2024-04-05 06:00:11
Disney’s recent declaration of its most extensive expansion plan in history at Magic Kingdom is yet another feather in Governor Ron DeSantis’ cap.
Not quite what the media/left/corporate GOP were predicting last year… https://t.co/ynUzOXL69v
— Ron DeSantis (@RonDeSantis) April 4, 2024
Following a recent legal battle that was settled out of court, Walt Disney World is starting an expansion known as the “Beyond Big Thunder” project. The project is named after the expansion’s location.
Michael Hundgen, the site portfolio executive at Walt Disney World, shared insights into the scope of this grand venture:
He said the expansion will be about the size of Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge, which occupies about 14 acres. A Disney team is currently on research trips and going through concept design for this expansion area.
Hundgen did not say what themes or stories would exist there – or when this project would be completed.
NEW: Walt Disney World is currently in the process of filing permits for development work behind Magic Kingdom that will prepare the area for a future expansion expected to be the largest expansion in the park’s history. pic.twitter.com/nGmn78ZkH7
— Scott Gustin (@ScottGustin) April 4, 2024
Previously critical of Disney, Governor DeSantis shifted his stance post-settlement, advocating for further economic development and collaboration.
The Magic Kingdom expansion is one part of a $60 billion investment Disney has said it’s planning for its parks, cruises and experiences over the next decade.
— WSVN 7 News (@wsvn) April 4, 2024
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