Is this really a thing or is it April 1ST? Cabanas in the parks.

[wdisney9000]

uh, CoP WAS sexist as hell when it opened. it's an accurate snapshot of a different era, and that era really didn't care for women.

but by all means, be a big baby on a disney world forum who takes other people to task over their feelings about a 20-minute spinning room with robots

Yes, it is truly horrifying to witness the abuse of mother and Patricia with each new scene. I can't believe he never mentioned trans gender bathrooms either! Hope your #triggered!

 

[wdisney9000]

Uh-oh, the resident southern stalwart has been triggered by a lady with a brain.

Just fondle your firearm and everything will be ok.

My wife makes the sandwiches, I kill the spiders. Its a good deal. Get #triggered

Don't forget to report me. It will make you feel better.

 

[flynnibus]

You are griping over a random $700 tent that you don't have to rent -- on a vacation that averages $7000+. It doesn't make sense to me.

Because you are dense and wouldn't know what customer focus was if it came up and bit you in the rear. You can't distinguish between different tiers of product (Like the GF vs CBR) and addressing customer needs.

If you found your customers were complaining of lack of shade at your facility... the customer focused solution would be to look at how the facility could be altered to improve the customer's visiting experience and address shade concerns, not say "Oh look, we can sell umbrellas now!"

The difference in business philosophy and product direction is what bothers me... not if something was $700 or not. But some people can't see beyond the tip of their nose... and understand the topics beyond the individual offerings.

 

[MinnieM123]

People have come together to speak out against the cabanas from a variety of different viewpoints and concerns about them, so it's definitely a big tent issue.

Speaking of tents, I've been wondering why they didn't put these $650 ones over near Storybook Circus (unless there's no available space left in that area). Wouldn't tents blend in better with other tents, versus tents being situated next to Space Mountain? And, looking at the photo below, I also think the tent cabanas could blend in nicely with the circus side show theme . . .

 

[Disneyhead'71]

My wife makes the sandwiches, I kill the spiders. Its a good deal. And FYI, my wife makes more money than you. Get #triggered

SMH.

(speechless)

 

[BrerJon]

Speaking of tents, I've been wondering why they didn't put these $650 ones over near Storybook Circus (unless there's no available space left in that area). Wouldn't tents blend in better with other tents, versus tents being situated next to Space Mountain? And, looking at the photo below, I also think the tent cabanas could blend in nicely with the circus side show theme . . .

The reason they don't put the $691 cabanas in Storybook Circus, is Storybook Circus has the D-Zone... an indoor tent, with seating, where you can kick back, charge your phones, eat snacks and relax. And it's free for everyone.

Nobody would buy a cabana there. By situating them near the front of the park, they're easier to sell at the start of the day to guests less familiar with the back of the park.

 

[Siren]

"Most people." Wishful thinking or the latest TWDC line?

And don't project; it's not your fault when OT hours are reduced.

LOL. No @wm49rs , it's not wishful thinking. I don't think most people will notice them. If I didn't rent one, I wouldn't be looking for it and I would walk right past it. OMG, it's Disney World! There are so many other amazing things to be consumed with. It looks like you have to go out of your way to even see them.

Because you are dense and wouldn't know what customer focus was if it came up and bit you in the rear. You can't distinguish between different tiers of product (Like the GF vs CBR) and addressing customer needs.

If you found your customers were complaining of lack of shade at your facility... the customer focused solution would be to look at how the facility could be altered to improve the customer's visiting experience and address shade concerns, not say "Oh look, we can sell umbrellas now!"

The difference in business philosophy and product direction is what bothers me... not if something was $700 or not. But some people can't see beyond the tip of their nose... and understand the topics beyond the individual offerings.

Your argument loses all credibility, when you have to stoop to such lows and resort to name calling just to make your little point. You have proven repeatedly that you are totally incapable of engaging in civil discourse. So, stay classy.

I have provided real life examples to demonstrate the successfully proven concepts of how the tents are utilized at EDM concerts.

I will also add, that even most movie theaters have adopted a luxury seating and/or reserved seating model. So, Disney is experimenting with some kind of hybrid of the two.

The tents were sold out this past weekend, so it's clear that the public has embraced the concept of having a reserved seat and/or designated space right in the park.

