Disney, you should be embarrassed...

Weather_Lady

Weather_Lady

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We enjoyed DTD last time we went -- but it was our first visit to DTD and we have no plans to go back and browse it again. We don't buy much at Disney, so there's just not much of a point (although my DH would probably be willing to go, solely for the pleasure of another fine meal at Raglan Road).

That being said, we went to Pleasure Island during Easter break in 2004 to see the comedy show and visit some of the clubs. Despite the fact that it was Easter break, the place was absolutely DEAD. I mean, from 7pm to midnight -- DEAD. There were fewer than 100 people in any of the dance clubs, and the comedy place was only about 2/3 full. We danced by ourselves for awhile and then left, trying to figure out how Pleasure Island was even staying open.

What did we miss? Was the place hopping the rest of the time and we just hit a really bad night?
 
ml123_9

ml123_9

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alissafalco said:
And not to mention that WOD has all the same exact overpriced crap that you can get at any of the resort gift shops and parks. I'll give DTD another chance once Disney springs is completed.
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True, basically the only reason we go to DTD is to get an ornament at the Christmas shop. Plus, since we stay at PORS, it's an excuse to take a boat ride.
 
Bairstow

Bairstow

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I see the two as very different shopping/dining concepts- CItiwalk as an added bonus between the Universal Parks and your car and Downtown Disney being more of a dedicated shopping/dining district with local appeal.

Of the two, I prefer Downtown Disney, but only because it has specific stores and restaurants that I'm very fond of (Pollo Campero, Art of Disney, Pollo Campero, World of Disney, and Pollo Campero.)
 
Gringrinngghost

Gringrinngghost

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ml123_9 said:
A few weeks ago we went to DTD for lunch, shopping, and to purchase park tix. Nothing exciting, just the same restaurants and shops. We left around 6 or so and were trying to figure out what to do about dinner. There was nothing at DTD that interested us and everything near there we have at home. So, we decided to go CityWalk for dinner. After all, none of us had ever been there before. Now, I'm usually Disney all the way, but after visiting CityWalk, I have no desire to ever go to DTD again. CW is freakin awesome. All the lighting, the restaurants, shops, and bars there. It reminded me of what PI used to be. Plus, we could see part of Uni's firework show. There was live music at an outdoor stage, and families everywhere. We had a great time. We have never left DTD talking about how much fun we had. What really stood out to me though was the amount of security scattered through out the place. At CW you can tell who security is, at PI, I don't really remember ever seeing security. Now with that said, I don't know how anyone at CW would ever try to do anything stupid. Like all the alleged drunkeness and drug use that took place at PI. So Disney, it's time to wake up and get your heads out of your rearends! DTD is a joke and a shell of it's former self. To us, it's like any shopping mall we have here. My wife and I are already talking about how we would like to go back to CW and try out one of Uni's parks next year. Just my two cents.
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I go to DTD to eat at Earl's and House of Blues, Never done Cirque Du Soliel, but I say HANDS DOWN City Walk is the Best.
 
DJMoore2011

DJMoore2011

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ml123_9 said:
It's not just bars or clubs. They have a lot of nice restaurants and there are some shops. The way the area is lit up though, it made you feel like you were in a really neat dance club.
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While I was a little disapointed in my first trip to DTD, I don't think this City Walk thing is the answer for us. We are not into club stuff. And if the feeling is a really neat dance club..well we don't do dance clubs.
 
TubaGeek

TubaGeek

God bless the "Ignore" button.
I'm a bigger fan of CW, in no small part because it's immediately attached to the theme parks. Disney's big footprint is great, but I do love that everything at Uni is within walking distance.
Some things they need, though, that DTD has: more consistent live outdoor acts, and more upscale quick-service places. Other than that... CW hands down.
 
rufio

rufio

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ChevisMickey said:
CW is a good place to visit if you like to drink, dance, and enjoy the nightlife. Also good for many of the restaurants and a little shopping. That said, with younger children, on a budget, and/or if you are not big into the nightlife, CW can be loud and crazy. My kids did not want to stay and shop once we finished our meal the last time we were there. With the parks right there they will want to do other things.

DD is just a place our family has to visit. EoS and LEGO alone are 'must do' places. We always browse, but don't always buy at the big store. West Side has more of a CW feel to it, so our visits to that part of DD are usually limited.

So, for those that really liked Pleasure Island in its heyday, CW should be your new destination. Families, especially those with young kids, might make a few stops in CW while at Uni, but your kids might not want to stay too long.
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This is the answer I was waiting for. DH and I are super boring and not into the nightlife at all. The last time we went to a club was close to three years ago! We enjoy DTD as a place to just stroll and browse the shops.
 
Avenger117

Avenger117

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I swear Disney must just roll out the red carpet when I'm there, because there was tons of live music. I would say we walked across DTD and saw about 4 musicians when we were there 2 weeks ago. I like the restaurants there as well and we did a good bit of shopping at World of Disney and the Christmas store.

I will say that I like Citywalk as well. We'll see what is in the plans for Disney Springs, it seems that Disney is trying to address the problems some people have with DTD. but if anyone really wants nightlife and a happening club scene I recommend Miami, its a blast down there.
 
luv

luv

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I don't care for either place at night. During the day, I like them both. I like City Walk better for all the obvious reasons, but DTD is good, too. I'm so hoping that I'll like DTD more when it becomes Disney Springs. :)
 
sgtmgd

sgtmgd

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real mad hatter said:
Everyone to their own..I love DTD,and yes I've been to CW...So when you visit CW next year,I hope you have a following of hundreds so there's more space at DTD for me to enjoy..;)
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Guess It's a matter of opinion..I agree with Hatter..we have no issues with DTD and apparently they heard you..Since Disney Springs is forthcoming. Universal in general seems more geared to Teens and young adults (20's-30's) Citiwalk is nice and it's flaymboyant if thats what you want..Emerils and Margharitaville sit side by side and I love Jimmy Buffet...but I also have one a couple hours from here. I can live without the bars..and the shops are not any more or less than Disney IMO..for us..we will always look at Universal as a nice one day venture to IAO (IT is a fantastic Ride Driven park) or maybe a day at US so see the Transformers ride..but barring UNI building a third park..I dont see us "staying" there. Security has'nt been a real issue at DTD that I can see..I would "expect" more at Citiwalk due to the Alcohol and par population..again there is much more "partying" going on there than DTD..either way I'm not spending a full day at wither place..we generally hit DTD the day we arrive to peruse the shops..and eat at T-Rex..the same for Citiwalk..Id rather eat there than inside Universals PArls as their in park choices are horrible..
 

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