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Moonliner · 05-05-2005, 12:14 PM

So exactly who were the "guests" on main street at 4AM local time when GMA started their live coverage? Where the gates open? Did they stay open all night? Were they a bunch of Hollywood extras? Inquiring minds want to know.

AllyOops! · 05-05-2005, 01:08 PM

They even talked about the 50th kickoff on Howard Stern this morning.

I have far too much on my table and let my Annual Pass expire. I picked the right time to do that, huh? DOY!

I considered skipping out today and buying a ticket, until I was reminded last night that I had RSVP'd to a Cinco De Mayo celebration! Aw, well. Pinatas over parades this time.

Have fun y'all! Post back and fill us in!

LSPoorEeyorick · 05-05-2005, 01:37 PM

I didn't end up going after all. I seem to be sleep-deprived despite getting seven-ish hours a night (and that's with a CPAP, too.) Why won't my body cooperate?

Cadaverous Pallor · 05-05-2005, 03:32 PM

First to report! Woohoo!

I'm currently slacking at work while the rest of 'em do their thing at the park. I had a definite experience this morning. I made multiple calls to the MousePod Hotline so it's all documented in some form.

Here's the short version...or at least, what I'd call the short version:

Traffic was pretty bad, getting off the freeway and making the turns into the structure. Not horrific, but definitely bad. They had the max amount of CMs working the structure though, loading two levels, so parking was not bad at all. Plenty of trams too.

Stepped off the tram at 8:25am, and found that the Esplanade was closed. They had too many people in line for the park, so they closed off the bag check. I got in line by the flower shaped fountain. The line continued to grow quickly behind me, probably all the way to the end of WoD.

They opened the gates at both the park and the bag check at about 8:40. They had all the gates open as entrances, and the lines went almost right up to the CALIFORNIA letters in front of DCA. They packed us into Main Street before rope drop. The band and Alice characters were entertaining everyone in front of the newly transformed flowerbed.

It really was exciting because everyone was an Disney geek. Everyone was there for the same reason. Everyone smiled and was polite and wasn't afraid to ask each other questions. Even in the worst of the lines and attempts to see, I never saw fighting or unpleasantness of any kind.

They had a special announcement before rope drop, along the lines of "This is a special day...Welcome Home." Then they dropped the rope and everyone inched forward at a snail's pace.

The whole area around the castle was blocked off for press/VIP/etc. I ended up in TL with Bornieo and we had to go all the way around to get back to the hub, since traffic was entirely one way into TL. The park was instantly busy like a summer day.

I ended up on the Frontierland side of the hub with almost no view at all, but I did hear everything. Maybe my pics will come out, but I suspect Borneio's will be better than mine, tall guy that he is.

Ugh, I don't have time to write more! I'll just mention my favorite part - When Eisner came out, everyone booed. A low boo with almost no clapping...and then some actually started chanting "We want Roy!" It wasn't excessive, just momentary, but awesome nonetheless.

More later, along with pics of crowds...no promises on my pics of the speakers though, they probably suck.

Matterhorn Fan · 05-05-2005, 04:10 PM

I believe I elicited a jealous groan from the DL crowd when I called this afternoon and informed Not Afraid that WDW seemed pretty empty.

Then I got caught in a rainstorm and was drenched.

Matterhorn Fan · 05-05-2005, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Stan4dSteph

Yes. Did you catch the one wide shot of Tomorrowland with a Rocket Rod passing by?

I did like the bit they showed of the the apartment. I hadn't seen the inside of that before.

Hmm, I missed both of those segments.

That's really funny, though. They were IN the park. Why couldn't they get new video? I mean, I know Tomorrowland's a bit of a wasteland right now, but still . . .

dsnylndmom · 05-05-2005, 06:49 PM

CP, I was listening to the dedication via Disguy's cell and I was cheering when Eisner got booed!! The was the best part of the morning for me(since I couldn't be there and see it all

)

tracilicious · 05-05-2005, 07:19 PM

I think Eisner getting booed might just be the highlight of my week. I so wish I could have seen that. CP, post more quick!

