Disneyland’s It’s a Small World Description:

In Disneyland’s It’s a Small World ride, sing along to the classic anthem of world peace during a musical boat tour hosted by the children of the world. Climb aboard a cozy boat and set sail along the Seven Seaways canal for an approximate 15-minute journey, presented by Siemens.

Amid a vibrant, multi-colored backdrop exquisitely crafted out of papier-mâché, glitter and fabric, behold a cast of almost 300 traditionally dressed dimple darlings from nearly every corner of the globe sing a simple song in their native language about universal harmony and dance. Travel to all 7 continents and, by journey’s end, see for yourself that it truly is a small world after all.

Bon Voyage!
From the snow-capped Swiss Alps to the golden Serengeti, the children of the world are ready to make your acquaintance. During your tour, experience a rainbow of diverse cultures from such far-off locales as:

• The Polar Regions
• The British Isles
• Western Europe
• Eastern Europe
• The Middle East
• Asia
• Africa
• South America
• The South Pacific
• The United States

Before returning home, the children reunite for a grand finale, reminding us of our common bonds of friendship, laughter and happiness—and by seeing the world through the eyes of a child, we are all basically the same.

Disney Characters
Some familiar new faces debuted on February 6, 2009 with the addition of dolls representing select Disney and Disney•Pixar characters. Keep an eye out for:

• Peter Pan and Tinker Bell
• Cinderella
• Pinocchio
• Jiminy Cricket
• Aladdin and Jasmine
• The Three Caballeros
• Ariel and Flounder
• Lilo and Stitch
• Woody, Bullseye and Jessie

Related Music:

• It’s a Small World (After All)

Disneyland’s It’s a Small World Fun Facts and Statistics:

• Number of scenes in Disneyland’s “it’s a small world”: 10
• Number of Christmas lights used outside the ride for “it’s a small world” Holiday: 400,000

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