18Apr
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This question comes from Chelsea, who asks “Will Disney still want to build a park in Beijing?” At this point, there aren’t any plans for another Disney park in China, with Disney for the time being focused on the construction of its hard-won park in Shanghai and the struggling Hong Kong Disney park. That doesn’t mean that Disney doesn’t have any plans somewhere in the distant future, but we can’t find a whisper of good information on a Disney Beijing park anywhere. Keep in mind that it took two decades of not so-secret negotiations to get the okay to build the park in Shanghai, so even if Disney is thinking about it, it won’t happen for a very long time. Building a Disney theme park in any country is complicated, not just logistically but psychologically. It’s a product, after all, that’s closely associated with the United States and gives at least the appearance of transplanting a foreign culture right into Mainland China. Add to that dealing with a communist regime, which tends to work slowly, and a country that is, for the most part, still very poor. Most Mainland Chinese have had only very limited exposure to Disney characters. Further, theme parks are generally regarded as being for children and visiting a Disney park is still out of reach for many Chinese, even with the growing economy. Finally, and perhaps most important, top political advisers in China are questioning the logic behind building the Shanghai park given the poor numbers that came out recently from the Disneyland Hong Kong park. But wait! One thing that might amuse you, is that there already is a “Disney” theme park in Beijing, the Beijing Shijingshan Amusement Park. Built in 1986, it has a castle (shown above) that strongly resembles Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty Castle and a structure that looks a lot like Epcot’s Spaceship Earth. If you visit the park, you’ll notice characters that look a lot like Mickey and Minnie, as well as other trademarked non-Disney characters. Disney lawyers are apparently in negotiations with the Shijingshan Amusement Park’s lawyers over these issues. No word yet on the outcome. And here I worried about buying a possibly bootlegged copy of Beauty and the Beast ! We’ll update if we hear anything else. Thanks for reading the blog and for your question. Got a Disney question? We’ve got answers. Write us here! Shanghai Disneyland will take 5-6 years to be built … Big Grizzly Mountain coaster coming to Hong Kong Disneyland … China Approves Disney Theme Park in Shanghai … Hong Kong Disneyland has big things on the horizon …
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Ask a Disney Question: Any Plans to Build a Disney Park in Beijing?
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13Apr
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This question come from Stephanie G., who asks “I heard the Star Tours ride at Hollywood Studios is under construction. When is it scheduled to open again? Stephanie, thanks for reading Chip and Co and for your question. Star Tours is scheduled to close for refurbishment in October 2010. It will be reopened in 2011. There is no official date for the reopening. We’ll keep everyone posted, but projections are pretty far out at this point, so don’t count on it being open in early 2011. Star Tours, which debuted in 1987, will be redone in a high definition, Disney Real-D 3D screen, with an improved motion simulator. It will feature Jar Jar Binks and a podracing scene similar to that shown in the Phantom Menace. Christmas at Walt Disney World 1978 – Attack of the giant babies … It’s more fun time with Jonas Sweepstakes … The Muppets: Stand By Me … Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Starts Soon … Share the Magic:
Read this article: Ask a Disney Question: Closing Dates for Star Tours Refurbishment.
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08Apr
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From Jackie A.: “We are staying at the Carribean Beach resort. As we are limited in luggage weight/space, is there a place within the disney resorts where we can do a load or two of laundry?” Jackie, thanks for reading the site and for your question. You can do laundry right at your resort. Each of the five villages has its own laundry room. I’ve never used the laundry at CBR, but I’ve used them at other resorts and they’ve always been clean. Bring a small box of detergent from home as the selection at the resorts is very limited. If you’re placing an order with a grocery delivery service like Garden Grocer, you can also order from them. Have a great trip. Have a Disney question? Ask Chip and Co . If we can’t answer your question, we’ll find someone who can. Dress up as the Mad Hatter for Halloween – How to video … It’s more fun time with Jonas Sweepstakes … Disney Week in Review – March 7th – 14th … Disney/Marvel The First Avenger: Captain America Leading Role … Share the Magic:
Read the rest here: Ask a Disney Question: Doing Laundry at CBR.
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