GaDawgFan.....Kelly 799 Posted March 7, 2013 Report Share Posted March 7, 2013 I know that this is probably going to make Lou cranky because it's a rumor, but we do have a rumor thread. It's lonely with only 1 post.Disney Food Blog is giving more information about the rumored plans for Downtown Disney.http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2013/03/07/rumor-new-restaurants-planned-for-disney-worlds-downtown-disney/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted March 7, 2013 Report Share Posted March 7, 2013 Poo on Lou - rumors are fun. I don't know who some of those restaurants are, but I could very definitely get excited about a Trader Sam's and anything by Morimoto. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lou... 3,118 Posted March 7, 2013 Report Share Posted March 7, 2013 I know that this is probably going to make Lou crankyThat ship sailed a long time ago.we do have a rumor thread. It's lonely with only 1 post.Wow, I didn't know that. Is it new?Back to that article, I love this part. "Please note that all of this is subject to change (and probably WILL!)". Nothing like credibility in journalism.As for the rumors about DTD, they aren't rumors. Certain things are going to be torn down, changed, or added, it's been announced, that's not news.Certain CMs, me, were given broad outlines regarding one of the areas that is changing, months ago by a WDW VP. Not much on exact details though.As for the rumored parking garage, that's been talked about since the West Side was added. It's like the rumors about a 5th park.The funny thing will be when Disney finally releases plans, and they will, people will say, see the rumors were true. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted March 7, 2013 Report Share Posted March 7, 2013 "Please note that all of this is subject to change (and probably WILL!)". Nothing like credibility in journalism.Hey, at least they're being up front about the fact that none of this is carved in stone and is still just speculation.There are a some sites out there that will take a rumor and run with it like it's gospel. And then when it doesn't pan out, they just never mention it again.The kicker is that I can think of at least 2 off the top of my head that do this ALL. THE. TIME. Both claim all kinds of reliable inside sources, and yet I'd have to guess that less than 1/2 of what they "report" ever proves to be true. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted March 12, 2013 Report Share Posted March 12, 2013 So yet another related RUMOR... supposedly Disney is going to announce exactly what the new plans are for DTD tomorrow.Stay tuned... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lou... 3,118 Posted March 12, 2013 Report Share Posted March 12, 2013 My invitation must have been lost in the mail. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted March 12, 2013 Report Share Posted March 12, 2013 Supposedly the big grand public announcement has been rescheduled, however WDWMagic is reporting that the information on at least some of the changes was given to CMs this afternoon... 'Disney Springs' Downtown Disney expansion confirmed to cast members this afternoon at Downtown DisneyMar 12, 2013 | 2:55pm EDT'Disney Springs' has today been confirmed to cast members as the expansion set to completely transform the Downtown Disney area. The media announcement planned for today has been pushed back to what will likely be later this week. However, the following highlights were confirmed today to cast members.The name of the new Downtown Disney will be 'Disney Springs.'The theming will be that of a beautiful lush, old Florida feel, featuring lots of new water ways, water features, and shade.Two parking garages will be constructed, one on the Marketplace side, and one on the West Side near Cirque du Soleil. This will free up space taken by the existing ground level parking to be used for new restaurants and shops.World of Disney will be expanded.Many new restaurants and shops will be added as part of the expansion, with most being new to the Orlando area. No specific vendors have been confirmed so far.A walkway bridge will be constructed from the Rainforest Cafe to the TREX area to improve guest flow.Captain Jacks Restaurant will be closing, but all cast will be relocated to other restaurants.http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/disney-springs/news/12mar2013-%27disney-springs%27-downtown-disney-expansion-confirmed-to-cast-members-this-afternoon-at-downtown-disney.htm#.UT98V6ntoH8.twitter Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lou... 3,118 Posted March 12, 2013 Report Share Posted March 12, 2013 Supposedly the big grand public announcement has been rescheduledMust be why I haven't received my formal printed invitation yet. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Big Kahuna aka John 71 Posted March 12, 2013 Report Share Posted March 12, 2013 WESH channel 2 has artist drawings that were "leaked"... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AC in A2......Aaron 693 Posted March 12, 2013 Report Share Posted March 12, 2013 WESH channel 2 has artist drawings that were "leaked"...http://www.wesh.com/Leaked-photos-show-Downtown-Disney-overhaul/-/11788876/19287584/-/fj0anhz/-/index.html Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lou... 3,118 Posted March 12, 2013 Report Share Posted March 12, 2013 Yada, yada, yada, I've heard it before. Let's see if they deliver this time.So now we'll have Saratoga Springs, Coronado Springs, and Disney Springs, really, that's the best name they could come up with?If the story is accurate, adding that bridge from the Hotel Plaza Blvd resorts to the MP is not going to make a big difference. I can tell you first hand because I sit at that light all the time, that it's not the people trying to cross that intersection that's slowing things down, it's the cars. And if it was a major bottleneck, then DTD CMs crossing from the CM parking lot behind the Hess station at PI is just as bad or even worse. Are they adding a bridge there too? It didn't sound like it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AC in A2......Aaron 693 Posted March 12, 2013 Report Share Posted March 12, 2013 Honestly i think I liked the Hyperion Wharf idea/concept art better.This is going to have a ton of waterways and water features?That will look awesome when they are having a drought and turn them all off. