Happy Holidays, Cynthia!
I'm absolutely thrilled to welcome you back to planDisney! And I think this moment definitely calls for a celebration, because your adventure to the Most Magical Place on Earth begins TOMORROW! How exciting is that?! The countdown is officially over, and the magic is just about to begin! As if that weren't exciting enough, it looks like you'll also be ringing in the New Year at Walt Disney World! There's truly no better place to welcome what's next.
Okay, let's go ahead and jump right into your question so you can get back to the very important task of deciding how many Minnie ears to pack (spoiler alert: there's no such thing as too many)!
It looks like you'll be enjoying a split-stay between
Art of Animation Resort and
Bay Lake Tower...what a fantastic choice! I'm a big fan of split-stays because they really feel like two vacations rolled into one, giving you the chance to explore different resort theming, amenities, and locations all in one trip.
As a fellow coffee lover, I completely understand why knowing the in-room coffee setup is important! To help you plan ahead: at Art of Animation, your room will be equipped with a Cuisinart single-serve coffee maker, perfect for a quick cup before heading to the parks. Over at Bay Lake Tower, you'll find a full coffee pot, which is great if you prefer brewing multiple cups or enjoying a leisurely morning with coffee in hand.
As a friendly reminder, transferring your luggage from Art of Animation to Bay Lake Tower is a quick and hassle-free process. On the morning you check out of Art of Animation, bring your luggage to
Bell Services, and let them know you'll be moving to Bay Lake Tower. They'll be happy to take care of transferring your bags for you. Later in the day, you can stop by Bell Services at Bay Lake Tower once your room is ready.
If you're hoping to catch some New Year's fireworks, you have
several options to choose from. On December 30th, Fantasy in the Sky Fireworks will light up the night at
Magic Kingdom, with shows scheduled for 7:30 PM and 11:50 PM.
Then, on New Year's Eve, December 31st, the celebration expands even more. At Magic Kingdom, Fantasy in the Sky Fireworks will once again be presented at 7:30 PM and 11:50 PM. Over at
EPCOT, you can ring in the New Year with Cheers to the New Year: A Sparkling Celebration at 11:54 PM. And at
Hollywood Studios, the night wraps up with New Year Countdown Fireworks at 11:57 PM.
Cynthia, I hope you have an absolutely wonderful New Year's trip filled with magic and unforgettable memories. Thank you so much for trusting us with your Disney planning questions...it's always a pleasure to help. We're here anytime you need us!
Cheers to 2026,
Kami