Disney’s Magical Express Articles and News Stories
Listen to THIS: Favorite Background Music from Disney World
Hello, fellow Disney music enthusiast! In case you missed my previous playlists, I’m back with even more favorite tunes you can hear (or used to hear) playing in the background of some of our favorite locales of Disney’s theme parks. Listening to Disney music is one of the easiest ways to bring the magic into … Listen to THIS: Favorite Background Music from Disney World
Saying Goodbye to Disney’s Magical Express
We’ve known for eleven months that this time was coming, but the retirement of the Disney’s Magical Express service is still a tough pill to swallow. And while I might feel somewhat silly writing about the end of a form of transportation, as someone who had the opportunity to begin vacations with a ride on … Saying Goodbye to Disney’s Magical Express
A Walt Disney World Fan at the Intersection of ‘Cash is King’ and ‘Perception is King’
I found myself uttering three words over and over again on an episode of Off the Rails a few months ago: “I get it.” If I remember correctly, we were talking about some of the changes at Walt Disney World and how very complicated it is to plan a Disney World vacation. And I repeatedly … A Walt Disney World Fan at the Intersection of ‘Cash is King’ and ‘Perception is King’
Mailed Confirmations from Disney’s Magical Express to Cease July 1st
As of July 1, 2021, Disney’s Magical Express will no longer mail reservation confirmation collateral to guests’ homes. As a reminder, Disney’s Magical Express will no longer be available with arrivals beginning January 1, 2022. Guests arriving at Orlando International Airport (MCO) will need to utilize a MagicBand or Disney MagicMobile to check in at … Mailed Confirmations from Disney’s Magical Express to Cease July 1st
Traveling to Disney World: An Accessible Ground Transportation Failure
On a recent bonus trip to Walt Disney World, I tested out accessible Mears cab transportation and experienced a failure rate of 50%. One of two trips worked and I came close to missing my flight home. Unfortunately, this is exactly the problem I predicted in January with the planned elimination of Disney’s Magical Express … Traveling to Disney World: An Accessible Ground Transportation Failure
New Direct Express Airport to Resort Service Announced for 2022
UPDATE 8/4/21: Online reservations have opened for Mears Connect and can currently be made for dates beginning January 1, 2022, via their official website. “Introductory rates” are being offered at this time – here’s a look: Per Adult Per Child Standard Service One Way $16.00 $13.50 Round Trip $32.00 $27.00 Premium Service Round Trip $200 … New Direct Express Airport to Resort Service Announced for 2022
The Accessibility Problem of Cancelling Magical Express
Disney World visitors have rightly been lamenting the cancellation of Magical Express service from the Orlando airport to the resorts starting in 2022. Families worry about how to carry children, bags, car seats, and more with an affordable transportation option. Others worry that the benefits of staying (and paying more) at an onsite resort are … The Accessibility Problem of Cancelling Magical Express
Disney’s Magical Express, Extra Magic Hours to be Discontinued
Updated to add a statement from Mears Transportation who operates Disney’s Magical Express thanks to Spectrum News’ Ashley Carter: Mears sent this statement about Disney ending its Magical Express service: pic.twitter.com/WrsmnQ1cjf — Ashley Carter (@AshleyLCarter1) January 11, 2021 The Walt Disney World Resort has just announced that beginning January 1, 2022, Disney’s Magical Express transportation … Disney’s Magical Express, Extra Magic Hours to be Discontinued
Mears Transportation Has Laid Off More Employees, Including Some at Disney’s Magical Express
According to paperwork filed with the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity, Mears Transportation Group in Orlando laid off an additional 104 employees in July. In June, the company laid off 72 employees at its corporate offices. Prior to the pandemic, the company had 950 employees. The company furloughed most of its workers in April, but … Mears Transportation Has Laid Off More Employees, Including Some at Disney’s Magical Express
Disney’s Magical Express Will No Longer Provide Luggage Delivery Service Beginning July 16
Complimentary airport transportation via Disney’s Magical Express service for guests arriving and departing from Orlando International Airport (MCO) is continuing to operate during this period, with some modifications. Beginning July 16, 2020, luggage delivery service will no longer be provided for guests arriving to and departing from Orlando International Airport. Guests who choose to use … Disney’s Magical Express Will No Longer Provide Luggage Delivery Service Beginning July 16
