I don’t think I can mask my excitement because Soarin’ Over California is BACK! In case you missed it, the original attraction is back for the month of June only… but hey, I’ll take what I can get!
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Through June 30th, Soarin’ Over California has temporarily replaced Soarin’ Around the World in the Grizzly Peak area of Disney’s California Adventure.
Soarin’ Over California
If you’re anything like me, you want to head straight to the attraction to get your fill of the classic imagery of the Golden Gate Bridge, Yosemite National Park, and Napa Valley. I only have to think about this attraction to experience warm waves of nostalgia.
Soarin’ Over California
Soarin’ Over California opened with DCA on February 8, 2001, and represented a new breed of Disney ride technology. Some may say this flight-simulator attraction forged the way for newer cutting-edge rides like Flight of Passage in Disney World’s Animal Kingdom.
Soarin’ Over California
Due to its immense popularity, Soarin’ Over California was duplicated at Disney World’s Epcot (as simply, Soarin’) in 2005.
In 2016, both attractions were converted into Soarin’ Around the World, with the new ride film focusing on international landscapes instead of locations in California depicted in the original film. Many fans have loved the intriguing changes to the attraction, but some do miss the OG – Soarin’ Over California.
Soarin’ Over California
Whether you prefer to soar around the world or over California, it’s always a treat to board a flight on a classic Disney attraction like this.
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Much prefer Soarin’ over California,bring it back to Disney world for good
How long will soarin’ Over California be open for? I’m going to DCA in December and I want to go onto soarin’ over california.
I LOVE Soarin’ Over California, simply because it showcases the geographical diversity of the state. It truly blew my mind the first time I saw it, and every time since. I found Soarin’ Around the World to be far more distorted while watching. I hope they eventually bring back the original, at least while I’m at DL in September lol
The new soarin is good but I do like the old one better. It would be nice if we had the choice.even if they had it at one of the three concourses at WDW.
MMmmmm just thinking about it brings back that smell of oranges….
While at WDW the film quality was severely lacking near the end of the run…it still was awesome to watch!
I agree with the others, give us a choice. I prefer California. I had no issues there. Having Vertigo, I have to close my eyes several times with Around The World, once was enough for me
I prefer soar in around California……..
I prefer the original, as well. If they wanted to change it up, why didn’t they do one of the US? I mean, I know it is Disney WORLD, but I think we should have a choice.
Have they announced what is replacing Soarin’???
Dara, Soarin’ Around the World is the permanent attraction here.