News Round Up 2017

[Sweettears]

Just send a runner to the lounge they are building to replace Writer's Stop... Isn't it on the way?

Shouldn't this be moved to Theme Park Strategies?

 

[Reddog1134]

Former pro wrestler, Magnum TA, denied entry to Magic Kingdom.

http://www.inquisitr.com/4423687/wr...disney-world-after-trying-to-bring-in-segway/

 

[MissGina5]

Former pro wrestler, Magnum TA, denied entry to Magic Kingdom.

http://www.inquisitr.com/4423687/wr...disney-world-after-trying-to-bring-in-segway/

omg get him a wheelchair and push him then youre not special and I have a hard time believing there were NO left hand controlled motorized vehicles

 

[umichigan10]

omg get him a wheelchair and push him then youre not special and I have a hard time believing there were NO left hand controlled motorized vehicles

I wouldn't be surprised at the latter. Most scooters I've seen (my grandma used to rent one every year when we went down) have a trigger on the right hand side. Your wheelchair point is valid

 

[MissGina5]

I wouldn't be surprised at the latter. Most scooters I've seen (my grandma used to rent one every year when we went down) have a trigger on the right hand side. Your wheelchair point is valid

I just got so mad reading the response like it's disney's fault despite having had this very clear rule for awhile now. They should have brought appropriate accomidations or been prepared to push if needed.

 

[umichigan10]

I just got so mad reading the response like it's disney's fault despite having had this very clear rule for awhile now. They should have brought appropriate accomidations or been prepared to push if needed.

Yeah I mean the wheelchair thing is a valid thing you brought up. I mean it sucks he wasn't able to bring in his Segway, but it's also the first time I've ever heard of a handicap Segway (not that I research such things I'm sure they exist). I'm sure Disney also tried to accommodate them in some way but we'll never hear that side of the story

 

[mikepizzo]

I just got so mad reading the response like it's disney's fault despite having had this very clear rule for awhile now. They should have brought appropriate accomidations or been prepared to push if needed.

I just get frustrated every time someone refers to Magic Kingdom as "The Happiest Place on Earth".

 

[Irish_Mike]

WDWNT rumor/speculation: Table service restaurant possibly coming to the All Stars?

http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/08/rumor...lt-disney-world-add-table-service-restaurant/

 

[TheMaxRebo]

WDWNT rumor/speculation: Table service restaurant possibly coming to the All Stars?

http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/08/rumor...lt-disney-world-add-table-service-restaurant/

That is interesting - I would have thought more likely at Pop/AoA with the gondolas coming

Though a buffet that can service multiple All Stars does make sense

 

[ucfknight]

The Tokyo Disneyland cars are right hand drive. It probably won't matter to the vast majority of kids who ride, but it would be a little funny to have right hand drive cars in an American attraction.

Umm.... the current Tomorrowland Speedway already has both left and right-hand drive cars. They put the cars on the track so that the steering wheel is away from the loading platform. So if you get placed on a number on the right side of the platform you are going to get a right-hand drive car.

 

[splash327]

Umm.... the current Tomorrowland Speedway already has both left and right-hand drive cars. They put the cars on the track so that the steering wheel is away from the loading platform. So if you get placed on a number on the right side of the platform you are going to get a right-hand drive car.

I thought that was the case. But I hadn't gone on it in a couple trips so I thought I might be mistaken.

 

[rteetz]

News

One Mans Dream to become Walt Disney Presents preview center

http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions...ecome-walt-disney-presents-preview-center.htm

 

[BigRed98]

News

One Mans Dream to become Walt Disney Presents preview center

http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions...ecome-walt-disney-presents-preview-center.htm

Do you think they will move One Man's Dream some where else on WDW property?

 

[Irish_Mike]

News

One Mans Dream to become Walt Disney Presents preview center

http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions...ecome-walt-disney-presents-preview-center.htm

Well, it’s better than just being bulldozed. But still disappointing, especially if the historical aspect takes a backseat to the previews.

 

[wareagle57]

I just get frustrated every time someone refers to Magic Kingdom as "The Happiest Place on Earth".

I had to look it up. I honestly don't think I have ever heard it referred to as "the most magical place on earth." Maybe it's not the official tagline, but I don't see the problem calling it the happiest place on earth. Especially since it's subjectively true.

 

[wareagle57]

Do you think they will move One Man's Dream some where else on WDW property?

I really wish they would. It would be amazing if they could find a place for it on Main Street or maybe the new location being built for the theater just off Main St.

I never got to see the film. I skipped it the first couple of times I went as an adult and by the time I cared enough about it, it was always a movie preview when I was there. His story definitely deserves to be represented in the parks.

 

[mikepizzo]

I had to look it up. I honestly don't think I have ever heard it referred to as "the most magical place on earth." Maybe it's not the official tagline, but I don't see the problem calling it the happiest place on earth. Especially since it's subjectively true.

It is the official tagline, and it was in the Train Station Welcome Show.

 

[TheMaxRebo]

News

One Mans Dream to become Walt Disney Presents preview center

http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions...ecome-walt-disney-presents-preview-center.htm

Do you think they will move One Man's Dream some where else on WDW property?

It seems like this will still have some of the One Man's Dream stuff along with previews for new attractions. Assuming that is the case (that it truly showcases the past, present, and future) I think that is pretty cool and certainly much better than I was fearing would happen to the attraction (I.e., that it would be gone entirely)

 

[Mackenzie Click-Mickelson]

Well, it’s better than just being bulldozed. But still disappointing, especially if the historical aspect takes a backseat to the previews.

The article does say "the new attraction will continue showcasing historic items from Walt Disney’s history, such as sketches, photos and storyboards." So at least there is that.

It does say the new part is you'll be able to "view concept art, ride vehicle maquettes and a never-before-seen model for Toy Story Land. A portion of the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge model also will be on display, as well as concept art for the new Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway attraction."

 

[vallygirl0221]

News

One Mans Dream to become Walt Disney Presents preview center

http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions...ecome-walt-disney-presents-preview-center.htm

I have to be honest I expected to be devastated when I saw the title but I am actually really excited this sounds great, a good mix of history and what is to come. Like PPs said much better than I expected