Chester and Hester's Dino-Rama is it worth it?

[james4023464]

Is the new expansion good. How is Premevil Whirl, it looks really cool. Or is Chester and Hester's Dino-Rama just an off the shelf expansion to buy time for Beastly Kingdom. I think it looks kind of cheesy, but that mouse coaster looks very interesting. So how is this area at AK?

 

[Castle Cake Apologist]

One word: Wonderful. Disney has really captured the feel of a roadside carnival and still given it that Disney touch. FOr those whyo gripe and groan about it, well, I'd assume they have no idea what the ORIGINAL story for Dinoland USA is... Trust me, it fits.

-Jake

 

[disneydudette]

Dino-rama is cute....good rides......

BUT....u can tell it was built in a parking lot...or maybe that was the theme....and theres game stans set up all around...another way for Disney to get money!!

 

[steve2wdw]

I agree with Jake....it fits within the Dinoland story. Digging into the fictional stories the imagineers write about attractions and themed areas is half the fun of Disney. These backround stories explain what's going on in an attraction or in this case, the whole of Dinoland. Obviously, those who do not like the whole Dino-rama idea have no idea of the on-going feud between the Dino Institute and Chester and Hester and their roadside attraction. If you understood the backstory the imagineers created here, you would appreciate the whole presentation of Dinoland.

 

[DanStat]

I think it's great!

Primeval Whirl was very good! Well themed, etc. A+!

:sohappy:

 

[ToTBellHop]

not sure I'd go so far as to give the area an A+...it's not exactly a life-changing experience, but still--it's a kewl area to spend a little time during your trip.

 

[savannahsmiles]

I have to say - it is kindof cheesy, but in an interesting way. Primevil Whirl is a good ride. My daughter went on it over and over again!

 

[WDWFREAK53]

against EVERYTHING Walt wanted in his "WORLD"

NUFF SAID!

Here's proof:

"A word may be said in regard to the concept and conduct of Disneyland's
operational tone. Although various sections will have the fun and flavor of
a carnival or amusement park, there will be none of the 'pitches,' game
wheels, sharp practices, and devices designed to milk the visitor's
pocketbook." -Walt Disney

 

[Pumbas Nakasak]

there will be none of the 'pitches,' game
wheels, sharp practices, and devices designed to milk the visitor's
pocketbook." -Walt Disney

There goes the high priced food, concesion stands and Made in China pins.:animwink:

 

[WDWFREAK53]

Originally posted by happy snapper


There goes the high priced food, concesion stands and Made in China pins.:animwink:

But at least they're not "attractions"

 

[Merlin0402]

I recently heard a commercial on the radio for Primeval Whirl!, and they talk about it like it's a big rollercoaster. I can only imagine how many people go to Animal Kingdom to ride the new big rollercoaster, and find out that it's little Primeval Whirl! Bad marketing in my opinion...
Merlin

 

[WDWspider]

Originally posted by Merlin0402
I recently heard a commercial on the radio for Primeval Whirl!, and they talk about it like it's a big rollercoaster. I can only imagine how many people go to Animal Kingdom to ride the new big rollercoaster, and find out that it's little Primeval Whirl! Bad marketing in my opinion...
Merlin

Not to mention that you can find these rides at almost any amusement park, even the smaller beach parks or go-kart parks. Yes, the games are a BIG no-no for Disney, unlike a $7 - $10 hamburger, you play these games for $7 - $10 and may come out empty handed. Also, the whole concept of Professional "Tackiness" blows my mind for a theme, just like Paradise Pier at DCA. And you know almost every visitor to WDW goes to MK where they now have three versions of circular up and down rides. So, if they do decide to venture to AK what do they get on the short list of ride options, a fourth up and down circular ride. I give Dino-Rama a weak C for creativity. Still, an A for theme, I just don't like the theme, but they did it very well no doubt. Hope this helps.

 

[Pumbas Nakasak]

But at least they're not "attractions"

But they are definately devices, and as far as pins go bloody addictive ones.

 

[Main Street USA]

For God Sakes people. The tackiness of this part of Dinoland is NOT a shot in the dark theme.

For the ONE TRILLIONTH TIME, this is part of a STORY that most people (apparently 90% of the people here) don't know about. Thus, making this part of the park EXTREMELY Disney-like.

Don't go on ranting about how Disney is trying to drain people's pockets and such, when you are only looking at things on the surface. Disney attractions and ideas are always deeper than what the average, uneducated person sees.

So, get educated. Then stop talking crazy.

 

[james4023464]

Love the avatar Main Street USA, the cardnals had a really rough week losing Jack Buck, and Daryl Kile. My thoughts and prayers go out to both of them. I know that was off subject but I had to say somthing.

 

[bearboysnc]

Off the shelf rides? NO. Bad rides, well themed? Maybe.

I understand the theme and the "backstory". I just don't like the theme.

Maybe the next area could be themed to the Great American Depression and the Dust Bowl. Where they'll sell $7 bowls of broth, and character pan handlers will beg for money. It'll extend right beyond that streach of Route 66 they built in Dinoland. It'll be miles and miles of desolate dead vegitation. With a "Grapes of Wrath" spinner at the end of the road, and a bunny petting zoo.

 

[ToTBellHop]

Please realize that while Walt did not want to "milk people for money", he also had no concept of spending or money. This is why his brother ran all finances...so reincarnate Roy and ask him for his opinion about profit...the problem you all have with Dino-Rama is that it doesn't have an E-Ride...well, there are lots of non-E-Rides at Disney, and you all knew that eventually they would have to build more of those instead of just building E-Rides...you can complain that the attractions are there, but if they weren't there you'd still be complaining about a lack of attractions. Seeing as there is no way for disney to presently make you happy, your feelings are pretty much meaningless to them--there is no way to change them. If disney can make 1/100 guests happy with these new attractions, then that's a good thing...and there are certainly more than a few people in these forums who like Dino-Rama...and we are the people who analyze Disney to death. This land is/will continue to do well. While I may or may not agree with carny games in the parks, people are enjoying that, so it's a good thing. I have also yet to see another park theme their wild mouse coaster as well as disney has--and the theme does fit into dinoland.

 

[leeocean]

You definitely should be able to play for free - when I went nobody was playing them. They should do it for free and give you tickets that you have to win so many or collect so many to get a prize at a prize booth later on. I hope that makes sense.

 

[Disneyanna0521]

C & H's Dino-Rama

Hey,

A+++++++++++++ it was SOOOO good...i mean P.W.... i rode it 7 times in 2 days...the first time we rode it was the first thing i did on wed. morning...no line so they gave us and bonus spin and went and did T.S. it was good...but alot like Aladdin....2+ bounus spins....PW was SOOOOOOOOOOO good....b/c of how it is u get a different experience each time u ride it...and the line was NEVER more than 2 minutes for me....i went may 20-25 2002.


a disney nut,

Anna

 

[bearboysnc]

the problem you all have with Dino-Rama is that it doesn't have an E-Ride

Toon Town Country Fair doesn't have an E ticket ride. And I love that.

I have my own opinions, Please don't tell me what they are.