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Walt Disney World Confirms Rafiki’s Planet Watch and Conservation Station to Reopen Spring 2019

After announcing the closure of both Rafiki’s Planet Watch and Conservation Station last week, the Walt Disney World Resort is now saying that both attractions at Disney’s Animal Kingdom will reopen in Spring 2019. The area will be unavailable to guests beginning October 21st. While the attractions are closed, Walt Disney World is expected to Walt Disney World Confirms Rafiki’s Planet Watch and Conservation Station to Reopen Spring 2019

2019-2020 Ambassadors Announced for Walt Disney World Resort

Continuing the tradition and legacy first began by Walt Disney himself­—congratulations to Marilyn West and Stephen Lim, the newly-announced 2019-2020 Walt Disney World Resort Ambassador team who will share the inspiration of Disney throughout the resort and community! The Ambassador Program began over 50 years ago and is steeped in Disney heritage and tradition. Walt 2019-2020 Ambassadors Announced for Walt Disney World Resort

‘Legends of the Force – A Celebration of Star Wars’ Announced for Disneyland Paris in 2019

A new event is coming to Disneyland Paris – ‘Legends of the Force – A Celebration of Star Wars’ is going to take over from January 12 to March 17, 2019. This limited-time event promises an “out-of-this-world sound and light show and an impressive lineup of iconic characters.” Any Star Wars fans visiting the resort ‘Legends of the Force – A Celebration of Star Wars’ Announced for Disneyland Paris in 2019

Permit Approved for 14-Story Tower at Disney Springs Best Western

The South Florida Water Management District has just issued a permit for a new tower and other additions to the Best Western located near Disney Springs. The Reedy Creek Improvement District submitted applications for the project, titled “Black Lake Hotel,” in mid-August. While the existing tower on the property would remain, a 14-story tower would Permit Approved for 14-Story Tower at Disney Springs Best Western

Tickets On Sale Now for Nightmare Before Christmas Halloween Soiree at The Edison

Guests 21 and older who are looking for an exciting way to spend Halloween night at Walt Disney World can now purchase tickets for a special event celebrating the 25th anniversary of The Nightmare Before Christmas. The event will take place at The Edison at Disney Springs. Guests are encouraged to pay tribute to the beloved cult classic Tickets On Sale Now for Nightmare Before Christmas Halloween Soiree at The Edison

V.I.PASSHOLDER Pop-Up Halloween Merchandise Event Sept. 28 at Magic Kingdom

Brand new Halloween merchandise is coming to Magic Kingdom and Walt Disney World Annual Passholders get first access to it all. For the first time ever, a V.I.PASSHOLDER Pop-up Merchandise Event is set to take place at the Emporium at Magic Kingdom Park from 7:30-9 a.m., on Friday, September 28. Merchandise that will be available V.I.PASSHOLDER Pop-Up Halloween Merchandise Event Sept. 28 at Magic Kingdom