Originally Posted By AutoPost This topic is for Discussion of: <a href="http://www.LaughingPlace.com/News-ID514310.asp" target="_blank"><b>LP Column: 12/11/12 MEV Vacation Tips: Tomorrowland Terrace Fireworks Dessert Party</b></a> Melissa splurges on the Tomorrowland Terrace Fireworks Dessert Party and tells you all about it.
Originally Posted By Witches of Morva ORDDU: Don't waste your money on this farse!!! What most guests fail to realize is that there is VERY limited viewing for this event. There is a roof that covers most of the terrace and it will block your view of the fireworks. Only if you are one of the lucky few to get a spot next to the railings will your view be unobstructed. My sisters and I think this is such a slap in the face to unsuspecting guests who don't stop to consider how limited the viewing is for this. It only works for those who know where to stand for the fireworks and who also get there early enough to secure a decent place to view. Too many other guests are left disappointed as they realize--too late--that this is a royal rip off by Disney management in it's never-ending quest to be greedy!!
Originally Posted By TP2000 I get that the climate in Florida is horrible and they have to have coverings over every patio and dining area. But why would you try to set up fireworks viewing at a covered terrace where everyone would need to crush against the railings to get a view of the sky? Seems like a very bad idea, and as we can see here leads to some unhappy customers. Another poorly planned money grab on Disney's part, apparently.
Originally Posted By Witches of Morva ORDDU: Agreed. What some guests end up paying for is mostly an over-priced dessert that isn't even that good. Guests need to become more aware of how they're being scammed at the Disney parks. Having said that, we still enjoy the Disney theme parks or we wouldn't be going back. It's just a matter of being educated on what's worth paying for and what isn't.
Originally Posted By danyoung Did you even read the article? Seems that Melissa had a terrific time, and didn't have the slightest problem with getting a great view of the fireworks.
Originally Posted By Mickeymouseclub Hi Dan! Hi Witches! Good to hear from you both or all 4 of you... I read the whole article and have watched the fireworks before it became a pay for location...So in my opinion Melissa and the Witched are both correct... and she does "imply" the need to be aggressive to position for prime viewing. Mellissa just sugarcoats it since it is mentioned as part of her employment at AllEArs Travel. The Witched don't have to sugarcoat anything for us to get the message.
Originally Posted By Witches of Morva ORDDU: Thank you, MickeyMouseClub, duckling, for your support. Aside from that, we've experienced this event ourselves and know firsthand how limited the viewing can be. So do all the guests who were with us. ORGOCH: Yeah, somebody just wants to bait us inta another argument but it ain't a workin'!
Originally Posted By TP2000 It was very obvious that this was a glowing article written as a subtle advertisement for a travel agency. It was a sales pitch cloaked as a Trip Report. Consumers aren't dumb, and most of us can see when we are being sold something. And I'm not buying it. I believe the Witches and their real world experience more than I believe a travel agent trying to drum up business on the Internet.
Originally Posted By Mickeymouseclub I agree to an extent...it was slightly biased with hopes of future Disney invites. Lucky for us , we have no hope of ever getting included in the special parties and advance notices for those special events and announcements. Therefore we tell it like it is!
Originally Posted By Witches of Morva ORDDU: It's nice to see that some of us are learning when not to be taken in by certain events that look quite at first glance--but then turn out to have certain pit-falls. Even the special seating and dessert event at Epcot for Illuminations is over-priced and not worth it--in this coven's humble opinion. We did that one once--and that was enough. Why spend money you don't have to spend when you can still see the fireworks and Illuminations?
Originally Posted By FerretAfros In general, I don't think it's really worth it to buy the extra packages to view the nighttime spectaculars (the one possible exception being WOC, where there are packages that are almost the same price as counterservice), especially if you know a thing or two about how they operate. As the Witches pointed out, one of my absolute favorite things about Illuminations is that there's such a huge viewing area (over a mile of 'waterfront' walkways) that you'll rarely have any trouble getting a front row seat. Compare that with DL's Fantasmic!, which probably only has about 600' of waterfront seating. Plus, Illuminations was designed as an 'in the round' experience, so it really works from almost any angle (unlike WOC, where you really need to be centered on the screens). In general, I tend to think of fireworks shows the same way. They're up in the sky, and can be seen from almost any angle. The current shows all look better from in front of the castle, but you can still see them from all over the park. It's a shame they don't play the music in more areas, since there are some really nice quiet areas (like in front of Big Thunder) with nice views and no crowds.
Originally Posted By Tiki1 I've done this party and frankly, even if was free, I wouldn't do it again. The viewing angle is bad, and obstructed as well. The deserts are standard, and you can't possibly hope to see the fireworks while you sit and eat sweets, you have to move forward to the railing, and even then the overhang obstructs your view
Originally Posted By Witches of Morva ORDDU: Exactly the point my sisters and I were making, Tiki1, duckling. It's good to see that others understand what a farse this event is.
Originally Posted By danyoung >Dan, Don't disagree with a witch or pay the consequences.< If there's ever a time I have an interaction with a witch, I'll be sure to heed your advice. (Now THAT was baiting!)
Originally Posted By Blufusion12 Thanks Witches for the info. I havent been in 5 yrs now. Hope to go back. But Disney is kinda getting greedy. But if I go it will be for a Oct visit.
Originally Posted By Witches of Morva ORDDU: We hope you have a wonderful time when you go back, Blufusion12, dear. Despite the obvious Disney greed, that doesn't mean we can't still have a good time at the parks. We just need to know which pitfalls to avoid.
