News Round Up 2018

[Iowamomof4]

We would have:
- this new hotel at the Swolphin
- Riviera
- new Tower at Coronado
- redone Caribbean Beach

Anything else I am missing? Obviously Pop just redone and All Stars being redone, but that isn't new inventory

What about the new dvc resort at River Country? I know it hasn't been announced yet, and right now I forget exactly when the 50th is, but would there be time to get that done?

 

[Iowamomof4]

What about the new dvc resort at River Country? I know it hasn't been announced yet, and right now I forget exactly when the 50th is, but would there be time to get that done?

Oh, and the Star Wars hotel! Can't forget that one, though I know it won't add a ton of capacity and is not for the general guest so maybe you don't want to count it.

 

[tlmadden73]

We would have:
- this new hotel at the Swolphin
- Riviera
- new Tower at Coronado
- redone Caribbean Beach

Anything else I am missing? Obviously Pop just redone and All Stars being redone, but that isn't new inventory

My question is how well does the FP system accommodate all these new guests? With hundreds of new rooms, that means that there are thousands of new guests being "on site", and while there are 4-5 or so "net new" attractions, it just feels like the system could be taxed to the limit.

You'll be lucky to get a FP to Aladdin's Flying Carpets at 30 days if you stay offsite .

I also wouldn't be surprised to see a FP "caste" system where the level of your hotel determines how far out you can make your fast passes. Stay at a Deluxe? - 80 days .. Moderate? 70 days .. Value? 60 days.

 

[danikoski]

We would have:
- this new hotel at the Swolphin
- Riviera
- new Tower at Coronado
- redone Caribbean Beach

Anything else I am missing? Obviously Pop just redone and All Stars being redone, but that isn't new inventory

The 50th is 2021, correct? Would it be possible for them to build the new River Country hotel/DVC by then?

 

[Q-man]

Looks like a generic office building and nothing like the stylized nature of the Swan or Dolphin. *shrug*

My money is that is it will be either a W or an Aloft.

Where is amberpi?

 

[rteetz]

We would have:
- this new hotel at the Swolphin
- Riviera
- new Tower at Coronado
- redone Caribbean Beach

Anything else I am missing? Obviously Pop just redone and All Stars being redone, but that isn't new inventory

Possible river country site too. Not confirmed yet though.

 

[TheMaxRebo]

What about the new dvc resort at River Country? I know it hasn't been announced yet, and right now I forget exactly when the 50th is, but would there be time to get that done?

Oh, and the Star Wars hotel! Can't forget that one, though I know it won't add a ton of capacity and is not for the general guest so maybe you don't want to count it.

Possible / though neither has broken ground it think for the 50th would be tough, but you never know

But certainly those will be within a couple more years out from that

 

[Q-man]

Possible river country site too. Not confirmed yet though.

Have they been any height ballon tests, of late, that don't have the construction follow? Plus we know Mickey's BBBQ is closing at the end of December.

I'm sure Disney would like to have whatever the next DVC is under construction to sell during the 50th anniversary hype.

 

[rteetz]

Have they been any height ballon tests, of late, that don't have the construction follow? Plus we know Mickey's BBBQ is closing at the end of December.

I'm sure Disney would like to have whatever the next DVC is under construction to sell during the 50th anniversary hype.

No but permits have been filed for preliminary work in the area and Mickeys Backyard BBQ closes at the end of this year.

 

[Keels]

My money is that is it will be either a W or an Aloft.

Where is amberpi?

Based on what my last Marriott call describes, it’s either going to be an AC or Moxy property, with Swolphin transitioning to Autograph Collection.

 

[Bay Max]

News

Big AP discounts for Maria and Enzo’s and Enzo’s hideaway

https://www.wdwmagic.com/dining/mar...eaway-offering-large-passholder-discounts.htm

40%!!!!! Woah!

 

[Mr. Mickey]

Interesting idea. I would be excited if this was real! How much truth though?

 

[rteetz]

Interesting idea. I would be excited if this was real! How much truth though?

I’m not a fan of this YouTuber so I’m not gonna watch but going off the headline there are some rumors that the lightning McQueen show thing will be similar to Turtle Talk in that there will be interaction between the audience and the characters.

 

[Mr. Mickey]

I’m not a fan of this YouTuber so I’m not gonna watch but going off the headline there are some rumors that the lightning McQueen show thing will be similar to Turtle Talk in that there will be interaction between the audience and the characters.

Thanks. Just wondering how come you’re not a fan? I usually find him good with some exceptions

 

[rteetz]

Thanks. Just wondering how come you’re not a fan? I usually find him good with some exceptions

Not a fan of these newscast type Disney rumors shows.

 

[Mr. Mickey]

Not a fan of these newscast type Disney rumors shows.

DSNY included? I know I’ve touched in this before but I personally prefer Mickey Views over DSNY. Even though I don’t get news from these sources primarily it’s refreshing to see what another part of the internet is saying

 

[rteetz]

DSNY included? I know I’ve touched in this before but I personally prefer Mickey Views over DSNY. Even though I don’t get news from these sources primarily it’s refreshing to see what another part of the internet is saying

Correct. Personally I like DSNY better but still not a fan. DSNY has gotten much better about sourcing their info.

 

[Mr. Mickey]

Correct. Personally I like DSNY better but still not a fan. DSNY has gotten much better about sourcing their info.

Either way I stick to the boards or trusted websites for news

 

[ksromack]

News-Big AP discounts for Maria and Enzo’s and Enzo’s hideaway
https://www.wdwmagic.com/dining/mar...eaway-offering-large-passholder-discounts.htm

Hm.....we could squeeze in a lunch here on our last day of December's trip....but would have to cancel Wine Bar George. Has anyone been to both to compare the two?

Thanks. Just wondering how come you’re not a fan? I usually find him good with some exceptions

I actually sort of like him.....at least he doesn't say "ummmmm" every other sentence

 

[Keels]

Hm.....we could squeeze in a lunch here on our last day of December's trip....but would have to cancel Wine Bar George. Has anyone been to both to compare the two?

I pick both Hideaway and M&E's over Wine Bar George. I've been to WBG three times now and each time, I've come away underwhelmed. The wine list isn't all that unique - it's basically all of the wines across property in one location - and the food is just ... fine. I've yet to have good service there, so I'm not going to bother going back.

Hideaway does GREAT cocktails, and the prix-fixe lunch is great. And I've never had a bad meal at M&E's, though service can be a little hands-off and slow ... that never bothers me, because when I'm having a sit-down meal I don't want to be rushed.