Since it was first announced, we’ve been SO excited for the chance to have our first walkthrough of the Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana! But as much as we’re looking forward to our chance to play in this space…we’re also getting more and more worried.

Guests will be able to explore what Disney has described as a “lush exploration trail” that allows explorers to “play with magical, living water” through an immersive walk-through attraction. Well, we sure hope so.

When the details for the Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana attraction at EPCOT first came out, our anticipation soared! But as time as gone on and more information has been released, concern grew right along with our excitement, and we continue to have questions about this project as it gets closer and closer to completion. Let’s go over a couple of those together.

The Departure from Traditional Rides

One major concern revolves around the departure from traditional rides. Unlike other popular attractions that offer thrilling adventures, Journey of Water is described as a walk-through exploration trail, which makes us worry that this departure from a traditional ride format might not provide the same level of excitement and entertainment we’ve come to expect from Disney theme parks. We know that we will be able to interact with the water elements, so we’ll need to wait and see how truly “immersive” this ends up being.

Potential Lack of Replay Value

Another concern is the potential lack of replay value. While a walk-through experience can be immersive and visually stunning, there is a question of whether the attraction will offer enough variety and interactive elements to warrant multiple visits. To that end, hopefully the 15-foot tall model of Te Fiti will make us want to come back again and again.

With that said, we are eager to know if there will be enough surprises and engaging activities along the trail to make each visit a unique experience.

Limited Moana Connection

Despite being inspired by the beloved film Moana, some of us are worried that the attraction might not feature enough direct references to the characters and storyline.

The focus on the water cycle and conservation is commendable, but we who were expecting a more immersive Moana experience may feel slightly disappointed if the film’s presence is not as prominent as anticipated.

Impact on EPCOT’s Overall Transformation

EPCOT is currently undergoing a significant transformation, and that raises some concerns about how Journey of Water fits into the park’s overall vision.

With the Future World section undergoing extensive changes, there is a question of how this attraction will blend with the new thematic elements and whether it will complement the park’s educational and futuristic focus. Disney has shared that in addition to the trail and interactive living water experiences, that guests will “learn about the importance of the natural water cycle and the important role we all share in preserving this life-giving and life-sustaining precious resource.”

As we said before, hopefully activities along the trail will feel cohesive with the park’s vision and make each visit a unique experience.

Despite the concerns, there is still much excitement surrounding the Journey of Water attraction. Disney’s ability to create immersive environments and captivating storytelling has consistently impressed us in the past. With the promise of lush landscapes, interactive water elements, and the incorporation of Moana-inspired elements, we have an optimistic hope that Journey of Water will deliver a unique and memorable experience that resonates with us as visitors. Until then, stay tuned for the latest on the transformation of EPCOT and more Disney news!

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