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Upcoming Fantasyland ReDesign
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Legacy
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I dunno. The Flying Unicorn/Hyppogryph is pretty intense.
kag1984
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I can't remember how long Universal has exclusive rights to the Kuka Robotic Arm, but ever since I saw that thing I thought it would be a great piece to use on an Aladdin attraction. Attach a flying carpet to the end of it and you could fly out over the set pieces... I think that would be awesome.
DisneyExplorer
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That would be a fun experience!
disneychic71
Member
I've always wished that Magic Kingdom would add a Matterhorn ride; it's a Disney classic and always very popular. I could never understand why this wasn't included in Florida!
aladdin2007
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I've always wished that Magic Kingdom would add a Matterhorn ride; it's a Disney classic and always very popular. I could never understand why this wasn't included in Florida!
I think at one point because it was planned for Epcot as part of a Switzerland pavilion. As for why it wasnt in the MK orginal plans back when the park was being designed Im not sure. Maybe because of Space Mountain being the main draw and focus here?
I think at one point because it was planned for Epcot as part of a Switzerland pavilion. As for why it wasnt in the MK orginal plans back when the park was being designed Im not sure. Maybe because of Space Mountain being the main draw and focus here?
PintoColvig
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They have one in Florida...It's called Expedition Everest. :drevil:
Rob562
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The Magic Kingdom's Space Mountain is essentially the Matterhorn indoors. The Florida Space Mountain was the second coaster built by Disney. A space rocket ride was an old idea of Walt's that was still hanging around. Plus with all the extra rain that Florida gets, they decided to put the track entirely indoors. Although it doesn't have the same layout as the Matterhorn, it's similar in its dual-track layout and in-line seating. And when SM first opened in Florida the seating was very much like the seating at the Matterhorn with pairs of riders in each seat.
After Florida's opened, it was then decided that for the SM that was to be built in Disneyland (which was going to be smaller), they would make a single track with more swoops than drops, and have the side-by-side seating. Plus, with the Matterhorn being only a couple hundred yards away, they couldn't have the exact same kind of ride, even if it was indoors and space themed.
-Rob
After Florida's opened, it was then decided that for the SM that was to be built in Disneyland (which was going to be smaller), they would make a single track with more swoops than drops, and have the side-by-side seating. Plus, with the Matterhorn being only a couple hundred yards away, they couldn't have the exact same kind of ride, even if it was indoors and space themed.
-Rob
kingslyZISSOU
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Am I the only one who thinks that an Alice in wonderland attraction should be in the works with this new Tim Burton film coming out in 2010? Seriously, everything he touches turns to Gold. I think it would be a wonderful addition to fantasyland that would attract visitors of all ages.
While on the subject of Tim Burton, has there been any more info on the Nightmare before Christmas attraction intended for DHS? I mean seriously, It has such a giant following. I'm still puzzled for why there isn't one already.
While on the subject of Tim Burton, has there been any more info on the Nightmare before Christmas attraction intended for DHS? I mean seriously, It has such a giant following. I'm still puzzled for why there isn't one already.
aladdin2007
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I would suggest a Sweeney Todd tie in but for some reason I don't think that would go over very well.
:ROFLOL:Yeah a blood covered animatronic of Johnny Depp I cant see going over too well, maybe at Universal it would.
:ROFLOL:Yeah a blood covered animatronic of Johnny Depp I cant see going over too well, maybe at Universal it would.
WildLodgeFan
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WildLodgeFan
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Though rumor has it that Depp is playing the Mad Hatter . . . .
On a OT drift - Helena is pretty much in ever film that Burton does these days, right? Had a friendly discussion about that recently and wondered if anybody could confirm. Makes me wonder what role she would play in Alice.
magicman1950
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Me thinks The Queen of Hearts would be right up her alley!
wvdisneyfamily
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Might as well follow that up with some Beverly...:hurl:
WildLodgeFan
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Indeed, that seemed the obvious one. She seems to like acting crazy characters . . . or is she really acting? :lookaroun
Dragonrider1227
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I'm not so sure about that. Disneyland didn't close the Teacups when Alice in Wonderland got a dark ride. Pooh has a dark ride AND a Playground in WDW so they might keep Snow White's dark ride. Especially if the mine coaster leans more towards the Dwarves rather than Snow White herself
aladdin2007
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I'm not so sure about that. Disneyland didn't close the Teacups when Alice in Wonderland got a dark ride. Pooh has a dark ride AND a Playground in WDW so they might keep Snow White's dark ride. Especially if the mine coaster leans more towards the Dwarves rather than Snow White herself
Maybe so, but think how perfect and fitting it is for a Beauty and the Beast ride in that location and so close to the castle, with the whole princess thing going on. I think that they may be thinking the Snow White ride is just dated and old, which it is and I would hate to see it go but at the same time a Beauty and the Beast ride would be perfect there.
Maybe so, but think how perfect and fitting it is for a Beauty and the Beast ride in that location and so close to the castle, with the whole princess thing going on. I think that they may be thinking the Snow White ride is just dated and old, which it is and I would hate to see it go but at the same time a Beauty and the Beast ride would be perfect there.
disneychic71
Member
True! And it's wonderful, but the Matterhorn is more my speed these days! Along a similar vein, I love the Indiana Jones ride at DL; does anyone know if there are any plans to bring one like it to DW (MK or DS)?
aladdin2007
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I love the Indiana Jones ride at DL; does anyone know if there are any plans to bring one like it to DW (MK or DS)?
There has been a long running rumor it would be added to DS maybe as a replacement to the stunt show in that location, but I dont think its happening anytime soon. Maybe one day hopefully.
There has been a long running rumor it would be added to DS maybe as a replacement to the stunt show in that location, but I dont think its happening anytime soon. Maybe one day hopefully.
Hobnail Boot
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One can only hope.