| What do a fifty-foot bear on the
rampage, a rat in a restaurant and a sneak peak inside a monster
factory have in common? They
all appear in today's MiceChat Round-Up. But that's not all, there's also a lovely visit to Galaxyland in Canada, information about
the Disney Cruise Line and a trip to Witch Mountain too. Have fun!
- Fishbulb
Not just about the merchandise...
Editor's Pick
Are
you in the top 20?
An interesting thread recognizing the top 20 most prolific
posters. It's evident that MiceChat is an enjoyable
place for many, who spend lots of time contributing new posts
to the site every day.
Construction continues in DCA, lots of great photos, your favorite
Disneyland Resort 3D movie, some treasure in New Orleans Square
is now missing, and even a short video report, and the 10th Round
of the Photoshop competition is under way! ~ Aladdin
A
Picture Trip Report 3-6-09
Donald1980 brings us some phenomenal pictures
of several characters in Disneyland, and then journey through
a smaller world, with a different angle.
Happy
Daylight Savings! (3/08/09)
Goover takes us on a short video tour of Disneyland
from last week.
Sunday
031509
Alpoe001 takes us on a trip through Disneyland,
and then across the way to Disney's Construction Adventure!
Be on the lookout for the new Paradise Pier sign, too!
is
this good to do? A Walk in Walt's Footsteps tour
clowndiscus asks about The Walk in Walt's Footsteps
Tour. Have you taken the tour? Would you recommend it?
Is it worth the price? And are there any discounts? Find out
here!
The
Disneyland Photoshop Competition - Round 10!!!
MonstersGoBoo! has a Grizzly Challenge for
the 10th photoshop contest. But at least the paddle and life
preserver are provided for you, this time!
Mint
doubloons at Blue Bayou
Elly informs us that there is less treasure
to be found in New Orleans Square, these days. Could it possibly
be true that the Chocolate mint doubloons have been hidden away
during the worldwide financial crisis?
What
is The Laughing Stock Co.?
Disney Wrassler asks about the indoor show
performed by The Laughing Stock Co., and Wendygirl
fills us in with a complete photo report! And many of you will
recognize Sally Mae!
Muppets
Vision 3D vs. It's Tough to be a Bug vs. HISTA
Yackerz asks Which 3D movie at the Disneyland
Resort, do you enjoy most? Let us know which one you like best,
and why.
What's so funny? No, really. Is it Turtle Talk? Laugh Floor?
Or maybe a rat on your cheese plate? That one never gets old!
And speaking of old... Which WDW attractions are getting a little
long in the tooth? And last but not least, where to go in the
great big beautiful Walt Disney World? ~ PEZZ
3/14
Remy at Chefs De France Photos and Video, Flower and Garden
pics
Nbodyhome went to Epcot and had a sizable helping
of rat with her meal. Actually, a puppet-like figure of Remy
the rodent made a special guest appearance at lunch. Also, purty
flowers and Monorail madness!
Why
is Turtle Talk with Crush so popular, and MI Laugh Floor isn't?
MarkTwain knows a lot about navigating American
waterways and creating timeless characters with wit and humor.
But he doesn't know why Turtle Talk with Crush (TTWC) is so
much more popular than Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor (MILF). Would
you rather talk turtle or hang with the MILF?
Tired old attractions
Kidgenie found a quote in a newspaper about
some attractions in WDW that were dated and/or malfunctioning.
And we take this opportunity to discuss which attractions need
to be re-vamped and which need to be re-moved. Chime in!
I seriously don't know which WDW park to go to.... Which is
your favorite???
Silvermouse21 is vexed by the problem of choosing
which park to visit at WDW. Does the uniqueness of DAK outweigh
the international splendor of Epcot? Do the extinct attractions
(in CA) make the Magic Kingdom the must-see winner? Take a look
at what other Chatters think and weigh in!
Monsters and turtles invade Tokyo (and no, I'm not talking
about Gamera)! We a petite update from France. And the global
recession seems to hit Hong Kong.-PEZZ
Monsters
Inc. sneak review
Ichigopara was lucky enough to be at TDR when
the new Monsters Inc. attraction sneak previewed and we are
lucky to have her sneak review! There are a few pictures and
some excellent commentary, so sneak on in!
Turtle
Talk to open on October 1, 2009
This just in! Tokyo Disney Sea will tap into the East Australian
Current and get Crush to chat with their guests! He is expected
to come to the hydrophone October 1st, so get those questions
ready and prepare to talk turtle! IluvHKDL
has the scoop!
Disney Halts HK Expansion
Robonics95 brings us the sad news that Hong
Kong Disneyland is letting go several workers and stopping the
planned design for park expansion. Hopefully, this will change
soon, but talk about what this means to you here...
Small
DLRP update !
DLRP_bopazot took a little time out of his
birthday to give us an update on Disneyland Paris! See the castle
restored to it's pre-fifteenth anniversary glory! Also: Stitch
attacks!
This week, we take a hike into the wilds of Malibu and take
a walk on the wild side - of Canada! Also, Six Flags is having
flagging profits... or are they? In CA, things are looking up!
~ PEZZ
Galaxyland, West Edmonton Mall, Canada Photo & Video Report
Roller coasters! Submarines! Fake snow! Wait. That's real snow.
