Disney4me Posted February 28 Report Share Posted February 28 The Skyliner at Disney World can be one of the most reliable modes of transportation on the property, but that doesn’t mean it is without faults. Riviera Resort Skyliner Going back to your resort at the end of a long park day can be exhausting, and sometimes, you just want to sit back and relax with your feet up on your ride home. If you’re looking for a quieter experience, here are four times you might want to skip the Skyliner and use a different method to get home. 1. When It’s Just Too Crowded When the Skyliner is busy, Cast Members will put multiple families into one gondola, and sometimes, that’s a bit much for the introverts in the group! You’ll be snugged up with a few strangers until your next stop, and you might have to quickly pass through the small aisle to get out the door. Skyliner Crowds from New Year’s Eve There are some times we know it’s going to be busy, like in the morning at the Caribbean Beach since it’s the main hub or after the EPCOT fireworks. If we see the line all the way down the queue, we usually pass on the Skyliner and use a different mode of transportation to get back to our resort. 2. When It’s Raining or Storming While the Skyliner might be open when you’re waiting in line, once you see those large storm clouds and thunder starting to roll in, it might be time to bail. The Skyliner doesn’t operate when the weather can be potentially dangerous, so save yourself some stress. If you’re constantly checking your weather app in line, taking a short walk to your next stop before it rains might be a good idea! Rain Day If it’s just raining, the Skyliner may remain open, but for those anxious about heights, you still might want to head a different way. The rain and wind can make the gondolas shake a bit more, and while we know it’s safe, it doesn’t mean we always like to be in it! 3. When You Get Stranded The Skyliner is typically open one hour before Early Entry starts at EPCOT or Hollywood Studios and 90 minutes after both parks close. On EPCOT nights with After Hours events, the Skyliner is open later to accommodate the event, but not all routes! The route from Caribbean Beach Resort, Pop Century, and Art of Animation will be closed. The Skyliner can take you to the Riviera Resort, but then what? Skyliner It’s a good thing you’re reading this now, not after your amazing night at EPCOT! Grabbing bus transportation might be a quicker way to get home that night. 4. When The People Are…Being People Being in a slow-moving pod in the sky with a bunch of strangers is not everyone’s ideal of comfort, but it’s a bit worse when people are unaware of others around them. They might be bouncing or shaking the gondola a bit, making those more timid of heights wish they had walked! Other guests might insist on having a long conversation about their entire life story when all you’re thinking about is your bed at the Art of Animation. Skyliner Loading Area Even little ones who are up way past their bedtime are starting to get cranky and finished with the day, causing the gondola to be a bit louder than anyone would prefer. The Skyliner is typically calmer in the afternoons, but at night, you might want to go a different way. While we love the Skyliner for the convenience between EPCOT and Hollywood Studios, plus a few of our favorite resorts, sometimes we like to skip Skyliner and choose to walk, use boat transportation, or even take a Minnie Van when it’s too hectic. Disney World has many transportation options, so you can choose what’s best for you! Stay up to date with DisneyFoodBlog for the best tips and tricks before your next Disney trip! Staying on property? Check out our favorite Disney resorts so you can have the best vacation yet! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you a fan of the Skyliner? Let us know in the comments!The post I Didn't Expect the Skyliner to Get This Chaotic in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog.View the full article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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