Originally Posted By Donny Deb asked "One flaw with moving TR to AK is there is no Polynesian section in AK. Where would you put it? Africa, Asia, Dino Land or Camp Minnie Mickey?" I think getting rid of Dino land would be a win win.
Originally Posted By brotherdave As for people leaving the Tiki Room mid-show at the Magic Kingdom, the only time I saw it was when a young child got very scared by the appearance of the Tiki Goddess, thus I felt it was very appropriate for the mother to take the screaming child outside. Otherwise, that was the only time I've ever witnessed it.
Originally Posted By The Duck <<<As for people leaving the Tiki Room mid-show at the Magic Kingdom, the only time I saw it was when a young child got very scared by the appearance of the Tiki Goddess, thus I felt it was very appropriate for the mother to take the screaming child outside. Otherwise, that was the only time I've ever witnessed it.>>> The tiki goddess was added when the "New Management" took over. When I saw people walk out (on several occasions) it was mostly during the early-mid 80's with the original show. These were mostly people who apparently were bored and sitting for a 15 minute show was asking too much. I would applaud the parents who had the decency the leave with a screaming child. If only all parents would practice this courtesy. As for the Tiki Birds moving to DAK, I would rather see them stay where they are but a new, similar type of show (perhaps a dinner-show) would be welcome at DAK. Singing monkeys perhaps? LOL!
Originally Posted By wahooskipper I'd bet more people leave the WDW version than the DL version is because WDW has a higher percentage of foreign visitors. As "dull" as that show might seem to Americans, imagine if you couldn't understand a word they were saying. In fact, I think it might be down right irritating. At least for nearly all of the other AA attractions you are moving along on some type of ride system.
Originally Posted By Kennesaw Tom I can see the temptation to put some nice things in DAK, but the Tiki bird house belongs in Adventureland. Now if you really want to spice up DAK then put in Indiana Jones Adventure: The Temple of the Forbidden Eye. We can always dream can't we?
Originally Posted By tashajilek Isnt Manfried a sweetheart??? LOL. I dont really care much for the dl's version either. I only see it a) i purchased a dolewhip and the show is starting. Or b) my feet really hurt. Would be nice to have both versions replaced, but people the DL regulars wouldnt be happy.
Originally Posted By EPCOT Explorer >>>I can see the temptation to put some nice things in DAK, but the Tiki bird house belongs in Adventureland. Now if you really want to spice up DAK then put in Indiana Jones Adventure: The Temple of the Forbidden Eye.<<< Well, a nice variation of the Tiki Room could go to DAK. Make it more serious, and offer a message on conservation and bird poaching.
Originally Posted By Kennesaw Tom <<Well, a nice variation of the Tiki Room could go to DAK. Make it more serious, and offer a message on conservation and bird poaching.>> No argument there! Better yet put in TikiRoom as Walt originally envisioned it as a restaurant but larger in DAK.
Originally Posted By EPCOT Explorer >>>No argument there! Better yet put in TikiRoom as Walt originally envisioned it as a restaurant but larger in DAK.<<< YES. Love this. Would work very nicely.
Originally Posted By Kennesaw Tom But can we still put Indiana Jones Adventure: Temple of the Forbidden Eye somewhere in WDW? Better yet, put it at Port Orleans Riverside and I would never have to leave the resort except at lunch time to find a good meal.
Originally Posted By EPCOT Explorer ^^^ YES. I'd be all for something not done before, than IJA, honestly.
Originally Posted By avimagine Well I think economically (and for traditionalists) it makes sense to leave it in Adventureland. Now as I stated in the past for many other attractions (Ie Star Tours), with today's technology couldn't they update it with some variations between shows. Or maybe with some call-outs to the audience? I'm sure with today's technology they could use image recognition so you could maybe have Jose say "and look at the pretty little girl in the purple dress looking at me. I think she likes me".
Originally Posted By SFH "Now if you really want to spice up DAK then put in Indiana Jones Adventure: The Temple of the Forbidden Eye." Dinosaur is the same ride system and same layout. They could put it there by changing the show elements. I rode a Dinosaur (Countdown to Extinction, originally) vehicle as it was being tested on the Indy Jones track at Disneyland.
Originally Posted By Christi22222 >>>No argument there! Better yet put in TikiRoom as Walt originally envisioned it as a restaurant but larger in DAK.<<< Honestly, this is a fantastic idea. Same direction that the cruise ship dining rooms have taken, but would be far more entertaining IMHO. And as a background rather than a focal point, I think it would never be seen as boring. I'm not sure if I care whether it stays in Adventure Land or moves to AK, but this is a perfect example of keeping the tradition. Just update it and make it relevant and useful. >>>Or maybe with some call-outs to the audience? I'm sure with today's technology they could use image recognition so you could maybe have Jose say "and look at the pretty little girl in the purple dress looking at me. I think she likes me". <<< I know you are brain storming and I am NOT picking on you, avimagine. Tossing out ideas is how greatness happens. But I really feel like the novelty of this sort of thing is already wearing off. It's not entertainment, it's JUST novelty. And with TT w/Crush and MILF, it's already losing repeatability in the attractions. Can be cute and fun when used wisely, but I have a real fear that Disney believes that using our name or calling us out 27,000 times on a vacation is how they intend to use RFID. And when the only appeal is NOVELTY, overuse isn't the best plan. Ugh. Personalization is over rated. There is fun in shared experience as well. Kind of unifying and builds a feeling of community.
