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Big Thunder Mountain: Magic Kingdom Attraction Spotlight
Fast Facts Location: Frontierland, Magic Kingdom Opening Date: November 15, 1980 Height requirement: 40″ Who it’s for: Kids, Teens, Adults Ride Length: 7 minutes Big Thunder Mountain is commonly known as “The Wildest Ride in the Wilderness!” and for good reason. This thrilling outdoor roller coaster is themed to an old gold mining town and also includes a lot of fun details along the way. This coaster has many twists and turns but no loops or huge drops. It makes for a great first real roller coaster ride for kids looking to try out more thrilling rides in the theme parks. Big Thunder Mountain at Magic Kingdom is also very…
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Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along: Epcot Attraction Spotlight
Fast Facts Location: France Pavilion, World Showcase, Epcot Opening Date: January 17, 2020 Height requirement: None Who it’s for: The whole family! Ride Length: 15 minutes Beauty and the Beast fans will love this short sing-along film featured in the France Pavilion. This film opened in 2020 as an addition to the France Pavilion. A new narrative about LeFou and Gaston was created just for this film which is a fun twist for fans of the story to see. The Official Word If you’re interested in the official spiel, here’s how Disney’s site describes the attraction: Lend Us Your Voice Don’t miss this enchanting twist on a timeless tale narrated…
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Big Thunder Mountain Railroad: Attraction Spotlight
Fast Facts Location: Frontierland, Disneyland Opening Date: September 2, 1979 Height requirement: 40″ or taller Who it’s for: Any thrill seekers, but especially gold prospectors Ride Length: 3 minutes Fun Fact: The miniature town at the end of the ride is called Rainbow Ridge and was an original attraction when Disneyland opened. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad (often referred to as “Big Thunder” or just “Thunder”) is one of the “four mountains” of Disneyland. Big Thunder is a thrilling roller coaster themed to a fictional gold rush town. Much like the gold rush towns of the Wild West, there was no gold to be found and now all that is left…
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Beauty and the Beast Live on Stage: Hollywood Studios Attraction Spotlight
Fast Facts Location: Sunset Boulevard, Hollywood Studios Opening Date: November 22, 1991 Height requirement: None Who it’s for: The whole family! Ride Length: 25 minutes Beauty and the Beast Live on Stage is a live stage show in Hollywood Studios that the whole family can enjoy. In 25 minutes they tell the shortened version of the whole story. They feature live actors, fun costumes, and many of the classic songs featured in the movie! The show takes place in an outdoor amphitheater so be sure to arrive early to ensure the best seating for your group. The Official Word If you’re interested in the official spiel, here’s how Disney’s site…
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Pinocchio’s Daring Journey: Attraction Spotlight
Fast Facts Location: Fantasyland, Disneyland Opening Date: May 23, 1983 Height requirement: None Who it’s for: The whole family! Ride Length: 3 minutes Fun Fact: Pinocchio borrows the “Pepper’s Ghost” illusion from the Haunted Mansion for the disappearance of the Blue Fairy at the end of the ride. Pinocchio’s Daring Journey is a “newer” ride in Fantasyland, having been added to the park during the 1983 “New Fantasyland” renovation of the land. This ride is a fantastic addition to the other classic dark rides which have been a part of Fantasyland since Disneyland’s opening day. This ride explores Pinocchio’s adventure as seen in the movie. You’ll visit Stromboli’s wagon, Pleasure…
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The Barnstormer: Magic Kingdom Attraction Spotlight
Fast Facts Location: Fantasyland, Magic Kingdom Opening Date: May 27, 2017 Height requirement: 44″ Who it’s for: Preschoolers, Kids Ride Length: 2 minutes The Barnstormer is a quick and quirky rollercoaster that features Goofy as “The Great Goofini.” On this ride you will see many elements of Goofy and his stunt plane show as the theme. The ride itself is a small roller coaster suitable for small children or those that like small roller coasters. The Official Word If you’re interested in the official spiel, here’s how Disney’s site describes the attraction: Just Plane Fun Make your way to an open-air barn where Goofy—known as The Great Goofini—performs his world-famous…
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Peter Pan’s Flight: Attraction Spotlight
Fast Facts Location: Fantasyland, Disneyland Opening Date: July 17, 1955 Height requirement: None Who it’s for: The whole family! Ride Length: 3 minutes Fun Fact: When it first opened, Peter Pan didn’t appear anywhere in the ride. (No worries though, here’s in there now) Peter Pan’s Flight is another opening day attraction — it’s been in operation just as long as Disneyland has been open! This attraction puts you inside a flying pirate ship — where you follow the Darling children and their new friend Peter Pan thru their adventures in Neverland. Perhaps one of the most iconic scenes in all of Disneyland is flying over the miniature version of…
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Avatar Flight of Passage: Animal Kingdom Attraction Spotlight
Fast Facts Location: Pandora, Animal Kingdom Opening Date: May 27, 2017 Height requirement: 44″ Who it’s for: Kids, Teens, Adults Ride Length: 6 minutes Avatar Flight of Passage is one of the most popular attractions in Animal Kingdom for many reasons. The queue for the attraction has many themed elements that add to the experience of the overall attraction. When you reach the front of the line, you will enter a chamber with 16 people where you load on to your Banshee. You will wear a set of 3D glasses on this attraction while riding on a Banshee over Pandora. This 3D experience movie lasts around 6 minutes and in…
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Astro Orbiter: Magic Kingdom Attraction Spotlight
Fast Facts Location: Tomorrowland, Magic Kingdom Opening Date: February 25, 1995 Height requirement: None Who it’s for: The whole family! Ride Length: 2 minutes Fun Fact: There’s a version of the Astro Orbiter at every other Disney Resort except for Tokyo Disneyland. Unlike the Astro Orbiter at Disneyland, the Magic Kingdom version sits atop a 3 story platform and gives an great view of the park. This classic spinning ride is similar to any other spinning ride and is just about identical to the versions at every other Disney park. Riders have control of the ride vehicles moving up and down while the ride is spinning. The concept for the…
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King Arthur’s Carousel: Attraction Spotlight
Fast Facts Location: Fantasyland, Disneyland Opening Date: July 17, 1955 Height requirement: None Who it’s for: Everyone! Who doesn’t love a carousel?! Ride Length: 3 minutes Fun Fact: Each of the horses has their own name! The attendant has a picture book and can tell you the name of your horse! King Arthur’s Carousel is one of the opening day attractions at Disneyland Park in Anaheim. Believe it or not, this attraction is an acknowledgement to where Walt had the original idea for Disneyland. Walt took his daughters to the Griffith Park carousel in Los Angeles, and while sitting on a park bench watching his daughters, had the idea for…
