Tag: beast’s castle
Disney Pic of the Week: Landscape Magic Kingdom
Posted onAs Scott mentioned yesterday, Disney Imagineers are experts when it comes to “forced perspective”. It tricks the eye into believing something is larger /taller than it really is. Walt was famous for this as he tried to deal with the space limitations at Disneyland. Here is a recent example from the New Fantasyland, the Beast’s … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Landscape Magic Kingdom"
New Fantasyland, New Photo Opportunities
Posted onWith the new additions to Fantasyland, came new photo opportunities. I have been enjoying all the new views from fellow Walt Disney World fans since the expansion opened to the public last November. I have not been back yet to see all the new attractions and beautifully Imagineered landscaping and structures. I did get a … Continue reading "New Fantasyland, New Photo Opportunities"
Magic Kingdom and Grand Floridian Walk Around
Posted onOn Friday, 1/18/2013, I headed to the Magic Kingdom to check out the Giggle Gang in Storybook Circus and see what else was happening. I went by way of the Grand Floridian so I could see the new Alice Splash Zone. Check out more photos of Alice’s Splash Zone! I knew Gasparilla Grill and Games … Continue reading "Magic Kingdom and Grand Floridian Walk Around"
Review: Dinner at Be Our Guest in Magic Kingdom’s New Fantasyland
Posted onAt a recent passholder preview of New Fantasyland, my family and I were thrilled to discover Be Our Guest was open for dinner that evening. Reservations were being accepted outside the restaurant for that night only.
Cast members were accommodating when we asked to be seated in the West Wing. Because it's such a small dining room compared to the Ballroom, there are no promises made that guests will get a table there, but the hostess will take a request when you check in and are given a pager. The Ballroom and the West Wing are the only two dining rooms open for dinner.
Be Our Guest Restaurant Exterior Details
Posted onExterior photographs of the Be Our Guest restaurant in the Fantasyland Expansion at Walt Disney World
Be Our Guest Restaurant – Special In-Depth Preview
Posted onDeb Wills attended a recent preview of the new restaurant and has more details (video) from Imagineer Chris Beatty about the dining rooms; the big announcement from Maribeth Bisienere, Vice President Food & Beverage and Merchandise Operations Integration, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts that Be Our Guest restaurant will serve wine and beer at dinner; and a chance to taste some of the food and talk to the Chefs!
Enchanted Tales with Belle – Fantasyland Expansion
Posted onThe imagineers take us through the portal into a magical place where you will meet Belle! (Caution: spoiler alert)
Fantasyland Expansion Update
Posted onNew "signature" images depicting areas in the Fantasyland expansion as well as a sneek peak video inside Maurice's Cottage and Belle's Magic Mirror.
Be Our Guest Restaurant Reservations Update 8/22/12
Posted onUPDATE: August 21st; 8am: Walt Disney World Reports:
Disney Dining is still experiencing heavy call volume today. Expect longer than average wait times. Except for Be Our Guest, which opens online booking 8/22, you can make ressies online to save time.
If you made a reservation on Monday, August 20 for Be Our Guest, Disney is staying as long as you have a reservation number, it is a valid reservation. If you dd not leave a credit card on August 20th, your reservation will NOT be cancelled.
If you tried to call and cancel a different dining reservation yesterday so you wouldn't be charged the no-show fee, you will not be charged. This applies to dining reservations through 8/22.
ANOTHER UPDATE: Our readers are telling us that Disney has said any reservation made today without a credit card will be honored. Waits are still VERY long to get through.
Update: If you booked Be Our Guest through the automated system today, August 20th, and did not provide a credit card. Call Disney Dining Back to confirm your reservations.
UPDATE: Reservations for the brand new Be Our Guest Restaurant begin at 7am August 20 at 407-WDW-DINE.
There will be three themed dining rooms: the mysterious West Wing with the "enchanted rose"; the Rose Gallery with twirling, larger-than-life figures of Belle and Beast; and the elegant Ballroom with domed ceiling, twinkling chandeliers and glimpses of softly falling snow outside.