News Round Up 2017

[rteetz]

As a note, in the dedicated thread, there was a mention that the system might not have your accurate end date for the service. Maybe have an email receipt or paper receipt with you, if you use the service. I definitely will be using it in May!

I didn't have that problem when I used it.

 

[PaintsWithAllTheColors]

I didn't have that problem when I used it.

I haven't heard of anyone else having that issue either, and it might be an isolated problem, just wanted to share a way to avoid any potential headache on people's vacation. Better safe than sorry, just trying to help

 

[Pete M]

Off topic but could you share the source of the train and liberty belle tones?

Youtube and a program called Free Youtube Download that downloads the vid as audio. then cropped with AV Audio Editor to get just the clip I wanted. both programs are free on download.com

 

[Travis B]

I wish they were doing real monorail upgrades. My dream is for them to "Hogwarts Express" the monorail windows.

I share your wish for actual monorail upgrades, but must disagree with ditching the windows in favor of screens. The best part of riding the monorail is seeing the beautiful WDW resorts and property.

 

[Travis B]

The banshee photos are amazing, but as has been noted, who knows if they are a year old or 4 years old?

I'm beyond excited about a ride vehicle that is a moving, breathing creature. Imagine if the neck and head moved.

OTOH, what a bummer if this is an old concept that didn't work, and the seating is more conventional.

I really want to ride a banshee.

 

[danikoski]

If I understand what you are saying that SD rates are equal to BC/YC I would like to know where you are seeing these rates. I have a theme park view room with a balcony booked at the Swan for $375 per night taxes and fee included. I couldn't get a loading dock view at BC/YC for anything close to that.

It'd have to be with standard Disney discount...I looked for February with a 30% discount this year and Boardwalk came in at around $300 ish without taxes...When I have priced out hotels before, Boardwalk is sometimes within range of Swan/Dolphin, Yacht Club sometimes is, but a little rarer...Beach Club, very rare. At the same time in Feb, Swan/Dolphin was running $245 ish without taxes and fees.

Instead, I chose WL because it was $215 without taxes. It was cheaper than some of the moderates.

If they add resort and parking fees, they'd definitely be pricing out the Moderates.

 

[HeroOfWDW]

Youtube and a program called Free Youtube Download that downloads the vid as audio. then cropped with AV Audio Editor to get just the clip I wanted. both programs are free on download.com

If this is on IPhone, how do you make a file your text tone?

 

[rteetz]

The banshee photos are amazing, but as has been noted, who knows if they are a year old or 4 years old?

I'm beyond excited about a ride vehicle that is a moving, breathing creature. Imagine if the neck and head moved.

OTOH, what a bummer if this is an old concept that didn't work, and the seating is more conventional.

I really want to ride a banshee.

You will be riding a banshee just not exactly what's in the photo which is hard to see anyways.

 

[skier_pete]

If you ride Everest without foreknowledge of the ride mechanics or path, it's pretty "wow". It is a very unique ride IMHO.
I've never seen the Yeti work, and Everest is still a favorite.

Personally I think the ride mechanics of tower of terror are better but that seems just me.

I think that ToT was a definite wow once the implemented the random drop sequences.

OK - I would agree that Everest is probably the last "WoW!" ride at WDW. The backwards part still makes me giddy even having ridden it a dozen times now. I also agree with @rteetz that ToT is a better ride, but the question wasn't "when was the best ride at Disney built" it was "when was the last ride they wowed you with". Toy Story Mania for instance is a fun ride for everyone and a great one, but I would never point to it as "wow"-ing anyone. And as I said, I put Raditator Springs Racers in the "WOW" category - by "WOW" I am not talking about crazy thrills, but more just being amazed by the quality of the ride.

For anyone interested in the Express bus service between parks, it is still running. I was told that they have not advised the cast members working it of any end date to the test. Also,they said it seemed to be very popular with the guests.

Yep. I recommend it at the current price too.

So lots of people like it, and many think it is priced fairly. This means we should expect Disney to double the price in the next year. In other words, you people never learn - please complain that it is too expensive - then Disney might leave it the same.

 

[j2thomason]

News

All modes of Disney transportation have or will be seeing updates. Monorails, Boats, buses, and trams.

http://www.orlandoparksnews.com/2017/02/disneys-parking-trams-buses-and.html

I noticed the resort specific messages on the bus displays at Christmas. They were all really cute!

They really need to clean up the passenger seating areas of the trams....they are disgusting!!

 

[Pete M]

If this is on IPhone, how do you make a file your text tone?

that I can't help you with as I have an android. if it's possible to do, I imagine there's a youtube vid about that

 

[adam.adbe]

If this is on IPhone, how do you make a file your text tone?

On a Mac using iMovie/GarageBand to cut and extract the audio from the video, and iTunes to get it onto your phone is your best bet. On Windows you'll need to find alternate video/audio editing software, but iTunes again for the upload. The actual doing of it is outside the scope of this forum. You'll find tutorials online.

 

[DizFanFamily]

For anyone interested in the Express bus service between parks, it is still running. I was told that they have not advised the cast members working it of any end date to the test. Also,they said it seemed to be very popular with the guests.

How do you book the express service. I have an upcoming trip and called the standard travel number and the person didn't know anything about it. Thanks!

 

[Tigger's ally]

I think many would argue ToT was the last time Disney wowed at least in Orlando.

I think it Wow's me and my family every time we see the Lion King show in AK. For live entertainment, it is a must see in my book.

 

[mikepizzo]

How do you book the express service. I have an upcoming trip and called the standard travel number and the person didn't know anything about it. Thanks!

I actually just chatted with a Cast Member online about this. The Cast Member said if you already have your parkhoppers purchases you can go Guest Services and get the Express Transportation added. If you do not have parkhoppers purchased, and you're purchasing your tickets through Disney, you can just tell the agent assisting you to add that option to the tickets.

Not sure how accurate this is but this is the information I was given.

 

[rteetz]

I actually just chatted with a Cast Member online about this. The Cast Member said if you already have your parkhoppers purchases you can go Guest Services and get the Express Transportation added. If you do not have parkhoppers purchased, and you're purchasing your tickets through Disney, you can just tell the agent assisting you to add that option to the tickets.

Not sure how accurate this is but this is the information I was given.

As far as I know you cannot buy the express option in advance. At least I couldn't. You have to buy it at guest services, hotel concierge or at any of the express locations.

 

[rteetz]

News

New Ultimate Classics VIP Tour

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/b...sney-classics-vip-tour-at-magic-kingdom-park/

 

[LSLS]

News

New Ultimate Classics VIP Tour

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/b...sney-classics-vip-tour-at-magic-kingdom-park/

So, basically $200 for 10 fast passes (about 3 of which you might actually need, 1 which you would in Peter Pan).

 

[OhioStateBuckeye]

News

New Ultimate Classics VIP Tour

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/b...sney-classics-vip-tour-at-magic-kingdom-park/

What a silly waste of money.

Dear Disney, please hold my hand as I walk through the parks. Here is $200 to help me experience things I can do on my own that usually have short waits.

 

[Roxyfire]

What a silly waste of money.

Dear Disney, please hold my hand as I walk through the parks. Here is $200 to help me experience things I can do on my own that usually have short waits.

I'd rather they do this all day long than add on resort fees or parking surcharges.