News Round Up 2019

[TheMaxRebo]

wonder what the odds are of this becoming the NORM..... We usually try to book R&C for Illuminations, but they have changed the menu, and now we find it less appealing. Used to really like the Steak and Fish & Chips - but sadly, it's gone. There are other restaurants with Illuminations viewing, but I'm not sure it they have as good a vantage point.

I would think that at least for this they would have announced other restaurants at the same time if they were going to only have packages for illuminations viewing elsewhere

BTW - we've done dining at Spice Road Table and thought it had a plenty fine view of Illuminations, maybe not quite as close, but we liked it quite a lot (if you are looking for other options)

 

[ksromack]

wonder what the odds are of this becoming the NORM..... We usually try to book R&C for Illuminations, but they have changed the menu, and now we find it less appealing. Used to really like the Steak and Fish & Chips - but sadly, it's gone. There are other restaurants with Illuminations viewing, but I'm not sure it they have as good a vantage point.

We had a great view from Spice Road Table last October. I think our ADRs were for 8pm but the host at the check-in table suggested we arrive around 7:45 in order to get one of the lagoon-side tables. It was actually a great meal for me and my 6 high school gal pals.

 

[saskdw]

The alcohol on the illuminations package is what tips in favor for me. However, I much as I like an adult beverage, I don't drink a ton at Disney. Usually I've had more than my fair share of sun and need to fill up on water. I like the idea of having a couple + drinks there, but I think at tops I'd have two. I'd like to think I'd have more as no rides would be likely as it's end of night at the park, but I think I'm starting to come down with an advance case of A.G.E.

We have sat on the deck at R & C for Illuminations a few times. Typically I would have 2 beers during the 2 1/2 hours that we are there. With this pkg I might extend that to 3 or 4 depending on my mood. I doubt there are too many power drinkers that would be trying guzzle their weight in beer....lol. Really good value here IMO and I really like the idea of getting a guaranteed seat on the deck.

 

[Tigger's ally]

our upcoming trip is Adults Only and one of the few times we are staying onsite and won't have a car ... so the unlimited drinks is more appealing than for other trips

We drive half the time and fly half the time When we drive to the world, we park our vehicle and never get in it till we leave. Totally utilize the free transportation, especially at the end of the day after cocktails.

 

[Cinderumbrella]

https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/epcot/illuminations-dinner-package/

Seating starts at 8 & ends at 9:30.

 

[Firebird060]

If only R&C still sold a Yard of Beer, oh it would make since then for this package

 

[rteetz]

News

Guests Will Soon Discover a Dynamic Design When Jaleo Opens at Disney Springs

 

[rteetz]

News

Ant-Man and The Wasp: Nano Battle! Opens March 31 at Hong Kong Disneyland

 

[saskdw]

https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/epcot/illuminations-dinner-package/

Seating starts at 8 & ends at 9:30.

Obviously trying to limit the amount of drinks served. It say's aprox. 90 mins. I'd guess they would seat people earlier. I would also suspect for most people they would still serve one more drink after 9:30pm. Unless they feel like you've had enough. I could be wrong, but we've always had friendly service there.

 

[goofygal531]

With the DHS fireworks show changing to “Wonderful World of Animation”, any rumor the SW fireworks dessert party will change to reflect the new show? My family already asked me to book it!

 

[Moliphino]

News

Guests Will Soon Discover a Dynamic Design When Jaleo Opens at Disney Springs

So the building is based on an artichoke, but they don't even have my favorite dish from my trip to Spain on the menu - grilled artichokes. I didn't see artichokes at all when I just skimmed the menu.

 

[Tiki Birdland]

The alcohol on the illuminations package is what tips in favor for me

Exactly the reason why all of these packages stink for my family. We don't drink. I wish they offered non-alcoholic packages for us.

 

[TheMaxRebo]

Exactly the reason why all of these packages stink for my family. We don't drink. I wish they offered non-alcoholic packages for us.

or like 2 prices - with and without ... but they know it looks better if they bake it in

 

[saskdw]

Exactly the reason why all of these packages stink for my family. We don't drink. I wish they offered non-alcoholic packages for us.

They do. They're $85.

 

[Tiki Birdland]

They do. They're $85

Sorry, not subsidizing the drinks... At least I'm valuable locally as the designated driver and get any non-alcoholic drinks for free.

 

[rteetz]

Reported new look for Disneyland’s castle

 

[saskdw]

Sorry, not subsidizing the drinks... At least I'm valuable locally as the designated driver and get any non-alcoholic drinks for free.

I think this is all about perspective. I would consider this pkg even if I wasn't drinking because it guarantees a seat on the deck.

The main reason we eat at R & C is to sit on the deck for the fireworks. We've done this 4 times. I've always been able to sweet talk us into a deck spot, but it is stressful walking up to the stand to get seated knowing the entire family will be upset if we have to sit inside. I would gladly slide someone a twenty or whatever to get the table we want. So I have know problem paying a little extra for that guaranteed seat. I suspect way more than enough people will agree with me and these will book up fast. I actually have no idea why these seats weren't a specific booking all along.

 

[SaintsManiac]

Its definitely about capitalizing on the people who want to see Illuminations one last time.

Yep I will probably book this for July.

 

[jlundeen]

Re: the R&C Dining Package

I started thinking about that area on the France side where they have often hosted private parties and is separate from the R&C patio itself...do you think that maybe that could be where they do the Dining Package? Or maybe let the folks who have dined inside have access to that area to watch, similar to what Cali Grill does?

Or how about that little seating area on the Canada side of R&C....that could be roped off for party guests... or inside diners....

Just a thought....

 

[atricks]

Universal News:

Walls have gone up for serious prep work in Jurassic Park at Islands of Adventure to move kiosks and games out to make room for the rumored Jurassic Park roller coaster today. You have to love how Universal just up and does things without announcements.

These particular structures will be gone probably before the end of the week, the raptor encounter will likely move very soon and then the coaster will start going up shortly after.

Some Photos at https://twitter.com/OrlParkNews/status/1082752852613832705