News Round Up 2016

[jknc]

are you TRYING to prove a point or something?

Not calling anyone out specifically but I've seen numerous posters (not just this thread) make it a point to say Disney doesn't announce opening dates unless they are absolutely certain.

 

[rteetz]

Not calling anyone out specifically but I've seen numerous posters (not just this thread) make it a point to say Disney doesn't announce opening dates unless they are absolutely certain.

Usually that is the case though. This show saw technical difficulties after the announcement of the opening date.

 

[Eoghann]

Not calling anyone out specifically but I've seen numerous posters (not just this thread) make it a point to say Disney doesn't announce opening dates unless they are absolutely certain.

They could have been certain and been wrong. It's unusual but it happens.

Companies generally don't announce launch dates they expect to miss. That would just be stupid.

 

[bbmassey]

Will the ROL delay also push back the other aspects of the night time expansion?

 

[SureAsLiz]

Will the ROL delay also push back the other aspects of the night time expansion?

All new nighttime experiences are delayed. This includes the nighttime safari, the tree of life lighting, and the various street entertainment acts

 

[jlundeen]

FWIW, Early Morning Magic dates were released today....

https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/early-morning-magic/

is there a thread dedicated to this? Wondering what happens to my early BOG resv and what happens after we eat...will we be allowed to get in lines, or will we be held until rope drop?

 

[jknc]

is there a thread dedicated to this? Wondering what happens to my early BOG resv and what happens after we eat...will we be allowed to get in lines, or will we be held until rope drop?

You will be held prisoner in Beasts Castle until the 1% have finished riding a better themed version of Barnstormer.

In all seriousness, I feel for folks who made plans months ago only to have them potentially crushed by this event.

 

[jlundeen]

You will be held prisoner in Beasts Castle until the 1% have finished riding a better themed version of Barnstormer.

In all seriousness, I feel for folks who made plans months ago only to have them potentially crushed by this event.

Between this and the Rivers of Light postponement, it just hasn't been a great day!

 

[Tam&Sam]

Photo Update

Avatar aerial photos

http://wdwnt.com/blog/2016/04/photo...andora-the-world-of-avatar-at-animal-kingdom/

Would you happen to know what the big beige building next to the floating mountains in the forefront left side of the picture is? Will that hold the water ride or is it a backstage area?

 

[luisov]

Film and TV

Early reviews for Disney's live-action adaptation The Jungle Book are in! With 12 reviews counted so far, the film has a 100% fresh rate at Rotten Tomatoes. I've heard some really positive reactions to this film. http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_jungle_book_2016/

The Jungle Book hits theaters on April 15th.

Also important to note is that Walt Disney Animation Studios' 55th film, Zootopia, has reached 800 million dollars at the international box office today, making it the second most successful film in the studios' history just behind Frozen.

 

[Sweettears]

News

Tiffins first look at the menu

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/b...-globe-wine-list-focuses-on-environmentality/

Looks promising at first glance.

 

[adam.adbe]

is there a thread dedicated to this? Wondering what happens to my early BOG resv and what happens after we eat...will we be allowed to get in lines, or will we be held until rope drop?

I don't think that's been made official yet. However since BoG only lets you out a short while before rope-drop anyway, my guess is that either:

1) it'll be just like CRT where (if I understand correctly) you can't leave until rope-drop.

2) nothing will change, because you'll be held in the regular standby lines waiting while the EMM people use the FP lines.

From Disney's POV, #1 makes the most sense, as it discourages the $10 no-shows, and those who order the smallest cheapest item for breakfast. I'm sure they're aware that pre-park BoG will take something of a hit, but they're making up the losses there from the EMM tickets, and those people who do choose a pre-park BoG breakfast are likely to be higher spenders.

I'm thinking option #2 though, as BoG might get kind of messy if forced to act as a holding pen.


Aside: Honestly, for me, if option #1 were the case, I'd still consider doing BoG as it gets pretty much all the advantages of rope-drop, without the aggro of actually dealing with rope-drop (plus the quiet time to take some empty park photos). Disney are probably banking on people like me to make up the numbers.

 

[CamilaGS]

Film and TV

Early reviews for Disney's live-action adaptation The Jungle Book are in! With 12 reviews counted so far, the film has a 100% fresh rate at Rotten Tomatoes. I've heard some really positive reactions to this film. http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_jungle_book_2016/

The Jungle Book hits theaters on April 15th.

Also important to note is that Walt Disney Animation Studios' 55th film, Zootopia, has reached 800 million dollars at the international box office today, making it the second most successful film in the studios' history just behind Frozen.

I'm excited about this. I've loved the animated version since I was a little girl and from the trailer I gather they made a great job with the live action version. The boy that plays Mowgli is adorable!

 

[soniam]

is there a thread dedicated to this? Wondering what happens to my early BOG resv and what happens after we eat...will we be allowed to get in lines, or will we be held until rope drop?

I am curious too, since I have one in July.

