News Round Up 2016

[Tigger's ally]

You know, I just realized something. And I'm sure that others will disagree with me, but between Mexico, Norway and China, I find very little reason to even go over on that side of the WC anymore.

Restaurants are mediocre at best, (just my opinion - I know some folks LOVE them, just like I really like Tony's and others rank it in the top 5 worst in all of WDW....), shopping areas hold no interest for me, and the rides are also not my thing. Since I don't have small children, I see no reason to even go near Norway.

The acrobats and dancers in China are interesting, and I like the Margarita's from the vendor at Mexico...but that's about it.

Don't mean to be a downer on these, it's just my opinion. Not trying to step on anyone else's likes/loves...

LaCava in and of itself is enough to draw me from Illinois. Arggggggghhhhhhh!

 

[Tigger's ally]

I believe she prefers "Old Hag" ........ in lieu of "Witch". Old "lady" could be misleading. She's no lady.

Can you call her Mother in Law?

 

[HopperFan]

Can you call her Mother in Law?

YES, you may, and if it applies, peace be with you.

 

[jlundeen]

Well that's the about the same distance as between Mexico and Canada which has no countries. That said-we will soon find out if you are in the minority on this, unless that's your point.

I probably am...and that's ok...there's something for everyone to like in WDW, right? And I can certainly find stuff between Canada and Germany to enjoy...

 

[jade1]

I probably am...and that's ok...there's something for everyone to like in WDW, right? And I can certainly find stuff between Canada and Germany to enjoy...

Entirely OK, was just wondering if you meant "Frozen" can only help that area, or if you meant even as Maelstrom the area could just as well be landscaping to you.

 

[HuskieJohn]

You know, I just realized something. And I'm sure that others will disagree with me, but between Mexico, Norway and China, I find very little reason to even go over on that side of the WC anymore.

Restaurants are mediocre at best, (just my opinion - I know some folks LOVE them, just like I really like Tony's and others rank it in the top 5 worst in all of WDW....), shopping areas hold no interest for me, and the rides are also not my thing. Since I don't have small children, I see no reason to even go near Norway.

The acrobats and dancers in China are interesting, and I like the Margarita's from the vendor at Mexico...but that's about it.

Don't mean to be a downer on these, it's just my opinion. Not trying to step on anyone else's likes/loves...

As of now for our 2020 trip we are planning on skipping EPCOT all together. For our first trip in 2015 it was ok but it really didn't offer us much.

 

[jlundeen]

Entirely OK, was just wondering if you meant "Frozen" can only help that area, or if you meant even as Maelstrom the area could just as well be landscaping to you.

I had been skipping Maelstrom for years, but did visit the shops before the Frozen overkill. Don't get me wrong, I liked the movie, but not the total inundation. I know many feel differently, so will just avoid it myself. There is plenty to keep me entertained elsewhere, and if tons of folks are hitting Norway, that may mean fewer are in my favorite spots. Glass is still half full! Won't say with which beverage....

 

[jade1]

I had been skipping Maelstrom for years, but did visit the shops before the Frozen overkill. Don't get me wrong, I liked the movie, but not the total inundation. I know many feel differently, so will just avoid it myself. There is plenty to keep me entertained elsewhere, and if tons of folks are hitting Norway, that may mean fewer are in my favorite spots. Glass is still half full! Won't say with which beverage....

Gotcha, wasn't sure of the angle (although shops at Mexico and China?).

Agreed-if you are in the minority on this, that will be evident by the crowds being bigger than Maelstrom days-meaning your spots might be less busy.

 

[jlundeen]

Sorry everyone, I'll end this non-news now...

I had been skipping Maelstrom for years, but did visit the shops before the Frozen overkill. Don't get me wrong, I liked the movie, but not the total inundation. I know many feel differently, so will just avoid it myself. There is plenty to keep me entertained elsewhere, and if tons of folks are hitting Norway, that may mean fewer are in my favorite spots. Glass is still half full! Won't say with which beverage....

 

[LittleDreamer]

Apparently the slide storage area for Volcano Bay caught fire a bit ago.

http://www.wesh.com/news/fire-reported-on-international-drive-in-orlando/40050208

 

[jade1]

Is this the same trailer from before?

 

[rteetz]

Is this the same trailer from before?

No this is the new one that debuted today.

 

[rteetz]

Today in Disney History

The Hoop dee doo Revue debuted at Ft. Wilderness at WDW on this day in 1974.

 

[jade1]

No this is the new one that debuted today.

Ah I see it below thanks, looks the same-maybe a longer ending than I remember. Looks good though.

 

[Tigger's ally]

Today in Disney History

The Hoop dee doo Revue debuted at Ft. Wilderness at WDW

Are you keeping the year to yourself whippersnapper?

 

[rteetz]

Are you keeping the year to yourself whippersnapper?

Fixed it!

 

[Tigger's ally]

Fixed it!

I wondered. We went to Disneyland in 74. Disney world in76. I know for a fact we went to the HDDR in 76. Wondered how long it had been opened. I was 11 at the time. Had a crush on one of the dancers. She smiled at me I think. At least that is how I remember it.

 

[Taylor Nicole]

As of now for our 2020 trip we are planning on skipping EPCOT all together. For our first trip in 2015 it was ok but it really didn't offer us much.

2020?! Man, you sure are planning ahead!

 

[leholcomb]

As of now for our 2020 trip we are planning on skipping EPCOT all together. For our first trip in 2015 it was ok but it really didn't offer us much.

I'm not really sure you can "plan" 4 years out but to each their own....

 

[ICTVgrad07]

Not sure if anyone saw. Disney pledging $1 million to the OneOrlando Fund http://bit.ly/1YphwfF