Disneyland Paris, Magic of Disney Animation, and Test Track 3.0 Review

Disneyland Paris Updates

• 🎨 'A Million Splashes of Colour' is set to return to Disneyland Park in February 2026.
• 🌳 New bronze character statues, including Pongo, Winnie the Pooh, and Peter Pan, are being placed in the future Gazebo Garden on Adventure Way, which will become Disney Adventure World.
• 🌍 The upcoming World of Frozen area is also mentioned as a significant addition to Walt Disney Studios Park.

Magic of Disney Animation at Hollywood Studios

• 🎬 The Magic of Disney Animation experience will replace Star Wars Launch Bay at Disney's Hollywood Studios, with a new exterior themed to Walt Disney Studios in Burbank.
• 🌟 This new experience is inspired by the Disney+ short 'Once Upon a Studio' and will feature various attractions, including a potential playground for children.
• ⏳ Guests are advised to visit Star Wars Launch Bay soon, as character meet-and-greets like Darth Vader and Chewbacca may be ending.

Test Track 3.0 Review

• 🚗 Test Track 3.0 has officially opened at Epcot, featuring a brighter, open-air entrance lobby with natural light.
• 💡 The queue includes six exhibits celebrating vehicles and their creators, though it's described as potentially boring and lacking interactive elements.
• 🎶 A musical nod to the original World of Motion attraction, 'It's Fun to Be Free,' is incorporated into the ride experience.
• 🎨 Guests can design their own vehicle, with the experience reminiscent of Radiator Springs Racers, and a throwback to Test Track 1.0's design elements.
• 🎢 The ride itself reaches speeds of up to 65 mph, offering a thrilling experience with views of the track and surrounding areas.
• 🚗 Test Track is once again sponsored by General Motors (GM), its original sponsor.
• 📸 PhotoPass users can now receive one of three different backgrounds for their ride photos.

Upcoming Events and Travel

• ✈️ The hosts are planning future trips to Universal Studios and Disneyland Paris.
• 🎃 Halloween season, including Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Oogie Boogie Bash, is approaching.
• ❄️ Walt Disney World is offering up to 20% off select resorts for the holiday season.
• 🤝 MEI Travel and Mouse Fan Travel are highlighted as sponsors, encouraging listeners to get no-obligation quotes for travel plans.