Official Fantasyland Expansion Q & A (Mickey gets evicted) PART II

[Berlioz70]

Two of the three tents are staying. Specifically, the former princess/fairy tent is rumored to be a new meet and greet location being called Pete's Sideshow. To be honest, those are pretty loose rumors, nothing confirmed by Disney.

 

[Reddy]

Two of the three tents are staying. Specifically, the former princess/fairy tent is rumored to be a new meet and greet location being called Pete's Sideshow. To be honest, those are pretty loose rumors, nothing confirmed by Disney.

that would be a great use for that spot - I was wondering what the Sideshow would be & was hoping for something good -- since it is setup for M&Gs it would be great -- just change the decor some (would be great for Goofy to get a spot - Donald & Daisy too)

 

[DanBoris]

I think I'm really going to miss those planters. They were a nice place to sit and people watch. I hope they add in some benches or other seating at some point.

The model of the expansion shows some small grassy and landscaped areas along the new castle wall, these might make for a nice place to sit.

Dan

 

[Berlioz70]

Recognizing there is some "Veranda" confusion...

There are three verandas:

Veranda Porch, entrance to Adventureland, on the right just past the bridge, this is where Ariel greets
Veranda Gazebo, on the right just past Aloha Isle, where Ariel was when the bridge was under construction
Veranda, the former indoor food and beverage location most recently utilized by special events and parties, entrance is just past the Porch, exit is just past the Gazebo, this is where the fairies will be

 

[DisneyBabies]

Two of the three tents are staying. Specifically, the former princess/fairy tent is rumored to be a new meet and greet location being called Pete's Sideshow. To be honest, those are pretty loose rumors, nothing confirmed by Disney.

I thought they would have torn those down and made more permanent structures. It was my understanding that TT was supposed to be a temporary thing so the structures of those tents are not as great as they should be for a permanent fixture. Are they keeping the old tents to save money or time?

I like that they are putting some meet and greets in those tents. I can't wait to find out who.

 

[Berlioz70]

That was what everyone thought... but I can assure you that the tents are staying! Not sure what the final reason was... but yes, they were technically intended to be temporary.

In other news... fairy rumors are flying around... apparently there will only be two available and will be similar to Epcot with Vidia and Rosetta as the regulars.

 

[1hero2princesses]

One thing I am confused about. Since original dumbo is going away because there will be the two new dumbos... what goes in the place of the original dumbo? Will it just be empty space? It really is the best view in the park. Sad they won't have a ride there....

 

[erikawolf2004]

New construction progress pictures: http://orlandoparksnews.blogspot.com/2011/07/fantasyland-update-new-castle-walls.html

I get sooo excited seeing all of these I'm can't wait to see it all in person next June I just wish it was all going to be open by then!!!

 

[Berlioz70]

One thing I am confused about. Since original dumbo is going away because there will be the two new dumbos... what goes in the place of the original dumbo? Will it just be empty space? It really is the best view in the park. Sad they won't have a ride there....

Here ya go:

FAQ

What is replacing the current Dumbo?

If you look at the concept art above you'll see a Castle Wall; that wall will cross right over the area where Dumbo is currently located. There are also photos of the new Castle Wall construction in the photos linked above.

If you click the blue arrow behind "Berlioz" it will take you to that post with the photos and concept art.

 

[lionking13]

Is there any possibility that the mine coaster will be finished earlier then 2014 and open with the rest of the new fantasyland. Also, when will the ride start construction. Will it be before the rest of fantasyland is completed or will it start when some of fantasyland is open?

 

[MouseEarsForAll]

Fairies are going back to MK on July 28th!

Disney Parks Blog

Recognizing that there is interest in WHO those fairies are... rumors indicate that Tink, Vidia, Terrence, Rosetta and Fawn will be the regulars (only 3 at a time though), Iridessa will be hit and miss and Silvermist will be rare. This is how it was during their final days at ToonTown as well. Disney has not made an official announcement regarding the "who", I do not expect to hear one either.

I don't understand why they don't have all characters frequently. Everyone has different tastes...

 

[Berlioz70]

Is there any possibility that the mine coaster will be finished earlier then 2014 and open with the rest of the new fantasyland. Also, when will the ride start construction. Will it be before the rest of fantasyland is completed or will it start when some of fantasyland is open?

All good questions, but unfortunately no one knows (or at least no one is "officially" talking). All we know is listed below.

There's a lot of speculation earlier in this thread about whether or not the Mine Train will fit behind the wall, or if the wall will have to be moved again... and when that move would happen. Luckily there are enough pictures posted from different sites that we will know immediately once construction begins. Construction on the castle wall has begun, so that's a good sign!

FAQ

When will the new Fantasyland Expansion open?

Good question! Disney originally announced that the new expansion would open in phases, with the first phase opening in 2012 and second in 2013.

The expansion is still targeted to open Fall 2012, but a phased opening is still expected. Storybook Circus is definately slated for 2012 (based on the posters); it's assumed Ariel and Belle areas will also be ready. The Dwarf Mine Train and Princess Fairytale Hall are still unknown. Posts later in this thread indicate a rumored opening of 2014 for the Mine Train, but Disney has not made any official announcements.

Perspective: Ariel and Belle areas started construction in Spring 2010, for an anticipated Fall 2012 opening. Construction has not begun on the Mine Train or the Princess Fairytale Hall.

 

[mlittig]

I will be so glad to have the fairies back at Magic Kingdom and have them indoors again

 

[Berlioz70]

TWO THINGS OF NOTE:

DUMBO ride updates!!!

LITTLE MERMAID ride updates from WDI!!!

 

[mesaboy2]

TWO THINGS OF NOTE:

DUMBO ride updates!!!

LITTLE MERMAID ride updates from WDI!!!

Thanks for this. Good news that there'll always be a Dumbo operating. Also glad to see that they're apparently keeping the "Barnstormer" name on the rethemed coaster--it's just more of a mouthful.

 

[think-like-tink]

Oohhhhh a Toy Story musical would be awesome

 

[Invisable89]

TWO THINGS OF NOTE:

DUMBO ride updates!!!

LITTLE MERMAID ride updates from WDI!!!

I saw the Little Mermaid video earlier & i've got to say i am thoroughly impressed! The ride queue looks pretty cool awell, better than Disneyland's version IMHO.

Can't wait until it's all finished!

 

[Invisable89]

I've also just found a link to a website that has got detailed screen captures of what we can see in the above video from Disney Parks Blog: http://disneyandmore.blogspot.com/2011/07/new-imagineering-video-reveals-more.html

 

[SoScary'09]

What a ton of work. Can't wait to see Eric's castle all finished!

 

[MouseEarsForAll]

Thanks for this. Good news that there'll always be a Dumbo operating. Also glad to see that they're apparently keeping the "Barnstormer" name on the rethemed coaster--it's just more of a mouthful.

Great for Dumbo! I wasn't completely sure.