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Rumor concerning Phil Holmes
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WDW1974
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Seriously? You can't even compare Merf's insane ramblings to '74.
Thanks.
I'd like to think my insane ramblings are at least unique ... and magical too!
jt04
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jt04
Well-Known Member
But you used Merf as a source that Phil is gone :veryconfu
Animaniac93-98
Well-Known Member
New ceiling tiles or something? My roof sure doesn't get that much attention.
Edit: Still wondering who the new guy might be if Phil goes, any source on that?
Edit: Still wondering who the new guy might be if Phil goes, any source on that?
WDW1974
Well-Known Member
Uhm ... no, JT.
I mentioned that he posted on LP.com that Phil was indeed gone.
I still have no idea whether he is or isn't. I don't name my sources and they are people I know.
To me, Merf and you are interchangable ... strangers on an Internet Disney fan site.
Only you like to jump out of moving attractions ... does Merfy?
jt04
Well-Known Member
I used to jump out of moving attractions.
Now merf, on the other hand, was more famous for scaling walls and materializing on the other side of locked doors. All with his trusty camera by his side.
docandsix
Active Member
Just got back from Disneyland...
Observations tangentially pertinent to this thread:
-It's a beautiful little park; Main Street is probably a little nicer and somehow less obnoxiously commercial than in Orlando.
-Overall, I would not concede that Disneyland is better maintained than the Magic Kingdom, though it seem to feature fewer empty/seasonal buildings, which are a constant irritant for me in the Florida parks.
-The improvements planned and already being implemented for DCA give me hope for the Disney brand in general, and the imagineers especially; and yes, I know the two coasts have different management teams, priorities, and philosophies, etc.
-There is already way too much Jack Skellington at Disneyland; I think I would vomit if subjected to a whole ride (or overlay) in his honor.
-I personally went over 20 years between visits to Disneyland's Haunted Mansion, as it was closed for re-furbishment or overlay tear-down the last two times I visited before last week. I survived, recognized the necessity of it, and didn't complain once. I think WDW's management overestimates the annoyance they'd experience from guests for closing attractions from time to time. And I happen also to agree with WDW1974's opinion that management's seeming refusal to close attractions simply feeds the average guest's expectations and demands that all attractions are open always for every visit.
-On the other hand, notwithstanding WDW1974's aversion to the Dining Plan and its evident impact on the quality of food in Orlando, the food that my family and I ate in Anaheim last week without exception paled in comparison to the cuisine we enjoyed (both counter service and sit-down) at WDW during our last several visits, all on the plan.
Observations tangentially pertinent to this thread:
-It's a beautiful little park; Main Street is probably a little nicer and somehow less obnoxiously commercial than in Orlando.
-Overall, I would not concede that Disneyland is better maintained than the Magic Kingdom, though it seem to feature fewer empty/seasonal buildings, which are a constant irritant for me in the Florida parks.
-The improvements planned and already being implemented for DCA give me hope for the Disney brand in general, and the imagineers especially; and yes, I know the two coasts have different management teams, priorities, and philosophies, etc.
-There is already way too much Jack Skellington at Disneyland; I think I would vomit if subjected to a whole ride (or overlay) in his honor.
-I personally went over 20 years between visits to Disneyland's Haunted Mansion, as it was closed for re-furbishment or overlay tear-down the last two times I visited before last week. I survived, recognized the necessity of it, and didn't complain once. I think WDW's management overestimates the annoyance they'd experience from guests for closing attractions from time to time. And I happen also to agree with WDW1974's opinion that management's seeming refusal to close attractions simply feeds the average guest's expectations and demands that all attractions are open always for every visit.
-On the other hand, notwithstanding WDW1974's aversion to the Dining Plan and its evident impact on the quality of food in Orlando, the food that my family and I ate in Anaheim last week without exception paled in comparison to the cuisine we enjoyed (both counter service and sit-down) at WDW during our last several visits, all on the plan.
imagineer boy
Well-Known Member
Ah, good ol merf. :lol: Joined now among the ranks of the most legendary banned members.
BTW steve, is Thrawn number 2 on the most reported to moderator list? Just curious. :lol:
hrcollectibles
Active Member
But don't guests also make once in a lifetime trips to Disneyland? I for one would have no problem if they did this overlay. How was attendance impacted when the Haunted Mansion at the Magic Kingdom was down for the refurbishment? I do agree that having the Yeti in "B" mode is bad show. I think the reason they (Walt Disney Company Team Orlando) do not want to have Expedition Everest down is because it is one of, if not the main draw for that park.
MissK
New Member
Oh I have no doubts the resort is still a wonderful place to visit, I'm planning on spending 9 days there in 2011. My thinking however is that the general WDW public who don't post on these boards really don't think the executives aren't doing a good job. MK is still the most visited amusement park in the world right? I'm not saying refubrishments aren't necessary (in fact I'm sorta surprised more stuff isn't shut down annually for x amount of months for upkeep) but I think the general WDW going person couldn't tell you that the Yeti was in B mode, hence why certain execs still do the "status quo."
Then again as I've said I haven't been to WDW in 20 years. ANY trip I go on there will be better then my first and only trip so far. I've been to Disneyland (and am going back this year for my 30th birthday) and next year I plan on going to Tokyo Disneyland & Disney sea. That of course is going to suck cause honestly I don't think WDW can outdo the super awesome that Japan has in 2 years, in this crap economy. They're more then welcome to try though!! :lol::sohappy:
hrcollectibles
Active Member
That's because by the time they were adding Nemo to Disney attractions, 20,000 Leagues Under The Sea ride at the Magic Kingdom was under Pooh's Playful spot.
ClemsonTigger
Naturally Grumpy
Just like nails on blackboard is just another sound....
Even the Inquirer would hesitate to use him as a source.
SirGoofy
Member
Unfortunately a good number of people do notice these problems.
CBOMB
Active Member
Would you please stop. I have been trying to suspend any logical thought process while reading this thread.Yes, it's hideous idea to bring something new and exciting to a park that has been virtually unchanged for 15 years.
It does make one wonder about the short length of Mr. MacPhee's tenure as VP of Epcot. As I understand it, he was very popular with the CM's also.
CBOMB
Active Member
Merf gets mentioned so often here that he could possibly be someone famous or infamous, depending on who was making the comment. He post very little on LP. His post last night was the first I remember from him in a very long time. I believe there were two other banned members from here posting in the same thread.I didn't realize that Merf was so "well loved" before he got booted. :zipit:
(Please see my last post on the infamous merf expulsion thread.)
Also I've never heard of anotherdisneyplace.com. I hope he enjoys his new found place on the interwebz!!1111one
I'm not going to touch that. I'm still trying to get that Bloody Mary out of
Seriously? You can't even compare Merf's insane ramblings to '74.
'74.
PhotoDave219
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Thought that was me especially after that Birthday thread a couple of weeks ago....
GymLeaderPhil
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tirian
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WDW is riding the coattails of its marvelous past. It's still a great place, but the current WDP&R execs have no vi$ion other than $$$. More than any other theme park, Disney parks have to be run by people who care about the product and heritage itself, not just money; otherwise the parks are called Six Flags. It's a business, but Disney created this problem for itself with its legendary commitment to quality.
Computer Magic
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You have to actually get banned to capture that honorThought that was me especially after that Birthday thread a couple of weeks ago....