Universal is making big inroads for this family who loves Disney. For the first time ever, we are staying our entire trip on Universal's property and not a Disney hotel. THAT should say something.
^^^ This imagineering concept art was a photo I took decades ago when it was out in front of the Carousel building. So glad I did! I've seen it on so many sites. It just makes me smile.
It's a good thing Tiana is part of the ride's name. That way everyone knows its her at the beginning regardless of how old/young she looks or what she's wearing. ;)
I'll go on the record saying I prefer her princess look.
I say its no wonder that Tony Baxter left the project after Carmen Smith (or whoever is directing the project) turned Tiana's Bayou Adventure into "Tiana's Business Venture".