1 Big Downside to Disney World's Massive Makeover

There's a lot of exciting stuff coming to Disney's (NYSE: DIS) largest theme-park resort in the next few years. Now would be a time to cue up some vintage Tom Petty, because the waiting is the hardest part -- not just for Disney World fans but also for investors.

Some of the new rides will be replacing existing attractions, and that will translate into prolonged closures. Ellen's Energy Adventure at Epcot will close on Aug. 13, clearing the way for a Guardians of the Galaxy-themed thrill ride. The Great Movie Ride at Disney's Hollywood Studios will also close on that date, eventually to be replaced by Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway family attraction.

Epcot has been Disney World's slowest-growing park in recent years, and Disney's Hollywood Studios has slipped to dead last among the resort's four parks in terms of attendance. They're the two places that can use updating the most, but there will near-term pain with the two longtime attractions shutting down forever next month.

Source: Fool.com