Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Confession # 12: I Like It
The WDW monorail train that travels between TTC and Epcot looks different these days:
Although it's a giant advertisement for Disney's remake of TRON, I like it. The colors, anyway.
And as for the criticism (“Never thought I’d see the day that Disney would bus-wrap their monorails to advertise for a movie”, etc), well, hello, have you been in a Disney store lately? A majority of Disney merchandise relates directly to Disney movies or TV shows.
Photo:Orlando Sentinel
Although it's a giant advertisement for Disney's remake of TRON, I like it. The colors, anyway.
And as for the criticism (“Never thought I’d see the day that Disney would bus-wrap their monorails to advertise for a movie”, etc), well, hello, have you been in a Disney store lately? A majority of Disney merchandise relates directly to Disney movies or TV shows.
Monday, April 5, 2010
Tired of Mickey and Shamu?
Try one of these:
10 Weirdest Theme Parks
Bob-Bon Land with its farting roller coaster does sound different (hahaha).
And if you're more literary-minded, Dickens World might be right up your Dickensian Courtyard (alley).
10 Weirdest Theme Parks
Bob-Bon Land with its farting roller coaster does sound different (hahaha).
And if you're more literary-minded, Dickens World might be right up your Dickensian Courtyard (alley).
Saturday, April 3, 2010
Confession # 11: I Miss the Great Fright Way
The Ghostbusters vs Beetlejuice was my favorite street show over at Universal Studios until February 19, 2005, when it was closed after a 15-year run.
In every on-line survey I've taken for Universal Orlando, I've mentioned how much I miss these guys.
I'm not the only one. There is an on-line petition to bring this show back.
In every on-line survey I've taken for Universal Orlando, I've mentioned how much I miss these guys.
I'm not the only one. There is an on-line petition to bring this show back.
Dollywood's Newest
celebrates its 25th anniversary this year and to celebrate, will open a brand-new attraction, Adventure MountainRegarding the physically-challenging course(s), Dolly said, "It's not set up for high heels ... and the artificial nails ... I could lose so many things."
Gotta love Dolly.
Friday, March 26, 2010
Busch Gardens, Part II
We made our 2nd visit to BG a couple of weeks ago.
There were several school groups there so the park was a bit busier, but most of the kids went for the big coasters, which we weren't interested in, so no problem!
As we passed the alligator pool up front, one of the 'gators was swimming by with a turtle on its back! Crapola! I forgot my camera!!
After a short wait in line, we rode the Skyride back to the Jungala area which we missed on our 1st visit.
Loved the tigers. They were more active (and looked younger) than those at DAK. As we looked across the area at the 'Pop-up', one of the white tigers jumped up and laid down across the top of it. Not only was it still there when we passed that way, another tiger had come up and they were nuzzling each other. Cool! Dammitt, no camera!
We enjoyed the Treetop Trails; hubby more so than me (I was still recuperating from surgery, so only did the most basic one). We wanted to do the Jungle Flyers, but there is an age limit of 6-13 and the attendant just laughed when we assured him that our maturity level was 12, tops.
This time we had lunch at the Crown Colony House. Definitely the place to eat! As we were the first ones there, we had our choice of seating - and chose a window seat overlooking the Serengeti Plain, of course. Being really hungry, we had the Family dinner which was very good, reasonably priced, and way too much food for the two of us! The service was very good, the white table cloths were a nice touch, as was the piano player, and it was overall a very pleasant lunch (no screaming kids, either!). Yes, we will dine there next visit, too.
We still have the shows - Katonga, Rock-a-Doo Wop, and Pirates 4-D - to see next time!
Thursday, March 25, 2010
June 18, 2010
What: The Grand Opening of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Where: Islands of Adventure, Universal Orlando
Click on the map to see full view:
Where: Islands of Adventure, Universal Orlando
Click on the map to see full view:
Disney World what?
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Chow, Baby!
Disney Dining is changing over at Epcot's World Showcase.
Cantina de San Angel (the outdoor fast food place) at the Mexico pavilion in Epcot is closed for a significant refurbishment and expansion - a 400-seat waterside restaurant and quick service food location.
And over at the Italy pavilion, a new, unnamed as yet, 14,000 sq.ft., 300-seat family-style pizzeria, featuring wood-burning ovens, and genuine Italian dishes, will expand the piazza by 10,000 sq ft.
Both places are expected to open in fall 2010.
Cantina de San Angel (the outdoor fast food place) at the Mexico pavilion in Epcot is closed for a significant refurbishment and expansion - a 400-seat waterside restaurant and quick service food location.
And over at the Italy pavilion, a new, unnamed as yet, 14,000 sq.ft., 300-seat family-style pizzeria, featuring wood-burning ovens, and genuine Italian dishes, will expand the piazza by 10,000 sq ft.
Both places are expected to open in fall 2010.
Friday, February 19, 2010
Summer Nightastic!
The "Main Street Electrical Parade" will return to WDW's Magic Kingdom this June. About time, too! This marvelous montage of moving lights has been at Disneyland since 2001.
The Magic Kingdom will also have a new summer fireworks spectacular.
Aaaand, over at Disney's Hollywood Studios the Tower of Terror will have new lighting effects and a new drop sequence. Yowza!
The Magic Kingdom will also have a new summer fireworks spectacular.
Aaaand, over at Disney's Hollywood Studios the Tower of Terror will have new lighting effects and a new drop sequence. Yowza!
Mickey must be hearing footsteps...
Wizardly footsteps.
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