Disney Announces Guest Rule Changes, New Closures, and Major Discounts

Disney transportation got a shakeup this week along with a first look at new Disney Parks expansion projects, plus a new crackdown on DVC point rentals. Disney also shared specific new rule and policy changes and major new discounts.

Each week, there is always something new happening, whether that includes ride closures, openings, or other things that could impact your trip! We share a roundup of all of the key Disneyland and Walt Disney World news you missed with these announcements.

You can also check out our roundup of the key news from last week here. Mickey Visit brings you the latest Disney news and planning resources. See the major changes coming to Disney World in April here.

Disneyland Announcements This Week

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First, some big stories across all of Disney that we are following.

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Disney has announced five new roller coasters under construction right now at its theme parks. Read more about all these new roller coasters being built.

Two new ride rules were changed this year and Disney explained to us the reasons for their changes. Learn more about these changes and why they were made.

A brand new Disney Princess character dining experience is opening as part of Disney’s expansion. See more about this new character dining here. 

Disney revealed updates on two new rides based on animated classics. Read more about these new rides here. 

A crackdown is taking place on commercial DVC point renting. Learn more about this crackdown from Disney here. 

There are 16 closures and refurbishments to be aware of in April. Read all the closures and dates here. 

Disney also released a massive merchandise collection for May the 4th. See the new Star Wars collection here. 

A new Disney Aulani discount was just released for summer and fall travel. See the details of this new savings offer for resort stays. 

Now on to Disneyland news from this week that you missed…

There were eight announcements from Disneyland this month that will impact guests. See all the changes from the past month here. 

We also covered the major changes happening at Disneyland in April. Learn about all the changes here.

Disneyland announced the sale date for the Disneyland After Dark Pride Event. Read more about the sale date here. 

Disneyland made 23 menu changes this week along with a menu refresh at popular sit down restaurant. Read more about all the changes here. 

Anaheim hotels gave an update on bus transportation as long time ART transportation option shuts down. Learn more about the response from local Disneyland hotels. 

We also learned even more details about a new Disneyland shuttle for 4 hotels and Toy Story parking lot. Read more about this shuttle details. 

Disneyland made a change to availability for a popular character dining experience. See this new change here.

A restaurant unexpectedly closed for refurbishment this week. Read more about this unplanned closure and reopening.

Disneyland shared news about new resort hotel guest perks rolling out this month. See all the new perks here. 

New offerings were just released at Disneyland for this month only. Read all the new offerings here.

We just got a probable update on four different ride closures happening this spring at Disneyland. See all the updates here.

Disneyland is coming out with a new Monsters Inc popcorn bucket. See this cute new popcorn bucket here. 

Universal Studios Hollywood announced a new dining plan. Learn more about the dining changes happening at this park. 

Walt Disney World Announcements This Week

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Now on to Walt Disney World news from this week that you missed…

Disney World made a change to its bus policy during the busy spring break season. Read more about this new transportation rule change.

A popular sit down Disney World restaurant is debuting new menu items. See all the new menu items here. 

Disney World is testing a new late afternoon ticket type for summer. Learn more about this newest ticket type here. 

A popular discount hotel deal with rates as low as $99 per night has returned. Read more about this newest Disney World hotel deal here. 

A popular Disney World shuttle service is raising their prices. See the new price change and details here. 

Disney World made more than 100 dining changes including a menu refresh at a popular lounge. Learn more about all the new changes here. 

New perks are coming this summer for Disney World annual passholders. Read about all the perks here. 

We took a look at all the details about the new Disney World villains land. See all the details we know so far. 

A former Disney World piano bar has now announced a new location after being closed for a year. Learn more about this new spot and the upcoming changes. 

Girls Crew is expanding their Disney Parks collection with the popular Disney World items selling out fast. Read more about the upcoming sale dates and new items.

The above photo is from Minnie Mouse meeting Magic Key Annual Pass Holders at a special Disney California Adventure pass holder event earlier this year. I never had a chance to share the photo. It is her vintage look from the opening of the park.

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About Lindsay Brookshier

Lindsay Brookshier has been recognized as a Disney expert since 2017 and has been featured by outlets including CNBC, SFGate, NerdWallet, and Visit Anaheim. She holds a Master’s degree in English and visits Disneyland, Walt Disney World, Universal Studios Hollywood, and Universal Orlando multiple times each year, giving her first hand insight into park operations, seasonal trends, crowd patterns, and touring strategies.

Her experience also extends to Disney Cruise Line, where she has sailed on every class of ship, visited both of Disney’s private islands, and participated in specialty sailings such as Marvel Day at Sea and Very MerryTime cruises. This depth of travel allows her to provide practical, data informed travel guidance across Disney Parks, Disney Cruise Line, Universal theme parks, and related destinations.

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Lindsay comes from a lifelong Disney family and has been visiting Disneyland since the 1990s. She is currently planning a Disney Cruise Line wedding and her favorite ride is the Haunted Mansion.

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