Disney Skyliner riders at Walt Disney World may want to keep a few practical habits in mind before and during a gondola trip. The aerial transportation system links EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios with Disney’s Pop Century Resort, Art of Animation Resort, Caribbean Beach Resort and Riviera Resort.
The Skyliner opened in September 2019 and uses enclosed gondolas suspended from cables, unlike Disney’s buses, boats and monorails. Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort is the system’s transfer hub, while the EPCOT station is at International Gateway between the United Kingdom and France pavilions in World Showcase.
Because cabins continue moving slowly through stations as guests board and exit, they may not be thoroughly cleaned between every party. Riders should take their trash and belongings with them when leaving, including food containers, drink cups, toys and other items that may have fallen from seats.
Passengers are also advised to stay seated for the trip. Gondolas have bench seating and can sway at times, particularly as weather conditions change. Moving around, standing on benches or sitting on the floor can make the ride less comfortable for others sharing the cabin.
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Finally, guests who are uneasy with heights may want to weigh whether the Skyliner is the right fit for them. The gondolas travel over roads, waterways and trees, and passengers must remain inside if the system pauses. Depending on the resort and destination, buses or watercraft may be available, though direct bus service from Skyliner resorts to EPCOT or Disney’s Hollywood Studios is not necessarily offered while the gondolas are operating. Driving or using rideshare services are other ground-based options.
