It’s here! The latest Disney theme park and Disney Cruise Line news roundup for the week of April 29 is officially live – though I should note, this is not when they typically get posted. I was traveling this weekend for a cousin’s graduation, and everything went topsy-turvy with my schedule!
The week of April 29 had exciting developments from all corners of the Disney parks divisions. Whether you’re planning a trip to Walt Disney World, Disneyland Resort, or aboard Disney Cruise Line, there are updates you’ll definitely want to read up on in this latest edition of the news!
Critter Country Temporarily Closes in Disneyland
Starting May 1, the majority of Critter Country at Disneyland Park will be closed for refurbishments in preparation for the opening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. During the closure, The Briar Patch and Pooh Corner will close as they transform into new shopping locations – Ray’s Berets and Louis’ Critter Club, respectively (the candy shop half of Pooh Corner will reopen).
In addition, The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh will be unavailable during the renovations. Hungry Bear Restaurant will be open throughout this period. No reopening date for Critter Country has been announced, though it will likely be around when Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens at Disneyland.
That whole back left corner of Disneyland Park is one big construction site at the moment. In addition to the temporary closures in Critter Country and the work being done to build Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, construction continues in New Orleans Square as Haunted Mansion gets a new outdoor queue space! Definitely be prepared for additional congestion in that area this summer.
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V.I.Passholder Days Begin at Walt Disney World
Disney World Annual Passholders have extra incentives to head to the parks in May and June! The resort’s V.I.Passholder Days officially kicked off on May 1 and will run through June 26. During V.I.Passholder Days, Disney World Annual Passholders can pick up limited-edition magnets, take advantage of special discounts, and more!
Also available during V.I.Passholder Days is an Annual Passholder-exclusive lounge at Restaurant Marrakesh in the Morocco Pavilion at EPCOT. Be sure to keep an eye on Disney World’s social media over the next several weeks to see if any additional discounts or promotions are announced for V.I.Passholder Days.
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More Information Revealed From Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point
We’re just a little over one month away from the opening of Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point! The new private Bahamian island destination for Disney Cruise Line opens on June 6, offering cruisers a second Disney-exclusive stop on their itineraries in addition to Castaway Cay.
Disney recently unveiled new details about Lookout Cay, including entertainment offerings and a first look at food! RUSH! A Junkanoo Celebration will take place at the Goombay Cultural Center and will include Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Daisy participating in an authentic Junkanoo Rush Out. Guests can also participate in an array of games in a fun beach party atmosphere at Disney Fun in the Sun Beach Bash. Goofy, Pluto, Chip, and Dale will participate in the festivities.
After working up an appetite, there will be plenty of opportunities to grab a bite to eat or sip on a refreshing beverage. In addition to classic favorites from burgers to salads, guests will also find menus featuring dishes with authentic Bahamian flavors. Several signature drinks will also be available, including the Eleuthera Euphoria, made with premium aged rum, pineapple smoothie and DOLE Whip.
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New Disneyland Summer Hotel and Ticket Offers Announced
There are new ways to save on a summer trip to Disneyland Resor! The Happiest Place on Earth announced discounts and incentives to help bring the price of both your hotel and your theme park tickets down. Starting with tickets, Disney will launch a summer offer for its 3-Day, 1-Park tickets. The tickets will be priced starting at $149 for children and $249 for adults (valid Monday through Thursday) and $199 for children and $299 for adults (valid Friday through Sunday). The ticket will be available for purchase starting on May 29 and will be valid from June 10 through September 26.
There are special summer savings opportunities at the resort hotels on Disneyland property, too! Guests can save up to 25% on select stays at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel and Spa, the Disneyland Hotel, or The Villas at Disneyland Hotel when staying four nights or longer. In addition, guests can save up to 20% at the same three hotels, Sunday through Thursday, with no minimum night stay necessary! These hotel offers are valid from June 10 through September 26 and can be reserved starting May 29 through September 12.
