Construction Updates Archive
Walt Disney World has shared an update, of sorts, about the multi-year transformation of EPCOT. Along with that, we have new construction photos of CommuniCore Hall & Plaza, plus commentary and opening expectations. This follows the other news about EPCOT’s New Nighttime Spectacular & Disney100 Anniversary Celebration in Late 2023. With EPCOT wrapping up its
Journey of Water Inspired by Moana is a new attraction coming to EPCOT as Walt Disney World overhauls the front of the park between Spaceship Earth and World Showcase. This covers everything you need to know about the addition: target opening date, concept art, construction progress, and answers to frequently asked questions. (Updated March 24,
TRON Lightcycle Run is a new roller coaster by Space Mountain in Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland at Walt Disney World. This covers everything you need to know: opening date, previews, problems, and answers to common questions. (Updated March 1, 2023.) To bring you up to speed, this roller coaster was announced 5 years ago, is a
It’s that time of year when the EPCOT hotel “rumor” returns! The previously-abandoned project is supposedly on the table again to become Walt Disney World’s first in-park resort. This shares thoughts on the revived rumors, its likelihood of coming to fruition, and comparisons to similar hotels at Tokyo DisneySea, Disneyland Paris, and Disneyland Resort. (Updated
Hotel refurbishments, resort construction, and character-inspired makeovers continue at Walt Disney World in 2023. This resource provides info on room renovations, what to avoid, where to book, and what to expect in terms of hotel work at Walt Disney World. (Updated February 24, 2023.) Walt Disney World continues to undertake refurbishments as staffing shortages preclude
With Epcot’s central spine behind construction walls and an overhaul that won’t be finished until Christmas 2023, some fans question whether they should skip Epcot on upcoming Walt Disney World vacations. This post covers what’s happening, when projects will be completed, and how they’ll impact your experience on upcoming visits. When it comes to radical
Walt Disney World has announced another dining addition at BoardWalk Inn as part of its reimagining, with the new Carousel Coffee Shop coming this holiday season or in early 2023. This post shares details about what’ll be on the menu there, plus an update on Cake Bake Shop Restaurant and photos of the construction around
Disney Vacation Club has released its timeline for room refurbishments, resort reimaginings, and other construction projects at Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and beyond in 2023 & 2024. This resource provides the scheduled dates and details for work on the Deluxe Villas, and what to expect from each overhaul. Typically, resort refurbishment schedules are released at
In all likelihood, Tomorrowland Light & Power Co. is now extinct. The gift shop at the exit to Space Mountain has closed for construction on TRON Lightcycle Run, as Walt Disney World prepares for that roller coaster’s opening sometime in the roaring 20s. This post will take a look at work, the re-routed ride exit,
Walt Disney World shared more details about the changes coming to BoardWalk Inn as part of its reimagining. Additionally, construction has commenced on some aspects of the project. This post shares details about what’s on the horizon, plus a look at the work around Crescent Lake. The latest announcement is that Walt Disney World will
Disney has announced an ambitious reimagining of Mickey’s Toontown in Disneyland that will debut in early 2023, alongside the new Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway ride. This post shares concept art, closing & reopening timelines, quotes, and brief thoughts on the changes. (Updated February 17, 2022.) The official announcement from Disney follows significant work behind
