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I just read an article in this week's Mouseplanet.
I personally don't like the idea at all of them touching Fantasyland. As much as Abby loves the Princesses, I think enough is enough - there's enough meals, enough merchandise. I prefer Fantasyland, not Princess land.
Do you think that maybe they are thinking that there are more boy-type things in Adventureland and Tomorrowland, and therefore they need more princess stuff for the girls in Fantasyland? I have no idea ... just curious ...
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General comments about concerns of lack of boy type activities, (I do have a boy and no girls)
I thought during one part of the announcement they did have a picture of boys with swords and shields and mentioned nights in training. I'm sure Disney will not leave anyone out. We are, however, being typically human. Change is a very difficult thing, even when it is in Fantasyland. I hope in the end, we are all thrilled and enchanted by another magnificent Disney treat!
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General comments about concerns of lack of boy type activities, (I do have a boy and no girls)
I thought during one part of the announcement they did have a picture of boys with swords and shields and mentioned nights in training. I'm sure Disney will not leave anyone out. We are, however, being typically human. Change is a very difficult thing, even when it is in Fantasyland. I hope in the end, we are all thrilled and enchanted by another magnificent Disney treat!
I agree, I am very sad about Mickey and Minnie's houses. When are they closing? I don't think we'll be going back before summer of 2010. I hope they are still there then? You mentioned they will be closed in October of next year, did you see a timeline somewhere? I had not seen that in the articles I read! Very concerned as dd's first comment to me when I told the kids about his was "oh no, they can't take away Mickey and Minnie's houses!" And that is coming from a girl who loves princesses and fairies!
Also, in looking at the schematic I could not tell -does it look like they are doing away with the Snow White ride to you?
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And also, it doesn't look like much that we are used to in FL is leaving, with the possible/probable exception of Mickey & Minnie's houses & Donald's boat. I mean, it seems like the things we're used to will still be there, and mostly the princess stuff will be an addition. Right? If I understand correctly, Peter Pan, Philharmagic, Small World, & Teacups will remain. Dumbo will be updated.
What else are we losing? Pooh? (gosh I hope not)
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I'm looking forward to it as well. Not the biggest Princess fan but I think the expansion does sound interesting.
I distinctly remember when Disneyland's Fantasyland was being given a complete remodel/overhaul in 1983 . . . I was 7 . . . and Fantasyland was a MESS. The WDW expansion sounds far less invasive in that the majority of the work is being done behind the current Fantasyland and in the soon-to-be-former Toontown.
I like the idea of brining new things to the parks, and I have a girl who loves the Princesses. Still, I have a little boy and we will be going back to Disney in the future. He is okay with princesses right now, because he is little and he likes things that are lovey dovey, but I think in another 2 years he will not want anything to do with them. Maybe the whole Marvel purchase will bring more boy friendly attractions to WDW.
Here's what the Orlando Sentinel said about Mickey/Minnie's houses:
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Gone will be both of the walk-through country houses where guests were guaranteed to meet Disney's most famous characters: Mickey and Minnie Mouse.
Disney says Mickey and Minnie will get new homes near the front entrance of the park.
It doesn't say their houses will be moved, it says they will get new homes. I take that to mean they will have meet and greet areas near the front of the park, but not "houses" so to speak.
I'm still working on my D23 coverage (going to be a long time before I'm done), but I did live tweet both the announcement and the press conference. Probably easiest to see my facebook page for all that.
But right now just wanted to add that during the press conference they did stress that it's not intended to be directed at girls, but at families. there will be elements for everyone, it's just based on the Disney classics.
I have hundreds of photos I took to sort through. That's the main hold up (hundreds from the parks presentation, thousands over all).
Also I see that people were asking about the timeline. the project will be completed in two phases. while you will see some effects of the construction by end of 2010, the first phase which opens in 2010, involves working with a lot of area you can't normally see anyway.
I'm sure I've posted the satellite photo at least a couple of times that shows the incredible amount of space in the park that's currently inaccessible to guests, where I've mentioned The Little Mermaid will be going (as well as countless others as per the blueprint). that area will be worked on first, so you'll never see it coming.
I'm also more than happy to address any other questions here while awaiting my own updates.
I'm excited about the changes but sad for the one effect it has had on my trips. My family has decided they don't want to return until ALL the work is done. Looks like I need to take down my tickers.
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