Once again, nothing you've written here applies to the topic at hand, in regards to the tents -- the crowding issues in the parks or otherwise.

You have to fabricate some bizarre and random analogy about "shade" and "selling umbrellas" and "business tiers".

You're discussing hotels and addressing the needs of guests at "GF and CBR" -- when everyone else is specifically discussing the tents in the parks. Your whole post is just a hot mess. Apples and pick up trucks or something. LOL. And, this is why I am putting you on ignore.

Simply put, Disney expanded the hub to address some of the crowding issues in MK. What more they can do? (rhetorical)

The tents are an option for people who would like some form of guaranteed seating and a reserved area in the parks to relax or whatever and don't mind paying for it. Plus, there are additional incentives like reserved viewing for the parades and fireworks.

 

[Goofyernmost]

I have seen CoP more times than I can count.. was always a favorite of mine even as a child. Watching it today all I could think of was "Holy cow this is one sexist piece of work!"

I'm so glad times are different now!!!
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Ok sorry for the diversion, now back to regularly schedule programming of bashing anyone with more money to spend than what "you" (not you) have.

You would have thrown something at them in the original one. "Just iron my shirts dear..."

 

[wm49rs]

LOL. No @wm49rs , it's not wishful thinking. I don't think most people will notice them. If I didn't rent one, I wouldn't be looking for it and I would walk right past it. OMG, it's Disney World! There are so many other amazing things to be consumed with. It looks like you have to go out of your way to even see them.


Your argument loses all credibility, when you have to stoop to such lows and resort to name calling just to make your little point. You have proven repeatedly that you are totally incapable of engaging in civil discourse. So, stay classy.

I have provided real life examples to demonstrate the successfully proven concepts of how the tents are utilized at EDM concerts.

I will also add, that even most movie theaters have adopted a luxury seating and/or reserved seating model. So, Disney is experimenting with some kind of hybrid of the two.

The tents were sold out this past weekend, so it's clear that the public has embraced the concept of having a reserved seat and/or designated space right in the park.

Once again, nothing you've written here applies to the topic at hand, in regards to the tents -- the crowding issues in the parks or otherwise.

You have to fabricate some bizarre and random analogy about "shade" and "selling umbrellas" and "business tiers".

You're discussing hotels and addressing the needs of guests at "GF and CBR" -- when everyone else is specifically discussing the tents in the parks. Your whole post is just a hot mess. Apples and pick up trucks or something. LOL. And, this is why I am putting you on ignore.

Simply put, Disney expanded the hub to address some of the crowding issues in MK. What more they can do? (rhetorical)

The tents are an option for people who would like some form of guaranteed seating and a reserved area in the parks to relax or whatever and don't mind paying for it. Plus, there are additional incentives like reserved viewing for the parades and fireworks.

I'm sure as TWDC places more Hoovervilles around the parks they'll be noticed by more than the half-dozen folk in your photo. But hey, perhaps that would mean more OT hours for you....

 

[Goofyernmost]

You're right. The cabanas should be in the hub. Easy access to all lands. What were they thinking???

Then at least you can pee in one of the fountains. That alone would be worth a lot extra.

 

[Luxe]

LOL. Some of the reactions to this are so over the top and bizarre to me. Maybe, it's because this is an older community of people who are retired or are middle aged or something. It's not that serious to me.

Anyway, Disney is simply borrowing concepts from the EDM crowd set -- Coachella, Tomorrowland, Electric Daisy, etc. And, they know who they are marketing this to.

Likewise, EDM borrows concepts from Disney like Magic Bands and their themes.

Coachella rents "Safari Tents" at $6500 for the weekend. Disney's tent is $650. Both offer VIP access and viewing to the shows.

TomorrowLand/TomorrowWorld refers to their tent city as "Dreamville" and rent out "Easy Tents".

I like the concept because I have always wanted to visit Disney on Christmas, New Years Eve, and the 4th of July but avoid it because of the crowds. People get turned away when the park reaches capacity and you can't leave.

So, the tent is invaluable for me, especially with the exclusive viewing areas. It has nothing to do with showing off or being lazy because my fitbit clocks 10 to 15 miles a day at Disney. LOL.

This is the super long line just to get in MK on Christmas.

