News Round Up 2018

[jknezek]

The article says that the phone in the monorail car "...don’t appear to have functioned properly during this mishap."
I'm going to go against making a claim like that and just say no one actually thought to try the phone but figured it'd be better to video the problem instead. That seems to be everyone's first reaction these days.

Things like this always remind me of the GIF about "If the Titanic Sank Today" with all the passengers in the water holding up their cellphones to video it.

 

[LSLS]

The article says that the phone in the monorail car "...don’t appear to have functioned properly during this mishap."
I'm going to go against making a claim like that and just say no one actually thought to try the phone but figured it'd be better to video the problem instead. That seems to be everyone's first reaction these days.

Not going to lie, if the door was just cracked like that and there was enough room to stay away, I wouldn't call, mainly because I don't want to sit on the monorail for potentially hours while they have to stop the monorail and then get the gear and everything out there to work on it. Might be something simple to fix it, but I'm not risking the hours for something that I can easily avoid. It's going to be a sad day when they shut them down for good.

 

[a4matte]

Not going to lie, if the door was just cracked like that and there was enough room to stay away, I wouldn't call, mainly because I don't want to sit on the monorail for potentially hours while they have to stop the monorail and then get the gear and everything out there to work on it. Might be something simple to fix it, but I'm not risking the hours for something that I can easily avoid. It's going to be a sad day when they shut them down for good.

I'd be the same way, but I'm saying that it's not right to make a claim that the phone system didn't work when there seems to be no evidence of that.

 

[Gusey]

Not going to lie, if the door was just cracked like that and there was enough room to stay away, I wouldn't call, mainly because I don't want to sit on the monorail for potentially hours while they have to stop the monorail and then get the gear and everything out there to work on it. Might be something simple to fix it, but I'm not risking the hours for something that I can easily avoid. It's going to be a sad day when they shut them down for good.

According to the instagram comments, nobody knew there was an emergency button until they got off. Probably best to record it as proof if you have no other way to report it but yeah, the article probably should mention how they knew the phone wasn't working when nobody tried it.

 

[BigRed98]

Runoff Rapids returns to Blizzard Beach

http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions...turns-to-disneys-blizzard-beach-waterpark.htm

 

[BigRed98]

Magic Kingdom First Aid relocated during refurbishment

http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions...-first-aid-relocated-during-refurbishment.htm

 

[rteetz]

On my way home from WDW. It was a great trip and I’ll share some more thoughts when I’m home.

 

[BigRed98]

On my way home from WDW. It was a great trip and I’ll share some more thoughts when I’m home.

Glad you had a great time!

 

[Rivergirl2005]

I was wondering where could I find information on Toy Story Land? I've been MIA from the boards for a couple of months but now I am back Thanks

 

[rteetz]

I was wondering where could I find information on Toy Story Land? I've been MIA from the boards for a couple of months but now I am back Thanks

What info are you looking for? Right now it’s set to open this summer most likely Memorial Day weekend just like Pandora did.

 

[The Lost Disney Princess]

I am staying at Contemporary theme park view and while looking out our window starting at about 11 PM the castle had colors projecting on it in different patterns. Then, there appeared to be other objects projecting onto the castle. It seems as though they were testing something. The color green was repeatedly being projected. It looked like they were testing different patterns. Has anyone else seen this? Anyone know what it might be? I couldn’t help but think they are testing a new show, but obviously not a nighttime spectacular like Happily Ever After. Maybe Halloween? I’m trying to upload a video but it’s saying it’s too large. How can I upload it to show you?

 

[Rivergirl2005]

What info are you looking for? Right now it’s set to open this summer most likely Memorial Day weekend just like Pandora did.

I know about the slinky ride and there is a claw ride of some sorts..but curious to know if there is any other information in regards to character meets or restaurants. I guess I only know some basics but was wondering if there was anything else...

 

[TheMaxRebo]

I know about the slinky ride and there is a claw ride of some sorts..but curious to know if there is any other information in regards to character meets or restaurants. I guess I only know some basics but was wondering if there was anything else...

