D23 Magazine - Facts

[wdwowner]

Kevin, have you seen the D23 magazine yet? If not, shame on you for saying things you do not know.

It is a BEAUTIFUL magazine, it is 12" x 12" (much larger than a traditional magazine), it has heavy weight paper and NO advertising at all!! If you compare it to People magazine ($5) it is that price because it is 50% advertising. The articles are written by the people who make the Disney magic, the exact people who Disney fans cherish and admire the most.

The pictures are awesome, it is something you would put on your coffee table. When you get one, and I hope you do, you will see for yourself why the price is $16.00. It is not cheep to make and print a magazine this size, especially without ads.

If you are a fan of Disney history and its people, you will love the magazine for sure. Kevin, please give it a try.

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I guess I am just getting tired of people who keep bashing D23 and saying it should have included a loyalty program. I did not see anything in the pre-announcement stuff that lead me to believe there was any loyalty part of this, and people keep insisting there was. D23 its what it is, let's enjoy it for what it is, and let Disney know they really SHOULD have a loyalty program in place, but it should be separate from D23.

I am now getting off my soapbox, but let's keep D23 and loyalty program separate. Thanks.

[mikelan6]

I have seen the D23 magazine in person at Barnes and Noble and I do not think it's worth $16.00. I don't care what kind of paper they used and I would not mind it if they had advertising in it. They could make the old Disney magazine for much less and I enjoyed it just as much, if not more.

[Geef]

I'm not dissapointed that D23 didn't include a loyalty program, I'm disapointed that "Disney" hasn't produced a loyalty program.

D23 has no interest to me as of yet, because I can get the magazine at B&N...I don't have the money to buy the stuff they have created...and the interesting things to read are available to all, or will be on someones Disney website.

[DisneyKevin]

Kevin, have you seen the D23 magazine yet? If not, shame on you for saying things you do not know.

Yes...and I still stand by the fact that I got Walt's 900 page biography for $21.00. I think $16.00 is a very high price. And thanks for giving me the benefit of the doubt.

I guess I am just getting tired of people who keep bashing D23 and saying it should have included a loyalty program. I did not see anything in the pre-announcement stuff that lead me to believe there was any loyalty part of this, and people keep insisting there was. D23 its what it is, let's enjoy it for what it is, and let Disney know they really SHOULD have a loyalty program in place, but it should be separate from D23.

I am now getting off my soapbox, but let's keep D23 and loyalty program separate. Thanks.

I am thrilled that you are so happy with what you have received. Has anything anyone has said altered YOUR opinion of what you paid to join?

I have stated this repeatedly....During the roll out Bob Iger declared that this was for "Disney's highest affinity group". This lead a LOT of people to think that this was something for everyone. From everything I'm reading, there are a LOT of people that feel left out. I'm one of them.

Again....I'm thrilled that you are happy with your purchase.

[M&M's]

Kevin, your opinion is wrong unless you agree with me! Rawr!

[Matt@WDWR]

Not too sure I like the tone of that original post. Kevin is much more polite than I would have been. Good on ya, Kevin. :)

[Disneybridein2k3]

I'm not dissapointed that D23 didn't include a loyalty program, I'm disapointed that "Disney" hasn't produced a loyalty program.

D23 has no interest to me as of yet, because I can get the magazine at B&N...I don't have the money to buy the stuff they have created...and the interesting things to read are available to all, or will be on someones Disney website.
This will be their biggest problem. It is nice to have the magazine, but the interesting articles will be posted on a website while the latest magazine is still hot off the press. Those who join (I haven't decided yet) will have to decide if they want the pretty pictures for themselves or if they really just want to read the articles. As for the "discounts", they have excluded us by only offering a discount for a convention in CA. I don't know about anyone else, but I am having a tough time convincing DH to book our next WDW trip much less trek across the states for a (I think) $9 discount for a CA convention.

[wdwowner]

I think I will bow out of the whole D23 thing.

Blinders are a terrible thing to wear, you don't get to see the entire horizon when fixated on one small idea. Walt never had blinders on.

[Tink rules]

It sounds like it's more of a book... I just don't get why they didn't issue it that way and give it a better price... in these times... people aren't going to throw money around that much at B&N and such...

[Matt@WDWR]

I think I will bow out of the whole D23 thing.

Blinders are a terrible thing to wear, you don't get to see the entire horizon when fixated on one small idea. Walt never had blinders on.


Hmm.. that advice seems to be something people on both sides to take. No offense, but it seems to me that Kevin's POV was the one without blinders, not yours. Sorry though!

[*NikkiBell*]

What kind of cake is being served tonight? :)

[DisneyKevin]

I think I will bow out of the whole D23 thing.

Blinders are a terrible thing to wear, you don't get to see the entire horizon when fixated on one small idea. Walt never had blinders on.

I'm sorry you feel the need to bow out of the discussion.

One of the things you learn very quickly in this environment is that many people will have a different view point than you and as long as they follow the DIS guidelines and are respectful....they get get to express it just as you get to express yours.

It seems that there are folks with differing opinions of D23 and just because their opinions dont match yours doesnt mean that they arent knowledgeable about what they are talking about, wearing blinders or fixated on a small idea.

It just means see things differently then you.

[FireDancer]

I believe the horse is dead captain.

[hockeymomNS]

Hey Kevin, My oldest son (21) made this huge presentation to me Xmas morning, including a very serious speech about morals, values and God. He then presented me with the new family bible aka Walt's autobiography....it was hilarious.

btw, I'm with you on this one.

[dpuck1998]

I'm a D23 member. Do I think others should be in love with D23...no. I'm a member because I love Disney magazines and thought it would be something cool on my coffee table. For me it was a magazine subscription with a couple neat perks. I can see why others don't like it, but I think I'll enjoy being a member.

