World of Frozen opens in Disneyland Paris

Key Points:

• Disney inaugurated the World of Frozen, a 118-foot ice mountain-themed immersive land at Disneyland Paris, marking the largest expansion in the park's 34-year history and part of a €2 billion transformation renaming Walt Disney Studios Park to Disney Adventure World.
• The opening event featured Disney's new CEO Josh D'Amaro, who took office just days before the launch, and attracted celebrities like Penélope Cruz and Naomi Campbell, highlighting the park's significance as a major international stage for Disney’s leadership.
• French President Emmanuel Macron attended, praising Disneyland Paris as a key national economic asset and noting the expansion's creation of 1,000 new jobs, reflecting a shift from early criticism of the park to recognition as a tourism and economic powerhouse.
• The new land features detailed Scandinavian-inspired design elements from the "Frozen" franchise, including the Frozen Ever After boat ride with advanced animatronics, interactive experiences with characters, and a nighttime drone light show, receiving positive visitor reviews for its immersive quality.
• Beyond World of Frozen, the park's transformation includes a new lake, a Tangled-themed family ride, multiple dining options, and plans for a Lion King land, with over 90% of the park's offerings redesigned and the footprint set to double upon completion.