Details, details, details! You won't believe it. They thought of everything on this ride, and it's spectacular. The special effects are amazing. Interesting and alluring from start to finish. Can't say enough good things about this ride.
I am reminded of Disney World everywhere I go. I cannot get enough of it! This section of The Magic Kingdom is a perfect example. The theming is just perfect. The atmosphere is relaxing to me. I can close my eyes and hear the music playing and smell the food. It's a beautiful place, probably my favorite part of the MK. Of course, it doesn't hurt that it holds 2 terrific coasters, Splash Mountain and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad! :)
I've been on a lot, and it's not always about the extreme highs, veritical drops, and loop after loop. It's about a solid, fun experience full of surprises and of course, Disney detail. This ride is amazing. Went 6 times in a row last year with no wait, I was in Heaven! I don't care if the Yeti is working or not (though it would be a sweet bonus if it was!).
It's a masterpiece. A perfect symbol of everything there is to love about WDW.
Needs a little updating when it reaches the modern day, but an other perfect ride that will always remind me of my first trip to WDW in 2009. I was blown away by the whole experience, and this attraction is a very special part of that. There's always a great big beautiful tomorrow if you're going to be at Disney World!
I don't like saying there is anything about WDW that I hate, but I gotta go there with this "ride". Not the least bit entertaining. Boring, annoying, and just plain stupid. What a waste of space... I really wish they'd put something worthwhile in that spot, it's a prime location in Fantasyland!
I liked this show a lot, and it really educates you. However it's a less exzciting attraction and I wouldn't call it a MUST do for families.
This ride sucks. It is HORRIBLE. You just wait in line to get to this ride where all you do is sit down in the dark with this horrible smell being sprayed around the room. This NEEDS to go.
I honestly like this ride. It's pretty interesting. Would go on it again for sure.
This is a great ride. It's so fast and exciting!
I LOVE this ride. Disney really did good wiith this one. The overall experience was great. Can't wait to go back on it.
The ride is just....boring. Nothing fun in it at all.
I love this ride. Even though the line to it always seems to be kind of long it is worth the wait 100%. It was one of the best roller coasters i've been on.
When I first went on the ride I thought that it looked pretty fun. I was wrong. To me the ride just jerked you around and had no fun in it at all. That's just my opinion. They could replace it with something much better.
I only went on the ride once, and don't plan on going on it again. It's not that it was SO bad or anything, but to me it seemed quite boring.
I am so glad that this ride was built. It's probably one of the only reasons why I go to AK. Worth the wait.
Love going to this ride, Everytime we visit WDW we always end up going here. It's one of the few rides that the whole family is willing to go on.
The Haunted Mansion has almost everything a great attraction should. It is accessible -- and appealing -- to all ages. It has intense attention to detail and immersive theming. It has super-high capacity, keeping its wait times down, and also gives an experience on the longer side; perhaps the best reward-for-wait attraction out there. It even features catchy music. The only thing you could ask for is more thrill, but if the result is no height restriction, it's hard to complain with everything else it has to offer.
Not too bad of a show. Creative, often very funny, and a hit with kids. Shows can vary on trips, so it has some re-rideability (watchability?).
One of the few rides at blizzard beach that doesn't just go down. 3 waterslides total 2 are for double tubes and are not dark but still fun and provide a nice long ride. 1 for single tubes only is pitch black and moves very fast it also has a rather large drop at the end (or at least it feels like it in the dark) not for people who are scared of the dark. Overall it is a great slide.
This walkthrough attraction is a must do for any visitor to the Magic Kingdom who is physically able to climb the stairs. It's such a charming place to explore, view all the details and image yourself living in this magical treehouse. I love the water system that pulls from the stream below and follows an intricate pipeline down to the family kitchen. This is truly imagineering to its finest. A treasure of the Magic Kingdom.
This show is a true icon of the Magic Kingdom. The waiting area alone has a remarkable collection of real artifacts owned by US Presidents. The waiting room also usually has knowledgeable cast members. Look for James, he has an endless knowledge of presidential trivia. The current show, narrated by Morgan Freeman is very emotional. Highlighting the most influential and important presidents of years past, the video/photo montage is beautifully done. Last but not least, the animatronics are remarkable. The ones with primary speaking roles include Abraham Lincoln, George Washington and Barack Obama. Unfortunately for many families, kids may not have the patience to enjoy this 25 minutes show. For those who have the opportunity, don't miss this treasure of an attraction.
It is my favorite ride! It is better then Dumbo because you can move it upward and downward.Which makes you feel like your in a real magic carpet. It is tons of fun and a must do on every trip.
The whole show leaves you speechless! It is just amazing!
Fun for all ages, theres action around every corner! Plus the atmosphere is great and clean!
Most AMAZING shoiw I have ever scene! Makes you truley believe in magic again just for a second. And it's a pretty long show however it flies by! LOVE IT!!!!!!
Wasn't expecting much but really impressed me:) Had a lot of fun at our tournament we had there!
Ambiance is AMAZING! Rides are all clean and really fun!
Park is a lot of fun to go there and spend a day or couple! Fantasmic really gives it a grand ending however I did minus a star because it's a little unorganized, despite that it's a heck load of fun!!!
Really makes the hollywood feel reaklistic, pretty cool to walk through.
It is a great ride for young kids there is usually about a 5 to 10 minute wait at peak season mabye about a 20 min wait. figment is a great disney charachter but isn't well known he is super funny.
May not be the most popular or thrilling attraction but is a must do for the whole family and in hot water the air conditioning feels great.The backwards part is a unique experience on a water ride but is very fun. Kids will love it!!!! It is well lit so those afraid of the dark will not have a problem with the ride. But the trolls might scare some so if you have small children I advise you don't sit in the front.The movie at the end is very loud and not fun I think a better way to show the movie would to use it as a pre-ride movie to make the wait less daunting. The Maelstrom is a ride that I hope will never leave Epcot but a few updates would be nice
When i went to ak and saw the amount of small kids (around ages 5-7) laughing and wanting to go again it showed that although the ride is a thrill it is a family thrill. A must do at ak. P.S. when i went i did not know if it goes upside down or not in the backwards part does anyone know???
The wave pool at TyphoonLagoon is more popular but not as safe for kids with the large waves. Here the water is shallow and kids have a blast
After a long day walking around the park it is nice to sit down and rest while you are brought to your'e next destination
All though el rio del tiempo was a lot more calm and informational it made kids bored. in the new version with the Three Caballeros kids seem more excited to go on and it is more whimsical and just feels more like Disney. Hint: on hot Florida days it is a good ride to do because it is inside and air conditioned An all around good ride.
the ride is claustrophobic, makes you sick, and has insane wait times. I would rather ride test Track (right next to Mission: SPACE )
The tower of terror is a great ride that supplies thrills throughout the whole ride expierience but small children might not react well to sudden drops. if you want to make sure your kids could handle drops I would try Splash Mountain or Expedition Everest first.
this slide is the most popular and proboblay the most visited slide in the park. If you get there in the morning it is smooth sailing and you usually get to try 2 out of the 3 slide paths without any wait. If you get there anytime after 12:00 pm forget it once the park reaches peak times during the day a wait to get a tube is at least 10 min.
What was the purpose of this ride?!?!,!,!!?!?
