News Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind attraction confirmed for Epcot

[mousekedoc]

I’m all Disney is better than anyone. Just because saying anything else is sacrilegious to me. That said, what is it with Poly? My wife belongs to a Disney fan Facebook group and all they ever write about is staying at Poly. I DON’T get it.

 

[Fantasmicguy]

If it wasn't such an unfortunate IP choice, I would applaud a decision to place a coaster in that location. That side of Futureworld would be almost coming together with a "physics" theme.

And while digital, Epcot (Center) had very popular roller coaster attraction in the Communicore back in the early days. As a kid, I always thought it was unfortunate that one could not actually ride the coaster they let you design.

I'm guessing this was before Sum of All Thrills opened isn't it?

 

[mikejs78]

I’m all Disney is better than anyone. Just because saying anything else is sacrilegious to me. That said, what is it with Poly? My wife belongs to a Disney fan Facebook group and all they ever write about is staying at Poly. I DON’T get it.

Two reasons:

1. location, location, location
2. The theming has a more laid back vibe (tropical) than either the Contemporary or GF.

 

[ThatMouse]

That was a laserdisc video game, build your own rollercoaster with the beaver from Lady and the Tramp. Old EPCOT knew how to properly integrate IP into their attractions. Also I remember helping push luggage onto airplanes and moving traffic along with my finger.

 

[RobotWolf]

I'm guessing this was before Sum of All Thrills opened isn't it?

Big time. I don't know if EC opened with it. If not, it was there by '83-'84, I believe.

 

[mikejs78]

Big time. I don't know if EC opened with it. If not, it was there by '83-'84, I believe.

@marni1971 would know. I do remember that though.

 

[EricsBiscuit]

May I ask why? I find Poly the most outdated Disney deluxe resort, and recent changes have made it significantly less appealing. No to mention, RP costs about a third as much.

Monorail, watching the ferries (Gen Joe Potter, Richard F Irvine, Admiral Joe fowler) all from my room is one of my favorite things. Among other things

 

[sedati]

That was a laserdisc video game, build your own rollercoaster with the beaver from Lady and the Tramp. Old EPCOT knew how to properly integrate IP into their attractions. Also I remember helping push luggage onto airplanes and moving traffic along with my finger.

The "Compute-A-Coaster." A must-do for me. Not long ago I had seen a great video showing the whole process, I'll see if I can track it down.

 

[BrianLo]

They sorta did, just not included in the price, but they have, for an extra fee 3 FP+s at 90 days available for club level.

Guests at the Shanghai resorts are now given a bonus fastpass, pre-booked. Shanghai is the shining beacon of monetization of that system of course, but it’s there.

 

[marni1971]

I'm guessing this was before Sum of All Thrills opened isn't it?

1982

Full edit coming as part of a much bigger project in June.

 

[smile]

And while digital, Epcot (Center) had very popular roller coaster attraction in the Communicore back in the early days.

love, love, loved it!


may the below ring some bells until we're graced with yet another wonderful @marni1971 production...

 

[the_rich]

I’m all Disney is better than anyone. Just because saying anything else is sacrilegious to me. That said, what is it with Poly? My wife belongs to a Disney fan Facebook group and all they ever write about is staying at Poly. I DON’T get it.

Poly was my favorite resort to stay at until I visited AKL, now it's 2nd. My mother also loves it because it reminds her of her honeymoon in Hawaii.

 

[Marc Davis Fan]

For those interested, here's an excellent overview of the Marvel contract from the LA Times, analyzing what Disney can and cannot do: http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-disney-marvel-land-20180406-story.html

And, for those REALLY interested, here is the (legendary, at this point) contract itself: https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1262449/000119312510008732/dex1057.htm

 

[MisterPenguin]

For those interested, here's an excellent overview of the Marvel contract from the LA Times, analyzing what Disney can and cannot do: http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-disney-marvel-land-20180406-story.html

The author quotes the opinions of Disney bloggers rather than lawyers. So, basically, its not useful information.

 

[Marc Davis Fan]

The author quotes the opinions of Disney bloggers rather than lawyers. So, basically, its not useful information.

I wouldn’t say it’s useless, as non-lawyers can certainly understand contracts, and non-lawyers who’ve thought/learned about the relevant issues can have useful insight (though of course one should always consult a lawyer with relevant expertise when dealing with any contract!). I agree, though, that opinions from lawyers would have increased the worth of that article.

Coincidentally, I‘m a lawyer who looks at a ton of contracts for my own company, so I’m eager to read the actual contract thoroughly when I have the time, and try to work out my own understanding of what the heck it really means...

 

[MisterPenguin]

I wouldn’t say it’s useless, as non-lawyers can certainly understand contracts, and non-lawyers who’ve thought/learned about the relevant issues can have useful insight (though of course one should always consult a lawyer with relevant expertise when dealing with any contract!). I agree, though, that opinions from lawyers would have increased the worth of that article.

Coincidentally, I‘m a lawyer who looks at a ton of contracts for my own company, so I’m eager to read the actual contract thoroughly when I have the time, and try to work out my own understanding of what the heck it really means...

The contract is, IMO, poorly written. The outlining alone gives me headaches, nevermind the undefined terms and redundancies.

I created a better-outlined version for myself, finding-and-replacing legalese with English, and adding commentary...

 

[mousekedoc]

Poly was my favorite resort to stay at until I visited AKL, now it's 2nd. My mother also loves it because it reminds her of her honeymoon in Hawaii.

Ok. I get that.

 

[Marc Davis Fan]

I created a better-outlined version for myself, finding-and-replacing legalese with English, and adding commentary...

Holy moly @MisterPenguin is good.

I think you should win the award for hardest-working WDWMagic member.

Thanks.

 

[MisterPenguin]

Holy moly @MisterPenguin is good.

I think you should win the award for hardest-working WDWMagic member.

Thanks.

Thanks. Some people's motto is that information should be free. My motto is that it should be organized correctly in a hierarchical structure.

 

[Cesar R M]

I’m all Disney is better than anyone. Just because saying anything else is sacrilegious to me. That said, what is it with Poly? My wife belongs to a Disney fan Facebook group and all they ever write about is staying at Poly. I DON’T get it.

Maybe they love the poly for the a) closeness b) monorail c) restaurants d) view to the lagoon with straight view to the MK.

And not actually the 3 star hotel amenities or room quality.