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1. Walt
Disney World Railroad
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 3
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 5
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
****
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: NO
(6)
SUMMARY: A nice relaxing ride around the perimeter of the
Magic Kingdom. You can get on or off the train at Main
Street, Frontier Land, or Mickey's Toontown Fair. The ride
has a lively but corny narration. The main attraction of the
ride is the train itself. The cars are pulled by one of four
genuine steam engines that were built around the turn of the
century and refurbished by Disney. They were also converted
to diesel at the same time. The coaches are open on the side
and have park bench style seating. All though there is no
air conditioning, the fifteen minute ride could provide a
welcome break.
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WAITING TIME: USUALLY NONE
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2. Main
Street Transportation
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RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 1
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 2
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
*
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: NO
(6)
SUMMARY: Nothing exciting here. Replicas of antique cars,
horse drawn trolleys, and a fire engine that travel up and
down Main Street. Rides are one way to either end of Main
Street. You can get just as much if not more out of seeing
them as they drive by as you can by riding on them. This
ride is not worth seeing if you have to wait at all in line.
(7)
WAITING TIME: 10 TO 15 MINUTES
(8)
BEST TIME TO SEE: ANYTIME |
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3. Main
Street Cinema
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: All
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 2
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 3
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
**
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: YES
(6)
SUMMARY: Vintage and current Disney animation including the
short, Steam Boat Willie, Mickey Mouse's debut talking film.
(7)
WAITING TIME: NONE
(8)
BEST TIME TO SEE: ANYTIME
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ADVENTURE LAND |
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1. Swiss
Family Robinson Tree House
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 2
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 3
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
*
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: NO
(6)
SUMMARY: This attraction recreates the tree house from the
movie "SWISS FAMILY ROBINSON". There are a whole lot of
stairs to climb at this attraction and really not a whole
lot to do or see. Mainly, you climb the stairs and go past
the different rooms and make shift devices that were created
in the movie. If you are in fairly good shape and don't mind
the climbing go for it, otherwise send the kiddies in and
have a seat in the shade.
(7)
WAITING TIME: TEN MINUTES
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BEST TIME TO SEE: ANYTIME |
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2. The
Enchanted Tiki Birds (R)
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 3
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 8
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
****
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: YES
(6)
SUMMARY: The Enchanted Tiki Birds is classic Disney
entertainment. Not only birds, but flowers and statues
perform for your enjoyment. These audio animatronic
creations are extremely animated although not exactly state
of the art. The songs and dialogue are humorous and
enjoyable. No trip to Disney would be complete without
visiting this attraction. The show is about fifteen minutes
long, there are seats, and it is air conditioned making this
attraction a great midday rest stop. There is also a good
pre-show for you to watch while waiting for the next show.
This attraction recently came under new management, Lago
from Aladdin and Zazu from the Lion King now own this
attraction and inject their own style of humor into the
show. Definitely worth seeing.
(7)
WAITING TIME: NONE. Theater should hold everyone waiting.
(8)
BEST TIME TO SEE: ANYTIME. Show times are posted |
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3. The
Jungle Cruise
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RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 3
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 6
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
****
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: NO
(6)
SUMMARY: The Jungle Cruise is another "must see" ride. On
this ten minute ride aboard an African Queen style boat you
will travel through the jungles of the world. On your
journey you will encounter all sorts of (audio animatronic)
Wild life. Your real life guide on this journey can be quite
funny at times. The subtropical plants that you will see
along the way are real. They are kept alive by a hidden
system of heaters and fans for when the temperatures get too
cold.
(7)
WAITING TIME: USUALLY 30 TO 50 MINUTES
(8)
BEST TIME TO SEE: EARLY MORNING OR LATE AFTERNOON. |
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4.
ALADDIN'S MAGIC CARPETS
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RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 3
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 4
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
***
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: NO
(6)
SUMMARY: This is very similar to Dumbo over in
Fantasyland. The main difference is that you may get just a
little wet because the camels that surround the ride spit
streams of water. Great for adolescents but not worth the
wait for anyone over ten.