I don't think that's been made official yet. However since BoG only lets you out a short while before rope-drop anyway, my guess is that either:

1) it'll be just like CRT where (if I understand correctly) you can't leave until rope-drop.

2) nothing will change, because you'll be held in the regular standby lines waiting while the EMM people use the FP lines.

From Disney's POV, #1 makes the most sense, as it discourages the $10 no-shows, and those who order the smallest cheapest item for breakfast. I'm sure they're aware that pre-park BoG will take something of a hit, but they're making up the losses there from the EMM tickets, and those people who do choose a pre-park BoG breakfast are likely to be higher spenders.

I'm thinking option #2 though, as BoG might get kind of messy if forced to act as a holding pen.


Aside: Honestly, for me, if option #1 were the case, I'd still consider doing BoG as it gets pretty much all the advantages of rope-drop, without the aggro of actually dealing with rope-drop (plus the quiet time to take some empty park photos). Disney are probably banking on people like me to make up the numbers.

I mainly want to do it for park pics. So, if it seems I wouldn't be able to do that, I would probably cancel. Otherwise, like you, I would probably do it, at least this once. We have never done it before. I don't mind rope drop though and usually try to hit AM EMH.

 

[luisov]

I'm excited about this. I've loved the animated version since I was a little girl and from the trailer I gather they made a great job with the live action version. The boy that plays Mowgli is adorable!

I was kind of nervous with the idea that they would take the charm from the original film out of this adaptation, but I've heard that it's actually a quite emotional and charming film with really impressive visuals.

 

[rteetz]

Would you happen to know what the big beige building next to the floating mountains in the forefront left side of the picture is? Will that hold the water ride or is it a backstage area?

Beige building is the flying banshee ride. The smaller building connected to it is the boat ride.

 

[SouthFayetteFan]

I read that but I'm not in agreement. Yes Disney is a business yes cuts are normal but not like this. You also don't normally have a 5+ billion dollar resort opening behind schedule and way over cost. Those costs have to be made up somewhere.

I agree with Ryan here 100%.

While I don't have experience managing a company the size of Disney, at my previous company (~$75million revenue for comparison purposes) I was part of the senior management team and a capital project running behind schedule and over budget would impact operating decisions.
#1 - being behind schedule affects operating results in that revenue and income from the project is delayed.
#2 and to me certainly the biggest factor is that over budget = costs more cash. These articles seem to ignore the fact that this whole thing is sucking up cash (not that Disney is necessarily struggling) but cash flow is always an important metric.

What's the easiest way to offset a project that is sucking up cash...oh I dunno, maybe find a way to generate some quick revenue (see: price increases, magic morning and special event evening crap, etc.) OR maybe find a way to save on some expenses quickly (see: cut labor by running rides at less than capacity, eliminate atmosphere entertainment, don't have greeters at resorts, cut down park hours, etc.) OR if you're Disney do both...have your cake and eat it too.

 

[DDLand]

Photo Update/News
MiceChat has a photo update with concept art that was put up for Toy Story. It looks like everyone was wrong. SWL is probably going into LMA area. That means construction can start much sooner...
http://micechat.com/123123-major-change-disneys-hollywood-studios/

Also photos here:
http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions...ws-changes-from-the-original-announcement.htm

Also as a reminder there's been some changes to Toy Story Land that can be seen in the photos too.

 

[jlundeen]

I don't think that's been made official yet. However since BoG only lets you out a short while before rope-drop anyway, my guess is that either:

1) it'll be just like CRT where (if I understand correctly) you can't leave until rope-drop.

2) nothing will change, because you'll be held in the regular standby lines waiting while the EMM people use the FP lines.

From Disney's POV, #1 makes the most sense, as it discourages the $10 no-shows, and those who order the smallest cheapest item for breakfast. I'm sure they're aware that pre-park BoG will take something of a hit, but they're making up the losses there from the EMM tickets, and those people who do choose a pre-park BoG breakfast are likely to be higher spenders.

I'm thinking option #2 though, as BoG might get kind of messy if forced to act as a holding pen.


Aside: Honestly, for me, if option #1 were the case, I'd still consider doing BoG as it gets pretty much all the advantages of rope-drop, without the aggro of actually dealing with rope-drop (plus the quiet time to take some empty park photos). Disney are probably banking on people like me to make up the numbers.

Thanks for the reply. I'm thinking we'll probably hang on to our 8:05 reservation, and see what happens. We booked this so long ago, with the intention of actually trying the breakfast at BOG, and yes, to have a slight advantage over the rope drop crowds for the first few minutes after opening. Everyone else had the same opportunity to book as we did, we just were on top of our planning and snagged the reservation right away.

And, for the record, we just pre-ordered online this week - $100+ total easily for our meals.

If they did not want people gaming the system by booking the breakfast only to take the no-show fee, or order a tiny thing and dash to the rides, then I think they could have set it up differently. Perhaps a prix fixe meal, or fully paid in advance, etc...

 

[circus4u]

Disney, SeaWorld employees arrested in sex sting
http://www.cnn.com/2016/04/05/us/florida-sex-sting/index.html