most recent 30 from http://askaboutthemouse.com 2010-09-09T02:23:52Z http://askaboutthemouse.com/feeds http://www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/2.5/rdf http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/203/how-can-i-get-a-reservation-to-club-33-disneyland Vinnie 2010-04-08T00:21:47Z 2010-09-04T11:22:19Z

<p>I'd like to dine at Disneyland's Club 33, but as I understand it you need to be a member. A member of what? How can I join</p>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/96/good-semi-quiet-place-to-take-my-child-for-a-nap-in-the-hollywood-studios Ask About The Mouse 2009-12-03T00:42:35Z 2010-09-03T00:22:18Z

<p>I'm looking for a good place to take my child for a nap at the Hollywood Studios. She'll probably fall asleep in her stroller, so I'm looking for a cooler, semi-private (quiet) spot we can sit and rest (maybe have a beer!) while she naps.</p>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/143/does-king-arthurs-sword-ever-come-out-of-the-anvil johnbell 2010-02-13T03:19:42Z 2010-08-25T15:33:14Z

<p>King Arthur's sword can be found stuck in it's anvil right by Cinderella's Golden Carousel in the Magic Kingdom. Of course people can be seen all day long taking a crack at pulling the sword from the stone. I think I've heard that it actually comes out occassionally, or used to, or something. Anyone have any details about this, or am I 'remembering' something that never was?</p>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/86/walt-disney-world-real-time-attraction-wait-time-applications-for-smartphones-or Vinnie 2009-11-19T17:18:37Z 2010-05-06T19:33:01Z

<p>I'm sure there websites or smart-phone apps that post real time (or near real time) attraction wait times. Which are some of the best - based on usability and accuracy of the information?</p> <p>I'm guessing some of the crowd sourced applications (where users in the parks post their own wait times) must be hit or miss based on who is in the parks and using that particular application. </p> <p>Disney must have this information internally to update their tip boards and the signs outside their attraction queues. Do they share this information through a feed of some sort?</p>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/62/what-can-i-expect-from-disney-magical-express Vinnie 2009-10-27T18:08:12Z 2010-04-28T22:00:16Z

<p>This is our first trip and we're using Disney's Magical Express to get from the Orlando Airport to the resort. I don't really know what to expect. I realize I don't need to pick up my bags, but what else do I need to need to know? It all seems so weird - but very nice too in not having to worry about getting a rental car, having directions ready, getting the luggage, etc.</p> <hr> <p><strong>UPDATE 3/3/10 :</strong> <a href="http://disneydaddy.blogspot.com/2010/02/tip-tuesday-disneys-magical-express.html" rel="nofollow">A great description of the service from "Disney Daddy" Chuck Lionberger</a></p>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/212/tomorrowland-stage-in-wdw 20K Rules 2010-04-27T21:10:49Z 2010-04-27T21:10:49Z

<p>What do you think will take the place of Stitch's supersonic celebration on the Tomorrowland stage at Disney World?</p>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/211/adding-characters-to-classic-disney-attractions 20K Rules 2010-04-27T02:06:35Z 2010-04-27T12:29:11Z

<p>How do you feel about the additions that Disney has been making to classic rides? For example, the new management angle for the Tiki Room in WDW or the Disney characters on the Small World ride in Disneyland. Should Disney characters appear everywhere? Are some rides better without the addition of these characters? (ie Pirates of the Caribbean)</p>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/71/did-the-jungle-cruise-always-include-the-jokes Vinnie 2009-10-31T13:23:40Z 2010-04-27T02:03:00Z

<p>On our last trip were were riding the Jungle Cruise and enjoying all the classic lines - but then we started wonder if the ride had always included these jokes? I know Walt's original vision for this ride was to include live animals, so I'm guessing he wanted it to be a more realistic experience. It made me wonder if the jokes were always a part of the ride - even after they made the decision to use slightly "less alive" animals - or if the original ride was more "realistic"?</p>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/90/best-options-for-a-last-minute-dining-reservation-at-walt-disney-world Vinnie 2009-11-24T13:13:35Z 2010-04-27T01:54:18Z

<p>I'm looking to make some last minute ADRs (advanced dining reservations) for an upcoming "surprise" trip to Walt Disney World. Any ideas for places where I might have some luck getting a reservation?</p>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/103/what-are-some-tips-to-get-high-scores-on-buzz-lightyears-space-ranger-spin Vinnie 2009-12-03T00:58:27Z 2010-04-27T01:47:15Z

