As some of the most popular vacation destinations on the planet. the Disney Parks are often flooded with thousands of guests each day. Since mob mentality is an unfortunate hazard, ridiculous and often dangerous things can happen.
Blame it on the mouse, blame it on the house, blame it on EPCOT's endless supply of a-a-a-a-alcohol, but sometimes Disney guests can pull some incredibly stupid stunts. Case in point, the "streaker" arrested at Disneyland in 2024.
This is why we can't have nice things...
After one Disney guest, seen in the footage above, was caught bathing in one of the waterways in the iconic Disneyland ride, he was arrested and escorted out of the park. However, Disney recently took extra steps to prevent something like this from happening again.
In the TikTok video found here, a recent guest noticed that the small river where the man was seen bathing had been replaced by an artificial water effect. While it is indeed somewhat humorous, it's also sad to see Disney alter one of its beloved rides because of an inconsiderate patron.
"it's a small world" is one of the most iconic fixtures at Disneyland, and easily one of the pinnacles of Walt Disney's commitment to delightful entertainment experiences. To see Disney be practically forced to gut it should anger Disney fans around the world.
It's one thing to update a ride or attraction due to technological advances or disrepair, but it's another matter when a single guest spoils the experience for thousands of others. Hopefully, steps will be taken to prevent a similar incident.
Unfortunately, this isn't the only instance of unruly guest behavior at the Disney Parks, and it likely won't be the last. It's times like these that we need to remind ourselves that Disney's rules and regulations exist for a reason. Not only do they protect us and other visitors, but they maintain the safety of the attractions for years to come.
"it's a small world" can be enjoyed across nearly all Disney Parks.