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No visit in 2012 ?
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sweetpee_1993
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Looks like more than just a couple of us are planning to head to DL instead of WDW in 2012. We're in search of new & interesting Disney experiences. We're booked on the 9/10/12 6-day Wonder from Vancouver to Los Angeles w/2 days in San Francisco. Once we get to LA we're hoping to stay at least 4 days at DL. Never been to Vancouver. Never been on one of DCL's smaller ships. The kids & I have never been to California. We're planning to see the Disney Family Museum in San Fran amoung other things. And We'd like to stay at the Disneyland Hotel and take our time soaking up the west coast parks. :king:
CnoteBflat
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The only reason I'm not going in 2012 is because I'm saving up for my trip in 2013 
lbrad
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We were just there in July ...and yes Brazilian tour groups galore
SCREAMIMG on Spaceship Earth like it were a roller coaster ...ruined it for us. Wish I could say I'd avoid July but DH is a school teacher ...so thats when we go (for longer trips). We are taking at least a year off!
KingdomofDreams
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sweetpee your trip sounds awesome! Vancouver is a gorgeous and very scenic city. What a great place to launch your west coast vacation.
We won't be going to WDW in 2012. We're going to DL! I'm really excited about all that DL has to offer in addition to the new DCA. I'm sure it's going to be really crowded, but the Magic Mornings, later nighttime park hours, and temps in the mid to high 70's should balance that out quite nicely.
We won't be going to WDW in 2012. We're going to DL! I'm really excited about all that DL has to offer in addition to the new DCA. I'm sure it's going to be really crowded, but the Magic Mornings, later nighttime park hours, and temps in the mid to high 70's should balance that out quite nicely.
Kirk88
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If we go in 2012, it's just going to be my wife and I. We've already told the kids that we'll do something different next summer so we can save up for 2013 when FLE opens up. They are actually really excited about it. Since we got back in June we have almost daily discussions either about our trip or what we want to do on the next one. It may be hard to stay away next year!
R W B
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Considering I don't start planning trips until 2-3 months before the dates I want to go, I have no idea if I'll go in 2012. If I don't it will be because I won't be able to find time with my company and that's really the only reason that will stop me.
I was just there in mid-May for 8 days and I don't remember any tour groups at all to be honest.
David S.
Member
As long as at least one of the following three things are still open, I'll still be going to WDW in 2012:
1) Snow White's Adventures
2) Main Street Electrical Parade
3) Dumbo located symetrically behind Castle for perfect firework riding
There is no way I will miss the chance to say a proper goodbye to these things in the final days of each one, as they are all Very Important Favorites for me. And since I suspect at least one or more of them will still be around for at least a portion of 2012, it looks like I'll be there in 2012.
However, as all are expected to close/leave/be relocated in the near future, I do see myself missing some years at WDW for the first time since I began attending multiple times a year again in 2006.
Not due to any formal official "boycott", but simply to choose DISNEYLAND, the Disney resort in my country that will be offering more of the things I like - including Mickey's Toontown and SIX attractions in Fantasyland that are all personal favorites and that will likely NEVER be found at WDW (Pinocchio's Daring Journey, Alice In Wonderland, Mr. Toad's Wild Ride, Casey Junior Circus Train, Storybookland Canal Boats, and Matterhorn Bobsleds). And it's been over a DECADE since I got to experience any of these, other than via YouTube videos!
The timing of this works perfectly with the new DCA expansion, as others have said. Assuming 2013 is the first year I skip WDW in favor of Disneyland, the DCA expansion will be a full year past completion and hopefully the 2012 Carsland opening crowds won't be as bad in 2013. And I'll get to enjoy the Mermaid ride WDW is getting, plus the new Carsland, plus hopefully MSEP will go back there after it leaves WDW.
In addition to the 6 extra rides in Fantasyland (soon to be 7 when Snow White closes), I'll enjoy getting to experience the Disneyland versions of MK classics, which are usually (but not always) better at DL. Plus, I'll get to experience my beloved Toontown again, this time in an even better version than the MK's, which has yet another great dark ride missing in Florida, Roger Rabbit.
