Na'vi River Journey Added to Pandora - World of Avatar; New Footage Revealed in Japanese 'Force Awakens Trailer; and More

Na'vi River Journey Added to Pandora - World of Avatar:

Walt Disney Parks & Resorts Chairman Bob Chapek revealed this morning at the D23 EXPO Japan that the river attraction in Pandora - World of Avatar in Disney's Animal Kingdom would be called the Na'vi River Journey.

The Na'vi River Journey will bring guests on an adventure as they set out in canoes down a mysterious, sacred river hidden within the bioluminescent rainforest. The full beauty of Pandora will reveal itself as guests in the canoes pass by exotic glowing plants and amazing creatures. The attraction will culminate with an encounter with a Na'vi shaman, who has a deep connection to the life force of Pandora and sends out positive energy out into the forest through her music. 

Pandora - The World of Avatar is slated to open at Disney's Animal Kingdom in 2017 with Na'vi River Journey and Avatar Flight of Passage being the main attractions in James Cameron's Avatar-themed land.

New Footage Revealed in Japanese 'Force Awakens' Trailer"

In a new trailer released in Japan for "Star Wars: The Force Awakens," new footage can be seen that wasn't shown in the American trailer late last month. "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" opens in theaters in the United States and Japan on December 18, 2015. Check out the trailer now:

Disneyland Reveals Diamond Celebration Rose Parade Float:

This year's Rose Parade will be dazzled with Disneyland's Diamond Celebration float that was revealed today. This year's theme for the parade is "Find Your Adventure" which symbolizes every trip to Disneyland Resort. Here is the description of the float that was revealed on the Disney Parks Blog:

"The Disneyland Resort will celebrate 60 dazzling years with a float honoring some of the most exciting adventures that await guests at the Happiest Place on Earth. At the heart of the float is a sparkling recreation of Sleeping Beauty Castle, complete with Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse welcoming everyone to the Disneyland Resort Diamond Celebration. Flanking the castle are two adventures that are brought to life at the Disneyland Resort. The first comes from the world of “Frozen,” whose music, stories and characters delight kids of all ages at Disney California Adventure park. Representing “Frozen” is Elsa’s ice castle – straight out of Arendelle – accompanied by Anna, Elsa, Olaf and Kristoff. Then we make the jump to hyperspace and travel to a galaxy far, far away for a thrilling adventure dedicated to the Star Wars films and exciting new Star Wars experiences at Disneyland park."

This year's Rose Parade is on January 1, 2016 and will be broadcast live on ABC-TV from Pasadena, California.