A great coaster for the whole family
I like the conception of hyperion wharf,last year i thought pleasure island looked tired and this artists impressions looks very exciting,hope it comes off.
I have no idea why Disney had intentions for demolishing this attraction. It was a truly magical experience since you first walked into sliding doors. Sure it's a little corny, but the nostalgia factor on this ride was gigantic! I was so surprised that Disney removed this ride! It's like the Pirates of the Caribbean of Epcot. Seriously disney what were you thinking? I loved the orange smell on the ride, very similar to the smell in Soarin'. The least Disney could do is release some commemorative merchandise of the ride.
It was amazing how this ride made you actually feel like you were launching into space! You could feel your face literally being pulled back. Great for thrill lovers! I strongly suggest the Green-or milder version, for the kids and seniors. I also like this ride because there is hardly a wait time.
Don't be fooled! This attraction is basically a preview for an old movie, and I'm very happy this attraction closed down. It really was a waste of space.
Sure the ride gives you a taste of thrill, but much of the effects I remember from this ride don't work anymore. (especially the last incline.) But it's a really fun ride, and if you don't remember the old one then you'll find it to be perfect. Be warned cause this here's the wildest ride in the wilderness!
This show is my childhood. I swear the Country Bear Jamboree has always been a tradition to visit once during my Walt Disney World vacations! Now as a regular (visiting WDW almost 5 times a month) I haven't really visited the Jamboree in a while. So I decided to see the show. It was even better! It's one of those rides that grow on you when you grow up. The Country Bears holds a special place in my heart. Hopefully this attraction will never leave, and I really do hope they bring back the Christmas special!
I love this ride. Went on it twice last visit!
Education and fun all in one!
The Bears never get old!!
This is not ground breaking by any means. However, if you ever saw this as a kid you'll take quite a nice trip down memory lane. I hadn't seen this since roughly 1992, and I got to see it again this year. I was thrilled, and I felt like a 12 year old again.
It's so bad, they pin you to your seat so you can't leave.
The Treehouse is an essential Adventureland experience. If Tomorrowland has a futuristic, magnetised, automated transport to show you the land from above, Adventureland has got exploration on foot, and glimpses through the exotic treetop over the neighboring land. Great fun, a must see for those with an appetite for exploration and an appreciation of detail.
Now that the water cannons are turned off It's not Quite Splash anymore..more like Trickle Mt. is more appropriate. Very disappointed with Splash now. They took away the funnest part of the ride!
I'm sure EVERYONE does not agree with my own opinion, but.. I just hate this ride. Partly because of the ride it replaced, and boring to me
This ride is actually really quite fun, but ONLY when it's really hot outside and you're finding a place to cool off. Most people don't like this ride, probably because they don't ever feel like getting soaked, it's really fun tho. You can't find a better rapids ride at any other theme park. Well, maybe at Island of Adventure...
In all reviews, I would love to say that it's a nice, slow, relaxing ride. Like the former ride it replaced. Unfortunately, the loud sound of Donald and his two companions are filled through the whole ride. You're hearing Donald Duck all over the place and it's just so hectic in sound. The sound is just bunched up in the whole attraction.
You won't even know that you're being educated on this ride. Featuring three things that you would never expect to see in a theme park ride: Jeapordy, Ellen, and Bill Nye the Science Guy. You have to like Ellen (or have a sense of humor) to actually like this. Otherwise, you just won't. You shouldn't take the people who say that it's "boring" or "what it used to be was awesome" when it's the opposite. What it replaced was actually more boring than the current, and the old one was boring. Truly funny, could be updated a tad tho.
This ride is absolutely amazing! Despite what some people will say. Rule #1: You must not be afraid of the dark. Rule #2: You must like to be jerked around like most thrill rides. Rule #3: You must love the fact that huge dinosaurs are trying to kill you. (=
Now that we have a new version of a shooting Toy Story attraction (Toy Story Mania in Hollywood Studios), this should be changed to a new dark ride. Honestly, it's pretty outdated. Otherwise if you dont compared it to Toy Story Mania, it's pretty fun.
Why is this even considered an attraction? Nothing to do but observe some medal heads. What the heck is the point of this? A small stage show could easily go here, this is nice to walk past but is otherwise pointless.
Short. Fun. Awesome. "The Wildest Ride in the Wilderness!" This ride looks alot more fun than just looking at it from the path/queue line. Tho the chain life is very loud in the cave part, and a few effects are missing, causing my rating to go down a little bit.
Really high! Beautiful sights and actually entertaining. The best version out of Dumbo, The Magic Carpets of Aladdin, and Triceratop Spin
I have just returned from my honeymoon and we booked the tour as we are both huge Disney fans and really thought this would improve our knowledge. However, our 22 year old 'guide' who had only worked for the company for 6 years told us nothing we did not already know. Like in previous reviews they do talk about the windows on Main Street, and hidden Mickeys and signatures etc from Imagineers, but nothing new that we didnt already know. I have read countless books on the history and the magic of the Disney parks and at one point I felt like I was informing our guide. I was staggered to see how some apparent Disney fans were amazed by information that is readily available in books and on the internet?! I felt this was a huge waste of $$$ and time at the parks, much cheaper to buy The Hidden Magic of Disney book by Susan Venness, I really thought that you would reaaly get an insight into the working of the parks and a real behind the scenes look at the working of the rides etc, and yes there is an $8 lunch included! Not bad for $75 each!
My parents and I took the tour October 2010, during MNSSHP. We have frequented Disney many times and this was a must see for us once we heard about it. I was not aware that lunch was included, so this was a bonus when we arrived! Lunch was delicious. The only negative is that you have to use a park admission as well as pay for your tour. We took the earliest tour and entered the MK when no one else was around. We checked in and when the tour started, we strolled down Main Street, learning about the "show" and our tour guide pointed out all the different windows above the shops. To the right abotu halfway down Main Street, we sat and he asked us what our most favorite job would be on the WDW resort. As the park opened for the day, hundreds of people ran past where we were sitting. Afterwards, we meandered down Main Street again and then rode Pirates and Jungle Cruise. Our guide told us all kinds of information that we would not have known. He pointed out some hidden Mickey's and threw in other tidbits. After we rode Pirates, we walked backstage to look at the parade floats. They were practicing for the Christmas parade and the old signs and stuff were so cool to see! Think Mickey's Birthdayland. When we were walking backstage in Frontierland, we passed Jessie and Woody doing a meet and greet. While our guide was explaining that they have to be in character until the yellow line and can only take off their costumes after they get past the fence, Woody and Jessie took off their costumes and they were two men hankering for a cigarette! So glad they have plastic smiles on their faces. It just made us realize that even though they are always smiling, they are always waving and dancing too. That they actually have to do. The Utilidors were amazing, even though our video kept skipping. When we were leaving the Utilidors, the afternoon parade came by on its way to Main Street, so we got a personal wave from all the cast members. Overall, it made the magic even more special because you realize how much work actually goes into the flawless Disney experience. A must see!!
Wishes is simply incredible. Not only are the fireworks epic, but the narration/story/music/etc. bring all that Disney magic is into one phenomenal, powerful spectacle. A must-do.
All this is, is a glorified music video.. I liked Honey I shrunk the Audience a whole lot better
Splash Mountain is always fun to ride; the only real negative is that sometimes there can be a long wait. The story is great, the drops are great, it cools you off, etc. Just an overall great ride that cant be missed.
