Originally Posted By Moedad Jenn, have you ever had a flying dream? Soaring is kinda like that. Very smooth and gentle. I didn't see where anybody mentioned the gentle breeze that blows (created by big quiet fans somewhere) in your face, or the fragrances you notice during some parts of the experience, like pine, or orange blossoms. Also, very peaceful music plays. It's a wonderful "ride" (can it be called a ride if it doesn't really do anything but lift you and then just sit there?). I like watching people's dangling feet in the rows of seats above you. You can tell they're having a good time by the way their feet swing back and forth.
Originally Posted By danyoung >...the gentle breeze that blows (created by big quiet fans somewhere)...< They're actually little tiny fans right up in the cowling above your head, one for each seat. Very effective!
Originally Posted By GMLSKIS Soarin' is the greatest attraction anywhere of any kind - conquer your fears and enjoy it.
Originally Posted By Jenn31 Great to know about the breeze and Pine/orange scents! The more I read what you guys have posted the more excited I get! 16 more days to go! I'm not even nervous about riding anymore. Wish you guys were there with me!
Originally Posted By jnemo I would have to say my second favorite ride on Soarin was with a miltary family who had never been on it. Their response was wonderful and I was smiling big when the ride was over from their enjoyment. It is an unbelievable ride you really do not want to miss. And if your tummy starts to bother you, just close you eyes. Good Luck and let us know how it went.
Originally Posted By Khiori You'll be going a week before me. I can't wait to see your thread about how much you loved Soarin'!! T-18
Originally Posted By indysoarin19 Simply put, Soarin' is, imo, the most relaxing ride at the DLR. It is my fav in DCA and one of my all-time favorites regardless of theme park. The flying sensation is gentle, but thrilling. The ride is muti-sensory, which adds a nice touch. The queue is pretty good as well. Enjoy your flight on Soarin' and let us know how your experience was. (Note: While all the seats have a very similar view, I would suggest asking for front row for your first ride. No legs to dangle in front of you.)
Originally Posted By Jenn31 I'm getting so excited!! We leave for Disneyland in 16 hours!!! I'm really excited about trying out soarin. Just remember to send pixie dust and warm fuzzy disneys my way tomorrow..you know, to keep up my courage!
Originally Posted By Dabob2 {sending pixie dust and warm fuzzy disneys FedEx priority} Don't forget to tell us how much you liked Soarin'!
Originally Posted By Jenn31 Dabob2 I just got your Disney Fuzzys from Fedex !! Well, we're packing up the car right now. I'm hoping to get into bed shortly because we're driving out of Napa at 4am!! That means a 3am wake up call! YIKES! Just heard from a source that 1/2 the dreams tower is closed for the refurb. Looks like our upgrade may not happen after all. Heres hoping! I'll post a great big trip report when I get back, wish you guys were comin with us!
Originally Posted By syh I think you should definitely ride it. I'm afraid of roller coasters, heights and don't like that funny feeling in my stomach, but I LOVE this ride! I was afraid and apprehensive at first, just like you, so the first time I rode it I found that I closed my eyes a lot. If you get scared or get the funny feeling in the tummy, just close your eyes. But the next time I rode it I decided to be brave and now I keep my eyes open for the entire ride! You'll love it.
Originally Posted By Jenn31 WE'RE BACK! Had a WONDERFUL TRIP and I did it! I rode soarin and Indy for the first time! Both were so much fun! I'm so glad I took everyones advice here and did it! The special effects on indy were just amazing and soarin- WOW! I loved thge orange smell when flying over the trees. The ride felt so real I kept lifting up my feet because I was afraid they were going to hit something! LOL! I can't believe I waited as long as I did. So much wasted time being afraid of something that wasn't scary at all. Both those rides had the best theming, effects, etc. I cannot wait to go back! So, thank you to everyone here who encouraged me to just go for it!
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo That is awesome news! I am so glad you enjoyed them and can't wait to get back. I have been wondering how you faired.
Originally Posted By WestWind That is great Jenn31. So glad you did it - and liked it! I can't wait to go back either.
Originally Posted By Tinkeroon I just got goosebumps reading about how well you did! Way to go! I'm so happy for you! Maybe this is just the beginning of better, more exciting times! Yay for Jenn31 !!!
Originally Posted By danyoung >The ride felt so real I kept lifting up my feet because I was afraid they were going to hit something!< If you remember the scene at Malibu beach, where you go right down almost into the waves? Look at the feet all around you - you're not the only one raising your feet out of the water! Glad you had a great time!!!
Originally Posted By Jenn31 "If you remember the scene at Malibu beach, where you go right down almost into the waves? Look at the feet all around you - you're not the only one raising your feet out of the water!" That was so awesome! I kept laughing at myself for picking up my feet and had to keep reminding myself it was just a ride. We were seated in the very last row and could see everyones feet in the air above us. Indy was just great! A little loud, a lot bumpy but a wonderful attraction! Disney imagineering at its finest! In the room where the "darts" fly by I ducked. Hey, they were very realistic air darts.
