Originally Posted By 21raven for a first time guest, which of the two shows is a must-see? (can't see both due to limited time)
Originally Posted By vbdad55 Illuminations the more awe inspiring show -- Wishes - because it appearsto beover Cindy's more Disney Magical.If they are Disney fanatics I'd go with wishes -- if Illuminations will wow them more
Originally Posted By jkayjs I enjoy both but if I had to pick for someone who has seen neither it would most likely be Wishes. The musical score is wonderful & I must admit the first time I experienced it I got chills & even teared a little(of course I'm kind of a sap for that stuff). I find Illuminations more of an inspirational experience. Since you know these folks pick the one that you feel fit their personality best.
Originally Posted By Tip Top Club I would have to say Illuminations, while I love the soundtrack for both, and I do love both shows, Illuminations just never gets old, it's a wonderful show with a wonderful message.
Originally Posted By magic0214 Hallowishes...wait not a choice...Illuminations then (But in the end Fantasmic beats everything!!!)
Originally Posted By dshyates For a first WDW visit, without a doubt, Wishes. From beside The Partner Statue. It is a statue of Walt and Mickey in front of Cinderella's Castle. Illuminations is awesome, but everyone who goes to WDW needs the memory of the classic Disney experience of fireworks over the castle. Its a great show and quintessential Disney.
Originally Posted By demderedoseguys Illuminations for me. You might want to try going to YouTube. I think there are vids for both and that may help you a little.
Originally Posted By NikkiLOVESMickey Wishes - maybe because they haven't changed Illuminations in 10 years!
Originally Posted By 21raven thx for the suggestions so far. i'm leaning toward illuminations right now. wishes is similar to remember fireworks at dland, and i've seen that one countless times.
Originally Posted By dshyates " wishes is similar to remember fireworks at dland, and i've seen that one countless times." Oh, well I didn't know your a dl Alum. Remember is better than wishes anyway. I switch my vote to Illuminations since you have plenty of Castle/Fireworks memories.
Originally Posted By barboy ///maybe because they haven't changed Illuminations in 10 years!/// Why mess with a Disney night-time masterpiece anyway? I find Illuminations far more grandiose and unique than Wishes.
Originally Posted By TMICHAEL Illuminations. Wishes is a nice fireworks show, Illuminations is an event.
Originally Posted By NikkiLOVESMickey <<Why mess with a Disney night-time masterpiece anyway?>> Becuase it's gotten old. I used to watch Illuminations several times a trip. Now I watch it only once, and sometimes I skip it. It needs an update.
Originally Posted By danyoung Another vote for Illuminations. As a show it's much more than just fireworks. It's lights and fire and water and an incredible video globe, and it happens all over the World Showcase Lagoon.
Originally Posted By demderedoseguys >Becuase it's gotten old. I used to watch Illuminations several times a trip. Now I watch it only once, and sometimes I skip it. It needs an update< I say we leave it alone. I'd be afraid that Disney would mess it up if they changed it.
