Disney World News Roundup - May 2026!

Time to talk Disney News! We run through a ton of Disney World news, from 2027 booking windows and dining offers, to brand-new resorts and major refurbishments. Along the way, we share what we saw firsthand on the monorail loop and debate which upcoming lands will feel truly game-changing.We discuss: • 2027 Walt Disney World vacation packages• Disney Lakeshore Lodge progress, theming and why the lazy river has us SUPER excited• Grand Floridian lobby refresh, The Perch bar and the return of afternoon tea• Polynesian DVC tower impressions and why Wailulu Bar and Grill surprised us• Hollywood Studios construction momentum for Monstropolis and the Monsters Inc Door Coaster• Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party timing, pricing reality and who should still do it• Big Thunder Mountain Railroad updates, smoother ride hopes and the new 38-inch height rule• Animation Courtyard reopening highlights including the indoor Alice playground• Typhoon Lagoon H2O Glow Nights and what makes it a smart add-on• Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster re-theme to the Muppets• Small updates we oddly care about, including hotel pump soap and Pop Century lobby changes• Listener questions on Villains Land, Emperor’s New Groove rumors and what we’re most hyped forPlease go follow us over on our Welcome to Disneyville Instagram because we're pretty active over there!If you guys leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, it helps us so much!Book your next trip to Disney with Tyler's expert travel agents from People Mover Travel by your side! Watch the pod on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@disneyvillepodcastFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/disneyvillepodcast/Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/disneyvillepodcastCheck out our website: www.welcometodisneyville.comShop our MERCH: https://www.welcometodisneyville.com/shopWant to get to know Tyler and Jessica even more? Check out their YouTube channels!Jessica’s Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@itsjessicabraunTyler’s Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@tylertravelstvAre you thinking of planning a Disney vacation? Tyler’s amazing team of travel agents can help!  Visit the People Mover Travel website to learn how!  Get a free quote from People Mover Travel: https://www.peoplemovertravel.com