Stitchs Great Escape is an alright attraction despite all the hate. I would advise people to check it out at least once; if you hate it, just dont ride again, its that simple.
Though I would never classify it as a masterpiece, it is something to do at least once. Young children tend to like it and find it amusing. And even I enjoy riding it as least once. The song can get stuck in your head long after you have gotten off the ride. And there is nothing overly exciting about the ride itself. Yet, it is a fun and enjoyable ride that is air conditioned. If you are planning your trip during the hot summer months and need a ride to keep you cool, it is a good choice. After the ride there is a interactive fun zone that the kids and even adults can enjoy. And a great place to stay out of the heat and the rain. Ride it... but maybe only once.
I am not one to say anything negative about Walt Disney World, but this attraction is the exception. I ride every ride in the park each time I go. I have been on It's A Small World multiple times in one week. Yet, I can't even go on this once. It is horrible. If you are pressed for time I say DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME. If you have plenty of time I would still say DON' WASTE YOUR TIME. It is by far one of the worst choices Disney has ever made.
I love Captain EO it's my favorite 3D movie and the songs awesome! RIP Michael Jackson I love you!
For my birthday this past year, my dad, my brothers, and I went to Dis Quest as a celebration. First thing I have to day is that there is a bunch of awesome experiences, especially Cyberspace Mountain. I geeked out at the inclusion of Bill Nye in the building process (This was my first time, mind you). The astro blasters were great and we spent so much time in the arcade. Even with all the postive things to say about Dis Quest, the age of certain rides and experiences kind of drag down the overall fun. The alien encounter ride... may need to depart. It was a mess to run, hardly anyone was getting on it and the trademark there running it with is just out of date. Some of the other attractions suffer from this. Aladdin's magic carpets could be updated with more recent technology and the Jungle Cruise could have updated projections that take to many different places in time and not just the prehistoric era. Although it shows age, Disney Quest is an overall great experience. There's just those tiny details that could make it an absolute must-see.
Not a big fan of riding in a boat looking at fake animals. They look fake and the ride is a little boring. Skip this and ride the safari at animal kingdom. Now that's a ride!
I'm not even sure what I saw. It was like the longest movie trailer ever or something. Horrible!
The song is really annoying. Figment the dragon is really annoying, but my wife likes it so we go.
Really fun! Sometimes scary! We had a great time. I actually jumped out of my seat at one point!
We always seem to ride this ride even though we don't really enjoy it. Not sure how it has it's hooks in us.
The new upgrades really add to an already awesome ride. I can't wait to ride it again.
My wife and I went in think it would be interesting and fun. Boy were we wrong. I thought I was in a college lecture with a really boring professor.
This ride is a nice slow break in the air conditioning. I was a fan of the Three Caballeros as a kid so I might enjoy it more than most.
Super fun, super original. I wish they had more coasters like this at Disney! Ride it!
I was so bored. Ellen came off as super annoying. Please Disney, please make this ride into something else!
It's fun, but the ride is way too short and the lines are always crazy long. Guess that's why they're changing up here pretty soon and adding extra Dumbo's.
So fun! So scary! And there never seems to be a wait. I always ride it twice!
Sure the movie is cheesy, but man, I felt like I was in the 80's again. Really fun!
My wife and I use this ride to take a short nap when it gets a little hot out and we're a little tired from walking around the parks.
My wife and I are very competitive and we always have fun on this ride trying to beat each other's score.
Even though it's a slower roller coaster ride, my wife and I have a blast on it. The ride never seems to end. You feel like you're on it for 10 minutes.
Without the extra height it would just be another Dumbo type ride, but being that high up going at that speed is really fun.
-Ladies and gentlemen, we have an unexpected suprise. I, have the great honor in introducing, the one, the only, Mr. Mickey Mouse! -Dah, dah, dah, dah, dah, dada! Hello! Hi there! Welcome to my park! How you doin'? Hello! -Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa! You're not Mickey Mouse, you are a rat! -Rat, shmat! Besides, they're tourists, what do they know? This show is probably the funniest at Walt Disney World and is a must do during every visit!!!
I remember going as a kid when it was the only water park. It was modest but never that crowded. I had some exciting slides and I always remember the zip line they had. RIP River Country.
Maybe I've not seen what's out there now, but I have yet to see a 3-D movie that comes even close to how well-done this is. We went twice to see it - and my entire family (wife, kids 10 and 13) all loved it both times. I'm not sure how there could be better 3-D movies available - show 'em to me and I'll believe it. Tip - sit mid-way or near the rear of the theater for full effect. And if a huge person sits in front of you (they should require anyone over 5'8" to sit in the back row), ask them to move.
I'm not sure how anyone could actually like this attraction. And I'm pretty open to these types of fun rides. It appears that this attraction was modified from an older "robot" attraction (I seem to remember it from my last trip). First - you're herded very hurriedly through the initial "briefing" area by Disney staffers. It wasn't clear to me if this was part of the "experience," or if we really were being rushed through for a reason. Next - everyone was again "rushed" to the next area: a large circular room with tiered seats - ours were wet; a bad sign. We sat down to watch the "show". At one point, we were informed that we were going to be "secured" for something. At that point, the contraptions on our seats were lowered, essentially holding us in our seats (similar to the harnesses on fast rides). Then Stitch proceeded to spit all around, which explains the wet chairs. I was hoping maybe the room would spin or move. But it appears we were strapped in to prevent us from getting out. Please do yourself a favor and skip this attraction. The ONLY saving grace is that it didn't take an hour of waiting in line. I may have asked for my money back if that happened... Too bad I can't give this a zero out of ten.
I might as well start by saying I am 60...Hold ON...I saw Captain EO when it first came out at Epcot and thrilled it is back!! Way before its time in 3D. Think about it...Videos are not that much more advanced today. After the space ship crash, MJ is RIGHT there...IN YOUR FACE...it does not get any better than that. I started jamming again to MJ after he was "passed away" ...lost 45 lbs!!! Is there a tribute at WDW at EO June 25th 2011??? What a positive influence on my life that guy has been. You know? I love the way he thanked God for his talent and said we should be like Jesus and in EO... ANOTHER PART OF ME ...it's life defining.
This attraction, "Dinosaur", and "Kilamanjaro Safaris" are the reasons why I go to Animal Kingdom! When I first went on it (the year it opened), I was amazed. The Yeti was amazing, and the backwards part was fun. THIS IS A MUST DO RIDE!!!
First: Dinosaur is NOT Indiana Jones, just like Body Wars was not Star Tours and Test Track will not be CARS. I don't know why you would compare the two. This is one of Disney's BEST dark rides. Off the beaten path at Animal Kingdom you find the Dino Institute which puts you on an "unauthorized" field trip back in time to find a particular Iguanadon, one of the characters in the ride that most people won't even know is from a Disney movie. Well, you land right before the giant asteroid hits the earth and also catch the attention of a Carnotaurus, the Darth Maul version of a T-Rex. So, with all that, it IS loud and IS bumpy and IS scary! I actually manned a Time Rover by myself one rainy day and was TERRIFIED that maybe that Carnotaurus might just get me with no one looking. This ride is well written, designed, and just plain fun! It blows away Jurassic Park at Islands of Adventure. If you have a kid that gets scared easy, don't be fooled by the nice looking Aladar statue outside the ride and the tame building; they WILL walk out crying. But if you have a brave little guy or girl, put them on the inside of the car and let them have a real adventure!!
