Interactive Queues

The interactive queue for the Haunted Mansion was open for the first time Monday. Disney does not promise that it will be opening everyday right now. It seems like they are opening the line during certain times and seeing how the guests like it. Imagineers are still putting final touches on a few of the items when the queue is closed. All of the tombstones are still there, with Master Gracey's in the middle. There are also stones for the hitchhiking ghosts at the end of the ride. Gus, Ezra, and Phineas. 

I know that there has been a lot of debate on whether interactive queues are good or not. One of the first rides to get this new innovation was Soarin' and Space Mountain. I like how everyone in the line can play the games and you don't have to decide to go that way or not. For Winnie the Pooh and Haunted Mansion, I do not agree with the fact that one can choose to go the fast way or choose the fun way. I think that everyone should have to go through the new line and experience everything. For me the question would be, why go through the longer way, when I'm just trying to ride the Haunted Mansion? Personally, I want to get on and off the ride fast so I can do other things. I will try out the queue when I go in October, but I cannot see how effective the new queue will be.

I personally think Walt Disney would have love this new idea. I know certain Disney fans think this is crazy and it is getting away from the story of the Haunted Mansion, but I think it's a great idea with some problems. Disney wanted to entertain guests and I think the new queue does exactly that. I'm excited to try it, but I know that regulars will want to skip it most of the time. I can only hope that there won't be any problems or break downs like in Winnie the Pooh's Tigger bouncing area. 

You can see great, detailed pictures on MouseSteps and a video on the Disney Parks Blog. 

Bubbles and water sprays out into the crowd. 

You can touch the instruments and they make sounds. Represents the band from the graveyard scene. 

Can also play the organ, air and mist comes out. 

Flying High in the Sky

I know, I know, I know. I am late on my post again. 

But I promise I will try! School is getting crazy right now. 

So here is a picture that is over due. 

To my memory, I have never been on Dumbo. My mother says I have, but I just don't remember. But in October I will be going on Dumbo for sure! 

My friend and I have started to plan our Disney trip and I am getting more excited with every passing month. 

Can't wait to be back in Disney again!

Updates from around the World

Hi everyone!

It has been awhile since I've posted but not a ton of note-worthy news around. But here is what I do have to say about some of the events going on.

The Epcot Flower and Garden show started March 2 and runs till May 15th. It is a beautiful event with blooming flowers and amazing topiaries. The event is included in theme park admission and is worthy of a trip around Epcot. Lots of things to see.

Disney has announced that when Mickey Mouse arrives to Town Square, you will be able to get a Fastpass to meet him. I think that this is a great option for those who want it. So many times people do not know or miss the times for the characters and this will allow people to meet their favourite without the upset. They have updated the name to Town Square Theatre. 

There has been many updates with the Haunted Mansion. The next generation queue is opening up soon, sometime this week. There are pictures up on MouseSteps of the outside look. The old tombstones are back so thats good news. The hitchhiking ghosts at the end of the ride are getting re-done, but there is no for sure news on what is happening with them. 

El Pirata y el Perico has turned into Tortuga Tavern with a Pirates of the Caribbean theme. 

Just want to take a moment to send out my thoughts and prayers to Japan. 

And I hope the recovery comes easily.