[pixistix]

D23 hasn't convinced me yet that it's worth my $75. They gave it such hype that I thought it had to be bigger than it really was. But I'm waiting to see what happens. I bought the magazine. I really like it. I work in publishing so I understand the print costs and appreciate a nice publication.
If they add more to it I might bite but I'm not a history buff (tho Disney history does interest me) and I don't really collect anything so I have no interest in exclusive merchandise.
My family goes to Disney at least once a year, sometimes more, so I definitely would love some type of loyalty program. But I'm not expecting it. Maybe the situation this country is in has to get even worse before Disney considers a loyalty program.
In the business I'm in, if the fish don't bite, you change the bait.

[UrsulasShadow]

I'm a D23 member. Do I think others should be in love with D23...no. I'm a member because I love Disney magazines and thought it would be something cool on my coffee table. For me it was a magazine subscription with a couple neat perks. I can see why others don't like it, but I think I'll enjoy being a member.

Admit it, you bought it because it goes so well with your new sectional sofa!

[dpuck1998]

Admit it, you bought it because it goes so well with your new sectional sofa!

Tru Tru! hopefully it arrives in time for the sofa delivery!!

[CelticBelle]

What kind of cake is being served tonight? :)

did someone say cake?!

[Hibernians]

I'm a DVC Member and I receive a magazine 4 times a year from Disney - its a magazine related to DVC stuff and its all good., in fact, I just received my latest issue this past week.
I really can't see the rhyme or reason to spend $75 on D23. I read the store display magazine at Barnes & Noble and I thought it was underwhelming. The website is interesting and I downloaded and printed a lot of interesting Disney stuff for free - the history of Walt Disney, the history of he Company and the list of every Disney movies - all good stuff.
I guess the bottom line for me is that I would rather use that $ 75 towards my next Disney trip - be it for airfare, dining, hotels or park tikets or even merchandise before I spend $75 on D23.
You know if they had priced it at $ 20 or $ 25 I would have joined without thinking but $75 makes me think and pass.

[AllyGirl_79]

I'm a D23 member. Do I think others should be in love with D23...no. I'm a member because I love Disney magazines and thought it would be something cool on my coffee table. For me it was a magazine subscription with a couple neat perks. I can see why others don't like it, but I think I'll enjoy being a member.

Pretty much my logic, too. I seriously do not need any more "stuff", so the collectibles aren't interesting to me, and I can't say I intend to keep the certificate or go to a convention. But I like Disney magazines. And I knew I'd go out and buy them if I didn't join. (Also, I bought D23 on the same day I bought a few other items from Disney online. The cost of D23 put me over the needed amount on a discounted shipping deal, and the price difference there made the cost of joining pretty close to that of just buying the magazines at B&N.) I know I could probably read the info online at some point, and I love getting information online, but there are some publications I just like being able to hold in my hands.

I got my magazine in the mail today, and I have to say that I think it's really lovely. A pricey magazine to be sure, but I find the content interesting and the articles well written. I was pleasantly surprised, as I did wonder whether I would come to regret my purchase. Count me in for wanting a loyalty program and a Disney museum, but, as someone who just joined D23 for the magazine, I'm content with the purchase so far.

[swarlock]

D23 magazine is at Barnes and Noble? I'll have to check it out.

[WriteDisney]

I have seen the D23 magazine in person at Barnes and Noble and I do not think it's worth $16.00. I don't care what kind of paper they used and I would not mind it if they had advertising in it. They could make the old Disney magazine for much less and I enjoyed it just as much, if not more.

Sadly... as D23 member I have to agree.. I like other unofficial Disney fan magazines more, I honestly haven't gotten around to really reading the D23 magazines yet. It might be worth it if you are in California to be able to get a chance to attend some of the cool stuff, but since I'm not, I'm kind of disappointed. It seems like something that might be worth it at the time, especially with all the promises of good things to come, but so far I don't think it's worth it and don't plan on renewing unless something better gets added to the membership.

[mainegal]

I am not able to take advantage of the D23 perks - money, time, distance.

I would like to look at the D23 magazine. I do not have a close by Barnes and Noble.

Would anyone like to let me borrow their copies? I would be very neat with them. Would not spill any cake or pie. Would send them back promptly.

[Yvet]

Please not again the whole story over and over.

Some people like the magazine (yeah for them).
Some people don't......


We all love each other and we eat peacefully cake and pie......

[safetymom]

Please not again the whole story over and over.

Some people like the magazine (yeah for them).
Some people don't......


We all love each other and we eat peacefully cake and pie......

I so agree with you!!!!!

[baby1disney]

OK...two things:

1) You can get the D23 magazine at your local Disney Store. At least here you can.

2) What is this Loyalty program everyone keeps talking about?? What exactly does this mean?

Thanks!!

[wdwowner]

OK...two things:

2) What is this Loyalty program everyone keeps talking about?? What exactly does this mean?

Thanks!!

There is no loyalty program with D23.

The loyalty program is something that the DIS Unplugged team wanted/expected/implied that D23 should have even before the announcement of D23. When the D23 club did not include it the DU team, mostly Pete, ripped the program from top to bottom many times over. Pretty much anyone who says anything about D23 never intending to have a loyalty program is looked down on.

D23 is about the entire Disney community, not just people who attend WDW or Disneyland often. Just look at the D23 Expo in a few weeks. The Expo line up of events, keynote talks and 3rd party vendors looks and sound amazing!!!! With all of the above and beyond things D23 has done and is doing, at some point I think some acknowledgment by the DU team is necessary. But I don't think that would happen, that would mean saying you were wrong to assume things.

I wish I could be there, but I will be WDW for my anniversary trip.

[luke]

With all of the above and beyond things D23 has done and is doing, at some point I think some acknowledgment by the DU team is necessary. But I don't think that would happen, that would mean saying you were wrong to assume things.



