If you own a vacation home near Disney World, you probably keep tabs on major events and new attractions, but 2025 has some hidden gems in the pipeline that could make your property even more attractive to renters and buyers.

Here’s what most vacation home owners don’t know yet, but absolutely should.

🏰 1. Secret Expansion: “Beyond Big Thunder Mountain” is Coming

Disney officially confirmed a major expansion at Magic Kingdom, rumored to be the largest ever at the park. While still under wraps, insiders report:

• Themed lands beyond Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

• Possibly Coco, Encanto, and even a Villains area

• Concept art already in motion, with early construction activity spotted in 2024

🧠 Why this matters to you:
Buyers and renters LOVE “what’s coming next.” Properties within 20 minutes of Magic Kingdom could see an uptick in demand and value over the next 1–3 years. Now is a great time to market your home as a future-focused investment.

🌐 2. The Return of the Disney Dining Plan Is Driving Longer Stays

The Dining Plan returned in 2024, but in 2025, Disney is testing enhancements to let guests pre-book entire themed food tours inside each park.

✅ This means:

• Longer guest stays (guests book for dining experiences too)

• Higher nightly booking rates in nearby vacation rentals

• More multi-generational families staying together

🚠 3. Skyliner Expansion Rumors Are Heating Up

While not officially confirmed, multiple permits suggest the Disney Skyliner gondola system may be expanding to new resorts and even closer to off-site neighborhoods.

🧠 If your vacation home is near these potential expansions, now is the time to highlight proximity to transport in your listings or marketing materials.

🏡 What You Can Do Now as a Vacation Homeowner

If you’re renting:

• Refresh your listings with phrases like "Minutes to Magic Kingdom’s coming expansion" or "Perfect for foodies booking the new Disney Dining Plan"

• Highlight proximity to new projects, dining areas, or transportation links

If you're considering selling:

• 2025 could be the sweet spot before construction is complete, sell with a forward-looking marketing angle:
  "This home is positioned to benefit from the Magic Kingdom expansion coming in 2026."

As always, Vacay & Co Real Estate is on the pulse of Disney development news and how it impacts vacation home values.

📲 Ready to Position Your Home for the Next Wave?

Let’s chat about how you can make the most of these updates, whether you’re staying in the game or thinking of selling for top dollar.

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