Disney4me Posted May 2, 2020 Report Share Posted May 2, 2020 We’re not trying to incite a riot here, but with the Disney parks closed right now, we’ve found ourselves with an abundance of time to really ponder all things Disney. Magic Kingdom While every Disney fan has their own opinions, we actually think some of these less popular beliefs are, like it or not, probably true! There are some controversial thoughts being discussed on the interwebs and we want to address a few of them! 1. Pineapple Dole Whip Isn’t For Everyone While we definitely feel Pineapple Dole Whip lives up to its hype (and everyone should try it at least once!), it’s possible some of us might prefer other cold treats more! (Hey, we told you we were going to get pretty controversial up in here!! Right off the bat, dropping Dole Whip on you! :D) Pineapple Dole Whip It’s true, Pineapple Dole Whip is very sweet…but also acidic — maybe even too much so for some people. That’s why we prefer ours swirled with vanilla soft-serve — the richness of the ice cream really helps to balance out some of the fruity tartness! Pineapple and Vanilla Swirl Dole Whip at Pineapple Lanai Some of our DFB team members even prefer the new Coconut Dole Whip served in the Kakamora Float at Aloha Isle — although we’ve had mixed results getting the Coconut Dole Whip by itself. Some Cast Members have done it for us, while others have made us buy the whole float. Kakamora Float We LOVE You Some people just don’t like Dole Whip in general and might prefer soft-serve or a scoop of good ol’ ice cream instead. Whatever you prefer, Disney has a cool treat for you that’s sure to please. In Fact, Many Guests DON’T Love These Other Iconic Snacks If you think not enjoying Pineapple Dole Whip is a crime against Disney-kind, brace yourself for these other popular Disney World foods that a lot of people don’t actually like. The Jumbo Turkey Legs at Magic Kingdom are iconic. But while these gargantuan hunks of salty meat are extremely popular with some folks, for others they’re a hard-pass. Jumbo Turkey Leg Some people think Mickey Pretzels are way too salty or Churros are too hard. Disney aims to please a range of preferences, but they don’t always hit the mark with everyone. Don’t feel bad if you aren’t totally over the moon when you eat one of Disney’s most iconic foods — just keep snackin’ until you find the perfect treat that makes your heart go BOOM BOOM BOOM! Learn how to recreate some of your favorite Disney snacks at home! 2. Disney ISN’T Too Expensive I can see you’re headed for the comments section right now, but hear us out. It’s a very popular opinion that the Disney parks are waaaay too expensive these days, and you don’t hear many people arguing the opposite. Prices keep going up and it’s getting harder and harder for some families to justify spending so much money on a vacation. Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival Even Disney World’s most-economical resorts are costly for many families on a budget, with value resort rooms going for over $100 per night most times of the year. Park tickets go up annually, as do food costs and souvenir prices. But keep in mind: Disney doesn’t arbitrarily choose the prices they charge. They choose them based on empirical data — they charge what people will pay. It’s basic Economics 101 — supply and demand. Hollywood Studios Pretzel Menu After the Last Round of Price Increases Over the past several years, Disney has consistently raised prices, yet crowds have still increased. So, if you look at the actual DATA — Disney’s not too expensive. As long as those $70 Spirit Jerseys, $600 Designer Minnie Ears, and $100+ Halloween Party tickets keep selling out, Disney’s priced their goods and services appropriately — at least according to the law of supply and demand. The Blonds Designer Mickey Ears SOLD OUT at $600 a pair Now, you could argue that Disney should build a 5th gate instead of just incessantly raising prices. That way they could welcome more visitors and make even more money while keeping things a little more affordable. And perhaps they will. They have been buying up land after all. But even if a 5th gate does come to pass, it’s unlikely Disney will ever be any cheaper than it is now. Prices have rarely gone down, historically. But if it’s what your family loves to do together, you can try to cut spending on things “back home” to save up for your trip! Save Those Pennies if You Want to See Cinderella Castle! And don’t forget to look for deals before you book! There are often room discounts or special offers you can apply to your trip that will save you some money. Also, try to avoid traveling during the busiest times of year (which usually means the holidays, summer, and spring break) — prices on park tickets and rooms in the off-season are generally less expensive! Click here for more info on Disney World discounts and deals! 3. There Aren’t Enough REAL Thrill Rides at the Disney Parks There’s a reason Disney refers to its parks as theme parks and not amusement parks. Disney’s strength lies in its unique ability to tell a story and capture our imaginations. But the parks still get knocked quite a bit for being too kiddo-friendly. Space Mountain Nearby parks such as Universal Studios and SeaWorld have much bigger and badder rollercoasters than Space Mountain or even Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster. Many of the attractions in these parks are geared towards adults, and they’re also way more intense. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith Disney is currently working on two new coasters, TRON Lightcycle Run at Magic Kingdom and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in Epcot, so at least there’ll be a few more options for thrillseekers relatively soon! TRON: Lightcycle Power Run in Shanghai Disneyland And we can’t leave out Rise of the Resistance which has also majorly upped Disney World’s ride game! But at the end of the day, Disney World’s rides are generally geared to be more family-friendly — which was Walt’s original vision for his parks in the first place. He wanted something that families could do together. So while Disney is adding a few more thrill rides, you’ll continue to see the majority of their parks populated with family-friendly attractions. Check out these ride hacks to kick your next trip to Disney Work up a notch! 4. Some Disney Parks Aren’t All-Day Parks Many guests devote several days of their trip to Magic Kingdom and sometimes Epcot, while Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios often end up with the short end of the stick. Epcot But in recent years, Animal Kingdom has extended its hours to help combat the stigma of only being a “half-day park.” They also added PANDORA: the World of Avatar — which is particularly enjoyable at night with everything lit up, an after-dark version of Kilimanjaro Safaris, and the nighttime spectacular, Rivers of Light. Animal Kingdom also took part in Disney World’s holiday celebrations for the first time in 2019, adding a bunch of new seasonal treats and entertainment. But it still wasn’t enough to keep all of us around for a full-day. Pandora at Night And even though Hollywood Studios has Rise of the Resistance along with the rest of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge to explore, it’s still not a full day’s worth of activities for some guests. We’re definitely down for arriving at the park for rope drop to get a Rise of the Resistance boarding group, but the chances of us staying until closing are pretty slim since we likely got up at 5AM! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge So, even though Magic Kingdom and Epcot often account for several days of a guest’s Disney World vacation, leaving less time for Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios…we kinda get it. Kinda. It all really depends on how long your trip is and what other stuff you’re trying to get done. Tower of Terror If you want to make a trip to Disney Springs or one of Disney World’s waterparks, you might have to sacrifice some park time. And since it usually takes longer to do everything you want in Magic Kingdom and Epcot, it makes sense to us that guests are hesitant to cut their days at these parks short. There is SO Much to Do in Magic Kingdom But keep in mind Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios have really stepped up their games lately and if you haven’t visited the parks for the last couple of years, you might want to reconsider your half-day plans for these parks! We may not all agree on EVERYTHING about Disney World, but we certainly hope that we can still be friends after talking about four rather touchy subjects today! Group hug, everybody! After all, everyone is entitled to their own unique opinions about Disney — even if they aren’t what people like to hear! What are some unpopular Disney opinions you have? List them in the comments below! Related posts:When Disney World Reopens THESE Are at the Top of Our Must-Do List The 31 Things To Eat In Disney World If You’re Obsessed With CHEESE!! Disney News This Week: ALL the News and Updates from the Most Magical Places on Earth! View the full article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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