***Official*** Pandora: The World of Avatar Information Thread

[AngiTN]

Does the restraint close and go around your whole leg? If it's just the back part of your leg not sure I'm following how some can't fit it?

It closes in behind your leg and has to reach a certain point to lock in. If the calf/leg is too large, it can't lock

 

[hiroMYhero]

Sit as far forward on your chair as possible to get the back restraint where it needs to be...if you're a shorter/average size person, calf size will be a factor. If you're taller and have to sit with your feet in the tip toe position, it'll be inner lower thigh and upper calf dimensions. If you or anyone else you know doesn't fit, I'd recommend taking to guest services... if they receive enough comments maybe they'll go about putting in larger seats for larger riders

Thank you very much for these very specific "seating tips!" Much appreciated!!

@rteetz will be sure to add this to the first post.

 

[FrancoFun]

That actually happened to me on FoP, it stopped after about 60 seconds into the ride. There was about a ten minute hold. We were tilted in the maximum downward position and it wasn't uncomfortable. You could just let go of the handlebars and sit up straight. I have to think that if they know that it's going to be down for an extend time, they can release the restraints so that you can leave.

Because I am someone who tends to get very nervous on rides (had a panic attack on Escape from Gringotts, survived SpiderMan, really enjoy Soarin' and Star Tours), how tilted is "maximum downward position," would you say? I desperately want to try the ride in June, but I'm terrified I'll hate it.

 

[CAS239]

Doesnt google or someone make cameras in glasses? Not that I'm encouraging anyone to do this or break Disneys rules but someone is likely to.

Yes. Snapchat also has glasses that record hands free.

 

[ErinsMommy]

It closes in behind your leg and has to reach a certain point to lock in. If the calf/leg is too large, it can't lock

Ah so it's pushing your leg forward to a certain click point?

 

[AngiTN]

Ah so it's pushing your leg forward to a certain click point?

Yes, that's they way it's been described

 

[FastPasser]

how tilted is "maximum downward position"

It depends if you're asking what it actually is or what your brain thinks it is during the ride? The actual tilt is not that bad, but due to the video, wind, etc, it feels extreme. It's very exciting.

 

[FrancoFun]

It depends if you're asking what it actually is or what your brain thinks it is during the ride? The actual tilt is not that bad, but due to the video, wind, etc, it feels extreme. It's very exciting.

I was wondering about actual tilt. Because I can close my eyes if what is happening on the screen gets too intense. I cannot, however, handle being tilted far forward or back without panic (I will not ride Forbidden Journey).

 

[yulilin3]

I was wondering about actual tilt. Because I can close my eyes if what is happening on the screen gets too intense. I cannot, however, handle being tilted far forward or back without panic (I will not ride Forbidden Journey).

I didn't find the ride intense in any sense, it was more thrilling flight than scary diving. The vehicle does not tilt that much in any direction, the sensation is created by the screen and effects like @FastPasser said.

 

[Lothlórien]

I was wondering about actual tilt. Because I can close my eyes if what is happening on the screen gets too intense. I cannot, however, handle being tilted far forward or back without panic (I will not ride Forbidden Journey).

The ride experience will definitely vary from person to person. It is too intense for me. Feeling like I am going to fall off the Banshee is not my cup of tea.
The tilt is minimal. Closing your eyes is very effective.

(to put it into perspective, I love Mickey's Philharmagic and of course I do not close my eyes, but the ride through Agrabah gets my tummy every time...even after hundreds of viewings.

 

[CampbellzSoup]

Watching the movie avatar to get a feeling for the world again...it's really not at all bad as some people made it seem to be.

It actually makes me more excited.

 

[HydroGuy]

Watching the movie avatar to get a feeling for the world again...it's really not at all bad as some people made it seem to be.

It actually makes me more excited.

You are saying that (arguably) the top selling movie of all time is "not at all bad"? Glad you and many millions of others agree!

 

[Sarahboo]

Watching the movie avatar to get a feeling for the world again...it's really not at all bad as some people made it seem to be.

It actually makes me more excited.

We watched it this weekend with the kids because they had never seen it. I only saw it once when it was in theaters. I remember thinking it was beautiful but the story was somewhat underwhelming and formulaic. I do remember really enjoying it because the visuals made up for the story.

You know what? I really enjoyed it. I'm super happy we watched it again and everyone in our family loved it. It helped me get more excited for what we might see when we go in September!

 

[ArwenMarie]

Disney can't make rides that everyone can ride. It's impossible with all of the different body types (and brain types)

 

[Monkida]

Posted in Dining as well, but the Satu'li Canteen now has a breakfast menu posted with breakfast pods, alcohol soaked raisin topped steel oatmeal, and a Bloody Mary .

https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/animal-kingdom/satuli-canteen/menus/breakfast/

 

[JennLTX]

Posted in Dining as well, but the Satu'li Canteen now has a breakfast menu posted with breakfast pods, alcohol soaked raisin topped steel oatmeal, and a Bloody Mary .

https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/animal-kingdom/satuli-canteen/menus/breakfast/

That Steak and Eggs entree sounds REALLY good.

 

[CampbellzSoup]

I'm glad I'm not the only one to revisit the movie...if anyone also can before your trip just give it a watch...it may not be the best movie created by the world and atmosphere are second to none.

I really want to try the food and margarita!!!!!

November is gonna be a long time away but hopefully you guys by then will have full impressions

 

[HydroGuy]

I'm glad I'm not the only one to revisit the movie...if anyone also can before your trip just give it a watch...it may not be the best movie created by the world and atmosphere are second to none.

I really want to try the food and margarita!!!!!

November is gonna be a long time away but hopefully you guys by then will have full impressions

Yah, I gave you a hard time a few posts ago. I watched it a few weeks ago myself for the first time since it came out and noted my thoughts in an earlier post in this thread FWIW. I just remember saying over and over "wow, I forgot how good Avatar is"!

 

[CampbellzSoup]

Yah, I gave you a hard time a few posts ago. I watched it a few weeks ago myself for the first time since it came out and noted my thoughts in an earlier post in this thread FWIW. I just remember saying over and over "wow, I forgot how good Avatar is"!

Yeah I saw you rubbing me the wrong way but my post meant to convey the same message as you - here's to one of those weird margaritas brother!

 

[rteetz]

Thank you very much for these very specific "seating tips!" Much appreciated!!

@rteetz will be sure to add this to the first post.

I have added it!