The first ‘Frozen’-themed land at a Disney theme park will debut this fall in Hong Kong
In a historic first, Disney Parks has shared details on the highly anticipated World of Frozen. This enchanting zone, which was inspired by the Oscar-winning movie, will make its debut at Hong Kong Disneyland this November.
When this icy princess fairytale land opens, audiences will finally experience the blockbuster saga starring Idina Menzel and Kristen Bell as royal sisters Elsa and Anna. So start your flight searches and prepare your princess attire and accessories for an exciting journey “into the unknown” for both you and your child.
“Guests will be invited to a Summer Snow Day celebration commemorating the day that Anna saved Elsa with an act of true love,” Disney told Travel + Leisure.
The movie-inspired theme park will be an immersive replica of the Kingdom of Arendelle, complete with iconic locations, characters, and key scenes from the films. The park’s natural landscape will serve as inspiration for World of Frozen.
You will undoubtedly go a long distance to see Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Kristoff, and their friends, but the journey will be worthwhile. As one of Disney’s newest resorts, it features one of the park’s most impressive castles and will soon have another two thanks to the addition of World of Frozen, notes Gizmodo. Along with a village and forest region leading up to the snowy mountains of the Ice Queen, the themed extension will contain two key attractions: Elsa’s Ice Palace and Anna’s Arendelle castle.
“Here in the Kingdom of Arendelle, Elsa has embraced her magical powers and ended the eternal winter,” Disney mentioned.
Visitors will have a chance to “embark on a journey to the North Mountain where Elsa’s Ice Palace awaits as part of the Summer Snow Day celebration” on the boat attraction Frozen Ever After, which will be comparable to the current EPCOT dark ride, notes Travel + Leisure.
Disney previously revealed that the Hong Kong version would feature improved technology, replacing its screen face based-animatronic character figures with human faces. Popular movie characters like Olaf and Sven will make appearances along the route.
The park will also be home to the “first Frozen-themed coaster anywhere in the world,” Wandering Oaken’s Sliding Sleighs.
“Wandering Oaken’s Sliding Sleighs was built by none other than Wandering Oaken himself,” Disney revealed. “He’s enlisted the help of his buddies Olaf and Sven to power the attraction as they work together to pull the sleds to the top of the lift hill.”
Visitors will enter Oaken’s sauna during the pre-ride wait for the kid-friendly attraction.
Disney also released artwork for the Golden Crocus Inn, a restaurant in the land “named after the national symbol of Arendelle.” Taking inspiration from a made-up landmark in the kingdom, this quick-service eatery promises to serve a wide variety of “diverse cuisines.”
When it opens, Tick Tock Toys & Collectibles will be a “charming toy shop.” Playful carved renditions of favorite Frozen buddies will be available in the retail shop, making it the “go-to place” for toys, souvenirs, and collectibles.
This year will mark the largest expansion in Hong Kong Disneyland’s history when World of Frozen opens, so be sure to stay tuned in for updates and news.
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