<p>I really want to beat my kids and my wife. I know there must be some great tips out there.</p>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/205/burning-cabin-on-wdws-tom-sawyer-island Vinnie 2010-04-12T13:24:11Z 2010-04-27T00:26:21Z

<p>I love the history of Walt Disney World and Disneyland. Last summer I saw <a href="http://davelandblog.blogspot.com/2009/07/disneyland-year-5-august-1960-pt-5.html" rel="nofollow">this post on Daveland</a> with pictures of a burning settlers cabin on Tom Sawyer Island. The pictures were from 1960. The burning cabin was visible from the Mark Twain Riverboat on the Rivers of America.</p> <p>I rode the Liberty Belle during my most recent trip to Walt Disney World and saw a similar looking cabin on Tom Sawyer Island, but it was not burning. </p> <p>I guess I have a few questions:</p> <ul> <li>Did Walt Disney World's incarnation of the cabin ever burn?</li> <li>If so, does the cabin still burn? (maybe it was malfunctioning or turned off during my visit)</li> <li>Does the original cabin in Disneyland still burn?</li> </ul> <p>This looks like one of those cool details that Imagineers put around the parks to further tell their story. I could totally understand if it didn't operate anymore for safety reasons or something - but it would be <em>SO COOL</em> if it did.</p>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/202/when-was-the-last-time-the-main-street-electrical-parade-performed-at-walt-disney Vinnie 2010-04-06T00:01:24Z 2010-04-13T20:16:40Z

<p>I remember the Main Street Electrical Parade from the last "family trip" with my parents and brothers around 1990. I'm really excited about it's return this summer and sharing it with my wife and daughter (who've never seen it). How long has this arade been gone from the Magic Kingdom?</p>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/177/what-is-the-closure-schedule-for-walt-disney-worlds-fantasyland-mickeys-toontow Vinnie 2010-02-25T23:07:22Z 2010-04-11T13:01:18Z

<p>I have a few friends looking to plan a trip to Walt Disney World in either late 2010 or in 2011. They have young families and Fantasyland will be a huge priority for them. I know the <a href="http://www.orlandosentinel.com/travel/attractions/orl-bk-new-fantasyland-disney-world-magic-kingdom,0,7274675.story" rel="nofollow">Fantasyland expansion</a> will be completed in 2 phases - opening in 2012 and 2013 - but when will the current Fantasyland start to close the attractions for construction.</p> <p>I'm specifically looking for any closure info about the following attractions:</p> <ul> <li>Mickey's Toontown (a biggie assuming another themed Mickey area or princess meet and greet is not opened)</li> <li>Dumbo</li> <li>Will these be affected - Snow White, Mickey's Philharmagic, Peter Pan, Pooh?</li> </ul> <p>Many thanks!</p> <hr> <p><strong>UPDATES</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>[March 3, 2010]</strong> - <a href="http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2010/03/fantasyland-expansion-begins-with-groundbreaking-at-magic-kingdom-park/" rel="nofollow">Groundbreaking has begun!</a></li> <li><strong>[March 5, 2010]</strong> - I've heard from <a href="http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;source=web&amp;ct=res&amp;cd=1&amp;ved=0CAsQFjAA&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wdwmagic.com%2FAttractions%2FTown-Square-Exposition-Hall%2FNews%2F28Jan2010-Construction-on-the-new-Mickey-and-Minnie-meet-and-greet-at-Town-Square-Expo-Hall-to-begin-soon.htm&amp;ei=vxKRS52iIIeVtgeV1eCZCw&amp;usg=AFQjCNF0XF116HR9y4R2Jv4Enj5aWTHx8g&amp;sig2=NPFPVFKSvTZNUFEdiloEqQ" rel="nofollow">numerous</a> <a href="http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;source=web&amp;ct=res&amp;cd=5&amp;ved=0CBsQFjAE&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fsrsounds.com%2Fforum%2Fshowthread.php%3Ft%3D15939&amp;ei=vxKRS52iIIeVtgeV1eCZCw&amp;usg=AFQjCNFUow4wQWFa5myts_J2LJozTx_z-Q&amp;sig2=8rJnso_xL7ORt9U9ORrbeg" rel="nofollow">unofficial</a> <a href="http://www.wdwnewstoday.com/archives/5054" rel="nofollow">sources</a> speculation that construction is taking place in Exposition Hall on Main St. to house a new Mickey meet and greet once the Toontown Fair is closed later in 2010.</li> <li><strong>[April 11, 2010]</strong> - The <a href="http://allears.net/ae/ae.htm" rel="nofollow">AllEars</a> weekly newsletter for April 6th reports that Ariel's Grotto and Pooh's Playful Spot may be closing as soon as April 11th to make way for construction to begin there.</li> </ul>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/204/what-animals-are-on-the-animal-kingdom-lodge-safari Vinnie 2010-04-08T03:28:58Z 2010-04-08T03:28:58Z

