Journey of Water featuring Moana coming to Epcot

[Bob Harlem]

Been analyzing the Concept art more, it reminds me a lot of the Volcano Bay entrance, for what it's worth. (Water features included) Still think it's going to be a glorified splash pad, but pretty nice, but probably better suited to the Polynesian entrance/lobby instead of the statue it had now after the remodel.

 

[DisneyDreamer08]

Reading through all this wondering if it will be a beautiful, educational water themed walk through OR a splash pad and I’m thinking UGH please don’t let it be a splash pad! My kids either get soaked in their clothes and are uncomfortable for hours or, I have to go through the hassle of changing them, re changing them, reapplying sunscreen, carrying around wet clothes... then I think, wait a minute, when this opens in 7 years, my kids will be teenagers! Problem solved

 

[Sirwalterraleigh]

You must have missed Spain was mothballed and Australia was only fanboi wishing then (and an independent third party trying drum up some attention in 2007)

You really should pay more attention

I call them “the three amigos” of internet fanboy nonsense

 

[MrMcDuck]

If it were an interactive, educational, creative water garden/maze/whatever that was truly just "inspired by Moana" in the way that word used to be used, I wouldn't be that concerned, but given the park blog's use of "based on" and recent history, it's likely that Moana and Co. will be all over this thing in some form.

Edit: Moana is a fantastic film. For me, it isn't the quality of any film or the popularity of any particular IP that worries me, but rather it's the forcing of IP and the desire to change the entire nature of Epcot that are the concerns.

 

[George]

I call them “the three amigos” of internet fanboy nonsense

I agree with a fair bit of what you say, even though it can be over the top. However, this is one of the most unbelievable things I've ever read.

 

[Sirwalterraleigh]

I agree with a fair bit of what you say, even though it can be over the top. However, this is one of the most unbelievable things I've ever read.

Por que, Jorge?

 

[NormC]

To me this sounds like a themed version of the jumping fountains at Imagination. With the placement near the Land and the Seas, I don't think this is necessarily a bad idea. It will all come down to execution.

Exactly! A nicely landscaped version with a Moana theme.

 

[eddie104]

I hope we get more details on this Sunday.

 

[Mouse3268]

Watching the video that was posted by Attractions Magazine, "inspired" appears the be the key word.

 

[WDW Pro]

Kudos to Disney in regards to leaks . I had absolutely zero information on this prior to its reveal. Looking forward to learning more.

 

[mwils8]

To me this sounds like a themed version of the jumping fountains at Imagination. With the placement near the Land and the Seas, I don't think this is necessarily a bad idea. It will all come down to execution.

This was exactly my thought, and if that's what it is, I like it - those jumping fountains were some of my and my siblings' favorite things growing up. Guessing/hoping we'll get the Te Fiti rockwork and some instrumental Moana music in the background, and that'll be it in terms of the Moana elements. Given that the poster says "inspired by Moana", I have to imagine it'll be a light touch and Moana is mainly being used to advertise it. Hopefully.

 

[nickys]

Kudos to Disney in regards to leaks . I had absolutely zero information on this prior to its reveal. Looking forward to learning more.

So because you didn’t know of it, no one else did?

Maybe you should take a look at the thread I linked to above.

 

[marni1971]

I call them “the three amigos” of internet fanboy nonsense

One of them was.

 

[marni1971]

It was The end of Innoventions thread I think. That progressed to the fact this was a completely new feature, separate to FoN, which would be refurbed / replaced but in the same location. Which the concept art supports in this article:

Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Shares First of Many Exciting Announcements to Be Unveiled at D23 Expo 2019

As many of you know, this weekend’s D23 Expo 2019 will showcase dozens of exclusive reveals and announcements for Disney parks and resorts across the globe. And to kick things off, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Bob Chapek shared

disneyparks.disney.go.com

@marni1971 raised some hopes that FoN wouldn’t actually be demolished but simply revamped. Link:

Rumor - Is the End of Innoventions Near?

There is a proposal for a fountain feature where the existing one is. This may be the same or a replacement. If the proposal becomes reality, I'll be happy. At this point, I'll take any victory. Especially if it's in addition to the other water feature being added. Overall, it sounds good...

forums.wdwmagic.com

In the concept art, “FoN” is certainly uncluttered with no sign of a stage and paraphernalia surrounding it. I’m keeping fingers crossed.

I now believe they may be sinking it. Literally.

 

[MrPromey]

That’s not the lesson/takeaway

So.... do mess with Maui when he's on the break-away?

 

[danlb_2000]

Kudos to Disney in regards to leaks . I had absolutely zero information on this prior to its reveal. Looking forward to learning more.

You may not have had the info, but it was leaked here a couple months ago.

 

[nickys]

I now believe they may be sinking it. Literally.

So that it sits below ground level and you see it kind of from above?

 

[marni1971]

So that it sits below ground level and you see it kind of from above?

Could be. There may a bit of digging to be done, which may or not relate to the redundant West utilidor. And grade changes.

 

[RadiatorSpringsRacer]

I now believe they may be sinking it. Literally.

Well, obviously this means it's turning into a Dove-sponsored pavilion about the importance of washing your hands! Just like the bus drivers told me!

 

[Sirwalterraleigh]

One of them was.

None are built...but I tend to be a realist