News Round Up 2017

TheMaxRebo said:
I see the DIS posted a story with the rumors of the Nintendo land at Universal Orlando

http://universal.wdwinfo.com/news/r...ntendo-world-at-universal-studios-in-orlando/

I had also read elsewhere that the map shown in that article is an old, original plans and no longer accurate (for example, the Zelda area was supposedly no longer happening)?

@rteetz - any thoughts from your end as to if this is accurate or not? Just want to avoid basing thoughts on mis-information
Click to expand...
I've seen that leaked image floating around in the last week or so. It's been called into question but some universal sources have said it's accurate so take that for what you will.
 


I haven't heard anything about the Frozen Ever After Dessert Party having seats. So I assume it's just like the Illuminations Dessert Party and it's standing room only. That's a shame. I'd pay that much for the seat alone. The World of Color Dessert Party was so great and worth it (IMO) because of the chair.
 


Any word on when Mobil ordering is starting to more places?

Are the new fuel rod kiosks already there?
 
rteetz said:
News

Today is Shanghai Disneyland's first anniversary. It has hit 11 million visitors in that first year.

http://thr.cm/scmf/OrMCe04Lcp0lOEFO...QF2UIPLu3uityvkzL-5fGDGJnyWvwIazRXKdJQ/GUgD5w
Click to expand...

Iger said something very interesting about a very likely third theme park in China coming in the future. I wonder if he's talking about a second gate for either Hong Kong or Shanghai or an entirely new destination. I think the smart decision would be the former. Even though the theme park industry in China is growing massively, it's also true that new theme parks are popping up everywhere by the hour.
 
luisov said:
Iger said something very interesting about a very likely third theme park in China coming in the future. I wonder if he's talking about a second gate for either Hong Kong or Shanghai or an entirely new destination. I think the smart decision would be the former. Even though the theme park industry in China is growing massively, it's also true that new theme parks are popping up everywhere by the hour.
Click to expand...
Hong Kong was really pushing for a second gate but instead is getting the multi billion dollar expansion. Shanghai could probably get a second gate but I'd much rather them build up the existing park more considering the original slate was cut back for opening.
 
Irish_Mike said:
News

Fuelrod kiosks are coming to 8 more Disney resorts.

http://wdwnt.com/blog/2017/06/fuelrod-service-extending-8-disney-world-resort-hotels/
Click to expand...

I have been researching portable chargers for our upcoming trip, assuming that would be smarter than using these fuel rods. But until now I had never taken the time to actually read about the service. Yes, I could get one cheaper, and maybe even better from amazon. But I had no idea you could drop them off and have a "new" fully charged fuel rod dispensed to you. I think we'll definitely go with this option as it eliminated the need to have to recharge at night or in the parks. And I'm assuming you can keep it indefinitely and continue using the service the next year or the year after.
 
wareagle57 said:
I have been researching portable chargers for our upcoming trip, assuming that would be smarter than using these fuel rods. But until now I had never taken the time to actually read about the service. Yes, I could get one cheaper, and maybe even better from amazon. But I had no idea you could drop them off and have a "new" fully charged fuel rod dispensed to you. I think we'll definitely go with this option as it eliminated the need to have to recharge at night or in the parks. And I'm assuming you can keep it indefinitely and continue using the service the next year or the year after.
Click to expand...
That's the only reason it's at all worth the cost. Otherwise it's an overpriced battery. The first purchase comes with cables to connect to android and apple phones. You can also recharge it yourself.
 
jpeterson said:
That's the only reason it's at all worth the cost. Otherwise it's an overpriced battery. The first purchase comes with cables to connect to android and apple phones. You can also recharge it yourself.
Click to expand...

A note that if you have a new phone with a USB-C port, you will need to bring a different cord/converter
My S8 didn't like the converter with the cord that came with the fuel rod, so I just use a different cord
 
can someone explain this fuel rod thing? it sounds like something I want when I go to disney lol. I have used portable chargers before and I never get them right :/
 
MissGina5 said:
can someone explain this fuel rod thing? it sounds like something I want when I go to disney lol. I have used portable chargers before and I never get them right :/
Click to expand...
The major plus to fuel rod in the parks is you can trade them in for a fully charged one at any kiosk. I haven't gotten one because I have a big 20000 mAh battery I take with me to the parks.
 
MissGina5 said:
can someone explain this fuel rod thing? it sounds like something I want when I go to disney lol. I have used portable chargers before and I never get them right :/
Click to expand...

You pay a certain amount of money ($30?) and you get a portable charger. You use that charger until there is no charge left, and then you can stop at any other fuel rod station and pick up a fresh portable charger at no additional cost. You can do this as many times as you like/need.

(Someone correct me if I'm wrong but I'm pretty sure that's the gist of it)
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Share this page


GET A DISNEY VACATION QUOTE

Dreams Unlimited Travel is committed to providing you with the very best vacation planning experience possible. Our Vacation Planners are experts and will share their honest advice to help you have a magical vacation.

Let us help you with your next Disney Vacation!


New DISboards Threads

M
Burning Question about photo package.
Replies
2
Views
64
Lillebelle
L
J
Eastern Caribbean (Tortola, St Thomas) beach or excursion options
Replies
0
Views
30
jstone15
J
O
get away today. Does anyone know how it's coded for credit cards
Replies
0
Views
56
obsesseddisneyfan
O
J
DVC Dining Discount Experience
Replies
8
Views
193
J-Dog
J
S
what do you wish your local grocery store did?
Replies
3
Views
97
Kathryn Merteuil
Kathryn Merteuil
biged9973
What are my chances ...?
Replies
2
Views
144
intamin
intamin
NEWS & UPDATES



Latest posts







facebook twitter
Top