Most Recent Reviews
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.
Pros:
Historically very interesting, amazing audioanimatronic presidents. Comfortable way to take a break from heat.Cons:
Some might find it a little long and uninteresting, but you should see it at least once.Review of Enchanted Tiki Room
Reviewed by abrooks126 Review Date: 04/23/2019
Rating: (8) Recommended
Singing birds, singing flowers, chanting totem poles...what's not to like? Although it may seem corny by today's standards, it must have been really cool when the park first opened! You should see it at least once to appreciate, if nothing else, its history. We catch it every time we go. Cute song that you'll be singing well after you're home!
There's usually not much of a wait and it's a great place to sit down and cool off. Or a good way to fill in time waiting for an Adventureland Fastpass.
Pros:
Cute, nostalgic. Good place to sit down out of the Florida heat and humidity. Great for all ages, although adolescents may beg to differ.....Cons:
Maybe a bit dated, but that's why I love it!Review of Carousel of Progress
Reviewed by abrooks126 Review Date: 04/23/2019
Rating: (9) Recommended
A Disney classic from the 1964 New York World's Fair. You should see it at least once, just for the historic/nostalgic value. The theater revolves around a stationary stage (very progressive at the time)and your audioanimatronic host leads you through technological changes from the turn of the 20th century on. Although this may sound boring, it really isn't. Disney always has a way of making learning fun. And there's a catchy tune of course!
Some complain that the final scene should be updated, but when you think about the ride's inception in the 60's, it basically took you from 1900 to somewhat beyond the 1960's. Now fast forward 50+ years, past the turn of the NEXT century - that's a pretty big leap and a big gap to fill. So maybe that final scene could be updated. But I think it's an attraction that should never be replaced no matter how dated it might seem. It's so "Walt" and a great reminder of the great man who started it all.
Pros:
Wait times are usually short and it's a great way to take a cool seated break from the Florida heat and humidity. Great for all ages.Cons:
Some say it's dated...maybe that's its charm?Review of Beauty and the Beast Live on Stage
Reviewed by Tink1027 Review Date: 04/23/2019
Rating: (10) Recommended
One of my all time favorites, try not to miss it. Such talented performers, beautiful music. The costumes are gorgeous. If your kids can't sit still for 30 mins and enjoy it, please don't ruin it for the rest. Seen/heard too many crying kids that the parent ignore.
Pros:
EverythingCons:
NothingReview of Soarin' Around the World -- WDW
Reviewed by Tink1027 Review Date: 04/23/2019
Rating: (10) Recommended
A must do at Epcot. The show is beautiful but still love the original. It will win any skeptic over. Wish it was longer
Pros:
Beautiful sceneryCons:
Not long enoughReviewed by abrooks126 Review Date: 04/23/2019
Rating: (10) Recommended
A smooth, relaxing ride over Tomorrowland. Always a lovely breeze as you glide along. There are a couple of nice views of the castle. It's a continuously loading ride so the line is always moving and wait times aren't long. A great way to take a load off for a bit or fill in time before your next Tomorrowland Fastpass. We never miss the Peoplemover. Great for all ages.
Pros:
Great views of Tomorrowland, short wait times, continuously-loading attraction.Cons:
None - just go!Review of Peter Pan's Flight
Reviewed by abrooks126 Review Date: 04/23/2019
Rating: (10) Recommended
My favorite WDW attraction! Maybe because it just takes me back to my youth....a long time ago! Float over scenes of Neverland in a special gondola, with "You Can Fly" playing in the background. It's in the dark, but not scary. Suitable for all ages. An original WDW attraction, which I'm partial to. Usually a long standby wait and the ride is short, so wouldn't go on without a Fastpass.
Pros:
Nostalgic and fun.Cons:
Short ride, long standby wait timeReview of Ft. Wilderness Cabins (Moderate Resort)
Reviewed by NOLAMommy Review Date: 04/23/2019
Rating: (9) Recommended
Absolute best place for a family of 6
Pros:
Truly feels like a vacation within a vacation; space, comfort, affordabilityCons:
Need a golf cart to get use of refillable mugs/meal plansReview of Avatar Flight of Passage
Reviewed by MouseFanatic Review Date: 04/23/2019
Rating: (10) Recommended
Great attraction! Need to try to get a fast pass or get there early to ride this as a long wait is normal. The detail in the queue and ride itself is top notch. Ride vehicle/seat is different and check it on the one outside the queue to see if you will be comfortable and not restrained
