Crews Paint Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Exterior During Extended Refurbishment

The exterior refurbishment of Disney’s Wilderness Lodge continues with painting and electrical work. This construction has been underway for several months. Originally announced as a refurbishment of the Copper Creek Villas & Cabins set to wrap up in September 2025, the project now includes the entire resort and is scheduled through late 2026, according to … Read more

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Boat Transportation Returns a Week Early

The boat dock at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge has reopened a week ahead of schedule amid a refurbishment. Guests can once again travel by boat between the resort and Magic Kingdom. Wilderness Lodge Boat Transportation Resumes Boat transportation was originally scheduled to be suspended from January 12 through 30. But on January 23, we noticed boats … Read more

Reminder: Three Walt Disney World Refurbishments Starting January 12

After the conclusion of the 2026 Marathon Weekend, three different refurbishments have started at Walt Disney World. This includes transportation, parking, and a food location in various areas across the Resort. Reshreshment Port Refurbishment As previously reported, Refreshment Port is now listed as closed for refurbishment on the official Walt Disney World Website. With the … Read more

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Has a New Exclusive Merchandise Collection

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge has a new nature-inspired merchandise collection with a Loungefly backpack, ears, mugs, apparel, and more. Loungefly Backpack – $100 This unique Loungefly backpack is made of forest green canvas with brown faux leather accents. The top pleather flap is embossed with Wilderness Lodge logo and secures with two buckled straps with goldtone … Read more

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Debuts Small Chocolate Cabin Instead of Life-Size House

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge has opened their holiday market table with a small chocolate and gingerbread cabin instead of a life-size display. Wilderness Lodge Chocolate Cabin Though Disney Parks Blog initially announced Disney’s Wilderness Lodge would have a gingerbread display, they later changed their post to state, “Additionally, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge will have a market table … Read more

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Decorated for Christmas 2025

Christmas arrived at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge this week with a giant Christmas tree in the lobby and more décor throughout. Although, there will be no gingerbread house at the resort. Wilderness Lodge Christmas Decorations Large wreaths hang on the porte cochere. They are adorned with white ribbons and red flowers. In their centers are sun … Read more

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Boat Transportation to be Temporarily Suspended

Guests ride a boat approaching a themed dock at a Disney park, beneath a blue sky with scattered clouds.

Boat transportation to Disney’s Wilderness Lodge will be temporarily suspended in January 2026 for a refurbishment. Wilderness Lodge Boat Dock Closing Temporarily Disney has posted the following notice about refurbishing the dock from January through early April 2026. Boat transportation will only be suspended from January 12 through 30. From Jan. 12, 2026, through early … Read more

Fogged Forest Window Decals & More Roof Work at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort

Cozy Fort Wilderness Lodge interior with patterned chairs, wood beams overhead, and large windows in the background.

Construction work appears to be wrapping up as proposed end date looms for the Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge refurbishment project. Wilderness Lodge Construction It was announced in November of 2024, that the Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge would undergo refurbishment from mid-May 2025 to September 2025. Although … Read more

Walkways Closed and Windows Covered as Refurbishment Continues at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

Scaffolding stands against Wilderness Lodge under renovation, with construction materials scattered nearby.

Refurbishment work continues on the exterior of the Copper Creek Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, with some paths reopened, others now closed, and several windows covered by plastic. Copper Creek Villas Refurbishment In November of 2024, it was announced that the Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge would undergo refurbishment from mid-May 2025 to … Read more

Wilderness Lodge Lobby Patio Closed During Copper Creek Villas Refurbishment

View through large windows of a worker on a ladder outside, surrounded by construction materials and greenery.

Refurbishment work has expanded on the exterior of the Copper Creek Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. Wilderness Lodge Refurbishment The patio at the back of the lobby is now closed due to construction work. A-frame signs in front of the doors read, “Please Pardon Our Pixie Dust – This Area is Being Refurbished for Our … Read more

EPCOT Bus Stop Expansion Now Complete

A bus decorated with a Cars movie character design is parked near empty metal railings at a covered bus stop.

The EPCOT bus stop expansion, which began earlier this year, is now complete. EPCOT Bus Station Expansion Structural work began on the expansion in May on the station closest to the parking lot and furthest from the park. In mid-July, we reported that the expansion was nearing completion. Now, the station is complete and operational as … Read more