DCA Gets A Worthy Overhaul Budget

MmeLeota · Post by **MmeLeota** » Feb Wed 03, 2010 5:35 pm

Really, they are not completely abandoning the California theme. The front entrance (currently Sunshine Plaza) is suppose to be reminiscent of the day Walt and Roy came to CA in the '20s...hence the red trolleys and the addition of the Carthay Theatre. It's still CA but vintage. As far as the rest of the park goes, you still have Paradise Pier modeled after the old boardwalk parks (and better themed now that it's all Victorian IMHO), and there is still reference to the Wharf area (the main dining area in the park).

Of course, with Flik's Funfair and the opening of Carsland in 2012, I don't think they really blend well with the CA theme. It's kind of turning into a half and half park. Half CA, half Pixar.

But who am I to say anything...just a crazy fan, I guess...

Post by **Len90** » Feb Wed 03, 2010 9:44 pm

MmeLeota wrote:Really, they are not completely abandoning the California theme. The front entrance (currently Sunshine Plaza) is suppose to be reminiscent of the day Walt and Roy came to CA in the '20s...hence the red trolleys and the addition of the Carthay Theatre. It's still CA but vintage. As far as the rest of the park goes, you still have Paradise Pier modeled after the old boardwalk parks (and better themed now that it's all Victorian IMHO), and there is still reference to the Wharf area (the main dining area in the park).

Of course, with Flik's Funfair and the opening of Carsland in 2012, I don't think they really blend well with the CA theme. It's kind of turning into a half and half park. Half CA, half Pixar.

But who am I to say anything...just a crazy fan, I guess...

Carsland is very fitting to California life. The interstates are always jammed with cars and traffic. The smog from the pollution of cars. To me it is very fitting.

mindflipper · Post by **mindflipper** » Feb Wed 03, 2010 10:40 pm

MmeLeota I think is correct, Len90. If you seen the concept art of Carsland, its geography looks more similar Nevada/Arizona more than California. With TSMM, Mickey's Fun Wheel, the Symphony Swings, and the World of Color - the Paradise Pier seems less California. The Hollywood Backlot is less Hollywood and more Disney. It seems DCA is slowly and surely becoming less and less CA.

elizabethswann · Post by **elizabethswann** » Feb Wed 03, 2010 11:17 pm

I think Paradise Pier is their version of the Santa Monica Pier, to be honest.

mindflipper · Post by **mindflipper** » Feb Wed 03, 2010 11:48 pm

A disney-fied version? I liked Santa Monica's, but San Deigo didn't have a bad pier either (smaller).

elizabethswann · Post by **elizabethswann** » Feb Thu 04, 2010 1:23 am

It's a possibility. I haven't been to the San Diego version but I've seen enough pictures of the Santa Monica one. It could be what they were aiming for though I haven't heard anything about it.

mindflipper · Post by **mindflipper** » Feb Thu 04, 2010 10:01 am

Many years ago, I did a California trip from San Francisco to San Deigo all along the coastline - so I got to see both piers back then. I did remember Santa Monica was a bit more impressive than San Deigo. But you're right - Paradise Pier is modelled after these kind of piers in California.

elizabethswann · Post by **elizabethswann** » Feb Mon 08, 2010 3:14 pm

http://micechat.com/forums/blogs/dateli ... -more.html

Recent update from Micechat: Valentine's Day decorations around the park, Silly Symphony Swings, Princess Tiana's parade moves, etc.

elizabethswann · Post by **elizabethswann** » Feb Mon 15, 2010 4:50 pm

http://micechat.com/forums/blogs/dateli ... -more.html

Recent update from Micechat: Captain EO's return, the Frontierland bridge refurb, World of Color testing, etc.

Post by **Len90** » Feb Tue 16, 2010 12:14 pm

World of color looks like it should be ready to go as scheduled. Those testing shots are really amazing. Definitely something that I would love to see in person

elizabethswann · Post by **elizabethswann** » Feb Tue 16, 2010 5:45 pm

I agree. I was in awe when I saw the photo.

elizabethswann · Post by **elizabethswann** » Feb Mon 22, 2010 5:15 am

http://micechat.com/forums/blogs/dateli ... -more.html

Latest update from Micechat: Captain EO is nearing opening day, Alice in Wonderland film merchandise, DCA construction continuing, DLR stroller/wheelchair construction, etc.

Post by **Len90** » Feb Wed 24, 2010 2:11 am

Interesting update since it shows a lot of progress made on the Cars land area. Also that scaffolding around the Golden Zephyr kind of looks a bit unsafe and a bit scary. Seems like HISTA will be back after Captain EO, unless Disney cut a few corners.

elizabethswann · Post by **elizabethswann** » Feb Wed 24, 2010 3:28 am

Thankfully the Golden Zephyr is getting a necessary repaint and a possible tuneup. I haven't heard anything about HISTA returning though with hardly anyone ever going to it, I don't see why they should bring it back.

Amy · Post by **Amy** » Feb Thu 25, 2010 4:12 pm

I don't think we ever got to go on the Golden Zephyr during any of our trips - it was always closed due to high winds or other situations. I look forward to riding the refurbished version someday! The whole DCA storyline is a little confusing overall...