June 24th, 2008

Not much has been heard about the new monorails at Disneyland lately. I think the Big D is disturbed by how long it is taking them to get the new trains up, the first of the 3 was supposed to launch as early as Memorial Day weekend this year. As of right now, the red train is still going around the track during the daytime getting adjustments and being tested. They have also finally put the blue train on the tracks, though it seems to be doing nightly test runs and adjustments. Currently at the resort you will see the red during the day with no passengers, the old purple one with passengers, and you may get lucky and spot the blue one at night. There has been no announced date for the delivery of the last remaining new monorail for the resort which will be orange in color. More as we get it…

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May 28th, 2008

It has been confirmed (kind of) that Star Tours is going to be re-done. In an article/interview done with Hayden Landis, it is stated that his next project will be the Star Tours re-make. Don’t recognize the name? He was the Computer Graphics Supervisor for the new Indiana Jones movie. The Indy films are made by Lucasfilm (same people who did Star Wars). The article was mainly about his experience with Kingom of the Crystal Skull, but at the bottom in the last paragraph it says this:

“Next up for Landis is another nostalgia-oriented project–a redo of the Star Tours ride at Disneyland. The big question…will Captain EO make a comeback?”

For those unfamiliar with this ongoing rumor, they apparently have planned a new movie for the ride that is in 3D. You would wear glasses similar to many of the other 3D attractions in Disney Parks. Nobody is sure if they will refurb the actual vehicles or not at this point. Let’s cross our fingers because this ride needs a major update!
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May 20th, 2008

Disney has announced that it will be giving Annual Passholder Previews to the “Innoventions Dream Home”. This attraction will be the new version of the classic “House of the Future”. It is located in the Innoventions Center in Tomorrowland and will feature a 5,000 sq. ft. home with technology from today and tomorrow. Their website says this:

“Discover a 5,000-square-foot home of the future inhabited by the dynamic Elias family and learn how the technology of today — and the technology of tomorrow — seamlessly interconnects within the home, the surrounding community and the whole world.

* Help the Elias family celebrate their son’s recent soccer victory and plan their upcoming trip to China for the World Championship.
* Explore this beautiful Taylor Morrison Home and sample the benefits of a digital lifestyle provided by Microsoft, HP and Lifeware.
* Visit the adjacent party tent and explore new technology in a fun, hands-on environment.”

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Unlike past previews at the Disneyland Resort, APs do NOT need to win a contest. Just show up during the following dates and times:

June 17, 2008 – 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
June 18, 2008 – 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
June 19, 2008 – 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
June 20, 2008 – 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., 10:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
June 21, 2008 – 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
June 22, 2008 – 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., 10:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

With that being said, have fun and report back with your experience in the new Dream Home!

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May 19th, 2008

It has been weeks since we’ve heard anything, but Disney made a few announcements today about the new Mark VII Monorail that was supposed to have already opened. They said that the new monorail is still undergoing “tests and adjustments”. The reason behind the delay are things like the doors and the air conditioning, among others. Disney Spokesman John McClintock said that they are both are working, but just not yet to Disney’s satisfaction. The only thing mentioned about an opening date was when asked if it would be ready for the upcoming Memorial Day Weekend he responded, “not at all likely”. We’ll keep you updated as more news comes in.

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April 24th, 2008

There have been MANY new pictures posted of the Red Monorail over at MouseTimes They have pics of it on the track, pictures comparing to the old monorail, a few sneaky shots of the inside while the door was open, etc. If you are as excited as I am for the new monorails then this picture collection is definitely one to check out. It looks really nice over the lagoon! Although, the blue one will simply look amazing over that blue water. Still no word on when it will begin to run, but my guess is they want it to be going as soon as possible.

Contrary to what was previously reported as a big possibility, the Red Monorail has been delayed and will not open to the public tomorrow. John McClintock (Disney Spokesman) said that the team working on the monorail “has decided to take a few extra days for test and adjust so it will not open to guests on Friday.” There is still no word on an official opening day.

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