One of the best loved, most popular and fastest rides in all of Walt Disney World is Test Track, found in Future World of Epcot. This unique experience puts guests in the “driver’s seat” of a test vehicle.
Originally opened on December 19, 1998, the attraction sponsored by General Motors replaced the previous World of Motion in the same basic structure. Many delays were experienced before the ride became operational owing to its complex nature and troubles encountered before it went live.
With one of the more elaborate queue lines in Disney, those waiting are given an indication of some of the testing that is done on vehicles and their parts before they are put in to use. Examples include electric windows, seat wear, tires, braking systems, drive-trains, etc. [click to continue…]
Those interested in the recent specials posted about Disneyland and Walt Disney World here on All Things Mouse may also be interested to know that the Disney Cruise Line has some specials of their own.
The first special worth noting is one that allows kids aged 17 and under to sail for free on select 7-night Caribbean cruises. The offer applies to cruises in the January 8, 2011 through March 5, 2011 window. 2 full fare adults must be booked in the same cabin with a minimum of a verandah stateroom required. Of course, government taxes and fees as well as any additional costs are not included for those children sailing free.
Cruisers booking this package will be sailing aboard the Disney Magic. They will have the option of either the 7-night Western Caribbean Cruise or the 7-night Eastern Caribbean Cruise. The Western Caribbean Cruise starts off with a stop in either Key West, Florida or Disney’s own private island Castaway Cay. The next day is a full day at sea with all the on-board activities available to guests. Days 4 or 5 finds guests in Grand Cayman or Cozumel. Day 6 is spent at sea with Day 7 at Disney’s Castaway Cay before arriving back in Port Canaveral on the morning of Day 8. [click to continue…]
by All Things Mouse Staff on August 29, 2010 Disney Movies
In celebration and preparation for the upcoming re-release of the animated Disney Classic Beauty and the Beast in a Diamond Edition Blu-ray™ and DVD Combo Pack, Fathom Events is planning to show the digitally remastered movie in true High Definition for two showings only.
Playing in select theaters nation-wide, the classic will be shown on September 29 at 6:30 PM and on October 2 at 12 PM (both at local time). Fans will have only these two opportunities to re-live the Beauty and the Beast experience, or have to wait a few more days and buy the new Blu-ray and DVD Combo Pack.
Fathom Events is known for its unique movie-going experiences. It offers many diverse opportunities for fans of many different genres to attend events in their local theaters. A quick look at some of the up-coming events scheduled through Fathom include a Rolling Stones concert, the Mosley vs. Mora Fight Live and a re-showing of the horror classic The Exorcist. These are in addition to a staple of the Fathom Events line-up – the Metropolitan Opera. [click to continue…]
With the recent mention of the current Walt Disney World Special Offers on All Things Mouse, it would probably be a good time to mention some of the current Disneyland Special Offers.
Top of the list is a Buy 3, Get 2 free offer. Under this special, those booking a qualifying room and ticket package of 3 nights can get 2 nights added on for no additional charge. The special applies to the Disneyland Resort Hotels (Disneyland Hotel, Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel and Disneys Grand Californian Hotel & Spa) and many of the Disneyland Good Neighbor Hotels.
The special offer also includes a bonus of 2 additional park days along with the 2 free nights. This equates out to 5 nights of hotel room and 5 days of park access for the normal price of 3 nights and 3 days. Qualifying packages must be booked by September 1st for arrivals no later than September 26, 2010. [click to continue…]
With all the emphasis on the Free Dining Special from Walt Disney World (which is extended well into next year), it might be of interest to many that Disney is also offering a couple of other specials.
While these specials are nothing new, it should be noted that at times, some may want to consider them instead of the free dining. This is not to say that free dining is not an extraordinary discount for many, it is just a fact that at times, the special is not available, or is not the best deal available for certain situations.
The first special Disney is offering in addition to free dining is a room only discount. This special would apply to those who are not booking a package, but instead are just reserving a room at one of the many Disney resort hotels. [click to continue…]
The park operating hours for Disneyland and California Adventure have been released for September 2010. The hours will come in handy for those individuals who are planning a trip there next month. Of course, hours have become slightly more limited as the crowd levels will be more manageable with school back in session.
The relatively new water / lights / sound / video show known as World of Color in California Adventure appears to be scheduled nightly, which is good as it has proven extremely popular with guests.
Morning Magic Hours are noted in the calendar with "MMH." Those who have visited Disneyland in the past may recognize the format as the previous "Early Entry." Walt Disney World patrons will find it is similar to the morning "Extended Magic Hours" offered there. However, there are a few requirements to keep in mind.
In a turn-about from what was expected to be the new Disney position, Walt Disney World has recently announced that the Free Dining promotion will be offered for many time-slots well into 2011.
This comes after Disney Chief Executive Officer Bob Iger announced late last year that the Disney discounts would be fewer and farther between [...]
One of the more quirky but still entertaining attractions to be found in Walt Disney World is Journey Into Imagination With Figment, located in the Imagination Pavilion of Epcot.
“Journey” has actually been through three major incarnations since it first appeared in Epcot in 1983, just months after the theme park opened itself. The first version [...]
For those planning a trip to Walt Disney World this holiday season, August 26th may be a very important day for you. It marks the first day in which Disney will be offering the 2010 Candlelight Processional Dinner Packages.
The free Candlelight Processional has come to be a favorite Christmas-time tradition for many who go [...]
It’s official – Walt Disney World has raised its ticket prices for theme park admission to the four on-property parks as of today, Thursday, August 5, 2010.
The increase is not unexpected by most. Disney has been raising these prices in the first part of August for the last several years. Still, some thought [...]