WSJ: Even Disney Is Worried About The High Cost Of A Disney Vacation (gift link)

[monothingie]

If they are so aware of it, why aren't they doing anything about it?

Hubris

PIN codes do nothing to bring disgruntled guests back who will only experience the same thing that ticked them off in the first place.

The fundamental ethos of the company has not changed, in fact it's only getting worse.

When you tick off your most loyal customers and they don't come back, it's only a matter of time before the normies catch on. (And we are there right now)

 

[Agent H]

I gave my own opinion. As always.

The parks are probably declining in enjoyment but I believe that’s primarily due to constantly rising prices.

Some people enjoyed the parks more years ago but there are many who enjoy them equally or even more now, depending on what they’re looking for.

I tend not to do much in the way of comparing what was to what is now. Others prefer to focus on that aspect. There’s nothing wrong with pining for the fjords; it just isn’t my way.

IMO if weren’t for the current economy and the LLs upfront costs wouldn’t be that much of a problem.

 

[monothingie]

I gave my own opinion. As always.

The parks are probably declining in enjoyment but I believe that’s primarily due to constantly rising prices.

Some people enjoyed the parks more years ago but there are many who enjoy them equally or even more now, depending on what they’re looking for.

I tend not to do much in the way of comparing what was to what is now. Others prefer to focus on that aspect. There’s nothing wrong with pining for the fjords; it just isn’t my way.

Here's a twist.

I would pay more for a great overall experience if it didn't mean having to be hit with magical upcharges at every turn.

 

[Chi84]

Here's a twist.

I would pay more for a great overall experience if it didn't mean having to be hit with magical upcharges at every turn.

Do you mean the LLs? Which upcharges are you referring to?

 

[Agent H]

Be afraid…we agree again

 

[mkt]

Why they're worrying. I applaud the price rises - keeps the riff raff out.

The key is to stop the locals on annual passes coming in day in day out causing chaos.

Who hurt you?

 

[Agent H]

Who hurt you?

Pass holders apparently.

 

[Tha Realest]

If they are so aware of it, why aren't they doing anything about it?

Disney is like the unfaithful spouse worried their partner is going to catch them cheating.

Mind you, they don’t care enough to stop the behavior - they just don’t want others to notice, and don’t want to get caught.

Everyone knows what can be done to reverse that trend; they just refuse to do it.

 

[DonniePeverley]

Disney is like the unfaithful spouse worried their partner is going to catch them cheating.

Mind you, they don’t care enough to stop the behavior - they just don’t want others to notice, and don’t want to get caught.

Everyone knows what can be done to reverse that trend; they just refuse to do it.

If you notice this thread. It's just locals upset they can't come and use the park daily for a walk, as a garden, and a place to chill with mates.

When you have guests in this scenario the daily count makes no difference. A local entering the park on an annual pass, with food in their bag, a bottle in their bag, then sits on the lawn and consumes the meal in a nice setting, then takes ona a ride (thus contributing the queus) - brings in no net positive to Disney. The key is overall revenue, not attendence figures.

They then expect Disney to dispose of their trash.