Disneyland Resort (DL, DLR, DCA) Discussion Thread

[COASTER FREAK 11]

They would just change the name, like they did at EPCOT. It would just be called Sorin'.

[cfc]

^Or perhaps just "Snorin'."

[COASTER FREAK 11]

LOL, yeah... Unfortunately, the ride cars have very little range of motion.

[SoCalCoasters]

I think it would be great if they redid Soaring' with the same style of system at Star Tours, with multiple ride programs. Although, I don't think the current projector would allow for such a system.

 

I really want them to keep it California, as it seems like most of the park is going away from the CA theme a bit...

[COASTER FREAK 11]

^Are you joking? The entrance is themed to LA, Hollywoodland is Hollywood, the Pier is the SoCal Pier parks, Carsland is set to mimic Route 66 with was a major California route, the wharf is San Francisco, Condor Flats is about our aviation history, and Grizzly is all about California forests... Other then BugsLand, what isn't themed to California?

[DBJ]

I think that if the ever do change the film, and I hope they do soon, they can still use the CA theme. Just have the viewer take off from LAX to somewhere else in the world, then back to CA & Disneyland. Heck, they can even make it more thrilling by having near mid air collisions over LAX, just like real life. Or break free from the traveling concept, and have the guests accompany a Disney / Pixar character while they soar in the skies over CA & DL. Plenty of options really to refresh the film actually.

[COASTER FREAK 11]

Woo hoo, its finally announced!

 

Disney Parks Blog

 

 

I’m so excited to let you know that there will soon be a new place to satisfy your sweet tooth at the Disneyland Resort. In late spring 2012, a new Ghirardelli location will open at the Pacific Wharf area, inside Disney California Adventure park!

 

The soda fountain and chocolate shop, similar to the location at Downtown Disney in the Walt Disney World Resort – which has been a must-do for me (and many of you, I’m sure) for 13 years – will feature Ghirardelli’s world-famous hot fudge sundaes and chocolate products. And each guest will be able to receive complimentary samples of their signature Ghirardelli Squares chocolate!

 

You can find out more about Ghirardelli – their chocolate treats, products and gifts – by checking out their Facebook page.

 

I know I’ll be counting down the days until I can get my Ghirardelli hot fudge sundae! Who’s with me?

 

I'm really excited for this!

 

ADMIN EDIT: I went ahead and added a larger version of the concept art!

Edited December 1, 2011 by jedimaster1227

[DBJ]

And it's happening relatively quickly too! From Dec 2011 to late spring 2012 is not that long of a wait. Very good news.

[jedimaster1227]

^Just remember that the Mission Tortilla Factory has been closed for quite some time now (since the beginning of the Summer, I believe), and the windows have been blacked out since it closed. I'd imagine they'd already started on the interior not long after it originally closed, so they probably got a good head start on prepping the building for its new tenant.

[cfc]

I always thought it a bit odd that Florida has a Ghirardelli shop while Disney in California does not. This is good news, indeed--Ghirardelli sundaes are great!

[larrygator]

^Just remember that the Mission Tortilla Factory has been closed for quite some time now (since the beginning of the Summer, I believe), and the windows have been blacked out since it closed. I'd imagine they'd already started on the interior not long after it originally closed, so they probably got a good head start on prepping the building for its new tenant.

 

And the ride system will be very simple!

[Jew]

Free chocolate? Sold!

Edited December 1, 2011 by Jew

[SharkTums]

^Is Free Chocolate > Free Tortillas?

 

Do you think you'll get a whole bag on your birthday!?

[COASTER FREAK 11]

^ That would be great! I sure hope so.

[chrisdanger]

Free chocolate trumps tortillas any and every day in my book

[gisco]

Nice addition to the park. When we are in Florida, we always go to the one in Downtown Disney.

[Wes]

Can't wait to pour chocolate sauce on my broccoli and cheese soup bread bowl!

[eddytheviper]

Hi guys,

 

Not sure which thread to have put this in, is a bit of an odd link here however, as there was a picture of Cali Screamin', I thought it would be most appropriate here.

 

Right, the premise is that this kid went on a vacation to Disneyland and obviously had a really "good time".

 

Made me laugh, I do realise it doesn't contribute to any discussion on the park or anything, it just made me smile so, thought i'd share it.

 

The happiest kid in Disneyland... ever

[SoCalCoasters]

I forgot to post this here.

 

For anyone who wanted to know what CA Screamin' was like with the Red Hot Chili Peppers audio, I overlaid it on my POV:

 

[The49er]

Mater's Junkyard Jamboree has begun daily testing!

 

[jray21]

Can't wait for the area to open!

[Jew]

I really love how open WDI has been with this project. Kudos to Disney for finally joining the modern age of PR.

[COASTER FREAK 11]

Yeah! Its free advertising for the things they are doing. Pop it up on youtube and let people watch.

[SharkTums]

I like the idea of having a small kids ride right near the Cars ride. I spent many times sitting in the Test Track show room baby swapping before KT hit 40"!

[jedimaster1227]

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2011/12/iluminate-brightens-up-holiday-nights-with-a-dazzling-display-of-dance-and-lights-at-electronica/

 

TV audiences were blown away by the fame-turning appearance of iLuminate on “America’s Got Talent.” Now see an exclusive, jaw-dropping performance with incredible lighting effects, eye-boggling illusions and amazing dancers – only at ElecTRONica!

 

Fifteen dates are scheduled to electrify your nights, including Christmas, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day!

 

December 20-23, 2011

December 25-27, 2011

December 29-31, 2011

January 1-2, 2012

January 6-8, 2012

Schedule subject to change

 

Whether you caught this sensational combination of explosive dancers and the hottest, newest entertainment technology on ABC’s “Dancing with the Stars,” “The American Music Awards” or Disneyland Grad Nites, iLuminate is charged up to take you on a roller-coaster ride of dance, music and lights!

 

iLuminate will perform two sets a night on the Hollywood Pictures Backlot Stage as part of an already full night of entertainment inside the Grid. Brighten up your holiday season with iLuminate, only at ElecTRONica at Disney California Adventure park!

 

Most of you know how much I love ElecTRONica, but I cannot express how jealous I am that iLuminate is coming to the park! I loved seeing them on TV and was impressed by them beyond words. I guess I can start praying that they'll build a permanent theater at Universal Orlando for this group sometime down the road... I'm a dreamer, but it already happened once with another one of my favorite performance groups!