Because we are in Canada! The West Edmonton Mall has indoor
delights and Robbalvey brings in a terrific
report to show them off. You even get a French lesson on Taco
Bell hot sauce packages! Oh, Canada...
O-nut
takes a hike, no really! Charmlee County Park
Olympicnut heeds some sage advice and goes
on a hiking expedition in the hills above Malibu. He has incredibly
lovely pictures of flowers, oak trees and fantastic oceanic
vistas. It's well worth the walk!
Six Flags announces that there is 'Substantial Doubt' that it
will survive
OogieBoogie has found some dire news from the
Six Flags front. In an accountant-speak filing on the SEC website,
the future financial for the Six Flags parks looks grim. Or
maybe this is just their way of forewarning a need to restructure
their debt? Share your opinions here...
Six
Flags Magic Mountain 'highly profitable'
In better news, Sir Clinksalot finds that Southern
California's own Six Flags park is doing gang buster business
and is in the black. Maybe they have some secrets they can share
with their far-flung cohorts?
Is everyone still getting used to the time change? Or still out
celebrating St. Patrick's Day? Possibly everyone is visiting their
closest Disney Park, or perhaps enjoying the fine weather and
gardening? Maybe it's just spring fever. Things are quieter than
usual in the Main Lounge, but there's always something to discuss
~disneyballerina
Let's
get our hair did.
TheGrimGrinner looks for some advice about
haircare from the fashion mavens who frequent the Gibson Girls
forum.
Dorothea
Holt Redmond dies
The Los Angeles Times reports that Redmond died at home late
last month, of congestive heart failure. She was 98. 'In 1964,
she joined what is now known as Walt Disney Imagineering and
helped envision elements of Disneyland and Disney World. Disney died in 1966
before the elaborate New Orleans Square hideaway she designed
with him could be completed. For decades, the space was used
as a gallery.' Thanks to SnorkletsMom, for
the link to the story.
Chicago's
Sears Tower gets a new name.
Chicagoan Barbaraann keeps us informed about
the latest news around her hometown, announcing the name change
of the 110 story landmark skyscraper from Sears Tower to Willis
Tower. I'm not one for change, especially after years and years
of familiarity. Candlestick Park was always Candlestick Park
to me, never Monster or 3Com. Willis Tower? Hmm. That's gonna
take some getting used to...
Sherman
brother's, 'the river song'
If you've not heard it before, PLAZAINN1 recommends
listening to this melancholy tune.
3/10:
Kevin Yee - His and Hers
Kevin compares Disney World Half Marathons, discuss it here...
3/12:
Werner Weiss - Magic Kingdom Club
Does anyone out there remember the Magic Kingdom Club? After
checking out Werner's latest article, share your memories in
this great Yesterland thread.
3/13:
David Michael - In The Parks
It was a busy news week around SoCal's theme parks. Check out
Darkbeer's update for the latest on Six Flags,
Knotts, and of course, the DLR.
3/14:
Weekend Update
This weeks selection of great photos includes Tampa Ren Faire,
Universal Japan, Wellington, NZ and Bette Davis.
3/16:
Andy Castro - Dateline Disneyland
Lighting up the Pier, Big Thunder Ranch, Bye-bye 50th Anniversary,
D23, +MORE!
Disney
Dream and Disney Fantasy
KevinYee fills us in on the two future additions
to the Disney Cruise Line. Are any DCL veterans waiting eagerly
for 2011?
The big news this week was the launch of D23, the first
'official' Disney fan club - sir
clinksalot
'Race
to Witch Mountain'
Disney's newest movie 'Race to Witch Mountain' was
the top movie at the box office this weekend, grossing over
$25 million dollars. Time to catch up on this thread all about
the movie.
Disney
Announces 'D23'
Disney announced their 'D23' campaign last week, the first 'official'
fan club for Disney fans. A one year membership includes a quarterly
publication, membership certificate, D23 expo and more. Discuss
it all in
MiceChat's new 'D23' section.
'The
Little Mermaid' 20th Anniversary reunion event 5/21
20 years ago a little mermaid named Ariel swam into theatres,
and into our hearts. On May 21st, Woodbury University in Burbank
is organizing a reunion to commemorate the 20th anniversary
of The Little Mermaid. The event takes place at 7:30pm.
'Castle'
on ABC
Gone2Disneyland checks in on the new ABC mid-season
show. Calling all Nathan Fillion fans. Calling all Nathan Fillion
fans.
Who
can't wait for Up and The Princess and the Frog?!?!
Spoiled_Tink is super excited for Disney's
upcoming animated features. Who's with her?
MacGyver hitting the big screen
MacGyver was a one-of-kind TV action hero. Barbossa
wonders if he should make the jump to the big screen.
Be sure to check the Meets & Events section for any late-breaking
developments as the weekend approaches! ~dballerina
Colorado
Meet!
Calling all Denver area MiceChatters! IndyJn511
is interested in meeting up with you!
Disneyland
3/20/09
Evil Step-Mom is planning to be at Disneyland
this Friday. Can you make it?
Possible meet-up Friday 3/20 or 3/27
RadioBarry suggests a couple of possible dates
for a mini-meet at or near the resort.
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