Brazilian Tour Groups

[El_Tomato]

No clue...But, they do it ALOT! and Boy do I mean alot...

I don't want to seem ignorant (I know for a fact that Brazilian tour groups and their chanting are not uncommon at all in WDW), but I'm not really sure this particular group in the video is from Brazil... they seem to be speaking Spanish, not Portuguese

 

[Ralphlaw]

I don't want to seem ignorant (I know for a fact that Brazilian tour groups and their chanting are not uncommon at all in WDW), but I'm not really sure this particular group in the video is from Brazil... they seem to be speaking Spanish, not Portuguese

It doesn't matter. We'll blame the Brazilians regardless.

Ah, to hate those Brazilians. There's probably a couple threads on them. I wonder where they get the energy and stamina. They didn't seem that ill-behaved at the Rio Olympics, but Disney does seem to bring it out.

 

[LAKid53]

I would think after the double whammy of World Cup and Olympics...and the sinking Brazilian economy...there'd be fewer, and smaller in size, groups in January and July.

 

[Yert3]

I've always wondered if they don't know that they're being extremely rude or if they just don't care.

 

[Goofyernmost]

I've always wondered if they don't know that they're being extremely rude or if they just don't care.

Sorry, it isn't rude, it's just different. The culture is different and as an American I know and have seen just how rude we can be in a different country. In Disney they are just having fun. I have never encountered any chanting or singing anyplace other then outside an attraction or in the queue, never in the attraction itself. We are used to treating every thing like it's a church and cannot have any loud noises. We are the ones that need to lighten up a bit and start to find the enjoyment in things that are harmless.

 

[Yert3]

Sorry, it isn't rude, it's just different. The culture is different and as an American I know and have seen just how rude we can be in a different country. In Disney they are just having fun. I have never encountered any chanting or singing anyplace other then outside an attraction or in the queue, never in the attraction itself. We are used to treating every thing like it's a church and cannot have any loud noises. We are the ones that need to lighten up a bit and start to find the enjoyment in things that are harmless.

Yes, but this particular thread is about chanting in the Stretching Room at Haunted Mansion. Imagine having never been on Mansion before and people were doing that. Kills the experience. It's the equivalent of talking loudly at the movie theatre.

 

[Yert3]

I really enjoy this guy's videos. He's an ex cast member who talks about his experience working at Disney and other theme parks. In this video, he talks about the Brazilian tour groups.

 

[Goofyernmost]

Yes, but this particular thread is about chanting in the Stretching Room at Haunted Mansion. Imagine having never been on Mansion before and people were doing that. Kills the experience. It's the equivalent of talking loudly at the movie theatre.

OK, on that point I agree.

 

[El_Tomato]

It doesn't matter. We'll blame the Brazilians regardless.

Ah, to hate those Brazilians. There's probably a couple threads on them. I wonder where they get the energy and stamina. They didn't seem that ill-behaved at the Rio Olympics, but Disney does seem to bring it out.

Sorry, it isn't rude, it's just different. The culture is different and as an American I know and have seen just how rude we can be in a different country. In Disney they are just having fun. I have never encountered any chanting or singing anyplace other then outside an attraction or in the queue, never in the attraction itself. We are used to treating every thing like it's a church and cannot have any loud noises. We are the ones that need to lighten up a bit and start to find the enjoyment in things that are harmless.

As a Brazilian myself, I totally agree with what @Goofyernmost said. It's more of a cultural thing rather than anything else - we Brazilians are loud by nature (even more when we're happy/excited or in large groups) - so I'd expect those types of things to happen often at a place like WDW.
That being said, I do think that what happened over at the Haunted Mansion was extremely stupid and more than unnecessary. I also believe that these groups are a minority between all of the Brazilians that visit Disney every year.