Plus, DL has other classics missing in Florida, such as the Indy ride, Sailing Ship Columbia, the Canoes, and the Submarines.
The only things I'll truly miss about MK are the Country Bear Jamboree, Mickey's Phillharmagic, and to a lesser extent Carousel Of Progress, Peoplemover, and Stitch. Everything else I love at the park can be found at DL, usually in a better version.
I will miss some of the Epcot and Studios attractions, and the entirety of Animal Kingdom, but at least a few of the classics from these parks can be found in either DL or DCA (such as Fantasmic!, Star Tours, Captain EO, Soarin', It's Tough To Be A Bug, Disney Animation, Playhouse Disney Live, and Tower of Terror)
The bottom line is the only reason I've been to WDW tons and tons of times and DL only twice is due to WDW's closer location. I'll be "neglecting" WDW for a few years to give DL this much needed attention, but then again I've neglected DL for FAR too long already. I am LONG overdue for another DL trip.
I probably would have skipped a year at WDW to focus on DL anyway, with all the improvements coming to DCA - but I can't lie, the loss of Toontown and impending doom of the Snow White dark ride makes it feel more URGENT to go there; and instead of going once, I'll probably go for a few years before going back to WDW again. But eventually I'll miss the Country Bears, Philharmagic, Figment, and Animal Kingdom so much that I'll have to shift the balance and give WDW some love again.
But I can definitely foresee a future where I visit the 2 US Disney resorts more equally, even though it will be less convenient, rather than WDW having such dominance due to it's location.
1) Snow White's Adventures
2) Main Street Electrical Parade
3) Dumbo located symetrically behind Castle for perfect firework riding
There is no way I will miss the chance to say a proper goodbye to these things in the final days of each one, as they are all Very Important Favorites for me. And since I suspect at least one or more of them will still be around for at least a portion of 2012, it looks like I'll be there in 2012.
However, as all are expected to close/leave/be relocated in the near future, I do see myself missing some years at WDW for the first time since I began attending multiple times a year again in 2006.
Not due to any formal official "boycott", but simply to choose DISNEYLAND, the Disney resort in my country that will be offering more of the things I like - including Mickey's Toontown and SIX attractions in Fantasyland that are all personal favorites and that will likely NEVER be found at WDW (Pinocchio's Daring Journey, Alice In Wonderland, Mr. Toad's Wild Ride, Casey Junior Circus Train, Storybookland Canal Boats, and Matterhorn Bobsleds). And it's been over a DECADE since I got to experience any of these, other than via YouTube videos!
The timing of this works perfectly with the new DCA expansion, as others have said. Assuming 2013 is the first year I skip WDW in favor of Disneyland, the DCA expansion will be a full year past completion and hopefully the 2012 Carsland opening crowds won't be as bad in 2013. And I'll get to enjoy the Mermaid ride WDW is getting, plus the new Carsland, plus hopefully MSEP will go back there after it leaves WDW.
In addition to the 6 extra rides in Fantasyland (soon to be 7 when Snow White closes), I'll enjoy getting to experience the Disneyland versions of MK classics, which are usually (but not always) better at DL. Plus, I'll get to experience my beloved Toontown again, this time in an even better version than the MK's, which has yet another great dark ride missing in Florida, Roger Rabbit.
Plus, DL has other classics missing in Florida, such as the Indy ride, Sailing Ship Columbia, the Canoes, and the Submarines.
The only things I'll truly miss about MK are the Country Bear Jamboree, Mickey's Phillharmagic, and to a lesser extent Carousel Of Progress, Peoplemover, and Stitch. Everything else I love at the park can be found at DL, usually in a better version.
I will miss some of the Epcot and Studios attractions, and the entirety of Animal Kingdom, but at least a few of the classics from these parks can be found in either DL or DCA (such as Fantasmic!, Star Tours, Captain EO, Soarin', It's Tough To Be A Bug, Disney Animation, Playhouse Disney Live, and Tower of Terror)
The bottom line is the only reason I've been to WDW tons and tons of times and DL only twice is due to WDW's closer location. I'll be "neglecting" WDW for a few years to give DL this much needed attention, but then again I've neglected DL for FAR too long already. I am LONG overdue for another DL trip.
