News Round Up 2018

[TheMaxRebo]

Well it looks like it will be an actual roller coaster vs more of a simulator. For people who like actual roller coasters that might be a big pro and Universal is known for being more for the thrills like that.

Honestly I'm not sure that's an anti-Disney/pro-Universal and TBH I wouldn't even list those two attributes together unless you're talking about a specific subset of people. I'm pro-Universal but not anti-Disney. I may not even be able to ride the new roller coaster depending on the type (though that goes the same for the new Guardians of the Galaxy ride) but I sure as heck know my husband will go on it.

Well, at least one person I saw making those comments has made rather biased comments before - but I am sure there are other people that are more balanced but do prefer roller coaster type rides

Though, only one of the Star Wars rides will be a simulator - the battle Eacape one will have a lot of physical props and animatronics

 

[TheMaxRebo]

I think if it was a whole land or another gate yeah it might be more of an effect but I would agree that it's likely not going to do too too much.

But for that matter I think you'd have to look at it from a certain perspective. There are some people who don't presently go to WDW and may only be going to WDW because of Star Wars. I'd see those types of people as less likely to experience the rest of WDW and really only focus on Star Wars. That's sorta like the people who go to Universal and really only go for the HP parts and don't experience the rest of the parks. Those types of people may be more likely to come down for both Star Wars and the new HP ride because both IPs have a large enough following to garner people only wanting to experience those specific attractions/areas.

That’s true - I can see people coming for Star Wars who are also into HP that would see the new coaster as another reason to combine visiting both parks into the one tip (especially people who maybe did HP a few years ago and now we’re just going to do Star Wars but instead do both)

 

[Mackenzie Click-Mickelson]

Aquaman was great fun! Spiderverse was even better. I saw Poppins yesterday, it was a good movie, but not as fun as the other 2. I’d go see either Aquaman or Spiderverse again in theaters, Poppins again if it was on cable. Poppins wasn’t bad, I just felt like it was missing something.

Now that I've seen it I concur that Aquaman was a good movie

Would love to get a sequel out of it too (and hopefully the success of it means they'll do it).

 

[lovethesun12]

I want to wish everyone who celebrates a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays ahead of the big day tomorrow.

With that we are winding down on this years News Round Up thread. I want to thank everyone for contributing and following along. As always I end the year asking for any suggestions, comments, or concerns about this thread and where it should go forward. I am fine if no changes are needed too.

Thanks everyone!

The thread is awesome! Thanks for keeping it going for us Merry Christmas =)

 

[jlundeen]

Merry Christmas everyone!

And Ryan, thank you for keeping this thread one of the best on the dis. Sometimes it gets a little carried away with off-topic posts, but I enjoy reading this every day! You're doing a great job.

Looking forward to a new year and many many new rumours!

 

[lovemickeyshouse]

Merry Christmas enjoy the Disney holiday special on Abc today!

 

[Dfan79]

Merry Christmas everyone, hopefully I can win the lottery tonight.

 

[YesterDark]

Merry Christmas everyone!

Personally the most exciting thing about a new land or park is the overall theming and immersion. A single roller coaster wouldn't get me super psyched up, but if the whole land was well done, then no problem getting excited. My thing with SWGE is that it's going to have amazing theming and the Falcon ride is being described as something I've never experienced before. A coaster is fun, but it's not entirely different.

 

[AMusicLifeForMe]

Merry Christmas everyone!

Thank you to all of you for being a great Disney Community that I get to communicate with everyday. I'm grateful that I get to call many of you my friends!

@rteetz Thank you for moderating the best forum on this site! It's very helpful to have one place that is organized with everything happening in Theme Parks around the globe. This forum wouldn't be the way it is without having a dedicated moderator like you. So, thank you very much for all of the time that you put into this forum and this website!

 

[TheMaxRebo]

Merry Christmas all!

We have the kids tickets to the Mickey Mouse exhibit in NYC- so will go to that this Friday

 

[BigRed98]

Merry Christmas Everyone! It’s always a pleasure talking to everyone each day on the boards!

Merry Christmas all!

We have the kids tickets to the Mickey Mouse exhibit in NYC- so will go to that this Friday


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Have fun on Friday, you and your family are going to enjoy it. Please report back I want to hear your thoughts.

 

[MommaBerd]

At the risk of being repetitive, merry Christmas and happy holidays everyone! I enjoy this thread community so much, and I really appreciate Ryan for his time, effort, and energy that goes into moderating this thread (and others)! I eagerly look forward to all the fun discussions I know 2019 will have in store. It’s an exciting time to be a Disney fan.

 

[dclpluto]

Merry Christmas everyone!

Thank you to all of you for being a great Disney Community that I get to communicate with everyday. I'm grateful that I get to call many of you my friends!

@rteetz Thank you for moderating the best forum on this site! It's very helpful to have one place that is organized with everything happening in Theme Parks around the globe. This forum wouldn't be the way it is without having a dedicated moderator like you. So, thank you very much for all of the time that you put into this forum and this website!

Agree rteetz does a amazing job here. I think he has more likes than anyone here on disboards.

 

[OhioStateBuckeye]

Is anyone else watching the parade?

Sarah Hyland just told Andrea Bocelli that he had to go to Epcot and try the ravioli.

She looked like she could die from embarrassment. I'm still cringing.

 

[Ambehnke]

Merry Christmas amigos! May your year be filled with many Disney memories! Our kids got the surprise that we are going to WDW next month... yippie!

 

[Princessclab]

Is anyone else watching the parade?

Sarah Hyland just told Andrea Bocelli that he had to go to Epcot and try the ravioli.

She looked like she could die from embarrassment. I'm still cringing.

I saw it, IMO it was supposed to be a joke. He laughed.

 

[dina444444]

 

[jade1]

Just watched that on ABC, weirdly Kylo was wearing that ridiculous looking mask Hmmm.

 

[dclpluto]

Of the new Star Wars ride. The one ride reminds me of the dinosaur ride. The other ride reminds me of star tours and the space ride.

 

[jade1]

Well it looks like it will be an actual roller coaster vs more of a simulator. For people who like actual roller coasters that might be a big pro and Universal is known for being more for the thrills like that.

Agreed. Sadly they are also now known for dismantling the best coaster (IMO) in Orlando to make room for this one. Just wish they could have kept is as well.

Like you say "for people who like actual coasters", are very likely getting a lot less thrilling gforce coaster-even though overall amazing. I am looking forward to it, just slightly disgusted.