Disney News, Discussion & an Element of Fun - 2024 Edition

[zebrastreyepz]

https://wdwnt.com/2024/01/roundup-rodeo-bbq-eliminate-sides-toy-story-land/

Updates on the Roundup Rodeo BBQ.

 

[TheOneWithTheTriplets]

I had initially read that too when things were announced yet In Aug when I booked a room for April adding DDP was greyed out once I didn’t add tickets to my room

Wasn't the ticketless package only ever available by calling or through a TA? I think this one is legitimately worth a call.

 

[mickey916]

Save up to 35% on Select Rooms for Spring Summer 2024
Save up to 35% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels when you stay 5 consecutive nights or longer—or save up to 30% on shorter stays. This offer is valid for stays most nights from July 8 to October 3, 2024.


Other savings may be available for stays from March 25th to July 7th, 2024.

 

[mickey916]

New DVC Club Lounge Coming to WDW
In a thrilling development for Disney Vacation Club (DVC) members, a brand-new Member Lounge is set to make its debut at Walt Disney World. The announcement, made on January 2, 2024, has sparked anticipation, and construction is slated to commence later this year.

While specific details remain under wraps, the promise of a dedicated space for members to relax and recharge during their day of fun is enough to pique the interest of Disney enthusiasts.

 

[mickey916]

New Cabins at Fort Wilderness Will Be First Pet-Friendly DVC Resort

Recent filings with the Orange County Comptroller by Disney Vacation Club (DVC) shed light on the upcoming reimagining of the Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground and introduce the Palmetto Trust Association, Inc.

The documentation primarily focuses on standard timeshare rules and disclosures, with a significant inclusion being the “Bylaws of Palmetto Trust Association, Inc.” This 17-page document, registered by Disney Vacation Development in August 2023, opens the possibility for prospective buyers to participate in a multi-resort Trust instead of opting for deed ownership tied to a single resort.

Scheduled to reopen in 2024 as new Disney Vacation Club accommodations, the Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground are undergoing a transformation. Originally recognized for being dog-friendly, this feature will persist, making the Cabins the first pet-friendly Disney Vacation Club resort.

Guidelines for pet dog accommodations include allowing up to two dogs per cabin with no weight limit. These dogs must be fully trained, refrain from being on resort furniture, and be accompanied, either on a leash or in a carrier, when outside the cabin. While dogs cannot enter certain areas like food and beverage locations, lounges, pools, and recreation areas, they can’t be left unattended for more than seven hours. Guests are required to coordinate room cleaning times with housekeeping when their dogs are not present, and door hangers must be displayed to indicate the presence of dogs.

To accommodate these furry guests, there is a dog fee of $30 per night for owners and $50 per night for lessees, guests, invitees, licensees, and exchangers. However, DVC emphasizes its right to evict disruptive dogs, adjust fees in the future, and warns members against relying on continued dog-friendly policies, as it is not guaranteed.

The ground lease for the Cabins, existing since their projected opening, concludes on January 31, 2075, providing a glimpse into the future of this unique Disney Vacation Club offering.

 

[mickey916]

Florida Residents Can Save Up to 30% This Summer
Stay in the magic this spring and early summer! Florida residents can save up to 30% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels, valid for stays most nights from March 25th through July 7th, 2024.

 

[mickey916]

Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Extended Closure Wil Last Several Months

CONFIRMED: Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster’s Extended Closure Will Last Several MONTHS in Disney World​

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We’ve got more news to share with you about Rock n’ Rollercoaster’s upcoming closure!

Rock ‘N’ Roller Coaster
It was recently announced that the popular ride at Disney’s Hollywood Studios would close for refurbishment starting on January 8th, 2024. However, when we first learned of its temporary closure we weren’t sure how long that would be. Now, we’ve got more information on how long you can expect to be without one of Disney World’s most popular roller coasters this year.
You’ll want to rethink your thrill strategy when visiting Disney’s Hollywood Studios early this year. Starting on January 8th, Rock ‘n’ Rollercoaster will begin its extended closure for the year. When we initially learned of the closure, no expected time frame of how long we could see the attraction down was listed.

Rock ‘n Roller Coaster
Now, Disney has made an update to the ride’s page on their website letting everyone know to expect the closure to last for several months. They are anticipating a reopening sometime during the Summer of 2024.

 

[OKW Lover]

Same. The transitions in Soarin over California are horrid. And there was still plenty of distorted scenes from the rounded screen so I really don’t get the argument that it’s better because around the world is distorted on the edges.

Perhaps my memory is fading but I don't recall Plenty of distorted scenes in the original. Also, I thought the transitions were much smoother in the original. Only the golf ball transition seemed to be abrupt.

