Lou... 3,118 Posted August 13, 2011 Report Share Posted August 13, 2011 Why don't CMs know what's going on?This genius expects all CMs to know everything about WDW.I run into this all the time. Riders will often ask me what bus stop do they get off if they're staying in a certain unit at a multi-stop resort.What, you expect me to know all of the units and what bus stops they use at all of the resorts. Give me a break, that's your responsibility.Another common question is what time is something at a certain park? There are 4 parks, 2 water parks, DTD, The Boardwalk, and two Mini Golfs. We might have to go to any of them. Do they really expect us to know all of the times for everything? And when I tell them I don't know, but I can find out, they look at me as if I'm an idiot. BTW, I'm not.Traveling to WDW with tall peopleThis person wanted to know if there was a maximum height restriction at attractions. Her young son was tall for his age..No, I don't think there is for height, but there should be for stupidity.How could Disney Enhance the Bus Ride experienceThis person wanted to know how to make WDW buses less of a drag.Hey Einstein, it's a bus. Point A to point B without hitting something.Heights vs age requirements This lady's daughter is tall for her age and was worried that although she meets the height requirements, the ride might be too intense for her.How about parental responsibility lady? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ftwildernessguy 778 Posted August 13, 2011 Report Share Posted August 13, 2011 When I am at Disney, I expect every experience to be entertaining. When I get on a bus, that driver better be ready to put on a show. A song, a dance, some witty humor - doesn't really matter as long as it's Broadway caliber. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Roller ... aka Ed 351 Posted August 13, 2011 Report Share Posted August 13, 2011 It's Disney - Disney characters should be driving the buses ... :rofl2:Stupidity? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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DaveInTN 3,247 Posted August 13, 2011 Report Share Posted August 13, 2011 When I am at Disney, I expect every experience to be entertaining. When I get on a bus, that driver better be ready to put on a show. A song, a dance, some witty humor - doesn't really matter as long as it's Broadway caliber.Isn't that why they are called Cast Members?? If they aren't there to entertain us, aren't they just employees? :popo: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
doodlebug....Cherie 461 Posted August 13, 2011 Report Share Posted August 13, 2011 When I am at Disney, I expect every experience to be entertaining. When I get on a bus, that driver better be ready to put on a show. A song, a dance, some witty humor - doesn't really matter as long as it's Broadway caliber.With entertainment like that who needs the parks :rofl2: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted August 13, 2011 Report Share Posted August 13, 2011 Hey Einstein, it's a bus. Point A to point B without hitting something.I smell a new tagline for the Disney Transportation division!!:rofl2: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Keylime359 2 Posted August 13, 2011 Report Share Posted August 13, 2011 Lou to those people just remember "You can't fix stupid" Have you seen the shirt with Goofy asking what time the 3:00 parade starts? I laughed so hard. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lou... 3,118 Posted August 13, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2011 Isn't that why they are called Cast Members?? If they aren't there to entertain us, aren't they just employees? This type of poster is all over backstage. Check out the 3rd item. They really beat it into us, and it works. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lou... 3,118 Posted August 13, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2011 Have you seen the shirt with Goofy asking what time the 3:00 parade starts? I laughed so hard.I haven't seen the shirt, but believe it or not, this example is used during training on how to interpret what people really mean when asking what may seem to be a stupid question.We're taught that what the guest is actually asking is what time does the parade that kicks off at 3 o'clock reach their location which could be as late as 3:15. There are a whole bunch of what may be on the surface, stupid questions. here are a couple.How many Mickey characters are there at WDW? Answer, only one.Is it a man or woman inside the costume? Answer, what costume? In fact, when we see a CM backstage with a character bag, if we want to know who the character is, we're supposed to ask, who's your friend. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
