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Honestly, a one month (at least) moratorium for reflection/healing/processing. Beyond that- get back into the parks (the true stars of Disney overall now), and back to basics. One of the best segments in recent years IMHO was Deni/Ryno simply walking around the parks and rating areas/countries...

Fiasco- I just want to say you were by far my favorite personality on the DIS. Always prepared- and always true to yourself. I have great respect for your military service as well. You have my support in whatever comes next (keep showing up prepared, and with passion- and great things will...

BLT GV Theme Park View is an experience (i.e. your own deluxe sky box overlooking MK and fireworks) that can only be had at WDW. CCV Cabins are amazing- and beautifully executed- but it's an experience that could be had elsewhere- and arguably better (IMHO). Just how I'd look at it- at least...

Turn it into a museum dedicated to the Bob Chapek era. Keep pricing the same.

Agreed. Founded in 1719, and part of the "Louisiana Purchase" (1803), New Orleans would have IMHO at least been on the "radar screen" of westward moving explorers, traders, etc. as being the big "French" city at the base of the Mississippi. Time frame of the ride (Roaring 20s) more of an issue-...

Personally, I think it's awfully hard to bounce back marketing-wise from strong negative associations once they're in consumers' heads (i.e. "Disney Star Wars Hotel = rip off"). With that in mind, my guess is they shudder it for a period- before coming back with something completely different...

Barbarians at the gate. Sell to AAPL.

At minimum, IMHO should have been fined, w/a 1 YR property suspension, and docked a year's worth of points. Definitely, NOT a fan of "diplomatic immunity" status at home resorts.

My approach is to add-on at my current resort (BLT). New and shiny things will (and have) come along since I got in to BLT in 2011, but I trust the extensive analysis/reflection I did back then when I really dedicated the time to think about it- over the razzle/dazzle marketing of today. Hope we...

Holy smokes! Honestly, recall pulling for Chapek out of the gate. Thought maybe some "Midwest sensibility" might be helpful (potential throwback to Walt's roots) after decades of "Hollywood slickness" with Eisner/Iger (two men I nonetheless admire). Not to be. At any rate, many will critique...

Absolutely (BLT in 2011). So much so, I've rechanneled all my "addonitis" to holding out for a potential BLT II. We just love the combination of location (especially with a young child now), dining (Contemporary + TOWL), fireworks, and views (Park or Lake).

Ultimately, seems you love the MK Loop- as do I. Wait for Poly 2- and anything else- fresh and new (e.g. possible BLT 2?) that may come along there the next few years.

My sole issue (to date) w/Chapek is that for all his years w/Disney he does not (IMHO) come across as legitimately excited about the product, or the history/legacy of the Company. He might be making fine business decisions (I remain a stockholder)- but it's as if he's CEO of Cogsworth's Cogs, or...

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It's almost to the point that I think this may be the strategy. It's like tanking the season for the 1st Pick in the NFL Draft...

Apparently, Disney's been wanting to play the "villains" card for some time- and I guess TOTWL provided the next, best opportunity to try it out. Also, as you say, BLT/Contemporary provides more of a "blank canvas" thematically than the other MK resorts too (though the Contemporary does have an...

You’re making the right call. There is absolutely nothing “magical” about being too far out over your skis financially. Effects everything. The timing will be better some other time. Sure of it.

This is exactly what I’ve been waiting for (i.e. 1BR and 2BR at PVB) out of DVC above all else. Repurposing my DLT funds. Take my damn money!::yes::

Would have preferred “Hogs” as a throwback to Washington’s great 80s/90s teams. That said “Commanders” is fine IMHO. My guess is that in 5 years- few will care. Just glad they kept the burgundy/gold color scheme- which I think is pretty sharp/unique.

GFV or SSR. Spa, ambience and Lobby (GFV) or Disney Springs (SSR).