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Lights of Winter not being displayed this year (2009)!?!
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brkgnews
Well-Known Member
OK, so...
We're replacing the "always-on" lighted arches that people can enjoy as they go through, maybe occasionally stopping to watch the "show" part of it...
... with a group that will only perform a certain number of sets each night... probably not *every* night... and possibly causing audience flow issues as people (potentially) crowd around.
I stand by my previous "lame." Time to start writing.
DisneyLeo18
Active Member
Well.. I'm disappointed as every one else on this board as I will not get to see it on my trip in 3 weeks.
However I have to say (as I think 74 was hinting to this) I am surprised (in a good way) of how every one is reacting to this cut. Through this whole thread it doesn't appear anyone is defending this cut in any way. Sometimes when we read about a price increase or a cutback some people defend the reasoning or are not too upset, but not this time. I see people not wanting to return on multiple trips, not renew annual passes, one person not visiting at all! I think it's good that we (as a collective) have finally had enough. I love WDW as much as the rest of you, and couldn't be more excited about my next trip but this really bothers me. I'm hoping they realize this mistake and somehow correct it.
I know I might be ripped to shreds by some on this, but EPCOT isn't even one of my favorite parks. I enjoy the rides, but WS doesn't do much for me really, however this is my first trip being 21 and will be drinking around the world :slurp:. And the way my schedule for this trip worked out we were heading to EPCOT on our first night and I was looking forward to LoW.
However I have to say (as I think 74 was hinting to this) I am surprised (in a good way) of how every one is reacting to this cut. Through this whole thread it doesn't appear anyone is defending this cut in any way. Sometimes when we read about a price increase or a cutback some people defend the reasoning or are not too upset, but not this time. I see people not wanting to return on multiple trips, not renew annual passes, one person not visiting at all! I think it's good that we (as a collective) have finally had enough. I love WDW as much as the rest of you, and couldn't be more excited about my next trip but this really bothers me. I'm hoping they realize this mistake and somehow correct it.
I know I might be ripped to shreds by some on this, but EPCOT isn't even one of my favorite parks. I enjoy the rides, but WS doesn't do much for me really, however this is my first trip being 21 and will be drinking around the world :slurp:. And the way my schedule for this trip worked out we were heading to EPCOT on our first night and I was looking forward to LoW.
If any of you are planning to contact Disney on this, the best approach is to send a hand written letter to guest communications. Failing that, email them. Calling on the phone tends to be very ineffective. If you do comment in person in the park, remember, guest relations probably love the Lights of Winter as much as you do, and they didn't make the decision, so don't go crazy.
MousDad
New Member
Wait till SM opens with no Star Tunnel Music!
If that's the case, I give Disney Parks Blog about another 2 weeks.
CrashNet
Well-Known Member
Thank you for letting us know they are getting rid of another and probably one of the best traditions they had permanently for "entertainment." I've never been one to really respond to a lot of the complaints that pass through in this community, but this is absolutely ridiculous. I've said it before and I'll say it again, there are certain people in TDO from the Eisner era that need to be kicked out and kicked out fast.
Childish sounding or not, I don't care, but I will not be wasting my time watching any of these shows. Still, when I do lodge my complaint, in person, I will be sure to treat the Guest Relations CMs with the respect they deserve. They didn't make this terrible decision.
jmuboy
Well-Known Member
The biggest reason I live in VA and fly to CA for DL's Christmas is that their stuff is FREE and BETTER than WDW's Holiday stuff. The fact that the MK charges for the holiday parade and fireworks is a disgusting example of WDW's greed. I am so at my breaking point with WDW that I may stop going altogether. DL offers a much more plesant expereince for "fans" and it promises only to improve over the next several years.
WDW Vacationer
Active Member
This is the last straw for many folks,I hope Disney realizes this. They need to.
They will only realize it when they see less people (and thus less $$$).
xdan0920
Think for yourselfer
I'm with you. Especially now that DVC has opened up out there. If I am in the mood for some Disney Holiday magic, which I used to be able to get in FL, I will book GCV and head out to cali.
Monorail Lime
Well-Known Member
I will lodge my complaint in person next month. Not that it has ever done any good before...
NewfieFan
Well-Known Member
There's 98 comments over on the blog! I have to think that will mean something! I know they're too big to listen to their fans, blah, blah, blah... but they have to pay attention to all the "attention", don't they!?!
I still say "keep commenting"!
I was thinking about buying my first AP this year... Disney isnt' doing a good job of convincing me!
I still say "keep commenting"!
I was thinking about buying my first AP this year... Disney isnt' doing a good job of convincing me!
FigmentFreak
Well-Known Member
I am absolutley heart broken 
if no Lights of Winter. It's just so beautiful.
if no Lights of Winter. It's just so beautiful.
RiversideBunny
New Member
The deep essence of this act is that it shows a real disregard for WDW guests by Disney management.
It's not really about lights; it's about callous corporate control and about taking customers for granted.
It's not really about lights; it's about callous corporate control and about taking customers for granted.
harryk
Well-Known Member
Let's get real...
4 shows a day maybe...
Lights are on from tree lighting to closing of the park...
Lights help 'keep the holidays bright'
Gospel singers..... nice, but no thanks
Don't need 'green' .. one more group falls to the propaganda about greeness.
grumpytodd
New Member
The deep essence of this act is that it shows a real disregard for WDW guests by Disney management.
It's not really about lights; it's about callous corporate control and about taking customers for granted.
I think you've hit the proverbial nail on the head!!
CrashNet
Well-Known Member
Oh its directly related to the higher ups in managment. Look at TDA and the great work they've done to DL. Now look at TDO: losing one thing after the other, worthless refurbs, and no real signs of anything new or exciting down the road. You could say the Fantasyland redo, but keep in mind TDO got trumped by some of the highest brass in the company to force that decision through.The deep essence of this act is that it shows a real disregard for WDW guests by Disney management.
It's not really about lights; it's about callous corporate control and about taking customers for granted.
WDW Vacationer
Active Member
My comment was approved! Good to see they are approving them.