World of Color Superthread

[ArchOwl]

Anyone?

The fire hydrant spot is still there in the blue section. Haven't used it myself recently. With the second or last show of the day being so uncrowded, I don't find myself needing to use that spot. If you want a FP for the second show, you need to check the FP machines in the late afternoon/early evening. Sometimes the CMs will give you a later FP if you ask and sometimes they won't. The last few times I have watched the second show of WOC, they were allowing people without FPs to enter the viewing area. But it is always a good idea to have the FP just in case.

 

[Needtorelax]

I'm sure this is somewhere on here but I can't seem to find it here or on the DL website. Can someone tell me the choices for kids meals at WCT or point me to where I may could find them. TIA!

 

[CluelessDisFan]

Allears.net for dining menus

 

[seobaina]

If I want to do a dining package what sort of time is best to book for? Thanks

 

[ArchOwl]

If I want to do a dining package what sort of time is best to book for? Thanks

Depends on how many shows there are that day and which one you want to go to. It is a good idea to leave yourself plenty of time between dinner and the show, especially for the first show. It also depends on if you are doing Carthay or another restaurant. Carthay takes longer.

 

[theluckyrabbit]

Dinner or lunch? If dinner, then that would depend on which show you want to see and your dining style. If your party is not made up of fast eaters, if you like to take your time to enjoy a meal, then book an earlier dinner so you can take your time and not rush.

 

[seobaina]

Depends on how many shows there are that day and which one you want to go to. It is a good idea to leave yourself plenty of time between dinner and the show, especially for the first show. It also depends on if you are doing Carthay or another restaurant. Carthay takes longer.

We wanted to do Ariel's. It's a Tuesday in late Sept so I'm assuming they'll only be one show.

Dinner or lunch? If dinner, then that would depend on which show you want to see and your dining style. If your party is not made up of fast eaters, if you like to take your time to enjoy a meal, then book an earlier dinner so you can take your time and not rush.

I'd rather do dinner but I don't want to feel rushed. There are only two of us and both adults so maybe 5pm ish?

Although, can I also ask, do the WOC packages at Ariel's include the princesses?

Thanks

 

[danacath]

Are there exiting strategies we can use after viewing the first show of WOC so we don't get caught in a crush of people? Also, are there certain spots that have a good view but also help you exit ahead of the masses? Our family has used exit strategies at WDW for Fantasmic and Illuminations, so I was just curious if there are any for WOC.

 

[mathmom32]

Not exactly an exit strategy, but when we were there in March, I happened to glance into Cars Land as we were leaving DCA after WOC. The land was totally empty, aside from a CM standing way down at the end by RSR. I grabbed the family and we took the opportunity to enjoy Cars Land all lit up and empty. We were able to get some amazing photos, and by the time we were done, the park was nearly cleared out. It's my new favorite way to close down DCA at the end of the night.

 

[danacath]

Neat idea, mathmom32!

I had even wondered whether a person is allowed to exit by GC and go to DTD after WOC, or if only resort guests can do that and everyone else has to exit through the main gates. Anyone?

 

[mathmom32]

I've never seen anyone checking people as they leave through the GCH. You shouldn't have any problems at all.

 

[DLR29]

Are there exiting strategies we can use after viewing the first show of WOC so we don't get caught in a crush of people? Also, are there certain spots that have a good view but also help you exit ahead of the masses? Our family has used exit strategies at WDW for Fantasmic and Illuminations, so I was just curious if there are any for WOC.

Unfortunately not really. They will make you walk all the way around Grizzly River Run, past Soarin to exit, and everybody goes that way. The best way to avoid this is to just wait a little bit after the show (maybe ride the Little Mermaid) and then head out.

 

[ParkHopper1]

Neat idea, mathmom32!

I had even wondered whether a person is allowed to exit by GC and go to DTD after WOC, or if only resort guests can do that and everyone else has to exit through the main gates. Anyone?

Typically anyone can EXIT through GCH at any time...hotel guests or not. There have been rare occasions on heavy peak days that they do limit the exit to resort guests only during the WOC exodus, but those are more uncommon than common. Worst case it is only a few steps in before they turn you around if they are limiting access.

 

[Jaina]

Which rides do they close down during World of Color? I'm having a hard time finding this info!

 

[ArchOwl]

Which rides do they close down during World of Color? I'm having a hard time finding this info!

Screamin', Mickey's Wheel, the swings, the jellyfish, the zephyr. So basically all the rides around the lagoon except TSMM.

 

[Jaina]

Thank you!

 

[piratenightmares]

This is old news, but I just realized there's no more picnic lunch. I know a lot of people thought it was a waste. I do have several other comments/questions though, as well.

