As Christmas draws near, lets take a look at the only time of the year when I deem it acceptable to take a ride on It's a Small World. Normally a traumatizing (for me) family-friendly ride with the most unmistakable for unforgettable (in ways good and bad) hook in Disney park history, during Christmas time, the overlay makes the repetitive world peace anthem a little more tolerable with a dose of fun and friendly holiday cheer. Yes, I--a member of the Loves To Hate Small World fan club--will admit to actually kind of enjoying the Christmas version of this ride. So here are some shots from inside!
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The ride starts by cruising by the North Pole, where Santa is looking through his list of naughty and nice children. |
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The holiday overlay is evident from the very beginning. |
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Early on, there are best wishes for the new year as we sail by France. |
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A large Christmas tree graces our presence. |
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As we continue through Europe, we see some scenes untouched by the holiday brush. |
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In other parts, there is definitely a festive sense in the air, like here in Asia. |
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Africa is mostly normal we float through. |
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I used to call this the LSD hippo due to its haunting eyes. |
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Onto Mexico, where a feast has been prepared for Christmas. |
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Christmas is a time for family and food. Both very important! |
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The Three Caballeros are represented in Mary Blair mannequin form. |
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Over to Hawaii, where best wishes for Mele Kalikimaka (Merry Christmas) are conveyed by Lilo & Stitch and crew. |
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Onto the United States, which is apparently all farmers (and cowboys). |
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And then we pass into the final and international room. |
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A giant snowman wishes us happy holidays. |
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Here, all the children of the world come together to wish us a season of peace and harmony. |
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Yes, peace on earth, and good will toward all! |
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And then it's time to finish off the attraction. |
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May this holiday season reignite the child within all of us! |
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