Here is everyone all laid out in the hub. This is even more tacky than the tent.

And, this will be me in my tent before I head over to my VIP viewing area for the fireworks. LOL. To each their own. Live & let live.

Please don't classify the people who visit these boards. There are people from all walks of life here, not just retired people with nothing better to do.

Comparing EDM festival tents to the Magical FEMA camp tents is laughable. Once again, it's the "doesn't impact me, don't care" mentality.

 

[JoeCamel]

Please don't classify the people who visit these boards. There are people from all walks of life here, not just retired people with nothing better to do.

Comparing EDM festival tents to the Magical FEMA camp tents is laughable. Once again, it's the "doesn't impact me, don't care" mentality.

But - But - "she" also compared Home Depot tents stuck in a corner of a theme park to poolside cabanas at luxury locations. I wonder what is inside the skyway building they couldn't transform to make these spaces they had to pitch tents without AC behind a faux screen of plants? It should have plenty of space to put something like this if it is necessary to have them in the park at all.

 

[Siren]

I'm sure as TWDC places more Hoovervilles around the parks they'll be noticed by more than the half-dozen folk in your photo. But hey, perhaps that would mean more OT hours for you....

OMG. @wm49rs -- stop making me laugh. Okay so, I just googled "Hoovervilles" to see what they were and like my side hurts from laughing. This is just so wrong!

Seriously though, some of them look better than Disney's tents. LOL. And, thanks for sharing a glimpse of your old neighborhood with me -- I love bonding with you and this explains so much.

 

[Luxe]

@Siren
LOL. No @wm49rs , it's not wishful thinking. I don't think most people will notice them. If I didn't rent one, I wouldn't be looking for it and I would walk right past it. OMG, it's Disney World! There are so many other amazing things to be consumed with. It looks like you have to go out of your way to even see them.

Ride the TTA and tell me how hard it is to spot them. If someone slaps you in the face but you close your eyes, you still get slapped in the face. A simple browse of this thread will show how easy they are to spot from multiple areas of TL, just because you choose to ignore them doesn't mean they aren't visibly intruding.

Your argument loses all credibility, when you have to stoop to such lows and resort to name calling just to make your little point. You have proven repeatedly that you are totally incapable of engaging in civil discourse. So, stay classy.

Complains about name calling, proceeds to be condescending. Logic.

I have provided real life examples to demonstrate the successfully proven concepts of how the tents are utilized at EDM concerts.

Highly Immersive, themed environment vs. disgusting tent city wasteland that stinks of booze and marijuana. Logic.

I will also add, that even most movie theaters have adopted a luxury seating and/or reserved seating model. So, Disney is experimenting with some kind of hybrid of the two.

Reserved seating is more akin to FP+, not FEMA camp tents for a premium price.

The tents were sold out this past weekend, so it's clear that the public has embraced the concept of having a reserved seat and/or designated space right in the park.

If I had two overpriced, ugly and bitter bananas with 50,000 people to sell them to, I'm pretty confident that I would "sell out" of my two entire bananas pretty quickly. Two tents "selling out" != guests embracing the idea.

Once again, nothing you've written here applies to the topic at hand, in regards to the tents -- the crowding issues in the parks or otherwise.

Still don't understand your argument about crowd levels in the park. They will still be there when you leave your little quarantine tent.

You have to fabricate some bizarre and random analogy about "shade" and "selling umbrellas" and "business tiers".

It's a business analogy, something that you clearly have no experience with.

You're discussing hotels and addressing the needs of guests at "GF and CBR" -- when everyone else is specifically discussing the tents in the parks. Your whole post is just a hot mess. Apples and pick up trucks or something. LOL. And, this is why I am putting you on ignore.

Comparing the price of a 1 day tent to a 1 day stay at a resort of comparable price sounds reasonable to me. Just because you look away from a car crash doesn't mean the car never crashed...

Simply put, Disney expanded the hub to address some of the crowding issues in MK. What more they can do? (rhetorical)

Expand the rest of the park and open more attractions. Fix Epcot and turn HWS and AK into full day parks so people go somewhere other than just the MK. Just to name a few.

The tents are an option for people who would like some form of guaranteed seating and a reserved area in the parks to relax or whatever and don't mind paying for it. Plus, there are additional incentives like reserved viewing for the parades and fireworks.

