When it comes to Disney, you can count on two things. Disney is going to do it better than everyone else and they are never going to stop making things better. Walt Disney World has seen a lot of construction lately. Walt himself said that it would never be completed as long as there was imagination in the world. They keep building, keep renovating, keep reimagining, and keep wowing visitors with each new project.
Let’s take a look at what we can anticipate for 2017.
Pandora- The Land of Avatar
Expected to open in the summer of 2017, Pandora – The Land of Avatar has been several years in the making. It’s widely known that Disney doesn’t rush anything, but guests have been waiting for this for a while now. Its opening is set to coincide with the release of the second Avatar movie by James Cameron and Lightstorm Entertainment.
Rivers of Light
Part of the huge expansion of Disney’s Animal Kingdom is Rivers of Light. After physical complications, technical difficulties, a disappointing place holder, and a delayed opening, it looks like Rivers of Light will finally open sometime in 2017, though no approximate date is being given.
Disney Springs
Disney Springs has also been renovated in recent years with multiple phases of openings. It looks like the Disney Springs we were promised will finally open fully and completely in 2017.
Miss Fortune Falls
Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon is getting a new family raft ride! Miss Fortune Falls is based off of the legend of Captain Mary Oceaneer who hunted for treasure around the world. During a storm, her ship was marooned on Typhoon Lagoon.
Epcot International Festival of the Arts
Epcot‘s festivals have become quite popular and have even stretched out to fill almost the whole year. The Epcot International Food and Wine Festival and the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival have delighted guests for many years. Now, there’s a new festival being tested at Epcot: The International Festival of the Arts. It will take place Fridays through Mondays from January 13th to February 20th and will honor a variety of art including visual, culinary (yes, a hint of the Food and Wine Festival), and performing.
Hollywood Studios
Disney’s Hollywood Studios is the third park to get a recent makeover, and the primary focus here is Star Wars.
Monorail
Disney recently announced that there will be a new tour combining two of the best parts of Disney: dining and the monorail.
Wilderness Lodge
Disney’s Wilderness Lodge is one of the best deluxe resorts on property, and now it’s getting new cabins and deluxe villas.
ESPN Wide World of Sports
Now, there’s a new venue being constructed at ESPN Wide World Of Sports. Its flexible design will accommodate many different events including up to four cheer competitions at once and seat up to 8,000 guests.
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