Half of Beach Closed at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort for Refurbishment

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Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort has now closed half of their beach for a weeks-long refurbishment, as we reported last week. Cast Members cleared lounge chairs from the west side of the beach. Guests can still enjoy the lake view from a dock. Green scrim and images of trees block the beach from view. The scrim … Read more

Showtimes and Pricing Released for Return of ‘Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue’

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“Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue” is finally returning to Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort on June 23, with reservations opening on May 26. Showtimes and pricing are now available. Guests are required to pay for their meal and the show ahead of time. The exact price depends on where you choose to sit. Category 1, the main floor, … Read more

Beach at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort Closing May 23 for Weeks-Long Refurbishment

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The beach area of Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground will be closed starting Monday, May 23, 2022, for a refurbishment. The work will take place during daytime hours only, so guests may hear construction noises between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. The refurbishment is expected to be completed, and the beach will reopen to … Read more

PHOTOS: New 50th Anniversary Checkers Tablecloth Game, Magnets & Patch Set Settle Down at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort

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Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground is celebrating its 50th anniversary with unique new merchandise. Guests at the resort can now purchase a checkers game tablecloth and a set with a patch and magnets. Fort Wilderness Checkers Game Tablecloth – $79.99 The tablecloth includes wood slice checkers featuring Chip and Dale. The game area of the … Read more

PHOTOS: New 50th Anniversary Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground Playing Cards Now Available

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Need a new set of cards for your camping trip? Then pick up this new 50th anniversary set now available at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. 50th Anniversary Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground Playing Cards – $14.99 This year also marks the 50th anniversary of Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground. On the front of … Read more

PHOTO: New 50th Anniversary Photo Frame Available at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort

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Guests staying at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground can commemorate their stay with a new photo frame for the resort’s 50th anniversary. 50th Anniversary Fort Wilderness Photo Frame – $29.99 The frame fits a 5″ x 7″ or 4″ x 6″ photo. The back of it resembles a log cabin, with Chip and Dale standing … Read more

Holiday Sleigh Rides Returning to Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort on December 1

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Guests will once again be able to enjoy a horse-drawn “sleigh” ride through the woodlands of Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort starting December 1. The sleigh rides will be available on select nights throughout the month of December. Each carriage fits up to four adults, or two adults and three small children. One trip is 25 … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 10/13/21 (Figment 50th Anniversary Pressed Penny, Fort Wilderness Offers Up Tasty Treats, 50th Vault Merchandise Takes Over Meadow Trading Post, and More)

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Bonjour, Buenos días, Buon giorno, or however you choose to say good morning! Welcome to a beautiful day at Walt Disney World’s EPCOT! Prepare to travel around the world with us and discover all of the latest and greatest happenings. So let’s go ahead and jump in! It seemed like it was shaping up to … Read more

PHOTOS: Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground 50th Anniversary Limited Edition MagicBand and Merchandise Collection

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Hot on the heels of the latest Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary merchandise collection release, the Vault Collection, we have found the first resort-specific line of 50th anniversary merchandise at Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. Limited Edition MagicBand – $44.99 Like other 50th anniversary MagicBands, this one includes the Walt Disney World 50th anniversary slider. … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO, REVIEW: Full Tour of The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground

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We were thrilled to be staying at The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort for a bit of rest and relaxation in between our frequent visit to the Walt Disney World theme parks. Nestled within trees and nature, our cabin was cozy as can be. At Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, guests can choose … Read more

PHOTOS: First Look at Completed New Tri-Circle-D Ranch at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground

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WDWNT’s photographer friend @bioreconstruct took to the sky to show us the newly-completed Tri-Circle-D Ranch, which was rebuilt as an initial part of the expansion ongoing at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground for the upcoming Reflections: A Disney Lakeside Lodge. Imagineers have redesigned the Tri-Circle-D Ranch, which will offer a modern stable and updated … Read more

New Premium Meadow Campsite Category Added to The Campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort

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Guests looking to put down stakes at The Campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort have a new option for a campsite. The Premium Meadow Campsite category has been added to the campground’s booking options. Much like the Premium Campsite, the Premium Meadow Campsite offers room for a larger-style RV, accommodates equipment on a concrete pad … Read more

Hepatitis A Found in Food Service Worker at Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue

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A food service worker at the Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue contracted Hepatitis A, according to a Florida Department of Health report. The case was reported on January 24 and was confirmed by the Department’s epidemiology department. The department has been working with Disney to provide vaccines to Cast members since last week. The vaccination program is still … Read more

What You Don’t Know About Disney World Transportation Shortcuts

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Lines, lines, everywhere there’s lines. After enduring lengthy lines for attractions, characters, meals, and Starbucks, the last thing I need are lines for the buses, Monorails, and trams. Now Walt  Disney World provides a variety of options for getting around property. However, they can be confusing, time consuming, and lots of hurry up and wait. … Read more

Exploring Fort Wilderness and All It Has To Offer

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Walt Disney World offers so many activities outside of the park and one of my favorites is exploring Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. In my opinion, Fort Wilderness is a hidden gem of Walt Disney World. Chip ‘n’ Dale Don’t want to wait in long lines to meet characters? There’s an easy solution! Chip … Read more