Disney World's New Date-Based Ticket Pricing and Resort Developments

New DVC Resort at Fort Wilderness

• 🏨 Disney has officially confirmed plans for a new nature-inspired DVC resort on Bay Lake, near Fort Wilderness and Wilderness Lodge.
• 💡 The resort will feature over 900 hotel rooms and DVC villas, though it currently lacks an official name.
• ⚠️ Concerns are raised about the resort's concept art, which some feel doesn't strongly convey a "nature" theme and appears generic, similar to urban developments.

Themed Resort Architecture Concerns

• 🏗️ A trend towards less distinct theming in new Disney resorts is noted, with the new Coronado Springs tower also lacking clear regional architectural cues.
• 🌟 In contrast, the upcoming Star Wars-themed hotel at Galaxy's Edge is highlighted as an example of highly immersive and specific theming.
• 🖼️ The concept art for the new DVC resort and Coronado Springs are described as bland, resembling typical apartment complexes or casinos rather than iconic Disney properties.

Disney's New Date-Based Ticket Pricing System

• 🎟️ Disney World has officially transitioned to a date-based pricing system for all park tickets, a change previously implemented for one-day tickets.
• 📈 The stated justification is to enhance the guest experience by spreading attendance throughout the year, citing park popularity and new immersive lands.
• 💰 Critics argue this is a way for Disney to avoid negative press about annual ticket price increases, as prices will now be adjusted more frequently and less conspicuously.

Impact of Ticket Price Changes

• 📉 The new system aims to incentivize visits during slower periods, but the small price differences and lack of refunds for shifting dates are questioned as insufficient incentives.
• 💸 For multi-day tickets, especially during peak times, price increases can range from 15% to 24% over the past year.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 A family of four visiting a park during peak times could face costs around $520 just for admission, not including food or other expenses.

Marvel Land Developments at California Adventure

• 🕸️ A new Marvel superhero-themed land is slated to open at Disney California Adventure in 2020.
• 🎭 The "It's Tough to Be a Bug" theater will be repurposed for a separate Marvel-themed attraction, distinct from the main land.
• 🌍 An attraction for this land is a duplicate of one being prepared for Disneyland Paris, reflecting a strategy of cloning successful attractions.
• 🚀 Construction teams are expected to transition from Galaxy's Edge to begin work on the Marvel attractions, potentially opening one or two new experiences in 2020.