==== The Alternate History Timeline: What if Disney's Animal Kingdom had more attractions Part 4: The Beginning of the 2010's and the start of a new era of Animal Kingdom 2009-2015==== 2010
2010: It's now 2010 the first year of the 2010's Animal Kingdom enters it's 12th year of operations as major changes and construction are underway in the park that will bring an exciting new Australia/New Zealand themed area to the park which will lead to increased attendance and profits for Animal Kingdom when it opens on the 15th anniversary 3 years from now but until then Animal Kingdom will continue to see success in part thanks to the Tundra's of the World themed area and the continued economic recovery of the world economy from the 2008 economic crisis which has helped attendance and profits increase at Disney Parks around the world including at Animal Kingdom which will help continue major investments in the park along with the rest of Walt Disney World and it's four theme parks making them prepared to compete with Universal Orlando well into the 2010's and 2020's this will ensure the Parks including Animal Kingdom continue to expand and become even greater for many years and decades ahead. The changes for Animal Kingdom in 2010 are the addition of a Joffery's Coffee Stand in Tundra's of the World, The Boneyard updates it's exhibits, Fossil Excavator Carts gets updated ride systems and refreshed special effects, Pizzafari adds breakfast, Dragon Fire Grill updates it's menu, Ole Village Tavern updates it's menu, Fantasia Gardens River tours gets updated show and ride system tech, Tusker House closes for a major refresh, Planet Watch adds a new exhibit, Wildlife Express gets eco friendly train upgrades, Flights of Wonder gets show updates, UP characters begin Meet'n'greets on Discovery Island near the pathway connecting Beastly Kingdom, Countdown to Extinction updates it's pre-show film screens, Expedition Everest gets updated special effects, It's tough to be a bug closes after 12 years to make way for Disney Nature Journey coming in 2011 and work begins on Wild Africa Trek coming in late 2011. Beyond the new changes and additions to Animal Kingdom for 2010 are the continuing work on the 900 million dollar Australia and Wonders of New Zealand themed area coming in 3 years in addition work begins on Disney Nature Journey and Wild Africa Trek both opening in 2011 plus prep for the nighttime version of Kilimanjaro Safari's and planning begins for new nighttime entertainment all those major developments for Animal Kingdom will ensure the park continues to expand and become even greater over time which is possible thanks to continued increased investments at Disney Parks and Resorts around the world especially in Florida right as Universal Orlando experiences a huge success of the Wizarding World that officially begins a new era of expansion, attendance growth and increased profits for both Universal Orlando and Disney World but in this Alternate History Timeline Disney World is better prepared to compete and stay ahead of Universal by expanding the resort especially at it's Four Theme Parks including Animal Kingdom park which will benefit the park by bringing new exciting expansions, attractions and experiences that will continue to make it even more greater in the years and decades ahead. === Disney's Animal Kingdom 2010 Lineup=====
====The Oasis====
1. The Oasis Trails: Animal exhibit trails
==== Discovery Island ====
2. Tree of Life Gardens: Animal exhibits/garden area
3. Discovery Island Trails: Animal exhibits/walkthrough experience
4. Disney Nature Journey coming in 2011
5. Adventurer's Outpost: Character meet'n'greet experience
6. Discovery River Boats: 22 minute Guided boat ride tour
====Beastly Kingdom====
7. Fantasia Gardens River Tours: 9 Minute Fantasia themed boat ride
8. Quest of the Unicorn: Interactive Walkthrough Maze Experience
9. Flying Mythical Creatures: 2 minute Spinner ride
10. Ole Europa Nature Trails: Animal walking trail experience
11. Dragon Tower/FP: 6 minute Indoor/Outdoor launched Dark ride coaster
==== Africa====
12. Festival of the Lion King/FP: 25 minute Musical Stage Show
13. Kilimanjaro Safari's/FP: 24 minute Safari Ride
14. Gorilla Falls Exploration Trails: Animal exhibits walkthrough experience
15. Wildlife Express: 15 minute train ride with 2 Stations
==== Planet Watch ====
16. Conversation Station: Conversation and Animal Care Educational exhibit/walkthrough experience
17. Affection Section: Animal Petting Zoo Experience
18. Animals of the World Carousel: 3 minute Animal Conversation themed Carousel
==== Asia====
19. Flights of Wonder: 25 minute Bird Show
20. Kali River Rapids/FP: 5 minute River Raft Ride
