News Round Up 2017

[rteetz]

Today in Disney History

It was announced Epcot would be built on this day in 1975.

 

[loutoo]

Wasn't clear to me if these are for then being at the parks or just something fun they are doing for at D23 ... the bow/ears is pretty darn big (definitely would see it coming)

The "Minnie Van" is the rumored Disney owned and operated uber competitor on property. In theory, the Minnie van will pick you and your family up any where on property and take you to any where else on property for approximately $15-$20 a trip.
I'm sure more details will be released soon, but this and the gondolas are part of disney's work to make transportation "more magical"

 

[Roxyfire]

but, if you don't have the money and someone pays for your trip, being courteous and being able to listen to a little of his schtick is probably a good trait to carry around. I have a boss I don't like listening too in certain settings, but I can do it to be sociable, tolerant and a decent person. Ah, Tolerance. That's a word from the past.

In the moment, I'd expect most people do tolerate it. But that's a lesson learned too, no one wants to continually be put in that situation. Sometimes you have to go and be with them in that setting to see their behavior. I've already warned my very thrifty brother that going to WDW is not a cheap out situation. I'll be interested to see if they take my advice or if they do the normal thing and then refuses to go again.

 

[TheMaxRebo]

The "Minnie Van" is the rumored Disney owned and operated uber competitor on property. In theory, the Minnie van will pick you and your family up any where on property and take you to any where else on property for approximately $15-$20 a trip.
I'm sure more details will be released soon, but this and the gondolas are part of disney's work to make transportation "more magical"

yeah, I know that is the rumor/story that initially came out - but also that it was Chevy. Then in this video it is Honda and it only mentions it will be at D23 - no mention about it being for an Uber like service, etc. - so just not explicitly clear to me that this is the same thing - but maybe it is (or a modified version of it - like this one with the bow and everything is for D23 and then there they will announce the service for which the cars won't look exactly like this)

 

[a4matte]

NEWS

A Wrinkle in Time trailer debuts this Saturday.

 

[loutoo]

Might this be a first look at the ride vehicle for the "battle ride" seems like a strange thing to include in the SW D23 booth otherwise. What do you think?

Images taken from this video:

 

[TheMaxRebo]

View attachment 252523 View attachment 252524 View attachment 252524 Might this be a first look at the ride vehicle for the "battle ride" seems like a strange thing to include in the SW D23 booth otherwise. What do you think?

yeah, this was posted in the D23 thread (and the Star Wars Land thread I think) - expectation is this is for the battle ride and will be a trackless ride system - saw mentioned think "Spiderman" as far as movement

 

[Tigger's ally]

I don't disagree with you...but being perceptive enough to understand your making someone uncomfortable, cease and desist is more Yoda in my book...

Yeah, but not all people can do that.

 

[Tigger's ally]

In the moment, I'd expect most people do tolerate it. But that's a lesson learned too, no one wants to continually be put in that situation. Sometimes you have to go and be with them in that setting to see their behavior. I've already warned my very thrifty brother that going to WDW is not a cheap out situation. I'll be interested to see if they take my advice or if they do the normal thing and then refuses to go again.

That happens. Thing is, I feel for the kids. Whether it be a short low budget trip or a long high dollar one, I am of the belief that all kids deserve to go at at least once in their young lives. Because I had twin boys and my daughter was a couple years older, we always let her bring a friend. Funny, she seemed to make the decision herself, but the friends she brought were the ones whose parents could not ever afford it.

And this doesn't even bring into discussion the fact that even the worst springer (person paying for the trip) might have been the key for several in that party to realize that WDW was a place to save money for, to strive for and to want to be a dis fan for life.

 

[Tigger's ally]

yeah, I know that is the rumor/story that initially came out - but also that it was Chevy. Then in this video it is Honda and it only mentions it will be at D23 - no mention about it being for an Uber like service, etc. - so just not explicitly clear to me that this is the same thing - but maybe it is (or a modified version of it - like this one with the bow and everything is for D23 and then there they will announce the service for which the cars won't look exactly like this)

Thinking Chevy for the small parties and this van for the big ones. Chevy doesn't make a van anymore.

 

[loutoo]

yeah, I know that is the rumor/story that initially came out - but also that it was Chevy. Then in this video it is Honda and it only mentions it will be at D23 - no mention about it being for an Uber like service, etc. - so just not explicitly clear to me that this is the same thing - but maybe it is (or a modified version of it - like this one with the bow and everything is for D23 and then there they will announce the service for which the cars won't look exactly like this)

After a little more research, I'm going to back off this claim, initial reports I read yesterday indicated this, but far more trusted sources seem to state this is a one of a kind vehicle just for D23

 

[Roxyfire]

That happens. Thing is, I feel for the kids. Whether it be a short low budget trip or a long high dollar one, I am of the belief that all kids deserve to go at at least once in their young lives. Because I had twin boys and my daughter was a couple years older, we always let her bring a friend. Funny, she seemed to make the decision herself, but the friends she brought were the ones whose parents could not ever afford it.

