Disney has certainly been utilizing as much of the Star Wars brand as they possibly are able to every since they purchased the franchise.  They have been pumping out blockbuster after blockbuster in theaters across the world, and WOW have they been entertaining.  For years their Star Wars Weekend has always been one of the most anticipated, attended, and wildest weeks of the year, as thousands of park visitors show up in the favorite character's cosplay.  However fans have long hears rumors, and have been waiting, for the soon to be unveiled Stars Wars Land and Star Wars Hotel.

The new Star Wars Land, which will be called Star Wars : Galaxy's Edge, is currently under construction, and should open a little before the hotel.  We already know that it will be 14-acres of Star Wars mania, and will be located in Disney's Hollywood Studios.  For those unfamiliar, the Walt Disney World Resort has 4 major theme parks: Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, and Disney's Magic Kingdom.

There's been a ton of building and expansion happening at Disney's Hollywood Studios, and we've just learned that the wild Star Wars Hotel will be located next to the newly expanded parking lot.  We are also told that there will be some levels of inter-connectivity between the hotel and Galaxy's Edge.  Currently, there are more than 25 Disney Resort hotel locations at the Walt Disney World Resort, and there are promises that this hotel will be something unique and special.  For example, guest rooms WILL NOT have windows to the outside world.  At least not to the outside world of Florida.  Rather, guests will have visions and views of deep space and the outer Star Wars Galaxy.

Last month we told our subscribers about all the new cool rides and attractions that are coming to the Walt Disney World Resort.  All of this information came out of Disney's big D23 Expo event.

Well, we asked what attractions were the most appealing to our readers, and the results are in!

Drum roll please...

The makeover coming to EPCOT came in first, with the arrival of Toy Story Land coming in a close second.   And fighting hard for 3rd place were several contenders: a few Star Wars Lands attractions, Guardians of the Galaxy attraction, and the Tron ride.

Here are the full results:


And a few comments too:

Disney World's D23 Expo announced and unveiled some super exciting attractions and events.  From an EPCOT makeover to a space themed restaurant, from a Guardians of the Galaxy attraction to a Tron ride, from Toy Story Land coming in 2018 to Disney Skyliner gondolas, and SO MUCH MORE.

However, the news that was attracting the most attention revolved around the much anticipated Star Wars Land, which we finally learned will be called Star Wars : Galaxy's Edge.  There will be several rides, and none sound more thrilling than the Millennium Falcon where guests will assume control of the star ship and help defend the galaxy from the First Order.  Additionally, in a continued effort to have some of the coolest hotels in the World, a Star Wars themed hotel will  be opening soon.  Each room will be it's on space ship that includes windows with views of space.  Expo hosts are calling this hotel the "most experimental concept ever".

Just as with everything Disney creates, we could not be more excited to check out Star Wars : Galaxy's Edge, and all of the other new and amazing attractions coming to Disney World.  For a list of the top 23 reveals at D23, click here...

It has been a wonderful start to the year here at Disney World, but many of the resort's newest attractions are being revealed just in time for the Summer season.  The summer months of June, July, and August are the most exciting and action packed months of the year, as schools across the Country are all on break.  If you're planning a trip to the Walt Disney World Resort, make sure to check out the attractions below, since it's likely they won't be found in your guidebooks, unless they are very recent.



Frozen Ever After will be located within Disney's EPCOT, at the Norway Pavilion.  The movie Frozen was a mega hit for Disney, and has created a legion of your female fans.  We've featured several great posts about what can be expected, so click here for more information.


The Star Wars theme has already been a huge part of Disney World for a long time.  The annual Star Wars Weekends has been such a great event, and has attracted fans of the franchise for years.  After Disney purchased the rights to Star Wars, plans for a Star Wars Land went right into action at Disney's Hollywood Studios.  You can read more about it here.


The Disney World dining scene continues to improve, and continues to be one of the best dining destinations in the Country.  This Summer welcomes 3 new restaurants.

• D-Luxe Burger at Disney Springs - This fun menu was just recently released, and I personally can't wait to try a Diablo burger.  Check it out here
• STK Orlando at Disney Springs - A cool and innovative steak restaurants, serving both lunch and dinner, and includes a rooftop dining area.  More here
• Tiffin's at Disney's Animal Kingdom - A cool new restaurant that was built around the concepts that themed Animal Kingdom, and features both waterfront indoor and waterfront outdoor dining.  The full menu has yet to be released, but you can find some insights here. 

Rivers of Light is opening at Animal Kingdom, taking place on Discovery Lake.  It's an entertainment performance that aims to celebrate the "special nature" and beauty of the animals in the park.  This is something we can't wait to experience, since it really is unlike any other attraction in a Disney park.  Check out what Disney themselves have to say here.


The Kilimanjaro Safaris at the Animal Kingdom have been one of the park's must-do adventures for years.  The real-life exotic animals, the fun ride through their habitats, the learning and excitement, all make the safari's so much fun.  Now, with the new Sunset Kilimanjaro Safaris, visitors can experience it all past sunset, with special lighting features, and when many of the animals are acting much differently in their nocturnal state.  Click here for the Kilimanjaro Safaris homepage.