evilcod
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Some of this has been briefly mentioned in other threads but mostly seems to of been completely ignored on these forums so here we go.....
Even as a massive Disneyland Paris fan its been obvious for a while the park needed a lot of work to bring it up to standard, well thankfully it seems Disney have noticed that too, launching an improvement program codenamed: Project Sparkle! As with anything DLP announce it should be taken with a pinch of salt until each section actually happens but they seem to be off to a great start!
The improvement program will be mainly based around 10 attractions and their surrounding areas but it also being accompanied by lots of improvements around the park. The attractions mentioned are The ten attractions are: Space Mountain, Videopolis Stage, Its a Small World, Big Thunder Mountain, La Cabane des Robinson, Peter Pan's Flight, Pirates of the Caribbean, Animagique, Studio Tram Tour and Star Tours. Below is what the official press releases have to say about each attraction.
Sooo.... that narrows down to:
2 New Shows - Jedi Academy and a new Animagique
2 Fully Refreshed Rollercoasters - Space Mountain with new trains, effects and repaint, Big Thunder with a full repaint and "Explosive Ending" probably similar to this
2 Updated Dark Rides - Pirates to gain new animatronics system and movie based characters and IASW having new audio, new dolls and possibly Disney Characters integrated as seen on some of the other versions.
2 Other Attractions Updated - Swiss Family Treehouse refresh including working water system, Tram Tour with new sets and props.
1 New Ride - Star Tours 2, its unfair to call this a refurb really, its an entirely new ride system with random films as seen in Florida and California.
I'll be posting a progress update post in a hour or so as they have already got started on afew of these and more improvments!
Even as a massive Disneyland Paris fan its been obvious for a while the park needed a lot of work to bring it up to standard, well thankfully it seems Disney have noticed that too, launching an improvement program codenamed: Project Sparkle! As with anything DLP announce it should be taken with a pinch of salt until each section actually happens but they seem to be off to a great start!
The improvement program will be mainly based around 10 attractions and their surrounding areas but it also being accompanied by lots of improvements around the park. The attractions mentioned are The ten attractions are: Space Mountain, Videopolis Stage, Its a Small World, Big Thunder Mountain, La Cabane des Robinson, Peter Pan's Flight, Pirates of the Caribbean, Animagique, Studio Tram Tour and Star Tours. Below is what the official press releases have to say about each attraction.
First unveiled on May 31, 1995 and reimagined to Space Mountain: Mission 2 in 2005, this attraction has undergone extensive renovations over the past few months. Stage one will be completed by July 27, 2015.
The iconic mountain in Discoveryland will soon have a few exciting changes: the huge roof, cornice, imposing catapult and emblematic Columbiad are to be restored along with a number of decorative elements (wall paintings, banners and control towers, etc.).
The renovation will focus on three aspects:
There are more surprises in store: new vehicles will arrive in 2017 – re-designed in terms of ergonomics and technology – for an even more immersive experience!
The iconic mountain in Discoveryland will soon have a few exciting changes: the huge roof, cornice, imposing catapult and emblematic Columbiad are to be restored along with a number of decorative elements (wall paintings, banners and control towers, etc.).
The renovation will focus on three aspects:
- Accessibility: new access counters for Light Speed Photography.
- Safety: all internal stairs revamped.
- Efficiency: all existing lighting replaced by LEDs and a Single Rider queue introduced for better Guest flow.
There are more surprises in store: new vehicles will arrive in 2017 – re-designed in terms of ergonomics and technology – for an even more immersive experience!
A new and gigantic airship terminal accommodating the Café Hyperion and Videopolis will be unveiled this July, when Jedi Training Academy, a new interactive show open its doors to the public.
Celebrating children throughout the world with an international tour of singing and fun, Fantasyland’s delightful musical boat tour – hosted by the children of the world – is closing for a makeover in August 2015 and will be re-opening at the end of December.
With its classic anthem to world peace and its artfully costumed dolls representing the peoples of the world, “it’s a small world” is one of the most popular attractions at Disneyland Paris. Paying true homage to the union of cultures, a subject dear to Walt Disney, this attraction will be receiving a major facelift starting in August. Some of the work to be done includes a new façade color palate, all new dolls and costumes, a re-mastered musical score, and some new surprises- all to bring new magic to the adventure!
