Walt Disney World News — Week of August 24, 2019
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In case Iger forgets to say it, regarding Galaxy’s Edge, later this week: “It’s open.”
News
- Disney’s Riviera Resort is continuing to move towards its opening day. Would you want to stay here?
- Keep an eye on the blog for more coverage of Galaxy’s Edge leading up to its opening day.
- And if that’s not enough, remember that Epcot’s International Food and Wine Festival is starting August 29.
Last night, concept art started to be revealed for some of the amazing changes that are coming to Walt Disney World as shown at the D23 convention. We’ll have more coverage throughout the weekend, but some of the early amazing reveals include a new Moana attraction and the Halcyon, the ship that will take you to Batuu and back (aka the Star Wars Hotel).
Weather
For the most current weather conditions, click here. Note: The summertime rainy season is here. Don’t let those precipitation numbers fool you: it won’t rain everywhere or every day, but always be prepared for a sudden downburst of sometimes severe weather. Also heat can be dangerous–stay hydrated, take breaks, and wear your sunscreen.
Crowd Levels
Park Hours
Attractions Closed For Refurbishments
Magic Kingdom
- Walt Disney World Railroad – Fantasyland
- Walt Disney World Railroad – Frontierland
- Walt Disney World Railroad – Main Street, U.S.A.
- Astro Orbiter
Epcot
- O Canada!
Disney’s Animal Kingdom
- Primeval Whirl
Discount information is courtesy of Small World Vacations
| Discount | Disney Visa Cardholder Offer |
| Discount Type | Room-Only, Package, or Ticketless Package with Dining |
| Book By | September 28, 2019 |
| Travel Dates | Most nights July 15 to September 28, 2019 |
| Details | Disney Visa must be used at time of booking Available at select rooms at Art of Animation, All-Star Sports, Port Orleans Riverside, Coronado Springs, Animal Kingdom Lodge, and Saratoga Springs Full details from Small World Vacations. |
| Discount | Free, Delicious Offer (aka Free Dining) |
| Discount Type | Free dining with purchase of package |
| Book By | September 29, 2019 |
| Travel Dates | Select dates in September, November, and December |
| Details | Valid only on purchase of package (room + theme park tickets with Park Hopper) Available at select rooms; type of dining package included varies based on type of hotel booked Full details from Small World Vacations. |
| Discount | Fall and Holiday Room Offer |
| Discount Type | Room-Only |
| Book By | September 29, 2019 (fall) or December 24, 2019 (holiday) |
| Travel Dates | September 1-28, 2019 (most nights), September 29-November 14, 2019 (Sunday through Thursday nights) and November 10-December 24, 2019 (most nights) |
| Details | Save up to 20%. Length of stay requirements may apply. Available at select resorts Full details from Small World Vacations. |
| Discount | Florida Resident Fall and Holiday Room offer |
| Discount Type | Room-Only |
| Book By | December 24, 2019 |
| Travel Dates | Most nights September 1 through December 24, 2019 |
| Details | Proof of Florida residency required at check-in For stays of 1 to 14 nights Not available for all resorts or room types Full details from Small World Vacations. |
| Discount | Florida Resident Summer 2019 Room Offer |
| Discount Type | Room-Only |
| Book By | August 28, 2019 |
| Travel Dates | Most nights July 1 to August 28, 2019 |
| Details | Proof of Residency required at check-in For stays of 1 to 14 nights Not available for all resorts or room types Full details from Small World Vacations. |
| Discount | Fall Annual Passholder Discount |
| Discount Type | Room-Only |
| Book By | December 24, 2019 |
| Travel Dates | Most nights September 1 to December 24, 2019 |
| Details | Annual pass required at check-in Save up to 35% on room reservations For stays of 1 to 14 nights Not available for all resorts or room types Full details from Small World Vacations. |
| Discount | 2019 Military Offer |
| Discount Type | Room-Only |
| Book By | December 19, 2019 |
| Travel Dates | Most nights: January 1 to April 13, 2019 April 26 to December 19, 2019 |
| Details | Valid military ID required at check-in Save up to 35% on room reservations For stays of 1 to 14 nights Not available for all resorts or room types Full details from Small World Vacations. |
| Discount | Summer Room Offer |
| Discount Type | Room-Only |
| Book By | August 28, 2019 |
| Travel Dates | Most nights: May 28 to August 28, 2019 |
| Details | Save up to 25% on room reservations Not available for all resorts or room types For arrivals May 28 to June 30, 2019, receive Disney gift card:
Full details from Small World Vacations. |
| Discount | Kid Size Summer Vacation Package |
| Discount Type | Package |
| Book By | August 26, 2019 |
| Travel Dates | Most Sundays through Tuesdays June 2 – June 25 and July 7 – August 26, 2019 |
| Details |
Not available for all resorts or room types For arrivals in June, receive Disney gift card:
Full details from Small World Vacations. |
| Discount | Summer Annual Passholder Discount |
| Discount Type | Room-Only |
| Book By | August 28, 2019 |
| Travel Dates | Most nights July 1 to August 28, 2019 |
| Details | Annual pass required at check-in Save up to 35% on room reservations For stays of 1 to 14 nights Not available for all resorts or room types Full details from Small World Vacations. |
| Discount | Ultimate Christmas Package |
| Discount Type | Package |
| Book By | October 26, 2019 |
| Travel Dates | December 21-26, 2019 |
| Details | 5-night stay at a select Disney Resort hotel and a 4-day theme park ticket with Park Hopper option, along with the following “Yuletide offerings”
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