On this day in 1955, the Tomorrowland Boats attraction opened between Tomorrowland and Fantasyland at Disneyland. Guests controlled the small motor boats themselves and navigated around a lagoon. Unfortunately, the boats were not a big hit because they often overheated and got stranded. About a month later, the attraction reopened as the Phantom Boats with trademark fins added to the boats. The ride took on a few more identities before it closed in 1993. [70 years ago in 2025]
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