I have been to WDW at the busiest times of the year on multiple occasions. Finding somewhere to sit is never an issue whatsoever. Not to mention that I have never staked out a spot for parade/firework/show viewing and always find a spot. Even with some simple reading the average guest can figure that out. Please take a moment to price out the value of everything that is included in the FEMA... I mean Magical Tent and list it for me. See if it makes sense to you(it probably won't).

 

[Luxe]

You are griping over a random $700 tent that you don't have to rent -- on a vacation that averages $7000+. It doesn't make sense to me.

No one expects it to.

 

[Princess Leia]

Annnd I'm going to take a break from checking this thread for awhile. (I still think the cabanas are way overpriced, that the money spent on them could be used on better VIP things in the park, and that Disney should create hidden lounge areas in the park to replace the tents instead- there could be a plan that doesn't involve eyesores)

 

[wm49rs]

OMG. @wm49rs -- stop making me laugh. Okay so, I just googled "Hoovervilles" to see what they were and like my side hurts from laughing. This is just so wrong!

Seriously though, some of them look better than Disney's tents. LOL. And, thanks for sharing a glimpse of your old neighborhood with me -- I love bonding with you and this explains so much.

Keep earning those TWDC overtime hours. It's (literally) what you're paid to do....

 

[Siren]

YES. Disney is so greedy. They just want profits. Blah. Blah. Blah. We seriously need to move past that.

I don't think we should move past it. I think we should hold Disney accountable. If we don't, what right do we have to complain?

I don't take 21 day holidays to Disney. We are commandos, we take one week out of the year, including travel days and spend one full day in each park. I refuse to waste hours waiting for shows and parades -- if there is a faster and more convenient alternative, I will explore it.

Yet you don't mind wasting time sitting in a tent to go stake your spot for the fireworks? This isn't a faster method. Just the opposite. You're going to waste precious vacation time and countless attractions while kicking back in your tent all so you can get a "VIP Viewing Area".

Crowds are a problem. People stake their spot for the parades and fireworks hours in advance and all day during the holidays, as if their life depends upon it. So, when that careless or clueless person or group walks up at the last minute and stands right in front of them -- they get ballistic. LOL. So, the special reserved viewing areas are a huge perk.

I agree with that part. But seriously, if this is such a problem (and I agree, it can be), go 2-3 weeks earlier and experience the same exact shows without the crowds. Or, as I said earlier, do some research. I use the Unofficial Guide and Undercover Tourist, and don't wait in lines for more than 15-20 minutes.

But, a poster here already confirmed that the tents were sold out over the weekend. So, clearly Disney has been able to identify and address a need among a certain sector of its guests. And, I don't believe they are all super wealthy or very sick. LOL.

No doubt they will sell out. Again, as I said earlier, Disney isn't stupid. They know there are guests who have money to throw away and almost relish the opportunity to do so.

It's not the end of the world. You can still enjoy Disney like you always have. This isn't hurting anyone.

Wrong. Those tents are, as has been said dozens of times, a hideous eye-sore and distraction from the show element. And again, it is continuing a disturbing trend Disney has been on for some time.

@Siren
LOL. No @wm49rs , it's not wishful thinking. I don't think most people will notice them. If I didn't rent one, I wouldn't be looking for it and I would walk right past it. OMG, it's Disney World! There are so many other amazing things to be consumed with. It looks like you have to go out of your way to even see them.

Ride the TTA and tell me who hard it is to spot them. If someone slaps you in the face but you close your eyes, you still get slapped in the face. A simple browse of this thread will show how easy they are to spot from multiple areas of TL, just because you choose to ignore them doesn't mean they aren't visibly intruding.

Your argument loses all credibility, when you have to stoop to such lows and resort to name calling just to make your little point. You have proven repeatedly that you are totally incapable of engaging in civil discourse. So, stay classy.

Complains about name calling, proceeds to be condescending. Logic.

I have provided real life examples to demonstrate the successfully proven concepts of how the tents are utilized at EDM concerts.

Highly Immersive, themed environment vs. disgusting tent city wasteland that stinks of booze and marijuana. Logic.

I will also add, that even most movie theaters have adopted a luxury seating and/or reserved seating model. So, Disney is experimenting with some kind of hybrid of the two.

