Disney replacing Epcot's Maelstrom with Frozen ride
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- Richard Bilbao
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That didn't take long: Walt Disney World is bringing an attraction based on the Frozen film to Epcot.
According to the Disney Parks Blog, Tom Staggs, chairman of Walt Disney Parks & Resorts, said the company is "starting construction at Walt Disney World Resort on a brand new Frozen attraction at the Norway Pavilion in Epcot. The new attraction, which replaces Maelstrom, will take our guests to Arendelle and immerse them in many of their favorite moments and music from the film."
The film has been a mega blockbuster for Disney spinning off into meet ’n' greets, shows, hit songs — you know, that "Let It Go" jam on the radio — and so much more.
The park's plans also include a meet n' greet location in the Norway Pavilion and more. The new ride is reportedly expected to open by 2016.
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New rides and attractions help bring more visitors to Central Florida, giving a boost to the area's $50 billion tourism industry.
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