rreading
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It would make sense as an option to get guests from AKL to AK. I understand they've had other considerations as well - but certainly something would be nice.
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It would make sense as an option to get guests from AKL to AK. I understand they've had other considerations as well - but certainly something would be nice.
nbar
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doctornick
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In general, I think the biggest failing with the master planning if WDW is not having more resorts and “stuff” walking distance. This would help to alleviate some of the transportation needs and congestion.
In particular, for example, why isn’t AKL next to the entrance of DAK and walkable? I’m sure there’s argument about the animal areas at both, but that could have certainly been overcome. And it would have enhanced the dining options at DAK which were quite limited for years.
Same things could be said for maybe putting (say) the water parks next to resorts.
And the Epcot monorail line has buildable space along it. Why not a “fill in” station with a resort along the way?
In particular, for example, why isn’t AKL next to the entrance of DAK and walkable? I’m sure there’s argument about the animal areas at both, but that could have certainly been overcome. And it would have enhanced the dining options at DAK which were quite limited for years.
Same things could be said for maybe putting (say) the water parks next to resorts.
And the Epcot monorail line has buildable space along it. Why not a “fill in” station with a resort along the way?
There was a proposal for a resort (DVC if I recall) near the MK auto plaza on the Epcot line. This is the only suitable place land management / swamp wise.
UNCgolf
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I wonder if there were environmental/regulatory reasons for not building more things close together.
mattpeto
Member
Plus, AK has the freedom to expand if needed.
I would think skyliner would eventually come to AK to AKL.
That and a lot of the land Disney owns is unbuildable, or so swampy that while you could technically make it work the costs can’t be justified when you could just build nearby. Disney has put in footers only to watch them sink more than once.
dreday3
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I'm terrified of sinkholes. An irrational fear? Yes. But reading this brought it back to the surface...
SplashZander
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Do I have a higher chance of Mickey taking all my money or falling in a sinkhole?
dreday3
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What are my chances of being on Spaceship Earth and a sinkhole opening up and swallowing us all?
Or to keep on topic, what if I'm on Ratatouille?
(yes, I've thought about this)
DisneyEthan
Member
Hey I am new to this side of the forums so, sorry if this has been asked recently, but any updated timetable for when Ratatouille might open?
Am I correct that sinkholes that eat roads and buildings are typically more related to unanticipated changes in water flow vs building on soft land?
Soon!
Depending who you believe, “any day now” to mid March. Most here believe the people saying mid March.
networkpro
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UNCgolf
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I wouldn't call it giving in. Nothing wrong with preferring the Skyliner.
I actually hate the Skyliner and wouldn't ride it except as an absolute last resort (which is why I have no plans to ever stay at any of the Skyliner resorts) and would much rather have an expanded (and upgraded) monorail, but it's all personal preference.
jaxonp
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I didn’t like it at first but it’s really grown on me. There’s almost never a wait and if there is it’s not very long. I’ve only been stuck twice but that was when it first launched. I personally think they need it to run to Disney springs yesterday.
Surferboy567
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I also really like the Skyliner (although I have only rode it a handful of times).
Wouldn’t say I prefer it over the monorail both are great transportation options.
Wouldn’t say I prefer it over the monorail both are great transportation options.
SplashZander
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In its current state, I definitely prefer the Skyliner. Currently, the monorail just has too many glaring, yet fixable, flaws.
From overcrowding to slow transit times, the monorail has become a pain, especially when with a wheelchair.
The Skyliner is a quick, peaceful, and oftentimes private journey.
Overall, it is a very enjoyable experience. My first ride was with two extreme skeptics, but they both walked away pleasantly surprised.