I know this is a dead horse being beaten, but I'm pretty sure some of the team (Pete?) acknowledged that D23 was looking a much better bet after some of the things they were doing was announced :)

:goodvibes

[baby1disney]

OK...I get all of that...but what does a loyalty program mean??? That's what I wanted to know....thanks everyone!!

[luke]

OK...I get all of that...but what does a loyalty program mean??? That's what I wanted to know....thanks everyone!!

As in people were hoping (before the announcement to what D23 would entail) that it would incorporate some kind of loyalty scheme (a la Starwpod points etc) for visitors to Disney parks :)

:goodvibes

[*NikkiBell*]

As far as a loyalty program goes, I'd like one for this...

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1039/1348120571_822678ec2b.jpg?v=0

[safetymom]

That cake looks good but I could go for some Key Lime Pie. Yummy.

[Mouse Skywalker]

Please not again the whole story over and over.

Some people like the magazine (yeah for them).
Some people don't......


We all love each other and we eat peacefully cake and pie......

I so agree with you!!!!!

There is no loyalty program with D23.

The loyalty program is something that the DIS Unplugged team wanted/expected/implied that D23 should have even before the announcement of D23. When the D23 club did not include it the DU team, mostly Pete, ripped the program from top to bottom many times over. Pretty much anyone who says anything about D23 never intending to have a loyalty program is looked down on.

D23 is about the entire Disney community, not just people who attend WDW or Disneyland often. Just look at the D23 Expo in a few weeks. The Expo line up of events, keynote talks and 3rd party vendors looks and sound amazing!!!! With all of the above and beyond things D23 has done and is doing, at some point I think some acknowledgment by the DU team is necessary. But I don't think that would happen, that would mean saying you were wrong to assume things.

I wish I could be there, but I will be WDW for my anniversary trip.I have to say I agree with Yvette and Kathy on this one. I don't feel like rehashing the whole D23 conversation again and again. Some people like D23 and some people don't feel like the $75 is worth it. We're a big community and are not going to agree on every issue. I, for one, have gotten more interested in Disney history since I became a special correspondent for the show. Researching into the history of things has helped me with interviews and in writing blogs. That being said, I don't think I see the need for me personally to join D23 (again, this is just me). I can purchase the magazine at Barnes&Noble if I want it, and I am interested in the Haunted Mansion article, and I can get tickets to the D23 Expo if I want to (albeit it for $7 more). So at this point, I'm not interested in joining D23. Although, I know a number of people have joined, and are very satisfied with their decision. Great.

[shellyminnie]

As far as a loyalty program goes, I'd like one for this...

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1039/1348120571_822678ec2b.jpg?v=0

:thumbsup2

[Madi100]

OK...I get all of that...but what does a loyalty program mean??? That's what I wanted to know....thanks everyone!!

I thought you worked in a hotel? Don't they have a loyalty program? You were talking about staying offsite, because you get such a low rate. I thought it was because you worked for the hotel chain. A loyalty program is something that rewards people for being loyal to their company. Like Baker's Square. They are a restaurant that also sells PIE. So, they might give you a punch card and when you've purchased ten pies, you get a free one.

Make sense? That way you're going to want to go to Baker's Square to get your pies instead of somewhere else. And, they are rewarding you for being a loyal customer.

[JeemaRee]

I'm all about the cake. But sometimes I like pie. Question...where does cheesecake REALLY belong? Is it a cake or a pie? I think it falls somewhere in between. It's like Switzerland. Guess I'll be cheesecake on this one.

[kab407]

Nikki - everytime I see that picture, I go into a chocolate coma. MMMMMMM....

[*NikkiBell*]

Cheesecake is 100% a cousin of CAKE hence the CAKE in cheeseCAKE! ;)

Kathy - You and me both, girl!

[Renysmom]

Please not again the whole story over and over.

Some people like the magazine (yeah for them).
Some people don't......


We all love each other and we eat peacefully cake and pie......

Are cupcakes ok this one time cause John made me a dozen last night after I commented that I havent had cake, pie or cookies and cupcakes in 4 months. I really need to make sure its okay to eat them ;

[baby1disney]

I thought you worked in a hotel? Don't they have a loyalty program? You were talking about staying offsite, because you get such a low rate. I thought it was because you worked for the hotel chain. A loyalty program is something that rewards people for being loyal to their company. Like Baker's Square. They are a restaurant that also sells PIE. So, they might give you a punch card and when you've purchased ten pies, you get a free one.

Make sense? That way you're going to want to go to Baker's Square to get your pies instead of somewhere else. And, they are rewarding you for being a loyal customer.


Ahhhh...ok I get it now. Yes..I do work for a hotel, but we call it something different. I just didn't realize it was the same thing. Thank you for pointing that out for me. If someone would've said a rewards program or something like that...I wouldn't have had to ask that dumb ol' question!!!:rotfl::lmao:

[JeemaRee]

Are cupcakes ok this one time cause John made me a dozen last night after I commented that I havent had cake, pie or cookies and cupcakes in 4 months. I really need to make sure its okay to eat them ;
cupcakes are definitely OK! Have one for me!! Yummmmyyyy!!!!!!

[Mouse Skywalker]

Cheesecake is 100% a cousin of CAKE hence the CAKE in cheeseCAKE! ;)But what about the graham cracker pie crust?

[Disneybridein2k3]

Everytime we get into this cake/pie/cheesecake discussion, everyone leaves out the AWESOME chocolate soufflé! Did I mention I had the recipe? ;)

http://www.dishizzle.com/sites/default/files/imagecache/image600x600/Roy's%2012.JPG

[Disneybridein2k3]

A loyalty program is something that rewards people for being loyal to their company. Like Baker's Square. They are a restaurant that also sells PIE. So, they might give you a punch card and when you've purchased ten pies, you get a free one.