This is one of the original attractions at the former MGM Studios, so if you've seen it, you've pretty much seen it. If you are an Indiana Jones fan, like me, you'll probably still enjoy it every time. All of the setups are from the 'Raiders' film, not the series, but are all classic scenes to be sure. As far as theme park stunt shows compare, this has to still be one of the best and most interesting. The sets look great, it isn't cheesy like say, the Batman stunt show was at Six Flags. The choreography is fun to watch, and with a John Williams score how can it get more exciting? Don't go on a rainy day however, as the show is cut very short and you don't get the full effect. This is also a show where I'd personally say: try to sit close to the front wall, and on the right side. You really feel close to some great action!!
Yes, i'm 22, but Dinosaur was way to scary for me. I was fine with the motion simulator, but the Dinosaurs are super intimidating. I did not look up at all after the first couple seconds when the dinosaurs appeared. I will never ride this one again.
It just so happened that i really like this ride/show. I honestly don't know why people give it negative reviews. I know it can be weird with Stitch talking behind you in a creepy way, but it's awesome
This ride no matter what the time is almays has a little to no wait. You start your journey off a science lap where a professor teaches you all about your senses. Your ride then ets hijacked by a science experament. He tells you what your "REAL SENSES" are. Great ride with a song almost as catchy as its a small world. Good ride to get out of the florida sun.
Dont be discouraged by all the little kids in fantasy land this area is just as much fun for adults as it is children. Althought the line can be quite lenghty for such a short ride i insure you it i worth the wait. Once you board your flying elephant go all the way up to the highest elevation to see the one of the best views in all of disney world. This ride is where it all begain.
May 14 2011 at 2:35pm, Disney's Hollywood Studios began the very first soft opening previews of the all new "Star Tours - The Adventures Continue" for park guests. Without further delay, it has to be said right away that the new Star Tours is absolutely stunning. I'm even going to go as far as to say that Star Tours is now the best simulator based attraction to be found anywhere. Read on to find out why. This report is not going to reveal detailed story information, but it will describe a few elements of the attraction that may be considered a spoiler. If you have been following the progression of Star Tours you will likely know these already, but if you do wish to be completely surprised when you visit, stop reading now, or be selective in which paragraphs you read. This report also contains no photos due to the express request of the park. Photography is not yet permitted in the queue area, and will not be possible inside the ride vehicle. Approaching Star Tours, you'll find the exterior to be largely the same. Only the new signage and attraction marquee tell you that something has changed. Stepping inside, the first change that will be notable is the removal of all the "working set" themeing. You are no longer heading into a soundstage, but instead directly into the Star Tours port. How this relates to the rest of the park is a discussion for another time, but the new theme certainly works better in my opinion. The first part of the queue area with the Star Speeder 1000 and departure board remains very similar to before in basic layout. The Star Speeder is now the 1000 edition, and the departure board shows all the new destinations in a greatly update display format. The refurbished animatronic C3PO and R2 look fantastic, and the area has been thoroughly refreshed, complete with new carpet, lighting and paint everywhere. The second part of the queue area has seen probably the most dramatic change. Gone is the droid room, and in comes the security screening checkpoints. The animatronics here are very entertaining, and there are some fantastic visual effects involving luggage and passenger screening. There are so many hidden details here it will take many trips through to uncover them all. There are even nods to the old Star Tours pilot Rex, and Buzz Lightyear. Moving into the load area, you'll find it has been completely refreshed. All new decor, lighting and displays are in place. The overall effect reminded me somewhat of the new Space Mountain load area, with a bit of Soarin' and Spaceship Earth post show mixed in - think lots of blue overhead mood lighting. Once the boarding and safety video kicks in on the boarding area display, you know that the old Star Tours is firmly in the past, and things are now looking a lot more 2011. The video display is HD, immaculate looking, yet retains the humor of the old video, whilst adding a lot more new detail. Once the safety video is complete, the load process begins, and is very much the same as before, with guests lining up into seat rows, and boarding the Star Speeder from the side. Inside the Star Speeder, everything has been refurbished. New seating, new lighting, new audio, and importantly, the most incredible display system I've ever seen in a theme park, or anywhere. Something that gives you a hint of how special this display is are the 3D glasses that you pick up in the boarding area. These are not your typical economy feeling glasses found in other attractions. These things are heavy duty, serious looking glasses - similar to something you might find in an Oakley store. The ride begins in much the same way as before, with the passengers strapped in, and the pilot being revealed. This time of course, C3PO is our pilot - and in perfect audio-animatronic form. The blast shield slides down revealing what makes Star Tours II so special - the screen. The video display here simply has to be seen to be believed. It is super high resolution, saturated with color, sharp, with absolutely no 3D blur, regardless of where you sit in the cabin. Within seconds of the show starting, you forget you are looking at a screen, and really believe you are looking through the window of the Star Speeder. The 3D is marvelously utilized. Unlike many 3D attractions which I feel tend to overuse the 3D effects, Star Tours uses the 3D to simply recreate a realistic looking scene rather than for shock value - and wow does it deliver. I could talk about this display for a long time, but let us say you have to see it to believe it - it's amazing. An incredible display is nothing without something pretty spectacular to put on it, and here Industrial Light and Magic and WDI have excelled. The environments spanning all six movies are absolutely spectacular. The detail that brings the story to life is all there as your race through them at high speed in your Star Speeder. Fans of Star Wars are going to delight at the details (and humor) found here. There is so much to look at that you'll need hundreds of rides to take it all in. It is clear that a large budget and massive amounts of time went into producing the imagery of the attraction, which really is the cornerstone to this experience. The next trick that Star Tours has up its sleeve is a killer feature, and something that will keep guests coming back time after time. Unlike the old Star Tours that had just one storyline, the new Star Tours has 54 story combinations, which are chosen by the ride system at random. This gives the ride massive re-ridability, with guests having the quest to try and see all the combinations and destinations. The switching of story-paths is very cleverly done and seamless. The story-lines even make use of a rider in the Star Speeder through some great imaging technology - it is not overdone, and fits perfectly. Also unlike before, the new version features many characters who take part in the story from all six of the Star Wars movies. As you know, Star Tours is a motion base simulator, and WDI have also enhanced things here with the new Star Tours. The motion feels incredibly well timed to the visuals, very dynamic and realistic feeling, and most importantly for many riders, not a hint of feeling motion sick. This simulator experience gels the motion with the video better than anything else I have experienced. The motion programmers deserve special applause for their achievements on this. Ride time for the attraction is the same as before, at around 4 minutes and 30 seconds from show start to stop, with the ride concluding similar to before with a successful(ish) landing. It has been over 10 years in the making, and many Disney and Star Wars fans had given up hope of ever seeing a refresh to the classic attraction. Today with the introduction of "Star Tours - The Adventures Continue", fans can enjoy a cutting edge attraction fully worthy of the Star Wars universe. I think it is safe to say this will become the new "must-ride" attraction at Walt Disney World, and will do great things for the attendance at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Dare I even say, the new rope-drop FASTPASS rush will be a charge to Star Tours instead of Toy Story Mania. Congratulations to Tom Fitzgerald, everyone at Walt Disney Imagineering, and of course George Lucas and Industrial Light and Magic for their achievements on this new attraction - the bar has been raised yet again. Star Tours officially opens on May 20 at midday. Like today, soft opening previews are possible and expected on the run-up to the 20th, but there are no guarantees it will be open. If you are heading to a preview, good luck, and may the force be with you.
