News Round Up 2018

[Tigger's ally]

Agreed, and I think that most decent people are happy it's all coming to light, because justice should be served whenever it can and it's a very positive time for change It just sucks when people you admired for their talent turn out to be awful humans. I'm still heart broken about Kevin Spacey, personally.

And what is really bad is in this case, where he totally says it isn't true and that this business is trying to get $$$ then even if it is found he didn't do it his name is associated with it anyway by many. Just because three people (all who work for the same company and could be in cahoots) are making the claims doesn't mean they aren't the bad guys here. Will have to wait and see what the authorities say.

 

[MissGina5]

And what is really bad is in this case, where he totally says it isn't true and that this business is trying to get $$$ then even if it is found he didn't do it his name is associated with it anyway by many. Just because three people (all who work for the same company and could be in cahoots) are making the claims doesn't mean they aren't the bad guys here. Will have to wait and see what the authorities say.

Well what struck me, and I won't give him a pass until there is clear evidence he has not done so but, I was confused by the fact that the current company who works with him were like ?!?!?! The description of what the old group was saying made it seem very clear that he didn't care what anyone thought and if that was the case, why would he stop? It's not entirely unbelievable just based on his age alone and how the times were but there does seem to be some sort of disconnect here.

 

[rteetz]

News

Wildlife Wednesday: Purple Martins Return to Walt Disney World Resort

 

[rteetz]

News

Apparently Geyser Point suffered some menu changes

http://wdwnt.com/blog/2018/01/review-geyser-point-bar-grills-shine-fades-menu-policy-changes/

 

[SouthFayetteFan]

So, the extra FPs would basically be "date stamped," only to be used for the dates of the CL stay. What if a guest books a 5 night CL stay, but only wants to purchase three days of extra FPs?
There will be so many "what ifs."

definitely a lot of "what ifs" and how it actually works would have some impact on the value of it. How I read it, you could only buy the add on for 3 days out of a 5 day CL stay and I guess pick which days you would want it for since you can pre-book the FP

Of course clarity needs to come out (and I'm not sure why I even care since I won't be staying CL, lol) BUT here's what I'm seeing (or questions I'd have):

• I'd assume you aren't eligible if you only have a 1 night stay even if you purchase a 3 day ticket
• If you have a 2 night Club Level stay with 3 day tickets would that qualify or do your # of nights need to correspond to your # of ticket days
• You definitely have to purchase a minimum of 3 days of the extra fastpasses (so $150 per guest at least)
• Assuming that this benefit is tied to the length of your stay and length of your ticket ticket: If you have a 10 day ticket and a 9 night or 10 night stay it appears like you could purchase it for your length of stay if you want to put up $500 per person.

 

[Roxyfire]

News

Apparently Geyser Point suffered some menu changes

http://wdwnt.com/blog/2018/01/review-geyser-point-bar-grills-shine-fades-menu-policy-changes/

The brisket is gone? They're dead to me.

 

[TheMaxRebo]

Of course clarity needs to come out (and I'm not sure why I even care since I won't be staying CL, lol) BUT here's what I'm seeing (or questions I'd have):

• I'd assume you aren't eligible if you only have a 1 night stay even if you purchase a 3 day ticket
• If you have a 2 night Club Level stay with 3 day tickets would that qualify or do your # of nights need to correspond to your # of ticket days
• You definitely have to purchase a minimum of 3 days of the extra fastpasses (so $150 per guest at least)
• Assuming that this benefit is tied to the length of your stay and length of your ticket ticket: If you have a 10 day ticket and a 9 night or 10 night stay it appears like you could purchase it for your length of stay if you want to put up $500 per person.

I took it that you needed to be club level to be eligible and you need tickets to upgrade to this so i thought you would need to be at the club level with tickets for each day you want to add this to - which needs to be at least 3 days

Now, you could be club level with tickets for 5 days or whatever and only get the add on for 3 days, but I don't think you could do less than 3 days for any part of it

 

[SouthFayetteFan]

I took it that you needed to be club level to be eligible and you need tickets to upgrade to this so i thought you would need to be at the club level with tickets for each day you want to add this to - which needs to be at least 3 days

Now, you could be club level with tickets for 5 days or whatever and only get the add on for 3 days, but I don't think you could do less than 3 days for any part of it

Correct and that is exactly what I'm saying in my comment - HOWEVER the only thing to debate is how do they define "DAYS" for this one.
For Example with the Dining Plan you get meals PER NIGHT, However you get free Parking on both check-in and check-out DAY. So the question is does your check-in and check-out day count meaning you could do a 2 night, 3 day package with 3 day tickets. OR is it a minimum 3 night, 4 day package with 3 day tickets?? From what I can read the articles aren't 100% clear on this one. It's hard to venture a guess here too because I'd assume they'd want to force that 3rd club level night for revenue purposes...but who knows with Disney.