Make sense? That way you're going to want to go to Baker's Square to get your pies instead of somewhere else. And, they are rewarding you for being a loyal customer.
:rotfl2:you crack me up Nicole!

[georgemoe]

A cannoli has cheese. Where does that fit? :confused3 (Other than in my mouth.) :goodvibes

[shellyminnie]

Everytime we get into this cake/pie/cheesecake discussion, everyone leaves out the AWESOME chocolate soufflé! Did I mention I had the recipe? ;)

http://www.dishizzle.com/sites/default/files/imagecache/image600x600/Roy's%2012.JPG

You're sharing this with the rest of us right?? :worship:

[Disneybridein2k3]

You're sharing this with the rest of us right?? :worship:
I'd be happy to share the recipe:
http://www.thefiengroup.com/roys.html

I promise it is easy peasy lemon squeezy!

[Becx N Gav]

Please not again the whole story over and over.

Some people like the magazine (yeah for them).
Some people don't......


We all love each other and we eat peacefully cake and pie......

Well hopefully we'll be eating some cake and/or pie together real soon :goodvibes

[guynwdm]

I'm all about the cake. But sometimes I like pie. Question...where does cheesecake REALLY belong? Is it a cake or a pie? I think it falls somewhere in between. It's like Switzerland. Guess I'll be cheesecake on this one.

I was thinking Cheesecake is it's own food group. It's a great source of calcium so that would make it a cure for brittle bones.... I am thinking that consuming large amounts might benefit when I am old and falling apart.... oh wait... i am already there. :rotfl:

[kab407]

A cannoli has cheese. Where does that fit? :confused3 (Other than in my mouth.) :goodvibes

In Italy. We'll get one in December to have with our limoncello.

Hi George!:hug:

[Princess Figment]

It's so true about cheesecake. It really is a cake AND A pie. It has a cake-like consistency and there's often fruit on it, like a pie. Now I want to skip lunch and go right to dessert.

Shout out to Kathy for bringing up the cake/pie issue on FB. The whole thing has just exploded all over the internet :-)

[DisneyKevin]

There is no loyalty program with D23.

The loyalty program is something that the DIS Unplugged team wanted/expected/implied that D23 should have even before the announcement of D23. When the D23 club did not include it the DU team, mostly Pete, ripped the program from top to bottom many times over. Pretty much anyone who says anything about D23 never intending to have a loyalty program is looked down on.

D23 is about the entire Disney community, not just people who attend WDW or Disneyland often. Just look at the D23 Expo in a few weeks. The Expo line up of events, keynote talks and 3rd party vendors looks and sound amazing!!!! With all of the above and beyond things D23 has done and is doing, at some point I think some acknowledgment by the DU team is necessary. But I don't think that would happen, that would mean saying you were wrong to assume things.

I wish I could be there, but I will be WDW for my anniversary trip.

I know that this is like the car wreck that I shouldn't look at....but I cant help myself. I've been laying face down for a week. Looking at anything is better than that.

How do you know what anyone intended D23 to be, other than conjecture?

Answer....you dont. You learned what it was the same time everyone else learned what it was. You decided after the announcement that it was right for you. Prior to the announcement, there was only speculation.

No one is looking down on anyone. We disagree....plain and simple. There is no value judgement. I dont think you are stupid for being a fan of D23. I just dont see it's value. If you do....HOORAY!!!!! BRAVO!!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

If you equate disagreement with looking down on you....how do you deal with elections, religious beliefs, sports or even which movie to see on Saturday night?

Nothing the Dis Unplugged team does really qualifies as "necessary", so I'm not exactly sure why you feel our approval is important.. I'm quite unclear as to what our "seal of approval" will do for you or D23.

I think that if you listen to the shows where D23 was dicussed, you will hear that we stated our opinions, stated what we hoped the program would include and stated why we were disappointed.

Opinions, hopes and disappointments are not assumptions.

As I have stated on more occasions than I can count.....I am thrilled that you feel D23 is the right thing for you.

[Madi100]

I know that this is like the car wreck that I shouldn't look at....but I cant help myself. I've been laying face down for a week. Looking at anything is better than that.

How do you know what anyone intended D23 to be, other than conjecture?

Answer....you dont. You learned what it was the same time everyone else learned what it was. You decided after the announcement that it was right for you. Prior to the announcement, there was only speculation.

No one is looking down on anyone. We disagree....plain and simple. There is no value judgement. I dont think you are stupid for being a fan of D23. I just dont see it's value. If you do....HOORAY!!!!! BRAVO!!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

If you equate disagreement with looking down on you....how do you deal with elections, religious beliefs, sports or even which movie to see on Saturday night?

Nothing the Dis Unplugged team does really qualifies as "necessary", so I'm not exactly sure why you feel our approval is important.. I'm quite unclear as to what our "seal of approval" will do for you or D23.

I think that if you listen to the shows where D23 was dicussed, you will hear that we stated our opinions, stated what we hoped the program would include and stated why we were disappointed.

Opinions, hopes and disappointments are not assumptions.

As I have stated on more occasions than I can count.....I am thrilled that you feel D23 is the right thing for you.


So, Kevin, while you are reading your D23 magazine, do you eat cake or pie?

[DisneyKevin]

So, Kevin, while you are reading your D23 magazine, do you eat cake or pie?

I'm bi-partisan.

Yesterday, I had a craving for donuts, so we went to Dunkin Donuts.

I ordered two for John and two for me. I mean really....who eats "A" donut?

As it was hot and both varieties invariably included chocolate frosting...I asked for a box, so that they wouldnt stick together.

I was told that "the smallest box holds 6 donuts and we cant put 4 in the box."

Do I have to tell you what happened?

We went home with 6 donuts.

Needless to say...all 6 are gone.

