Frontierland makeover

[whylightbulb]

I believe I've brought this up before but this major project is looking more likely. Expect a major new attraction as part of the makeover that will be much like WRE with a twist. That's where things stand now and the plan is to begin construction after Snow White ride opens next year.

 

[afar28]

Thats exciting if it is true. Fronteirland could use it, although Tomorrowland or Adventureland could use it more. What about Carsland? You are the one who first posted about it coming. Is it still on the table?

 

[whylightbulb]

Thats exciting if it is true. Fronteirland could use it, although Tomorrowland or Adventureland could use it more. What about Carsland? You are the one who first posted about it coming. Is it still on the table?

Yes Carsland is still very real and active.

 

[FrankLapidus]

If this happens how much might it affect the two mountains in Frontierland? Will Splash finally get the improvements it needs or will they both be left pretty much as they are?

 

[PUSH]

That would be great. Any info on where the ride would go?

 

[td1129]

The mine coaster is opening next year now?

 

[SirLink]

I trust you @whylightbulb but why not fix the hot mess as Tommorrow Land?

 

[MerlinTheGoat]

Is Tony Baxter supposed to be involved? M.rudolf recently posted that Tony was supposed to be involved in a new Magic Kingdom project. Would make a lot of sense if WRE actually happened. I sure hope it does. I also hope that it's a ride with a lot of physical sets and animatronics.

If this happens how much might it affect the two mountains in Frontierland? Will Splash finally get the improvements it needs or will they both be left pretty much as they are?

Aye. And is this supposed to be a real expansion of some sorts (above Big Thunder perhaps), or are they just going to be tearing down existing attractions to build this new one? I'd hate to lose BTM or Splash Mountain in the process..

 

[whylightbulb]

The mine coaster is opening next year now?

well I guess I'm being optimistic that it can open by Christmas 2013.

 

[MerlinTheGoat]

well I guess I'm being optimistic that it can open by Christmas 2013.

I'm guessing it might be possible with soft openings at least. Seems like the latest parts of New Fantasyland ended up opening a bit ahead of schedule at least.

Have I mentioned if you're correct about this Frontierland stuff that i'm incredibly psyched?

 

[afar28]

Yes Carsland is still very real and active.

Thanks for the quick reply

 

[whylightbulb]

I trust you @whylightbulb but why not fix the hot mess as Tommorrow Land?

I completely agree with you but unfortunately it's not our decision. I'm just reporting what I know.

 

[afar28]

Sorry for asking, but what does WRE stand for?

 

[MerlinTheGoat]

Sorry for asking, but what does WRE stand for?

Western River Expedition. The legendary never build Magic Kingdom ride. If you haven't heard of it, I would suggest finding out a bit about it. All indications are that it would have been a great ride. I hope they do build something like it!

 

[SirLink]

I completely agree with you but unfortunately it's not our decision. I'm just reporting what I know.

I know ... I know, but thanks for the info.

 

[neoshinok]

whylightbulb = wdwmagic's greatest asset

 

[lebeau]

Something to be thankful for! Thanks for the info, whylightbulb!

 

[the.dreamfinder]

Sorry for asking, but what does WRE stand for?

http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_River_Expedition
http://www.theneverlandfiles.com/tnf/disneyworld/westernriverexpedition.php
In short, it's pirates in the Wild West. It was a passion project for Imagineer and Nine Old Man Marc Davis that would have been built a couple years after MK opened. Cancelled due to high cost, demand for Pirates, and racist depictions of Native Americans.

 

[Fantasmic]

As long as we don't loose splash, I'm all for it.

 

[wdwfan4ver]

Thanks for the info.