Originally Posted By Jonny626 I am headed to Disneyland in 56 days and was wondering about World Of Color seating options. There are 15 of us in my group. We were looking into dining at Arial's Grotto with the seating package. Other options are the picnic seating package or just doing general seating. Any suggestions on what the best option is?? Is the dining package worth it?? etc....? Thanks in advance for any help.
Originally Posted By mickeymorris1234 Dining is 100% worth it. You get amazing seats and great food (for the most part I did Tatroia not Arial's) The premium viewing area is dead center and elevated so there is no obstructions. If you go the Fastpass ticket route (free) hope for the Blue section its the best. They change up all the time which color goes first so I don't know what Blue will be when you go. Picnic seating also changes your color as well. The only way you have gaurenteed perfect spots is to buy the 40.00 meal at the Tatoria or Ariels.
Originally Posted By DlandDug World of Color Picnics are a good option, but the Premium Dining is guaranteed. The best aspect of it is not having to spend valuable touring time standing around waiting for the show to begin.
Originally Posted By wonderingalice Hey Doug... We'll have my mom-in-law with us in December and she'll be on an ECV. Assuming WOC is being presented then, we're planning on doing a dining package. My concern is that due to the low profile viewing from the ECV, they'll put us up front... in the Soak Section. LOL What can ya tell me about our options?
Originally Posted By Jonny626 Thank you for the advise. I think we will spend the extra money for the full dining package. Can't wait!!!!
Originally Posted By cheesybaby Jonny626 - there are no seats. For anyone. No seats. Everybody must stand up.
Originally Posted By sjdimon PMFJI - We were there in July with a person in a wheelchair - we got our passes around mid-morning for the 10:15 showing. Asked about the wheelchair and were told where to queue up at 9:00 PM for the wheelchair viewing area. When we were ni the line, we were asked if we wanted the Soak Section, or the non-Soak Section. We opted for the non-Soak Section and ended up being in a fairly large area with only 6 other people. There were 3 benches in the area - so we all ended up with front row seats, totally unobstructed, and we didn't get wet. The view was spectacular (it felt like we were right in the middle of the fountains) and it was great having the seats. Stew
Originally Posted By tashajilek Just be careful to be very early even if you purchase the prefered dining option. I ate at Ariels which had a great appies and awesome desserts! The main courses are ok, but you wont go hungry. I got to the line up 30mins before the required time and if i was going to be any later the spot i got might not be that great. I litterally got the last view without people blocking me. I dont think its worth paying upward of $40 if you end up standing in the back! Just be early and go as close to the front as possible, exculding the splash zone
Originally Posted By DlandDug >>My concern is that due to the low profile viewing from the ECV, they'll put us up front... in the Soak Section. LOL What can ya tell me about our options? << Yes, there are disabled sections at every level. I accompanied a friend in a wheelchair one night and we ended up halway back (they didn't want to get wet, either). Disabled guests are also allowed to go in early and get situated, which is a big help.
Originally Posted By DlandDug >>I dont think its worth paying upward of $40 if you end up standing in the back! Just be early and go as close to the front as possible, exculding the splash zone << The Prefered areas are fairly extensive. Even in "the back" you should be able to stand at a fence. Bear in mind that most guests crowd to the closer sections, not realizing the view from the upper levels is excellent.
Originally Posted By Sparrow We were in the "soak section" last weekend and barely got misted. I wouldn't worry too much about getting drenched.
Originally Posted By wonderingalice Thanks very much, Doug... I appreciate the details! Good to know they've taken it all into consideration. My mom-in-law will be 84 this visit. She's never been during the holidays (we brought her in May 2006 for her first time and I'd like to make it all as great as possible. Sparrow... I wouldn't be concerned if it weren't December, but it can get cold and humidity damp then even without a misting.
Originally Posted By Sparrow <<Sparrow... I wouldn't be concerned if it weren't December, but it can get cold and humidity damp then even without a misting. >> Too true! I understand completely. But being the shameless consumer that I am, I would probably sit there on purpose in December so I would have an excuse to get a new sweatshirt and a hot chocolate after. Haha
Originally Posted By ksargen On a truly windy evening, everyone could get a bit wet. It's a fine mist. The closer to it you are, the more mist you're likely to see. If you're really concerned, wear a jacket or a poncho...