 

[Yert3]

As a Brazilian myself, I totally agree with what @Goofyernmost said. It's more of a cultural thing rather than anything else - we Brazilians are loud by nature (even more when we're happy/excited or in large groups) - so I'd expect those types of things to happen often at a place like WDW.
That being said, I do think that what happened over at the Haunted Mansion was extremely stupid and more than unnecessary. I also believe that these groups are a minority between all of the Brazilians that visit Disney every year.

I do understand that it's a cultural thing, but when I travel to different countries, I learn what is considered rude and not rude. For example, If I were to go to Japan, I would know that it is considered extremely rude to talk on your cell phone on any public transport. I know it's off topic but it's the same thing. That wouldn't be considered rude here, but it is there. I know that and would refrain from doing anything considered rude in their culture.

 

[El_Tomato]

I do understand that it's a cultural thing, but when I travel to different countries, I learn what is considered rude and not rude. For example, If I were to go to Japan, I would know that it is considered extremely rude to talk on your cell phone on any public transport. I know it's off topic but it's the same thing. That wouldn't be considered rude here, but it is there. I know that and would refrain from doing anything considered rude in their culture.

While I do agree with you (trust me, I hate the chanting as well), many Brazilians (unfortunately) do not have this mindset. That's just the way it is. (It's also worth remembering that Disney is one of the most - if not THE most - famous international tourist destination in Brazil, so you have all types of people visiting it: those who search all about the local culture and how to behave in a different country, and those who simply don't care and just want to have a good time.)
Also, a question for those who go frequently to the parks: how often are these groups present?

 

[larryz]

No clue...But, they do it ALOT! and Boy do I mean alot...

Vaguely reminds me of a beer chugging chant... not that I've ever actually heard one...

 

[captainkidd]

I've always said, this is Disney's fault. Warn these groups when they book, or arrive - You chant, you leave. It's obnoxious. It's rude. It's distracting of the Disney experience. Sadly, Disney cares far more about $$$ than they do guest experience.

 

[Bandini]

I've always said, this is Disney's fault. Warn these groups when they book, or arrive - You chant, you leave. It's obnoxious. It's rude. It's distracting of the Disney experience. Sadly, Disney cares far more about $$$ than they do guest experience.

I thought Disney had implemented this practice.

Regardless of your country of origin, you should learn what is and isn't acceptable behavior for the country you are visiting. I've experience the chanting in line at Soarin'. It was deafening in that space.

 

[Prog]

I heard chanting at Epcot last week but I think it was from American college students, and I think it was Seven Nation Army.

 

[21stamps]

I've always said, this is Disney's fault. Warn these groups when they book, or arrive - You chant, you leave. It's obnoxious. It's rude. It's distracting of the Disney experience. Sadly, Disney cares far more about $$$ than they do guest experience.

If I had the choice between hearing chanting while walking they the park, or being run into by a stroller, or someone shoving me or my kid aside to push between us on the monorail.. I'd choose the chanting!!lol

As long as they don't do it inside an attraction I'm good. It's all in fun. Plus, if I hear Brazilians chanting, We'd probably start our own "Messi" chant as a response

 

[rk03221]

The cheerleaders are far worse than the brazilians. When I worked at disney we would always have to tell them to not do their stunts in the park, their reply would usually be "But we're professionals" so we would call security on them. One incident that happened was a cheer group won the competition and decided to do a stunt in front of the Mickey flowers at MK, well the top girl fell and cracked her head open, Disney took away their trophy, banned them and every single person part of their entire group from ever coming back to Disney again. They sign a waiver that they arent allowed to do stunts on property.

