Saturday, March 26, 2016

Great Reasons to Visit Walt Disney World in 2016



For Walt Disney World,  2015 meant new restaurant openings, a re-imagined Downtown Disney (Disney Springs), new shops and new attractions.  But with the Magic Kingdom Park celebrating its 45th anniversary in 2016, Disney World has a whole new batch of surprises to entice us to visit the home of Mickey Mouse.  Here are are some great reasons you and your family should consider a visit to the "most magical place on earth" this year.


1. Soarin' Around the World

Beginning this year, guests will have the chance to take on a whole new Soarin' experience when Soarin' Around the World opens at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort.  The 4-D attraction will take guests on a journey over some of the world's most unique landscapes.


2. Hollywood Studios Presents New "Star Wars"-Themed Fire Works Show

Disney's Hollywood Studios is introducing the new fireworks show.  The park recently rolled out other "Star Wars"-themed experiences, including Star Wars Launch Bay and a revision to Star Tours.




3. Dine at Animal Kingdom's Newest restaurant, Tiffins

Tiffins will offer waterfront views from indoor and outdoor and will celebrate the art of traveling, featuring a diverse menu drawing from places that inspire the creation of Disney's Animal Kingdom.


4. Animal Kingdom's First Nighttime Experience, "Rivers of Light"

Set to debut this spring, "Rivers of Light" will take place on Discovery River between Discovery Island and Expedition Everest.  It will combine live performers, floating lanterns, water screens and swirling animal imagery.  A pair of hosts will journey onto the river of lantern vessels "for a dramatic dance of water and light to summon animal spirits."  In addition to the show, the park's iconic Tree of Life will be lit up by magical fireflies.



5. Kilimanjaro Safaris To Expand After Sunset

The Kilimanjaro Safaris will be extended for a new nighttime adventure.  Guests will travel through the African savanna and discover two new species to the attraction: African wild dogs and hyenas.


6. Frozen Ever After to Open at Epcot

The story of "Frozen" will be retold to park guests at the "Frozen Ever After" experience in the Norway Pavilion at Epcot.  The experience will take guests into the kingdom of Arendelle through storytelling new technology and music.  Visitors will visit Elsa's Ice Palace and the ice-blue world of North Mountain.  Favor "Frozen" characters will also be part of the experience.  In Norway, fans will have the opportunity to meet Anna and Elsa at the Royal Summerhas.


7. New Dining at Disney Springs

Downtown Disney experienced a large transformation in 2015, most notably, its re-branding to Disney Springs.  Several new ding options were introduced, including the Boathouse, Morimoto Asia, Jock Lindsey's Hanger Bar and Dockside Margaritas.  In 2016, we are expecting to see the opening of STK Restaurant, Blaze Fast-Fired Pizza and the Edison.


8. Jungle Skipper Canteen at Magic Kingdom Park

Fans will have a chance to experience the brand-new Jungle Navigation Co., Ltd. Skipper Canteen restaurant in Adventureland.  At the restaurant, guests will be able to experience "World Famous Jungle Cuisine" in one of several unique dining rooms, including a crew mess hall and a "once-hidden secret meeting room of the famed Society of Explorers and Adventurers."



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