CarnotaurDad
DIS Veteran
- Joined
- May 5, 2003
I had a business trip scheduled to LA this week and went out a day early, on Sunday morning, so I could visit DCA.
As some background, I have been to DL twice (1985 and 1998) and enjoyed our time there and my family (DW and DD4) has been to WDW in 2002, 2003 and we will go again in 2004. We enjoy WDW so much that we bought into DVC.
My DW likes to say that I don't have the ability to tell stories chronologically, so bear with me as I share my opinions of DCA:
* It's only been 3 days since I went, but I can't wait to take my DW and DD soon. My overall impressions of the park were wonderful.
* It was a Sunday, and IMO, very crowded but I have nothing to compare it to. Maybe it's always that crowded on a Sunday? That being said, the park had a surprisingly overall "laid back" feel. It was very relaxing and the crowds were polite and obviously having a great time.
* Some of the wait times were unbelievable. 150 minutes for the Grizzly water ride? 90 for the California Screamin'? Thank heavens for Fast Pass.
* I thought the park was very clean and the CMs were very helpful. If I even remotely had a blank look on my face, wandering around, someone would come up and ask me if I needed assistance.
* The layout made for some very nice walks. I thought it was easy to get from one area to another. Much easier, say, then AK's layout.
* Soarin' is going to be a hit at Epcot. Not only was the ride fun but it's a true family experience. The whole family can ride and enjoy. What a blast.
* The Aladdin musical was incredible. If that were a touring show, they would probably charge $40 just for a ticket to that. Very well done and the Genie was hysterical.
* Loved the Microbrews! Didn't try the wine sampling but will make sure to do that next time.
* I really enjoyed the Animation area. The short on the history of Walt Disney was fun to watch, and Michael Eisner got a couple snickers in that movie.
That's probably enough for now. I will be glad to answer any questions. It was a pleasant day and, as mentioned, can't wait to take my family.
As some background, I have been to DL twice (1985 and 1998) and enjoyed our time there and my family (DW and DD4) has been to WDW in 2002, 2003 and we will go again in 2004. We enjoy WDW so much that we bought into DVC.
My DW likes to say that I don't have the ability to tell stories chronologically, so bear with me as I share my opinions of DCA:
* It's only been 3 days since I went, but I can't wait to take my DW and DD soon. My overall impressions of the park were wonderful.
* It was a Sunday, and IMO, very crowded but I have nothing to compare it to. Maybe it's always that crowded on a Sunday? That being said, the park had a surprisingly overall "laid back" feel. It was very relaxing and the crowds were polite and obviously having a great time.
* Some of the wait times were unbelievable. 150 minutes for the Grizzly water ride? 90 for the California Screamin'? Thank heavens for Fast Pass.
* I thought the park was very clean and the CMs were very helpful. If I even remotely had a blank look on my face, wandering around, someone would come up and ask me if I needed assistance.
* The layout made for some very nice walks. I thought it was easy to get from one area to another. Much easier, say, then AK's layout.
* Soarin' is going to be a hit at Epcot. Not only was the ride fun but it's a true family experience. The whole family can ride and enjoy. What a blast.
* The Aladdin musical was incredible. If that were a touring show, they would probably charge $40 just for a ticket to that. Very well done and the Genie was hysterical.
* Loved the Microbrews! Didn't try the wine sampling but will make sure to do that next time.
* I really enjoyed the Animation area. The short on the history of Walt Disney was fun to watch, and Michael Eisner got a couple snickers in that movie.
That's probably enough for now. I will be glad to answer any questions. It was a pleasant day and, as mentioned, can't wait to take my family.