 

[Suger Mag]

New Cabins at Fort Wilderness Will Be First Pet-Friendly DVC Resort

Guidelines for pet dog accommodations include allowing up to two dogs per cabin with no weight limit. These dogs must be fully trained, refrain from being on resort furniture , and be accompanied, either on a leash or in a carrier, when outside the cabin. While dogs cannot enter certain areas like food and beverage locations, lounges, pools, and recreation areas, they can’t be left unattended for more than seven hours. Guests are required to coordinate room cleaning times with housekeeping when their dogs are not present, and door hangers must be displayed to indicate the presence of dogs.

To accommodate these furry guests, there is a dog fee of $30 per night for owners and $50 per night for lessees, guests, invitees, licensees, and exchangers. However, DVC emphasizes its right to evict disruptive dogs, adjust fees in the future, and warns members against relying on continued dog-friendly policies, as it is not guaranteed.

lol... i give it less time than the Galactic Starcruiser.

I know if I had my baby she would be in bed with me....

 

[SkyGuy]

lol... i give it less time than the Galactic Starcruiser.

I know if I had my baby she would be in bed with me....

lol - agreed! The types of people who travel with their non-working pets don’t seem like the types who are going to make their dogs sleep on the floor. Heck, I would never travel with my 150+lb puppy, and even he is allowed to curl up in his chair!

 

[BrianL]

Hey, @mickey916, thanks for posting and keeping the thread going!

 

[champagne&disney]

lol - agreed! The types of people who travel with their non-working pets don’t seem like the types who are going to make their dogs sleep on the floor. Heck, I would never travel with my 150+lb puppy, and even he is allowed to curl up in his chair!

It's the same rules as now and my "friend" will tell you a lot of these are not enforced, including the no pets on furniture rule and no pets in the main areas. My "friend" will also tell you that the CMs love to pet dogs in both the stores at FW.

 

[mickey916]

Hey, @mickey916, thanks for posting and keeping the thread going!

You're welcome! I just love this group so much, I want to do what I can to keep the conversation going.!

 

[mickey916]

Update on Kali River Rapids Refurbishment
The attraction will be closed starting January 8th, and reopen sometime in mid-March. Here’s the statement:

From January 8, 2024 to mid-March, Kali River Rapids will be temporarily unavailable due to regularly scheduled maintenance.

 

[jlundeen]

I just priced the difference between the BounceBack offer I got while there in December and the new Annual Passholder offer. The BB offer beats the AP offer by $300. Not worth it to try to convert, so will hang on to the BB.

 

[sachilles]

New DVC Club Lounge Coming to WDW
In a thrilling development for Disney Vacation Club (DVC) members, a brand-new Member Lounge is set to make its debut at Walt Disney World. The announcement, made on January 2, 2024, has sparked anticipation, and construction is slated to commence later this year.

While specific details remain under wraps, the promise of a dedicated space for members to relax and recharge during their day of fun is enough to pique the interest of Disney enthusiasts.

Hmm, wonder where this is? Tortuga Tavern is getting re-themed for more direct pirates content right?
I'm thinking the Stitch space could work, maybe also Tom Sawyer Island. They could also section off part of Tomorrowland terrace.

 

[Duckbug.Ducktales]

Update on Kali River Rapids Refurbishment
The attraction will be closed starting January 8th, and reopen sometime in mid-March. Here’s the statement:

This ride gets you way too wet for how short it is. Too little fun for too much pain afterward

 

[Smugpugmug]

This ride gets you way too wet for how short it is. Too little fun for too much pain afterward

And then you go on Popeye and Bluto's Bilgerat Barges over at IoA (same ride system) and the wetness level is as if you jumped into a swimming pool with your clothes on.

 

[AquaDame]

It's the same rules as now and my "friend" will tell you a lot of these are not enforced, including the no pets on furniture rule and no pets in the main areas. My "friend" will also tell you that the SMs love to pet dogs in both the stores at FW.

There is no way they’d know, unless there is damage. Which is what the rule is really for; so they have an easy way to ding you legally. I’d happily bring my dog if it weren’t for the 5 hour flight… she is just barely too big (24lb corgi) to be in a carrier in the cabin. The road trip we took her on to DLR was a blast - one less thing to worry about and arrange. It helps that she much prefers her own dog bed to mine though. She never has tried to sleep with us - she hops down to the foot of the bed even if we bring her up for pets the moment we stop.

 

[mickey916]

AP Room Discount for Spring/Summer
As part of a slew of discounts announced today, Walt Disney World has also announced room discounts for Annual Passholders this Spring into early Summer. Here are the details:

Stay in the magic this spring and early summer—and make the most of your Annual Pass! Passholders can save up to 35% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels, valid for stays most nights from March 25 through July 7, 2024.