It was always good for us because although we'd to to the parks for 5+ days, we rarely went to DCA until late afternoon. It was one way we could get a light snack and not have to bother going over to DCA earlier to get a FP for the show. Keep in mind I have 2 autistic children one of whom is in a wheelchair so walking back and forth between parks wasn't really an option for us.

We also had a fabulous visit from one of the cats while having a picnic lunch! http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=48872735&postcount=436 (It was in early December on a cool day and there were no other customers in the area at the time. I thought this was great!)

I am sad to see the picnic lunch gone, but I will simply be choosing another dining option. (And I'm sure I'll like whatever we do next just as much.)

Can someone give me advice regarding Ariel's Grotto, Wine Country Trattoria, or Carthay Circle as far as the WoC dining experience? Are these special meals, different than the typical menu? We usually do not eat inside DCA so I'm not as familiar with these spots as the ones in DL and in the hotels.

Second, there have been several occasions where the 'disabled' section at WoC has been full of people with 'guest assistance' passes who don't appear to be disabled. I do realize there are many ailments that are not something we can see. I feel the guest assistance cards are (recently) very over-used by people who don't REALLY need them for EVERY attraction. I can't really judge that myself though it's difficult not to at times. I DO know everyone is different, and some people do need the assistance even if it appears they do not. My eldest son has this issue sometimes as he is autistic but rather high functioning. I know there is nothing I can do about this issue. We simply live with it and make the best of it. It is never appropriate to assume certain people shouldn't be there. (I hope my comments about this haven't offended anyone. I am very sympathetic to special needs of all sorts.)

So my second problem (or question) is how to make sure my younger son who is in a wheelchair and clearly autistic gets a spot in the disabled area OR an area where he can actually see. We have arrived many times and the disabled areas have been full. We have only been in the disabled area for WoC once in the many times we've gone. But it is very difficult for my child in a wheelchair to see if he is not in the front due to everyone standing and the viewpoint from his chair. Does anyone have any tips for me in regard to this? Thanks a lot.

Third Question: If one takes a V.I.P. tour can you take WoC as part of your V.I.P. tour or is this reserved for other types of V.I.P.'s? I have stood in the V.I.P. area with a business trip in which we had a guide walk us to the area, however I am uncertain if a V.I.P. tour paid by an individual can get this option. (Also, being new to this board, could someone direct me to the V.I.P. tour thread, if there is one? I have several questions about this. Thanks, and sorry to go off topic for a second. I tried a search and didn't find quite what I was looking for.)

 

[Nonsuch]

So my second problem (or question) is how to make sure my younger son who is in a wheelchair and clearly autistic gets a spot in the disabled area OR an area where he can actually see.

The simple solution is to arrive early and wait in line. I have seen WOC many times, but still arrive at least an hour before the show (even with preferred dining tickets).

Third Question: If one takes a V.I.P. tour can you take WoC as part of your V.I.P. tour or is this reserved for other types of V.I.P.'s? I have stood in the V.I.P. area with a business trip in which we had a guide walk us to the area, however I am uncertain if a V.I.P. tour paid by an individual can get this option.

VIP Guest Services controls the reserved section, so they certainly should be able to grant access. Ask for details when booking a VIP tour, rather than on the day of the tour.

This MousePlanet article covers many features of VIP tours, although prices are now around $350/hour.
Get the VIP treatment at Disneyland

 

[keahgirl8]

I too am disappointed about the picnic. It worked for me because I also usually go in the afternoon, the other meals are too expensive for too much food since I am solo, and the salmon was really good! Now I'm not sure what to do.

 

[larina]

....Second, there have been several occasions where the 'disabled' section at WoC has been full of people with 'guest assistance' passes who don't appear to be disabled. I do realize there are many ailments that are not something we can see. I feel the guest assistance cards are (recently) very over-used by people who don't REALLY need them for EVERY attraction. I can't really judge that myself though it's difficult not to at times. I DO know everyone is different, and some people do need the assistance even if it appears they do not. My eldest son has this issue sometimes as he is autistic but rather high functioning. I know there is nothing I can do about this issue. We simply live with it and make the best of it. It is never appropriate to assume certain people shouldn't be there. (I hope my comments about this haven't offended anyone. I am very sympathetic to special needs of all sorts.)....

As you said, there are just so many special needs you can't see, its impossible for a spectator to judge who needs what. My mom is legally blind. She gets around quite well. I am shocked and disgusted by the way people talk to her and treat her because, "she doesn't look blind." I know GAC abuse exists, I had a FB friend (unfriended after this) who openly discussed getting a GAC because they only had two days and didn't want to miss anything. I was appalled.