PODCAST Ep. 60: 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 for Please 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! Shop DISNEYVILLE Merch: https://www.welcometodisneyville.com/shop Welcome, Citizens of Disneyville! Please be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! 💓 Episode # 60 ➡️ Check Out Our BLOG for in-depth Disney articles: https://www.welcometodisneyville.com/disneyville-blog 🎥 New to the Podcast? Start with our fave episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLlgTADD2XfmI6nl_e3Smq2m33KzIyYtu&si=p-No4xbUjdO5dtlm 💫 Join the Disneyville family: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/disneyvillepodcast/ Our Blog / Website: https://www.welcometodisneyville.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/disneyvillepodcast Book your next trip through People Mover Travel (Tyler’s Travel Agency): https://www.peoplemovertravel.com/ ✨ Planning a trip to a Disney Park or Disney Cruise soon? Have Tyler’s agency People Mover Travel book your trip for you (for free!) and save you the time of getting those hard-to-get dining reservations, and ensuring you’re getting the best deal on your trip! Start planning your magical trip to Disney here: https://www.peoplemovertravel.com/ 👂Prefer to listen to the podcast? Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-disneyville-podcast/id1671228035 Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/51b0MScjyWjiVPRyLCGE3j?si=fffb9b4db02045a0 ▶️ Follow our other Youtube channels for more content: Tyler’s Channel (Travel & Vlogs): https://www.youtube.com/tylertravelstv Jessica’s Channel (Vlogs, Makeup, Lifestyle): https://www.youtube.com/@itsjessicabraun 🔗 Equipment we use (affiliate links): Camera - Sony FX3: https://amzn.to/4iuHYkx Lens - Sony 16 - 35mm: https://amzn.to/3NufcES Microphones - Shure SM7B: https://amzn.to/3AS0AYG Headphones: https://amzn.to/42mtkH8 Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/4mSCgeQ Lighting for Background: https://amzn.to/3Vq7UEg 🎶 Original Theme Song, "Disneyville Ditty" Composed and Performed by Tyler Braun ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 02:19 - 2027 Walt Disney World Vacation Packages & Special Offers 04:20 - Lakeshore Lodge 11:50 - Renovated Grand Floridian Lobby 14:18 - New Wailulu Restaurant at Polynesian 18:13 - Monstropolis 20:30 - Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 21:40 - Big Thunder Mountain Railroad 26:45 - Magic of Animation Courtyard 29:50 - H2O Glow Nights 31:50 - Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Starring the Muppets 35:45 - Bite Sized News Bits 43:00 - Listener Feedback 52:20 - Review FTC Disclaimer: Any links above marked "affiliate links" means we may make a small commission if you purchase anything after clicking those links. Thank you for supporting our channel if you choose to do so! :) #disneyparks #disneyworld #wdw #disneynews