Rivers of America, the Liberty Square Riverboat and Tom Sawyer Island at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Fla, is closing and will be replaced with a new 'Cars'-themed land as part of the largest expansi

Walt Disney World is closing several iconic attractions beginning Monday to make room for a brand-new land. Frontierland's Rivers of America, Tom Sawyer Island and the Liberty Square Riverboat at Magic Kingdom will shut down on July 7 as Disney prepares to bring a national park-themed area called Piston Peak to life.

Disney World fans have until the end of the day to say farewell to an iconic attraction at the family theme park. Sunday marks the last day for the Rivers of America, including Tom Sawyer Island and the Liberty Belle at Magic Kingdom. The rides will close Monday as Disney readies the area for ...