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Disney Skyliner Officially Begins Transporting Guests on September 29

Walt Disney World has just announced that their newest mode of transportation, the Disney Skyliner, will officially begin transporting guests in the gondolas on September 29, 2019. This new state-of-the-art transportation system will offer views from new vantage points in the sky that guests haven’t seen before. Disney Skyliner will seamlessly connect Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney Skyliner Officially Begins Transporting Guests on September 29

A Look at the New Lion King Merchandise and Scavenger Hunt at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

The celebration of the new live-action The Lion King continues at Disney’s Animal Kingdom with two new offerings announced today. A new Dooney & Bourke collection inspired by The Lion King will hit the shelves at Mombasa Marketplace and Discovery Trading Company on July 19th, and will be available while supplies last. The collection includes a satchel, a A Look at the New Lion King Merchandise and Scavenger Hunt at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

New Renderings and Details Released for Disney’s Riviera Resort Opening in December

The Walt Disney World Resort has just released several new pieces of concept art as well as new details on Disney’s Riviera Resort that is set to open in December. As we’ve learned previously, the Resort will be filled with the history and charm of the European Riviera where Walt and Lillian Disney vacationed back in the day. New Renderings and Details Released for Disney’s Riviera Resort Opening in December

Ron Logan Talks About Creating IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth – Part One

With a loud screech and then a shooting star exploding over World Showcase lagoon, IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth at the Epcot theme park takes guests on an emotional journey as it honors the spirit of humanity, as well as celebrating the world’s “millennium” with a look at the past, present, and future of Earth. As one Ron Logan Talks About Creating IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth – Part One

Walt Disney World Cast Members Can Preview Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Beginning August 1

Cast Members at Walt Disney World will soon have an opportunity to visit Batuu when previews for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios begin August 1st. Starting Monday, Cast Members can sign-up for a four hour preview that allows them and their guest a chance to experience the new land and Millennium Falcon: Walt Disney World Cast Members Can Preview Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Beginning August 1

Riviera Resort to Host ‘Mezzanotte at Topolino’s: An Italian Masquerade’ on New Year’s Eve

Disney’s Riviera Resort, the newest Disney Vacation Club property set to open in December, will be hosting a New Year’s Eve party at Topolino’s Terrace: Flavors of the Riviera, its rooftop restaurant. While DVC Members will get first shot at tickets, the limited-capacity event is open to the general public. Guests will enjoy a European-inspired Riviera Resort to Host ‘Mezzanotte at Topolino’s: An Italian Masquerade’ on New Year’s Eve

New Harvey’s Star Wars Seatbelt Bags Land in Launch Bay at Hollywood Studios

The newest bags in the partnership between Harvey’s and Disney have landed in the Launch Bay at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.   Chewbacca Messenger Bag $178 This Chewie-inspired messenger comes with a Porg keychain.   R2D2 Park Hopper Bag $198 This bag converts from a crossbody into a backpack, and has a magnetic closure.   Star New Harvey’s Star Wars Seatbelt Bags Land in Launch Bay at Hollywood Studios