As Walt Disney World continues to grow and evolve, trust Birnbaum as your 2021 guide
insider tips on how to see and do it all detailed descriptions of all attractions, resorts, and eateries money-saving strategies
New and coming to Walt Disney
Walt Disney World's 50th anniversary celebration TRON Lightcycle Power Run, a thrilling race through the digital frontier At Epcot, a brand-new electrifying extravaganza HarmonioUS Guardian's of the Cosmic Rewind, an indoor, family-friendly "storytelling coaster" PLAY, an all-new Epcot pavilion bursting with games, activities, and experiences that connect guests with friends, family, and Disney characters. Epcot's three new worldly neighborhoods (which combine nicely World Showcase): World Discovery, World Celebration, and World Nature Remy's Ratatouille Adventure, a brand-new attraction at Epcot's France pavilion Movies! Epcot's welcomed no fewer than 4 new cinematic Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along Experience, Awesome Planet, Canada Far and Wide, and Wondrous China
An adventure on Cherry Tree Lane at Epcot's United Kingdom pavilion A bona fide "E-Ticket" attraction known as Star Rise of the Resistance puts guests smack-dab in the middle of an epic battle between the Resistance and the First Order. Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway, a new journey through the wild and wacky cartoon world, amuses riders of all ages. The Disney Skyliner gondola system shuttles guests to and from a selection of resorts and theme parks New Disney's Riviera Resort, Star Wars Galactic Star Cruiser (a 2-night immersive adventure in the Star Wars universe), and The Cove (a new sister resort to the Disney Swan and Dolphin) Plus recent expansions of Coronado Springs
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Plan a Walt Disney World vacation that's right for you, including deciding when to go Stretch your dollar with money-saving tips and great value resorts like the Art of Animation and Pop Century Use coupons worth up to 20 percent off Disney dining, shopping, and recreational pursuits Cut the time spent in line by using Disney's FastPass+ Enter the parks before the crowds arrive, or stay for hours after closing time, with Extra Magic Hours Maximize the services of the handy accessory known as the MagicBand Choose (and book) a Disney dining experience with our extensive restaurant coverage Understand the Disney Dining Plan program Reserve a breakfast with Mickey Mouse and his Disney pals Meet Anna and Elsa (and visit Arendelle) at Epcot's Frozen Ever After attraction Enjoy Disney Springs, a vibrant dining, shopping, and entertainment district Sign up for behind-the-scenes tours Detect dozens of Hidden Mickeys throughout the theme parks Soar on the back of a mountain banshee at Animal Kingdom's thrilling Avatar Flight of Passage Plan the ultimate "land and sea" vacation with our Disney Cruise Line bonus chapter