(7)
WAIT TIME: About 40 minutes
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BEST TIME TO SEE: Anytime |
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5.
Pirates Of The Caribbean (R)
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 4
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 7
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
****
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: YES
(6)
SUMMARY: A raging thunder storm and a short drop down a
water flume in the beginning of this ride belie the true
nature of this attraction. This is actually a very benign
ride with the exception of the beginning. Once you have gone
down the flume your small boat gently drifts into a
Caribbean port town which has been taken over by pirates.
This ride has undergone a refit. You can now spot Captain
Jack Sparrow in several scenes along with Captain Barbosa.
The biggest change is in the begining where Davie Jones can
be seen projected on a fog screen just before the drop. The
detail and the audio animatronics are excellent. When you
come out of the ride, you will probably find yourself
whistling the song which is played in the background during
the ride. A great time for all! Be sure to look for Captain
Jack Sparrow out in front of the attraction. He puts on a
small show for everyone.
(7)
WAITING TIME: 40 MINUTES
(8)
BEST TIME TO SEE: MID AFTERNOON AND EVENINGS
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FRONTIER LAND |
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1.
Splash Mountain (H) 40
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: 6 AND UP
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 8
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 9
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
*****
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: YES, WHILE INSIDE SPLASH MOUNTAIN
(6)
SUMMARY: This is THE most popular ride in the Magic Kingdom.
You ride in a log boat through brightly colored scenes with
lively music and audio animatronic figures that follow the
adventures of Brer Rabbit as he tries to escape from Brer
Bear and Brer Fox. The adventure ends with a drop down the
longest, steepest, and fastest water flume around. After the
ride you can purchase a picture of your drop down the flume
as a souvenir.
(7)
WAITING TIME: 45 TO 70 MINUTES ( FAST PASS RIDE )
(8)
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2. Big
Thunder Mountain (H) 40
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: 6 AND UP
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 7
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 7
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
****
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: NO
(6)
SUMMARY: This is a somewhat mild roller coaster ride aboard
what is suppose to be a runaway mining train. There are no
long drops but there are some really quick turns. All of the
mining equipment that you see on the mountain are genuine
antiques collected from around the country by Disney. This
ride is much more exciting if ridden after dark. If you are
going to go on this ride more than once, ride it at least
once during the day and once after dark.
(7)
WAITING TIME: 45 MINUTES
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BEST TIME TO SEE: EARLY MORNINGS, MEAL TIMES, AND EVENINGS |
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3.
Frontier Land Shooting Gallery
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 1
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 2
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
*
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: NO
(6)
SUMMARY: You pay to play, the guns shoot a beam of light,
and there are no prizes. Do only after you have done
everything else in the park at least twice.
(7)
WAITING TIME: NONE
(8)
BEST TIME TO SEE: DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME |
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4. The
Country Bear Jamboree (R)
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 3
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 9
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
****
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: YES
(6)
SUMMARY: Audio animatronic bears in all shapes and sizes
sing and joke for your entertainment in a real country
hoe-down. All seats in the theater are good but you can see
more things going on the farther back you sit. Try sitting
halfway between the front row and the middle of the theater
for the best view. This is a great show and a good rest
stop.
(7)
WAITING TIME: ABOUT 30 MINUTES BETWEEN SHOWS
(8)
BEST TIME TO SEE: ANYTIME |
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5. Tom
Sawyers Island
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 1
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 4
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
**
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: NO
(6)
SUMMARY: Kids will enjoy this attraction much more than
adults. You board a free floating raft that brings you over
to the island. There are caves to explore, barrel bridges,
and all sort of things to see and do. It should be noted
that in the event of a thunder storm there are few places to
come in out of the weather and the rafts that brought you to
the island will not operate while there is lightning. So if
you decide to take in this attraction keep an eye on the
weather.