21. Maharajah Jungle Trek: Animal exhibits walkthrough experience
22. Expedition Everest/Fp: 2 minute and 50 second Coaster ride
==== Tundra's of the World ====
23. Snow Mobile Academy: 3 minute Indoor Snow mobile track ride
24. Research Balloon Flyers: 2 minute Indoor Flyer ride
25. Tundra's of the World Research Base and Cave: Indoor Interactive Walkthrough/Play Area experience
26. Wild Tundra: Indoor Animal exhibits walkthrough experience
27. The Kingdom of Penguins: Indoor Penguin exhibits walkthrough experience
==== Dinoland U.S.A ====
28. The Boneyard: Interactive Walkthrough/Play Area Experience
29. Fossil Evcavator Carts: 4 minute Coaster ride
30. Cretaceous Trails: Walkthrough/ Exhibit Experience
31. Dino Fossil Labs: Educational Exhibit Experience
32. The Dinoland Aviary: Bird Aviary/Exhibit Experience
33. Countdown to Extinction/FP: 5 minute EMV Dark Ride
24 Shops
21 Restaurants
15 Entertainment Experiences
15 Restroom areas
==== The Alternate History Timeline: What if Disney's Animal Kingdom had more attractions Part 4: The Beginning of the 2010's and the start of a new era of Animal Kingdom 2009-2015==== 2011
2011: It's now 2011 Animal Kingdom is 2 years away from it's 15th anniversary as it continues to evolve with smaller additions for the park this year and next year to get the park ready for it's biggest expansion yet which is the highly immersive Australia and Wonders of New Zealand themed area slated to open during the 15th anniversary of the park where it will be a huge success leading to increased attendance and profits for the park and Disney World as Universal Orlando continues to ride the success of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter by beginning increased investment and expansion plans for the rest of the decade but thankfully in this Alternate History Timeline Disney's increased theme park investments and expansions have helped pr epare them to compete with Universal especially in Florida where 2012-2019 will see new attractions and expansions every year copying Universal's growth and expansion this is all possible thanks to the leadership of Parks President Tom Staggs and Bob Iger who have increased investments at all Disney Parks and Resorts worldwide especially at the flagship resort Walt Disney World including in Animal Kingdom which will see more exciting additions and expansions lead by Joe Rhode that ensure the park is even more greater then it was on opening day for years to come. The Changes and additions for Animal Kingdom in 2011 are the opening of The Wild Africa Trek upcharge guided animal Safari experience with adventure activities, animal experiences, private jeep ride, savannah viewing area and food/drink offerings, Tusker House re-opens as a table service buffet restaurant with character dining, All quick service restaurants update their menus, Kali River Rapids gets a full refresh of it's ride system and show elements, Discovery Island adds a new character Carl from Up joining the rest of the Up characters, Planet Watch gets updated exhibits and the Earth Day opening of Disney Nature Journey a 17 minute 3-D Film experience about the beauty and life of Earth and why we need to care for our planet featuring a narration by James Earl Jones in addition the tree of life theater has been updated for this new film with new show lighting systems, digital audio systems, digital projection systems, new Special effects, refreshed theater areas, 5 minute pre-show experience about Disney Nature's message, upgraded seating and a new 270 degree film screen this new film brings a new experience inside the tree of life theater that is more fitting to the messages and themes of Animal Kingdom. Beyond the new changes and additions for Animal Kingdom in 2011 is continuing work on the Australia and Wonders of New Zealand themed area which started Vertical construction on October-1st-2010 in addition the lineup of attractions, experiences, shops, restaurants and entertainment for the Australia and Wonders of New Zealand themed area is shared at the 2nd Annual D23 Expo along with details about the nighttime Safari, the announcement of a new daytime parade for Animal Kingdom, the announcement of new animals for the safari and the announcement of a Planet Watch update project all those new developments for Animal Kingdom are happening because of continued increased investments and expansions of all Disney Parks and Resorts worldwide by Parks President Tom Staggs and CEO Bob Iger in response to increased attendance and profits at the parks in addition to competing with Universal Parks around the world especially in Florida where the hugely successful Wizarding World continues