News Round Up 2017

[TheMaxRebo]

We have the same break in California. My kids didn't get out until the 23rd.

My kids didn't get out until the 23rd and we back the 3rd. Only a week

And no winter break this year either - just a week around Easter and then they are in school until the end of June

Just kinda funny how different school calendars can be

 

[Harry Wallace]

My kids didn't get out until the 23rd and we back the 3rd. Only a week

And no winter break this year either - just a week around Easter and then they are in school until the end of June

Just kinda funny how different school calendars can be

Seeing all of the U.S. holiday lengths now, I'm feeling kinda lucky Here in the U.K. we got let out on the 19th December and we go back on 10th January

 

[rteetz]

News

Possible Avatar opening date revealed

http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/01/florida-resident-3-potential-avatar-opening-date-revealed/

 

[rteetz]

News

Marathon weekend times guide and schedule

http://www.wdwmagic.com/events/walt...on-weekend-2017-times-guide-and-schedules.htm

 

[lockedoutlogic]

Uniqlo isn't packed because of the price point. It's packed because it's the only Uniqlo in the southeast region of the country if I recall. Uniqlo is extreamlh popular worldwide and has just begun their expansion in the USA. Zara is similar but they are about 5 years ahead of Uniqlo in the states. Also, Zara is the worlds largest fashion brand. Over 800 locations... they are everywhere in Europe and are popping up all over the states now. I personal like the design and quality of Zara better but hen again it's slightly more expensive than Uniqlo.

Could be...uniqlo has been in some northeast areas for a few years...they seem to be no more popular than other comparable retailers

 

[rteetz]

News

Chef series continues in 2017

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/b...ontinues-in-2017-at-walt-disney-world-resort/

 

[lockedoutlogic]

Seeing all of the U.S. holiday lengths now, I'm feeling kinda lucky Here in the U.K. we got let out on the 19th December and we go back on 10th January

The difference in social calendars between Europe and the US...has been well established...

Wait...are you still in Europe?

 

[lockedoutlogic]

Just to add, I am in the NY metro area and we have several Uniqlos near us. While they do carry some Disney stuff it feels like they have a lot more at the location in Disney Springs - so could also be people that have a Uniqlo near them, know they like it, and want to see what they have available "at" Disney

I think you point is spot on just that I think there is multiple reasons it is popular there

Agree completely...way more disney stuff at the Orlando location. That store "works"...many others at springs don't.

 

[Fantasia79]

News

Possible Avatar opening date revealed

http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/01/florida-resident-3-potential-avatar-opening-date-revealed/

I go in Late June, this would be ideal. Expecting I'll be there for the opening day with delays.

 

[Roxyfire]

That's just surprising to me. That's quite a long break for the holidays.

My son's district didn't start until the 22nd. Why they thought it was good, no idea. But that is the schedule.

 

[rteetz]

My son's district didn't start until the 22nd. Why they thought it was good, no idea. But that is the schedule.

Interesting. So many widely different calendars.

 

[lockedoutlogic]

Interesting. So many widely different calendars.

School calendars are regional...they tend to balance out at wdw on the aggregate.

EXCEPT...no student in the US or most of the western world went to school from 12/24-1/1...and the crowds appear to have been "down". That can't be ignored.

 

[sachilles]

I think the regions are embracing the different calendars, in part so families can enjoy vacations at popular destinations while avoiding the peak crowds(not just at Disney).

 

[crazy4wdw]

Disney has announced discounted tickets for Florida residents for 2017 - 3 and 4 day Discover Disney. Animal Kingdom is blocked on these tickets from May 27 through June 9, maybe because that's when Avatar is opening?

http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/01/florida-resident-3-potential-avatar-opening-date-revealed/

 

[lockedoutlogic]

Disney has announced discounted tickets for Florida residents for 2017 - 3 and 4 day Discover Disney. Animal Kingdom is blocked on these tickets from May 27 through June 9, maybe because that's when Avatar is opening?

http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/01/florida-resident-3-potential-avatar-opening-date-revealed/

What's the chances of them hitting that tight a window this far out?

That tells me that they will be open April or May...and that that's the press junket week.

 

[rteetz]

What's the chances of them hitting that tight a window this far out?

That tells me that they will be open April or May...and that that's the press junket week.

I think it's a good chance currently but you know me.

 

[Mackenzie Click-Mickelson]

Disney has announced discounted tickets for Florida residents for 2017 - 3 and 4 day Discover Disney. Animal Kingdom is blocked on these tickets from May 27 through June 9, maybe because that's when Avatar is opening?

http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/01/florida-resident-3-potential-avatar-opening-date-revealed/

That is very interesting. Sure Memorial Day is around that time so I get that part but to specifically block AK of all the parks is the interesting part to me.....makes me think something would occur for them to think larger attendance at AK expected during Memorial Day (and just a bit after) time period.

 

[skier_pete]

What's the chances of them hitting that tight a window this far out?

That tells me that they will be open April or May...and that that's the press junket week.

My thought is that it's the "plan", but could push later. It won't happen earlier - they wouldn't want the tickets to be valid for the crowds when Avatar arrive. So Memorial day is the target - but likely a target that could move back.

 

[rteetz]

News

Bodhaktan returning to Canada for short period of time.

http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions...epcots-canada-pavilion-for-a-limited-time.htm

 

[Fantasia79]

Opening a Lee "land" will certainly attract more crowds. Downtime in between probably causing some panic with the suits.

In my experience having been on the inside of over a dozen school year calendar talks, many factors beyond regional patterns. The consistent trait with any calendar talk is giving OUR families an advantage. That might be more time during winter or out earlier for summer break, even adding more long weekends. Alignment with feeder districts or dis-alignment with other schools. Giving kids advantage to a long spring break with Easter, or an early one to get HS kids a jump on summer jobs. Had one that against all input, thought they came up with the greatest winter break, only 8 days, but we got out very early in may. Community went nuts, it was changed back.