"I find reusable ponchos especially handy for water rides, and they’re perfect for keeping you dry on water attractions like Tiana’s Bayou Adventure." - Jacqueline Dole Jacqueline Dole Jacqueline Dole is a food and travel journalist based in Maine. A lifelong New Englander, her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, Food & Wine, TimeOut, Insider, Thrillist, Eater, and more. With a background as a pastry chef, she’s always on the lookout for the next best snack. She is a theme park enthusiast and expert, and embroidered hotel robes, amazing pools, and hot dogs are some of her favorite things. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"This bayou-themed water attraction is prone to drenching riders, so plan for wet conditions by packing water-friendly sandals or a spare pair of shoes and using ponchos or waterproof bags to keep belongings dry." - Jennifer Vermeer Jennifer Vermeer Jennifer Vermeer is a seasoned writer specializing in finding the best deals on apparel, beauty products, travel gear, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"A re-theming that replaced Splash Mountain in mid-2024 and has become an instant favorite, especially for fans of The Princess and the Frog. It's a reimagined log-flume experience—"just be prepared (with a poncho in hand) because you will get wet"—that retains the classic ride format with new characters and theming." - Elizabeth Rhodes Elizabeth Rhodes Elizabeth Rhodes is a senior editor at Travel + Leisure, covering everything from luxury hotels to theme parks to must-pack travel products. Originally from South Carolina, Elizabeth moved to New York City from London, where she started her career as a travel blogger and writer. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"A recently opened, bayou-themed family attraction inspired by a beloved Disney princess, this ride has been added to the new Lightning Lane Premier Pass roster as one of the in-demand experiences guests can access without a standby wait. It’s listed alongside other marquee attractions on the paid expedited-entry offering, and guests using the service can tap in with standard park credentials such as a ticket, Key to the World card, Disney MagicMobile, MagicBand, or MagicBand+." - Carly Caramanna Carly Caramanna Carly Caramanna is a theme park and travel journalist who has spent her professional career in New York City, Nashville, and Los Angeles. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, Yahoo Lifestyle, Insider, The Points Guy, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"A newly opened, high-demand attraction placed in the Multi Pass’s first tier; guests who want expedited access must use the Multi Pass top-tier allotment since only one selection from this group is permitted per Multi Pass purchase." - Carly Caramanna Carly Caramanna Carly Caramanna is a theme park and travel journalist who has spent her professional career in New York City, Nashville, and Los Angeles. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, Yahoo Lifestyle, Insider, The Points Guy, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines