Introducing Fantasy Springs
We have photos and video from the press preview for Tokyo DisneySea's new land. Plus, the rest of the week's theme park news.
Tokyo Disney Resort this week hosted a press preview for its new Fantasy Springs land in Tokyo DisneySea. I did not get to go, but in conjunction with the event, Tokyo Disney owner Oriental Land Co. has released many new photos and on-ride videos of the land's attractions. So let's dive in.
Tokyo Disney heats up Disney's 'Frozen' boat ride: Let's start our look at the stars of Fantasy Springs with the attraction that probably has the most familiar point of comparison for Theme Park Insider readers - Anna and Elsa's Frozen Journey. Disney's third Frozen boat ride plusses the concept once again, beyond what Imagineers accomplished with the recent installation of Frozen Ever After in Hong Kong Disneyland. This Frozen Journey is once again a "book report" retelling of Disney's first "Frozen" animated film, but this time depicted with far more detail than the EPCOT and Hong Kong versions.
Disney offers a new way to fly with Peter Pan in Tokyo: There's a lot that's potentially troublesome in this IP, but the images and video that Disney released suggest that Imagineers delivered an attraction that communicates what so many fans have loved about Pan - a whimsical, escapist fantasy about innocence versus malice. [With video]
Latest numbers from Disney
Disneyland expansion wins final approval from Anaheim: The unanimous vote follows the council's preliminary approval of the DisneylandForward proposal last month.
International theme parks help drive higher income at Disney: Continued improvements at Disney's international theme parks helped drive Disney's Experiences segment to higher revenue and income in the past three months, the company reported this week.
California reports record tourism numbers: California reported record spending by tourists last year, as the Golden State's tourism industry completed its recovery from the pandemic.
New ticket discounts are coming to Disneyland: Disneyland is offering another ticket deal for theme park fans this summer. And this one includes the start of the resort's popular Halloween Time.
Hot take debate - Disney Genie+ should cost more, a lot more: Proposed, for your consideration - Walt Disney World and Disneyland should raise the price of their Disney Genie+ services, perhaps exponentially, in order to improve the customer experience at those resorts.
Coming next
Universal reveals Orlando's Super Nintendo World: Universal Orlando has revealed details about the third land at its upcoming Epic Universe theme park, Super Nintendo World.
Fast & Furious gets ready to 'drift' into Universal Studios Hollywood: Universal Studios Hollywood has confirmed the name and opening year for its new Fast & Furious roller coaster.
An Insider's guide to Disney's new Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point: Disney is just one month away from introducing guests to its next private port of call - Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point. The Disney Cruise Line has shared more details about what guests will find when they visit Lookout Cay.
Disney reveals its 2024 Halloween plans: As part of its 'Halfway to Halloween' celebration, Disney today announced the start dates for Halloween events at Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and other theme parks internationally.
Take a first look inside Disney's new Haunted Mansion bar: The Disney Cruise Line is sharing some fresh looks inside its upcoming Haunted Mansion-themed bar. [With video]
Disneyland Paris expands its fairy tale boat ride: Disneyland Paris is adding a Pixar film to its Fantasyland boat ride through classic fairy tales.
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