Was able to get in 4 runs on Sunday, but couldn't post until now: I hope giving the details is not taboo here, as the previous reviews were very mild in detail, but the post engine says to “Please supply as much information and detail as you like. The more detailed you can be the more help it will be to others.” Since I was general public getting on the ride, I think its fair game to give details so here goes: Spoiler Alert – Sequences: From what I can tell, there is an opening, a planetary visit, and a closing scene. There may be an additional "combat scene" after the planetary visit and before the closing, but It was the same for me in combination with the closing scene. I experienced: 2-3-2: 2 different opening sequences, 3 different Planetary visits, and 2 closing sequences Or possibly: 2-3-2+2: 2 different opening sequences, 3 different Planetary visits, 2 combat sequences paired repetitively with 2 closing sequences. As more reports hit, we may find 5 or 6 sections to the experience, who knows. Super Spoiler Alert – Details: Opening Sequences Experienced: A1 Storm Troopers chasing you A2 Darth Vader chasing you Planetary Visits: B1 Hoth Ice Planet B2 Wookie Planet B3 Tatooine - Pod Racing Closing Sequences: C1 Space Combat and D1 Deliver of Spy to Rebel Base C2 Capitol City Sequence and D2 Delivery of Spy to Capitol and Applause at end For me C1 and D1 were together twice so may only be one sequence, and same for C2 and D2. One cool thing is one of the passenger, perhaps you yourself, is the rebel spy. When Yoda transmits his message, he knows if the rebel spy is a “he” or a “she”, but I hope that these 2 variations do not cut the 54 combinations mentioned into 27 combinations with he/she being the only differentiator. I will be riding again Thursday if possible… enjoy.
Always empty in the morning waiting in line never happens. Educational yet extremly intresting. Watch for the mickey shaped pumkins or the upside down watermelon
Best ride. If your going to epcot run to soarin get a fastpass for for it, then go jump in the line first thing so you get 2 rides. Ask the castmember if you can get in row 1 so you get the best experince (no feet dangling in front of you.
Like most shows in DHS, this one is a bit dated. It's still fun for just about anyone, but could use some attention. The upcoming movie would be the perfect opportunity to do so as the Muppets would establish themselves with a younger generation of park/movie-goers.
Have always liked this one, don't get me wrong, but the films they feature are often older than a good chunk of the guests that ride. I get the historical/classical aspect of these films, but let's be real, if it isn't modernized to a certain extent within the next few years you might as well stick a fork in it.
Not much has changed about this one over the years, aside from it being cut short in favor of the space LMA occupies, but it's still a fun time. Going to need some updates within the next few years to prevent it from getting stale.
As is the case with newer attractions, the lines are INSANE! If you have any intention of riding TSM at all, make sure you get to the park early and make a beeline for either the attraction itself or the Fastpass line. I wouldn't say it's worth the 1-2 hour wait otherwise, though it is an excellent attraction.
I'll admit, this wasn't amongst the best attractions in WDW, but it wasn't totally awful either. What it was? TERRIBLY OUTDATED. The same can be said for the playground area. Get with the times, Disney.
It may not be the most exciting ride Disney has to offer, but it is still a lot of fun. I try and check it out whenever I'm in Epcot.
Probably amongst the first things you should do upon entering Epcot, otherwise it's going to be a tough get. The lines are consistently long.
Not to knock on any of their other thrill rides, but Disney has always pretty much played it safe. Everest is a welcome departure. Make it a priority when in AK to tame this monster.
True, this ride has tons of untapped potential, but enjoy it for what it is - especially on a scorcher of day...and prepare to get wet, of course.
I know the line can be a little lengthy at times, but it's totally worth it. It's definitely not the long wait/short attraction-type scenario some people may be used to. If you're short on time in AK, choose this over any of the other attractions in the park (except for maybe Everest) that may be on your to-do list.
Always one of the first spot I hit at AK, if not THE first. Never a line, but the shade is never a bad thing in the case that you do have to wait. Fun show to check out, but it may be a bit much for the younger crowd (5-6 & under)
The ride isn't terrible. Go on it with kids and they'll have a blast just about every time. Me, I'm passed the point of what-seems-like-forever spinning being tons of fun. I'll skip it from here on out.
I can ride Dinosaur over and over. Never a dull moment. Plus, it's as quotable a Disney attraction there is.
Love this one. I'm fairly young, so I appreciate any time-pieces and this one, of course, does so in the way only Disney can. Really enjoy it, whether it's during a regular visit or using the attraction for much-needed downtime. Never change it, please!
Loved this one growing up. Classic ride, of course. Still try to catch a ride when I visit WDW, but the line can be pretty lengthy.
Classic. Hardly ever a long wait. Great theming. Compare it to the POTC in Disneyland all you want, but this one holds it's own and is an all-time fav. for just about everyone.
I miss the McDonald's Fry Cart
One of my favs - from the music to the attraction itself. Hate the fact that you get soaked? Bring a change of clothes or wear a poncho. It's not called SPLASH Mountain for no reason. Time to be movin' along...
Growing up, this was the only ride that I ever FEARED going on...yet I loved it and kept coming back. Those that said it was too scary for Disney and you and/or your kids? Keep moving - all you needed to do. Some people don't enjoy roller coasters, but you don't see them complaining about certain rides needing to be closed. They go elsewhere. Too bad that Disney gave in and opened quite possibly its worst attraction in recent memory in its place.
Yes, this attraction is as terrible as people say - though some people are exaggerating as far as the "gross-out factor" goes, as well as the stress the shoulder restraints put on you. Unpleasant? Absolutely. Not a huge deal though (unless you have health/physical problems of some sort.) Either way, not an attraction I'd recommend - even though the wait will ALWAYS be as short as they come in WDW. They really need to scrap this one ASAP.
A great refresh of a popular ride. I used to get sick riding the old version, but I do not believe I will on this one. The 3D effect is awesome and makes it feel like you are actually there. Timing is great with the motion and C3P0 looks awesome. The new "droid room" is both tech cool and funny. Do not miss this ride!
The AMC Downtown Disney 24 is a good place to eat and talk before the movie and the fork and screen is awesome! I can't wait to do it again to see Cars 2 in 3D and eat in the movies!
The improvements to Star Tours have certainly made this one of the best rides over at the studios. I just hope that people realise this. The main entrance to the ride and waiting areas are largely unchanged. It would be nice to see an obvious indication that the ride has been upgraded from the outside. Once inside however I don't think there will be any visitor that goes away disappointed. The new 3D visuals are perfectly synchronised to the sound and motion of the vehicle. This ride truly has the wow factor and the necessity to ride it over will make this a very popular attraction from now on.
This Star Tours reboot is going to put the studios back on the map. I grew up with Star Wars but I'm not an expert by any means. I think the Adventure continues has a great balance of Star Wars content and more generic sorts of images/thrills. You could easily ride and enjoy the attraction without the slightest bit of Star Wars knowledge. The imagery is sharp, bright and clear and the 3D works brilliantly. The motion to film sycronization is smooth and seamless. The random sequences make re riding not just something you want to do but something you HAVE to do. I think this will be very popular and well received by not just the die hard Star Wars fans but the general guest population as well. WDI has done a great job!
