Originally Posted By Kayoss I'll be posting a new land each day! First up, over 80 photos of Arabian Coast! Enjoy! <a href="http://web.mac.com/okwhatev/iWeb/disneysea" target="_blank">http://web.mac.com/okwhatev/iW eb/disneysea</a>
Originally Posted By Kayoss preview highlights here: <a href="http://www.themeparkreview.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=256379#256379" target="_blank">http://www.themeparkreview.com /forum/viewtopic.php?p=256379#256379</a>
Originally Posted By dennis-in-ct I love your comments ! too funny. Also, you have framed the fortress in front of Mt Prometheus the BEST I have ever seen. Your photo was *the* best shot I have ever seen of that area. For some reason - any other photo I have seen fore-shortens (sp?) the detail of that space. The other shots on your blog aew fantastic. I love the shots of the detail of construction and simple shots of the material used. THAT is exactly the stuff I eat-up The "icing" on TDS is indeed breath-taking. I can't wait to see it in person. Thank you for taking these types of shots and getting so many unusual angles not before seen. For example, the shot from the fortress looking toward the brigde with the Tower in the background. Awseome. You are posting some fantastic stuff - keep up the great blog Please share your impressions of the shows and Mythica. How does this place compare to Epcot or Animal Kingdom in terms of design or elaborate lush details? Have you been to Disneyland Paris? How does this compare?
Originally Posted By Kayoss Thanks so much for the comments. They mean a lot. I agree, you truly can't appricate the detail in Tokyo DisneySea until you see the intricate detail of almost every object close-up, which is hopefully what will come across in my photos. No time now to do a written TR, but I can quickly say Mythica is severely underrated, and also seems a bit retooled from the version I saw posted online. It's a GREAT show, and the AAs are amazing. Tokyo DisneySea is absoutely the top when it comes to design, lush details and theming... even it's critics agree that it's tops in the theming and design department. It blows away the stuff at Epcot and Animal Kingdom, although they are both beautifal parks in sections. It's just the sheer amount of 'limitless' cash they had to 'overbuild' DisneySea. Everything is over the top in design, with no 'off the shelf' building materials and custome lights, light fixtures, tiles, glass, you name it. It reeks of being all hand done, and expensive as hell. It's really one-of-a-kind in this department. Disneyland Paris is also outstandingly beautifal, but sadly has not been maintained as well as DisneySea. It's the most beautifal Magic Kingdom type park (much more beautifal then the Tokyo Disneyland park) but is skimpier on attractions then the 'full' feeling you get when visiting either Tokyo Disneyland or Disneyland in Anihiem. Do see Paris when you can, but Tokyo Disney Resort (with both DisneySea and Tokyo Disneyland) makes the overall best Disney Resort in the world in my opinion. Both in price (admission is the cheapest) and overall value.
Originally Posted By Kayoss Um.... there's some angles that are bound to be controversial... in that I went to several off-limits areas to get them... but just know this was done incredibly covertly, with priority given to the respect of the guests and the staff, and also a versed knowldge of the attractions' bluesprints, layouts and general photo advice from several of the designers familiar with the project at Disney. Some of the photos coming up were taken from places you can not normally get angles from, but I wanted to illustrate the fact that, even when you CAN'T normally see an angle in park, the designers built theming full-tilt all the way around. No mountain simply cuts off in DisneySea when it goes backstage. The TOT is themed from BEHIND, even though you can only see it from the Monorail. Portofino's theming continues on backstage, where no guest can see. THIS is what makes DisneySea feel "REAL" rather then just an astonishgly well designed theme park. And hopefully it will help others see the enormous amount of sweat, tears and hours that went into creating this beautifal park for the world to enjoy.
Originally Posted By TDR_Fan ^ I can't remember where I heard this but someone once told me that the hallways connecting backstage areas around Mediterranean Harbor were all decked out in marble (ceiling, floor, etc) (like the MiraCosta). The theme never breaks off and the "Italian" feel is continued even through backstage hallways!
Originally Posted By TDLFAN Some one please convince dennis-in-ct to go to TDR.. maybe for his honeymoon?
