News Round Up 2021

[mrsap]

Orlando International Airport shared pics of Wonder Woman’s WW84 Plane

 

[Ismo]

So Avengers campus gets to open as early as June, but a ride that's completed in EPCOT stays closed until October... (For now)

But, they did say that Avenger’s Campus is actually already completed, so they are keeping it closed for 1.5 months after opening. I know, I know, it doesn’t make it any better.

I do think that they are holding off on opening Ratatouille until the 50th in order to draw crowds to Epcot and away from MK for the 50th though. But it would still be very annoying if you were to visit between now and then, knowing the ride is done and you still can’t go on it.

 

[jlwise]

THE LINE FOR STORMALONG BAY TODAY!

Ugh... this actually upsets me. We will be there at the end of May, and this resort was mainly chosen because of the pool. When do we see pool restrictions or limits easing up? This doesn’t seem okay for folks staying at the resorts to literally not be able to swim

 

[jlwise]

Disney Genie Digital Assistant App Still in the Works, “Coming Soon” to Disney World

I saw Fast Pass Plus in the Genie preview pics (within the article). I’m starting to rethink our trip timing because it does seem if we wait a little longer, things will be much better.

 

[mrsap]

Ugh... this actually upsets me. We will be there at the end of May, and this resort was mainly chosen because of the pool. When do we see pool restrictions or limits easing up? This doesn’t seem okay for folks staying at the resorts to literally not be able to swim

Unfortunately, I don’t think they will until capacity is increased. But I agree with you, I wouldn’t be happy if I went down to the pool and saw that line.

 

[mrsap]

Morning all! (It’s Friday!! )


WAIT TIMES 4/8/21

 

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First Trusses Installed as Disney Rebuilds Monorail Station at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

 

[scrappinginontario]

Ugh... this actually upsets me. We will be there at the end of May, and this resort was mainly chosen because of the pool. When do we see pool restrictions or limits easing up? This doesn’t seem okay for folks staying at the resorts to literally not be able to swim

I can understand the disappointment for sure! While Stormalong Bay may be at capacity at times, you may wish to check the other 3 pools too. Pop's main pool has been reaching capacity almost every day for a month but their quiter pools not always. It could be something to look into at the times Stormalong Bay is full as they have 3 other quieter pools also. Even possibly sign up for SB then go to a quieter pool until your reservation opens?

 

[mrsap]

I can understand the disappointment for sure! While Stormalong Bay may be at capacity at times, you may wish to check the other 3 pools too. Pop's main pool has been reaching capacity almost every day for a month but their quiter pools not always. It could be something to look into at the times Stormalong Bay is full as they have 3 other quieter pools also. Even possibly sign up for SB then go to a quieter pool until your reservation opens?

You know what’s funny... my kids LOVED the quiet pool at BC!!! (the one by the villas) They liked that it was never over crowded and had plenty of room to swim without a lot of others around.

BUT... every time they said ‘Let’s go to the quiet pool’, my reaction was to them (as well as my response to your post) ‘You don’t go to the Beach Club/Yacht Club to go to the Quiet Pool!!!!!!!!!!!’

 

[mrsap]

Shanghai Disney Resort’s 5th Birthday Celebration Officially Begins!

 

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Room Refurbishment Begins at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

 

[hertamaniac]

Universal Hollywood did a surprise open of the Secret Life of Pets ride that was supposed to open up the week the pandemic shut everything down. They are still doing their "Taste of Universal" food event right now, actual park open happens April 16th.

See the above for examples, Universal REALLY needed something like this for a long time. Hopefully something like it comes to Orlando too at some point. That queue is amazing too.

Wow! That queue is absolutely stellar. I would really like to see this built at UO.

 

[hertamaniac]

1 year into pandemic, Orange County (Florida) tourism tax dollars back on the rise after taking dip in January

 

[mrsap]

Movie Buffs! The New Walt Disney Archives Exhibit Is All About COSTUMES

 

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Disney World 50th Anniversary Color Scheme Refresh Continues at Transportation and Ticket Center

 

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Adventures by Disney Confirms Summer 2021 Costa Rica and Arizona & Utah Trips Will Travel; 2022 Adventures Released!

 

[hertamaniac]

Riptide Race waterslide at Aquatica in Orlando is open

 

[mrsap]

New Creations Shop Opening this Summer at EPCOT – the Next Milestone in the Park’s Historic Transformation

 

[hertamaniac]

Virgin Voyages moves cruise line debut to England, canceling sailings in US waters

 

[BrianL]

New Creations Shop Opening this Summer at EPCOT – the Next Milestone in the Park’s Historic Transformation

That headline buries the lead - CLUB COOL IS COMING BACK!

"Adjacent to the shop will be a revitalized Club Cool Hosted by Coca-Cola, which will also open this summer. This will celebrate Coca-Cola in a fresh new way, while keeping the fan-favorite experience that invites you to explore tasty drinks from around the world. This space will also have some new magic to bring the global experience of Coca-Cola to life for you."