DISNEYLAND Paris is undergoing a huge new expansion and I was one of the lucky few to get an exclusive behind-the-scenes preview.
The theme parks' Walt Studios Park land won’t just be receiving a new name, but an entirely new identity.
, and Up are part of the new expansion that will see the inspired theme park double in size.
As part of my sneak peek, I journeyed into what will soon be the lush Parisian gardens of Adventure Way.
Across from the newly installed Adventure Bay I was drawn to something that I’ve only seen in movies – the Kingdom of Arendelle.
Opening next year, towering above the picturesque will be The North Mountain.
Just like in the movie, the mountain will become the home of Elsa’s Ice Palace, though at the moment this has yet to be installed.
Elsa may have used magic and a song to create her palace, but
Disneyland has hundreds ofworking right now to bring it all to life.
When the World of Frozen opens in 2026 so too will the ‘Frozen Ever After' boat ride, with the current banging of hammers replaced with choruses of “Let it Go”; as we experience the tale of
Announced last year, Disney Adventure World will host the very first land based on the The Lion King too.
Sat next to World of Frozen, the 37-metre-high ‘Pride Rock' will reign across the skyline.
The land will house a new water attraction where guests will see Simba’s journey from cub to lion.
The entrance of Disney Adventure World is also receiving a makeover where you’ll attend your very own movie premiere.
During my preview, I got to see exactly what will greet guests when
World Premiere opens its doors on May 15.
A brightly coloured neon cinema sign draws guests to the end of a inspired boulevard.
The design was influenced by the famous El Capitan and acts as the gateway to Adventure Way and beyond!
World Premiere is also home to themed shops and a beautiful dining terrace, all set against a evening backdrop (and watch out for shooting stars as you grab a
bit to eat next to the ).
The new Adventure Way won’t just be a path to the World of Frozen, as the area will be home to two new rides.
The ‘Raiponce Tangled Spin' will be a reimagined teacup ride, bringing to life the iconic floating lantern scene from Tangled.
Up will also receive its own attraction, with a ride based upon a flying carousel.
Unlike the action-packed areas of Campus and Land, Adventure Way will offer guests a more relaxed space to enjoy the atmosphere of the beautifully designed park.
With a new soundtrack and twinkling light, guests are encouraged to take a break from saving the world with and appreciate the lake views from The Regal View Restaurant and Lounge.
Adventure Bay lake itself has been designed to give a 360-degree view of a brand new nighttime spectacular, with water, light displays, fireworks and even drones.
The transformation of the resort isn’t limited to Disney Adventure World, with the shopping and dining district of Disney Village currently receiving a huge modernisation makeover too.
Even the Disneyland Paris are getting a refresh.
The Disney Davy Crockett Ranch and Disney’s Sequoia Lodge are the latest hotels about to receive an update after the recent crowd-pleasing changes to Disney Hotel – The Art of and the flagship Disneyland Hotel.
Just like Elsa, the magical powers of are getting bigger and I can’t wait for 2026 when I can switch out my hard hat for Minnie Mouse ears.
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