Epcot Changing FastPass+ Tiers in January, Disney World Changes Plans for Star Wars Experiences, and More

Epcot Changing FastPass+ Tiers in January:

With Soarin' closing for refurbishment and the very soon closing of Captain EO, Walt Disney World has announced changes to its FastPass+ tiers beginning in January. Epcot uses 2 tiers for its Fastpass+ attractions, with its changes in January Mission Space Green and Orange will be added to Tier 1 of the offerings. Here is the new complete list:

Tier 1:

• Illuminations: Reflections of Earth
• Mission: SPACE Green
• Mission: SPACE Orange
• Test Track
• Living with the Land

Tier 2:

• Journey Into Imagination with Figment
• Spaceship Earth
• The Seas with Nemo & Friends
• Turtle Talk with Crush
• Epcot Character Spot

Disney World Changes Plans for Star Wars Experiences:

New experiences for Star Wars at Hollywood Studios beginning December 1 but Seasons of the Force was suppose to begin in January. Disney World is changing things up and saying that it just won't be a seasonal offering and will be offered daily. Beginning January 5, here is what is planned to begin.

Symphony in the Stars: A Galactic Spectacular:

Starting Jan. 5, 2016, guests will be treated to a spectacular finish to their visit to the park involving a dazzling Star Wars-themed fireworks show set to memorable Star Wars music from throughout the saga.

Also a dessert party will be offered during the fireworks show offering themed foods, specialty drinks, and a souvenir Chewbacca stein.

Galactic Food:

Guests can experience Star Wars through their palates. Various novelty items and specialty foods inspired by a galaxy far, far away, such as Blue Milk Panna Cotta, Padawan Limeade, BB-8 Lemon and Butter Cream cupcake and a Han Solo Souvenir Kid’s Meal served in a Han Solo-themed bucket, will be available at various locations inside Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Stormtrooper Patrol:

Like recently in Disneyland, Stormtroopers of the First Order will patrol around various areas of Hollywood Studios and interact with guests as they try to find members of the resistance. 

New Holiday Pin Series Gift Cards Coming to Disney Parks:

Last year, Holiday Pin Series Gift Cards were released in Walt Disney World and Disneyland. This year a new set has been released with four different designs with our favorite characters Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Pluto.

The gift cards can be purchased for $75 each come with a special trading pin. This year's design of the pins are shaped like gift boxes that represent iconic elements of each of the characters. Disney Gift Cards can be used at Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Disney Cruise Line, Adventures by Disney, Club Penguin, Disney PhotoPass, Disney Store locations in the US, and on DisneyStore.com.