{"id":11219,"date":"2016-01-11T07:08:21","date_gmt":"2016-01-11T12:08:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.themagicforless.com\/tmflblog\/?p=11219"},"modified":"2024-02-13T11:14:01","modified_gmt":"2024-02-13T16:14:01","slug":"16-reasons-2016-will-be-an-unforgettable-year-at-walt-disney-world-resort","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.themagicforless.com\/tmflblog\/16-reasons-2016-will-be-an-unforgettable-year-at-walt-disney-world-resort\/","title":{"rendered":"16 Reasons to Visit Walt Disney World In 2016"},"content":{"rendered":"
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This is shaping up to be truly unforgettable for guests at who visit\u00a0 Walt Disney World\u00a0 in 2016. Look for the debut of new attractions and stunning shows, delectable new dining options, signature shopping locations and returning guest-favorite annual events.<\/p>\n

Here are the top reasons to start packing your bags for\u00a0 Walt Disney World in 2016.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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1. The Galaxy Is Sweeter Than Ever Before: New Star Wars Experiences Debut<\/strong><\/p>\n

Starting Jan. 5, Disney\u2019s Hollywood Studios<\/strong> will launch its latest Star Wars<\/em>-inspired experience with the addition of the \u201cSymphony in the Stars: A Galactic Spectacular Dessert Party.\u201d As the enthralling fireworks show lights up the sky, guests can enjoy out-of-this-world desserts and specialty drinks in this separate ticket offering until March 19. This experience complements all of the other new ways to experience Star Wars<\/em> in the park, including Star Wars<\/em> Launch Bay<\/strong>, which takes guests into the Star Wars<\/em> saga, including the newest movie adventure, Star Wars: The Force Awakens<\/em>, with special exhibits and peeks behind-the-scenes, special merchandise and opportunities to encounter Chewbacca and Darth Vader.<\/p>\n

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2.\u00a0<\/strong>Light Up The Night With \u201cRivers of Light\u201d at Disney\u2019s Animal Kingdom<\/strong><\/p>\n

Disney\u2019s Animal Kingdom will come alive at night with new nighttime entertainment and experiences, the most spectacular being the \u201cRivers of Light\u201d show debuting this spring. With a waterway as its stage, the innovative new show will feature entertainers, floating lanterns, water screens and swirling animal imagery in a performance that truly brings the animal kingdom to life at night.<\/p>\n

3. Explore Kilimanjaro Safaris at Night<\/strong><\/p>\n

Starting in spring, guests will get to experience the African savanna at Disney\u2019s Animal Kingdom<\/strong> in a whole new light: amid the orange glow of the setting sun. During the nighttime adventure, guests can extend their travels on the safaris into the evening.<\/p>\n

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\u00a04.\u00a0<\/strong>Experience Frozen Ever After at Epcot<\/strong><\/p>\n

The new \u201cFrozen\u201d-inspired attraction will open its doors in the Norway pavilion at Epcot in spring. In it, guests will be transported to the Winter in Summer Celebration where Queen Elsa creates a special day for the kingdom. Guests also will travel to Elsa\u2019s Ice Palace, the ice-blue world of the North Mountain, and the Bay of Arendelle.<\/p>\n

\u00a05.\u00a0<\/strong>Stop By The New Frozen Character Greeting Location at Epcot<\/strong><\/p>\n

Guests can meet the royal sisters Anna and Elsa at Epcot<\/strong> at a new character greeting location in the Royal Sommerhus at the Norway pavilion starting in spring.<\/p>\n

6. Experience New Jungle Navigation Co., Ltd. Skipper Canteen at Magic Kingdom Park<\/strong><\/p>\n

This new, themed restaurant opened in December and gives guests the chance to experience \u201cWorld Famous Jungle Cuisine\u201d in one of several unique dining rooms, including a crew mess hall and a once-hidden secret meeting room of the famed Society of Explorers and Adventurers. The restaurant is staffed by friendly Jungle Cruise Skippers, known for their clever jokes.<\/p>\n

7. Try New Dining Offerings at Disney Springs<\/strong><\/p>\n

Disney Springs<\/a><\/strong> will continue to grow in 2016, with plans to add new eateries including STK steakhouse, The Edison, Sprinkles, Blaze Fast Fire\u2019d Pizza, as well as two new restaurant concepts by chefs Art Smith and Rick Bayless.<\/p>\n

8.\u00a0<\/strong>A Shopper\u2019s Paradise at Disney Springs<\/strong><\/p>\n

As Disney Springs nears completion with the opening of Town Center, 2016 will bring some new, must-do retail shops to Disney Springs,\u00a0including Edward Beiner, Lilly Pulitzer, L\u2019Occitane en Provence, PANDORA, Tommy Bahama, UGG, UNIQLO and Zara.<\/p>\n

9.\u00a0<\/strong>Staying Fit While Having Fun With runDisney Events <\/strong><\/p>\n

The 2016 runDisney<\/strong> racing season kicks off Jan. 6-10 with the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend. This will be the first of four racing weekends held at Walt Disney World Resort in 2016, which include:<\/p>\n