For whatever reason(s), some changes have been made (no more Pixie Hollow).
The new news:
"The largest expansion in Magic Kingdom Park history is under way, a project that will nearly double the size of Fantasyland. Scheduled to open in phases beginning in late 2012, the new Fantasyland will immerse guests in Disney stories as never before."
Among the planned highlights:
* Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid:
A major attraction featuring an Omnimover motion system on which Guests will travel with Ariel and her friends.
* The Castle of the Beast:
Feature: the Be Our Guest Restaurant with seating for 550, will offer counter service by day and full (and pricier) table service dining in the evening.
Nearby in Belle's Village, will be Gaston's Tavern (a small eatery) and Bonjour! Village Gifts (for your purchasing pleasure).
* Maurice's Workshop:
Guests will be transported via a magical mirror to the Beast's library to meet Belle and Lumiere, and will share in an interactive retelling of the "tale as old as time."
* The Seven Dwarfs Mine Train:
Guests will take a rollicking, musical ride into the mine "where a million diamonds shine." The coaster will feature a first-of-its kind ride system.
* Princess Fairytale Hall:
A royal court on the site where Snow White's Scary Adventures stands today. Disney princesses Aurora, Cinderella, Tiana, Rapunzel and others will greet guests.
(Uh oh, no more SWSA?? Stand by for the Save SWSA petitions!)
* Storybook Circus:
Not one but two circling carousels of airborne pachyderms on Dumbo the Flying Elephant (Double Dumbos!!). Guests can also experience an array of family games and interactive wonders for kids of all ages (hey, are you talkin' to ME??) inside the big top.
* the Barnstormer will get a new look as well, featuring Goofy as The Great Goofini.
Artist Rendering: Walt Disney Co / Orlando Attractions Magazine
Take THAT, Harry Potter!
