; on opening weekend, actress/singer Meg Donnelly from the Disney Channel original movie “Zombies” will appear.

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Watch for more weekend celebrity headliners to join the lineup. Other family activities on tap are Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak scavenger hunt and the popular Candy Sushi interactive experience.

The Eat to the Beat Concert Series also returns (through Nov. 19 – 249 concerts in all), so you can get your groove on three times nightly. Rock, pop, Latin, swing, country and other genres – it’s a buffet of great music.

You can even guarantee your concert seats by booking an Eat to the Beat Dining Package for breakfast, lunch or dinner at one of many Epcot restaurants.

Here is the full line up:

  • Plain White T’s – August 29 through 31
  • Sawyer Brown – NEW – September 1 through 2
  • MercyMe – September 3 through 4
  • Grace Kelly – NEW! – September 5 through 6
  • Zach Williams – NEW! – September 7 through 8
  • Lauren Daigle – NEW! – September 9 through 10
  • Jimmie Allen – NEW! – September 11 through 12
  • TBD – September 13 through 15
  • The Allman Betts Band – September 16 through 17
  • Everclear – September 18 through 19
  • STARSHIP featuring Mickey Thomas – September 20 through 22
  • Post Modern Jukebox – September 23 through 24
  • Blue October – September 25 through 26
  • Mark Wills – September 27 through 29
  • Sugar Ray – September 30 through October 2
  • TBD – October 3 through 9
  • Boyce Avenue – NEW! – October 10 through 11
  • Southern Avenue – NEW! – October 12 through 13
  • TBD – October 14 through 15
  • 38 Special – October 16 through 17
  • Baha Men – October 18 through 20
  • Billy Ocean – October 21 through 22
  • Sheila E – October 23 through 25
  • High Valley – October 26 through 27
  • Hanson – October 28 through 30
  • Sheena Easton – October 31 through November 1
  • Kris Allen – NEW! – November 2 through 3
  • Boyz II Men – November 4 through 6
  • The Hooters – November 7 through 8
  • Big Bad Voo Doo Daddy – November 9 through 11
  • TBD – November 12 through 18
  • D’Capella – NEW! – November 19

If your palate begs for more, plan a new culinary adventure when bookings open on May 15 for:

  • Party for the Senses at World Showplace Events Pavilion, the sensational event featuring chefs and vintners from around the world. (Select Saturdays through Nov. 9)
  • Sunday Brunch with the Chef, hosted by celebrity chefs such as Cat Cora, Andrew Zimmern, Buddy Valastro and others. (Select Sundays through Nov. 17)
  • “Mix It, Make It, Celebrate It!” hands-on workshops that let you rub shoulders with visiting chefs, bakers, mixologists and other pros. (Select Mondays and Thursdays through Nov. 14)

Now, more than ever, is the time to plan your visit to the 2019 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. More details are available at www.TasteEpcot.com.

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Every Disney Movie for the next 2 Years

Here is a list of every movie that Disney Studios or the now owned Fox Studios will release over the next 2 years.

Also, Avatar 2 and a new Indiana Jones movie are slated to release in 2021.

Which are you most excited to see?

2019 Films
05/10/19: Tolkien (FSL)
05/24/19: Aladdin (DIS)
06/07/19: Dark Phoenix (FOX)
06/21/19: Toy Story 4 (DIS)
07/12/19: Stuber (FOX)
07/19/19: The Lion King (DIS)
08/09/19: The Art of Racing in the Rain (FOX)
08/23/19: Ready or Not (FSL)
09/20/19: Ad Astra (FOX)
10/04/19: The Woman in the Window (FOX)
10/18/18: Maleficent: Mistress of Evil (DIS)
11/15/19: Ford v. Ferrari (FOX)
11/22/19: Frozen 2 (DIS)
12/20/19: Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (DIS)
12/25/19: Spies in Disguise (FOX)

2020 Films
01/10/20: Underwater (FOX)
02/14/20: Untitled Kingsman Movie (FOX)
02/21/20: Call of the Wild (FOX)
03/06/20: Onward (DIS)
03/27/20: Mulan (DIS)
04/03/20: The New Mutants (FOX)
05/01/20: Untitled Marvel (DIS)
05/29/20: Artemis Fowl (DIS)
06/19/20: Untitled Pixar Animation (DIS)
07/03/20: Free Guy (FOX)
07/17/20: Bob’s Burgers (FOX)
07/24/20: Jungle Cruise (DIS)
08/14/20: The One and Only Ivan (DIS)
10/09/20: Death on the Nile (FOX)
11/06/20: Untitled Marvel (DIS)
11/25/20: Untitled Disney Animation (DIS)
12/18/20: West Side Story (FOX)
12/23/20: Cruella (DIS)

EXTRA, Extra Magic Hours Announced for Disney Parks

From September 1-November 2, Disney’s Hollywood Studios will have EXTRA, Extra Magic Hours from 6–9 am that includes access to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Toy Story Land, and other select attractions. (Please note that on August 29-31, Disney’s Hollywood Studios will open at6 am for all guests. There will not be Extra, Extra Magic Hours on those days.)

This is going to be a considerable advantage for guests wanting to visit Galaxy’s Edge. Disney has already announced there will be capacity limits for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge itself and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. During those dates, Disney Resort guests will likely fill up the land. It is likely that non-Disney Resort guests may not be able to enter due to crowd limits.

Bottom line, if you want the best chance to get into Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge—stay at a Disney Resort.

Normally, on any given day, only a single park will have Extra Magic Hours. So, if Disney Resort guests want to take advantage of the extra time, they all head to the same park.

This fall, in addition to the extra hours at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, both Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Magic Kingdom Park will also offer EXTRA, Extra Magic Hours. From August 29-November 2 from 7–8 am, resort guests will be able to enjoy an extra hour in these parks. (Epcot will continue to offer Extra Magic Hours on select days).

This is also a great benefit. If you don’t plan on visiting Galaxy’s Edge, you’ll get to enjoy Extra Magic benefits in other Disney parks every day.

This fall is going to be very busy at Walt Disney World. Staying on Disney property will offer many significant benefits. If you’re looking to stay at a Disney Resort, we highly recommend booking with Michelle Waitt at www.bestmickeytrip.com.