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GaDawgFan.....Kelly 799 Posted March 13, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2013 I like the ideas but think DTD is a better name, even with the changes. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lou... 3,118 Posted March 13, 2013 Report Share Posted March 13, 2013 WDWMagic stuck their head way out by making a really big deal about the big announcement that was supposed to have been made today. They also said it was delayed due to extremely poor weather. Delayed, it never happened. I don't know where their knucklehead reporter was, but driving all over WDW today, all I encountered was light rain. I took the wipers off intermittent once the entire day.They covered their butts by saying that the changes were confirmed to CMs. Really, what a bunch of baloney. It's been confirmed to some CMs for the last three months. They probably figure that most of their readers don't have a clue as to what's really going on at WDW so they buy whatever they print.I also asked a manager about the big announcement at DTD, he said, what announcement?I sure hope for WDWMagic's sake that Disney makes the announcement tomorrow. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lou... 3,118 Posted March 13, 2013 Report Share Posted March 13, 2013 I hear crickets. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
alexwyattmommy 181 Posted March 13, 2013 Report Share Posted March 13, 2013 They sound really pretty. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lou... 3,118 Posted March 13, 2013 Report Share Posted March 13, 2013 They sound really pretty.Speaking of crickets, next time you're at the WL, listen for them at the entrance to the lobby, it's a recording. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted March 13, 2013 Report Share Posted March 13, 2013 Speaking of crickets, next time you're at the WL, listen for them at the entrance to the lobby, it's a recording.And one of my favorite details at WL.TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lou... 3,118 Posted March 13, 2013 Report Share Posted March 13, 2013 They're also one of destination sound tracks on the buses for POR. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted March 13, 2013 Report Share Posted March 13, 2013 They're also one of destination sound tracks on the buses for POR.And I think I've heard them at AKL Jambo House.TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lou... 3,118 Posted March 13, 2013 Report Share Posted March 13, 2013 And I think I've heard them at AKL Jambo House.TCDIt would make sense to have them there. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lou... 3,118 Posted March 13, 2013 Report Share Posted March 13, 2013 WDWMagic can't use the "extremely poor weather" reason for no big announcement today. It was a bright, sunny, mild, day today. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AC in A2......Aaron 693 Posted March 13, 2013 Report Share Posted March 13, 2013 I hear crickets out my back window from Spring through Fall. Frogs too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted March 14, 2013 Report Share Posted March 14, 2013 Well it's a rumor no more! From the Disney Parks blog... [looks like there's a "click here" link missing from the 2nd to the last paragraph] Announcing Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resortposted on March 14th, 2013 by Tom Staggs, Chairman, Walt Disney Parks and ResortsEarlier today, we unveiled plans for Disney Springs, the exciting, multi-year transformation of Downtown Disney at the Walt Disney World Resort, and I’d like to give you all a glimpse into what we’ve got planned.Walt Disney World Resort guests and local Florida residents have been enjoying Downtown Disney for more than 30 years, but we knew we had an opportunity to reimagine and reinvent this corner of the resort. We’ve spent a good deal of time thinking through just what we want this area to be, and how to bring it to life to make it a place unlike any other. And we have even scrapped a few preliminary plans that we felt didn’t measure up to our aspirations for this place.Our fundamental goal is to create a welcoming, comfortable space where families can enjoy time together and instantaneously feel right at home. We want to give them opportunities to relax, to be entertained, to wander in and out of unique and distinctive shops or enjoy a world-class dining experience. And because we are Disney, we’ve anchored the entire experience around a story that gives us the ability to deliver on the legendary place-making and creativity for which we are known. The result is Disney Springs, a timeless and vibrant place that celebrates the turn-of-the century lakeside towns that dotted the Florida landscape. GalleryThe story of Disney Springs begins at our new Town Center, which is oriented around a series of bubbling natural springs that first attracted settlers to the area. From there, the town grew to encompass three additional neighborhoods: The Landing, Marketplace and West Side – each with its own distinct charm and atmosphere. For more about each of these districts, click here.Once complete, Disney Springs will expand from 75 to more than 150 shopping, dining and entertainment venues, featuring some of the world’s most iconic brands and restaurants. Construction is set to begin next month. The expansion will open in phases and we expect to complete our development in 2016. We look forward to sharing more details in the future here on the Disney Parks Blog.http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2013/03/announcing-disney-springs-at-walt-disney-world-resort/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Total Joker ... TJ 203 Posted March 14, 2013 Report Share Posted March 14, 2013 The missing link...http://wdwnews.com/releases/2013/03/14/disney-springs-unveiled/?CMP=SOC-DPFY13Q2AnnouncingDisneySpringsAtWaltDisneyWorldResort000312-03-13 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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