Disney confirms Star Wars-inspired resort, TRON roller coaster (and more)
ANAHEIM, Calif. -- Walt Disney Parks and Resorts made several announcements for Walt Disney World and Disneyland during the D23 Expo in Anaheim on Saturday.
Disney unveiled plans for a Star Wars-themed resort as part of the "Disney 360" experimental vacation concept. The resort will allow guests to completely immerse in the Star Wars story during their stay.
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“From the second you arrive, you will become a part of a Star Wars story," said Bob Chapek, chairman of Walt Disney Parks & Resorts. "You’ll immediately become a citizen of the galaxy and experience all that entails, including dressing up in the proper attire. Once you leave Earth, you will discover a starship alive with characters, stories, and adventures that unfold all around you."
The resort's opening date was not announced.
Chapek also announced a new TRON roller coaster coming to Magic Kingdom. The attraction will be located near the existing Space Mountain attraction and will allow guests to "board a train of two-wheeled Lightcycles."
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The attraction, a clone of the popular Shanghai Disneyland ride, is expected to open prior to Disney World’s 50th anniversary in 2021.
Also announced at the D23 Expo on Saturday:
"We have ambitious plans for our parks and resorts around the world,” said Chapek. “We’re investing in the guest experience like never before."