![]() ![]() In 1991, the Frontierland Station moved to make room for Splash Mountain. The railroad originally had two stations, but added a third at Mickey’s Birthdayland in 1989. Opened on October 1, 1971, the Walt Disney World Railroad is a longer version of the Disneyland Railroad, which opened with that park. Walt Disney World RailroadThe Walt Disney World Railroad has made only minor safety tweaks. Grandfathered in as an exception to the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, Peter Pan is one of the only attractions (along with the Tomorrowland Transit Authority) with a moving load ramp that cannot be stopped or slowed. While the 1955 Disneyland version was expanded and enhanced in 1983, the 1971 Magic Kingdom ride has not significantly changed since it opened its doors. Peter Pan’s Flight is relatively unusual in that it is a Magic Kingdom opening day attraction modeled on a Disneyland opening day attraction, and both versions are still operational today. Peter Pan's FlightPeter Pan's Flight is based on a still-operational Disneyland opening day attraction. ![]() Next week, we’ll bring you the 7 that have been extensively rehabbed. This week, we’ll talk about 7 that are still close to their original designs. The Magic Kingdom still features 14 attractions that were present on opening day, October 1, 1971. Yet what is often lost in the buzz about the next big thing is the fact that some things really haven’t changed at all. Whether this is good or bad depends on your point of view. ![]() This makes it easy to believe that nothing is the same as it used to be. No matter when or how often you visit, you are likely to see construction walls and sweeping changes throughout the Walt Disney World parks and resorts. ![]() Yet today’s Disney goes far beyond what Walt did in a never-ending quest for streamlining, efficiency, and brand tie-ins. Walt Disney was well-known for his innovation, love of technology, and constant tweaking of everything he produced. ![]()
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