Summary
During this year’s D23,Disneyfans got a taste of the new lands and rides coming toWalt Disney Worldover the next decade. D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event is the biggest experience of the year for hardcore Disney fans, and is where the company announces upcoming plans for its franchises and theme parks. This year, Josh D’Amaro, the Disney Experiences Chairman, revealed plans to expand and improve the experience at Walt Disney World.
There have been rumors about potential expansions in the Magic Kingdom park for a while now, especially afterSplash Mountain was recently rethemed as Tiana’s Bayou. Similarly, guests have wondered if hit franchises likeEncantowould get a place in the parks. These rumors and theories were finally answered at D23, and the results promise quite a magical experience for visitors.
There’s some steep competition in the theme park world after Universal announced new additions to its parks earlier this year, so these exciting new announcements reveal how Disney will compete. With seven new attractions across the Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, there are a lot of new experiences coming to Orlando in the coming years.
Magic Kingdom: Villainous New Land And Cars Racing Through Frontierland
Magic Kingdom is finally getting a new land expansion, and forDisney villain fans, it’s a dream come true. In the largest expansion ever for the Magic Kingdom, a new land based on classic villains will be unveiled within the next decade. Not much information about the new area has been revealed, but D’Amaro said it would include two new attractions, along with themed dining and shopping experiences.
More changes are coming to the Magic Kingdom as well. In continued efforts to improve Frontierland, guests will soon be able to visit Radiator Springs with the addition of twoCarsattractions. Guests can look forward to a racing ride, as well as a family-friendly attraction for younger guests to enjoy as well. The new rides being added to the Magic Kingdom seem promising, and more details about the locations and development of the attractions are expected soon.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom: Visiting The Tropical Americas With Encanto And Indiana Jones
The news doesn’t end with the Magic Kingdom. Disney’s Animal Kingdom is receiving its own renovations as well, featuring a new land based on the Tropical Americas. Guests will visit the area through Pueblo Esperanza, a fictional village located in the rainforest. From there, guests can explore a Mayan temple in a new attraction based onIndiana Jones. The ride is an all-new experience, so although otherIndiana Jonesattractions can be found in the parks, it will provide an entirely new adventure for guests.
ForEncantofans, there’s finally a ride in the Disney parks to celebrate the franchise. In Disney’s Animal Kingdom, there will be a ride-through attraction taking guests through Casita the day after Antonio receives his gift. Guests can experience both theEncantoandIndiana Jonesattractions in 2027.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios: Touring The Laugh Factory From Monsters, Inc.
The last expansion planned for Walt Disney World is coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Fans ofMonsters, Inc.can see the franchise come to life through the Laugh Factory, a themedMonsters, Inc.land. The new area also includes a new coaster inside the Laugh Factory, which will be the first suspended coaster ever in a Disney park. This continues to increase the collection ofthrill rides in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, making it a great park for coaster lovers.
Walt Disney World fans have a lot to look forward to over the coming decade, with plans to expand most of the parks. New attractions and experiences will give Disney a chance to compete withUniversal’s promised Epic Universe, and fans are looking forward to watching how both theme parks evolve over the coming years.