I also was confused by when you said this: How I read it, you could only buy the add on for 3 days out of a 5 day CL stay because I clearly think you could purchase 5 days in that scenario if you wanted to.

 

[dina444444]

News

Apparently Geyser Point suffered some menu changes

http://wdwnt.com/blog/2018/01/review-geyser-point-bar-grills-shine-fades-menu-policy-changes/

So sad about the salmon BLT, I had that when I went in May/June without the bacon and it a wonderful filling meal.

 

[Capang]

News

Apparently Geyser Point suffered some menu changes

http://wdwnt.com/blog/2018/01/review-geyser-point-bar-grills-shine-fades-menu-policy-changes/

Kinda wish they’d have someone seating you at Satuli where it has been crowded every time I’ve visited. Still excited to try Geyser, though.

 

[atricks]

Universal news:
Universal giving all team members $1000 bonus, announced today. http://uoteam.com/


Dear Fellow Team Members,

Brian Roberts, Chairman and CEO of Comcast, recently announced awarding special $1,000 bonuses to eligible frontline and non-executive employees.

Universal Parks & Resorts is honored to be a part of the Comcast NBCUniversal family, an organization that believes in the promise and potential of our Team Members. Whether you work in Orlando, Hollywood, Osaka, or on the planning team for Beijing, you bring to life compelling entertainment and immersive experiences for our guests like no one else in the world. Our exciting growth demonstrates Comcast’s continued investment in our parks and resorts.

You can be proud, not only for our company, but that you are truly part of something bigger – just as I am proud to share this special bonus with you as we start the new year.

Thank you for everything you to do keep our guests entertained, and for making Universal Parks & Resorts the choice of millions worldwide!

Tom Williams
Chairman & CEO, Universal Parks & Resorts

 

[rteetz]

I did start a trip report for those that are interested.

 

[MissGina5]

Universal news:
Universal giving all team members $1000 bonus, announced today. http://uoteam.com/


Dear Fellow Team Members,

Brian Roberts, Chairman and CEO of Comcast, recently announced awarding special $1,000 bonuses to eligible frontline and non-executive employees.

Universal Parks & Resorts is honored to be a part of the Comcast NBCUniversal family, an organization that believes in the promise and potential of our Team Members. Whether you work in Orlando, Hollywood, Osaka, or on the planning team for Beijing, you bring to life compelling entertainment and immersive experiences for our guests like no one else in the world. Our exciting growth demonstrates Comcast’s continued investment in our parks and resorts.

You can be proud, not only for our company, but that you are truly part of something bigger – just as I am proud to share this special bonus with you as we start the new year.

Thank you for everything you to do keep our guests entertained, and for making Universal Parks & Resorts the choice of millions worldwide!

Tom Williams
Chairman & CEO, Universal Parks & Resorts

VERY interesting and good for the team members!

 

[Sweettears]

the new picture keeps confusing me ahh

Just post on the 2017 thread and you will be OK.

 

[TheMaxRebo]

Correct and that is exactly what I'm saying in my comment - HOWEVER the only thing to debate is how do they define "DAYS" for this one.
For Example with the Dining Plan you get meals PER NIGHT, However you get free Parking on both check-in and check-out DAY. So the question is does your check-in and check-out day count meaning you could do a 2 night, 3 day package with 3 day tickets. OR is it a minimum 3 night, 4 day package with 3 day tickets?? From what I can read the articles aren't 100% clear on this one. It's hard to venture a guess here too because I'd assume they'd want to force that 3rd club level night for revenue purposes...but who knows with Disney.

I also was confused by when you said this: How I read it, you could only buy the add on for 3 days out of a 5 day CL stay because I clearly think you could purchase 5 days in that scenario if you wanted to.

Yes definitely could buy 5 - but I don't think you *have* to buy 5 (or however many days you are staying) - as long as you buy 3 days you can stay longer and not have this for every day you are staying CL

 

[TheMaxRebo]

So sad about the salmon BLT, I had that when I went in May/June without the bacon and it a wonderful filling meal.

When we went we found a lot of the entrees lacking (burgers were pretty terrible). Appetizers were definitely better and drinks were pretty solid

Is interesting the got rid of the salmon BLt though as that almost seemed like a "signature" for then

 

[TheMaxRebo]

I did start a trip report for those that are interested.

Enough with you self promotion!!!!

 

[TheMaxRebo]

VERY interesting and good for the team members!

Definitely interesting as Universal usually waits for Disney to move first with salary raises, etc

I know Disney is in the middle of negotiations so might make it hard but gotta think they will be almost guilted into matching/beating

 

[SouthFayetteFan]

Yes definitely could buy 5 - but I don't think you *have* to buy 5 (or however many days you are staying) - as long as you buy 3 days you can stay longer and not have this for every day you are staying CL

Makes more sense now. I interpreted the phrase "could only" differently than you meant it, haha.

 

[TheMaxRebo]

Makes more sense now. I interpreted the phrase "could only" differently than you meant it, haha.

No worries - it is confusing!