Disney News, Discussion & an Element of Fun - 2023 Edition

[HokieRaven5]

Shanghai Disney Resort revealed a new look at the world's first Zootopia-themed land, including a brand new look at the land's main attraction "Zootopia: Hot Pursuit" -- all set to open later this year.





Scott Gustin

 

[rangerxenos]

Good Morning?

 

[HokieRaven5]

“Jumbeaux's Café” will serve Jumbo-Pops and Pawpsicles as seen in the movie when the Zootopia-themed land opens later this year.



Scott Gustin

 

[HokieRaven5]

Shanghai Disney Resort Reveals Attraction Details, Dining Experiences and More for Zootopia, a New Themed Land

We are thrilled to share a first look of all that’s soon to come to Zootopia, opening by the end of this year in Shanghai Disney Resort. We are on the road to Destination D23 and to celebrate, we have the exclusive details on all the new experiences coming to the land from Zootopia: Hot Pursuit, a brand-new attraction and unique entertainment to merchandise and fully Zootopified food and beverage experiences — let’s dive right in!

Save the day on Zootopia: Hot Pursuit Attraction​

Get ready to become a rookie police officer at the Zootopia Police Department (ZPD)! Set after the Walt Disney Animation Studios film’s timeline, residents of Zootopia are gearing up for a big concert celebrating Zootopia Day featuring Gazelle.

When you walk into the ZPD for orientation, you’ll be greeted by Officer Clawhauser. Suddenly, an alarm sounds and you’ll be whisked away to an emergency briefing delivered by Chief Bogo where you’ll learn that Gazelle has been kidnapped — on the day of the anticipated concert!

Before you know it, you’ll be assigned to back up Officer Judy Hopps and her partner, Nick Wilde, now officially a police officer, in an action-filled police chase. Here you will traverse across Zootopia’s iconic terrains, sliding across the ice of Tundra Town, prowling for fugitives through the streets of Sahara Square, sharing a too-close-for-comfort encounter at Mystic Springs Oasis, and plummeting from the canopies of the Rainforest District all in pursuit of Bellwether and her gang to track down Gazelle.

Meet and interact with many of your favorite characters from Zootopia​

One-of-a-kind live entertainment experiences await, bringing Disney Animation’s Zootopia and its residents to life! Catch a glimpse of many of your favorite characters, including Fru Fru and her father Mr. Big, along with Koslov the polar bear, Flash the sloth, Yax the yak, Duke Weaselton the weasel, and even the Hopps family who appear to interact amongst themselves (and sometimes even with you!) throughout the day from the windows of Zootopia’s beautifully iconic buildings.

You’ll also be able to take a selfie with Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde at the Zootopia Recruitment Station. Who wouldn’t want a photo with this fun duo?!

Familiar treats and shopping awaits​

We wanna try everything on offer at Zootopia! So many delicious Zootopified food and beverage offerings await at Jumbeaux’s Cafe, an ice cream shop that fans of the movie may recognize.

Enjoy a sweet yet tart paw-shaped Disney Zootopia popsicle, as seen in the Walt Disney Animation Studios film, grab a Chocolate Marshmallow to fuel your park adventures, or try Officer Clawhauser’s favorite donuts!

After satisfying your taste buds, why not indulge in a little shopping? Head into Fashions by Fru Fru, owned by resident fashionista, Fru Fru, which is right by the entrance of Mane Street. Shop for the perfect gifts for family and friends amongst hundreds of different themed products including the Zootopia Cute collection as well as fun new headwear, apparel, accessories and more. Inside the store, you’ll also find two special areas themed after Yax and Duke Weaselton.

We can’t wait for you to experience all that Zootopia at Shanghai Disney Resort has to offer! Be sure to bookmark the Disney Parks Blog where you can get the inside scoop on this immersive new land, coming soon.

 

[mdmost]

That's definitely what the Dino Land is going to turn into at AK. You can even see how the ride matches up with Dinosaur.

 

[HokieRaven5]

That's definitely what the Dino Land is going to turn into at AK. You can even see how the ride matches up with Dinosaur.

The attraction itself looks more like Rise of the Resistance than Dinosaur. It’s a trackless dark ride and features a drop.

Vehicles are also similar to Rise with 2 rows of 4 where Indy/Dinosaur is 3 rows.

 

[Naomeri]

It’s more like Rise of the Resistance than Dinosaur. It’s a trackless dark ride and features a drop.

Vehicles are also similar to Rise with 2 rows of 4 where Indy/Dinosaur is 3 rows.

Let’s just hope that if we get it, it’s less temperamental than Rise

 

[HokieRaven5]

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[MusketeerGoofy]

Zootopia Land actually looks excellent and would fit well in AK where Dinoland is now. Poor Dinosaur's days are numbered though.

I don't think they would spend money on a retheme of Dinosaur at this point, I think this new trackless attraction will built in the same building (like Runaway Railway was in HS).

 

[Smugpugmug]

That's definitely what the Dino Land is going to turn into at AK. You can even see how the ride matches up with Dinosaur.

And just like current day Dinosaur, those animatronics in the queue and possibly in the ride will break down and never work again.

 

[HopperFan]

Shanghai Disney Resort revealed a new look at the world's first Zootopia-themed land, including a brand new look at the land's main attraction "Zootopia: Hot Pursuit" -- all set to open later this year.

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Scott Gustin

Looks very much like a Universal designed land

 

[Smugpugmug]

Looks very much like a Universal designed land

Nah, there are too many animatronics in the attraction to be at a Universal park.

