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WDW Resorts Reopening timeline

Piscines au Disney's Riviera Resort | Walt Disney World Resort
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Written by: James Williams


It seems like we are getting more news every day, so hopefully we will have all of the answers we need before long! Today, Disney released the list of what resorts will be opening first. Here is the official Disney statement.

As we continue the phased reopening of Walt Disney World Resort, we are excited to welcome Guests back to Disney Vacation Club resorts and Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, beginning June 22. This includes:

  • Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort 
  • Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge 
  • Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
  • Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village
  • Disney’s Beach Club Villas
  • Disney’s BoardWalk Villas
  • Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground
  • Disney’s Old Key West Resort
  • Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows 
  • Disney’s Riviera Resort 
  • Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort
  • The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa.

As we open these hotels, we are taking a measured and deliberate approach to implement a number of health and safety measures based on guidance from various governmental authorities and health agencies. 

We also got the schedule for more resorts to open.  Please remember, that due to the situation, this list is subject to change!


  • July 10 – Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas - Jambo House, Disney’s Pop Century Resort, Disney’s Contemporary Resort
  • July 29 – Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
  • Aug. 12 – Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
  • Aug. 24 – Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts
  • Sept. 21 – Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
  • Oct. 1 – Disney’s BoardWalk Resort
  • Oct. 14 – Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort

If you are affected by this announcement, you can contact Disney Monday June 22, 2020 to request help in modifying your reservation.

Another reminder, 2021 bookings will become available on Wednesday June 24, 2020!  Contact your Magic of Mickey Travel Professional today to get on their V.I.P. list to get your trip booked ASAP!

If you have any questions, please feel free to email us at mouseearsnewsblog@gmail.com

Don't forget, if you are ready to plan your next Disney Destination Vacation, visit our dear O'hana at Magic of Mickey Travel and fill out their free quote request form.

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