Refurbishments and Attraction Closures
Magic Kingdom :
20,000 League Under the Sea lagoon most of the area has reopened, featuring corraltype planters and more walkway space. The remainder is transforming into a Hundred Acre Woodthemed children's play area featuring slides, climbing structures, and interactive pop-jet fountains. The area, to be called Pooh's Playful Spot, is expected to open around September 1.
Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress refurbishment of seats and carpeting occurring on a rolling basis; the attraction remains open.
Main Street Railroad Station under refurbishment through December 20. Guests will still be able to board the train at the station, though the entrance and exit may be relocated during the work. The area surrounding the locker rental stand will be inaccessible due to renovations that are rumored to be moving
stroller rentals into that location. The station is also slated to receive new glass, canopies, paint and so forth.
Liberty Square Riverboat will reportedly not be operating due to refurbishment September 1119.
Tomorrowland Indy Speedway will reportedly remain open during a short refurbishment, September 623.
Timekeeper open seasonally.
Jungle Cruise, the Enchanted Tiki Room Under New Management, the Hall of Presidents and the Country Bear Jamboree open at 10 a.m. every day.
Cinderella's Surprise Celebration reportedly returns after the 18-month Happiest Celebration on Earth festivities end.
Epcot:
The Living Seas pavilion, including the popular Turtle Talk with Crush attraction, will be closed for refurbishment from August 21 through late November. Rumors indicate that another new Finding Nemo-based attraction may be added.
Ice Station Cool closed through late this year for refurbishment.
The Wonders of Life pavilion open seasonally. The Pure and Simple eatery and the Well and Goods Limited shop have been removed, while the Body Wars, Cranium Command, and The Making of Me attractions now open when the pavilion is open. The pavilion is currently closed.
DisneyMGM Studios:
No current refurbishments.
Animal Kingdom:
Expedition Everest is scheduled to open in Spring 2006. The likely official opening date is April 22, which is both Earth Day and the park's birthday, but previews may start as early as February 2006.
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