 

[HopperFan]

Nah, there are too many animatronics in the attraction to be at a Universal park.

I am not speaking specifically to the rides or anything else inside the buildings. I'm talking about the land itself, the design and layout. Reminds me of a mix between Seussville and Super Hero Land. I get it is a cartoonish based theme but just a "who designed this" I go straight to Universal.

And at this point not sure animatronics are a good plus since last few trips two MAJOR animatronics in Galaxy Edge have been covered up.

 

[Smugpugmug]

I am not speaking specifically to the rides or anything else inside the buildings. I'm talking about the land itself, the design and layout. Reminds me of a mix between Seussville and Super Hero Land. I get it is a cartoonish based theme but just a "who designed this" I go straight to Universal.

And at this point not sure animatronics are a good plus since last few trips two MAJOR animatronics in Galaxy Edge have been covered up.

I understood what you meant - was just adding some humor lol I also fully expect those large figures to stop working within a year if this came to AK.

I think this looks fine. I think it's an improvement over something like Toy Story Land which IMO looks very lazy and slapped together theming wise.

 

[HopperFan]

I understood what you meant - was just adding some humor lol I also fully expect those large figures to stop working within a year if this came to AK.

Question? TRON could not come to us for what 7 years. Will our potential for Zootopia at least 7 years out? Blocking a land likely harder than blocking a ride, and our rides could be totally different. Or is this just another Disney telling us LOOK WHAT YOU ARE GETTING, then whispering in seven years.

I think this looks fine. I think it's an improvement over something like Toy Story Land which IMO looks very lazy and slapped together theming wise.

I hated Toy Story Land when it was announced and first built. I hate these copycat lands and rides, it always feels like sloppy seconds and unimaginative.

BUT at this point I just look at it for what it is ... Andy's toys in the backyard - a kid designed setup. It is what one would expect from that. I think they could have created more shade with some giant monkey grass or "bushes" but it's not as bad as AK Dinoland or much of the sadness of EPCOT. Gosh, even TRON is a lazy ride when you look at Guardians and Hagrids.

 

[mdmost]

The meet and greet area reminds me of the character interaction area near the Secret Life of Pets ride in Universal Hollywood. It's a small area where the characters are above you on a balcony and interact with guests.

 

[Smugpugmug]

Question? TRON could not come to us for what 7 years. Will our potential for Zootopia at least 7 years out? Blocking a land likely harder than blocking a ride, and our rides could be totally different. Or is this just another Disney telling us LOOK WHAT YOU ARE GETTING, then whispering in seven years.


I hated Toy Story Land when it was announced and first built. I hate these copycat lands and rides, it always feels like sloppy seconds and unimaginative.

BUT at this point I just look at it for what it is ... Andy's toys in the backyard - a kid designed setup. It is what one would expect from that. I think they could have created more shade with some giant monkey grass or "bushes" but it's not as bad as AK Dinoland or much of the sadness of EPCOT. Gosh, even TRON is a lazy ride when you look at Guardians and Hagrids.

I wouldn't expect any new land by like, 2026. I believe there is a deal where rides from Shanghai cannot be cloned for a certain amount of time but even then Disney would need to start putting shovels in the ground TODAY to have anything built "soon", whatever that means for WDW these days.

If it makes you feel better (or worse), the Toy Story Land in HS is the best version of the land. The ones in the international parks look awful.

 

[HokieRaven5]

I wouldn't expect any new land by like, 2026. I believe there is a deal where rides from Shanghai cannot be cloned for a certain amount of time but even then Disney would need to start putting shovels in the ground TODAY to have anything built "soon", whatever that means for WDW these days.

If it makes you feel better (or worse), the Toy Story Land in HS is the best version of the land. The ones in the international parks look awful.

It’s at least 5 years if that applies for Zootopia. It’s why Tron originally was going to be at the earliest October 2021. Obviously a lot happened in between.

 

[HokieRaven5]

Walt Disney World Resort announces special merchandise event exclusively for Annual Passholders

Walt Disney World Resort has announced a special merchandise event for Annual Passholders from September 20 to September 23, 2023, taking place at the AdventHealth Arena within the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. The event will be open daily from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm.

Highlights of the Event​

• Exclusive Merchandise: Passholders will have early access to newly released trading pins and Pandora charms such as EPCOT Reimagined, Journey to Imagination with Figment, Minnie Mouse Bride, and Grogu Rose Gold.
• Special Pandora Charm: A unique charm will be available only for Walt Disney World Resort Annual Passholders.
• Discounts: The event will feature 60% off on select merchandise, including certain apparel, 50th Anniversary goods, Loungefly items, and Dooney & Bourke fashions.
• Photo Opportunities: Special photo ops will be available to commemorate the event.
• Food and Beverage: A range of special food and beverage offerings will also be available for purchase.

A virtual queue will be in place for this event. Passholders will need to use the My Disney Experience app to join the virtual queue; a standby queue will not be available.

Here's how it works:

• You can request to join the virtual queue for this event starting at 8:00 am on the day of the event.
• You do not need to be at Walt Disney World Resort to join the virtual queue.
• Once your group is called, you’ll have up to 2 hours to check in at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. This merchandise event ends at 7:00 pm, so be sure to allow enough time for you to shop.

 

[HokieRaven5]

The #DisneyTreasure will feature a Coco-themed restaurant, a Tomorrow Tower Suite inspired by EPCOT, a Jungle Cruise-inspired lounge, and more. The maiden voyage will be on Dec. 21, 2024. The ship will sail on 7-night voyages from Port Canaveral.



Scott Gustin