Frozen ride replacing Maelstrom?

[Bocabear]

Likewise I agree... they don't have to follow any particular storyline...I just thought it was funny someone said it had an "enchanting storyline"... I like the basic ideas of Maelstrom but it feels like they started to build a ride and ran out of money and abruptly ended it in the North Sea. I do wish it was expanded into a more complete experience...like 7 Dwarfs, it is just a little too brief...

 

[RSoxNo1]

Scientifically inaccurate. Cold is the absence of heat and energy, and when things are cold, there is less movement on the molecular level. Spark implies activity, energy, or motion.

You must be a blast at parties.

 

[Matt_Black]

You must be a blast at parties.

If there's a karaoke set-up, then you bet your tuchus I am!

 

[Magenta Panther]

I don't think of it as having a storyline, but I don't think rides have to have one. It's an experience ride, where you get a taste of the history and culture of Norway, not a linear narrative.

Personally, I love Maelstrom and I don't quite get the hate it gets here. I'd be happy to see it stay as is, with just refurbishment to keep it clean/fresh/operating well.

Yeah, I don't get the hate either. Must be coming from a particular type of mindset. Maybe if TDO put colorful tights and a cape on the polar bear...

 

[Magenta Panther]

Likewise I agree... they don't have to follow any particular storyline...I just thought it was funny someone said it had an "enchanting storyline"... I like the basic ideas of Maelstrom but it feels like they started to build a ride and ran out of money and abruptly ended it in the North Sea. I do wish it was expanded into a more complete experience...like 7 Dwarfs, it is just a little too brief...

I think Maelstrom does have an eerie, otherworldly charm. From the moment you ascend into the darkness as Odin's Eye sweeps over you, to your exit into a quaint Nordic fishing village, you're def in another world. I think it accomplishes a great deal within its limitations. I agree it's too short, but after all, TDO doesn't like it when people are experiencing too much magic on a ride and not running around to gift shops spending money...

 

[Matt_Black]

Yeah, I don't get the hate either. Must be coming from a particular type of mindset. Maybe if TDO put colorful tights and a cape on the polar bear...

It's amazing how you can segue a conversation into being about something you don't like with absolutely no provocation whatsoever.

 

[Magenta Panther]

It's amazing how you can segue a conversation into being about something you don't like with absolutely no provocation whatsoever.

It's amazing that you take it so seriously. Lighten the heck up already.

 

[aw14]

I think Maelstrom does have an eerie, otherworldly charm. From the moment you ascend into the darkness as Odin's Eye sweeps over you, to your exit into a quaint Nordic fishing village, you're def in another world. I think it accomplishes a great deal within its limitations. I agree it's too short, but after all, TDO doesn't like it when people are experiencing too much magic on a ride and not running around to gift shops spending money...

I couldnt agree more about the feel of the ride. It can be lame to some, but as someone who's lineage can be traced back to the Norse, I am always entranced by it. Would love to see some other updates with some historical accuracy. However, I think that is just the former history teacher in me.

In terms of the gift shops. I read this comment a lot here, and I am always astounded that it seems many think it is only the WDO that partake in this philosophy. These are business's after all. (not saying anything to you in particular, just a general statement)

 

[Mawg]

Oh I hope they re-make the ride to frozen soon, no one has ever made a sing a long ride have they? They should do this!!! Can't wait.

 

[Cody5242]

There's hope

 

[Jose]

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what does it mean?

 

[Mike S]

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The budget could be as much as they want. Doesn't make it fit Epcot any better than if it would be cheap.

 

[Cody5242]

The budget could be as much as they want. Doesn't make it fit Epcot any better than if it would be cheap.

I know it doesn't fit but since it's happening and there's nothing anyone can do about it, I'm hoping for a great attraction

 

[aladdin2007]

View attachment 59557 There's hope

As I stated a couple pages back I think it was, there is possible possibility of something involving Norway. Like that tweet link says, Doubtful? always of course lol, but not impossible.

 

[DocMcHulk]

More money for a bad idea does not make it a good idea.

More money to build a proper Frozen attraction/area at another park, good idea.

 

[DocMcHulk]

What I do find interesting is that the rumors for Frozen in EPCOT have completely dried up. There hasnt been anything from @Lee, @PhotoDave219, @WDW1974, or others in a long time.

 

[PhotoDave219]

What I do find interesting is that the rumors for Frozen in EPCOT have completely dried up. There hasnt been anything from @Lee, @PhotoDave219, @WDW1974, or others in a long time.

The last I heard was all the talk from back in January. Nothing new since.

 

[doctornick]

I know it doesn't fit but since it's happening and there's nothing anyone can do about it, I'm hoping for a great attraction

Agreed.

I'd also say that if they place the budget high enough, I'd be more open to a new Frozen attraction/mini-land in the open space next to Norway than replacing the existing stuff. Still a terrible fit, but would at least allow the country of Norway to have a proper presence.

 

[Timekeeper]

I'd also say that if they place the budget high enough, I'd be more open to a new Frozen attraction/mini-land in the open space next to Norway than replacing the existing stuff. Still a terrible fit, but would at least allow the country of Norway to have a proper presence.

Are you suggesting that this snowman does not properly represent a diverse country of over 5 million people?

 

[Horizons1]

Mama, look at what they did to your EPCOT Center.