Hearing this....do you think I could ever make a decion regarding the great "cake vs. pie" debate?

[shellyminnie]

I'd be happy to share the recipe:
http://www.thefiengroup.com/roys.html

I promise it is easy peasy lemon squeezy!

Oh . . . um . . . the recipe . . .yeah that's what I meant :rolleyes1

:goodvibes Thanks Stacy!!

[baby1disney]

I'm bi-partisan.

Yesterday, I had a craving for donuts, so we went to Dunkin Donuts.

I ordered two for John and two for me. I mean really....who eats "A" donut?

As it was hot and both varieties invariably included chocolate frosting...I asked for a box, so that they wouldnt stick together.

I was told that "the smallest box holds 6 donuts and we cant put 4 in the box."

Do I have to tell you what happened?

We went home with 6 donuts.

Needless to say...all 6 are gone.

Hearing this....do you think I could ever make a decion regarding the great "cake vs. pie" debate?

AWESOME!!!!! That has happened to me sooo many times!!!:rotfl2::rotfl2:

My grandmother used to make this Oreo ice cream cake/pie thing and it was sooo good!!! I think she used to bak the pie like regular and then cut the bottom off...put it in a cookie crumb crust with Oreos and I believe..chocolate chip cookies mixed together. Then..she would slice the cake in three's spoon the ice cream and then freeze it for like 2 hours or something. Then right before she would serve it to me....she would drizzle HOT FUDGE ALL OVER IT!!!!:cloud9::cloud9::cloud9:

Man...I could go for that now!!!!

[disney13]

Surely there is a loyalty program of sorts at Disney World. It's called an Annual Pass. As a normal multi day ticket holder I don't get access to special annual passholder rates for hotels, I don't get special access to new/refurb attractions, I don't get access to the Tables in Wonderland card when dining at WDW, I don't get money off Cirque du Soleil or miniature golf or AMC theatres, I don't get money off in certain shops in Downtown Disney, I certainly don't save anything when taking tours or if I decide to play a round of golf and there's the money off the Spa's in WDW as well as the boat rentals discounts.

Let's all get off our D23 soap boxes. If you don't think it's money well spent, don't join. Simple. But also don't use a medium where people don't have a fair chance to reply to rants and raves about something that you don't like when they do just because it's not what YOU guys wanted. It's just plain boring.

[baby1disney]

Surely there is a loyalty program of sorts at Disney World. It's called an Annual Pass. As a normal multi day ticket holder I don't get access to special annual passholder rates for hotels, I don't get special access to new/refurb attractions, I don't get access to the Tables in Wonderland card when dining at WDW, I don't get money off Cirque du Soleil or miniature golf or AMC theatres, I don't get money off in certain shops in Downtown Disney, I certainly don't save anything when taking tours or if I decide to play a round of golf and there's the money off the Spa's in WDW as well as the boat rentals discounts.

Let's all get off our D23 soap boxes. If you don't think it's money well spent, don't join. Simple. But also don't use a medium where people don't have a fair chance to reply to rants and raves about something that you don't like when they do just because it's not what YOU guys wanted. It's just plain boring.

I 100% agree!!! :thumbsup2

[DisneyKevin]

Surely there is a loyalty program of sorts at Disney World. It's called an Annual Pass. As a normal multi day ticket holder I don't get access to special annual passholder rates for hotels, I don't get special access to new/refurb attractions, I don't get access to the Tables in Wonderland card when dining at WDW, I don't get money off Cirque du Soleil or miniature golf or AMC theatres, I don't get money off in certain shops in Downtown Disney, I certainly don't save anything when taking tours or if I decide to play a round of golf and there's the money off the Spa's in WDW as well as the boat rentals discounts.

Let's all get off our D23 soap boxes. If you don't think it's money well spent, don't join. Simple. But also don't use a medium where people don't have a fair chance to reply to rants and raves about something that you don't like when they do just because it's not what YOU guys wanted. It's just plain boring.

You usually dont have to pay for a "loyalty" program. It's the way a company shows appreciation for your continued business.

The person who visits Disney once or twice has the same opportunity to take advantage of the Annual Pass and it's perks as the person who visits 365 days out of every year. You certainly get more value with continued use....but it's not a loyalty program.

A medium where people dont have a chance to reply???? I'm pretty sure that's what has been provided to you, free of charge I might add, with this website.

As for being boring.....I dont listen or respond to things I find boring.

[luke]

I went into Krispy Kreme on Sunday to buy a donut and came out with a dozen, so I know how you feel Kevin :)

:goodvibes

[Becx N Gav]

I went into Krispy Kreme on Sunday to buy a donut and came out with a dozen, so I know how you feel Kevin :)

:goodvibes

I found out that Stansted Airport has a Krispy Kreme :goodvibes I am now even more excited about going to the Netherlands :yay:

[robind]

I'm bi-partisan.

Yesterday, I had a craving for donuts, so we went to Dunkin Donuts.

I ordered two for John and two for me. I mean really....who eats "A" donut?

As it was hot and both varieties invariably included chocolate frosting...I asked for a box, so that they wouldnt stick together.

I was told that "the smallest box holds 6 donuts and we cant put 4 in the box."

Do I have to tell you what happened?

We went home with 6 donuts.

Needless to say...all 6 are gone.

Hearing this....do you think I could ever make a decion regarding the great "cake vs. pie" debate?

I didn't even know you could get hot donuts at Dunkin Doughnuts - now I'll have to be on the lookout.

I went into Krispy Kreme on Sunday to buy a donut and came out with a dozen, so I know how you feel Kevin :)

:goodvibes

Last time I was there, I went to get a doz and came out with 2 doz - "would you like a dozen glazed with that for $1 off" DUH!!!

You really want to start a controversy - ask a southerner and a northerner - which is better - Dunkin' or Krispy Kreme :scared1:

[luke]

We're deprived up north so I have to go to Manchester for my fix, where there are two within a mile of each other!!!

