Any swanky tips/suggestions for Walt Disney World? - Page 3

Prudence · 06-13-2006, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Not Afraid

Make sure you read all of the signage at AK and AKL. There is some really funny stuff skattered about and, most of the time, it was written by our own Flippyshark.

What about the "Beware of buffalo" rock at AK?

flippyshark · 06-13-2006, 11:06 AM

My contributions to AK signage are all over the park, but by far the lion's share of credit goes to former WDI show writer Kevin Brown. I was brought on board for that project in the last couple of months before opening day, and stuck around writing copy for about five years after that. But Kevin, along with Joe Rohde, was the guiding light for story content and sign copy.

I have to add that the signage at AK Lodge is a mixed batch. My stuff is all indoors. (The giant Igbo tribal head-dress story, the animal legend plaque on the floor by the fireplace, some signs identifying authentic tribal art around the building.)

Outside, there are lots of info plaques about the live animals, and these were done by the animal care staff. Among these signs, you will find a real howler on the antelope plaque. (Essentially, it says that when a predator attacks, "the herd of antelope literally explodes in all directions!" Wow! That sure makes it easy for the predator!)

The buffalo thing wasn't me.

DisneyDaniel · 06-13-2006, 01:34 PM

Wow! What great suggestions I've not encountered yet on any other site or guide book! Thanks, everyone!

I knew all you cool cats at LoT would offer some swanky suggestions as only you could.

If other ideas come to mind, please keep them coming. I can't be the only Disneyland fan who will be heading to Walt Disney World for the first time. So, perhaps your wonderful contributions will help out others as well.

Drince88 · 06-13-2006, 06:33 PM

Living Statues in Italy are no longer with us

Norway restaurant is 'All Princess, All the Time' - haven't heard from anyone about the quality/selection of food that wasn't there for the little princesses in their life, so not sure if it could still be recommended.

For a really nice restaurant, I like Jiko, though California Grill is darn swanky, too! Boma is good and being a buffet, appeals to a wide range, and I didn't find it that 'out there' flavor wise - good, but not 'weird'.

For eating your way around World Showcase, consider getting chocolate in each of the countries.

Stitch in MK kills brain cells, TikiRoom under New Managment is a waste of time (or maybe it's the other way around - they're both pretty bad, IMHO)

Philharmagic is fun - Carousel of Progress and Tomorrowland Transit Authority are nice pieces of nostalgia.

Expedition Everest is a BLAST. Look behind you as you near the top of the big lift, you can see Space Mountain! If you're into it, they sometimes are doing procedures in the Conservation Station.

Oh, and Millionaire still exists in the Studios!

I second the Behind the Seeds tour (if you have the time) and avoiding food in Future World (though I keep meaning to try the Garden Grill in the Land some time - I didn't look closely at the food court in the land, but it's recently been redone and used to have a nice change of pace from burgers/etc.

At Islands of Adventure, don't miss Spiderman!

CoasterMatt · 06-13-2006, 06:37 PM

Oh, yeah - when you ride the Amazing Adventures of Spiderman at IoA, see if you can spot the 400 ft. tall penis

Matterhorn Fan · 06-19-2006, 04:37 PM

My advice: ask for tips and request meets more than 4 days before your trip.

06-13-2006, 11:06 AM	#22
flippyshark Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 2,852	My contributions to AK signage are all over the park, but by far the lion's share of credit goes to former WDI show writer Kevin Brown. I was brought on board for that project in the last couple of months before opening day, and stuck around writing copy for about five years after that. But Kevin, along with Joe Rohde, was the guiding light for story content and sign copy. I have to add that the signage at AK Lodge is a mixed batch. My stuff is all indoors. (The giant Igbo tribal head-dress story, the animal legend plaque on the floor by the fireplace, some signs identifying authentic tribal art around the building.) Outside, there are lots of info plaques about the live animals, and these were done by the animal care staff. Among these signs, you will find a real howler on the antelope plaque. (Essentially, it says that when a predator attacks, "the herd of antelope literally explodes in all directions!" Wow! That sure makes it easy for the predator!) The buffalo thing wasn't me.
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DisneyDaniel California Adventurer Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: SoCal Posts: 537	Wow! What great suggestions I've not encountered yet on any other site or guide book! Thanks, everyone! I knew all you cool cats at LoT would offer some swanky suggestions as only you could. If other ideas come to mind, please keep them coming. I can't be the only Disneyland fan who will be heading to Walt Disney World for the first time. So, perhaps your wonderful contributions will help out others as well. __________________ Yes, I do LOVE Disney California Adventure. Disneyland is not so bad either ;-)
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06-13-2006, 06:33 PM	#24
Drince88 Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 481	Living Statues in Italy are no longer with us Norway restaurant is 'All Princess, All the Time' - haven't heard from anyone about the quality/selection of food that wasn't there for the little princesses in their life, so not sure if it could still be recommended. For a really nice restaurant, I like Jiko, though California Grill is darn swanky, too! Boma is good and being a buffet, appeals to a wide range, and I didn't find it that 'out there' flavor wise - good, but not 'weird'. For eating your way around World Showcase, consider getting chocolate in each of the countries. Stitch in MK kills brain cells, TikiRoom under New Managment is a waste of time (or maybe it's the other way around - they're both pretty bad, IMHO) Philharmagic is fun - Carousel of Progress and Tomorrowland Transit Authority are nice pieces of nostalgia. Expedition Everest is a BLAST. Look behind you as you near the top of the big lift, you can see Space Mountain! If you're into it, they sometimes are doing procedures in the Conservation Station. Oh, and Millionaire still exists in the Studios! I second the Behind the Seeds tour (if you have the time) and avoiding food in Future World (though I keep meaning to try the Garden Grill in the Land some time - I didn't look closely at the food court in the land, but it's recently been redone and used to have a nice change of pace from burgers/etc. At Islands of Adventure, don't miss Spiderman!
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06-19-2006, 04:37 PM	#26
Matterhorn Fan Double Agent Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Back East Posts: 2,071	My advice: ask for tips and request meets more than 4 days before your trip.
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