(7)
WAITING TIME: 15 TO 20 MINUTES
(8)
BEST TIME TO SEE: MORNINGS
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LIBERTY SQUARE |
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1. The
Hall Of Presidents (R)
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 3
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 7
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
****
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: YES
(6)
SUMMARY: This is a theater production about the founding of
our country. After a short movie the curtain rises and
reveals some of the most realistic audio animatronic figures
you will ever see with the possible exception of The
American Adventure at EPCOT. All of this country's
presidents, past and present are represented on the stage.
After a roll call in which each president acknowledges his
name, President Lincoln gives a short speech. Watch the
others during the speech and you will see them fidgeting
just as if they were alive. President Bush also gives a
short speech. A great show and another good rest stop.
(7)
WAITING TIME: ONLY UNTIL THE START OF THE NEXT SHOW
(8)
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2. The
Haunted Mansion (R)
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: 6 AND UP
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 4
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 8
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
****
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: YES
(6)
SUMMARY: A ride through a haunted Victorian mansion.
The ride takes you from room to room where you view ghostly
goings on including some fairly realistic holographic type
images that seem to be floating in mid air. Be sure to read
the epitaphs on the grave stones at the entrance and exit of
the house. Pay particular attention to the grave of Leota
pictured to the right of this review. Watch closely and you
just might see the stone come to life. This attraction
has gone under a major renovation with many changes.
It is a little more scary than before so be aware of this
before bringing young children who may have issues with
this. I have increased the ratings on this ride to
reflect the changes.
(7)
WAITING TIME: 30 TO 40 MINUTES
(8)
BEST TIME TO SEE: MID AFTERNOON TILL CLOSING |
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3. The
River Boat Ride
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 1
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 3
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
***
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: NO
(6)
SUMMARY: A replica of a real steam driven stern wheeler but
not free floating. This boat moves along a track located a
few feet below the surface. A nice relaxing ride but it
should not be considered a rest stop on a hot day. This ride
gives you a view of Frontier Land and Liberty Square that
you will not get anywhere else.
(7)
WAITING TIME: NONE ONCE THE BOAT IS AT THE DOCK
(8)
BEST TIME TO SEE: ANYTIME
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FANTASY LAND |
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1. It's
A Small World (R)
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 2
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 7
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
*****
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: YES
(6)
SUMMARY: A delightful indoor boat ride around the world
where audio animatronic figures costumed in clothes styled
from the country that they represent sing and dance to the
attractions theme song. Although the audio animatronic
figures are far from being state of the art, it is still a
very entertaining ride. This is the same ride that appeared
at the 1964 Worlds Fair. It is also another good rest stop.
"WARNING" The theme song "It's A Small World After All" is
contagious. You will find yourself unconsciously singing or
humming this song long after you have left the park. Point
of interest, the third photo down on the left shows a clown
holding a sign that reads "help". This clown is the only
figure on the ride that is not smiling. All other
characters that you will see have a smile on their face.
This ride underwent a 12 month refurbishment in 2004 that
included some new figures as well as some much needed
cleaning. The only thing that I have found to be missing
from the original ride is the clown that is mentioned
earlier.
(7)
WAITING TIME: 20 TO 30 MINUTES
(8)
BEST TIME TO SEE: LATE AFTERNOON AND ON |



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2. Peter
Pan's Flight
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 2
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 5
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
***
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: YES
(6)
SUMMARY: Guests board a small pirate ship which is suspended
from a track above. Each ship can seat two or three people.
On the ride the ship seems to fly through the air while it
passes from scene to scene following the story line of
Disney's animated version of Peter Pan. A very enjoyable
ride for young and old alike.
(7)
WAITING TIME: 30 TO 40 MINUTES
(8)
BEST TIME TO SEE: ANYTIME, LINES ARE FAIRLY CONSTANT |
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3.
