Disney Vacation Club Welcomes Guests to First New Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort

13.07.2024 - 11:44 / breakingtravelnews.com / Mickey Mouse

Today, Disney Vacation Club celebrated the opening of the first phase of new cabins at The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort – A Disney Vacation Club Resort. Nestled in the woodlands of the Walt Disney World Resort, the cabins are a relaxing retreat where guests of all ages can enjoy many of the comforts of home blended with the joys of staying in the great outdoors.

“The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort are nestled right in the heart of such a beloved resort and will be the perfect place for our Disney Vacation Club Members to create new vacation memories,” said Bill Diercksen, senior vice president and general manager, Disney Vacation Club. “Providing families with new ways to experience the magic of Disney is at the core of everything we do, and we cannot wait to welcome our Members and Walt Disney World Resort guests to this special property.”

The 17th Disney Vacation Club property was commemorated with a fun-filled celebration in Pioneer Hall at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. Diercksen reflected on the locale’s vibrant history, followed by a special entertainment moment inspired by the Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue.

The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort will continue to open in phases throughout the year and will consist of more than 350 new cabins. The cabins are part of a collection of improvement projects underway at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground to enhance the overall guest experience.

Inside The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort
Walt Disney Imagineers have drawn inspiration from the cabins’ peaceful surroundings, infusing a touch of Disney whimsy to create unique accommodations dedicated to preserving the resort’s heritage.

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Floor to ceiling glass windows bring the beauty of the outdoors into each cabin, while charming original artwork adorns the interior. Each cabin features nods to the resort’s early days as well some familiar faces, including Mickey Mouse, Pluto and the dynamic chipmunk duo, Chip and Dale.

Each one-bedroom cabin comfortably sleeps up to six guests and includes a main bedroom, bathroom, fully equipped kitchen, living area, dining area and outdoor patio. Elevated just-like-home comforts make each stay as one-of-a-kind as it gets. Dog-friendly cabins are also available for those looking to bring along their furry friend.

In addition to offering experiences and features that Members expect from Disney Vacation Club, the cabins were built with an eye toward sustainability in support of The Walt Disney Company’s environmental goals. Through an innovative process developed in collaboration with two Florida businesses, each cabin was produced with less than one percent metal waste and was constructed in a