to drive record attendance and profit growth for Universal Orlando that has started an era of rapid growth and expansion for Universal that will continue throughout the rest of the decade and into the 2020's with this being said Walt Disney World and it's four parks including Animal Kingdom will continue to see new additions, changes and expansions every year from now until the mid 2020's all made possible to continued investment and expansion by Disney in it's Parks and Resorts worldwide especially in Florida including at Animal Kingdom which is benefiting and will continue to benefit the parks with new exciting attractions, experiences and themed areas created by Joe Rhode and his team throughout the next 12 years which in turn will help it evolve into an even more greater park that will keep it popular for many years and decades to come. === Disney's Animal Kingdom 2011 Lineup=====
====The Oasis====
1. The Oasis Trails: Animal exhibit trails
==== Discovery Island ====
2. Tree of Life Gardens: Animal exhibits/garden area
3. Discovery Island Trails: Animal exhibits/walkthrough experience
4. Disney Nature Journey: 17 minute 3-D Nature Film experience
5. Adventurer's Outpost: Character meet'n'greet experience
6. Discovery River Boats: 22 minute Guided boat ride tour
====Beastly Kingdom====
7. Fantasia Gardens River Tours: 9 Minute Fantasia themed boat ride
8. Quest of the Unicorn: Interactive Walkthrough Maze Experience
9. Flying Mythical Creatures: 2 minute Spinner ride
10. Ole Europa Nature Trails: Animal walking trail experience
11. Dragon Tower/FP: 6 minute Indoor/Outdoor launched Dark ride coaster
==== Africa====
12. Festival of the Lion King/FP: 25 minute Musical Stage Show
13. Kilimanjaro Safari's/FP: 24 minute Safari Ride
14. Gorilla Falls Exploration Trails: Animal exhibits walkthrough experience
15. Wildlife Express: 15 minute train ride with 2 Stations
==== Planet Watch ====
16. Conversation Station: Conversation and Animal Care Educational exhibit/walkthrough experience
17. Affection Section: Animal Petting Zoo Experience
18. Animals of the World Carousel: 3 minute Animal Conversation themed Carousel
==== Asia====
19. Flights of Wonder: 25 minute Bird Show
20. Kali River Rapids/FP: 5 minute River Raft Ride
21. Maharajah Jungle Trek: Animal exhibits walkthrough experience
22. Expedition Everest/Fp: 2 minute and 50 second Coaster ride
==== Tundra's of the World ====
23. Snow Mobile Academy: 3 minute Indoor Snow mobile track ride
24. Research Balloon Flyers: 2 minute Indoor Flyer ride
25. Tundra's of the World Research Base and Cave: Indoor Interactive Walkthrough/Play Area experience
26. Wild Tundra: Indoor Animal exhibits walkthrough experience
27. The Kingdom of Penguins: Indoor Penguin exhibits walkthrough experience
==== Dinoland U.S.A ====
28. The Boneyard: Interactive Walkthrough/Play Area Experience
29. Fossil Evcavator Carts: 4 minute Coaster ride
30. Cretaceous Trails: Walkthrough/ Exhibit Experience
31. Dino Fossil Labs: Educational Exhibit Experience
32. The Dinoland Aviary: Bird Aviary/Exhibit Experience
33. Countdown to Extinction/FP: 5 minute EMV Dark Ride
24 Shops
21 Restaurants
15 Entertainment Experiences
15 Restroom areas
==== The Alternate History Timeline: What if Disney's Animal Kingdom had more attractions Part 4: The Beginning of the 2010's and the start of a new era of Animal Kingdom 2009-2015==== 2012
2012: It's now 2012 Animal Kingdom is 1 year away from it's 15th anniversary as changes and construction are underway across the park including Australia and Wonders of New Zealand the 9th themed area of the park coming next year as part of the 15th anniversary of Animal Kingdom and when it opens it will lead to an increase of attendance and profits for Walt Disney World and Animal Kingdom even as Universal Orlando is adding new attractions, resorts, themed areas and a waterpark throughout the rest of the decade but thankfully Parks President Tom Staggs and CEO Bob Iger have continued record investments and expansions of all Disney Parks and Resorts around the world especially at Walt Disney World and it's four parks including Animal Kingdom and in addition to the increased investments Disney buys Lucasfilm for 4.4 billion dollars becoming the 3rd major purchase joining the purchases of Pixar and Marvel Entertainment with this being said the purchase of Lucasfilm will benefit the WDW parks with Star Wars at Disney Hollywood Studios and Indiana Jones at Animal Kingdom but Marvel IP will not be added to Animal Kingdom despite Disney coming to an agreement with Universal back in late 2010 in this Alternate Reality Timeline that only allows Universal to use the comic book versions of Marvel