Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Now Closed for Refurbishment at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Parks, Hollywood Studios

Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is now closed for refurbishment.

There is a sign near the start of Sunset Boulevard to let guests know Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster is closed. It also directs guests to Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy.

There are no construction walls up around the attraction (yet). Cast Members were out with small games for guests to play.

The entrance to Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy is past the entrance to Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, so the courtyard will remain open.

Rock Around the shop is also closed.

The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror was recently restored to full capacity to help accommodate more guests while Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster is closed.

Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster is scheduled to reopen in the summer. Disney did not announce details about the refurbishment, but it would likely only include general maintenance, not any changes to the actual experience. However, this could change following the lawsuit against Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler. Were Disney to remove Tyler and Aerosmith from the ride, it could potentially extend the refurbishment.

Refurbishment Update: Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Resorts

In an effort to continually enhance the guest experience, some of the resort rooms in the Trinidad area of Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort will be receiving a brand-new look and feel. These new rooms, which will include subtle nods to fan-favorite characters from under the sea, will accommodate more guests and feature updated finishings that can’t be found anywhere else at the resort.

As we prepare these new rooms, guests will be able to see and hear refurbishment work in and around Trinidad beginning October 3. We look forward to welcoming guests into these new rooms in 2023.

Popular Disney Attraction Receives Reopening Date!

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Parks

Last month, one of Disneyland Resort’s most iconic attractions — Matterhorn Bobsleds — closed for refurbishment. When the ride closed down, Disney did not say how long the refurbishment would last, which indicated that it would be a more extensive refurbishment. The closure was a big disappointment for Guests who would be traveling to The Happiest Place on Earth for the peak summer month.

The Matterhorn has been closed since August 8 with no reopening date in sight. However, that has changed and Disney has finally revealed that the beloved Disney Park attraction will begin boarding Guests on October 13!

The Disneyland Resort website currently reads:

Matterhorn Bobsleds will be closed for refurbishment from August 8 to October 13, 2022.

Matterhorn Disneyland

Haven’t taken the wild theme park ride to see the Yeti in a while? Here’s more information on the classic Disneyland attraction:

Conquer the Mountain – and a Mythic Monster

Climb into a 6-person bobsled and brace yourself against howling winds as you ascend 80 feet up into an icy cave. Take in the sweeping views at the summit and prepare for a thrilling, high-speed ride. 

Swoop in and out of shadowy caves and along jagged rocky ledges. Throttle through snowy chutes and around frozen precipices. Fly across bridges and under waterfalls before splashing down into an alpine lake. 

The real peril is not snow or sleet! Stories abound of a growling creature known as the Abominable Snowman—who will do anything and everything to protect his home. 

Do you have what it takes to find out if the legends are true?

Disneyland Matterhorn

This is not the first time this year that Disney has shut down the Matterhorn Bobsleds for refurbishment. In January, the ride was closed for weeks as repairs were made. Since this is one of the oldest rides in the Park, it does make sense that it would need work done on a more constant basis than some of the newer rides and attractions at both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure.

Walt Disney World Refurbishment Update: Disney Skyliner

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Parks, Disney Resorts, Epcot, Hollywood Studios

In order to maintain the highest quality standards, Walt Disney World Resort must conduct routine maintenance from time to time.

To help you and your clients plan for vacations early next year, we’re sharing that all lines of the Disney Skyliner will be closed for routine maintenance Jan. 22-29, 2023.

Bus transportation will be available at all Disney Skyliner Resorts throughout the planned closure so your clients can reach their desired destinations across Walt Disney World.

Popular Disney Parks Attraction Unexpectedly Undergoes Refurbishment

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Parks, Hollywood Studios

A few days ago we reported that Alien Swirling Saucers experienced longer than normal wait times as half of the ride was closed. Now, it seems as though that portion is undergoing an unexpected refurbishment as it is covered with construction walls and is still closed to Guests.

In 2018, Alien Swirling Saucers opened along with Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This attraction is a spinning, space-themed ride for all ages.