BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted October 3, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 3, 2012 From the Disney Parks Blog... All in the Details: Storybook Circus Nears Completion in New Fantasylandposted on October 2nd, 2012 by Jennifer Fickley-Baker, Social Media ManagerWe’ve previously shared updates on the Storybook Circus area of the New Fantasyland expansion – and now that the location is about to be completed, we’ve got a few exclusive peeks inside the last few areas that are set to open.Just to recap, the Storybook Circus area is themed after a grand circus of the 1940s, and several of its “main attractions” – Dumbo the Flying Elephant (complete with a fun indoor queue), Casey Jr. Splash ‘N’ Soak Station, and Barnstormer – Starring the Great Goofini – opened earlier this year.Remaining areas that will make their circus debut soon are Big Top Treats and Pete’s Silly Sideshow character greeting, as well as a new FASTPASS distribution area (for Dumbo the Flying Elephant and Barnstormer – Starring the Great Goofini). Big Top Souvenirs is also sure to be a big draw to this area.Check out the photos below to see the amazing level of detail that our Walt Disney Imagineers put into these exciting new places: The interior of Big Top Souvenirs looks just as if its proprietors set up shop in a recently used circus tent – complete with strings of lights, trapezes, tightropes and more! Even the floor appears to be a circus ring, and nearby check-out stations resemble old circus train cars. (For an inside look at the merchandise available here, be sure to check out Steven’s recent post.) As the sign pronounces, “circus snacks galore!” can be found at Big Top Treats, which continues the circus theme and will offer caramel apples, cotton candy and other circus snacks. Additional food carts outside will offer hot dogs and soft pretzels.And here’s a first look inside Pete’s Silly Side Show character greeting, where guests will soon be able to meet Minnie Magnifique, Madame Daisy Fortuna, The Great Goofini, and The Astounding Donaldo. Looks like one of the Great Goofini’s daring stunts has gone awry in this photo. Be sure to visit the Disney Parks Blog later this week for an exclusive look inside this new location.Keep an eye on the Disney Parks Blog and follow @WaltDisneyWorld on Twitter for the latest on the New Fantasyland expansion. While you’re on Twitter, join in the conversation by using the hashtag #NewFantasyland.http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2012/10/all-in-the-details-storybook-circus-nears-completion-in-new-fantasyland/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted October 4, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 4, 2012 Some updates from WDW Magic. Follow the links for photos... Latest views of the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train coasterOct 03, 2012 | 10:09am EDTToday we have a latest look at the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train coaster in the center of the new Fantasyland.New pieces of structure are being added almost daily, with HVAC equipment now visible, along with rock-work supports now on the very top of the lift hill area.http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/fantasyland/news/03oct2012-photos---latest-views-of-the-seven-dwarfs-mine-train-coaster.htm Disney release new images of new FantasylandOct 04, 2012 | 9:37am EDTDisney has released some new images of the new Fantasyland expansion.First is an image of the exterior of 'Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid,' featuring Prince Eric’s Castle and the attraction marquee. Next is a view of the second dining room at 'Be Our Guest Restaurant,' the Rose Gallery, which includes a large music box centerpiece nearly 7 feet tall with Belle and the Beast atop. Finally, we have a new shot of the ballroom dining room at 'Be Our Guest Restaurant.'http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/fantasyland/news/04oct2012-photos---disney-release-new-images-of-new-fantasyland.htm Pete's Silly Sideshow now open in Storybook CircusOct 04, 2012 | 10:59am EDTThe latest Magic Kingdom character meet and greet, Pete's Silly Sideshow, opened this morning in Storybook Circus in the new Fantasyland. The attraction is divided into two sides, with two separate queues. On one side, guests can meet Minnie Magnifique and Madame Daisy Fortuna, and on the other, The Great Goofini, and The Astounding Donaldo.This final opening in Storybook Circus completes this section of Fantasyland, with everything now open to guests.http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/fantasyland/news/04oct2012-pete%27s-silly-sideshow-now-open-in-storybook-circus.htm PHOTOS - Take a look inside Pete's Silly SideshowOct 04, 2012 | 1:30pm EDTDisney has just released some photos giving us a great look inside Pete's Silly Sideshow which opened earlier today.Head to the images below for a look at all of the characters to be found inside this new Storybook Circus meet and greet location, including Minnie Magnifique and Madame Daisy Fortuna, and on the other, The Great Goofini, and The Astounding Donaldo.http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/fantasyland/news/04oct2012-photos---take-a-look-inside-pete%27s-silly-sideshow.htm Summary of new character locations following the opening of Pete's Silly SideshowOct 04, 2012 | 2:00pm EDTThe opening of Pete's Silly Sideshow in Storybook Circus has shuffled around a number of character meet and greet locations. Here is a rundown of the changes.Minnie and Daisy have now moved from Town Square to Pete's Silly Sideshow.Goofy has moved from Adventureland to Pete's Silly Sideshow.Donald has moved from Frontierland to Pete's Silly Sideshow.Chip and Dale are now meeting at the former Donald Duck location in Frontierland, opposite the Golden Horseshoe.See the full lineup for the Magic Kingdom character meet and greet locations.http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/character-meet-and-greets-at-the-magic-kingdom/news/04oct2012-summary-of-new-character-locations-following-the-opening-of-pete%27s-silly-sideshow.htm Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted October 7, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 7, 2012 Photos of the Rose Gallery, one of 3 themed dining rooms in the new Be Our Guest Restaurant, have been posted to the Disney Food Blog...http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2012/10/06/new-be-our-guest-restaurant-ballroom-and-rose-gallery-pictures/In the center of the room will be an almost 7ft tall music box featuring Belle and Beast turning on top. