UNHAPPY: Disney World fans fume as theme park closes three iconic attractions

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From NY Post: Disney World fans are fuming after the theme park announced the closure of three of its most iconic attractions: Rivers of America, Tom Sawyer Island and the Liberty Square Riverboat.

The beloved destinations are set to shutter on July 7 to make way for Piston Peak National Park— a new attraction based on the Disney and Pixar “Cars” universe.

“Imagine an awe-inspiring wilderness filled with towering trees, snowcapped mountains, breathtaking waterfalls, roaring rivers and impressive geysers,” the Disney Parks Blog enthused in a post promoting Piston Peak.

“While fictional, Piston Peak is inspired by the Rocky Mountain area and the history and iconic sights of the American Frontier and its national parks.”

Many people with plans to visit Disney World don’t want to lose the other three attractions, however.

“Canceling my trip in October and sadly, will never visit that park again,” one X user posted dramatically.

“Iger, Josh and Jeff saw Epic and said BLOW UP A THIRD OF MK We can’t deal with it,” another user posted.

“Unfortunately, I don’t think you’ll be back again. Thanks for the memories.”

“I am heartbroken at the loss of Tom Sawyer Island,” another X user wrote. “This is the WORST decision ever.”

“Walt’s Rivers of America transports you to something ideal in American values of exploration, adventure, history, and scenery. A true park within a park,” another Disney vacationer chimed. “This is a HUGE mistake from Disney. Cartoon Cars will never last the test of time.”

“This very stupid decision is the nail in the coffin for that Disney Park,” another user wrote. “That’s it. I’m done. Never returning. If they hate they’re own Parks so much why would I ever pay to visit?”

Other Disney fans were in hopeful about the change.

“Man I hate we’re losing the riverboat, TSI, and the 1971 feel to the area but I almost don’t hate it because it looks fun. I wish it was an expansion rather than a retheme of the area..” a user opined.

“I love the look of this, but still don’t like losing ROA,” wrote another. “However this looks like there giving it as much attention as radiator springs received when it opened. Giving Grizzly Peak vibes in the best way.”

“I love the look of this, but still don’t like losing ROA. However this looks like there giving it as much attention as radiator springs received when it opened,” wrote a hopeful X user. “Giving Grizzly Peak vibes in the best way.”

“NGL, I don’t hate this,” wrote another. “They’re clearly aiming to keep at least a solid portion of the River. Hope the boat still has a place, but it’s at least a partial compromise I can accept if the result is good.“

Here’s a look at what could be coming:

The information listed is from NYPost.com.


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