 

[LAKid53]

If I had the choice between hearing chanting while walking they the park, or being run into by a stroller, or someone shoving me or my kid aside to push between us on the monorail.. I'd choose the chanting!!lol

As long as they don't do it inside an attraction I'm good. It's all in fun. Plus, if I hear Brazilians chanting, We'd probably start our own "Messi" chant as a response

It's not just the chanting. It's large (40-50 kids) groups of minimally suoervised teenagers overwhelming attractions and parks. Was at MK on 4th of July, enjoying a late lunch (more like early dinner) at Casey's, watching parade CMs setting up for the evening celebration. And suddenly, a group of 40 or more teenagers, linked arm in arm, chanting and clapping, marched down Main Street. They were three or four abreast, so they took over Main Street. Folks had to get out of the way. Finally, when they reached the Hub, CMs stepped in and made them disperse. Other guests weren't happy. Especially those of us excited about the upcoming celebration of our Independence. They overwhelmed everything on Main Street. The next day, visiting Hollywood Studios, several groups constantly did this. Imagine being at one of the smaller parks, on an already crowded holiday weekend, when three or four of the groups show up. They line jump, ruin many a ride's queue experience. I've stood patiently in line for ice cream at DHS, watching as the 2-3 in front of me suddenly let 10-15 of their friends jump in line. If you say anything, they act like they can't understand English - however, they were able to order their ice cream, in perfect English.

Disney has finally started to control these groups. Don't have a problem with guests showing their excitement at Disney. I DO, though, have an issue with large groups of teenagers acting like this and ruining the experience of other guests. I would be mortified to act like this in another country....

 

[21stamps]

It's not just the chanting. It's large (40-50 kids) groups of minimally suoervised teenagers overwhelming attractions and parks. Was at MK on 4th of July, enjoying a late lunch (more like early dinner) at Casey's, watching parade CMs setting up for the evening celebration. And suddenly, a group of 40 or more teenagers, linked arm in arm, chanting and clapping, marched down Main Street. They were three or four abreast, so they took over Main Street. Folks had to get out of the way. Finally, when they reached the Hub, CMs stepped in and made them disperse. Other guests weren't happy. Especially those of us excited about the upcoming celebration of our Independence. They overwhelmed everything on Main Street. The next day, visiting Hollywood Studios, several groups constantly did this. Imagine being at one of the smaller parks, on an already crowded holiday weekend, when three or four of the groups show up. They line jump, ruin many a ride's queue experience. I've stood patiently in line for ice cream at DHS, watching as the 2-3 in front of me suddenly let 10-15 of their friends jump in line. If you say anything, they act like they can't understand English - however, they were able to order their ice cream, in perfect English.

Disney has finally started to control these groups. Don't have a problem with guests showing their excitement at Disney. I DO, though, have an issue with large groups of teenagers acting like this and ruining the experience of other guests. I would be mortified to act like this in another country....

Ok, in that scenario I'd choose getting run over by a stroller. For sure. No one should be allowed to do any of the things you described.

Line jumping (including meeting your 'spot saver') is one of my biggest pet peeves. Family, groups, whoever you are. Drives me nuts.

 

[LAKid53]

The cheerleaders are far worse than the brazilians. When I worked at disney we would always have to tell them to not do their stunts in the park, their reply would usually be "But we're professionals" so we would call security on them. One incident that happened was a cheer group won the competition and decided to do a stunt in front of the Mickey flowers at MK, well the top girl fell and cracked her head open, Disney took away their trophy, banned them and every single person part of their entire group from ever coming back to Disney again. They sign a waiver that they arent allowed to do stunts on property.

I was at the MK, standing in the FP viewing area for the parade, on a warm May Day. I felt sorry for the poor CM, who repeatedly told a group of 6-7 cheerleaders to (1) stop doing stunts, (2) stop cheering so loud and (3) to get out of the roped off viewing area. She repeatedly warned them...and told them if they didn't stop, they'd be removed from the park and she'd make sure that they'd be kicked out of the competition. One of the guys even got a little hostile. Several of the dads waiting in the viewing area looked like they were ready to defend the CM, if it got to that. And the CM was no shrinking violet. So after the third warning, which they ignored, security showed up and marched them out of the park. We all applauded the CM....

How stupid can these kids be? The competitions are held on cushioned surfaces. Why would anyone want to do flips and tosses on concrete? At one home football game, we all witnessed a cheerleader get tossed in the air and unfortunately the guy supposed to catch her missed. Thankfully, all she broke was her arm...and she landed on turf.