A project is currently underway that will nearly double the size of Fantasylandยฎ, the largest expansion in Magic Kingdomยฎ history. Scheduled to open in phases beginning in late 2012, the new Fantasylandยฎ will immerse guests in their favorite stories as never before. Among the highlights planned:
Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid
A major, all-new attraction during which guests will travel with Ariel and her friends through their exciting adventures above and below the waves โ all against a musical backdrop of songs from the classic film.
The Castle of the Beast and Belle’s Village
The Beast’s castle stands majestically upon a hill just across an old stone bridge from Arielโs new home. The Be Our Guest Restaurant will feature a lavish dining experience in the elegant ballroom, gallery, and mysterious West Wing of the castle. With seating for 550, this magnificent facility will offer counter service by day and full table service dining in the evening. Nearby in Belle’s Village, guests will find the rousing Gastonโs Tavern and Bonjour! Village Gifts.
Just outside the village is Belleโs cottage and Enchanted Tales with Belle. The adventure begins in Mauriceโs workshop, where a magical mirror is the doorway to a captivating new kind of storytelling experience. Guests are transported to the Beastโs library to meet Belle and Lumiere, and share in a lively, interactive, re-telling of the โtale as old as time.โ
But thatโs just the beginning of what guests will discover when the multi-phase project is completed. Hereโs more of whatโs in store:
The Seven Dwarfs Mine Train
Hop on board a mine train that will take guests on a rollicking, musical ride into the mine โwhere a million diamonds shine.โ The coaster will feature a first-of-its kind ride system with a train of ride vehicles that swing back and forth, responding to every twist and turn of the track. The journey will be accompanied by music from the classic Disney film and animated figures of Snow White and the Dwarfs. (Click photo to see the new coaster.)
Princess Fairytale Hall
Join Aurora, Cinderella and other Disney princesses, such as Tiana and Rapunzel, will greet guests in their new home, an elegant royal court on the site where Snow Whiteโs Scary Adventures stands today.
Dumbo the Flying Elephant
The sound of the calliope will lead guests to the brand new Storybook Circus and not one but two circling carousels of airborne pachyderms on Dumbo the Flying Elephant. Before taking to the skies on this Fantasylandยฎ favorite, guests can experience an array of fun-filled family games and interactive wonders for kids of all ages inside the Big Top.
The Great Goofini
Next door in Storybook Circus, the classic Goofy’s Barnstormer (currently in Mickey’s Toontownยฎ Fair) gets a bright new look as well, featuring Goofy as The Great Goofini. Itโs a twisting, turning roller coaster โflightโ high above the circus fun.
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