Cinderella's Golden Carousal
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 1
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 3
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
*
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: NO
(6)
SUMMARY: This is a totally refurbished antique carousal. In
fact, it is so refurbished that you really can't call it
antique anymore. Very few of the original parts remain. It
is however, a highly detailed and very beautiful ride to
see. Disney engineers have spared no expense to recreate the
grand piece of equipment it once was. Unfortunately, it is
still just a merry-go-round.
(7)
WAITING TIME: NONE
(8)
BEST TIME TO SEE: ANYTIME |
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4.
MICKEY'S PHILHARMAGIC (R)
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 6
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 9
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL: *****
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: YES
(6)
SUMMARY: MICKEY'S PHILHARMAGIC is a 3D movie featuring many
of your favorite characters. This is a really great show.
The affects are outstanding and the pace is lively. The best
show of this type in all of Disney.
(7)
WAITING TIME:
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5. The
Many Adventures of Winnie The Pooh
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 3
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 6
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
***
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: YES
(6)
SUMMARY: An amusement park type ride that is fairly
enjoyable. Two people can climb into a honey pot and go for
a ride that is full of turns, spins and bounces. A very tame
ride really, it follows the story line of Winnie the Pooh
complete with all the characters from the story.
(7)
WAITING TIME: 30 TO 50 MINUTES ( FAST PASS RIDE )
(8)
BEST TIME TO SEE: ANYTIME, LINES ARE USUALLY CONSTANT |
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6. Dumbo
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 2
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 2
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
*
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: NO
(6)
SUMMARY: A carnival midway style ride. Dumbo flies up, Dumbo
flies down, Dumbo flies round and round and round. Small
children will enjoy this ride. Children over the age of
seven will find this ride too childish.
(7)
WAITING TIME: 30 MINUTES
(8)
BEST TIME TO SEE: ANYTIME |
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7. Snow
Whites' Adventure
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: 5 AND UP
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 2
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 3
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
**
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: YES
(6)
SUMMARY: An amusement park haunted house type ride. Not very
scary but could frighten preschoolers. Rapidly moving cars
twist, turn, and bump through a variety of scenes. Most of
the scenes are of the evil Queen / witch.
(7)
WAITING TIME: 25 MINUTES
(8)
BEST TIME TO SEE: ANYTIME, LINES ARE FAIRLY CONSTANT |
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8. The
Mad Hatters Tea Party
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 6
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 2
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
***
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: NO
(6)
SUMMARY: This is the classic spinning tea cup ride. The cups
are in groups of four and spin on a spinning turntable which
sets on a larger spinning turntable. This is truly not for
anyone who is even the slightest bit prone to motion
sickness. A great ride if you can handle it.
(7)
WAITING TIME: 20 TO 30 MINUTES
(8)
BEST TIME TO SEE: BEFORE YOU EAT
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MICKEY'S TOONTOWN FAIR |
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1. The
Barnstormer
At Goofy's Wiseacres Farm (H) 35
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: 5 and up
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 4
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 5
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
***
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: YES
(6)
SUMMARY: A fairly mild roller coaster (kiddie coaster) with
no rolls or loops. This is a very short ride and not very
fast. The cars are child sized so they do not easily
accommodate larger people. Leg room and hip room are at a
premium. I rode this ride with my son who was 10 at the time
and neither of us were very comfortable. My advice is that
you let the children fide alone if possible.
(7)
WAITING TIME: 20 to 30 minutes
(8)
BEST TIME TO SEE: EARLY OR LATE IN THE DAY AND AT MEAL TIMES
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TOMORROW LAND |
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1. Space
Mountain (H) 44
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: 7 AND UP
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 9
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 4
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
*****
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: YES
(6)
SUMMARY: This is a roller coaster ride that is unlike any
other one you have ever been on. Forget loops, forget cork
screws, this one is in near total darkness. The top speed of
this ride is less than 30 MPH but the extra sharp, sudden
and unexpected turns make the G force that you experience on
this ride incredible. It's enough to pull things right out
of your shirt pocket. Also, the front seat has some visual
surprises all it's own. One more thing. If you decide that,
after standing in line you don't want to go on the ride or
you just want to see what it looks like inside, there is an
escape exit just before the final cueing line that will lead
you to the exit. This is NOT A GOOD rest stop.
