Originally Posted By DDMAN26 I'm just saying something like you look at the camera and say "it amake me fall down and go aboom." and the audience goes nuts. Just think about it.
Originally Posted By DDMAN26 RT I agree with what you wrote. And regarding the first social media thread. It was interesting.....for awhile afterwards it was the same point being rehashed throughout and rather lengthy too.
Originally Posted By Tiggirl I agree, RT. Disney Business should go in the Disney Business section to make it easier for those who want to, to avoid it and those who enjoy it can find it easier. ~Beth
Originally Posted By Kar2oonMan RT, I agree with your point that some of those WDW threads would fit better in Disney Business. Especially when the talk gets VERY 'inside baseball' involving various executives and inner workings that most of us don't know, or care, about. You are 100% correct that those topics belong in Disney Business. I disagree, however, that all "negative" threads should be sidelined to their own section. It is appropriate, I think, to have threads about park maintenance issues within WDW General or Disneyland General because those are things that the average vacationer would come into contact with. But if the discussion is about business strategy, longterm vision, how specific Disney departments are being run, I totally agree that should be posted in (or moved over to) Disney Business.
Originally Posted By DDMAN26 I think the History section is the one that gets neglected the most. Which is a shame since more than any company in the world we've had the opportunity to trace it from its beginnings to today.
Originally Posted By u k fan I have to agree with the poster(s) who have said they often don't like to post something positive for fear of having their Disney credentials checked. Remember the phrase "Defender of Mediocrity"? I just read in the DLP section that they are replacing a rarely used theater space in Fantasyland with a permanent meet and greet location for MIckey. It's expected to be highly themed and based on the meet 'n' greet at DL. I think its a great idea. It's using an often underused area (I've been visiting DLP since '92 and never seen a show there) and adding something the park needs in an appropriate area. Yet, because this is a meet and greet and not some grand new attraction (not based on Toons) I really questioned whether or not to say that I liked the idea. I often get the feeling from these boards that if I were a proper Disney fan the idea of a new meet and greet would have my head spinning. Remember the discussion about the term "fanbois". I said at the time that it was being used as a way to put people down and I still stand by that, but it's not the only way it's done here. I'm saddened that people are reluctant to post for trip advice, that's why I came here in the first place and everyone was so helpful!!!
Originally Posted By Goofyernmost >>>I disagree, however, that all "negative" threads should be sidelined to their own section. It is appropriate, I think, to have threads about park maintenance issues within WDW General or Disneyland General because those are things that the average vacationer would come into contact with.<<< I agree with your statement with this particular requirement attached. It must not be the 'a friend of mine told me' or an unrealistic expectation. The ones that I have objected to were the OMG, the sky is falling, type posts. A mechanical piece, without warning, stops operating and Disney maintenance sucks. There is no allowance given for the fact that mechanical things break and that a lot of the stuff in either DLR or WDW has passed or is getting close to a half a century old. Just because you happen to spot something broken or a light bulb out doesn't mean it wasn't operating just minutes before you arrived. Timing is everything. So instead of giving the benefit of the doubt or allowing that it takes time to get a crew, already assigned to other things, out there instantly translates into the massive decline of the parks. It is sending a message to the group of guests that have yet to experience the surface joy that they should now be concentrating and looking for every little less than magical detail that can be found. I think that we do a disservice to a lot of CM's that truly take a lot of pride in what they do and fault them because they cannot be everywhere at the same time. It's totally unnecessary. Instead of focusing on the one thing that isn't working how about giving a shout out to the thousands that are?
Originally Posted By Goofyernmost I might add also, before someone else does, that hiring more and more people to be "on call" in the event of an equipment failure, is not the answer. This is still a business and if you think it is expensive now, try running that way for awhile. We'd be lucky if they didn't have to charge us for the air we breath. Interject reality in the discussions and things will look a lot better.
Originally Posted By disneylandfan8 >>Part of the problem is deteriorating quality is rarely discussed without insulting people who still enjoy the product, rubes, pixie dusters and sweatshirt moms.<< I seem to recall someone using the term "rubes" once here on LP a few years ago in a derogatory way and I must say I resemble this remark! If fact, it was here on LP that I met a wonderful group of "rubes" and am a proud card-carrying member! And I also am a sweatshirt-wearing mom.
Originally Posted By Kennesaw Tom I think everyone has the right to their say regardless or good or negative opinions. But, the rules have never changed, there should be no personal attacks. I don't have a problem with people voicing their objections to things, that's what' makes this Disney board instresting. And I firmly believe that althought something may not necessarily be good for WDW, but that doesn't mean it's not going to be a huge hit at DLP! I also have to draw the line with telling people not to go to WDW. I would never suggest to anyone NOT to experience something at WDW and to tell them to save their money, do something else or vacation elsewhere or not to buy a DVC. That is just so pety and should have no place on this board. Please allow each of us to draw our own conclusions. We are all adults here and deserve to be treated with respect and dignity. Getting back to what might not work at one park and what might work elsewhere. I think there are plenty of meet and greets in the MK. Never been to DLP, but you know what they could probably use a meet and greet. In my personal opinion I think DHS could use more meet and greets. It's just that there are so many characters in the MK you practically have to dodge them to get to the back of the park. Althought I often have a great time hanging with them, I can think of one ocassion of hanging with the Cinderella's evil step sisters. They were so funny!!!! They were getting the crowd to yell "Oh Prince Charming".
Originally Posted By CuriousConstance I'm a mom and I wear a zippered sweatshirt when it gets cold out AND I use a stroller in the parks! *Twilight music starting*
Originally Posted By Goofyernmost >>>>I'm a mom and I wear a zippered sweatshirt when it gets cold out AND I use a stroller in the parks!<<<< OMG...have you considered therapy? This sounds serious! ;-)
Originally Posted By Tiggirl Twilight music? Guys... I think CC is trying to tell us that besides being a stroller-pushing sweatshirt-wearing mom, she's also a vampire... ~Beth
Originally Posted By CuriousConstance "OMG...have you considered therapy? This sounds serious! ;-)" lol
