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

[AngiTN]

The poor guy who was in the room with us and then couldn't ride had a Go Pro strapped to his head, and when we entered the ride room the CM told us no pictures/videos were to be taken. I was wondering if it was just because it was during previews or if that'll be the case once the land officially opens, too.

Gonna be just like Soarin' and Star Tours. NO FILMING. Ever. Of course, people still will. Cause the CM always mean, everyone else but them.

 

[rteetz]

The poor guy who was in the room with us and then couldn't ride had a Go Pro strapped to his head, and when we entered the ride room the CM told us no pictures/videos were to be taken. I was wondering if it was just because it was during previews or if that'll be the case once the land officially opens, too.

Technically you aren't supposed to film Soarin either yet plenty of people do.

 

[AngiTN]

For those who didn't see how Avatar fits with Animal Kingdom.

http://www.wdwinfo.com/walt-disney-world/why-pandora-fits-in-disneys-animal-kingdom/

Excellent article. Good job.

Though you will never get through to those that refuse to connect the dots. (Much like those that think that CM that tell guests not to film are talking to everyone but them) Some people just refuse to listen

 

[lovethattink]

Oh I thought you were talking about opening day. I imagine people will get there early for park opening in July but not 3 or 4 am. July 4th if you are there an hour early you should be okay but since EMH is going on still expect waits to already be an hour or more for the Pandora rides.

I read it the same way. I was thinking opening day as well.

 

[rteetz]

Excellent article. Good job.

Though you will never get through to those that refuse to connect the dots. (Much like those that think that CM that tell guests not to film are talking to everyone but them) Some people just refuse to listen

Thanks! There will always people who refuse for sure.

 

[Accident]

Were you the primary name on the registration?

I didn't get it either but my wife did and she was the one who signed up for us.

yes

 

[vtwep]

Any potential soft-opening information between now and official open? Have family there now so just curious if there is a way for "general public" to get some sneak peeks as the opening approaches.

 

[Gina Starr]

Any potential soft-opening information between now and official open? Have family there now so just curious if there is a way for "general public" to get some sneak peeks as the opening approaches.

I'm pretty sure you just have to be there at the right time. I saw on twitter yesterday they were letting people in but only for an hour or two

 

[JDUCKY]

Did anyone notice if there are pressed penny machines in the area?

 

[JDUCKY]

I'm pretty sure you just have to be there at the right time. I saw on twitter yesterday they were letting people in but only for an hour or two

Wonder if people were confused with AP holders getting in. I overheard more than one conversation of guests asking CMs at the AP preview entrance if there was any way in there and the response was always "Yes, if you are an AP holder and signed up for the preview and received confirmation."

 

[TheMaxRebo]

For those who didn't see how Avatar fits with Animal Kingdom.

http://www.wdwinfo.com/walt-disney-world/why-pandora-fits-in-disneys-animal-kingdom/

very good article Ryan! Only thing I would challenge you on is the statement that this is no different than Beastly Kingdom - I think the one difference is that it is based on a IP that Disney doesn't own ... so that criticism/questioning I do get

 

[rteetz]

very good article Ryan! Only thing I would challenge you on is the statement that this is no different than Beastly Kingdom - I think the one difference is that it is based on a IP that Disney doesn't own ... so that criticism/questioning I do get

My point in it not being different is that it's based on a mythical place. AK has always had that intention of a mythical place. Some believe only real things should be in AK.

 

[TheMaxRebo]

My point in it not being different is that it's based on a mythical place. AK has always had that intention of a mythical place. Some believe only real things should be in AK.

yeah, that part I 100% agree with and completely see the connection of the land to Animal Kingdom in general. I do sort of get the argument against it being an entire land devoted to an IP Disney doesn't own though (but recognize that wasn't the main point of your article)

 

[rteetz]

yeah, that part I 100% agree with and completely see the connection of the land to Animal Kingdom in general. I do sort of get the argument against it being an entire land devoted to an IP Disney doesn't own though (but recognize that wasn't the main point of your article)

I can write another article about that

 

[rteetz]

Pandora walls are down. No softs today as today begins the major media/press event.

 

[lugnut33]

We did the AP preview on Saturday and enjoyed Pandora so much more than we thought we would! Loved FoP, Na'vi River Journey is done well but as others have noted, not as exciting as FoP and I do think you'll get more from it if you've seen the movie. There are some really neat PP shots, too.
Had the Margarita from Pongu Pongu which was delicious. Ate at Satu'li Canteen: cheeseburger pods area no lol, as is the blue mousse dessert. DH got the create our own bowl with beef, whole grain and rice, and the onion chimichurri sauce and loved it.
I do have to say one thing because it was a downer, and being a downer for us I can only imagine how the folks it happened to felt. On FoP, we were grouped with only 2 other guests, a young couple probably in their late 20's/early 30's. We actually walked a bit slow together through the queue, talking about how cool it was. In the little rooms you go in we were talking more; very nice couple. Both people were tall, probably between 5'10" and 6', and they weren't small people (nobody would call DH or I small either so that isn't meant to offend anyone) You may see where this was going but the guy was SO excited to ride FoP, however neither of them fit and were asked to exit the room after the CM spent a really good amount of time trying to get them locked in We felt horrible for them, just terrible. As I said I can't imagine how they felt. Obviously I knew about this issue as all of us reading this thread do, and I know the test seat should be available soon, and it is what it is now but man, it sucked seeing that and I'm sure it really sucked for them.
As we were waiting in line for our preview time to start CM's were walking up and down the line showing everyone the pictures of the seats and explaining the restraints and that some body types may not fit, FYI.


The poor guy who was in the room with us and then couldn't ride had a Go Pro strapped to his head, and when we entered the ride room the CM told us no pictures/videos were to be taken. I was wondering if it was just because it was during previews or if that'll be the case once the land officially opens, too.

Thanks for the review. The size thing is weird on FoP.

 

[aviva5675]

I take it you mean River Journey and not ROL (Rivers of Light) lol. River Journey is 1000x better than RoL

yeah, brain cramp

 

[AngiTN]

Pandora walls are down. No softs today as today begins the major media/press event.

And the start of the media/press events is the #1 reason why I think there will not be any additional soft or unannounced previews.

 

[rteetz]

And the start of the media/press events is the #1 reason why I think there will not be any additional soft or unannounced previews.

Yep. Everyone checked into the AKL last night or this morning. Goodie bags were given out. HEA viewing tonight with live performances from the singers of the song.

 

[JennLTX]

Yep. Everyone checked into the AKL last night or this morning. Goodie bags were given out. HEA viewing tonight with live performances from the singers of the song.

Enquiring minds want to know: what was in the goodie bags???