Recently, a story from Mouse Trap News claimed that Disney had launched an “Aladdin flying magic carpet experience.” According to the article, this fantastical ride would allow participants to strap onto a magic carpet and soar down a mountainside for a fee of $5,000. Participants would be required to sign a waiver and be at least 18 years old. The article quickly went viral, prompting excitement and skepticism alike.
The Viral Claim
On July 21, 2024, Mouse Trap News published an article detailing the supposed new Disney attraction inspired by the 1992 classic movie “Aladdin.” The article described a thrilling adventure where riders would strap on an authentic magic carpet, jump off a mountain edge, and glide down, enjoying scenic views accompanied by the song “A Whole New World” playing through built-in speakers. The piece stated that no prior flying or parachuting experience was necessary, but participants would need to sign a waiver and be over 18.
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The claim was further amplified by a video on Mouse Trap News’ TikTok account, which garnered over 446,000 views and 34,000 likes. Comments on the video ranged from excitement to humor, with one user joking, “You’re definitely going to a whole new world after this… heaven.”
The Reality: A Satirical Hoax
Despite the detailed and enticing description, Disney has not introduced any such “Aladdin flying magic carpet experience.” The article from Mouse Trap News, while viral, is entirely fictitious. Mouse Trap News is a satire site known for publishing fake stories about Disney Parks and other topics. Its bio explicitly states that all content is not true, real, or accurate but is meant for entertainment. Their tagline, “The Moused Trusted Name in Disney News,” is itself a humorous play on words indicating their satirical nature.
Mouse Trap News has a history of fabricating Disney-related stories. Earlier this month, the site falsely claimed that Disney World had banned all tattoos in an effort to make the parks more family-friendly. The article suggested that individuals with tattoos would be permanently banned unless they had their tattoos removed, a statement that is as false as it is outrageous.
Debunking the Myth
A thorough investigation by Snopes found no evidence that Disney had launched any such flying carpet experience. The footage used in the viral TikTok video was credited to Instagram user @alladin_skylab, who describes himself as an artist using wingsuits and other flight-related gear. The Instagram account features numerous videos of the user in wingsuits, confirming that the “flying carpet” scenes were staged and not affiliated with Disney.
The “Aladdin flying magic carpet experience” is a creation of Mouse Trap News, a satirical website known for its fictitious stories. Disney has not introduced any such ride, and the viral article and video were intended purely for entertainment. Fans of Disney and thrill-seekers alike should be aware that this story is a hoax and that no such experience exists at Disney Parks.
As always, it’s essential to verify the sources of sensational claims, especially when they sound too fantastical to be true. In this case, the allure of soaring through the skies on a magic carpet remains firmly in the realm of fantasy.