From the Archives: Travel Idea for Movie Lovers: Cars Land

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(Originally published on Travel Books and Movies in July 2012.) It was the sixth-highest grossing movie in 2006, sold 5 million copies in two days when released on DVD, and it was a movie made for kids—Cars tells the story of the famous Lightning McQueen (voiced by Owen Wilson) who accidentally caused some damage to the road in Radiator Springs and must repair it. While in the small town, he learns about friends, hard work, and values.

Children love the movie (I’ve been to several Cars-themed birthday parties myself) and Disney is depending on that love with its’ newly opened Cars Land at Disneyland Adventure Park at Disneyland Resort in California.

Covering 12 acres, the land has restaurants, shopping, and three main attractions:

  • Radiator Springs Racers—After receiving information from Doc and Lightning McQueen, guests race against other vehicles through tight turns and steep banks.
  • Mater’s Junkyard Jamboree—Guests get to ride around in tractors in this fun ride set to music.
  • Luigi’s Flying Tires—Similar to the Mad Tea Party, but with an Italian accent as the backdrop, this ride whips guests around tires spun by fan-like blowers.

Kids will love a trip to this land where they can “interact” with their favorite characters.

To learn about this adventure, take a look at a slideshow of pictures from Frommer’s detailing Inside Disney’s Cars Land or visit Disney’s interactive website about Cars Land.

Jen Price is the creator of Travel Books and Movies, where she helps readers explore the world through stories on the page and screen. Currently living in Italy, she shares her love of travel, books, and films through personal guides, reviews, and itineraries that blend real-world destinations with unforgettable stories.