Shark Reef at Typhoon Lagoon to Close October 2; Second "Moana" Trailer Released

Shark Reef at Typhoon Lagoon to Close October 2:

What has been rumored for a while now, Shark Reef at Typhoon Lagoon will close October 2 according to WDWMagic. The Shark Reef at the Typhoon Lagoon allows guests to snorkel through a sunken ship in a 100 x 23 saltwater pool complete with sharks and tropical fish.

An underwater observation area was also available for those guests who don't want get wet and just want to enjoy the view. The reef closure is in preparation for the new attraction in another area of the park, Miss Fortune Falls, that will open in Spring 2017. 

Second "Moana" Trailer Released:

As announced earlier this week, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson premiered the brand new trailer for Disney's "Moana" this morning on Good Morning America. Disney's "Moana" stars Johnson as the demi-god Maui and Auli'i Cravalho as the adventurous teenager, Moana. 

From Walt Disney Animation Studios comes “Moana,” a sweeping, CG-animated feature film about an adventurous teenager who sails out on a daring mission to save her people. During her journey, Moana (voice of Auli’i Cravalho) meets the once-mighty demigod Maui (voice of Dwayne Johnson), who guides her in her quest to become a master wayfinder. Together, they sail across the open ocean on an action-packed voyage, encountering enormous monsters and impossible odds, and along the way, Moana fulfills the ancient  quest of her ancestors and discovers the one thing she’s always sought: her own identity.

Here is the trailer:

Chase the waves of a new #Moana trailer. The film, starring @TheRock and @AuliiCravalho, opens Thanksgiving. pic.twitter.com/b9WL3n14e7

— Disney (@Disney) September 15, 2016

"Moana" chases the waves into theaters this Thanksgiving Day, November 23.

Catch a Sneak Peak of "Moana" During the Olympics; Shark Reef at Typhoon Lagoon to Close?

Catch a Sneak Peak of "Moana" During the Olympics on Sunday:

Disney is releasing another sneak peak of "Moana" during Olympics coverage on Sunday. "Moana" is the next Disney Animation hit that is due out in theaters this Thanksgiving, November 23, 2016. Disney's "Moana" stars Auli'i Cravalho as Moana and Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson as the demi-God Maui.

From Walt Disney Animation Studios comes “Moana,” a sweeping, CG-animated adventure about a spirited teenager who sails out on a daring mission to prove herself a master wayfinder and fulfil her ancestors’ unfinished quest. During her journey, she meets the once-mighty demi-god Maui (voice of Dwayne Johnson), and together, they traverse the open ocean on an action-packed voyage, encountering enormous fiery creatures and impossible odds. Directed by the renowned filmmaking team of Ron Clements and John Musker (“The Little Mermaid,” “Aladdin,” “The Princess & the Frog”), “Moana” sails into US cinemas November 23, 2016. 

Here is the teaser for the sneak peak on Sunday:

Adventure as far as the eye can sea. Catch a new sneak peek of #Moana this Sunday. 🌺🌊https://t.co/hsYRdGF016

— Disney (@Disney) August 5, 2016

Shark Reef at Typhoon Lagoon to Close?

According to a report by WDW News Today, Shark Reef could be closing at Typhoon Lagoon according to management at the water park. This is after this week's official announcement for the new family water attraction, Miss Fortune Falls that will open next Spring. According to the sources the classic attraction that opened with Typhoon Lagoon in 1989. 

Shark Reef allows guests to snorkel through an unheated, saltwater reef that is populated with stingrays, bonnethead sharks, leopard sharks, and many tropical fish. No word on what would replace the attraction and of course nothing is official until Disney announces anything. However, the attraction has been rumored to be closing for years. Could this be the final nail in Shark Reef's coffin? Stay tuned. 

New Typhoon Lagoon Attraction to be Called 'Miss Fortune Falls'; World of Color and More Returning to Disneyland, and More

New Typhoon Lagoon Attraction to be Called 'Miss Fortune Falls':

Last month it was discovered through a permit that Disney would be building a new family water attraction at Typhoon Lagoon. We now know that it will be called, ' Miss Fortune Falls.' The ride will be completed by Spring 2017.

A description of the ride was released on the Disney Parks Blog:

Miss Fortune Falls will be a family-style raft attraction that takes guests on a splashing journey through the fabled Captain Mary Oceanear’s past. Legend has it that Captain Oceanear, a treasure-hunting heroine, travelled across the sea collecting unique artifacts before she became stranded at Typhoon Lagoon many years ago by a rogue storm. Onboard treasure rafts, guests will ascend to the top of the attraction before plunging into a white-water adventure where they will be able to spot some of the treasures Captain Oceanear gathered from around the world.
With a ride time of two minutes, Miss Fortune Falls will be among the lengthiest attractions at both Disney Water Parks.

Miss Fortune Falls is sure to be an amazing attraction for all families to enjoy. 2017 is sure to be an exciting year at Disney World.

World of Color, Fantasy in the Sky Fireworks Returning to Disneyland Resort:

The set date for Disneyland's Diamond Celebration to end has been known for awhile in September 5. Rumors have long been swirling that also ending would be the World of Color: Celebrate and the Disneyland Forever fireworks would be ending as well due to budget cuts. Today, all of that was confirmed as the original World of Color will be returning to Disney California Adventure. This will begin September 6.

The Disneyland Forever fireworks have long been rumored to be cut. With today's announcement, Disneyland will see the return of the Fantasy in the Sky fireworks. These will be shown Friday through Sunday beginning September 9. 

The most heartbreaking of the news however as it was just confirmed by @DisneylandToday on Twitter is that Paint the Night will also be ending on September 5. We however don't know the details of what will take its place or if it will be moved to another Disney Park. Paint the Night was a lot of guests favorite parade when it debuted last year at the kickoff of the Diamond Celebration. 

Stay tuned for more details on the fate of Paint the Night as we learn more.

First 'Rogue One' TV Spot Airs:

The first "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" TV Spot has aired, it is called "Rebellion." We see multiple clips that we have seen previously in the first trailer but has the message of, "Hope begins with rebellion." Check it out:

"Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" hits theaters December 16, 2016.