And this doesn't even bring into discussion the fact that even the worst springer (person paying for the trip) might have been the key for several in that party to realize that WDW was a place to save money for, to strive for and to want to be a dis fan for life.

Agreed, and kids can sense that tension if money is an issue on the vacation. Budgets are real but there's constructive ways to deal with it. Such as "we have $X budgeted for souvenirs meaning everyone can choose one thing for $X." And sometimes that might mean mom/dad/whoever is paying might have to forego some of the things they want in order to keep things "magical" for the kids. That's totally understandable but you vent to your partner and don't say anything around your guests. It's just good manners.

 

[lockedoutlogic]

Yeah, but not all people can do that.

But see...this is where we disagree...

So if someone isn't "able to do it"...it's up to the rest of the party to tolerate it because of the bill? That's not fair either. Crankiness should be tolerated? I don't think photopass is gonna offset the taste in anyone's mouth in that scenario...

 

[lockedoutlogic]

In the moment, I'd expect most people do tolerate it. But that's a lesson learned too, no one wants to continually be put in that situation. Sometimes you have to go and be with them in that setting to see their behavior. I've already warned my very thrifty brother that going to WDW is not a cheap out situation. I'll be interested to see if they take my advice or if they do the normal thing and then refuses to go again.

I'm guessing they'll take the latter approach and I don't get that at all...shorten up, skip, or re-evaluate how you want to spend your money.

This leads to the meltdown/miserable memory...everything annoys you...everything! The tsa line...the heat at the bus stop...the slow drip on the sink faucet...it becomes an exercise in misery. This is where the CM spidersense goes haywire.

 

[lockedoutlogic]

Agreed, and kids can sense that tension if money is an issue on the vacation. Budgets are real but there's constructive ways to deal with it. Such as "we have $X budgeted for souvenirs meaning everyone can choose one thing for $X." And sometimes that might mean mom/dad/whoever is paying might have to forego some of the things they want in order to keep things "magical" for the kids. That's totally understandable but you vent to your partner and don't say anything around your guests. It's just good manners.

The kids feel the budget effect far more than the crank with the Amex...it's a psychological blow to them.

They have less complex emotions...all they know is that they had their hopes up and the disney channel told them they'd be happy...and the people around them weren't.

If they never went and where in their backyard...they're content playing with their toys and going to AMC to see cars 3...

This is very basic stuff.

 

[mickeyfanachey1999]

but, if you don't have the money and someone pays for your trip, being courteous and being able to listen to a little of his schtick is probably a good trait to carry around. I have a boss I don't like listening too in certain settings, but I can do it to be sociable, tolerant and a decent person. Ah, Tolerance. That's a word from the past.

A little of his schtick is one thing. He didn't make a purchase I didn't hear about. When I tried to pay for things he would throw a credit card on the counter and then tell me how it was more expensive than it would have been anywhere else. I'm sure he was glad he didn't have to pay for the grand villa...if he had seen that rack rate it may have pushed him off the deep end.

 

[Tigger's ally]

But see...this is where we disagree...

So if someone isn't "able to do it"...it's up to the rest of the party to tolerate it because of the bill? That's not fair either. Crankiness should be tolerated? I don't think photopass is gonna offset the taste in anyone's mouth in that scenario...

Hey, we all tolerated your crankiness yesterday morning!

 

[lockedoutlogic]

A little of his schtick is one thing. He didn't make a purchase I didn't hear about. When I tried to pay for things he would throw a credit card on the counter and then tell me how it was more expensive than it would have been anywhere else. I'm sure he was glad he didn't have to pay for the grand villa...if he had seen that rack rate it may have pushed him off the deep end.

I was gonna ask you this...but you clarified.

That doesn't sound like "schtick" to me...that sounds like childlike behavior from a crank who was beyond inconsiderate.

IF anyone is before a trip and fears this might happen...I will gladly send a copy of birnbaums to them. Need to make a small investment to not be the business end of the donkey.

 

[lockedoutlogic]

Hey, we all tolerated your crankiness yesterday morning!

You're being cute with your signature schtick...but you're on the wrong side of the scoreboard this time...it appears

 

[Tigger's ally]

A little of his schtick is one thing. He didn't make a purchase I didn't hear about. When I tried to pay for things he would throw a credit card on the counter and then tell me how it was more expensive than it would have been anywhere else. I'm sure he was glad he didn't have to pay for the grand villa...if he had seen that rack rate it may have pushed him off the deep end.

Well, looking at your trip's at the bottom of your post and when you got married, you may be approaching the time to do the same thing to some lucky soles. Your experience will no doubt make it a better trip for those you care for. See, he did teach you something in some cruel, unusual way. Look at it as a good learning experience.