Welcome to planDisney Patti!
Although Disney's Magical Express is now a memory, be ready for all kinds of magic, classic and new, waiting for you when you arrive at Walt Disney World. My favorite "new" is
Disney Enchantment at the
Magic Kingdom. This fireworks, projections, and music spectacular is the icing on the cake after a day of fun. My favorite "classic" is still zipping around on
Disney monorails and hearing that awesome message "Please stand clear of the doors!"
But first we need to get you from the airport to your resort! For the transportation most like Magical Express, you can book Mears. Their pick-up location is where you are accustomed to going on BSide, level 1. You can book online directly with Mears on their website, just have your flight and resort information handy when booking. With this service, you know exact pricing.
There are also car services such as Lyft or Uber. I have used Uber several times from the airport and have found it to be quick and easy. Just have the app on your phone so you can get a car quickly. Another option is to go old school taxi! Taxis can be found at ground level transportation. Prices will vary with traffic and surge. Numerous other shuttle and limo options are available if you search online.
My preferred option is Uber. A car is usually available within a few minutes, I do not have to share with anyone, and I head straight to my resort without any other stops. The cost is within the ballpark of booking Mears, but this can vary based on your day and time of arrival.
Wishing my fellow "Disney loving friend" the most magical vacation ever!
Cathy