This is certainly a unique experience that many people will enjoy. Upon arrival there was a little uncertainty in our group as to how the showing would be organised. It is best to arrive early to ensure that you can start to eat before the movie starts. Having said this there was very little distruption by the servers during the film. The layout of the theatre gives ample room for easy movement without anyone having to walk in front of the screen. The only critism was that the seats are quite far away from the table area in front of you. This meant that it is necessary to literally sit on the edge of your seat whilst you are eating. The food won't win any mitchellin stars but the menu has a wide enough variety to satisfy anyones needs. I do think that the prices for the food are a little expensive. Especially the appetizers. You should also remember to choose your food carefully for eating in this environment. Eating chicken wings was a little difficult and messy in the dark! Overall it was a great experience and something worth trying once. I'm not really sure I would go again mainly due to the cost vs sepearetly eating in a restaurant then going to the movies.
Very cool experience, well run, good service, but mediocre food My experience at the Dine-In theatre was a good one. It is very well organized and runs smoothly. The service was friendly and attentive without being overbearing and interfering with the movie. It's a very unique way to watch a movie and I think it's going to be very popular. The type of food is what you would expect for this type of experience but I'd love to see higher quality ingredients used in the preparation and maybe a few more healthier options. I felt the quality of the food was a bit disappointing particularly for what it cost. The chicken wings were soggy and lacked any kind of kick. There is a section of the menu including typical movie treats like m&m's, raisinettes and popcorn which I thought was pretty cool. I think in the future I would probably skip the hot food and get a drink and dessert and maybe some popcorn. Overall though I think it's a great addition to DTD.
I love TTA People mover is my favorite relaxing ride in the Magic Kingdom!
The theming in the queue is incredible and the ride is fun fun fun!
I love this ride because it never has a line, you get a great view of tomorrowland and some of mainstreet u.s.a., and it's perfect for a break!
The music is great and it's one of the most thrilling attractions at Disney being the only ride that goes upside down and one of the fastest in all of the four parks.
1. do they have 20k pins? 2. 2 nemos!?
i took my baby cousin on it and i think she loved it. i know i did! by far better than all of the rides in wdw, dl, dl paris, and tokyo wdw. i have two ghost hitchhikers already i just need Ezra to be able to brag about it.
I've ridden it many times and it never gets old. I love how there's always that one person who is riding it for the first time and FREAKS OUT! But on the downside, even with a fastpass that line is brutal!
I loved Club Cool! I liked trying all the different sodas (good and bad) and it was hilarious seeing people's reactions to some of the drinks. Club Cool was a great place to escape the heat and look at some of the cool coke merchandise!
(Sorry for the terrible title!) I love love love Captain EO. As I was born in 1992 I didn't get to see it first time round, but on my last trip to EPCOT in August I saw it three times! I am a massive Michael Jackson fan, and my favourite album of all time is the Bad album, so I was ecstatic watching Michael performing 'Another Part of Me' in front of our eyes. Other than watching This Is It on the big screen, thats the closest we can now get to experiencing Michael perform onstage. I love the whimsical characters and the whole 80s vibe. Sure it may seem a little old fashioned and not as technologically advanced as other attractions, but EPCOT needs rides which provide a taste of the past for audiences. We have to acknowledge and learn from the past to move on in the future! =) Go see it. Now.
The Electrical Water Pageant is exactly the kind of thing that puts a smile on your face, and you only find it at Walt Disney World! Watch it from any of the Seven Seas Lagoon resorts. Electric lights on water with electronic patriotic music, Walt would have approved!
Like most Disney rides a lot of the thrill is from the visual effects. There use to be a lot more of them. Boulders above the train would shake and start to fall towards the train. Things like this no longer happen. When I ask a cast member about it they claimed it was for safety reasons. Now I'm all for safety, but it seems to me that if a ride has been there for almost 30 years and they haven't had any problems then maybe we are being a little over cautious.
This use to be our favorite ride. We visitedin March 2011 and after the remodel this ride is just sad. Half of the fountains in the laughing place weren't working. On of the Geese had his head turned backwards. The new lap bars was supposed to keep the ride from shutting down, but it did just as much. But the worst part is the water cannons!! You don't even stand a real chance of getting wet anymore. The one pointed towards the crownd that use to get people wet watching just puts up a mist, and the one that hit the logs now misses. When I ask cast memebers what happened they responded that too many people complained about getting wet. IT IS A WATER RIDE FOR CRYING OUT LOUD!!!! IT IS POSTED EVERYWHERE THAT YOU COULD GET WET. They need to change the signs to you used to get wet.
My family and I love this ride! well except for my brother in law who is ridiculously scared of heights (yes, i do have hilarious pictures). although he is so scared, my mom and 2 year old have both rode the ride. we LOVE it!
The person who said good but not that good doesn't believe in Disney magic. This is one of the best shows put together by Disney. You should have done the fantastic dinner package this would have saved you the wait. That's all I have to say.
Fantasmic is a great show, but its worth waiting an hour and a half before show time for. At least with rides the Queue offers some form of entertainment. Even then if the wait is over 20 minutes I move on.
Been to the park several times before and enjoyed it despite ungodly crowds (as other members have noted: come early, leave early). However, if there is even the slightest chance of "inclement weather" don't plan on visiting the park. As usual Disney tries hard to make it near impossible to find reliable information. The park was scheduled to open for 10 A.M. Despite several phone calls to guest services, resort front-desk, information, etc... they waited till noon to tell us that the park would be closed for the day (despite the fact that the weather cleared-up around 11:30 A.M.). What's more, don't bother trying the direct line posted on most sites. Disney changes these #'s on a frequent basis.
Being the beneficiary of an actual education; I find the emphasis on minor "contributions" to American culture a huge disservice and only for the benefit of satiating activist groups by aggrandizing "achievements" which amount to little or nothing in the grand scheme of things. Misinformation and propaganda designed to extend some sort of adulation where none is deserved or needed. Clearly, activists realize the power of Disney presentations and the effect they can have on impressionable people. The fact that people couldn't stop yammering away on cell phones and/or texting didn't help. Never again.
I find a LOT of what is being conveyed here as propagandized half-truths and activist satiating drivel- It's somewhat offensive. It's a FAR cry from the original intent.
This ride is a super ride!Its has a cool queue. It is an antique feel with tons of dirt and dust and cobwebs. Its computer generated,and every time there is a different drop sequence,so every time you go on its a different feeling. I ADORE this attraction.
I really love test track it's awesome ride! I can't wait to ride it again next month!
one of my must dos. The only thing is they can vamp up the girt shop.
Tis ride is one of my top 20. it is a a chance to get a ton of great pictures. During catastrophe canyon when the water is pushing sooooo hard you cant see, take a picture. I have a picture of my brother smiling with the water blurring in the backround. One of my favorite pics. the only bad thing is that when they say that" now's a great picture of the Earfful Tower" therecording is late.other than that realy fun. My uncle and grandfather went and did the special effects. it was soooooooo funny. I also love riding through the costume warehouse.