<p>To make myself feel better for allowing my daughter to miss school to travel to Walt Disney World, I'm helping her write a report on the animals we'll see during our stay at the Animal Kingdom Lodge. The problem is: I don't know what animals are on the resort's safari. Is there a list somewhere? </p> <p>I'd like to prepare by researching these animals and their behaviors, then documenting our experience and observations - and of course taking plenty of pictures. Thanks in advance!!</p>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/141/is-the-multiplane-camera-still-used Vinnie 2010-02-13T02:36:42Z 2010-03-28T17:50:06Z

<p>When last visiting Hollywood Studios, the "One Man's Dream" attraction, and seeing the exhibit for the multiplane camera, I began to wonder if it's still used to create animated films or shorts today. Was it used in the "Princess &amp; the Frog"? </p> <p>Recently watching "Tarzan" and "Hunchback of Notre Dame" it looks like the camera could have been used in those films as well, as each movie has an impressive feeling of depth of scene. It would be sort of amazing if it were still used in the age of "everything computer "considering "the multiplane" was invented in the early 1930's.</p>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/199/how-far-is-around-the-world-in-epcot Bruce Bell 2010-03-25T00:17:33Z 2010-03-25T01:19:46Z

<p>Anybody know how far it is around the "World Showcase" at Epcot?</p>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/197/whats-it-like-to-dine-at-the-turf-club-at-saratoga-springs Vinnie 2010-03-24T22:29:32Z 2010-03-24T22:35:16Z

<p>I'm looking for a dining review of the Turf Club at Saratoga Springs.</p> <ul> <li>What's the menu like?</li> <li>How's the service?</li> <li>Ambiance?</li> </ul>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/191/can-a-family-of-5-with-small-children-stay-in-a-regular-walt-disney-world-room Vinnie 2010-03-08T14:41:53Z 2010-03-17T17:46:10Z

<p>When do small children "count" as a room guest with regard to Walt Disney World hotels? </p> <p>For instance, I know that children under 3 don't require park admission and there is a different age when children on the dining plan must purchase the adult plan. When is that "magic age" when children start to count as adults at the Walt Disney World resort hotels?</p> <p>For instance, can a family of 5 (children ages 6, 4 &amp; 3) stay in a regular resort room or would they require a larger (more expensive) room like a family suite? </p> <p>If they can stay in a regular room while the children are small, at what age would Disney count the kids as adults and require that the family move to a larger room accommodation designed for 5 people?</p>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/187/what-are-the-details-for-summer-nightastic-at-walt-disney-world Vinnie 2010-03-05T14:29:37Z 2010-03-17T17:06:27Z

<p>Looking for some details on the new Summer Nightastic promotion at Walt Disney World announced for Summer 2010.</p> <ul> <li>When does it start?</li> <li>When does it end?</li> <li>What special activities or events are planned?</li> </ul>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/194/do-any-of-the-old-lake-buena-vista-dwellings-still-exist-today-can-they-be-rent Vinnie 2010-03-16T13:58:41Z 2010-03-16T14:07:52Z

<p>It's fascinating to read about the developments and concepts for expanding Lake Buena Vista during the 70's and 80s.</p> <p>The dwellings were architecturally interesting with many energy efficient components and consisted of:</p> <ul> <li>Vacation Villas </li> <li>The Treehouses </li> <li>The Fairway Villas</li> <li>Club Lake Villas</li> </ul> <p><strong>Other than the Treehouse Villas (recently rebuilt as part of the Saratoga Springs resort), do any of these dwellings still exist today? Can they still be rented?</strong></p> <hr> <blockquote> <p><strong>NOTE:</strong> Read more about these dwellings, the evolution of the Lake Buena Vista complex, and all the other forward thinking ideas for this complex (like utilizing a PeopleMover and the Monorail as transportation options!) in these awesome articles:</p> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.2719hyperion.com/2010/03/lake-buena-vista-story-part-one-1969.html" rel="nofollow">The Lake Buena Vista Story, Part One: 1969 - 1975</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.2719hyperion.com/2010/03/lake-buena-vista-story-part-two-1975.html" rel="nofollow">The Lake Buena Vista Story, Part Two: 1975 - 1982</a></li> </ul> </blockquote>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/189/how-many-disney-parks-exist-how-many-will-be-built-in-the-near-future-where unknown (google) 2010-03-06T17:42:51Z 2010-03-09T13:46:23Z

