Most Recent Reviews
Review of Soarin' Around the World
Reviewed by Koda Review Date: 04/24/2019
Rating: (7) Recommended
Enjoyed the new movie.
Pros:
Updated film.Cons:
More distortion on outer seats with the new movie.Review of Avatar Flight of Passage
Reviewed by Koda Review Date: 04/24/2019
Rating: (10) Recommended
Love this ride. Usually don't enjoy the screen type rides, but this one is amazing.
Pros:
Absolutely feel like I'm flying. New favorite ride.Cons:
Long waits without fast pass. Little hard to keep the glasses on.Review of Impressions de France
Reviewed by abrooks126 Review Date: 04/24/2019
Rating: (10) Recommended
I absolutely love this film and it's a must see for me when in Epcot. Although it's over 30 years old, it might seem only mildly dated in spots. The classical French music and architecture are timeless. And with the way it's filmed, it's more than just your basic travelogue.
If you've visited France, it might bring back pleasant memories. And if you've never been, you just might consider a visit after seeing the film.
The French hosts and hostesses who introduce the film are charming. And the theater is so very comfortable and elegant, with its 270 degree screen, giving you a wider range of vision. So unlike the other 360 degree screens where you stand against lean rails.
This film is worth your time. There's usually not a long wait as screenings are continuous. It's a great way to get off your feet for a while and listen to some amazing French music and take a tour of France. I hope this film stays forever!
Pros:
Classical French music, architecture, beautiful scenery. Comfortable theater, great way to take a break. Short wait.Cons:
None-perfect as it is. Go see it!Review of Polite Pig
Reviewed by ksteiner Review Date: 04/23/2019
Rating: (10) Recommended
My hubby and I went for the first time in February 2019 and he has not stopped talking about it since!!! It is a great quick service option that doesn't feel like quick service. You order at the counter, but then they bring your food to the table. You need to know - my husband is a pulled pork connoisseur and he deemed it the best he's EVER HAD. Seriously! I got the Smoked Truly BLT, which was also very yummy. We also got the Roasted Brussel Sprouts, which I had read were delicious and we were not disappointed. The food came out fairly quickly and was hot. Couldn't ask for more. We sat out on their patio and had an enjoyable time. Ready to go again during our trip in October.
Pros:
Food was delicious - lots to choose from. Price is decent and service was good.Cons:
Can't think of any!!!Review of Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor
Reviewed by abrooks126 Review Date: 04/23/2019
Rating: (9) Recommended
This show follows the same format, has a good bit of ad-lib, but is different every time, depending on the audience. Certain members of the audience will be singled out and become a part of the show. And some are "better sports" and will play along, and others...not so much. But it's all in good fun and never in poor taste or mean-spirited. Ninety percent of the time it's just great and every now and then there might be a show that leaves a little something to be desired. So, if the first show you saw wasn't the greatest, give it another shot.
Also, before the show starts, you can text in your jokes and they might be used in the show. But, the jokes they use seem to be non-political, non-offensive, which is understandable.
There's usually not a long wait and it's a nice way to sit a bit and cool off if heat and humidity are too much. Good for all ages - they can relate to Monsters Inc. characters and Mike Wazowski, who is the emcee.
Pros:
Fun show, good amount of ad-lib, different every time. Good way to rest and get out of heat and humidity.Cons:
Sometimes leaves a little to be desired, depending on audience participation. But if you catch a not-so-spectacular show, go again. Still most of the time a great show!Review of Yacht Club Resort (Deluxe Resort)
Reviewed by ksteiner Review Date: 04/23/2019
Rating: (10) Recommended
We stayed here in June 2018 and had an amazing time! There were 4 of us - 2 adults and 2 teens ages 18 and 15. We have stayed in all of the Deluxe Resorts and this is one of our new favorites!!! We were in the wing that is closest to the bridge towards Swan/Dolphin on the first floor. While it was a long walk through the hallways to get to the lobby, there was a door to the "boardwalk" area right near our room, so we took that to get back and forth - much faster. The room was updated and VERY nice. The bathroom was very modern and clean - loved it. The pool was so much fun - we couldn't wait to stay here so that we could try it out and it didn't disappoint! We could've stayed in the lazy river the whole trip :). The best part of staying at YC was the convenience - to Epcot, to Hollywood Studios, to the Boardwalk... it was AWESOME! The only bad thing that we experienced was that we were in the "dog-friendly" area and had to deal with barking dogs quite a bit.
Pros:
Location, pool, room-size, proximity to good dining, viewCons:
Lack of counter service optionsReview of it's a small world -- WDW
Reviewed by abrooks126 Review Date: 04/23/2019
Rating: (9) Recommended
Another original from the 1964 NY World's Fair. A lazy boat ride that meanders past various colorful scenes of audio-animatronic dolls, representing countries from around the world, dressed in versions of their native costumes, singing "that song" ("It's A Small World"). It's kind of a longer ride...or maybe it just seems that way. Still fun and we see it every time we're at WDW.
You should see it at least once. We usually won't wait a long time for it, and probably wouldn't use a Fastpass for it. You should be able to fit it in with not too much of a wait. Good for all ages. Especially for kids with all the dolls and bright colorful scenes.
Pros:
Original attraction and fun. Nice gentle ride.Cons:
Well, it's that song. It gets stuck in your head. It's in my head right now. Oh why did I write this review!Review of Frozen Ever After
Reviewed by kreitz61 Review Date: 04/23/2019
Rating: (7) Recommended
Love the ride, hate the wait.
Pros:
Beautifully doneCons:
Long line and wait times too high. Fast passes are hard to get.Review of Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin
Reviewed by abrooks126 Review Date: 04/23/2019
Rating: (9) Recommended
Some of us "dinosaurs" remember this attraction as "If You Had Wings"! Same concept - continuously-loading cars (might even be the original ones!). Except now you can pivot them 360 degrees and they're equipped with laser guns that you use to shoot at Toy Story targets and rack up points. Actually a lot of fun, although don't know how accurate those laser guns are, and I seem to have difficulty seeing exactly where my laser shots are landing!
Your picture is taken and displayed at the end of the ride. And you can see how well you did based on the points you accumulated. I stink at this attraction so I'm usually on the low end of the spectrum, much to the delight of my competitive co-riders!
Still a fun ride and worth a Fastpass. Wouldn't wait a long time in a standby line to ride though. Good for all ages and I think even if you don't actually hit any targets, you still get some points. Nice for the little ones...who are probably still better than I am!
Pros:
Fun ride - especially for Toy Story fans.Cons:
Laser guns are not "lightning fast" but it's all in fun. Standby lines can get long. Check for Fastpasses or keep checking standby times.Review of Hall of Presidents
Reviewed by abrooks126 Review Date: 04/23/2019
Rating: (9) Recommended
A great way to "see" each and every US president from George Washington to Donald Trump. Abraham Lincoln even delivers the Gettysburg Address. They're all in audioanimatronic form, dressed in costumes true to their time.
The attraction was recently renovated and the film that precedes the viewing of the presidents is tastefully done - a short US history lesson that's fair, neither leaning too far left nor right.
The display cases in the pre-show waiting area are worth looking at. Artifacts, letters, memorabilia from prior US presidents. Even some of the first ladies' gowns. We were fortunate to have a cast member who enthusiastically gave us a history lesson before the show. He was so interesting and passionate about history.
I'd say this is an attraction you should see at least once, whether or not you're a history buff. It's all interesting.