With its classic anthem to world peace and its artfully costumed dolls representing the peoples of the world, “it’s a small world” is one of the most popular attractions at Disneyland Paris. Paying true homage to the union of cultures, a subject dear to Walt Disney, this attraction will be receiving a major facelift starting in August. Some of the work to be done includes a new façade color palate, all new dolls and costumes, a re-mastered musical score, and some new surprises- all to bring new magic to the adventure!
The main attraction of Frontierland and much loved by our Guests, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad will be closing at the end of the year for an amazing reimagining while unveiling new surprises for Guests climbing on board its wagons. For the first time in its history, this iconic attraction is set to undergo major refurbishment at the end of 2015, aimed at bringing new magic to our Guests including an explosive surprise!
The Swiss family Robinson Tree House will be undergoing a major renovation starting early 2016 until the second semester.
The Swiss Family Robinson Tree House was built in the branches of a majestic banyan tree by the Robinson family after they were shipwrecked on an island. The work will focus on restoring the Swiss Family Robinson Tree House to its original décor. This will include new paint, horticulture, effects and the renovation the waterfalls.
The Swiss Family Robinson Tree House was built in the branches of a majestic banyan tree by the Robinson family after they were shipwrecked on an island. The work will focus on restoring the Swiss Family Robinson Tree House to its original décor. This will include new paint, horticulture, effects and the renovation the waterfalls.
Adored by dreamers of all ages, Peter Pan’s Flight takes us to Never Land over the rooftops of London. The fairy-tale journey is to be suspended for a while, but will be back in a few months’ time, offering an even more magical experience.
The Never Land adventure has 11 scenes directly inspired by the Disney classic, ranging from the children’s nursery in the Darling’s home to Captain Hook’s galleon to a flight over the city of London and the island of Never Land with its sparkling lagoons and Skull Rock. The whole voyage will have a make-over, including a fresh color palate and revamped lighting. The London scene will look even more amazing than we remember!
The Never Land adventure has 11 scenes directly inspired by the Disney classic, ranging from the children’s nursery in the Darling’s home to Captain Hook’s galleon to a flight over the city of London and the island of Never Land with its sparkling lagoons and Skull Rock. The whole voyage will have a make-over, including a fresh color palate and revamped lighting. The London scene will look even more amazing than we remember!
Pirates of the Caribbean is a true Disney Park classic, taking Guests on a thrilling voyage with a crew of swashbuckling pirates. This attraction will be undergoing major reimagining work during the first half of 2017. The changes will bring the Guests a more immersive experience.
To make the experience even more fantastic, Captain Jack Sparrow will join the attraction along with a few surprise characters. The whole pirate crew will be brought back to life with new lighting and re-mastered audio. New effects – mainly for the hurricane scenes and treasure room – will be added for a totally immersive experience.
To make the experience even more fantastic, Captain Jack Sparrow will join the attraction along with a few surprise characters. The whole pirate crew will be brought back to life with new lighting and re-mastered audio. New effects – mainly for the hurricane scenes and treasure room – will be added for a totally immersive experience.
This much-beloved blacklight theatre attraction located in the Walt Disney Studios Park at the entrance of Toon Studio, will be completely re-imagined to deliver a brand new and even more enchanting experience.
This attraction makes you board a high-tech tram, with the voice of Jeremy Irons guiding you around the magic of Walt Disney Studios Park, with the visit of full-scale movie sets. 3 new scenes will be unveiled to deliver even more Disney magic.
The epic flight to the forest moon of Endor will be re-imagined and full of amazing surprises for a new thrilling experience.
Sooo.... that narrows down to:
2 New Shows - Jedi Academy and a new Animagique
2 Fully Refreshed Rollercoasters - Space Mountain with new trains, effects and repaint, Big Thunder with a full repaint and "Explosive Ending" probably similar to this
2 Updated Dark Rides - Pirates to gain new animatronics system and movie based characters and IASW having new audio, new dolls and possibly Disney Characters integrated as seen on some of the other versions.
2 Other Attractions Updated - Swiss Family Treehouse refresh including working water system, Tram Tour with new sets and props.
1 New Ride - Star Tours 2, its unfair to call this a refurb really, its an entirely new ride system with random films as seen in Florida and California.
I'll be posting a progress update post in a hour or so as they have already got started on afew of these and more improvments!
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