At the newly-opened Disney’s Riviera Resort last night, a family awoke to a loud bang after a murphy bed became detached from the wall and fell on top a family member who was sleeping it.
The Guest was not moving at the time the bed collapsed on top of her. According to the post, it took two people to lift up the bed so their mother could roll out from under. Fortunately, she received only minor bumps and scrapes rather than anything serious. Emergency services were not necessary. Front desk Cast Members told the family that they would attempt to fix it later today.
We can only hope that this was a one-time incident, rather than anything indicative, but it’s concerning that such an accident happened on the very first night of operations. In the meantime, exercise caution if you’re staying at Disney’s Riviera Resort and sleeping on the fold-out Murphy bed.
The newest Disney Resort, Riviera Resort, is opening on December 16th which is just a few short days away! If you can’t be in attendance for the Grand Opening, #DisneyParksLIVE has you covered. Check out details below from DisneyParksBlog:
“We’re just days away from the grand opening of Disney’s Riviera Resort and we invite you to be a part of this very special event. On December 16, join our #DisneyParksLIVE stream at 9:55 a.m. EST and watch the grand opening celebration of Disney’s Riviera Resort! A link will be provided on this article and at DisneyParksBlog.com prior to the live stream.
Live from Disney’s Riviera Resort, see the dedication moment, listen to the music of the European Riviera, enjoy the entertainment and toast the opening of the newest Walt Disney World resort and Disney Vacation Club property. You’ll also be among the first to see some of our Disney friends in their exclusive Disney’s Riviera Resort attire.
According to DVCNews.com, Disney Vacation Club is discounting points at both Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa and the upcoming Disney’s Riviera Resort. Now through December 16, Aulani points are discounted by more than 20% and as much as 10% at the Riviera.
At Disney’s Riviera Resort credits range from $0 to $500 for 125 points (new buyers and existing members respectively) to $4,500 and $5,000 for 250 points (new buyers and existing members respectively). You can see the full points savings breakdown on DVCNews.com.
Over at Aulani, credits range from $0 to $2,500 for 125 points (new buyers and existing members respectively) to $11,500 and $12,500 for 300 points (new buyers and existing members respectively). You can see the full points savings breakdown on DVCNews.com.
While most are all excited for the grand opening of Disney’s Riviera Resort, many are also planning ahead and making reservations for Topolino’s Terrace––including their daily Character Breakfast and Dinner offerings. Just for New Year’s Eve, Topolino’s will be hosting Mezzanotte at Topolino’s: An Italian Masquerade, but on New Year’s Day is when the real fun starts. Topolino’s Terrace will be hosting a Character Brunch just for New Year’s day, with complimentary mimosas and more!
Celebrate the New Year with Mickey and Friends while enjoying Topolino’s Italian and French-inspired brunch cuisine. Raise a complimentary glass of mimosa to say, “bonne année” and “felice anno nuovo” to 2020! Then, delight in such fresh-baked pastries as delicious Danishes, muffins and croissants. Your choice of entrées follows: Quiche Gruyère, Lobster Benedict & Caviar, Brioche French Toast, Wood-fired Butchers Steak, King Salmon, hand-crafted pasta and more. Finally, finish with sweet confections like macarons or chocolate bonbons.
When and Where January 1, 2020 at Topolino’s Terrace – Flavors of the Riviera
Event Time 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Price $59 per adult and $37 per child, tax and gratuity included
Dress to Impress The Italian tradition is to wear red as a festive way to ring in the New Year. Accents of red are highly encouraged.
Reservations and Important Details Advance reservations are highly recommended and can be made via the My Disney Experience app or by calling up to 180 days prior to your visit. Same-day reservations can be made on a limited basis and are subject to availability. Character appearances and entertainment are subject to change.
All events, offerings and menus are subject to change or cancellation without notice.
The Disney Skyliner will be closed while Disney investigates after guests were stranded for hours last night on the new transportation system at Walt Disney World. A Walt Disney World spokeswoman said there were no reported injuries, and it was “unexpected downtime” on the Skyliner.
Guests staying on Walt Disney World property received a message stating that the Skyliner will be closed today, October 6.
Cast Members are informing guests at the gate to Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort that the transportation system is currently down for the day, but that there is the bus service to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Epcot available.
Disney Security is currently posted at all Skyliner entrances and areas to prevent guests from meandering into stations, as they are likely under investigation given last night’s accident.
Disney’s early Sunday release said it will be working with guests individually “regarding impacts to their visit with us.” Some stranded passengers report receiving four “all-day tickets” and a $200 gift card for their lost time at the resort.
If you are unfamiliar with last night’s events, around 9:00 PM last night, with many guests taking to social media to divulge that the Disney Skyliner system had unexpectedly stopped, leaving guests trapped for hours. Evacuations then began along the line, but it was a lengthy and tedious process, with some guests requiring medical care upon evacuation. Disney reports that no guests were injured in the accident, and claims that the cause of the issue was merely “unexpected downtime.”