<p>Just looking for a convenient list of all the Disney parks worldwide (a checklist!).</p>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/190/what-happened-to-tiffani-hale-of-mickey-mouse-club-and-the-party WhereisTiff 2010-03-07T21:12:00Z 2010-03-08T14:28:01Z

<p>What happened to Tiffani Hale of Mickey Mouse Club and The Party?</p>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/188/how-does-the-dinner-package-work-for-the-candlelight-processional-in-epcot Vinnie 2010-03-05T18:22:12Z 2010-03-05T18:22:12Z

<p>My parents are going to Epcot over the holidays. Based on what I've heard (not much), I'm going to recommend they book a dinner package to get the reserved seating for the Candlelight Processional.</p> <p>How does this work? My many questions include:</p> <ul> <li>Do they call the regular dining reservations line to book this package?</li> <li>Are the seats determined by the type of restaurant they go to? Are there even different levels to the package?</li> <li>Are the actual seats "reserved" or is it general admission for all the package seating? If GA, how soon should I tell them to get there in advance of the show?</li> <li>Is dinner typically before or after the show - or can they choose? </li> <li>Do they pick up their reserved seating tickets at the restaurant?</li> <li>Can they order from the full menu? Are appetizers &amp; desserts included?</li> </ul>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/173/what-attractions-at-the-magic-kingdom-have-fastpass-lines johnbell 2010-02-25T18:31:53Z 2010-03-04T13:45:42Z

<p>Does anyone have a complete list of the attractions at the Magic Kingdom that have Fastpass lines?</p>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/174/what-attractions-at-epcot-have-fastpass-lines johnbell 2010-02-25T18:32:49Z 2010-03-04T13:44:16Z

<p>Does anyone have a complete list of the attractions at Epcot that have Fastpass lines?</p>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/175/what-attractions-at-animal-kingdom-have-fastpass-lines johnbell 2010-02-25T18:33:50Z 2010-03-04T13:42:35Z

<p>Does anyone have a complete list of the attractions at Animal Kingdom that have Fastpass lines?</p>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/176/what-attractions-at-hollywood-studios-have-fastpass-lines johnbell 2010-02-25T18:35:21Z 2010-03-04T13:41:20Z

<p>Does anyone have a complete list of the attractions at Hollywood Studios that have Fastpass lines?</p>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/180/why-was-20-000-leagues-under-the-sea-at-the-magic-kingdom-closed johnbell 2010-03-01T12:21:14Z 2010-03-03T18:59:57Z

<p>I've read lots of rumors about why this attraction was closed, does anyone know the "real" reason(s)? Some that I've heard include:</p> <ul> <li>High maintenance costs </li> <li>Not being wheelchair accessible</li> <li>Maintenance effort too high for staff </li> <li>Making room for other attractions</li> </ul> <p>I loved this ride and am just wondering why it had to go.</p>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/151/when-do-value-regular-peak-or-holiday-rates-apply-at-walt-disney-world-resorts johnbell 2010-02-16T12:17:40Z 2010-03-03T16:16:06Z

<p>I'm aware that Walt Disney World resort rates vary depending on what time of year you go and are categorized as value, regular, peak, or holiday rates. Does anyone know when each of these rate categories apply in 2010?</p>

http://askaboutthemouse.com/questions/72/disneyland-electical-light-parade-performs-seasonally-what-does-it-mean Vinnie 2009-11-02T17:28:53Z 2010-03-01T18:55:49Z

<p>I was looking at <a href="http://disneyland.disney.go.com/disneyland/en_US/calendar/monthly/monthly?name=CalendarMonthlyPage" rel="nofollow">the calendar for Disneyland</a> and cannot find any scheduled times for the Electrical Light Parade. When <a href="http://disneyland.disney.go.com/disneyland/en_US/parks/entertainment/detail?name=DisneysElectricalParadeEntertainmentPage" rel="nofollow">I found the parade on the Disneyland website</a>, it mentions that it is performed "seasonally". What does that mean?</p> <p>I definitely want to see this, and would like to plan my trip around when it will be shown.</p> <hr> <p><strong>UPDATE:</strong> <a href="http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2010/02/main-street-electrical-parade-returns-to-walt-disney-world-resort-this-summer/?utm_source=feedburner&amp;utm_medium=feed&amp;utm_campaign=Feed%3A+DisneyParks+%28Disney+Parks+Blog%29&amp;utm_content=Google+Reader" rel="nofollow">The Electrical Light Parade will be moving to Walt Disney World in June 2010</a>.</p>