In just under a month, Tom Sawyer Island will officially close to make way for an all-new attraction at Walt Disney World.

It's one of several controversial closures tied to the resort’s upcoming expansions — but was this island escape ever really worth the trek? Should we be mourning the end of this quiet corner of Frontierland, or is it time to move on?

Whitney + Jordan dive into the nostalgia, the quirks, and the question: was/is Tom Sawyer Island a hidden gem or an easy skip?

Tune in for their grades and thoughts, and let us know where you stand on this closing chapter!

(Final day to experience Tom Sawyer Island is July 6, 2025)

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