I probably would have skipped a year at WDW to focus on DL anyway, with all the improvements coming to DCA - but I can't lie, the loss of Toontown and impending doom of the Snow White dark ride makes it feel more URGENT to go there; and instead of going once, I'll probably go for a few years before going back to WDW again. But eventually I'll miss the Country Bears, Philharmagic, Figment, and Animal Kingdom so much that I'll have to shift the balance and give WDW some love again.
But I can definitely foresee a future where I visit the 2 US Disney resorts more equally, even though it will be less convenient, rather than WDW having such dominance due to it's location.
scoobygirl39541
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Nope, going December 2012 just like every year :xmas:
pumpkin7
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we aren't going for a few years i don't think. we're hopefully moving house, and along with the recession, we just can't afford a £3000 trip to the world. it saddens me, but i've only ever been 4/5 times ever, so i think i can live without it for a while.
besides, i wouldn't want to go while they are still doing work on fantasyland and test track (i do like test track!) so i'll wait until it's all open. even then they'll probably doing a refurb on something but hey ho. so the plan for me is 2013 at least.
besides, i wouldn't want to go while they are still doing work on fantasyland and test track (i do like test track!) so i'll wait until it's all open. even then they'll probably doing a refurb on something but hey ho. so the plan for me is 2013 at least.
graphite1326
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We were just there in July ...and yes Brazilian tour groups galore
SCREAMIMG on Spaceship Earth like it were a roller coaster ...ruined it for us. Wish I could say I'd avoid July but DH is a school teacher ...so thats when we go (for longer trips). We are taking at least a year off!
Sorry to hear that. I am not sure what to do. As I said before, I was there in Feb so the time of year I don't think makes a difference. I am still going to moniter this problem (not for disney but for their regular mullti-visit guests) and see what they do about it. Maybe it is time to look at the other Orlando parks. I quess my next question is, do the other parks have these same problems with the tour groups?
P.S. My first visit was in 1979. I have taken my family of 4 (when my youngest turned 6) since 1995. I would say I am a regular at WDW and have in the past loved every vist.
xoJuicyyStarr71
New Member
I've been thinking about heading there in April 2012... it's not the most ideal time mainly because Test Track is pretty much my whole family's favorit ride. SWSA closing doesn't bother me, neither does the Fantasyland expansion. So I decided to go and enjoy WDW as best as I can! I'm sure it'll be fine! Like a previous poster said, Hakuna Matata
Great thoughts and ideas from everyone. Never really considered going to DL instead. I guess the travel costs from the East Coast to the West Coast just seem prohibitive. But I've never really checked it out. Could make for a good family vacation to CA though.....
worldfanatic
Well-Known Member
Our upcoming December trip will make our fifth year in a row going.
But we'll also take off 2012.
Partially because of our late visit this year (which make it quicker to reach 2013 again), and partially because my wife could use a year off to help charge up her Disney World batteries again (she's not quite as fanatical as me).
To make up for our Florida absence, we'll continue to make our frequent Disneyland Resort trips (we live less than 100 miles away) and hopefully visit Disney's new Aulani property in Hawaii.
Regardless, as soon as we return from this December's trip, I'll begin planning our 2013 WDW trip.
Planning is a major portion of the fun for me!
But we'll also take off 2012.
Partially because of our late visit this year (which make it quicker to reach 2013 again), and partially because my wife could use a year off to help charge up her Disney World batteries again (she's not quite as fanatical as me).
To make up for our Florida absence, we'll continue to make our frequent Disneyland Resort trips (we live less than 100 miles away) and hopefully visit Disney's new Aulani property in Hawaii.
Regardless, as soon as we return from this December's trip, I'll begin planning our 2013 WDW trip.
Planning is a major portion of the fun for me!
olinecoach61
Well-Known Member
We will be there July 2012! Counting the days already!