Mine are not around attractions or things to do, but I like a couple of other little things that Disney does.
Just to be clear, with the older toys and ponchos, we were not trying to be sneaky or anything like that. We were very upfront that they were older, and we still had no issues.
- If the batteries in any of your Disney toys happen to die, you can get them replaced at the vendors that carry the toys. We have even done this with toys from years back and it was no issue at all.
- If you happen to rip your Disney themed poncho, take it to a vendor counter and they will replace it for free. Again, we have done this with ponchos that were years old, with no issue.
Push is gone, but there is a talking trash can inside the Electric Umbrella in Future World. Also, Muppet Mobile Lab is fun to watch in Epcot, but when we saw them there was no posted schedule so it was a matter of being near Innoventions when they came out. The Muppets also present Great Moments in American History in Liberty Square in the MK, but its schedule is in the Times Guide.
I actually have a great story along those same lines, I was at I believe Pizza planet a million years ago, I was at the soda fountain filling cups for myself and kids I went to grab one of the cups and as I did it slipped and sloshed soda all down the front of my shirt. A CM saw the whole thing and told me to wait a moment she would be right back- I thought she wanted me to stand guard so she could clean up the spill, but when she came back she had a brand new tank top in hand and just handed it over to me. I mean I could understand if a guest did it or an employee did it but I did it to myself lol.Along those lines (really more like exceptional guest relations rather than something that's "offered"), I was at DLR 27 weeks pregant, and a guest stepped on the back of my Olukai flip flop and totally broke it. I shuffled to the nearest gift shop to ask where I could buy new sandals, and they called around to find a shop that had my size (I was in Toontown, shoes were in Adventureland), helped me tape/staple my flip flop, and then handed me a voucher for new sandals. Totally wasn't expecting or asking for that, especially since it was another guest who did it (and who kept walking so I couldn't catch up to them).
I actually have a great story along those same lines, I was at I believe Pizza planet a million years ago, I was at the soda fountain filling cups for myself and kids I went to grab one of the cups and as I did it slipped and sloshed soda all down the front of my shirt. A CM saw the whole thing and told me to wait a moment she would be right back- I thought she wanted me to stand guard so she could clean up the spill, but when she came back she had a brand new tank top in hand and just handed it over to me. I mean I could understand if a guest did it or an employee did it but I did it to myself lol.
I actually have a great story along those same lines, I was at I believe Pizza planet a million years ago, I was at the soda fountain filling cups for myself and kids I went to grab one of the cups and as I did it slipped and sloshed soda all down the front of my shirt. A CM saw the whole thing and told me to wait a moment she would be right back- I thought she wanted me to stand guard so she could clean up the spill, but when she came back she had a brand new tank top in hand and just handed it over to me. I mean I could understand if a guest did it or an employee did it but I did it to myself lol.
Along those lines (really more like exceptional guest relations rather than something that's "offered"), I was at DLR 27 weeks pregant, and a guest stepped on the back of my Olukai flip flop and totally broke it. I shuffled to the nearest gift shop to ask where I could buy new sandals, and they called around to find a shop that had my size (I was in Toontown, shoes were in Adventureland), helped me tape/staple my flip flop, and then handed me a voucher for new sandals. Totally wasn't expecting or asking for that, especially since it was another guest who did it (and who kept walking so I couldn't catch up to them).
We had a similar thing happen to us last September. While eating at LTT, DD spilled her red slushy all over her white t-shirt. Took her to the bathroom to clean her up and when we came out of the bathroom a CM presented her with a certificate to purchase a new t-shirt anywhere on Disney property. It was absolutely amazing, I actually teared up at the thoughtful gesture.
I have to share my very similar story. DS was 8 at the time, I had told him probably a bazillion times to tie his shoes on this trip. We got on POTC at MK and as he was stepping into the boat, plop goes his shoe into the water. He was so embarrassed that he cried through the whole ride, just no consoling him at all. We were told to go to City Hall and let them know and maybe when they shut the ride down they would find it-not that I would have wanted it back after being in that water. We went and told them and they walked us over to the Emporium where they had Buzz Lightyear tennis shoes that lit up-and they just gave them to us! That kid was the happiest little guy in all of MK that day with his snazzy little light up shoes. In no way was it Disney's fault and still they made it all better.
He's now 22 and every ride on POTC since we remind him to tie his shoes, I don't think they make men's size 12 Buzz Lightyear shoes, lol.
You would probably be surprised. If Disney thought people would buy them I am sure they would accommodate.I have to share my very similar story. DS was 8 at the time, I had told him probably a bazillion times to tie his shoes on this trip. We got on POTC at MK and as he was stepping into the boat, plop goes his shoe into the water. He was so embarrassed that he cried through the whole ride, just no consoling him at all. We were told to go to City Hall and let them know and maybe when they shut the ride down they would find it-not that I would have wanted it back after being in that water. We went and told them and they walked us over to the Emporium where they had Buzz Lightyear tennis shoes that lit up-and they just gave them to us! That kid was the happiest little guy in all of MK that day with his snazzy little light up shoes. In no way was it Disney's fault and still they made it all better.
He's now 22 and every ride on POTC since we remind him to tie his shoes, I don't think they make men's size 12 Buzz Lightyear shoes, lol.
Thanks! I've never seen it! I'm hoping to catch it this next trip!Muppets Mobile Lab in Epcot Future World is quite cute.. Dr Bunson Honeydew and Beaker on a 'Mobile lab' entertaining with jokes, experiments gone wrong and some audience participation.
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Anyone can go, you don't have to be a guest of AofA!Wow I had no idea they offered those! My daughter loves to draw and was really upset they don't have them at HS anymore. Now I wish we were staying there, I was considering it but chose Port Orleans. Thanks for mentioning. I'll have to look into staying there next time.
YEHAA BOB IS THE BEST!!!Yehaa Bob at POR. He does a great piano/comedy act in the lounge at POR on specific nights of the week.
It is family friendly and a great time.
so to clarify - we played in August 2016 and our next trip is November 2017. Kids want to play again and help friends traveling with us get started as well. So in order to get their first cards on the first night we're there (MVMCP on Nov 14) they have to use their existing cards to play a portal and then go back to Town Center to get a new pack and to get friends set up?Yes, this is something new they started a couple years ago. It USED to be that every person, every day could get one, no playing required. But I guess maybe too many people were doing that and not playing! So, yes, now you have to just stop by one portal before collecting new cards.
But if you're not playing the game, you can at least get that first pack for everyone in your party--they're great little souvenirs! No playing required to sign up and get your "starter" packs.
wait what!? wish I knew about this before. do you have to eat there? We don't have TS this coming trip so won't be eating thereTony's in MK will arrange for Lady and Tramp to sign your autograph book.
Those little paw prints are still the most treasured Disney mementoes for my son.
Just saw that you don't have to eat therewait what!? wish I knew about this before. do you have to eat there? We don't have TS this coming trip so won't be eating there