The Slinky Dog Dash is a newly created family rollercoaster that will have two launches as part of it

The other new ride is the Alien Saucer Spin which will be the same as Mater's Junkyard ride in California Adventure but rethemed to be for the Aliens from Toy Story

and then Toy Story Mania will have the entrance moved so it is part of this land as well

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/b...and-attractions-at-disneys-hollywood-studios/

There will be a quick service food location called Woody's Lunch Box:
https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/b...t-look-at-woodys-lunch-box-in-toy-story-land/

I don't think any details about Character meets yet - though I assume there will be some

 

[rteetz]

I know about the slinky ride and there is a claw ride of some sorts..but curious to know if there is any other information in regards to character meets or restaurants. I guess I only know some basics but was wondering if there was anything else...

The other ride is alien swirling saucers which is basically maters in Carsland rethemed. There is only one small counter food option. Nothing known about any possible meet and greets.

 

[Reddog1134]

The Slinky Dog Dash is a newly created family rollercoaster that will have two launches as part of it

The other new ride is the Alien Saucer Spin which will be the same as Mater's Junkyard ride in California Adventure but rethemed to be for the Aliens from Toy Story

and then Toy Story Mania will have the entrance moved so it is part of this land as well

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/b...and-attractions-at-disneys-hollywood-studios/

There will be a quick service food location called Woody's Lunch Box:
https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/b...t-look-at-woodys-lunch-box-in-toy-story-land/

I don't think any details about Character meets yet - though I assume there will be some

Anyone else hoping Al's Toy Barn gets added back in at some point? I know, I know. Do we really need another retail location? I just feel that this one works well because it's part of the film and not just some random store made up for the area.

 

[jknezek]

Anyone else hoping Al's Toy Barn gets added back in at some point? I know, I know. Do we really need another retail location? I just feel that this one works well because it's part of the film and not just some random store made up for the area.

No because it doesn't fit with the land theme. Al's Toy Barn isn't in Andy's backyard.

 

[Rivergirl2005]

The Slinky Dog Dash is a newly created family rollercoaster that will have two launches as part of it

The other new ride is the Alien Saucer Spin which will be the same as Mater's Junkyard ride in California Adventure but rethemed to be for the Aliens from Toy Story

and then Toy Story Mania will have the entrance moved so it is part of this land as well

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/b...and-attractions-at-disneys-hollywood-studios/

There will be a quick service food location called Woody's Lunch Box:
https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/b...t-look-at-woodys-lunch-box-in-toy-story-land/

I don't think any details about Character meets yet - though I assume there will be some

The other ride is alien swirling saucers which is basically maters in Carsland rethemed. There is only one small counter food option. Nothing known about any possible meet and greets.

Thank you both so much! I was going to go through the old 2017 rumors but figured I'd ask...I hope they include some fun food options at Woody's Toy Box rather than popcorn or ice cream. Slinky looks enjoyable but definitely more of a family coaster. I will be interested to see how the new land affects crowds and wait times at HS..hopefully not as crazy at Pandora but HS def needs something!!!

 

[TheMaxRebo]

Anyone else hoping Al's Toy Barn gets added back in at some point? I know, I know. Do we really need another retail location? I just feel that this one works well because it's part of the film and not just some random store made up for the area.

yeah, a bit surprised that as of now the only retail location would be the exit queue for Toy Story Midway Mania

No because it doesn't fit with the land theme. Al's Toy Barn isn't in Andy's backyard.

I generally agree with you, but if you look at the early concept art for Toy Story Land it did have Al's Toy Barn and you can see a handle at the top as if it was a toy version of the location - sort of like they have the toy versions of a McDonald's or something

 

[BigRed98]

I generally agree with you, but if you look at the early concept art for Toy Story Land it did have Al's Toy Barn and you can see a handle at the top as if it was a toy version of the location - sort of like they have the toy versions of a McDonald's or something

I really wish they stuck with there first idea but I understand it was a money factor.

 

[AMusicLifeForMe]

Happy 30th Anniversary to Star Tours at Disneyland!!! The attraction opened on this day back in 1987!