D Hulk
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Really nuanced, fair review of Guardians. I loved the <spoiler>beginning launch</spoiler>. The queue video of all 5 Guardians in their prisons made me laugh, especially Drax. I've only done it once so far, got the no-gravity version. I've hopped over to Disneyland now, enjoying the west side, admiring the fresh rockwork around the Rivers and Frontierland. (Currently in the New Orleans shade enjoying pirate musicians.) Guardians aside, it's been a low-key day. Soarin' made me weep.Just got into Atlanta ~15 minutes ago. Hartsfield Jackson is such a streamlined airport it really is great. Much better than LAX or MCO.
We rode Gotg a grand total of 6 times (Fastpass + rope drop rocks), and every time we got a different song. The no gravity profile in particular is very cool.
I also love when rocket (Spoiler) says: "Is that Disneyland?" Genius.
Since a Marvel land is heavily rumored to happen (like the now confirmed by permits Ratatouille ride at EPCOT) riding it and enjoying Gotg I am okay with the move, but without a Marvel land it is very Universal like currently. I initially hated the idea with a passion, but have obviously changed my mind having ridden it.
Reminds me of Transformers being added for no reason at Universal Studios Park Orlando, but it isn't quite as bad since it is in its own corner, and will be apart of a new land.
I agree the exterior will take some getting used to, but it does look great at night (day not as good). I think the right side of the building looks the best, and like I've said before the story is very fun and frantic which works better for Gotg than the suspense it could have retained from the Tower of Terror. Pros and cons, but with a Marvel Land included IMO that's a win though. I would not be surprised if a name change happens.
It is equally very Universal like with the screens, but the park has a very diversified ride line-up compared to Uni.
I really like the Wharf and the West side of Paradise Pier. Gorgeous to look at. Really mimics San Fran and the Coney Island Pier look well.
Grizzly Peak also is a very fun land. Soarin' of course rocks, and then Grizzly River Run with its spinning drop is a blast. Also the fact that the raft has 8 vs. 12 on Kali at Animal Kingdom makes it far more choppy. Random question, but do you know if there is a reason Disney refuses to put dryers or changing rooms at the end of their raft rides? I guarantee more people would ride it then.
But I'll definitely explain more when I have the time. Good night everyone!!!
Oh must I mention Alice in Wonderland is fantastic. And Mr. road while much cheaper is really neat being sooo compact.
Haven't seen Guardians at night yet. The sun's still up out here.
Among DCA's lands, my favorites are Buena Vista Street (I adore a successful entry land) and Cars Land. The latter especially! Not for any attachment to the Cars franchise, to which I'm indifferent at best, but for how well it captures the look, feel and even the emotion of exploring the Southwestern deserts. This might speak more strongly to the local audience. I've been down Route 66 countless times, and done multi-week river treks through canyons resembling Ornament Valley (image search Canyon of the Gods in Utah). Cars Land is maybe as nostalgic for me as Main Street was for Walt.
As for no dryers on Grizzly River Run (aka GRR!
), I can only guess it's because California is a lot less humid than Florida. I've seen GRR's queue length vary incredibly, usually with the minutes and the temperature being the exact same number.As for pre-watching ride videos? I don't think I've done that yet! Well, excepting a few Ohio roller coasters, but that's almost pointless without the physical sensations. Everything in California or Paris I've first ridden blind. We'll see with Tokyo how it plays out, 'cause I can't stop watching some of their ride vids.
Finally, on the Fantasyland dark rides. Mr. Toad is my easy #1, due in part to its cheapness. It's anarchic unlike any other DL ride, and it feels like a crucial link to 1955 while wonderful rides like Alice see regular tech upgrades.