CoasterMatt · 05-05-2005, 07:29 PM

Any other time, any other place, I would have been happy with Eisner getting booed...

But not today.

This is the start of the celebration of 50 years of Walt's Magic Kingdom.

A place unlike any other, created by a man unlike any other, celebrated around the world.

Booing at the celebration, no matter who it was, was definitely classless and unswanky IMHO.

BarTopDancer · 05-05-2005, 08:48 PM

Guess I'm second to report...

The only reason I am home now is because I am being the responsible student and went to class (hahaa. I went because it was cold and windy and I wasn't sure if there would be fireworks... but since I left the answer is yes).

Got lucky enough to score a place to sleep across the street (not score across the street). Got there at 8, were the last 3 to be let into the esplinade before they shut it down.

Waited in line, saw the line stretch back to the gates of DCA, and bend around from the main gate to the kennels. I have photos, will be posted later.

They opened the gates and actually got in the park faster than I do some afternoons. Everything was running really efficiently.

Made it to Town Square where we scored a bench and saw CP. Split off from CP and Bornieo and went to get coffee and the 6-CD set. AMAZING!

The crowds were insane. Heard the announcement from the old AP processing center, enjoyed some eye candy and headed to the bengle BBQ. The line for the Riverbell Terrace (to order food!) was an hour long.

. The lines for the attractions themselves wern't too bad, between 15-60 minutes depending. Jungle Cruise went to the 2nd floor queue. I really like the new/old way of the PotC queue, really clears up the area.

For some reason Zocolo was closed (on Cinco de Mayo... go figure). Ran into iSm on our food hunt. Saw the new movie, Awesome!

Will have to post more later. I'm sure I'll read this tomorrow and go WTF was I thinking.

Goodnight!