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted October 7, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 7, 2012 The Touring Plans Blog has posted the following articles...New Storybook Circus Snack Standshttp://blog.touringp...cus/#more-32412Storybook Circus FASTPASS Distribution Area...http://blog.touringp...orybook-circus/Big Top Souvenirs now open...http://blog.touringplans.com/2012/10/04/big-top-souvenirs-open-in-storybook-circus/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CCIntrigue...aka Gwen 547 Posted October 8, 2012 Report Share Posted October 8, 2012 I just received the following e-mail from Disney Destinations:IMPORTANT UPDATE! We are experiencing technical difficulties with the Annual Passholder New Fantasyland preview sign-ups that have made it necessary to delay the sign-up date one week. TheWalt Disney World Annual Passholder New Fantasylandpreview sign-ups will now begin on Monday, October 15 at 12:00pm ET. So, beginning at noon EST on October 15, you'll be able to sign up to attend a preview on November 3, 10 or 11, 2012, only! Quantities are limited. For more information, IMPORTANT DETAILSMust be a valid Walt Disney World Passholder at time of event. This invitation is not a ticket and does not provide entry into event. You may register up to eight ( Walt Disney World Passholders (valid Passholder ID required per Guest). One event per Passholder. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted October 8, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 8, 2012 Thanks for the update, Gwen! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CCIntrigue...aka Gwen 547 Posted October 8, 2012 Report Share Posted October 8, 2012 You're welcome. Just hoping I can get us into one of the sessions on 11/3. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted October 8, 2012 Report Share Posted October 8, 2012 You're welcome. Just hoping I can get us into one of the sessions on 11/3.Do you still have your D23 membership, Gwen?I heard they had a preview set up for D23 members on 11/3 also.TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CCIntrigue...aka Gwen 547 Posted October 8, 2012 Report Share Posted October 8, 2012 No, we had such an unpleasant experience at the 2010 Magic & Merriment weekend that I got wise and let it expire. They won't get any more of my money! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted October 8, 2012 Report Share Posted October 8, 2012 No, we had such an unpleasant experience at the 2010 Magic & Merriment weekend that I got wise and let it expire. They won't get any more of my money!I don't blame you!Well, here's hoping you get into one of those 11/3 sessions. If you do, you might meet somebody famous who is also planning to be there.TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CCIntrigue...aka Gwen 547 Posted October 8, 2012 Report Share Posted October 8, 2012 I don't blame you!Well, here's hoping you get into one of those 11/3 sessions.If you do, you might meet somebody famous who is also planning to be there.TCDAren't you coming to the Halloween GG? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted October 8, 2012 Report Share Posted October 8, 2012 Aren't you coming to the Halloween GG?Probably not. The plans are not final, but with Halloween falling in the middle of the week, it is not likely this year. The girls can't miss too many days of school right now. We are probably going to squeeze in another weekend this month. I hope.TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CCIntrigue...aka Gwen 547 Posted October 8, 2012 Report Share Posted October 8, 2012 Probably not. The plans are not final, but with Halloween falling in the middle of the week, it is not likely this year. The girls can't miss too many days of school right now. We are probably going to squeeze in another weekend this month. I hope.TCDI hope it's the weekend before Halloween! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Disneyzombie-Brenda 10 Posted October 9, 2012 Report Share Posted October 9, 2012 I hope to get in on Nov. 3 also.We arrive at Disney on the 15th....it was a little disappointing that we didn't get to register today. I was all ready. Planned an early lunch and shut my office door and pretended to be working on book orders. I didn't get the email(I'm having issues getting Disney emails) just kept going to the Passholder site, then saw the sign up had been postponed until next week. Bummer! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CCIntrigue...aka Gwen 547 Posted October 9, 2012 Report Share Posted October 9, 2012 Okay, those of you who are trying to get in on 11/3, which session do you plan to try?I thought I'd try for the early one first, and if I can't get into that one I will work my way down the list. