~I just learned about the "BIG" news that Universal is suppose to announce on November 1st. With this information, I just can't help but think that this "leak" is strategic and intentional -- couple that with the images of the New Test Track entrance that were posted today, which will also coincidentally be unveiled this week, leads me to believe all of this is another chess move in Disney's subtle way of "answering" Universal. But, will it be enough???
~Universal fans have [BIG] expectations for Phase II, plus a bonus Transformers ride! So, far I think Universal is winning the battle among hottest new attractions, but over time Disney will slowly win the war by consistently plussing all four parks. Avatar alone may not be able to take down Potter. The plans are nice enough, but I don't see $500,000,000 (half a billion), at least not yet. But a collective effort of various new attractions and features could prove to be a formidable force in silencing
the Beast that is The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. I am hoping for a "bonus" third attraction for Avatarland, a real E ticket attraction. Cedar Point is unveiling an amazing new Winged Coaster called the "GateKeeper" in 2013. This coaster would be great with an AVATAR theme.
~The price tag for this coaster is just under $30 Million! I know its basic and in typical Cedar Point fashion, they will drop this coaster right on the ground under the HOT sun, lol. Obviously, it's not "Disney" and the coaster will more than likely lack those "immersive" details and elaborate queues, but, it's a record breaker and still super impressive.
~As a bit of an aside, I would also love to see Monster's Inc or Wreck It Ralph expanded upon at DHS. A coaster/and or thrill ride and a few family rides would be awesome! Anyway, I'm excited and can't wait to hear more details on Avatarland!!!