Tis ride is one of my top 20. it is a a chance to get a ton of great pictures. During catastrophe canyon when the water is pushing sooooo hard you cant see, take a picture. I have a picture of my brother smiling with the water blurring in the backround. One of my favorite pics. the only bad thing is that when they say that" now's a great picture of the Earfful Tower" therecording is late.other than that relly fun.
I love going to the Laugh Floor with my family. Its is somtimes has bad jokes, but other times you can get a really good show. I reccomed this for kids.
i'm going to keepm this short and sweet do it!!!!! the only bad thing i can thinkm of is that the water is freezing. other than that it's a must do.
O.K. if your going to disney in december or early January I RECCOMEND going to The Streets of America to see this "spectacle". It is the most beautiful thing i've ever seen it is amazing when there just on but you have to see them dance. It is, just, WOW words can't describe it. MUST DO MORE THAN ONCE TO SEE THEM DANCE TO DIFFERENT SONGS. If you have kids that watch Phineas and Ferb ther favorite characters, and platypus take over the show and make the lights dance. AWESOMENESS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I reccomend going into the giftshop in Japan. There is a place where you can open oyster and get a pearl. I did that and it was sooooo fun. You can keep a pearl by itself or you can get a ring, necklace, etc. It is a great souvenir
If you adore animals this ride is your ride. The giraffes get closer than most of the other animals but i don't have a problem with that I LOVE giraffes. The only bad thing is if there are animals in the way of your truck the peopla can't disturb them. Once i waite dfor almost 30 minutes for some stupid bird. Seriously?????????
I love this ride the only bad thing is that the ottom of the tube is open and if you don't keep your butt up it scrapes you :( Another good thing is that they have 3 courses so it reduces wait time. I wen really early in the morning like mionutes before it opened and i waited like 40 seconds max!!
It is O.K. If it is crowded i wouldn't reccomend going in there. It is super sticky EVERYWHERE,(as you can imagine)and if you taste a certin one it ruins your experiance. Another thing is there is a cherry fanta from i think Germany and it is better than some American pops. Just choose wisely.
I reccomend going into the toystore. It is sort of hidden but its worth finding. I opened an oyster and recieved a pearl. You get to keep it. It can be left the way it is or you can put it on a bracelet, necklace, ect. It is a great souvenir with a great story!!!!!!!! I really reccomend it.
This is an amazing ride! It has vibrant colors and beautiful scenery. The only bad thing is that the song glues to your mind for the rest of your life!!!!!!!
i love this ride it is the first thing i do every time i arrive at DHS each time i pass through the donut my brother and i scream DONUTS, its a tridition :)
This ride isn't just content with being bad, it also has to pin you in an uncomfortable position and burp in your face. That's all been said, but what I think is important to emphasize is that all of the non-smelly effects just plain don't work. You can hear the speakers next to everyone else's heads as well as yours, it sounds like there are a dozen little Stitches running around. If you're sitting in the back, it sounds like he's supposed to be behind you, but there's a wall there (and not enough room above you for him to be up there either). You can HEAR the Stitch anamatronic moving around like a robot, as well as the "burp" smell loudly being pumped into the room like they're not even trying to disguise it (hissssss). As soon as the lights went out I tensed up, waiting for something cool/scary to happen, and man, was I disappointed. It's never clear WHERE Stitch is supposed to be, or how he's moving around, or what's going on. He's a huge stumpy blue thing in a small crowded room! The logistics make no sense. Could they seriously have been more lazy? I can't say much about Alien Encounter since I never went on it. But this ride, since it doesn't move, completely relies on some level of immersion, on it "feeling" real, and it never does for a second. Honey I Shrunk The Audience feels (or, sadly, felt) 10X more real, and when was that designed again? So anyone over the age of seven won't be scared (or amused) because it's so painfully fake. Any tender kids under the age of seven would probably be scared out of their minds since all they know is it's really really dark, and there are loud noises. The humor doesn't cut the fear since it isn't funny. So there isn't any target age, NOBODY will enjoy this ride. Most will hate it, since it literally assaults the senses. It straps you down and blows stinky air in your face. What were they thinking? I give this ride another, like, three years at the most. Sooner or later they'll have to wise up. I look forward to it being replaced with something much cooler (and less stinky).
I love this ride. I went on it for the first time during our trip this past August, thinking I wouldn't like it. Well, I went on and ended up loving it. I think we went on it at least three times in a row! It's just so much fun and everyone was laughing the whole time. It's really not as crazy as they make it seem. It's a great starter coaster. It's in my top 5 favorite rides now :)
This is my favorite ride at Disney World. Not only is the very idea of flying over London and Neverland enchanting, but the attention to detail is beyond astounding. When flying over London the forced perspective is incredible. Look down at the ground and you can see tiny cars that are actually moving across the miniature streets. This ride is definitely the most magical at any Disney park and always will be. A must-do for EVERYONE visiting the parks!
I definitely miss this classic attraction. My sister and I would ride and pretend whoever was driving was taking their drivers test. Silly, I know, but it always made us laugh and we enjoyed it.
Horizons was one of my absolutely favorite in all of WDW. I loved smelling the oranges as you traveled past the orange grove. The length of the ride was great.. Everything about it was awesome!
Dreamflight wasn't a thrilling or suspenseful ride but for some reason, I loved it! It was one of my favorite in MK and I was very sad to see it go. I do like Buzz but I liked Dreamflight better...
It is a long ride (about 3 min) when you compare it to r'n'r' which is about 1 min. This ride is not for the weak at heart! It is more fun the more you ride it becasue you can play along with the story and have fun with the people near you. I watched it being built and knew it was a big ride but you have no idea until you try it.
I use to love this place then they made it hard to get to (have to take 2 different buses or drive). They also took out NFL stuff. I can see if you are going there to watch or play a game then it would be great. Are you going to go here instead of one of the big 4 parks --no, are you going to go here instead of a water park -- no, are you going to go here instead of Downtown Disney -- no. It is great during ESPN weekend because there is activity. If you want a open place for the kids to run around then you found your spot.
I enjoy EPCOT for many reasons. First everything exits into a store or a place to eat. But if you have kids of different ages you have tons of options! Mission space older kids ride younger kids have games and place to play at exit. Soarin' -- older kids ride younger ones can go on the land ride or eat and wait. Ice station cool has free drinks -- not all good but they are free. Spaceship Earth has been updated. Added Characters to almost every country to help draw kids. Mexico has the mini-small world ride. You can find something for everyone. Kids don't miss the kidstop activities.
I have seen this twice once from a boat and once from hotel. The best I can say is that if you are there it is worth watching but it is not something to go out of your way for. You rush to see fireworks or Fantasmic, you are not going to travel around to see the water pagent.
Expect a long wait but you can get good pictures if you wait it out. It is very cool to ride this late at night when the fireworks are going, that is the best way to get great pics.
This is a great place for little ones to run around while you figure out where you want to go next. If you get 5 minutes then that is good. Wonder why there is not any water running anywhere near the boat??
Don't sleep on Hollywood Studios!!! The best rides with Rock'n'roll a coster, tower of terror, toy storymania. Cool shows. Great things to do and see. Good food. With special things like ESPN the weekend. So much fun!!!!
I think I may cry when I see all these wonderful additions.
This ride gives you the perfect feel for the sentiment of the park.
