Just got back from the World today and wanted to share some notes on what I saw:
Magic Kingdom
-Space Mtn was indeed better with the soundtrack and extra darkness. Walked right on it even though the stand-by time was listed at 20 min
-Small World's entrance sign was moved while we were there. We were in the Magic Kingdom on Sunday and the tarps with the castle fecade were still up but come Thursday, the fecade tarps were down and the sign was moved to the ride's former exit. Sorry, no pics of this, although I'm sure someone has posted something by now lol.
-The Tea Cups were closed (as already indicated) but didn't have a wall up on Sunday. Come Thursday, the wall was up around it.
-Construction is moving fairly well with FLE. Mermaid's building shell appeared to have had more up than the recent updates that were posted here before we left. Didn't have a chance to ride Dumbo for some pics though.
-Main St and Peter Pan tarps were still up but didn't really bother me.
-Crane is gone from the castle. We took this path to get around the castle because of one of the Dream Along with Mickey shows taking place.
-Some people had reported about some of Thunder Mtn not working. Everything seemed to be running fine (including the earthquake portion) when I rode it.
I also got to get my pictures with Tink and Fawn (my two favorite fairies) as well as Vivida so I was happy about that.
Epcot
Not too much to report here, except they were still working on the railings by the Innoventions fountain. The new restaurant over in Mexico was also up and running.
Hollywood Studios
Has anyone mentioned about the Backlot Tour now having a pre-recorded spiel (like Living with the Land)? I never knew about this and if it was mentioned, I may have missed it. Was dissapointed on how the Animation Tour was watered down, but LOVED the meet-n-greets at the end. Got my pics taken with Donald & Daisy and Loslo (or however you pronounce it) from Toy Story 3 over there.
We also did Midway Mania twice...once in stand-by and with Fastpass (both first thing in the morning). Fastpasses were all gone by 12 noon. Not a great experience getting back there though. People were literally trying to knock down the cast members with the rope and stampede back there. Definitely a great ride but Buzz Lightyear's SRS is still a tad better IMO.
Animal Kingdom
Mainly went over here to do Everest, Primeval Whirl and Triceretops Spin. Not too much to report over there.
As far as Pop goes, we found it hard to navigate through the place. It's larger than the All-Stars, but it seems to have a more confusing layout than it's counterports. We're already talking about staying at AS Movies again on our next trip.
Bought the Contemporary monorail playset and some other items to help beef up my Christmas monorail display this year.
Free dining was AWESOME!!!!! Can't say it more than that! We did Chef Mickey's, 1900 Park Fare, Tony's Town Square, Garden Grille and Crystal Palace. We'll definitely do the Dining Plan again...it was well worth it for us. Overall, it was a great trip and can't wait to go back again!
I'll be posting a PTR sometime in the near future!
Magic Kingdom
-Space Mtn was indeed better with the soundtrack and extra darkness. Walked right on it even though the stand-by time was listed at 20 min
-Small World's entrance sign was moved while we were there. We were in the Magic Kingdom on Sunday and the tarps with the castle fecade were still up but come Thursday, the fecade tarps were down and the sign was moved to the ride's former exit. Sorry, no pics of this, although I'm sure someone has posted something by now lol.
-The Tea Cups were closed (as already indicated) but didn't have a wall up on Sunday. Come Thursday, the wall was up around it.
-Construction is moving fairly well with FLE. Mermaid's building shell appeared to have had more up than the recent updates that were posted here before we left. Didn't have a chance to ride Dumbo for some pics though.
-Main St and Peter Pan tarps were still up but didn't really bother me.
-Crane is gone from the castle. We took this path to get around the castle because of one of the Dream Along with Mickey shows taking place.
-Some people had reported about some of Thunder Mtn not working. Everything seemed to be running fine (including the earthquake portion) when I rode it.
I also got to get my pictures with Tink and Fawn (my two favorite fairies) as well as Vivida so I was happy about that.
Epcot
Not too much to report here, except they were still working on the railings by the Innoventions fountain. The new restaurant over in Mexico was also up and running.
Hollywood Studios
Has anyone mentioned about the Backlot Tour now having a pre-recorded spiel (like Living with the Land)? I never knew about this and if it was mentioned, I may have missed it. Was dissapointed on how the Animation Tour was watered down, but LOVED the meet-n-greets at the end. Got my pics taken with Donald & Daisy and Loslo (or however you pronounce it) from Toy Story 3 over there.
We also did Midway Mania twice...once in stand-by and with Fastpass (both first thing in the morning). Fastpasses were all gone by 12 noon. Not a great experience getting back there though. People were literally trying to knock down the cast members with the rope and stampede back there. Definitely a great ride but Buzz Lightyear's SRS is still a tad better IMO.
Animal Kingdom
Mainly went over here to do Everest, Primeval Whirl and Triceretops Spin. Not too much to report over there.
As far as Pop goes, we found it hard to navigate through the place. It's larger than the All-Stars, but it seems to have a more confusing layout than it's counterports. We're already talking about staying at AS Movies again on our next trip.
Bought the Contemporary monorail playset and some other items to help beef up my Christmas monorail display this year.
Free dining was AWESOME!!!!! Can't say it more than that! We did Chef Mickey's, 1900 Park Fare, Tony's Town Square, Garden Grille and Crystal Palace. We'll definitely do the Dining Plan again...it was well worth it for us. Overall, it was a great trip and can't wait to go back again!
I'll be posting a PTR sometime in the near future!
