News Round Up 2018

[Tigger's ally]

I have to say that with my visit last weekend, I really enjoyed what Disney Springs has morphed into. My last visit, it was still construction wall kingdom. Took me a little to get oriented as didn't remember the bus depot being where it was. Overall the presentation was good. they had some scrim just down from the Coke store, but that is all I noticed. Definitely worth a visit for a meal and window shopping for a bit.

Yeah, we love the new DS. However, my wife, daughter and grand tinker can go all day down there. Me, I prefer evening and nighttime as it is cooler and I love the atmosphere and lighting at night. Plus, I tend to sit down outside at my favorite adult establishments and really prefer it being in the shade. Even the hole in the wall can be a hot little place in the sunlight. Love it at about 10 p.m. And folks, everybody that is up for a few libations needs to check out the top deck lounge of the Paddlefish. Comfy outdoor furniture with a wonderful nighttime view. I highly recommend it

 

[tlmadden73]

Photo Update

PHOTO REPORT: The Magic Kingdom 10/26/18 (Tomorrowland Changes, Redd Merchandise Makes Port, Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe Remodel, ETC.)

What . .the sword is missing from the Stone? Hope that returns soon.!

 

[soniam]

I will say I like the idea of something you can go in and out of - rather than having to spend a set amount of time for a meal or something. So just the idea of somehwere we know we can duck in and out of and get a drink and some food, is nice ... not sure if it is worth $99, but the *concept* I get. Plus per person, knowing kid won't each much and definitely legally can't have the wine and beer seems tough. Maybe something that would be better for a couple that is going or something.

I do think it would be better if the reserved viewing was for the first parade rather than the 2nd

I think it's a better value than the dessert party. Plus, I am assuming that they provide seating to eat, so it could be nice for some people to have that place to sit anytime they want. I really don't need to be tempted to eat and drink that much on the first night of my trip, so I decided to pass.

Line at Downtown Disney for Funko Pop release is just insane

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Do people in Southern California have jobs?

 

[rteetz]

Photo Update

PHOTOS: Exterior Nature Art Applied, More Supports Erected at Epcot’s Disney Skyliner Station

 

[sachilles]

Yeah, we love the new DS. However, my wife, daughter and grand tinker can go all day down there. Me, I prefer evening and nighttime as it is cooler and I love the atmosphere and lighting at night. Plus, I tend to sit down outside at my favorite adult establishments and really prefer it being in the shade. Even the hole in the wall can be a hot little place in the sunlight. Love it at about 10 p.m. And folks, everybody that is up for a few libations needs to check out the top deck lounge of the Paddlefish. Comfy outdoor furniture with a wonderful nighttime view. I highly recommend it

I think you and I are the same on this one. I've had enough skin cancer removed, that I truly enjoy the twilight and evening hours better. I hate searching for shade. I will be sure to check out the paddlefish deck lounge.

 

[The Pho]

What . .the sword is missing from the Stone? Hope that returns soon.!

It's been missing for a little while now.

 

[sachilles]

It's been missing for a little while now.

So, who is our new king?

 

[fatmanatee]

Line at Downtown Disney for Funko Pop release is just insane

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As someone who has gotten involved in this craziness at comic cons, this is extra crazy.

 

[Tigger's ally]

I think you and I are the same on this one. I've had enough skin cancer removed, that I truly enjoy the twilight and evening hours better. I hate searching for shade. I will be sure to check out the paddlefish deck lounge.

There's actually a lounge on all three levels but the top one is great at night. And, my 80 year old father is the one that has had the skin removed, but he made both me and my brother promise to do as he said, not as he did a long time ago. He has both of our attention at all time and you won't find either of us without major sun screen and protective clothing and headware.

 

[Tigger's ally]

It's been missing for a little while now.

Well, the person that puts it back gets banished to the pit of misery dilly dilly!

 

[rteetz]

News

Boba Fett movie is canned

https://collider-com.cdn.ampproject...2ZXFcBToE5TM-OWWtC_PTOcPMYZ1SweWtbVQ2RLzIvQ70

 

[tlmadden73]

It's been missing for a little while now.

Ahh man.. but oh the fun I can have with my son on why it is missing .

All the stuff "missing" at for this November trip (Tom Sawyer's Island, Riverboat, Disney Junior, etc.) .. I'm looking forward to not caring because of an AP and going back sometime in the next 11 months!

 

[mcd2745]

As someone who has gotten involved in this craziness at comic cons, this is extra crazy.

I had the pleasure of going through the insanity that was the Funko booth at NYCCC a few weeks ago (my son is the collector).

Which one were are they releasing?

 

[rteetz]

News

Kevin Feige has confirmed the Avengers trailer will drop before the end of the year.

 

[skier_pete]

News

Boba Fett movie is canned

https://collider-com.cdn.ampproject...2ZXFcBToE5TM-OWWtC_PTOcPMYZ1SweWtbVQ2RLzIvQ70

This does not bother me at all. I for one have enjoyed all the new Star Wars movies, but this just seemed like a bad idea.

 

[TomServo27]

Fox may end up buying back the RSNs.

https://www.cnbc.com/amp/2018/10/26/rupert-murdoch-may-buy-back-fox-sports-networks-from-disney.html

 

[writerguyfl]

Where can I find these backstories? Now I need to know why Dinoland is the way it is, and the story behind Disney Springs buildings?

That's the problem. Namely, there's no official records of the stories behind attractions or lands. It seems like a ton of wasted effort by the Imagineers if guests can't find out why the details where put into places. It's the difference between going to a TGI Fridays and seeming random stuff on the walls versus a Disney restaurant and seeing items that an Imagineer purposely found or created that support the backstory of the place.

I sort of understand wanting to keep things a bit esoteric. Doing that can create interesting interactions between guests and Cast Members. But, that only can work if Cast Members learn the backstory. Reading mikepizzo's tale about the Cast Member not being told the backstory really saddens me. It doesn't surprise me, however.

I would thoroughly endorse timmadden73's museum idea. Heck, Disney could even do a virtual museum using an app. When you enter an area, you could learn a little (fake) history about the place.

As for DinoLand USA, here's the basic backstory. It explains who Chester and Hester are and why the carnival games exist:
https://touringplans.com/animal-kingdom/lands/dinoland-usa

 

[bluecastle]

Photo Update

PHOTO REPORT: The Magic Kingdom 10/26/18 (Tomorrowland Changes, Redd Merchandise Makes Port, Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe Remodel, ETC.)

The people in the Christmas Shoppe look very grumpy!

 

[PaintsWithAllTheColors]

Do people in Southern California have jobs?

Thank you!! I live (and work) in So Cal and it never ceases to amaze me how many people seem to have the time to do this. I want to be bitter about it but hey, I fully admit I’m just jealous so more power to those who can make it work!

 

[dina444444]

Thank you!! I live (and work) in So Cal and it never ceases to amaze me how many people seem to have the time to do this. I want to be bitter about it but hey, I fully admit I’m just jealous so more power to those who can make it work!

A lot of people in So Cal do work non traditional hours or are freelancers.