{"id":1268,"date":"2023-09-09T13:59:23","date_gmt":"2023-09-09T18:59:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.mousewatcher.com\/?p=1268"},"modified":"2023-09-09T13:59:23","modified_gmt":"2023-09-09T18:59:23","slug":"big-disney-parks-news-from-destination-d23","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mousewatcher.com\/blog\/big-disney-parks-news-from-destination-d23\/","title":{"rendered":"Big Disney Parks News From Destination D23"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Destination D23 kicked off this morning \u201cA Celebration of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There were tons of updates and announcements about what’s coming to Disney Parks around the world over the next year and we’ve collected them all, right here!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starting with our own back yard…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Magic Kingdom Updates and Additions:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Hatbox Ghost joins the Happy Haunts at the Haunted Mansion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Starting with a seasonally appropriate announcement – Hatbox Ghost is coming to the Haunted Mansion attraction in Florida in late November! Hatbox Ghost will be materializing in the Haunted Mansion as you pass the attraction\u2019s Endless Hallway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Brand New Pirates of the Caribbean-Themed Lounge<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A new Pirates of the Caribbean-themed lounge is coming to Adventureland at Magic Kingdom Park in Florida. This first-of-its-kind experience will extend the story of Pirates of the Caribbean. Imagineers are in the design process now and more details are coming in the future. I would expect a rum heavy menu though.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Brand New Act for the Country Bears<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Country Bear Jamboree is getting new songs and the bears will be performing a new act in 2024! When the show debuts, the bears will be reinterpreting favorite Disney songs in different genres of country music. Imagineers are envisioning the new experience as a homage to the classic musical revues in Nashville and they\u2019re working with Nashville musicians to get the authentic country sound.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Country Bear Jamboree will still have the fun and friendly tone fans enjoy with the same famous characters like the loveable Trixie, Big Al and others.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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EPCOT Updates and Additions:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

New EPCOT Fireworks Show<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A new nighttime spectacular called \u201cLuminous The Symphony of Us\u201d will debut at EPCOT on Dec. 5, 2023! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cLuminous The Symphony of Us\u201d will feature fireworks, fountains, lasers, lighting effects and music and continue Disney\u2019s long tradition of amazing nighttime entertainment at the park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Moana Makes Her Mark on EPCOT<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana will open on Oct. 16, 2023!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Journey of Water is a new walk-through experience located within World Nature \u2013 the EPCOT neighborhood dedicated to understanding and preserving the beauty and balance of the natural world. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, on Oct. 16 \u2013 Moana will arrive in World Nature and make her first appearance in her own dedicated space near Journey of Water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Figment Meet & Greet Announced<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Fan-favorite Figment will begin greeting guests at EPCOT on Sept. 10! Beginning tomorrow, the iconic purple dragon will be at the Imagination Pavilion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Test Track to be Reimagined<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Imagineers along with teams from corporate alliance partner Chevrolet are reaching back into history for inspiration \u2013 from the original World of Motion \u2013 and bringing that spirit of optimism to the next iteration of Test Track!  More to come in the future.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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World Celebration Neighborhood Opening this December\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

At EPCOT, the World Celebration neighborhood will begin welcoming guests this December!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

World Celebration will unite the front of the park, tying together the other two new EPCOT neighborhoods, World Discovery and World Nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The completion of the last of the park\u2019s three neighborhoods will be the latest major milestone multi-year transformation of EPCOT.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Animal Kingdom Updates and Additions:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Encanto is Moving in to Dinoland U.S.A.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Imagineering is planning to reimagine Dinoland U.S.A. at Disney\u2019s Animal Kingdom into a new land \u2013 inspired by a region sometimes referred to as \u201ctropical Americas.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As part of their research, Imagineers are looking at some of the most biodiverse areas on the planet in the regions just north and south of the equator here in the Western Hemisphere \u2013 the northern part of South America, stretching up into Central America.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

