D23 2015

Every year Disney has an Expo where they will present what's new and upcoming. At D23 2015 it did not disappoint. Here are some of the exciting announcements made:

Toy Story Land coming to Hollywood Studios. A new 11 acre expansion will be all things we love about Buzz, Woody and the rest of the beloved toy gang. What we've learned so far is that you will be shrunk to the size of the toys in Andy's backyard and one new ride will be Slinky Dog's roller coaster. No completion dates have been given at this time.

Star Wars Land is coming to both Disneyland and Disney World Resorts. This will be the largest themed expansion adding an additional 14 acres to the parks. You can start seeing new Star Wars debuting in the next few months starting with Star Wars Launch Bay. An interactive experience bringing guests into the new movie Star Wars: The Force Awakens. During Star Wars Weekend in May 2016 even more surprises will be in store including Hollywood Studios fireworks featuring classic Star Wars music, as well as themed merchandise, entertainment, food and drinks. Disneyland will also see special features including Space Mountain being transformed to Hyperpace Mountain with new effects and music.

In 2016 Soarin' gets a facelift at both Disney California Adventure and Epcot with Soarin’ Around the World. Not only will the epic flight simulator attraction ride change with scenery but also improved sound and picture quality.

If Disneyland Hong Kong is on your agenda you will be excited to hear that the Iron Man Experience is coming. This feature will lead you through the history and technology of Stark dynasty featured in the movies. The theme will be similar to the technology expo that is featured in the first Iron Man movie. It's sure to be a wild ride!

In the next few years you will see a change coming to Disney's Animal Kingdom to expand into the evening hours. If you aren't aware Pandora, from the Avatar movie, is coming to Animal Kingdom set to open in 2017. The magical nighttime lights seen in the movie will be represented in a nighttime spectacular. For the park that once closed at 6 p.m. this is just the beginning of a whole new evening experience. Next spring you'll be able to experience Kilimanjaro Safaris in perpetual dusk with new animals, African wild dogs and hyenas. Rivers of Light, a new over the water show similar to Fantasmic and Illuminations, will amaze guests with cascading water, dancing fountains, live performers, and amazing projections.

We're looking forward to all the new and exciting features coming to Disney in the new few years.

Angela Wilson - Archer Luxury Travel