Wish I had more thumbs...this ride is AWESOME!
I have been avoiding this ride for some time due to bad reviews, but finally decided to give it a go and decide for myself. Save yourself the time and use your precious Disney minutes waiting in a line for one of Disney's AWESOME rides! You are strapped down in a chair and an alien spits and breathes his bad chili breath on you. Not fun. My son hated it!
Can we liven this up a little more? If you didn't already know the story line, I think you might be a bit confused on this one. Disney has a lot of money and I think they should spend some of it on this attraction.
I love this ride! I know most of the movies they refer to on this one, but my son, who is six: no clue! It bores him, so I think that if they could incorporate a few modern movies, it would greatly improve the experience for people of all ages!
We were there at the Grand Opening of AK and have watched the park grow over the years but here is the problem 1) lack of good food options 2) Asphault ground makes the park hotter than it already is. 3) Park closes early as oppesed to other parks 4)You have limited rides. Safari, E.E., Rapids, Dino and Whirl and kid ride and boneyard. Kids will only look at the animals for a short time so if you get there first thing in the morning you will be done by 1ish with a show or 2 you will be done by 3. We usually go here the day we arrive or the day we are leaving or go and take off for pool when we have a dinner that night. Don't get me wrong it is not a bad park at all but most of the time we use it in combo with another park (best is morning here and afternoon at H2O park.)
I love this place!!!! tons to do and cheesecake factory upstairs. Human pinball, games both old and new. V.R. games very cool
Only place with games for stuffed animals fun rides, good area.
The show is dated but it is nice to sit and get some AC. If you have never seen it you should at least once.
Granted they taste funny but there is 1 that is good. They do a fair job keeping it clean. It was redone a couple of years ago and that helped.
Great to see at night!!
TV helps. Mostly classic characters you will see if you do a character meal.
Fun to see Hook and Smee, and Brer Rabbit, bear and fox. Country bears "roam". Tent can be long wait to see characters.
They do have good characters if you can find them and they are not always out where and when the map says. If you stay close it is easier to walk over and ask who will be out and when
The best spot to see classic Disney and new Disney. You can catch almost everyone here
The one highlight of this park is they have different characters.
It is a fun way to end the ride and is well done.
The best way to describe the show/ride is cute. The best feature is the a/c in the summer and you can rest for 20 minutes. If you have seen it once then you know the story and song. It would be nice if they update the last area. Nothing to scare kids
The best thing is to go here about 20 minutes after show starts. You can see all the characters with little to no wait.
This is a good ride that everyone can enjoy. My wife could care less about the "game" and just takes pictures. The kids love to try and beat each other. Nothing to worry about on this ride.
Expect long lines!! It is fun but crowded. S.P is the best thing about this park. not bad food for a water park. Must, must, must use sunblock or the rest of you trip will be a sunburnt nightmare.
This is a old time ride and the wait times in the summer for this have been 10 to 15 min. We do not even use Fastpass for this anymore. It is just a old time ride for us older folks.
It is a good Disney show. No it is not Broadway and yes the movie is cut down to fit a 25 min. show but you know that going in. Overall it is a good show and it is hot because it is a outdoors but that said it is also a good place to sit see a show and figure out where to next.
Great views, my kids like this more and more as they get older. Very cool at night. The line is usually way to long for this type of ride. 45 min wait during the day is way too long -- I can see that for Splash Mountain but not for this one.
Kali river rapids has been changed over the years so no big drop and not as long of a ride but worth going on. Everything else is good as well
If you go in the exit of the anamation studio you are right at the characters and that is better than having to watch that show over and over. Drawing the characters is fun -- i can not draw and our family gets a kick out of looking at our art.
not much other than the safari, it is always hot at AK
Adventureland and Tomorrowland are the place to be!
I liked it and the kids enjoyed it as well
Loads of 3D fun, easy to play for everyone! A ride coupled with a videogame, great idea! Well done! Too bad the lineups are gigantic... Get here early
The first time you do this, you will be amazed. Smaller kids may be scared during the drops though, it's not necessarily for the young ones. The view of the park at the top is stunning.
Skip this unless your kids are big big fans of Nemo. My two sons 8 and 11 got bored. Ride is verrrrrrry slow. Nothing much happens. We got on while waiting for our fastpass for Soarin, there was no lineup. Do it if you have to waste maybe.
We were 8 people - two families of four - visiting AK together. We stopped here after a hefty lunch at Flame Tree BBQ and the kids (ages 8-12) hit it out for about 30 minutes and they probably would have stayed here all day. Parents monitor the single entrance/exit! When there's a lot of kids, you can spend several minutes locating your own kids, this attraction is huge :-)
Even if my 8-year old son didn't want to ride it a second time, it is arguably one of the most entertaining at Magic Kingdom. I love the huge splash drop! You get wet but not that much. Use the same 1$ ponchos as for Kali River Rapids :-) A nice way to relax for a few minutes, cute animated characters along the way.
We did this late in the evening in March when it was pitch black outside, very cool. Looks are deceiving, this was quite fun! It's not very scary but it does move you around a bit. I wonder what sort of refurb is upcoming for this.
The effort put in the architecture and artwork is fantastic. It outshines the fact that sleeping tigers are boring to watch, just as in any zoo. Anyway, makes for a nice stroll. Your mileage may vary.
This is like going to a zoo but you can't see the animals from up close. I don't want to sound picky but this ride is far from ideal if you like taking your time to watch animals, depending on where you are sitting in the vehicle. Small kids especially. Anyway, the ride is still worth your time. We saw and filmed a roaring (howling?) lion. If you can, try this ride during early magic hours at the beginning of the day and after hit the Everest.
I recommend this ride, it's fun for all ages, although those who prefer high-voltage excitement ought to pass. The kids love it. There are 2-3 minor splashes and one big one which guarantees everyone to get wet. The trick to buy a cheap plastic poncho for the whole family *before* you leave home. I got mine 1$ each. On site it's 7$ each. They are compact and you can re-use them. Bonus: they are great to hide the camera or camcorder when the big splash arrives! The ride fits about 10 people I think and at the center there is a storage area big enough to put a couple of backpacks or handbags.
This show is probably one of the best shows that WDW has to offer. It is a show you CAN NOT miss on your trip to WDW. The music is the same popular music loved by all lion king fans combined with live performers, floats, and tumbling monkey's it is a show that you will remember forever!
When you walk through those gates and gaze down Main Street, its like you're home. Everything about the Magic Kingdom is magical, and with the upcoming Fantasyland Expansion that magic only continues. The mountain attractions are always thrilling, and each land is an immersive, consuming environment. The background music completes it all, and dramatic views of Cinderella Castle are the icing on the cake.
This is one of the most recognized building in the WORLD. People everywhere know what it is and for good reason, it is the icon of wdw such a great piece of architecture. A piece that will never need to be redone
I say this not because people seem to think that dinorama is cheezy and many skip areas like the bone yard and such. But this is where many of the best animal kingdom rides are located. Dinosaur is in my top 5 rides at Disney world. and then primevil whirl is a great ride that usually has a short line attached to it. Triceratops spin is just another dumbo/aladdin but its fun for the little ones. As is the boneyard for digging for dino bones, plus if anyone needs a break or something its a good place to let kids play around in while you stop to plan or take a breath. Enjoy