(7)
WAITING TIME: 45 MINUTES ( FAST PASS RIDE )
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2.
Tomorrow Land Transit Authority
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 2
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 4
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
***
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: ONLY WHEN PASSING THROUGH EXHIBITS
(6)
SUMMARY: Billed as the transportation of the future this
transportation system is used here to give you an automated
tour of The New Tomorrow Land. The cars move along a track
much in the same way as the experimental Meg Lev. train.
Electromagnets imbedded in the track act on magnets in the
cars. By turning them on and off in sequence, motion is
achieved. A very interesting ride and a good rest stop.
(7)
WAITING TIME: 0 TO 10 MINUTES
(8)
BEST TIME TO SEE: ANYTIME |
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3. Buzz
Lightyear's
Space Rangers Spin (R)
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 4
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 7
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
****
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: YES
(6)
SUMMARY: This ride is based on the character from Disney's
hit movie TOY STORY. The cars that you ride in have two
laser guns, one for each passenger and a joy stick which
allows you to turn your car from side to side in order to
line up targets. Be careful, holding the stick to one side
or the other makes the car spin round and round. Each hit
scores points which are totaled on the counter in front of
each passenger. At the end of the ride you can see who had
the best score.
(7)
WAITING TIME: 45 MINUTES
(8)
BEST TIME TO SEE: ANYTIME |
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4. Astro
Orbiter
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: 7 AND UP
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 5
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 3
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
***
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: NO
(6)
SUMMARY: This ride has just been remodeled. It was formally
called the Star Jets and was an amusement park type jet ride
high above Tomorrow Land. You have to take an elevator to
get to the ride and you walk down afterwards. Nothing
special but it might be worth trying once.
(7)
WAITING TIME: 30 MINUTES
(8)
BEST TIME TO SEE: EARLY MORNING OR LATE IN THE DAY |
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5. The
Grand Prix Raceway (H) 35
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL. (small children must ride with
adult)
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 4
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 3
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
**
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: NO
(6)
SUMMARY: The Grand Prix Raceway really doesn't belong in
Tomorrow Land. In fact, with the remodeling of Tomorrow Land
finished it's totally out of place here. It is a very
popular attraction though so it will more than likely be
around for some time to come. Here you will drive a
miniature gas powered formula 1 race car around a Grand Prix
course. The cars are guided around the track on a single
rail. You can steer the car but the rail prevents you from
leaving your lane. It's fun if you've never done it before
but once you've done it, it's boring because they don't go
very fast.
(7)
WAITING TIME: 40 MINUTES
(8)
BEST TIME TO SEE: EARLY OR LATE IN THE DAY |
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6.
Carousel Of Progress (R)
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 3
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 7
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
****
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: YES
(6)
SUMMARY: This attraction is another hold over from the 1964
Worlds Fair but it has been updated and remodeled more than
once during its life. There are several stages located in a
circle at the center of the theater. When you enter you will
take a seat in a room facing one of the stages. The
presentation follows the lives of a family from the turn of
the century to the near future and shows how technology has
changed their lives. The stage does not move from scene to
scene. The room does. Once you sit down you stay seated for
the entire show. The audio animatronics are excellent and
the show is very good. This attraction is highly recommended
and it's also a great rest stop. This
attraction is usually only open during peak periods.
(7)
WAITING TIME: 10 TO 15 MINUTES
(8)
BEST TIME TO SEE: ANYTIME |
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7.
