Originally Posted By oc_dean So Spirit .... I've been skipping right to your posts .. the whole way through........ what are these changes coming to WDW?
Originally Posted By mrkthompsn It's impossible to be at the end of a customer lifecycle with Disney World and also pay attention to Laughingplace.com
Originally Posted By Spirit of 74 <<So Spirit .... I've been skipping right to your posts .. the whole way through........ what are these changes coming to WDW?>> When I have something to say, I'll say so, Dean But I do appreciate the fact that you skip everyone else's posts. That shows amazing intelligence and good taste on your part. would you like to be my first minion? (I haven't started the recruiting drive yet!)
Originally Posted By danyoung >It's impossible to be at the end of a customer lifecycle with Disney World and also pay attention to Laughingplace.com< I have found it interesting that there are some people who seem to be hanging around here just to tell everyone how much they're tired of WDW. I'm all for someone having a critical point of view like TDLFAN or the Spirit, as long as it's balanced by an obvious love of the place. But to spend the time to log in, read the messages, and then just post away about how little they care about anything - that just seems counter-productive.
Originally Posted By dshyates What I see are some life long customers who love what WDW used to be like. I don't know if its better or worse, but its definitely different. If you like the changes great. WDW is becoming less of what I'm looking for in a vacation. On the other hand DLR is putting a lot of money and effort into becoming closer to the Disney experience I expect. So They know what we are talking about, its just WDW doesn't have to try as long as the place is full. DCA wouldn't have gotten anything yet if it had been a hit. So I'll be going to the Disney Resort that provides the Disney experience I'm looking for. I'm not sure but this addiction to Disney parks but WDW burn out may have been one of the reason DLR got built at all. Disney has been aware since the late 80s that the Disney Demo is finite and that they for the most part had already been to WDW. And I have to admit that my Disney jets had cooled. To be honest I'm not all that impressed with DAK. Then I heard about a new Disney Park (DCA) coming stateside. So I was pretty excited for DCA. WOW was I disappointed. At that point I discovered LPBoards with people arguing that the place is great just a little light on attractions. And I've been here since then going "No, its fundamentally flawed and is a shining example of the decision making going on in the DisCo." That said I still believe DCA is the barometer to judge to Co. And I like what I see. Just like DAK caught carnyitis from the DCA mentality. Maybe the new spread of quality for quality's sake will extend itself east.
Originally Posted By pheneix >>>That shows amazing intelligence and good taste on your part. would you like to be my first minion?<<< He's not the first. I've been doing that for months now!
Originally Posted By dennis-in-ct <<I have found it interesting that there are some people who seem to be hanging around here just to tell everyone how much they're tired of WDW>> I think the discussions are a little more indepth than that - but I get your point. For me - I have a love for the Disney theme parks and am saving to go to TDS next year. I also can't wait to watch DCA transform (with the help of this and other Disney fans sites) and will be there in 2011 or 2012. My visit to Paris for the 15th was wonderful ... I am having issues with WDW. WDW I consider my home park. I love it and it's a crown jewel. I am saddened because they haven't done enough to keep my interest of late. I am open to the fact that this can change and I hope it does with the announcements SPIRIT mentioned. WDW needs to step it up aggresively to get my interest again. Int he meantime there are other Disney parks I can and will visit. People are allowed to have an opinion and this is a place for discussion.
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo >>>I have found it interesting that there are some people who seem to be hanging around here just to tell everyone how much they're tired of WDW<<< Maybe some of us do because we are hoping to read good news? Or of something new? Or to see if their exepriences were a one off? Or to measure the benchmarks against the other resorts providing a balanced scorecard? Or because we are such huge Disney fans we read combined and click on the posts that look interesting? In my case, it's all of the above.
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo As usual, I agree with where Dennis is coming from. FWIW - I do fancy trying the food and wine festival however. My next WDW trip, I might try a different take - stay off site with MArriott, and just visit Epcot and DAK - I'd probably come back with a whole different perspective.
Originally Posted By dshyates I recommend this place: <a href="http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/mcojw-jw-marriott-orlando-grande-lakes/" target="_blank">http://www.marriott.com/hotels /travel/mcojw-jw-marriott-orlando-grande-lakes/</a> Its better than any of the deluxes. If you want to kick it up another notch, the Ritz is next door.
Originally Posted By dshyates But this place is almost on prop (very convenient to EPCOT). I haven't stayed at this one. Its very new. It does look nice though. <a href="http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/mcowc-orlando-world-center-marriott-resort-and-convention-center/" target="_blank">http://www.marriott.com/hotels /travel/mcowc-orlando-world-center-marriott-resort-and-convention-center/</a>
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo I love the Marriotts, and as we own Vacation club, we can trade in with ease, already paid for.
Originally Posted By oc_dean >>But I do appreciate the fact that you skip everyone else's posts. That shows amazing intelligence and good taste on your part. would you like to be my first minion? (I haven't started the recruiting drive yet!)<< Heh-hee LOL With a full time job ... I just don't have the time to read every post .. So I have to filter out the side comments .. and get right to the juicy stuff .. So I just figured you are going to deliver the news .. As you said .... Coming in any day .......... So I figured, it was a matter of time, since your first post, you'd tell us what these plans are. But I wouldn't mind being your minion. I always enjoy what you have to say.
Originally Posted By dennis-in-ct << With a full time job ... >> Congrats Dean. I would love top hear about it sometime and catch up a bit. I hope your health is good as well. <<So I have to filter out the side comments>> You can simply say 'hi' now and then !
Originally Posted By dennis-in-ct << My next WDW trip, I might try a different take - stay off site with MArriott, and just visit Epcot and DAK >> When you do I hope I can be there as well. It would be funt to meet up and say 'hi' in person.
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo Dennis that would be great. We will be in California the last two weeks of feb, 1st week of March if you are heading out that way.
Originally Posted By MPierce >> I have found it interesting that there are some people who seem to be hanging around here just to tell everyone how much they're tired of WDW << If a relative or friend has taken a turn for the worst in your opinion sometimes you have to separate yourself from them. Some people feel a need to share these feelings with a group. It doesn't mean they don't still love their friend or relative. That's how I feel right now about WDW. It really has cost me an empty feeling about something I truly love. However, I will not turn my back on WDW because I am disappointed in it. >> But I do appreciate the fact that you skip everyone else's posts. That shows amazing intelligence and good taste on your part. would you like to be my first minion? (I haven't started the recruiting drive yet!) << I might be interested. There's not any kneeling, bowing or Kool-Aid involved is there?
Originally Posted By dennis-in-ct << 1st week of March if you are heading out that way. >> My 42nd B'day is in the beginning of March and I have gone to WDW in the past for the "event" .... no plans for a WDW as of right now but ya never know. I could just go to Orlando to visit a couple of great friends and enjoy the area!! Keep the 'comm' lines open Captain.
Originally Posted By dennis-in-ct << I will not turn my back on WDW because I am disappointed in it.>>> Well said!