Originally Posted By Kayoss ^ I can't remember where I heard this but someone once told me that the hallways connecting backstage areas around Mediterranean Harbor were all decked out in marble (ceiling, floor, etc) (like the MiraCosta). The theme never breaks off and the "Italian" feel is continued even through backstage hallways!>> You'll soon see pictures to confirm this. It's really incredible when you think about it, that there's areas incredibly themed that only the CMs get to see. Talk about boosting morale...
Originally Posted By dennis-in-ct <<<Everything is over the top in design, with no 'off the shelf' building materials and custome lights, light fixtures, tiles, glass, you name it. It reeks of being all hand done, and expensive as hell. It's really one-of-a-kind in this department.>>> ahhh ... sweet music to my ears now THAT'S what I'm talking about !!! << Do see Paris when you can>>> I have been to all the parks expect Tokyo and Hong Kong <<maybe for his honeymoon>> lol .. VEGAS is already booked my friend. lol
Originally Posted By dennis-in-ct << I wanted to illustrate the fact that, even when you CAN'T normally see an angle in park, the designers built theming full-tilt all the way around.>> I do remember from reading your posts that you do have some "freedoms" that a typical fan would have. Thank you for doing this. To further your point, I have video of the entire boat ride around TDS and I remember being astounded at the angles and views afforded on this taxi boat. Too fantastic indeed. One thing I am most looking forward to seeing in person is the SINBAD ride. That looks wonderful. Does anyone have more insight ont he changes happening to that attraction? Keep up the great work Kayoss
Originally Posted By Kayoss Tower of Terror photos (including the exterior, interior, surrounding area, and fantastic gift shop) are now available to view on the lastest blog. There's so many photos here that I had to split the gallerys into two parts!! Part 1 is up now, and Part 2 should be up within 15 minutes of the time of this post. Be sure to leave your comments so I know what you all think! <a href="http://web.mac.com/okwhatev/iWeb/disneysea" target="_blank">http://web.mac.com/okwhatev/iW eb/disneysea</a>
Originally Posted By Kayoss Talk about timing!! I went back today with an 'after 6' starlight pass to get even more footage/photos. I captured 'both sides' of the "Sinbad" in very high quality... so should be a nice way to remember the ride in case it's drastically changed after it's extensive rehab. And can I just say... starlight pass.... what a GREAT deal! You get to see Tokyo DisneySea at it's prettiest (nighttime) for 4 hours for just $27.21. I got on 5 rides and took another 100 or so photos. DisneySea for under $30.... It just doesn't get better then that! Anyway, expect an edited Sinbad ridethru shot from mutiple angles at my blog sometime before the end of the year.
Originally Posted By TDR_Fan <<You'll soon see pictures to confirm this. It's really incredible when you think about it, that there's areas incredibly themed that only the CMs get to see. Talk about boosting morale...>> But how did you get to view these backstage areas?
Originally Posted By Kayoss <<But how did you get to view these backstage areas?>> Some *VERY* nice friends.... And with that... my very favorite photos are in my new update which includes the PortoFino, Venice and New York Harbor areas. <a href="http://web.mac.com/okwhatev/iWeb/disneysea" target="_blank">http://web.mac.com/okwhatev/iW eb/disneysea</a> Okay... sleep for me!
Originally Posted By SuperDry Wow - those pictures of TDS are just wonderful. The ones of the buildings in Mediteranean Harbor and New York areas are among the best that I've seen (perhaps THE best) at showing just how much attention to detail and craftsmanship there is at every turn in TDS, and why just being their is such an enjoyable experience.
Originally Posted By TDLFAN Ditto about the pics. Now Kayoss...one question. Were you the handsome lad in the "Scotland" tee at the park the other day???
Originally Posted By TDR_Fan kayoss, are you still staying at the MiraCosta right now or have you returned? I'm asking this because I wanted to know if they changed the map of DisneySea in the lower section of the lobby, next to the private entrance to reflect the new attractions which recently opened (Raging Spirits & Tower of Terror). This is probably more informative: <a href="http://www.micechat.com/forums/showthread.php?t=38298" target="_blank">http://www.micechat.com/forums /showthread.php?t=38298</a>
Originally Posted By TDLFAN Good question^^^.. I will have to check this when I return to TDR on Oct 12th.