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted October 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 12, 2012 WDW Magic has posted new aerial photos of the new Fantasyland, including progress on the Seven Dwarves Mine Train coaster...http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/fantasyland/news/11oct2012-photos---new-aerial-views-of-fantasyland-including-the-seven-dwarf%27s-mine-train-coaster.htmThey have also posted an update with photos of the new Fantasyland's Enchanted Forest including the entrance to Be Our Guest Restaurant, Bonjour Village Gifts, and Enchanted Tales with Belle.http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/fantasyland/news/11oct2012-photos---step-inside-new-fantasyland%27s-enchanted-forest.htm Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted October 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 12, 2012 WDW Magic has posted photos showing some of the lighting schemes in place in the Enchanted Forest, part of the new Fantasyland expansion at the Magic Kingdom...http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/fantasyland/news/10oct2012-photos---an-after-dark-look-at-the-new-fantasyland-lighting-schemes.htm Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted October 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 12, 2012 The updates are coming fast and furious as we get closer to the new Fantasyland soft openings, and ultimate grand opening December 6, 2012.WDW Magic reports that construction walls are now down at the entrance to the Enchanted Forest and speculates that soft openings may begin sooner than later. Fore more and photos...http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/fantasyland/news/10oct2012-photos---walls-down-at-entrance-to-the-enchanted-forest-in-the-new-fantasyland.htmWDW Magic has also posted photos of lighting effects and details at Beast's Castle and Prince Eric's Castle...http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/fantasyland/news/09oct2012-photos---beast%27s-castle-and-prince-eric%27s-castle-in-the-new-fantasyland-show-off-spectacular-lighting.htm Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted October 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 12, 2012 From the Disney Parks Blog... Gaston at New Fantasyland: ‘There’s No Man in Town Half As Manly’posted on October 11th, 2012 by Shawn Slater, Communications Manager, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Creative EntertainmentPreviews for New Fantasyland are just around the corner. As the date gets closer, we’re happy to be able to share more and more with you about this largest expansion in Magic Kingdom Park history.Within the Enchanted Forest area of New Fantasyland, the world of “Beauty and the Beast” comes to life. Enchanted Tales with Belle transports you to the Beast’s Castle for a wonderful storytelling experience with Belle and Lumiere, and over in Belle’s Village, you’ll soon be able to meet another memorable character from her story – one with biceps to spare!That’s right. That man among men, Gaston, will be tromping around the village square. As a specimen, yes, he’s intimidating, but he’s also everyone’s favorite guy, happy to pose for portraits, comment on the fine statue he has donated to the town or just generally talk about, well, himself.You can ask any Tom, Dick or Stanley, and they’ll tell you Gaston will be in New Fantasyland when it opens for previews November 19.http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2012/10/gaston-at-new-fantasyland-theres-no-man-in-this-town-half-as-manly/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted October 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 12, 2012 WDWMagic is reporting that the Enchanted Forest area of the new Fantasyland expansion in the Magic Kingdom is in soft opening TODAY!! Check out info and photos here...http://www.wdwmagic....ive-updates.htmIf there are any "Fiends on the Scene" please share what you can. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mouseketab.....Carol 1,261 Posted October 12, 2012 Report Share Posted October 12, 2012 Interesting.... And they are gonna have Passholders scrambling online for an exclusive preview.....Fool me once.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted October 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 12, 2012 The Disney Parks blog has posted photos from inside Gaston's Tavern, located in Belle's Village in the new Fantasyland area of the Magic Kingdom...http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2012/10/first-look-head-inside-gastons-tavern-in-new-fantasyland-at-magic-kingdom-park/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted October 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 12, 2012 Interesting.... And they are gonna have Passholders scrambling online for an exclusive preview.....Fool me once....Given this is almost a month ahead of the announced "official" soft opening, I wonder if it's a one off thing? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted October 12, 2012 Report Share Posted October 12, 2012 Interesting.... And they are gonna have Passholders scrambling online for an exclusive preview.....Fool me once....They did fool me once.A long time ago, and they got me good.There was a special passholder preview when the Primeval Whirl ride opened in AK.The thing was that the ride had been open to guests for weeks before the preview.But, they made a big deal of it, and invited passholders to come out for the preview.It was packed.I think we waited in line for an hour to ride the ride once. We had already been on it many times with very short or no waits.We were stupid to show up for that.Sounds like the same deal here maybe.ETA- I just looked at all the photos in Monique's link, They show guests entering the Little Mermaid ride! So. it looks like the "exclusive" access being given on the previews is already available to anyone who shows up now.TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted October 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 12, 2012 Ride video from Under the Sea - Journey of the Little Mermaid has been posted by WDW Magic...http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qqYZPbMDPm8http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/fantasyland/news/12oct2012-video---take-a-ride-through-at-under-the-sea---journey-of-the-little-mermaid.htm Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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