Reserved seating is more akin to FP+, not FEMA camp tents for a premium price.

The tents were sold out this past weekend, so it's clear that the public has embraced the concept of having a reserved seat and/or designated space right in the park.

If I had two overpriced, ugly and bitter bananas with 50,000 people to sell them to, I'm pretty confident that I would "sell out" of my two entire bananas pretty quickly. Two tents "selling out" != guests embracing the idea.

Once again, nothing you've written here applies to the topic at hand, in regards to the tents -- the crowding issues in the parks or otherwise.

Still don't understand your argument about crowd levels in the park. They will still be there when you leave your little quarantine tent.

You have to fabricate some bizarre and random analogy about "shade" and "selling umbrellas" and "business tiers".

It's a business analogy, something that you clearly have no experience with.

You're discussing hotels and addressing the needs of guests at "GF and CBR" -- when everyone else is specifically discussing the tents in the parks. Your whole post is just a hot mess. Apples and pick up trucks or something. LOL. And, this is why I am putting you on ignore.

Comparing the price of a 1 day tent to a 1 day stay at a resort of comparable price sounds reasonable to me. Just because you look away from a car crash doesn't mean the car never crashed...

Simply put, Disney expanded the hub to address some of the crowding issues in MK. What more they can do? (rhetorical)

Expand the rest of the park and open more attractions. Fix Epcot and turn HWS and AK into full day parks so people go somewhere other than just the MK. Just to name a few.

The tents are an option for people who would like some form of guaranteed seating and a reserved area in the parks to relax or whatever and don't mind paying for it. Plus, there are additional incentives like reserved viewing for the parades and fireworks.

I have been to WDW at the busiest times of the year on multiple occasions. Finding somewhere to sit is never an issue whatsoever. Not to mention that I have never staked out a spot for parade/firework/show viewing and always find a spot. Even with some simple reading the average guest can figure that out. Please take a moment to price out the value of everything that is included in the FEMA... I mean Magical Tent and list it for me. See if it makes sense to you(it probably won't).

How bizarre? Why are you using two accounts? You're that squidward guy. As if, your ranting and raving under that name wasn't enough. You log into a second name to say the exact same thing, which is basically NOTHING. And, then you went back and even liked your own post. Yikes! LOL. It's not that serious.

Ewww. I'm totally creeped out.

Keep earning those TWDC overtime hours. It's (literally) what you're paid to do....

I don't know what it is. But, whenever you're around me, strange things are sure to happen. Like above. LOL. This means it's time for us to bounce.

 

[flynnibus]

Your argument loses all credibility, when you have to stoop to such lows and resort to name calling just to make your little point. You have proven repeatedly that you are totally incapable of engaging in civil discourse. So, stay classy.

My flaw is I only give people 2-3 chances before I drop the charade and call them out on their lack of comprehension. Sorry, you used up your cuddle credits and now the kid gloves come off.

I have provided real life examples to demonstrate the successfully proven concepts of how the tents are utilized at EDM concerts.

You have provided real life examples of tent sales - which, means nothing if you actually had any clue about Disney's business model that is under attack with these pay-to-play offerings being stuffed into every nook of what was supposed to be a Disney vacation. Comparing Disney to a music festival shows just how oblivious you are to what drove Disney customer interactions for decades.

You have to fabricate some bizarre and random analogy about "shade" and "selling umbrellas" and "business tiers".

Because you are clueless and only know how to clone behaviors vs understanding the very principles behind the decisions or what they hope to project or protect. You're a copy-cat not a creator or champion.

You're discussing hotels and addressing the needs of guests at "GF and CBR" -- when everyone else is specifically discussing the tents in the parks

Add 'analogy' to your list of homework to study. Till then... keep logging those hours and keep clicking... preferably elsewhere.

 

[Luxe]

How bizarre? Why are you using two accounts? You're that squidward guy. As if, your ranting and raving under that name wasn't enough. You log into a second name to say the exact same thing, which is basically NOTHING. And, then you went back and even liked your own post. Yikes! LOL. It's not that serious.

Ewww. I'm totally creeped out.

Get over yourself.

Don't expect anyone to take you seriously around here if you can't bother to read a simple critical post.