Wednesday, November 7, 2012

Update Around the World

I have been terribly remiss about even reading WDW updates, much less posting about them! We're finally settled into our new home (well, settled is a relative term), so I'm desperately trying to get back on track with my blogging. Here are some general updates of what's going on around WDW, including refurbishments and openings:

  • Although the new Fantasyland doesn't officially open until December 6, Cast Member and passholder previews are in full swing, as well as previews for the general public.

  • Test Track (Epcot) is also now scheduled to reopen on December 6.

  • The re-imagined Bistro de Paris (Epcot) is also set to open December 6 with a new menu and new name.

  • Epcot's Character Spot remains closed through February. If you have a trip scheduled between now and then, you can check with a Cast Member to see where your favorite characters have been relocated.

  • The Studio Backlot Tour, Honey I Shrunk the Kids Movie Set Adventure, and American Film Institute Showcase (Disney's Hollywood Studios) are expected to reopen on November 17.

  • Lights! Motor! Action! Extreme Stunt Show (DHS) will close next week for a brief refurbishment, closing on November 11 and reopening on November 15.

  • Typhoon Lagoon is closed for its yearly rehab and will reopen on January 5, weather permitting.

  • Blizzard Beach will undergo its yearly rehab January 6 through March 16.

  • Splash Mountain (MK) will be closed from January 2 through March 19, for a rather lengthy refurbishment.

  • Mad Tea Party (MK) will be closed January 7-February 18.

  • The Liberty Square Riverboat (MK) will close for refurbishment February 1-7.


Whew! I think that about covers it for now. Lots going on around the World.  We were hoping to take a quick trip in December, to experience some of the new and improved attractions, but I'm not sure it's going to happen with all that's going on (new house and especially busy time at work for my husband). Still holding out hope!
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  1. JenNovember 11, 2012 at 9:29 AM

    We are heading to Disney November 26-December 1. I understand we will miss the opening of the new Fantasyland, but can't find anywhere if we can preview it and what that would include. Do you know how we as part of the general public can "preview" it?

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  2. Affording the MouseNovember 11, 2012 at 11:59 AM

    They have been doing sporadic previews for the public. Basically, you just need to be in the area and looking for a Cast Member to see if the attractions are open. (And even if you don't see anyone in line, it never hurts to ask.) I think you should be able to see and do almost everything that is opening in December by that time, based on what has already been open to the public.

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