Walt Disney World Closing A Resort
They put a lot of effort into it, but sadly, one of the more than 21 resorts at Walt Disney World will close later this year. In fact, it was never like one of their other resorts.
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(Photo by Octavio Jones/Getty Images)They put a lot of effort into it, but sadly, one of the more than 21 Walt Disney World resorts will close later this year. In fact, it was never like one of their other resorts.
The Walt Disney World Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser is an adventure that can't be compared to staying in a resort hotel. It was created to be an immersive experience for the fan of the "Star Wars" universe.
Back in 2021, we told you that the resort was not cheap. The cabins began at $1,209 per person per night in a two-night stay. That was a total in excess of $4,800. Three in a cabin cost over $5,200 and a cabin with four could be close to $6,000 for the two-night stay.
The Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser began offering deals to Disney Vacation Club members, and later for Walt Disney World annual passholders. Now we've received word that the end is near for this very special experience.
On the Walt Disney World website, there was an update posted. It explained that the end is coming soon for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser. The "final voyage" will be September 28-30, 2023. For those whose bookings were beyond that date, they will be contacted by Disney cast members to change their plans.
Here's what the experience at Walt Disney World's Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser is like:
[Source: Disney.com]
2023 EPCOT Food & Wine Concert Series Lineup
This July, Disney's EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival returns for 2023. That also signals the return of the Eat to the Beat Concert Series. Here's the lineup of artists for the 2023 season.
One of the most popular activities at EPCOT is eating and drinking. Each season, the International Food & Wine Festival expands its offerings with foods and drinks from around the world. This year, the event runs from July 27 to November 18, 2023. They also host a concert series at the American Pavilion on the America Gardens Theatre.
The concerts are free, but to get the best seating, you can get one of their dining packages. This is who you can go see in concert at EPCOT at the 2023 Eat to the Beat Concert Series:
July 28-29 – Orianthi
New to the Eat to the Beat Concert Series, Orianthi is an Australian singer/guitarist.
July 30-31 – for KING & COUNTRY
Another new act at the Eat to the Beat Concert Series is for KING & COUNTRY, a Christian pop duo from Nashville.
Aug. 4-5 – Southern Avenue
A Memphis blues band, Southern Avenue formed in 2015.
Aug. 6-7 – Tiffany
The legendary Tiffany (that's how she was introduced in the past at Epcot...) still has it.
Aug. 11-12 – Ruben Studdard with Haley Reinhart
Ruben Studdard became a star in 2002 when he was named the winner of American Idol. Haley Reinhart placed third in the 10th season of American Idol.
Aug. 13-14 – TBA
To Be Announced
Aug. 18-21 – Joey Fatone & Friends
Aug. 25-26 – Ayron Jones
Another new act for 2023 is Ayron Jones from Seattle. He hit #1 on the Billboard Rock Chart in 2020 with "Mercy".
Aug. 27-28 – Phillip Phillips
Another American Idol alum, Phillips was crowned champion in the 11th season.
Sept. 1-2 – Baha Men
Best known for "Who Let The Dogs Out," the Baha Men also had a hit with a cover of "Dancing in the Moonlight."
Sept. 3-4 – MercyMe
Contemporary Christian band MercyMe struck gold, or rather 5x platinum, with "I Can Only Imagine."
Sept. 8-9 – Ray Parker Jr.
Sept. 10-11 – TobyMac
Christian hip-hop/rock singer TobyMac has entertained EPCOT crowds before.
Sept. 16-17 – Raul Acosta and Oro Solido
New for 2023
Sept. 18 - Latin Celebrity Talent
(TBA)
Sept. 22-24 – Los Amigos Invisibles
Sept. 25-26 – 98 °
Sept. 29 – Oct. 2 – Boyz II Men
This isn't Boyz II Men's first trip to Disney. This handout photo shows Boyz II Men members (L-R) Wanya Morris, Nathan Morris and Shawn Stockman joining Mickey Mouse on stage at Walt Disney World Resort to commemorate the release of the R&B vocal group's 20th anniversary album, entitled "Twenty", in 2011. The celebration took place at Epcot after the R&B group performed at the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival's "Eat to the Beat" concert series. (Photo by Gene Duncan/Disney Parks via Getty Images)
Oct. 6-7 – Mark Wills
Oct. 8-9 – Sugar Ray
Oct. 13-14 – Hoobastank
Oct. 15-16 – Air Supply
Oct. 20-21 – Taylor Dayne
Taylor had a run of hits such as "Tell It to My Heart", "Prove Your Love", "I'll Always Love You", "Don't Rush Me", "With Every Beat of My Heart" and "Love Will Lead You Back," Not too shabby!
Oct. 22-23 – Billy Ocean
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Oct. 27-30 – Hanson
Nov. 3-4 – We The Kings
Contemporary Christian band We The Kings are from Bradenton, Florida. This is their first time performing in the Eat To The Beat Concert Series.
Nov. 5-6 – Sheila E.
Known for being a percussionist with Prince, Sheila E. was also successful on her own.
Nov. 10-11 – Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
With a revival of swing a few years back, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy has had feet moving at their live shows since 1989. The had one charting single, "You & Me & the Bottle Makes 3 Tonight (Baby)," but every one of their songs can get you moving.
