Toy Story Land

[sedati]

Quite a lot of people out in the sun.
I can remember even longer outdoor lines on earlier trips (our trips were always in July/August- quite a hot time.)

 

[Goofyernmost]

The biggest problem I have with Andy's backyard is that it's like the Imagineers never saw kids construct a city out of boxes, toys or legos. If they did they would have see that kids, when in charge of making their own world, make it quite organized. Everything has a purpose. They use everything at their disposal for the most part.
There are random Army men hidden about the park, but there is no reason for them to be where they are.
And why didn't the Imagineers put some fisher price toys or army men standing in line at the queues here and there with us. Andy would have those figures in line, and they would be great photo opportunities for the guests.

The Imagineers had some very nice touches like the popsicle stick fence and benches, and a few other things, but for the most part it just looks like they made it messy, cluttered and disorganized. I mean, they even have a drawing that Andy made out of crayon that maps out the entire area. If he is going to map it all out then why doesn't he make it organized? That's what kids do.

Sure they may have one or two little things thrown in there because they couldn't find another place for them, or they think they look cool, but in Toy Story Land it's just a bunch of stuff thrown and hung everywhere.

I find it to be a huge missed opportunity.

I have to wonder if you have ever seen a room after a kid gets done playing. Neat and Organized would be the absolute last adjectives that would even be thought. Make it Lego's and multiply by 1000.

 

[Fox&Hound]

I love this land and think it is a homerun (shade issues and lack of a dedicated store aside)....

 

[SourcererMark79]

The biggest problem I have with Andy's backyard is that it's like the Imagineers never saw kids construct a city out of boxes, toys or legos. If they did they would have see that kids, when in charge of making their own world, make it quite organized. Everything has a purpose. They use everything at their disposal for the most part.
There are random Army men hidden about the park, but there is no reason for them to be where they are.
And why didn't the Imagineers put some fisher price toys or army men standing in line at the queues here and there with us. Andy would have those figures in line, and they would be great photo opportunities for the guests.

The Imagineers had some very nice touches like the popsicle stick fence and benches, and a few other things, but for the most part it just looks like they made it messy, cluttered and disorganized. I mean, they even have a drawing that Andy made out of crayon that maps out the entire area. If he is going to map it all out then why doesn't he make it organized? That's what kids do.

Sure they may have one or two little things thrown in there because they couldn't find another place for them, or they think they look cool, but in Toy Story Land it's just a bunch of stuff thrown and hung everywhere.

I find it to be a huge missed opportunity.

This land had a lot of potential if TDO opened their wallet. We've heard from some insiders already that this project was scaled back for some reason.

I agree with @Mr Incredible there are a lot of small things to could have been added which would not have cost a lot of $$ but would greatly enhance the basic theming present.

 

[Damon7777]

I love this land and think it is a homerun

Agreed,
if we're talking about a Little League game.

This section can't cut it in the big leagues where the real talent shines.

 

[MisterPenguin]

Agreed,
if we're talking about a Little League game.

This section can't cut it in the big leagues where the real talent shines.

What if I hired someone to bribe all the coaches and referees?

 

[larryz]

Well, they already had to address the flimsy, easily breakable plastic fences and replace them with metal ones.

I imagine there will be a lot more shade for the queues and maybe a fuller roof for the eating area rather than rely on umbrellas.

Maybe they'll bring over a couple of Skyliner™ gondolas that people can cool off in...

 

[Damon7777]

Here's the deal:
If you're looking to build a land aimed at "families"(I have always questioned that word in this context...... as if family friendly has to mean young children) why not have a part of the land a properly themed out kid zone. Think Camp Jurassic, Boneyard, Redwood Creek Challenge Trail.
This "family friendly" land is devoid of such an obviously needed section.

 

[Damon7777]

What if I hired someone to bribe all the coaches and referees?

You'd still be left with a land bankrupt with shade, good eats, a superheadlining attraction, impressive models and facades, original ride ideas and an interesting motif/theme

 

[MisterPenguin]

Here's the deal:
If you're looking to build a land aimed at "families"(I have always questioned that word in this context...... as if family friendly has to mean young children) why not have a part of the land a properly themed out kid zone. Think Camp Jurassic, Boneyard, Redwood Creek Challenge Trail.
This "family friendly" land is devoid of such an obviously needed section.

I agree, there should have totally been a play area similar to HIStK. And a water pad.

"Ride the Toys!" is such a no brainer for a theme park and this IP. It could have been its own gate.

 

[World_Showcase_Lover007]

Who needs air conditioning when “air circulating” (aka standing outside and hoping for a breeze) works just as well? At least when standing outside in a queue, you aren’t trapped in a box thirty feet up with “air circulation” lol.

But in all seriousness, Disney either completely dropped the ball with the unshaded queues or they simply don’t care. I don’t want to stand in the heat if it’s avoidable. I can’t imagine it was fun baking in the Central Florida sun back in the 80s, and it’s not fun now.

 

[NickMaio]

Who needs air conditioning when “air circulating” (aka standing outside and hoping for a breeze) works just as well? At least when standing outside in a queue, you aren’t trapped in a box thirty feet up with “air circulation” lol.

But in all seriousness, Disney either completely dropped the ball with the unshaded queues or they simply don’t care. I don’t want to stand in the heat if it’s avoidable. I can’t imagine it was fun baking in the Central Florida sun back in the 80s, and it’s not fun now.

Disney's revenue in the 80's made sense for the cheapness.
Their revenue over the past 20 years makes TSL a complete and total after thought.

 

[kevhugh]

Side note: Getting my first visit to Toy Story Land at the moment. Rope dropped Slinky, made it within sight of the loading area aaaaannnd, Thunderstorm stoppage. I haven’t seen enough this morning to offer an educated opinion. Hopefully this will pass and I can see it better then.

 

[Trackmaster]

How about we put the entire theme park indoors and just make it one big giant mall? Who needs stinkin' fresh air and sunlight?