Today at D23 Expo in Anaheim, Calif., Bob Chapek, Chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, announced the next planned development for Disney Vacation Club. Which will be an entirely new resort near Epcot called Disney Riviera Resort. Also a new skyway transportation system will connect the new resort to other areas on Walt Disney World property.
“We’re thrilled to announce plans for a new Disney Vacation Club property called Disney Riviera Resort coming to Walt Disney World Resort,” Chapek said. “Our Vacation Club Members are among our most loyal fans. We think that they will love what we have planned. Especially the rooftop restaurant that will offer unbelievable views of nighttime spectaculars at both Epcot and Hollywood Studios.”
In addition, Chapek announced that a whole new transportation system of gondolas is planned. Called the Disney Skyliner, to give guests a never-before-seen birds-eye view of Walt Disney World connecting to the new Disney property, Disney’s Art of Animation, Pop Century and Caribbean Beach resorts with Disney’s Hollywood Studios and the International Gateway at Epcot.
Disney Vacation Club announces: Disney Riviera Resort
Estimated to open in fall 2019. This new resort experience is slated to be the 15th Disney Vacation Club property. With approximately 300 units spread across a variety of accommodation types.
On July 17, Disney Vacation Club will welcome its 14th resort with the opening of Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. Featuring 184 rustically elegant vacation accommodations including Deluxe Studios. One- and two-bedroom Villas, three-bedroom Grand Villas and unique waterfront cabins.
Disney Vacation Club announces: Disney Riviera Resort
Ken Potrock, Senior Vice President & General Manager of Disney Vacation Club, said, “The opening of Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge in just a few days. With the announcement of our next planned development, Disney Riviera Resort, demonstrate the incredible momentum underway at Disney Vacation Club.
