As of January 1, 2019, we have closed our forums. This is a decision we did not come to lightly, but it is necessary. The software our forums run on is just too out-of-date and it poses a significant security risk. The server software itself must be updated, and it cannot be without removing the forums.
So it is with a heavy heart that we say goodbye to our long-running forums. They came online in 2000 and brought together so many wonderful Disney fans. We had friendships form, careers launch, couples marry, children born ... all because of this amazing community.
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There are other changes as well.
Why? Well, the world has changed. And change with it, we must. The lyrics to "We Go On" for IllumiNations say it best:
We go on to the joy and through the tears
We go on to discover new frontiers
Moving on with the current of the years.
We go on
Moving forward now as one
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Ever on with each rising sun.
To a new day, we go on.
It's time to move on and move forward.
PassPorter is a small business, and for many years it supported our family. But the world changed, print books took a backseat to the Internet, and for a long time now it has been unable to make ends meet. We've had to find new ways to support our family, which means new careers and less and less time available to devote to our first baby, PassPorter.
But eventually, we must move on and move forward. It is the right thing to do.
So we are retiring this newsletter, as we simply cannot keep up with it. Many thanks to Mouse Fan Travel who supported it all these years, to All Ears and MousePlanet who helped us with news, to our many article contributors, and -- most importantly -- to Sara Varney who edited our newsletter so wonderfully for years and years.
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So we encourage you to stay in touch with us and your fellow community members wherever works best for you!
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Hello everyone. I have what might seem like a silly question LOL Still trying to read and get the hang of the new Disney fastpass system. From what I understand with the new fastpass system, you're only allowed 1 headliner and 2 'not so' headliner attractions, which make for 3 a day per park. Is this correct? My question really is, what are the major head liner rides in each park? For example, I am sure all 3 of the 'mountains' at MK are headliners. Does that mean everything else is 'not' and can be the other 2 options? Also, does anyone know what the headliners are for the other parks? Much appreciated :-)
Epcot it was test track, soarin and mission space that I can remember.
HS was tower, rockn' roller, and toy story mania
Ak was expedition and safari. can't remember anything else, sorry. It was just starting during my trip so it only was an issue if I tried to change anything
Made my fast passes yesterday for late Feb. trip:
MK: Got Space Mnt, Big Thunder and Under the Sea. Note: Splash Mnt. is closed during our stay.
Epcot: Got Test Track and Mission Space. Note: Could not get Test Track and Soarin'
DHS: Got TSM. TT and Star Tours. Note: Could not get TSM and RR.
AK: Got Kilimanjaro, EE and Dino
Hope this helps!
Yes, thank you both for you info. Joel, from the fast passes that you were able to get it sounds like you can get 2 headliner attractions + 1 'not so' headliner for the most part. I can live with that :-) Thanks for the input!
For Epcot, you can choose one from Character Spot, IllumiNations, Maelstrom, Soarin’ and Test Track, then two from Captain EO, Journey into Imagination, Living with the Land, Mission: SPACE, Seas with Nemo and Friends, Spaceship Earth and Turtle Talk with Crush.
For DHS, you can choose one from Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage, Fantasmic, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster and Toy Story Midway Mania, then two from American Idol Experience, Disney Junior – Live on Stage, Great Movie Ride, Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular, Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show, Muppet Vision 3D, Star Tours, Tower of Terror and Voyage of the Little Mermaid
For recommendations on which attractions to get FP+ for, check out these posts from easyWDW:
PassPorter's Free-Book to Walt Disney World It’s hard to believe anything is free at Walt Disney World; but there are actually a number of things you can get or do for little to no cost. This e-book documents over 200 free or cheap tips to do before you go and after you arrive. You could save a considerable amount of money following these tips. Perhaps more importantly; you can discover overlooked attractions and little-known details most people whiz by on their way to spend money. Click here to see free sample pages from the e-book! Get this popular e-book free of extra charges when you join the PassPorter's Club for as little as $4.95. A club pass includes access to all our other e-books; e-worksheets; super-size photos; and more! This e-book is also available for separate purchase in the PassPorter Online Store for just $5.95.
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I guess this is all a good thing. I mean at least I'll be able to get my little GD & GS on TSM at HS in March. But it sure takes the spontaneity out of the day.
The system is changing and evolving every day! Technically the system is still in testing--so I would look for more changes coming down the pipeline! Right now Epcot and DHS have tiered FP choices. They have a smaller number of attractions than MK that draw large crowds.
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Does anyone know how the Fastpass works with lining up good seating for the parade and shows? I mean, if it can guarantee me seats at Fantasmic, I wouldn't need the show/dinner package that I reserved. Are the viewing areas for fastpass for the parades really good areas for little ones to see the parades?? Or would be Still need to be there extra early? I'm still not sure I'm pleased with some of these changes Disney has made.
Does anyone know how the Fastpass works with lining up good seating for the parade and shows? I mean, if it can guarantee me seats at Fantasmic, I wouldn't need the show/dinner package that I reserved. Are the viewing areas for fastpass for the parades really good areas for little ones to see the parades?? Or would be Still need to be there extra early? I'm still not sure I'm pleased with some of these changes Disney has made.
I would suggest checking out this thread on DISboards:
He says that the FP+ option for Fantasmic is worthless because there isn't a reserved seating area. I've never done the Fantasmic dinner package and never had a problem getting a seat, but I do go during slower times of the year.
This post shows where the viewing areas for MSEP and Wishes are:
The Wishes reserved viewing area is in the Rose Garden, which bummed me out because it's where I usually watch from and the "standby" crowd can no longer access that area. I would say the it's worth the FP for Wishes, probably not for anything else in terms of night time entertainment. There are so many places to watch the parade from, that I've almost never had a problem. Keep in mind that the night time parade may be very crowded for the next few months as there is not a day time parade until the new one starts in the spring!
PassPorter's Free-Book to Walt Disney World It’s hard to believe anything is free at Walt Disney World; but there are actually a number of things you can get or do for little to no cost. This e-book documents over 200 free or cheap tips to do before you go and after you arrive. You could save a considerable amount of money following these tips. Perhaps more importantly; you can discover overlooked attractions and little-known details most people whiz by on their way to spend money. Click here to see free sample pages from the e-book! Get this popular e-book free of extra charges when you join the PassPorter's Club for as little as $4.95. A club pass includes access to all our other e-books; e-worksheets; super-size photos; and more! This e-book is also available for separate purchase in the PassPorter Online Store for just $5.95.
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