Stitches Great Escape
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: 7 AND UP
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 6
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 6
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
****
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: YES
(6)
SUMMARY: Loosely based on the movie Lilo and Stitch, the new
version of this attraction is not as scarey as its
predecessor. Still a good attraction but more for younger
children now. The cartoon introduction during the pre-show
is not as good as the live action version. Skippy the test
subject during the pre-show is still on hand but the show is
not as entertaining as the original. Young children
may not like this show because much of the main show is in
total darkness. All in all a good show
but not as good as the original. Disney has a track record
of replacing attractions with versions that are not as good
as the original. Example, Imagination at EPCOT.
(7)
WAITING TIME: 50 MINUTES
(8)
BEST TIME TO SEE: VERY EARLY OR LATE IN THE DAY
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8.
Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor
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RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 4
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 8
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
****
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: YES
(6)
SUMMARY: Monsters Inc. is located in the
old Time Keeper theater across from Stitch. The show
is set as a comedy club where animated characters from the
film try to make you laugh to get power for their city.
They can interact with the audience and the show can be
quite funny. The level of amusement depends greatly
upon how willing the members of the audience are to
participate in the show. You do not have to go up on
stage but are put on camera and shown on a big screen beside
the stage. A cast member roams the audience with a
mike so that the characters can ask questions. You may
be poked fun at so a good sense of humor is essential.
This show is still evolving with new bits and control of the
animation improving all the time.
Monsters Inc. is a good show and should be seen if you have the time.
(7)
WAITING TIME: TILL NEXT SHOW MINUTES
(8)
BEST TIME TO SEE: ANYTIME
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1. Main
Street Parade
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 2
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 7
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
***
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: NO
(6)
SUMMARY: The Main Street parade can be seen at a variety of
locations throughout the Magic Kingdom. It starts next to
Splash Mountain, goes through Frontier Land, turns right at
the river boat landing, continues around the castle and then
down Main Street where it exits. This route will sometimes
be reversed. Currently, the theme of the parade is "DISNEY
DREAMS COME TRUE". There are floats along with music,
singing, and dancing and of course, the Disney Characters.
It's a very good time for all. This is not worth seeing more
than once. On a hot day try and find a shady spot for
viewing about 15 to 20 minutes before parade time.
(7)
WAITING TIME: NONE
(8)
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2.
Spectro-Magic Parade
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 3
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 8
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
*****
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: NO
(6)
SUMMARY: A night time parade of lights and fantasy. This
parade is very hard to describe and still do it justice.
Built mostly around Disney movies, it features floats and
characters adorned with thousands upon thousands of tiny
lights. The parade follows the same route as the previously
mentioned parade but it is only presented when the park is
opened late. This is truly a "Must See" attraction.
Guaranteed to be one of the highlights of your trip.
(7)
WAITING TIME: NONE
(8)
BEST TIME TO SEE: SEE SCHEDULE OF SHOW TIMES |

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3.
Wishes
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 3
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 5
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
****
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: NO
(6)
SUMMARY: Wishes is the Magic Kingdoms fireworks display. An
above average display, it is held nightly when the park is
open late. The best vantage point is from the end of Main
Street. From there you also get to see Tinker Bell fly down
from one of the spires of the castle. A truly brave sole,
she slides down a guide wire to a point in between Main
Street and Tomorrow Land.
(7)
WAITING TIME: NONE
(8)
BEST TIME TO SEE: SEE SCHEDULE OF SHOW TIMES |
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4.
Castle Shows
(1)
RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP: ALL
(2)
THRILL LEVEL: 2
(3)
ENTERTAINMENT LEVEL: 8
(4)
PRIORITY LEVEL:
****
(5)
AIR CONDITIONED: NO
(6)
SUMMARY: A live show held on the stage in front of the
castle. The current show is DISNEY DREAMS COME TRUE. It's
really a delightful show and it's held several times during
the day.
(7)
WAITING TIME: NONE
(8)
BEST TIME TO SEE: SEE SCHEDULE OF SHOW TIMES
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