wijkowski
999 miles from the magic.
- Joined
- Sep 27, 2007
1. We stayed at the Polynesian for the first time. A very nice resort, but honestly not worth the price (we booked at 35% off the rack rate). I will post a detailed review of the Polynesian in the resorts board. We could have booked two vacations at a moderate for the price paid at the Polynesian.
2. Seems as though the on site food quality is improving. We did most meals on site and the food was better than years past. I will post details and photos in the restaurant board.
3. I posted it last year, and the same holds true this year - EPCOT needs a serious shot in the arm. A new country (or two) and maybe an Imagination pavilion refurb. It may also be time to re-think Innoventions, it is just not as good as years past. The SSE descent just pains me every time!
4. MNSSHP - We went in 2004 and again this year. The 2004 party was much more enjoyable. The lighting in 2004 was more "ominous" and better themed. In addition, the candy was "higher end" (full sized chocolate bars, etc.). We did see a few guests with incredible costumes. I still recommend it, but the price is climbing to a point of a "maybe" next time.
5. The merchandise selection is improving, but still not as good in years past. I like to purchase WDW pocket watches and every store in every park had the same three. In years past, there were several unique versions in each park.
6. Star Tours 2 was great. Would love to see more merchandise in Tatooine Traders.
7. The Haunted Mansion graveyard queue is nice. Would love to see a dedicated merchandise shop with expanded offerings. The cart outside was 80% Nightmare Before Christmas items.
8. The animals on safari were very active. We were able to see the "Tommies" at full speed. Seeing these animals at full speed cutting to the left and right is NOTHING like watching them on TV - it is an impressive sight.
9. Not a fan of the doors on the trams. I am sure the decision to install them had to be some sort of liability issue, so I can understand why they were installed.
10. Cast members seemed to be much "happier" and into their jobs than years past. Everyone we walked past, whether a popcorn cart attendant or Manager, greeted us with a happy tone and seemed to enjoy being a cast member.
Let me know if you have any questions.
Ron
2. Seems as though the on site food quality is improving. We did most meals on site and the food was better than years past. I will post details and photos in the restaurant board.
3. I posted it last year, and the same holds true this year - EPCOT needs a serious shot in the arm. A new country (or two) and maybe an Imagination pavilion refurb. It may also be time to re-think Innoventions, it is just not as good as years past. The SSE descent just pains me every time!
4. MNSSHP - We went in 2004 and again this year. The 2004 party was much more enjoyable. The lighting in 2004 was more "ominous" and better themed. In addition, the candy was "higher end" (full sized chocolate bars, etc.). We did see a few guests with incredible costumes. I still recommend it, but the price is climbing to a point of a "maybe" next time.
5. The merchandise selection is improving, but still not as good in years past. I like to purchase WDW pocket watches and every store in every park had the same three. In years past, there were several unique versions in each park.
6. Star Tours 2 was great. Would love to see more merchandise in Tatooine Traders.
7. The Haunted Mansion graveyard queue is nice. Would love to see a dedicated merchandise shop with expanded offerings. The cart outside was 80% Nightmare Before Christmas items.
8. The animals on safari were very active. We were able to see the "Tommies" at full speed. Seeing these animals at full speed cutting to the left and right is NOTHING like watching them on TV - it is an impressive sight.
9. Not a fan of the doors on the trams. I am sure the decision to install them had to be some sort of liability issue, so I can understand why they were installed.
10. Cast members seemed to be much "happier" and into their jobs than years past. Everyone we walked past, whether a popcorn cart attendant or Manager, greeted us with a happy tone and seemed to enjoy being a cast member.
Let me know if you have any questions.
Ron
