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Walt Disney World Parks: The Basics

Are you planning a trip to Walt Disney World? Or just want to learn more about the parks and don't know where to start? Disney Darling breaks down the basics for you! Disneyland vs. Walt Disney World Disneyland and Disney World are two different parks, located on opposite sides of the country. As mentioned in this post , it is a common misconception that Disneyland and Disney World are the same thing.  Disneyland is the first Disney theme park ever, opening in 1955. It is located in Anaheim, California, near Los Angeles.  Disneyland has two different parks: Disneyland Park (with the castle), and Disney's California Adventure (or DCA). Disneyland also has three hotels and the Downtown Disney shopping district.  Walt Disney World is located in Bay Lake, Florida, near Orlando. It opened in 1971, after Walt's passing. Walt Disney World has 4 different theme parks, 2 water parks, 28 hotels, and the Disney Springs shopping district.  There are quite a few more differences, but lo
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Disney Darling is a site dedicated to helping others have an amazing visit to Walt Disney World. There are several articles here to give you information, secrets, and tips. If 2017 is your first time visiting Walt Disney World, check out some tips. You can also click here for tips on how to save a dollar (or a hundred) while at the parks. For even more tips, check out the WDW page located at the top of the screen.  
Disney Springs
The transition from Downtown Disney to Disney Springs is almost completed. There will be a few new additions to the shopping district this year.
There will be several new dining options opening this year. The Polite Pig, a locally owned restaurant will open in spring. It will serve grilled items and plenty of alcohol.  Wine Bar George is another spot to open soon. The highly anticipated Planet Hollywood Observatory will finally open this year.

 It has been rumored that Disney Quest will close soon. Word was that it was supposed to close early 2016. But it remains up and running into 2017.

Characters in Flight, the hot air balloon ride, takes off for the sky in a new design this January.

Resorts
Wilderness Lodge will open a new area for Disney Vacation Club Members. Copper Creek will feature deluxe villas and cabins. Wilderness Lodge will also be adding a new restaurant and a zero-entry pool. 

 Those looking to save money on their 2017 Walt Disney World trip may want to look into the 2017 Magic Your Way package. This deal offers all the benefits of an onsite resort guest as well as several discounts at Disney Springs. There are also dining plan options.

Water Parks
A new ride, Miss Fortune Falls, will open in Typhoon Lagoon this spring. It is a raft ride that is themed around treasure hunting. Typhoon Lagoon will be opening for its season on March 11, 2017. Until then, Blizzard Beach is open. But it will close if temperatures drop too low this winter, so always check before you go. 

 Animal Kingdom
Animal Kingdom will have the most exciting 2017 out of any of the four parks. A new light and water show, Rivers of Light is set to open. Exploring the new themed land of Pandora will be the highlight of anyone's trip this summer. This includes two new rides, gift shops and restaurants.  Even though it is already January, the park has already welcomed some new baby animals! Read more about Walt Disney World's best theme park.

EPCOT
Unlike last year, there will be no new rides at EPCOT. Instead, this park is focusing on its festivals. There is a brand new festival taking place at the beginning of the year. Everyone's favorite, Food and Wine Festival, has been extended 2 whole weeks this year. Read more to learn info about the festivals.

Hollywood Studios
Studios' huge expansion of Star Wars Land and Toy Story Land are rumored to open this year, but it might not actually happen. Click here to find out how Studios is helping Star Wars fans cope until then.

Magic Kingdom
The biggest change to happen at MK this year is how it will open to guests each day. New shows and procedures will take place. Click here to find out how the park opening will change. 

 
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