News Round Up 2017

[jlundeen]

Very likely.

Rats! We'll be there during that time, too. Splash is a favorite for us at MK!

 

[rteetz]

Photo Update

DCA, DTD, and more!

http://micechat.com/155534-disneyland-resort-photo-update-tower-of-pipes/

 

[rteetz]

Photo Update

Tokyo Disneyland expansion project

http://www.themeparx.com/tokyo-disney-resort-expansion/

 

[rteetz]

News

Disney Junior Play n Dine lunch extended to September

http://www.wdwmagic.com/dining/holl...-hollywood-and-vine-extended-to-september.htm

 

[rteetz]

News

Mobile orderings coming to more Disney restaurants in the future

http://www.****************/advance...dditional-walt-disney-world-dining-locations/

 

[Spacedog1975]

News

Possible Splash Mountain refurb

August 28th- Novmeber 16th.

Sounds like that CM from way back had heard rumblings but didn't have accurate data.
I'm surprised that this isn't pushed to January. Curious.

 

[rteetz]

Sounds like that CM from way back had heard rumblings but didn't have accurate data.
I'm surprised that this isn't pushed to January. Curious.

From what I have heard another major attraction will be down in early 2018.

 

[Roxyfire]

From what I have heard another major attraction will be down in early 2018.

I would expect if this 50th Anniversary blitz is even remotely true, people will have to accept things will have to get refurbished. It's unfortunate but true.

 

[rteetz]

I would expect if this 50th Anniversary blitz is even remotely true, people will have to accept things will have to get refurbished. It's unfortunate but true.

Which is why this is only the beginning if it is true. Some have said if you don't like walls in WDW 2018 is not going to be a good year.

 

[Roxyfire]

Which is why this is only the beginning if it is true. Some have said if you don't like walls in WDW 2018 is not going to be a good year.

Good to know. I was planning on a lighter trip next year if my DVC resale goes through. I know I'm going to want those points for 2019.

 

[sachilles]

News

Cast parking near Disney Springs to close as construction is set to begin on third parking garage.

http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/03/casti...begins-another-disney-springs-parking-garage/

Seems like this could be a great place for a Gondola stop.

 

[Spacedog1975]

I would expect if this 50th Anniversary blitz is even remotely true, people will have to accept things will have to get refurbished. It's unfortunate but true.

Which is why this is only the beginning if it is true. Some have said if you don't like walls in WDW 2018 is not going to be a good year.

As long as major attractions are going on and offline in tandem rather than in concert, I think this is a good thing.
I know FL tends to be gun shy about bringing down major attractions for any length of time, but MK in particular has enough headliners that I'd be happy for them to ALWAYS have one down for major refurbishment if it means getting regular plussing and TLC.

 

[rteetz]

News

Latest rumors regarding Dragon Challenge at Universal

http://www.bizjournals.com/orlando/...-dragon-challenge-coaster-making.html?ana=twt

 

[rteetz]

News

Not a rumor this is happening. Security changes at MK.

http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/03/rumor...tructured-screening-moving-ttc-resort-hotels/

 

[AMusicLifeForMe]

News

Not a rumor this is happening. Security changes at MK.

http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/03/rumor...tructured-screening-moving-ttc-resort-hotels/

I've been wanting them to make this change for a while now.

 

[rteetz]

I've been wanting them to make this change for a while now.

As soon as the second tram stop at the TTC is finished it should start.

 

[AMusicLifeForMe]

As soon as the second tram stop at the TTC is finished it should start.

Random point to this...If this happens, you would now be in the "security bubble" if you start your day in EPCOT and transfer to MK. Not the other way around (unless they change the security for EPCOT too).

 

[rteetz]

Random point to this...If this happens, you would now be in the "security bubble" if you start your day in EPCOT and transfer to MK. Not the other way around (unless they change the security for EPCOT too).

Right now security at the rest of the parks is staying as is.

 

[Jetku]

News

Not a rumor this is happening. Security changes at MK.

http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/03/rumor...tructured-screening-moving-ttc-resort-hotels/

Woohoo! This is fantastic. I hope it's in place by August as we are staying at GF.

I love the idea of widening the security bubble to alleviate congestion and help preserve a more magical entrance. Bag check was always a nuisance, and improved security measures have made entering the park a bit more stressful with a stroller-aged baby.

 

[jknezek]

Wish they would include the launches as well. Would be awesome to have one at the beginning of the dock for Fort Wilderness and Wilderness Lodge. I guess it would require an extra CM at both spots though, but passing through bag check while waiting to get on the boat to MK would be great.