New experiences inspired by \u201cEncanto\u201d \u2013 the Academy Award winning Walt Disney Animation Studios film \u2013 and the fan-favorite adventurer Indiana Jones are being considered for the reimagined land at Disney\u2019s Animal Kingdom!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Imagineers say there\u2019s a long way to go and a lot more to discover but Imagineering teams in Florida are up for the challenge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Zootopia Attraction Coming to the Tree of Life<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A new show based on \u201cZootopia\u201d is being created for the Tree of Life theater at Disney\u2019s Animal Kingdom!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This will replace the It’s Tough to be a Bug! 3D film and live show. The current concept for the new \u201cZootopia\u201d experience has guests visiting the different biomes you only glimpse in the film, traveling along with Judy Hopps, Nick Wilde and other characters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Imagineers are currently finalizing the concept and more details will be coming in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Disneyland<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

New World Jumping Attraction Coming to Avengers Campus<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

At Disney California Adventure Park, a new world-jumping vehicle is coming to the next attraction in Avengers Campus to help transport Super Heroes into the Multiverse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brent Strong, executive creative director at Walt Disney Imagineering, is sharing an early peek at the ride vehicle featuring a design that combines elements of Tony Stark\u2019s time-suits with Xandarian jump points and Wakandan technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More details on this high-tech vehicle that\u2019ll travel to new worlds are coming in the future!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Star Tours Attraction Updates<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Ahsoka will become part of our popular Star Tours attraction at Disney\u2019s Hollywood Studios in Florida, Disneyland Park in California and Disneyland Paris \u2013 beginning next spring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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International Parks<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Hong Kong Disneyland Updates and Additions:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

World of Frozen Sneak Peak<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

World of Frozen \u2013 inspired by Walt Disney Animation Studios\u2019 stunning films \u2013 will blend Arendelle with the park\u2019s natural surroundings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Tokyo Disney Resort Updates and Additions:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

New Port Fantasy Springs Set to Open in 2024<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A new look at what\u2019s coming to Fantasy Springs at Tokyo Disney Resort is being shared!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The eighth themed port of Tokyo DisneySea will feature Rapunzel\u2019s Forest, Peter Pan\u2019s Never Land and Frozen Kingdom \u2013 all inspired by the Walt Disney Animation Studios Films.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fantasy Springs is scheduled to open in 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Disneyland Paris Updates and Additions:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Walt Disney Studios Park set to become \u201cFrozen\u201d Themed Land<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Imagineers shared a special peek at what\u2019s to come at Disneyland Paris.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Paris, Imagineers and teams are busy transforming Walt Disney Studios Park. The resort\u2019s future \u201cFrozen\u201d-themed land that\u2019ll highlight the kingdom of Anna and Elsa is taking shape and just a part of an exciting transformation. Keep checking the Disney Parks Blog for more details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Shanghai Disney Resort Updates and Additions:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Zootopia Themed Land Sneak Peak<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We have details on all the new experiences coming to the land from Zootopia: Hot Pursuit, a brand-new attraction and unique entertainment to merchandise and fully Zootopified food and beverage experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get ready to become a rookie police officer at the Zootopia Police Department (ZPD)! Set after the Walt Disney Animation Studios film\u2019s timeline, residents of Zootopia are gearing up for a big concert celebrating Zootopia Day featuring Gazelle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Enjoy a sweet yet tart paw-shaped Disney Zootopia popsicle, as seen in the Walt Disney Animation Studios film, grab a Chocolate Marshmallow to fuel your park adventures, or try Officer Clawhauser\u2019s favorite donuts!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Catch a glimpse of many of your favorite characters, including Fru Fru and her father Mr. Big, along with Koslov the polar bear, Flash the sloth, Yax the yak, Duke Weaselton the weasel, and even the Hopps family who appear to interact amongst themselves (and sometimes even with you!) throughout the day from the windows of Zootopia\u2019s beautifully iconic buildings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll also be able to take a selfie with Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde at the Zootopia Recruitment Station. Who wouldn\u2019t want a photo with this fun duo?!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Disney Cruise Line Updates and Additions:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

First Southeast Asia Sea Disney Cruise Announced<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Disney Adventure\u00a0is the name of Disney Cruise Line\u2019s newest ship. Disney Adventure is the seventh ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet and work is currently underway in Germany.\u00a0 It\u2019ll be the first Disney ship to sail from Singapore and throughout Southeast Asia and feature the Disney service, storytelling and entertainment everyone knows and loves.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Right now, there are three new ships in development along with Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point \u2013 a brand new island destination!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Disney teams are collaborating with talented artists and cultural advisors in the Bahamas to shape an experience that celebrates the natural beauty, traditions and artistry of the one-of-a-kind nation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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