:goodvibes

[disney13]

As for being boring.....I dont listen or respond to things I find boring.

But we don't know when you'll bring D23 back up again on the Podcasts without listening first! Can't you just agree that D23 isn't for any of you and forget about it until they improve it to your liking.

[disney13]

We're deprived up north so I have to go to Manchester for my fix, where there are two within a mile of each other!!!

:goodvibes

Don't they sell KC's in Tesco's up North? They do down South!

[DisneyKevin]

But we don't know when you'll bring D23 back up again on the Podcasts without listening first! Can't you just agree that D23 isn't for any of you and forget about it until they improve it to your liking.

D23 hasnt been discussed for months on the Podcast.

The only current discussion is being held here.

Have you read anything I've posted regarding whether D23 is "for me" or not?

I know it's arrogant to quote one's self....but this is what I said in post # 53.

"No one is looking down on anyone. We disagree....plain and simple. There is no value judgement. I dont think you are stupid for being a fan of D23. I just dont see it's value. If you do....HOORAY!!!!! BRAVO!!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!"

I said pretty much the same thing on March 19th....the first day of this thread.

[DisneyKevin]

I didn't even know you could get hot donuts at Dunkin Doughnuts - now I'll have to be on the lookout.

Miscommunication....

The temperature outside was hot....not the donuts.

Sorry.

[wdwfreeksince88]

I hope I don't step on any toes here with this comment. But why can't people understand these are opinions of the podcast crew??? They have said that numerous times but people keep complaining about them. Just like a couple of things that were said about dining reviews, it is the same with this. They have said that your opinion might differ from theirs. Which is the truth. Everyone is entitled to their opinion and I love reading them on here, just when you post them don't bash someone else for not agreeing with you.

[robind]

Miscommunication....

The temperature outside was hot....not the donuts.

Sorry.

Darn it Kevin, I got all excited :banana::banana::banana: just because I read it too fast.

But now I get what you mean, don't want that choclate melting on the way home, not that I have that particular problem, they usually don't make it home.

Hope you are feeling better and can't wait to hear you guys again.

[baby1disney]

I hope I don't step on any toes here with this comment. But why can't people understand these are opinions of the podcast crew??? They have said that numerous times but people keep complaining about them. Just like a couple of things that were said about dining reviews, it is the same with this. They have said that your opinion might differ from theirs. Which is the truth. Everyone is entitled to their opinion and I love reading them on here, just when you post them don't bash someone else for not agreeing with you.

::yes::::yes::::yes::::yes::

[disney13]

I hope I don't step on any toes here with this comment. But why can't people understand these are opinions of the podcast crew??? They have said that numerous times but people keep complaining about them. Just like a couple of things that were said about dining reviews, it is the same with this. They have said that your opinion might differ from theirs. Which is the truth. Everyone is entitled to their opinion and I love reading them on here, just when you post them don't bash someone else for not agreeing with you.

They are wrong sometimes you know. They're not Gods or anything. This, Disboards, Dreams etc is how they make their living.

[wdwfreeksince88]

They are wrong sometimes you know. They're not Gods or anything. This, Disboards, Dreams etc is how they make their living.

How can an opinion be wrong??? It is not a fact its an opinion which is a personal view.

[Renysmom]

I'm bi-partisan.

Yesterday, I had a craving for donuts, so we went to Dunkin Donuts.

I ordered two for John and two for me. I mean really....who eats "A" donut?

As it was hot and both varieties invariably included chocolate frosting...I asked for a box, so that they wouldnt stick together.

I was told that "the smallest box holds 6 donuts and we cant put 4 in the box."

Do I have to tell you what happened?

We went home with 6 donuts.

Needless to say...all 6 are gone.

Hearing this....do you think I could ever make a decion regarding the great "cake vs. pie" debate?


Want a cupcake?? I've got plenty :)

[DisneyKevin]

They are wrong sometimes you know. They're not Gods or anything. This, Disboards, Dreams etc is how they make their living.

Ok....I'll admit when I'm wrong.

I was wrong for getting involved in this conversation.....again.

I am also going to admit to being crushed to find out I'm not a God.

I'm being facetious due to the fact that my choices were silly or speechless.

[Madi100]

I'm bi-partisan.

Yesterday, I had a craving for donuts, so we went to Dunkin Donuts.

I ordered two for John and two for me. I mean really....who eats "A" donut?

As it was hot and both varieties invariably included chocolate frosting...I asked for a box, so that they wouldnt stick together.

I was told that "the smallest box holds 6 donuts and we cant put 4 in the box."

Do I have to tell you what happened?

We went home with 6 donuts.

Needless to say...all 6 are gone.

Hearing this....do you think I could ever make a decion regarding the great "cake vs. pie" debate?


So, cake AND pie. They just can't be touching each other :)

[Disneybridein2k3]

So, how are you feeling Kevin? Are you up to a "we're recording" thread tomorrow? :)

[DisneyKevin]

So, how are you feeling Kevin? Are you up to a "we're recording" thread tomorrow? :)

I dont know if I can do a "Recording Now" thread.

I'm a bit slower than normal and I think I'm only going to be good at one thing at a time.

Might have skip that this week.

[Disneybridein2k3]

I dont know if I can do a "Recording Now" thread.

I'm a bit slower than normal and I think I'm only going to be good at one thing at a time.

Might have skip that this week.
I can certainly understand that. You take care of yourself and know we are thinking of you.

[DavidandLeahZ]

I am also going to admit to being crushed to find out I'm not a God.


Is this now a discussion about religion? I don't think that's allowed.

;)

[CinderellasSister]

I dont know if I can do a "Recording Now" thread.

I'm a bit slower than normal and I think I'm only going to be good at one thing at a time.

