Originally Posted By Darkbeer Just got back from the parks, got there shortly after 7:30 AM, and pulled into the Parking Structure, only 4 toll booths open, and everyone was sent to Pinocchio, a bit of a wait (cars back to almost where the building overhang starts). Not much of a wait for the trams, the posters have been switched from the Holiday ads, to Rockin' Both Parks, one ad for Space, one for Screamin' and the one in the middle being generic. Lines were short, only a couple of people ahead of me at the Turnstiles in line a few minutes after 8 AM (and short lines at the Ticket Booths, which now have the new Multi-Day and CityPass prices posted). Went straight to Space Mountain, which was closed, and some folks waited. The Space Mountain sign still had "Space Mountain" in the LED's, but a new sign was added to the top of the LED's, "Rockin'" in the Red script that was being used in the early material (not the current Black letters, which are much more block like). I decided to ride the Matterhorn to check out the Sub Lagoon, as I was told that the water was scheduled to start being added last night. A bit of a wait, as the Matterhorn was running short handed and did not have a "grouper", basically the one person on the other side of the tracks was getting people to queue up in front of the air gates. This is not the most efficient system, but at least the ride was open. And guess what, the Sub Lagoon is about 1/4 (or maybe 1/3) filled, basically covering the tracks. Then headed back to Space Mountain, got a Fastpass then entered the Stand By Line (posted as a 20 minute wait). No changes to the queue area. I will write a more detailed description later, but the ride does have the new soundtrack, and lots of new lighting effects on the ride. The big drawback, you can see the track, and all the supporting structures, including the emergency stairs, etc. After that, took a ride on the Monorail, checking out the Sub Lagoon again. Looks like they have stopped filling the lagoon, many workers are doing a lot of work, including some "pool cleaners" with the standard mesh net trying to gather up debris and other trash, presumably to make sure that most of it will gotten at this early stage, where employees can still find a lot of dry ground in the Lagoon. Used my FASTPASS for a second ride on Space Mountain before heading over to DCA to check out Screamin' shortly after 10 AM. The Screamin' sign that runs horizontal has a new added "top" (shaped somewhat like a Diamond) that says "Rockin' California", along with some shiny material behind it. Ended up riding Screamin' 3 times, and wasn't impressed, the sound worked all three times, and didn't sound very good at all, very "scratchy", Red had the worst sound, Green was a bit better, and Blue sounded the best. No other changes than the sound at Screamin'. Then headed out of the park before Noon, and the ticket booth lines were curled around and started in the back of the booths. Driving out of the Parking Structure, noticed that the cars were backed up to the halfway point of the Ball Road Overpass, and then saw the signs that said Disneyland Park was Full, but California Adventure was still available. I would be prepared for capacity crowds at Disneyland everyday thru the 7th.
Originally Posted By Jonny626 Thanks for the update Darkbeer. Your updates are always appriciated as well as your pics. We'll have to do Jello Shots at the HoJo hottub next time I make it there. Just watch your step, no more head injuries lol
Originally Posted By Hans Reinhardt "Ended up riding Screamin' 3 times, and wasn't impressed..." Not surprised by your response at all. The whole Rockin' promotion is silly.
Originally Posted By SIR at X-S Tech I heard that all available WDI people who have offices at DL, including some pretty senior people, were recruited to help pick up cigarette butts in the lagoon, prior to the lagoon being filled. Gotta love Teamsters
Originally Posted By Darkbeer You Tube has videos already up from this morning.. Space.... <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nnDxXi9xG5Q" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v =nnDxXi9xG5Q</a> Screamin'... <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=esDibPb8HFQ" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v =esDibPb8HFQ</a>
Originally Posted By Darkbeer Here is a look at the Sub Lagoon partially full.... <a href="http://darkbeer.smugmug.com/gallery/2310941/4/120822156/Large" target="_blank">http://darkbeer.smugmug.com/ga llery/2310941/4/120822156/Large</a>
Originally Posted By ChampDisney I just love all the progress that is being made over at the Submarine Lagoon & I thank you Darkbeer for keeping a close eye at the lagoon every time you visit Disneyland.
Originally Posted By threeundertwo <---is pretty sure she couldn't snap an in-focus picture of the sub lagoon while zipping through the Matterhorn.
Originally Posted By DisneyDarren77 I was there yesterday. I arived after 12pm. One of the baggage check cast members said the Disneyland was sold out. I was able to purchase a Disneyland ticket, but I go California Adventure first and then enter Disneyland after 6pm. BTW, it was my first time at California Adventure.
Originally Posted By DisneyDarren77 I had a good time at California Adventure, it's a nice litle park. It's has potental. It needs more attractions with storylines and themes, and less amusement park type of rides. It definitely needs a big time family e-ticket ride in there. One thing I did not likes was that I felt most of the rides were too short. My time was limted, therefore I did not have enough time to see everything. Just enough time the major rides like to ride Soarin, Grizzly Rapids, California Screamin, TOT, and Monsters. My favorite attractions are Soarin and Monsters Inc. I prefer Orlando's Tower over the California's version better. My favorite areas were the Hollywood backlot and the little San Francisco part of the Golden State. The next time, I would like to try ITTBAB, and soak in more of the theming itself. I cannot wait for what Disney has in store for Midway Mania.
