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Top 10 Latest Additions at Disney World

Top 10 Latest Additions at Disney World

If you haven’t treated the family to Walt Disney World Resort during the past few years and visited its four world-class theme parks – Disney’s Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney-MGM Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom – check out all of the great new Disney attractions you’ve been missing:

1. Expedition Everest – Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Opened in the spring of 2006, Expedition Everest has already evolved into one of the must-see attractions at Disney World. A high-speed train adventure, Expedition Everest combines roller coaster-like thrills with a fun-filled theme that includes a face-to-face encounter with the terrifying abominable snowman!

2. Soarin’ – Epcot

A “high-flying adventure” that can be found at The Land Pavilion in Future World, Soarin’ features state-of-the-art technology that allows you to take a bird’s-eye view of famous California sites such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Yosemite National Park, Napa Valley, Redwood Forest and Disneyland.

3. Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show – Disney-MGM Studios

A high-octane adventure, Lights, Motors, Action! features a behind-the-scenes view of how incredible stunts are executed in big-budget action movies. The spectacular, action-filled show boasts high-flying cars, motorcycles, watercraft and amazing pyrotechnics.

4. Capt. Jack Sparrow joins Pirates of the Caribbean – Disney’s Magic Kingdom

In conjunction with the 2006 release of Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men’s Chest, the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction at Disney’s Magic Kingdom was renovated to add several characters from the movie such as Capt. Jack Sparrow and his nemesis, Hector Barbossa.

5. The Seas with Nemo & Friends – Epcot

The Seas with Nemo & Friends Pavilion (formerly The Living Seas Pavilion) boasts a 5.7-million-gallon saltwater aquarium and numerous interactive exhibits, as well as The Sea with Nemo & Friends, a fun-filled ride aboard a “clamobile”, where kids can visit all of their favorite Finding Nemo characters such as Nemo, Dory, Marlin and Crush.

6. Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor Comedy Club – Disney’s Magic Kingdom

Join “Monster of Ceremonies” Mike Wazowski and other characters from Monstropolis at this unique comedy club that relies entirely on audience interaction. Inspired by the hit animated movie, Monsters, Inc., the Laugh Floor Comedy Club provides fun and laughs for the whole family!

7. Crush ‘n’ Gusher – Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon

Experience a “gravity-defying” adventure on one of the three Crush ‘n’ Gusher water roller coasters – Banana Blaster, Coconut Crusher and Pineapple Plunger! Riders speed down the coasters aboard inflatable rafts with a multitude of twists and turns along the journey.

8. Disney’s Pirate & Princess Party – Disney’s Magic Kingdom

Disney’s Pirate & Princess Party is an after-hours event that made its debut in January 2007 and will return for select nights from August 11 to September 3, 2007. The festivities include Disney’s Enchanted Adventures Parade and the “Magic, Music and Mayhem” fireworks display.

9. Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique – Downtown Disney

Within the World of Disney Store in the heart of Downtown Disney lies the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, a “magical salon” that offers princess makeovers by “Fairy Godmothers-in-Training.”

10. Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant – Downtown Disney

One popular addition to Pleasure Island in Downtown Disney is Raglan Road, a lively Irish pub that boasts authentic Irish cuisine and four bars, as well as live Irish music and dance nightly.

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