Might have skip that this week.

We're just glad to have you back Kevin and that your recovery is going well for you. :thumbsup2

[baby1disney]

You guys are too funny!!!

Well....since everyone is passing around cakes and pies(I think "cakes and pies!!"is from a movie....but can't remember which one)...can I please have one?!?!

I'll even clean someone's whole house just to get a chocolate cake!!!:rotfl2:Not really playing.....have done it before....will DO it again.....:rolleyes1

[shellyminnie]

It's good to have you back Kevin :thumbsup2 We've missed you!! :hug:

[L.E. Ott]

Speaking of Donuts.....Little Debbie now makes a Blueberry Dunkin Stick!!

[krissy2803]

I am also going to admit to being crushed to find out I'm not a God.

:rolleyes: You had to say that. Don't want to blow your cover do ya? :rotfl:
Good to see you back Kevin. :thumbsup2

[mainegal]

I am also going to admit to being crushed to find out I'm not a God.




If John is a genius, why can't Kevin be a God?! :confused3

[Bornteach]

If John is a genius, why can't Kevin be a God?! :confused3


Lyn stole my thought! :)
:goodvibes

[Renysmom]

I dont know if I can do a "Recording Now" thread.

I'm a bit slower than normal and I think I'm only going to be good at one thing at a time.

Might have skip that this week.

Just post that the recording has started, we can do the rest on our own :goodvibes

PS. Glad your back :flower3:

[luke]

Don't they sell KC's in Tesco's up North? They do down South!

Sadly not, I get jealous anytime any of you Suv'ners talk about getting KK's in Tescos ;)

:goodvibes

[wishspirit]

I ordered two for John and two for me. I mean really....who eats "A" donut?

That would be me! :wave: I find doughnuts (I'm pretty sure that's how we spell it in the UK) really filling. I often only eat one! I like Krispie Kreams, but I will admit my favourites are 10 for 99p in Sainsburies, all covered in sugar! Yum!!!

I found out that Stansted Airport has a Krispy Kreme :goodvibes I am now even more excited about going to the Netherlands :yay:

Why oh why am I flying out of Gatwick in 3 1/2 weeks! :headache::goodvibes

They are wrong sometimes you know. They're not Gods or anything. This, Disboards, Dreams etc is how they make their living.

You really think that us guys think they are Gods?!? :lmao: We like and respect most of their opinions, not all, but most. That's why we listen. If you don't agree, don't listen!! You make the choice, don't have an argument that you don't like what you are hearing, there is an off button! *sigh* I don't mean to have a go, but I find it frustrating!

[Becx N Gav]

Sadly not, I get jealous anytime any of you Suv'ners talk about getting KK's in Tescos ;)

:goodvibes


It must be futher south than hear (Northampton) as we don't have them in our local Tesco :sad2:

That would be me! :wave: I find doughnuts (I'm pretty sure that's how we spell it in the UK) really filling. I often only eat one! I like Krispie Kreams, but I will admit my favourites are 10 for 99p in Sainsburies, all covered in sugar! Yum!!!



Why oh why am I flying out of Gatwick in 3 1/2 weeks! :headache::goodvibes



You really think that us guys think they are Gods?!? :lmao: We like and respect most of their opinions, not all, but most. That's why we listen. If you don't agree, don't listen!! You make the choice, don't have an argument that you don't like what you are hearing, there is an off button! *sigh* I don't mean to have a go, but I find it frustrating!

I love me some apple filled doughnuts :cloud9: But I do love the choices they have at Dunkin/Krispy :lovestruc

There is actually a Krispy Kreme at Gatwick - before security, it's down the end with the Frankie and Bennys and the internet kiosks :woohoo: I'm getting some there too - may have to get half a dozen for the flight :dance3:

[luke]

Just about to eat a Krispy Kreme now, mmmmm

:goodvibes

[*NikkiBell*]

I have yet to have a Krispy Kreme doughnut. The nearest we have them is about an hour or so away. Do they have them at the breakfast buffet at Boma?

[shellyminnie]

I have yet to have a Krispy Kreme doughnut. The nearest we have them is about an hour or so away. Do they have them at the breakfast buffet at Boma?

:scared1::scared1::scared1: This will so be rectified in Novemeber!!!!

[robind]

I have yet to have a Krispy Kreme doughnut. The nearest we have them is about an hour or so away. Do they have them at the breakfast buffet at Boma?

MMMM, don't know about Boma, but they have them on the cruise ship.


I love me some apple filled doughnuts :cloud9: But I do love the choices they have at Dunkin/Krispy :lovestruc

There is actually a Krispy Kreme at Gatwick - before security, it's down the end with the Frankie and Bennys and the internet kiosks :woohoo: I'm getting some there too - may have to get half a dozen for the flight :dance3:

I love the apple filled ones too. There was this little country store near where my cousin went to college that made apple donuts - they were very, very good.

And may I just say you people are making me HUNGRY!!! Cut it out.

[BRobson]

It must be futher south than hear (Northampton) as we don't have them in our local Tesco :sad2:



I love me some apple filled doughnuts :cloud9: But I do love the choices they have at Dunkin/Krispy :lovestruc

There is actually a Krispy Kreme at Gatwick - before security, it's down the end with the Frankie and Bennys and the internet kiosks :woohoo: I'm getting some there too - may have to get half a dozen for the flight :dance3:

I have never tasted Krispy Kreme - now I know they are at Gatwick I think I can recitify that in a few weeks

Thanks Becx ;)

[kymickeyfan717]

Krispy Kremes are the best when they are HOT. I live near a KK and it's hard not to stop when the "Hot Doughnuts" sign is on. My car has a mind of it's own and steers me in that direction. They just melt in your month - there is nothing better than that .

