News Round Up 2019

[rteetz]

https://www.wdwmagic.com/attraction...perience-store-now-open-at-disney-springs.htm

 

[TheMaxRebo]

Note: Media touring Grand Destino Tower today.

Here is one video from the DIS

https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=916912438654847

 

[dm1996]

https://www.wdwmagic.com/attraction...perience-store-now-open-at-disney-springs.htm

This looks like it’s going to be a huge flop. Nobody seems excited about it or is even talking about it. Unless I’m just really missing the boat here, I give it 2 years tops.

 

[jknezek]

This looks like it’s going to be a huge flop. Nobody seems excited about it or is even talking about it. Unless I’m just really missing the boat here, I give it 2 years tops.

I think it's too early to tell. But I do think it's telling the NFL Experience in Times Square bombed as well and closed in 10 months. And regardless of how popular the NBA is getting, it's nowhere near the NFL. Disney is going to have to work hard to make this a going concern. I'm not a huge NBA guy, so I'm not the audience, but this never struck me as a good idea.

 

[SG131]

The site that must not be named is saying skyliner stations will open August 28th to HS and the Epcot line will open at a later date. I was hoping for a mid-August opening...... Hopefully this is another case of inaccurate rumors.

 

[Firebird060]

Note: Media touring Grand Destino Tower today.

Here is one video from the DIS

https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=916912438654847

Not a bad room, kinda what I would expect at a resort like Swan and Dolphin, the question is are the beds as comfy as the Swalphins.

 

[Brett Wyman]

The site that must not be named is saying skyliner stations will open August 28th to HS and the Epcot line will open at a later date. I was hoping for a mid-August opening...... Hopefully this is another case of inaccurate rumors.

Looking at the international gateway construction I can surely see why it wouldn't be ready by 8-28. They must have diverted workers elsewhere as the work there seem to have really stalled out.

 

[rteetz]

I think it's too early to tell. But I do think it's telling the NFL Experience in Times Square bombed as well and closed in 10 months. And regardless of how popular the NBA is getting, it's nowhere near the NFL. Disney is going to have to work hard to make this a going concern. I'm not a huge NBA guy, so I'm not the audience, but this never struck me as a good idea.

This is only the store so far. The custom magicbands and such is interesting. Don’t forget the big TV relationship Disney and the NBA have.

 

[TheMaxRebo]

Not a bad room, kinda what I would expect at a resort like Swan and Dolphin, the question is are the beds as comfy as the Swalphins.

I must say the lobby and other public areas look pretty stunning. Looks way fancier than even the Grand Floridian

https://twitter.com/x/status/1148194516089933824

 

[rteetz]

Country Bears are still popular. Just left a packed theater.

 

[TheMaxRebo]

Looking at the international gateway construction I can surely see why it wouldn't be ready by 8-28. They must have diverted workers elsewhere as the work there seem to have really stalled out.

well, that rumor implied that Aug 28th is only for the POP/AoA to CBR and CBR to DHS lines, the EPCOT line would open later

 

[rteetz]

I must say the lobby and other public areas look pretty stunning. Looks way fancier than even the Grand Floridian

https://twitter.com/x/status/1148194516089933824

Heading there tomorrow for Toledo!

 

[TheMaxRebo]

Heading there tomorrow for Toledo!

very interested to hear your take ... it looks really nice, but also looks like something you'd find in Vegas or something like that - not WDW. So wondering if it still has that "WDW" feeling, even if like elevated/bedazzled

 

[Farro]

very interested to hear your take ... it looks really nice, but also looks like something you'd find in Vegas or something like that - not WDW. So wondering if it still has that "WDW" feeling, even if like elevated/bedazzled

Hmm, I disagree.

Especially with the Walt/Salvador Dali connection -I think this is Catalon/Gaudi inspired but with Disney whimsy mixed in.

I am beyond thrilled with how this turned out and I can't believe the price we are paying - half the price of a deluxe.

 

[hertamaniac]

Just watched the official trailer released this AM for "Maleficent: Mistress of Evil”. Heavy, heavy CGI and not sure if it will be a successful sequel.

 

[rteetz]

very interested to hear your take ... it looks really nice, but also looks like something you'd find in Vegas or something like that - not WDW. So wondering if it still has that "WDW" feeling, even if like elevated/bedazzled

Definitely get that. I sort of feel that was a bit with the Swolphin. But then we have to remember who this is for. Conventioners are the big ticket here.

 

[Mackenzie Click-Mickelson]

I think it's too early to tell. But I do think it's telling the NFL Experience in Times Square bombed as well and closed in 10 months. And regardless of how popular the NBA is getting, it's nowhere near the NFL. Disney is going to have to work hard to make this a going concern. I'm not a huge NBA guy, so I'm not the audience, but this never struck me as a good idea.

I think audience and location make for a big deal which I know we've touched on before.

The College Basketball Experience thrives here (and has been open for nearly 12 years).

 

[TheMaxRebo]

Hmm, I disagree.

Especially with the Walt/Salvador Dali connection -I think this is Catalon/Gaudi inspired but with Disney whimsy mixed in.

I am beyond thrilled with how this turned out and I can't believe the price we are paying - half the price of a deluxe.

well, different strokes I guess .... and given that 95% of the time we stay off property, I don't think Disney cares about my opinion

I do agree with regards to the price point compared to what Disney is charging for Deluxe's - this looks "deluxe" (more than some of the Deluxes) but at a lower price point (still more than I would pay)

 

[Farro]

well, different strokes I guess .... and given that 95% of the time we stay off property, I don't think Disney cares about my opinion

I do agree with regards to the price point compared to what Disney is charging for Deluxe's - this looks "deluxe" (more than some of the Deluxes) but at a lower price point (still more than I would pay)

We are paying $319 a night for a water view, standard is $288.

I must be used to high hotel prices when we travel because when looking at pics of the hotel, I feel like we are getting a steal! Just the lobby alone is worth it to us, plus I never knew how lovely the grounds of Coronado Springs are. Was watching videos and I think it rivals Polynesian for foliage and peacefulness.

 

[Mackenzie Click-Mickelson]

very interested to hear your take ... it looks really nice, but also looks like something you'd find in Vegas or something like that - not WDW. So wondering if it still has that "WDW" feeling, even if like elevated/bedazzled

When you touched on Vegas thing it reminds me of how the style of places have changed. In Vegas you won't get themed buildings anymore (Excalibur, Luxor, New York New York, MGM style) and the insides are less in your face about it. But before that Vegas had a different style for their buildings.

I know though that in terms of Disney it is rubbing people the wrong way that they feel there's way too little Disney-feel and by that I mean the older style of design and I actually get that. On the other hand for some the theming is just too much in your face in terms of existing buildings. But when I do look at the room picture I do feel like maybe a bit more could be done but that's just me.