characters well Disney is only allowed to use the MCU versions of Marvel characters in their Parks and Resorts but this won't benefit Animal Kingdom instead the newly Disney owned Lucasfilm will benefit the park by bringing Indiana Jones in a future project for Animal Kingdom but until this project happens Animal Kingdom is continuing to expand and evolve thanks to increased park investment bringing exciting new attractions, experiences and themed areas all created by Imagineering legend Joe Rhode and his creative team which will help continue the success of the park throughout the rest of the decade. The changes for 2012 in Animal Kingdom are new character meeting experiences in Asia and Discovery island, Updates to Flights of Wonder, Refreshing of Planet Watch in preparation for increased crowds due to the walkway connection to the Australia and Wonders of New Zealand coming next year finally giving guests 2 different ways to reach Planet Watch, Dinoland themed Coca-Cola freestyle machines are added to Restaurant-o-saurs, Flame Tree BBQ updates it's menu, refresh of the Oasis in preparation for the 15th anniversary, new entertainment in Dinoland and Asia, Wildlife Express is refreshed with new paint and more thematic detail and Discovery River Boats is refreshed with new paint, updated skipper spiel and a new boat dock. Beyond the changes and additions for Animal Kingdom in 2012 are continued construction on the Australia and Wonders of New Zealand themed area opening in Summer 2013 with exciting new attractions and animal experiences that will bring the beauty of Australia and New Zealand's environment and cultures to Animal Kingdom in addition plans for an expansion of Harambe Village with shops and new dining locations is announced along with the return of the Lucky the Dinosaur and a refresh of Discovery Island which will be completed over the next 3 years in phases with construction for major changes and expansion of existing shops, restaurants and guest walkways to improve flow of guests and to accommodate new entertainment experiences including projection shows on the Tree of Life all those new developments will bring additional capacity and an improved park experience for Animal Kingdom that will benefit guests and fans by making an already big and great park even more bigger and greater then ever before all made possible by Bob Iger's and Tom Staggs continued increased investment in Disney Parks and Resorts around the world especially at the flagship resort Walt Disney World and it's four amazing theme parks including Animal Kingdom which has been getting even more greater over the years since the increased investment in the parks has given Joe Rhode and his creative team unlimited creative ability to do anything they want to expand and evolve Animal Kingdom to be more on the level of Disney Sea especially since a 5th theme park for WDW has begun development for a October 2021 opening that will bring yet another Disney Sea level park to the American Disney Theme Parks joining Animal Kingdom and Westcot but until then Animal Kingdom continues to be a great park that has remained popular ever since it's opening in 1998 and this will continue because of the all the exciting expansions and additions that are coming to Animal Kingdom throughout the rest of this decade ensuring a continued bright future for the park in the years and decades ahead.
=== Disney's Animal Kingdom 2012 Lineup=====
====The Oasis====
1. The Oasis Trails: Animal exhibit trails
==== Discovery Island ====
2. Tree of Life Gardens: Animal exhibits/garden area
3. Discovery Island Trails: Animal exhibits/walkthrough experience
4. Disney Nature Journey: 17 minute 3-D Nature Film experience
5. Adventurer's Outpost: Character meet'n'greet experience
6. Discovery River Boats: 22 minute Guided boat ride tour
====Beastly Kingdom====
7. Fantasia Gardens River Tours: 9 Minute Fantasia themed boat ride
8. Quest of the Unicorn: Interactive Walkthrough Maze Experience
9. Flying Mythical Creatures: 2 minute Spinner ride
10. Ole Europa Nature Trails: Animal walking trail experience
11. Dragon Tower/FP: 6 minute Indoor/Outdoor launched Dark ride coaster
==== Africa====
12. Festival of the Lion King/FP: 25 minute Musical Stage Show
13. Kilimanjaro Safari's/FP: 24 minute Safari Ride
14. Gorilla Falls Exploration Trails: Animal exhibits walkthrough experience
15. Wildlife Express: 15 minute train ride with 2 Stations
==== Planet Watch ====
16. Conversation Station: Conversation and Animal Care Educational exhibit/walkthrough experience
17. Affection Section: Animal Petting Zoo Experience
18. Animals of the World Carousel: 3 minute Animal Conversation themed Carousel
