News Round Up

[LeeAndRobin]

Update on the hub in MK:
I'm glad these ppl are detailed oriented, cause it all looks exactly the same as it did to me a few weeks ago. Sooooo slooooow.

My thoughts exactly.

Cheers,
--Lee

 

[rteetz]

Update on the hub in MK: http://www.orlandoparksnews.com/2014/10/magic-kingdom-hub-and-bypass-update.html I'm glad these ppl are detailed oriented, cause it all looks exactly the same as it did to me a few weeks ago. Sooooo slooooow.

Actually I think it's really picked up pace the last few weeks. It did look the same for a long time but it's really starting to take some shape.

 

[luisov]

I'm guessing August/September rains slowed down the construction process. Hopefully we'll see more progress over the next few months.

 

[rteetz]

The wonderful MyMagic+ won an award for innovation

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/bl...agic-honored-with-innovation-by-design-award/

 

[rteetz]

Kongstruction update

http://www.orlandoparksnews.com/2014/10/islands-of-adventure-update-huge-king.html

 

[rteetz]

Under the sea journey of the little mermaid will close Feb. 2nd for a month long refurb opening on March 6th. This most likely means that the ride is getting the same upgrades that DCAs version got, which was a large improvement.

 

[OnSpaceshipEarth]

Under the sea journey of the little mermaid will close Feb. 2nd for a month long refurb opening on March 6th. This most likely means that the ride is getting the same upgrades that DCAs version got, which was a large improvement.

That's very good news!

 

[Yellowstonetim]

Under the sea journey of the little mermaid will close Feb. 2nd for a month long refurb opening on March 6th. This most likely means that the ride is getting the same upgrades that DCAs version got, which was a large improvement.

What, was the upgrade that DCA got?

 

[faneuil]

Third quarter injury reports - Orlando theme parks

http://www.orlandosentinel.com/business/os-cfb-tourism-column-10202014-20141019-story.html

 

[rteetz]

The Beach club is getting a much needed multiyear refurbishment that is getting underway very soon.

http://www.wdwmagic.com/resorts/dis...disney's-beach-club-resort-about-to-begin.htm

 

[rteetz]

What, was the upgrade that DCA got?

http://youtu.be/8y9VR1jia_U

 

[rteetz]

More special edition magic bands are on the way. Olaf in a Santa hat, Mickey and friends Christmas, and big hero 6.

http://wdwnt.com/blog/2014/10/christmas-party-big-hero-6-and-olaf-holiday-magicbands-coming-soon/

 

[faneuil]

More Glow with the Show merchandise.
http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/bl...to-made-with-magic-this-fall-at-disney-parks/

I love wearing my ears to Osborne Lights - they fit in nicely.

 

[Yellowstonetim]

Third quarter injury reports - Orlando theme parks

http://www.orlandosentinel.com/business/os-cfb-tourism-column-10202014-20141019-story.html

Interesting quote on the MyMagic+ Award:

"MyMagic+ was a rarity among judges in that it won in an immediate, unanimous decision," Fast Company said on its website. "That's no doubt because it's a peek at a smarter, more automated future, with applications beyond the theme park.""

The people who understand this technology know what a fantastic thing this is going be when fully utilized.

 

[rteetz]

Interesting quote on the MyMagic+ Award: "MyMagic+ was a rarity among judges in that it won in an immediate, unanimous decision," Fast Company said on its website. "That's no doubt because it's a peek at a smarter, more automated future, with applications beyond the theme park."" The people who understand this technology know what a fantastic thing this is going be when fully utilized.

On disneys end this is fantastic for them all the data they can collect and having everything on one system. For the consumer it hasn't been the best but has gotten better.

 

[etherealcaitiff]

http://youtu.be/8y9VR1jia_U

So...what exactly is different between that and what we have in WDW? I've been on both and saw a noticeable difference. Am I missing something?

 

[rteetz]

So...what exactly is different between that and what we have in WDW? I've been on both and saw a noticeable difference. Am I missing something?

It's mainly lighting changes, changes to Ariel like her hair and other various changes to make the ride look better. These are all things that should have been done from the beginning not in a refurb.

 

[Yellowstonetim]

It's mainly lighting changes, changes to Ariel like her hair and other various changes to make the ride look better. These are all things that should have been done from the beginning not in a refurb.

Ariel already has the flowing/moving hair that looks like it was underwater, I thought. I didn't see much different, but I haven't been on it in several months.

 

[rteetz]

Ariel already has the flowing/moving hair that looks like it was underwater, I thought. I didn't see much different, but I haven't been on it in several months.

Here's a list I found of the changes that DCA got
A number of static fish were added
A picture of King tritons castle was added before the under the sea sequence
The under the sea sequence received new black lights to make it a traditional dark ride
Other scenes received black lights
Ariels hair received a new shine
In the kiss the girl seen Ariel received real hair rather than the rubber or plastic hair

 

[Yellowstonetim]

Here's a list I found of the changes that DCA got
A number of static fish were added
A picture of King tritons castle was added before the under the sea sequence
The under the sea sequence received new black lights to make it a traditional dark ride
Other scenes received black lights
Ariels hair received a new shine
In the kiss the girl seen Ariel received real hair rather than the rubber or plastic hair

Thank you! That helps. Now I'll have to watch it again and look for those things.