Disney4me Posted 5 hours ago Report Share Posted 5 hours ago Disney World’s Skyliner is temporarily closing early next year, and it’s affecting our hotel choices! Disney Skyliner at Art of Animation and Pop Century Resorts The Disney Skyliner system, first opened in 2019, has become one of the most popular transportation methods at Walt Disney World. The efficient gondola system links the EPCOT and Hollywood Studios theme parks with the Pop Century, Art of Animation, Caribbean Beach, and Riviera resorts. In fact, its presence serves as one of the major perks of those respective resorts… when it’s running. Of the four resorts on the Skyliner loop, it can be argued that Pop Century “gains” the most from its presence. While Pop is one of the most uniquely themed hotels on Disney property – – its focus on mid-20th century kitsch makes it a particular favorite of your humble writer – – it is still at its core a Value resort, with Value-level amenities and rooms. Everything Pop Shopping and Dining Compare that to the other hotels on the loop: Art of Animation, while still technically a Value Resort, features an array of deluxe family suites, Caribbean Beach Resort is sprawling Moderate Tier property, and the Riviera Resort is a luxury Disney Vacation Club property. In other words, Pop Century loses the most perceived value when the Skyliner is closed, which is going to be the case early in 2026. Skyliner Station at Disney Pop Century Resort and Disney’s Art of Animation Resort According to Disney, “from January 25, 2026, through January 31, 2026, Disney Skyliner will be closed for refurbishment. Complimentary bus service will be available.” Inside a Skyliner Gondola During the Skyliner’s refurbishment period, we’ll be skipping Pop Century despite the resort being one of our favorite Disney Hotels, as its arguably biggest perk will be missing. Stay tuned to DFB for more on Disney’s refurbishments and how they’ll affect the rest of the resort. Seriously, WHY Do These 3 Things Even Exist at Disney World?! 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 Would the lack of Skyliner affect which Disney World hotel you book? Let us know in the comments below.The post This MAJOR Closure Is the New Reason I'm Not Staying at Disney's Pop Century Resort in 2026 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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