05-05-2005, 12:14 PM	#31
Moonliner 8/30/14 - Disneyland -10k or Bust. Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 9,022	So exactly who were the "guests" on main street at 4AM local time when GMA started their live coverage? Where the gates open? Did they stay open all night? Were they a bunch of Hollywood extras? Inquiring minds want to know. __________________ - Taking it one step at a time.
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05-05-2005, 01:08 PM	#32
AllyOops! It's Peanut Butter Jelly Time!!! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Introspection Intersection Posts: 1,207	They even talked about the 50th kickoff on Howard Stern this morning. I have far too much on my table and let my Annual Pass expire. I picked the right time to do that, huh? DOY! I considered skipping out today and buying a ticket, until I was reminded last night that I had RSVP'd to a Cinco De Mayo celebration! Aw, well. Pinatas over parades this time. Have fun y'all! Post back and fill us in!
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05-05-2005, 01:37 PM	#33
LSPoorEeyorick scribblin' Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: in the moment Posts: 3,872	I didn't end up going after all. I seem to be sleep-deprived despite getting seven-ish hours a night (and that's with a CPAP, too.) Why won't my body cooperate?
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05-05-2005, 03:32 PM	#34
Cadaverous Pallor ohhhh baby Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Parental Bliss Posts: 12,364	First to report! Woohoo! I'm currently slacking at work while the rest of 'em do their thing at the park. I had a definite experience this morning. I made multiple calls to the MousePod Hotline so it's all documented in some form. Here's the short version...or at least, what I'd call the short version: Traffic was pretty bad, getting off the freeway and making the turns into the structure. Not horrific, but definitely bad. They had the max amount of CMs working the structure though, loading two levels, so parking was not bad at all. Plenty of trams too. Stepped off the tram at 8:25am, and found that the Esplanade was closed. They had too many people in line for the park, so they closed off the bag check. I got in line by the flower shaped fountain. The line continued to grow quickly behind me, probably all the way to the end of WoD. They opened the gates at both the park and the bag check at about 8:40. They had all the gates open as entrances, and the lines went almost right up to the CALIFORNIA letters in front of DCA. They packed us into Main Street before rope drop. The band and Alice characters were entertaining everyone in front of the newly transformed flowerbed. It really was exciting because everyone was an Disney geek. Everyone was there for the same reason. Everyone smiled and was polite and wasn't afraid to ask each other questions. Even in the worst of the lines and attempts to see, I never saw fighting or unpleasantness of any kind. They had a special announcement before rope drop, along the lines of "This is a special day...Welcome Home." Then they dropped the rope and everyone inched forward at a snail's pace. The whole area around the castle was blocked off for press/VIP/etc. I ended up in TL with Bornieo and we had to go all the way around to get back to the hub, since traffic was entirely one way into TL. The park was instantly busy like a summer day. I ended up on the Frontierland side of the hub with almost no view at all, but I did hear everything. Maybe my pics will come out, but I suspect Borneio's will be better than mine, tall guy that he is. Ugh, I don't have time to write more! I'll just mention my favorite part - When Eisner came out, everyone booed. A low boo with almost no clapping...and then some actually started chanting "We want Roy!" It wasn't excessive, just momentary, but awesome nonetheless. More later, along with pics of crowds...no promises on my pics of the speakers though, they probably suck. __________________ The second star to the right shines in the night for you
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05-05-2005, 04:10 PM	#35
Matterhorn Fan Double Agent Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Back East Posts: 2,071	I believe I elicited a jealous groan from the DL crowd when I called this afternoon and informed Not Afraid that WDW seemed pretty empty. Then I got caught in a rainstorm and was drenched.
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05-05-2005, 06:49 PM	#37
dsnylndmom Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Matterhorn Way Posts: 363	CP, I was listening to the dedication via Disguy's cell and I was cheering when Eisner got booed!! The was the best part of the morning for me(since I couldn't be there and see it all )
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05-05-2005, 07:19 PM	#38
tracilicious avatar transition Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: in-between Posts: 2,487	I think Eisner getting booed might just be the highlight of my week. I so wish I could have seen that. CP, post more quick! __________________ And now Harry, let us step into the night and pursue that flighty temptress, adventure! - Albus Dumbledore
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05-05-2005, 07:29 PM	#39
CoasterMatt BRAAAAAAAINS! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: One Step Beyond... Posts: 8,802	Any other time, any other place, I would have been happy with Eisner getting booed... But not today. This is the start of the celebration of 50 years of Walt's Magic Kingdom. A place unlike any other, created by a man unlike any other, celebrated around the world. Booing at the celebration, no matter who it was, was definitely classless and unswanky IMHO. __________________ Do you like my photography? Visit photosbymatt.tumblr.com to purchase prints!
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05-05-2005, 08:48 PM	#40
BarTopDancer Prepping... Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Here, there, everywhere Posts: 11,405	Guess I'm second to report... The only reason I am home now is because I am being the responsible student and went to class (hahaa. I went because it was cold and windy and I wasn't sure if there would be fireworks... but since I left the answer is yes). Got lucky enough to score a place to sleep across the street (not score across the street). Got there at 8, were the last 3 to be let into the esplinade before they shut it down. Waited in line, saw the line stretch back to the gates of DCA, and bend around from the main gate to the kennels. I have photos, will be posted later. They opened the gates and actually got in the park faster than I do some afternoons. Everything was running really efficiently. Made it to Town Square where we scored a bench and saw CP. Split off from CP and Bornieo and went to get coffee and the 6-CD set. AMAZING! The crowds were insane. Heard the announcement from the old AP processing center, enjoyed some eye candy and headed to the bengle BBQ. The line for the Riverbell Terrace (to order food!) was an hour long. . The lines for the attractions themselves wern't too bad, between 15-60 minutes depending. Jungle Cruise went to the 2nd floor queue. I really like the new/old way of the PotC queue, really clears up the area. For some reason Zocolo was closed (on Cinco de Mayo... go figure). Ran into iSm on our food hunt. Saw the new movie, Awesome! Will have to post more later. I'm sure I'll read this tomorrow and go WTF was I thinking. Goodnight! __________________ Spork is the new MacGyver Postcards From My Edge
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