Originally Posted By ExplorerDave If things are indeed starting to look brighter in the Magic Kingdom what is the ONE thing that you'd like to see fixed first, besides general upkeep? That’s a given. For me it’s easy, get rid of the “New Management†in the Tiki Room. The Tiki Room was my personal all time favorite Disney attraction. It has been destroyed by those who thought it a good idea to add an insulting Iago, insulting script, and show tunes that are not in any way on theme. I found the Under New Management show to be not just insulting but outright offensive. I only saw it once and that was far more than enough. That does not mean that there couldn’t be some changes to the show, including new music, but it should be on theme, not music that is off theme even if it’s the best music ever written, it doesn’t belong there if it’s off theme. With a show like that I think it could be easy to program a cycle of different shows to keep it fresh, just keep each show on theme and DON’T insult the original show. Actually I think this could also be a very good place for some live character interaction with the audience as well. I think it would be really cool to have newlyweds, birthdays, and anniversaries, etc. acknowledged by the bird hosts with some interaction. So what is the first ONE thing (no big lists!) that you would like to see improved in the MK? David
Originally Posted By TongaToast I would love to see the old shops on Main Street come back. I agree with so many people here that the merchandise has been dumbed down and homogenized, it makes me very nostalgic for the variety of stores and items that have since been replaced. The Magic Shop was such a treat as a kid so if I had to pick just one that would be it.
Originally Posted By christiemarsh88 I'm gonna get some real abuse, but... I'd like to see the Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse space actually be put to good use. That thing has never interested me. I guess that giant tree does lend an atmosphere to Adventureland, though.
Originally Posted By brotherdave Please, not the Treehouse! It's very atmospheric and nostalgic, plus a major Adventureland landmark. Personally, I'd like to see an E-ticket mountain rise on the former 20,000 Leagues site, or better yet, a complete extension of Fantasyland through that site leading up to the railroad tracks. Build a major mountain attraction at the end that could be that area's 'weenie' to draw guests. But as you approach, a wonderful Story Book village, similar to Disneyland's FL with new dark ride attractions, possibly Pinocchio & Alice, but some different ones as well such as Little Mermaid or 101 Dalmatians. New themed restaurants and possibly even the MK's own Storybookland Canal Boats and Casey Jr. would be nice. ANYTHING is better than just a simple Pooh's playground. It could lead to another path to connect Toontown Fair which could also get a huge makeover and expansion. This could be a HUGE hit with the family crowds, while the new mountain attraction would appeal to the older kids and thrill seekers. (Perhaps a heavily themed water coaster utilizing state-of-the-art effects?) THAT would certainly put a great deal of magic back in the Magic Kingdom, don't you think?
Originally Posted By SpectroWishes321 I think they should destroy the playground and rebuild the lagoon, but a bit smaller to make room for the village and mountain. In the lagoon they could have a small, but detailed Little Mermaid Attraction. Then, they could build a nicely themed bridge over the lagoon into the Story Book Village, with the same stuff that you mentioned brotherdave, with the Story Book Canal Boats, except I'd like to see the Mr. Toad ride rebuilt there, an Alice in Wonderland Maze like at DLP, along with a 101 Dalmations ride. In the back looms the mountain. Maybe they could use the Dragon Tower concept from Beastly Kingdom for the mountain.
Originally Posted By Skellington88 Restore lost capacity: -Bring back the Canoes and Keelboats on the Rivers of America. Those were fun attractions for guests. -Bring back the Skyway Gondolas. -The park needs a new e-ticket -Space Mountain, Big Thunder, Jungle Cruise, and Peter Pan need to get upgraded to at least the quality and technology level they are in Disneyland. The florida versions are extremly stale and dated and their popularity will decline overtime if soemthing isnt done. -Eventually I would like Disney to come up with good, noncharecter tie-in replacements for Tiki Room, Stitch's great escape, Monsters inc. laugh floor, and Buzz Lightyear (Toy Story mania renders this cardboard cutout ride completly pointless)
Originally Posted By Spirit of 74 Added capacity would be a good thing ... and not just attraction wise, but dining and shopping too. Cleanliness and upkeep would also be at the top of the list. Leaving gum all over the pavement is a no-no. Entertainment would need to be expanded greatly ... a real Western show in the Diamond Horseshoe, shows on the Tomorrowland Stage year-round, more than one show at the castle ... more atmospheric entertainment around the park. Differentiation of lands ... NO MORE cartoon characters running amuck (newsflash to Disney newbies, but that is NOT what the MK was supposed to be about) ... merchandise that fits ... no High School Musical, Pirates and princess stuff all over ... I would bring every park attraction into the 21st century in terms of technology and quality show. Overall ... though ... I'd just make the MK a much more multi-layered experience ... and not the watered down WalMarted version we've had for a decade. This may be shocking, but there really was a time when Main Street was for more than watching a parade, buying a Grumpy sweatshirt or walking up it in 3-4 minutes to get to 'the rides.' The MK has become very generic Disney and that isn't good ... it needs to be a multi-layered, multi-sensory experience ... with nuances ... everything doesn't have to beat you over your head with DISNEY MAGIC!
Originally Posted By TDLFAN I just want the MK to be apar in quality, cleanliness and technology with the other DL parks around the World. It's so outdated as it is right now.
Originally Posted By demderedoseguys Improve the quality of the food at not only the MK, but at WDW as a whole. Half the fun of going to WDW used to be the cuisine. Now,the food for the most part is below average, at best.
Originally Posted By TDLFAN In regards to food at WDW, G-Fan and I just spent 3 days at TDR and we ate different types of menus and meals every single day of our visit. Most of them buffeteria style (Queen of Hearts/Portofino Cafe/Plaza restaurant, etc..) We also enjoyed great Halloween event special set menus and other temporary halloween goodies like pumpking mousse...etc. Why can't they do this at WDW as well? The last 3 days at TDR have made me realize how much I miss NOT being able to just go into the Crystal Palace at WDW and grab a tray and go... without the gimmicks of having to dine with characters and fighting others at the all-you-can-eat buffet area. PLEASE!!! Bring back at least ONE buffeteria style (without being a reservation-only or character meal) restaurant to the MK. I miss my spaghetti/meatballs at the Crystal Palace!
Originally Posted By bobbelee9 The delicious fruit salad at the Crystal Palace, it was a huge meal, and the first time I ever had real fresh ripe pineapple. I always thought fresh pineapple was suppose to make you pucker up. And with the creamy dressing, it was one of my favorite WDW meals. I enjoy the characters, but not at every meal.
Originally Posted By Spirit of 74 The MK has by far the worst amount of variety and choice of any Disney park in the USA when it comes to dining. Other than lunch at LTT and an occassional desperation meal at Pecos Bill's or Cosmic Ray's, I never dine there. It's all burgers, chicken fingers and character dining. No choice. No variety. Bleh.
Originally Posted By bobbelee9 ^^^The Plaza? Columbia Harbour? I haven't had a burger at WDW since the demise of Adventureland Verandah.
Originally Posted By demderedoseguys ^^ The Plaza is also one of my favorite places for a good old fashioned lunch.
Originally Posted By demderedoseguys ^^I think service is a problem at almost any WDW restaurant since the inception of DDP. I've also had bad service at the Plaza, but never bad food.
Originally Posted By Spirit of 74 Actually, I had a wonderful dinner at the Plaza recently with my very fave Texan ... hadn't been there in years. But it is indeed worth dining at ... it just gets overlooked because it is small and can be easily missed.