==== Asia====
19. Flights of Wonder: 25 minute Bird Show
20. Kali River Rapids/FP: 5 minute River Raft Ride
21. Maharajah Jungle Trek: Animal exhibits walkthrough experience
22. Expedition Everest/Fp: 2 minute and 50 second Coaster ride
==== Tundra's of the World ====
23. Snow Mobile Academy: 3 minute Indoor Snow mobile track ride
24. Research Balloon Flyers: 2 minute Indoor Flyer ride
25. Tundra's of the World Research Base and Cave: Indoor Interactive Walkthrough/Play Area experience
26. Wild Tundra: Indoor Animal exhibits walkthrough experience
27. The Kingdom of Penguins: Indoor Penguin exhibits walkthrough experience
==== Dinoland U.S.A ====
28. The Boneyard: Interactive Walkthrough/Play Area Experience
29. Fossil Evcavator Carts: 4 minute Coaster ride
30. Cretaceous Trails: Walkthrough/ Exhibit Experience
31. Dino Fossil Labs: Educational Exhibit Experience
32. The Dinoland Aviary: Bird Aviary/Exhibit Experience
33. Countdown to Extinction/FP: 5 minute EMV Dark Ride
24 Shops
21 Restaurants
15 Entertainment Experiences
15 Restroom areas
==== The Alternate History Timeline: What if Disney's Animal Kingdom had more attractions Part 4: The Beginning of the 2010's and the start of a new era of Animal Kingdom 2009-2015==== 2013
2013: It's now 2013 Disney's Animal Kingdom is celebrating it's 15th anniversary of it's April-22nd-1998 opening with a year long celebration that will bring new themed areas Australia and Wonders of New Zealand to the park along with special entertainment and experiences throughout the park giving guests and fans an exciting celebration of Adventure and environmental conversation that honors the core themes and messages of the one of the greatest Disney Parks built Disney's Animal Kingdom this incredible celebration has been made possible thanks to continued investments in Disney Parks and Resorts around the world by Iger and Staggs which has greatly helped Walt Disney World and it's four theme parks including Animal Kingdom expand and add new attractions, entertainment, experiences, themed areas and hotels to compete with Universal Orlando which has been expanding and adding new things every year since the highly successful Wizarding World of Harry Potter opened in 2010 changing Orlando's tourism industry forever by bringing a new era of expansion at both Disney and Universal who both are doing major expansions and additions every year through 2023 which will help all theme parks in Central Florida including Seaworld and Legoland with this being said Animal Kingdom is able to open the Australia and Wonders of New Zealand themed areas the largest expansion in park history for it's 15th anniversary joining alongside New Fantasyland Phase 2( Princess Fairytale Hall) in Magic Kingdom and the Greece Pavilion in Epcot as the major new additions and expansions at Disney World for 2013 in response to Transformers the Ride and Minion Mayhem at Universal Orlando all of the new stuff at Disney World especially Australia and Wonders of New Zealand will lead to record attendance and profits for the parks including Animal Kingdom which has been made even more greater and popular by this huge expansion which will ensure that the park continues it's success for many more years and decades to come. The changes and additions for Animal Kingdom in 2013 are the UP Meet'n'greet location on Discovery Island in former fastpass distribution area near the entrance to Disney Nature Journey, The Wilderness Explorers interactive park wide scavenger hunt educational experience with 40 Wilderness Explorer stations where guests can earn badges using their guidebooks to become a senior wilderness explorer, work begins on a new plaza for Discovery Island, work begins on a retail expansion/ projection show support area on Discovery Island, work begins on Harambe Village Marketplace, Planet Watch adds a walkway connection with the Australia and Wonders of New Zealand themed areas finally connecting it to the rest of the park, All quick service restaurants get updated menus, Festival of the Lion King expands to seven shows daily, 15th anniversary decor is added throughout the park, special entertainment offerings, 15th anniversary food/drink offerings at dining locations park wide and 15th anniversary merchandise in all major gift shops. Now let's move beyond the park changes and improvements to explore the major new expansion of Animal Kingdom the Australia and Wonders of New Zealand themed areas that showcase the environment, animals and cultures of Australia and New Zealand for guests visiting Animal Kingdom to experience it's largest expansion in park history let's now begin our adventure in Australia and Wonders of New Zealand.