God - just thinking about it has my mouth watering for some .....:rotfl:

[OKW Lover]

A cannoli has cheese. Where does that fit? :confused3 (Other than in my mouth.) :goodvibes

That depends - what size was it? ;)


I'm bi-partisan.

Yesterday, I had a craving for donuts, so we went to Dunkin Donuts.

I ordered two for John and two for me. I mean really....who eats "A" donut?

As it was hot and both varieties invariably included chocolate frosting...I asked for a box, so that they wouldnt stick together.

I was told that "the smallest box holds 6 donuts and we cant put 4 in the box."

Do I have to tell you what happened?

We went home with 6 donuts.

Needless to say...all 6 are gone.

Hearing this....do you think I could ever make a decion regarding the great "cake vs. pie" debate?

That sounds like something that should be in a Dilbert comic strip.


Is this now a discussion about religion? I don't think that's allowed.

;)

Isn't pie vs cake a religious discussion? :cake:

[Madi100]

MMMM, don't know about Boma, but they have them on the cruise ship.





Seriously!!!! I think I went on a different cruise than everyone else. Where do you get Krispy Kreme's on the cruise???

[Cyrano]

I have yet to have a Krispy Kreme doughnut. The nearest we have them is about an hour or so away. Do they have them at the breakfast buffet at Boma?

Same here. Saw boxes of various varieties of doughnuts while in Orlando, but never felt we had missed anything by not trying them ;)

[daneenm]

Now, no one bite my head off but...

I do NOT understand the fascination with Krispy Kreme!!:confused3:confused3 Had them hot, had them warm, had them cold...really do not like them any way they have been served.

I can think of SO many better ways to used my calories :)

[robind]

Seriously!!!! I think I went on a different cruise than everyone else. Where do you get Krispy Kreme's on the cruise???

The donuts on the breakfast buffet - I saw the boxes.

[IWISHFORDISNEY]

Maybe it is a Northern thing but I much prefer Dunkin Donuts to Krispy Kreme's. Then again I like cake type donuts not the yeasty kind. My favorite is chocolate cake with peanuts Mmmmmm.

[Madi100]

Now, no one bite my head off but...

I do NOT understand the fascination with Krispy Kreme!!:confused3:confused3 Had them hot, had them warm, had them cold...really do not like them any way they have been served.

I can think of SO many better ways to used my calories :)


Hmm, I would bite your head off if you were a Krispy Kreme, but since you're not you're safe.

[robertgp124]

Now, no one bite my head off but...

I do NOT understand the fascination with Krispy Kreme!!:confused3:confused3 Had them hot, had them warm, had them cold...really do not like them any way they have been served.

I can think of SO many better ways to used my calories :)

Are you just talking the classic KK, or all varieties therein? DW and I rarely get the classic KK, we go for all the varieties. Nom, nom, nom...

And we gave up trying to get less than a half dozen years ago. We need some while we're still in the shop, one for the ride home, a late night snack... well, you get the picture.

Nom, nom, nom!

[tinkbutt]

a chocolate donut with chocolate frosting is the best!!!!

[tinkbutt]

Please not again the whole story over and over.

Some people like the magazine (yeah for them).
Some people don't......


We all love each other and we eat peacefully cake and pie......


I am with you on this!!!!

I didn't even know you could get hot donuts at Dunkin Doughnuts - now I'll have to be on the lookout.



Last time I was there, I went to get a doz and came out with 2 doz - "would you like a dozen glazed with that for $1 off" DUH!!!

You really want to start a controversy - ask a southerner and a northerner - which is better - Dunkin' or Krispy Kreme :scared1:


Speaking of donuts has anyone tried Fractured Prune donuts I hear they are amazing and one just opened up here I am trying to get over there soon!! they serve fresh to your order donuts!!! HOT!!!

Ok....I'll admit when I'm wrong.

I was wrong for getting involved in this conversation.....again.

I am also going to admit to being crushed to find out I'm not a God.

I'm being facetious due to the fact that my choices were silly or speechless.


But kevin you guys are so close to Gods you can see where we get confused sometimes!!:laughing:

[A.Mickey]

The donuts on the breakfast buffet - I saw the boxes.

I think I need to go to breakfast on PCC 2.0 :). YUM!! Unlimited Krispy Kremes!!

[3DisneyKids]

I am not able to take advantage of the D23 perks - money, time, distance.

I would like to look at the D23 magazine. I do not have a close by Barnes and Noble.

Would anyone like to let me borrow their copies? I would be very neat with them. Would not spill any cake or pie. Would send them back promptly.

Not sure where in Central Maine you are, but they have the big chain bookstores in both Augusta and Bangor.

[dgthree]

Maybe it is a Northern thing but I much prefer Dunkin Donuts to Krispy Kreme's.

Maybe for the cakey donuts. But I'm a yeasty donut fan, and IMO, a chocolate-frosted, custard filled Krispy Kreme beats a Dunkin' Boston Cream donut hands down. Then again, I wouldn't turn either one down if they were offered. There aren't any KK stores in my part of NJ, so I can't afford to be too picky, y'know? =)

Ah... last time I had Krispy Kreme? In MCO, waiting for my flight home.

[basketlacey]

Ok, I really really want a donut now! And that really doesn't fit in all that well with my Weight Watchers plan. UGH

For the record, my all time favorite is a KK Glazed Kreme Filled YUMMMMMM

[rtobe]

Nikki - everytime I see that picture, I go into a chocolate coma. MMMMMMM....
Me too. Thank goodness the photo doesn't have calories ... or does it? That would explain lots.

[challer]

Ok....I'll admit when I'm wrong.

I was wrong for getting involved in this conversation.....again.


While you are on the mend, might as well practice getting back into the disboards swing by having conversations you've had before... over & over again.

I don't get the feeling that people need to prove one's opinions one way or another in this place regarding D23 or iPhones.
:confused3