DisneyFan18
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As a kid, I was obsessed with Surfs Up, I got all the Happy Meal toys and everythingI suppose the question remains which penguin movie is your favorite? Happy Feet, Surfs Up or The Pebble and the Penguin?
As a kid, I was obsessed with Surfs Up, I got all the Happy Meal toys and everythingI suppose the question remains which penguin movie is your favorite? Happy Feet, Surfs Up or The Pebble and the Penguin?
Pandas are fine in and of themselves and my first time checking them off my list was super exciting, but it's the fact that the Chinese government owns all of the pandas in the world (except the pair at the Mexico City Zoo that were gifts) and it's a $2 million/year rent for each panda, including any born from rented pandas, therefore, having a breeding pair (when they freaking breed, they're useless at it) and a single cub runs you about $6 million every year you have them, then once they grow up, you have to ship them back to China on your own dime as well. When there are so many animals far more endangered and far easier to keep, I, and many others, just find them a total waste of space and money.Apparently a lot of people deep in the zoo community are do not love pandas due to their popularity, but I am personally so excited to go see my first panda next month at Atlanta!
All that being said, I'd absolutely make sure to get to those pandas, but I'd do it later in the day, don't rush to them as that's what everyone does and it forms huge crowds. I'd rope drop the zoo (assuming you only have one day) and hit the indoor exhibits first. I'm not sure what Atlanta Zoo's current Covid-19 protocol is, but if buildings are limited capacity, the lines build up later in the day. Also, lunch either early or late as you want to waste as little time possible in lines because Atlanta is insanely huge. Easily one of the best in the country and I'd personally want to hit every inch of it haha(Would live any tips from other zoo lovers on how to apporach the Atlanta Zoo, @PerGron any advice?)
Sounds very pricy! I can see why they're not more often seen in collections then, but does the Red Panda fall in the same category or just the Giant Panda?Pandas are fine in and of themselves and my first time checking them off my list was super exciting, but it's the fact that the Chinese government owns all of the pandas in the world (except the pair at the Mexico City Zoo that were gifts) and it's a $2 million/year rent for each panda, including any born from rented pandas, therefore, having a breeding pair (when they freaking breed, they're useless at it) and a single cub runs you about $6 million every year you have them, then once they grow up, you have to ship them back to China on your own dime as well. When there are so many animals far more endangered and far easier to keep, I, and many others, just find them a total waste of space and money.
Thanks for the tips going to apply them when we go! We're going to have breakfast at our hotel, and rope drop the zoo as you said. Likely we will have lunch afterwards as the zoo closes at 3 PM on the day we're going; we'll likely head to the pandas at around 2 PM. It's perfect for us as we plan on going to the Atlanta Aquarium right after as it closes at 9 PM. Any tips for the aquarium as well?All that being said, I'd absolutely make sure to get to those pandas, but I'd do it later in the day, don't rush to them as that's what everyone does and it forms huge crowds. I'd rope drop the zoo (assuming you only have one day) and hit the indoor exhibits first. I'm not sure what Atlanta Zoo's current Covid-19 protocol is, but if buildings are limited capacity, the lines build up later in the day. Also, lunch either early or late as you want to waste as little time possible in lines because Atlanta is insanely huge. Easily one of the best in the country and I'd personally want to hit every inch of it haha
Red pandas are rarely seen outside of the AZA, but it does happen and they're significantly cheaper, a few thousand maybe?Sounds very pricy! I can see why they're not more often seen in collections then, but does the Red Panda fall in the same category or just the Giant Panda?
Thanks for the tips going to apply them when we go! We're going to have breakfast at our hotel, and rope drop the zoo as you said. Likely we will have lunch afterwards as the zoo closes at 3 PM on the day we're going; we'll likely head to the pandas at around 2 PM. It's perfect for us as we plan on going to the Atlanta Aquarium right after as it closes at 9 PM. Any tips for the aquarium as well?
Would this also cover the spinning honey pots attraction (next door I believe) or just the dark ride?Prompt 10
Oh Pooh
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For this challenge we board or planes and head over Shanghai Disneyland were a unique problem has popped up due to censorship laws. Winnie the Pooh, just the character none of his friends, is banned from Chinese media which is evident in the most recent Kingdom Hearts game in which Pooh is merely a white blob! With this rather unfortunate occurrence in China it places the existing Winnie the Pooh ride in Shanghai in a sticky predicament that we're about to unsticky!
-Challenge-
Create a new traditional Fantasyland dark ride to replace The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh in Shanghai Disneyland.
-Rules-
You may use up one to two sentences and up to 1 image. The deadline is Wednesday, June 30th at 10:00 PM EST.
-Bonus Challenge-
For an additional point, include a special effect within your ride. This can be 3D screens, Pepper's Ghost, Smellitizers, water sprays, unique vehicle movements at points, etc. just any additional special effect to really make this ride pop!
-Tips-
K.I.S.S. – Keep it simple, silly. Try not to complicate or overthink things too much. It’s a simple, casual competition – there are no eliminations. Propose as you please, let your imagination soar!
-Judging Criteria-
Is it creative?
Is it (generally) realistic?
Does it fit thematically/visually?
Good luck everyone! If you have questions, please feel free to ask! Enjoy!
Juts the dark ride needs to be replacedWould this also cover the spinning honey pots attraction (next door I believe) or just the dark ride?
Paint The Pooh Animatronics White & Add Lights To Them (This Isn’t My Real Submission Don’t Count This)Prompt 10
Oh Pooh
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For this challenge we board or planes and head over Shanghai Disneyland were a unique problem has popped up due to censorship laws. Winnie the Pooh, just the character none of his friends, is banned from Chinese media which is evident in the most recent Kingdom Hearts game in which Pooh is merely a white blob! With this rather unfortunate occurrence in China it places the existing Winnie the Pooh ride in Shanghai in a sticky predicament that we're about to unsticky!
-Challenge-
Create a new traditional Fantasyland dark ride to replace The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh in Shanghai Disneyland.
-Rules-
You may use up one to two sentences and up to 1 image. The deadline is Wednesday, June 30th at 10:00 PM EST.
-Bonus Challenge-
For an additional point, include a special effect within your ride. This can be 3D screens, Pepper's Ghost, Smellitizers, water sprays, unique vehicle movements at points, etc. just any additional special effect to really make this ride pop!
-Tips-
K.I.S.S. – Keep it simple, silly. Try not to complicate or overthink things too much. It’s a simple, casual competition – there are no eliminations. Propose as you please, let your imagination soar!
-Judging Criteria-
Is it creative?
Is it (generally) realistic?
Does it fit thematically/visually?
Good luck everyone! If you have questions, please feel free to ask! Enjoy!
-Challenge-
Create a new traditional Fantasyland dark ride to replace The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh in Shanghai Disneyland.
That’s because she does!She looks like she owns EVERYTHING, why else would she be on top of the desk if it were not handle her many many duties?
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