What's Changed at Walt Disney World in 2022

What's Changed at Walt Disney World for 2022?

EVERYTHING! From changes in transportation, services and the the pay to ride service, here are all the ways WDW is different right now.

2022 Changes

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Disney Genie + & Lightning Lane

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Paying for airport Transportation

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Parking & resort fees

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50th Anniversary Plans

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EPCOT Park Construction

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New Rides & Restaurants

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What's Changed at Walt Disney World for 2022?

2022 Changes

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Disney Genie + & Lightning Lane

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Paying for airport Transportation

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Parking & resort fees

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50th Anniversary Plans

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EPCOT Park Construction

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New Rides & Restaurants

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