Official 2017 D23 Expo Thread

[rteetz]

The idea of the rumored 50 enhancements for the 50th anniversary is starting to make sense. This is only the beginning.

 

[TheMaxRebo]

Yep, this was confirmed in the DPB. Both GMR and UoE will close that day.

Thanks - I had seen mentionnabout GMR but not UoE

Maybe because much more interest in getting "one last ride" on GMR vs UoE

 

[rteetz]

Thanks - I had seen mentionnabout GMR but not UoE

Maybe because much more interest in getting "one last ride" on GMR vs UoE

True. I am interested to see how quickly things get started.

 

[karly05]

What I would like to see at the new MK theatre is a proper stage show - some have mentioned the DL Aladdin show, and I would say something like that. I like Nemo and the old HoND show at DHS, too. Whatever property they use, something "musical theatre."

There is still one more thing that EPCOT really needs, so simple they could have it open this year, but it has been high on my wish list for years: dear Disney, can we ever please just get a QS kiosk in Canada for selling beer-cheese soup and pretzel bread?

 

[crazy4wdw]

In the explanation of the plans they had for Epcot, they said they were responding to what their customers were asking for. One of those things was to make Epcot "more Disney."

I hope you're joking...

Disney said the same thing years ago when they ditched the early morning park entry for hotel guests and replaced it with characters in the hotel lobby. This was because of guest surveys and requests according to Disney. This change didn't last long because of actual guest dissatisfaction after the change was made.

 

[MickeyMinnieMom]

Disney said the same thing years ago when they ditched the early morning park entry for hotel guests and replaced it with characters in the hotel lobby. This was because of guest surveys and requests according to Disney. This change didn't last long because of actual guest dissatisfaction after the change was made.

When did they do this? Sounds nutty to me!

 

[hillg1868]

NOT impressed with the whole "disney skyway" its more of crowding the sky. Why arent boats and buses good enough? Also a "minnievan" service? cmon....with that said....i hope the imagineers are cracking their knuckles with tron, GOTG, and Hollywood studios.
Also a star wars themed resort? meh....i like star wars but not enough to be sleeping in a resort themed for it. Same reason i dont stay at the contemporary, its too much like a hyatt or hilton

 

[amberpi]

Also a star wars themed resort? meh....i like star wars but not enough to be sleeping in a resort themed for it. Same reason i dont stay at the contemporary, its too much like a hyatt or hilton

Plenty of people are stoked about the experience. And plenty of people love the CR. Different strokes...

 

[Andrew015]

I don't know too many Hyatt's/Hilton's with trains running through their belly, firework views from theroof top, or in 5 minute walking distance to MK.

 

[Tonyz]

Any ideas when construction to Epcot's spine starts? I'm hoping it's not early September.

 

[I'm a foo fighter]

Direct quotes from marni1971 over at wdwmagic on a couple opening dates.


GOTG: Just incase anyone asks, and before other sites jump on it, this is currently projected to open spring 2021
Mickey: Before other sites jump on it and claim the credit, the Mickey ride is currently scheduled to open fall 2019

 

[Megan @ Wit & Wander]

So if Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge is opening in Disneyland first, do we think that means it won't be open for Summer 2019 at Disney World?

 

[MaC410]

NOT impressed with the whole "disney skyway" its more of crowding the sky. Why arent boats and buses good enough?

Gondolas are popping up in urban environments as a way to help alleviate congestion with public transportation. Buses and boats are nice but can sometimes be very slow means of transportation with big wait times to even get on them. Gondolas are nice because it's pretty much a constantly moving system with more direct paths, no stopping to pick up more passengers and no traffic.

 

[rteetz]

Any ideas when construction to Epcot's spine starts? I'm hoping it's not early September.

Probably not this year but that is just a guess from me.

 

[rteetz]

NOT impressed with the whole "disney skyway" its more of crowding the sky. Why arent boats and buses good enough? Also a "minnievan" service? cmon....with that said....i hope the imagineers are cracking their knuckles with tron, GOTG, and Hollywood studios.
Also a star wars themed resort? meh....i like star wars but not enough to be sleeping in a resort themed for it. Same reason i dont stay at the contemporary, its too much like a hyatt or hilton

WDW is a city. They need to move thousands of people at any given time and gondolas will help that. Buses can only do so much and boats are slow and expensive.

 

[Andrew015]

WDW is a city. They need to move thousands of people at any given time and gondolas will help that. Buses can only do so much and boats are slow and expensive.

I'm not an expert in gondola systems, but I'd have to believe that maintenance will be minimal as compared to an aging and expanding bus fleet.

 

[rteetz]

I'm not an expert in gondola systems, but I'd have to believe that maintenance will be minimal as compared to an aging and expanding bus fleet.

And if they go with the detachable gondolas they will be easy to remove and replace when needed.

 

[Disney Bear]

Really happy with most of these - to be honest just happy we are getting so much! But has anyone worked out if the people mover is safe? I love that little ride.

 

[merry_nbright]

Hmm do you think there will be some animatronics in Great Mickey Ride and Guardians? I mean, why else would it take SO LONG for them to open?

 

[joelkfla]

NOT impressed with the whole "disney skyway" its more of crowding the sky. Why arent boats and buses good enough? Also a "minnievan" service? cmon....with that said....i hope the imagineers are cracking their knuckles with tron, GOTG, and Hollywood studios.
Also a star wars themed resort? meh....i like star wars but not enough to be sleeping in a resort themed for it. Same reason i dont stay at the contemporary, its too much like a hyatt or hilton

Ok, you say you don't like the SW concept because it's too heavily themed, and you don't like the CR because it's not themed enough -- and it's the same thing?