4mickey2 41 Posted August 13, 2011 Report Share Posted August 13, 2011 huh.... well, since we ride the buses and the drivers give us such little entertainment (lol) we entertain ourselves. we4mickey and us will sing the wheels on the bus and try to get others to join in. sometimes they do and sometimes we just end up on the "SPECIAL BUS".... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AuburnJen 771 Posted August 13, 2011 Report Share Posted August 13, 2011 I just ride the short bus. :rofl3: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lou... 3,118 Posted August 13, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2011 I just ride the short bus. I just ride the bus, short. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
doodlebug....Cherie 461 Posted August 13, 2011 Report Share Posted August 13, 2011 I just ride the short bus. :rofl3:I just ride the bus, short.I will be riding the bus shortly :rofl2: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Starbuc71 162 Posted August 13, 2011 Report Share Posted August 13, 2011 This type of poster is all over backstage. Check out the 3rd item. They really beat it into us, and it works.If any guest get to see one of these signs, it's my favorite one (sorry Lou).. I always look for new things to use at my business and this is a great tool. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lou... 3,118 Posted August 14, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 14, 2011 Does anything at WDW make you cry? Get a grip.I think the prices might bring a tear or two to anyone's eye. Usually the night before we check out is a very sad day for us. I have to admit that I actually shed those tears when we are headed back to our hotel for the last time. And lady, you need to get a life. It's just an amusement park, get it, an amusement park.The bus transportation was a joke! I thought since I was staying at a deluxe they would have better transportation than the moderates. And there is an Easter Bunny too. I hate to tell you, but the bus you're riding in might have just done a run from one of those moderates, or even worse, a value, and even worse than that, Fort Wilderness. But not to worry, we fumigate after each run. I was wondering what the mood was like at the Norway Pavilion, or at least what is the etiquette towards CMs, considering the events that took place?Ya, they caught a terrorist smuggling in black market open-faced salmon sandwiches. The CMs are very distraught over it. A friend told me that Fast Passes are no longer free, is true? Yes, it is absolutely true. Now go tell all your friends. See how stupid stuff gets spread. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Roller ... aka Ed 351 Posted August 14, 2011 Report Share Posted August 14, 2011 Does anything at WDW make you cry? Get a grip.I think the prices might bring a tear or two to anyone's eye. Tears - no. An empty spot in the checking account - damned right! But not to worry, we fumigate after each run. Thanks! I'd hate to ride after those snobs in the Deluxe Resorts without something being done! :rofl2:I was wondering what the mood was like at the Norway Pavilion, or at least what is the etiquette towards CMs, considering the events that took place?Ya, they caught a terrorist smuggling in black market open-faced salmon sandwiches. The CMs are very distraught over it. :rofl2: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted August 14, 2011 Report Share Posted August 14, 2011 This thread is Lou at his Snarky best!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lil Lisa 53 Posted August 14, 2011 Report Share Posted August 14, 2011 :bravo: Keep 'em coming!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
caveat lector 181 Posted August 14, 2011 Report Share Posted August 14, 2011 MB has attained a Phd in Snarky. It is indeed rarified air. Congrats. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ImDownWithDisney 342 Posted August 14, 2011 Report Share Posted August 14, 2011 CynicalBus? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lou... 3,118 Posted August 14, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 14, 2011 What's interesting is that I haven't found any threads on here that I can use. For whatever reason, the posters on FF.net seem to be better informed and don't need to ask stupid questions. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BRDof3...Rob 40 Posted August 14, 2011 Report Share Posted August 14, 2011 What's interesting is that I haven't found any threads on here that I can use. For whatever reason, the posters on FF.net seem to be better informed and don't need to ask stupid questions.What time does this bus go back to the AK Lodge? (As I'm getting off at EPCOT) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
wak648...Bill 94 Posted August 14, 2011 Report Share Posted August 14, 2011 If the DTD bus is leaving at 2 and the MGM bus us leaving at 1, what time should I line up for the boat to ride the monorail? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lou... 3,118 Posted August 15, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 15, 2011 For whatever reason, the posters on FF.net seem to be better informed and don't need to ask stupid questions.What time does this bus go back to the AK Lodge? (As I'm getting off at EPCOT)I spoke too soon. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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