Walt Disney World Discussion + The Galaxy's Edge Impact on Universal | 06/04/19
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The creators of the Dis Unplugged podcast discuss several upcoming developments within the Disney and Universal Orlando ecosystems. A significant portion of the conversation focuses on the opening of Star Wars Galaxy's Edge at Disneyland and its potential implications for the upcoming August opening at Hollywood Studios. The team compares the reservation systems and crowd management strategies used in California to what might be expected in Florida, noting differences between local Disneyland visitors and the tourist-heavy demographic at Disney World. They also debate the competitive impact on Universal Orlando, specifically regarding the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, concluding that while Disney may draw crowds away in the short term, the presence of both major themed lands could ultimately benefit the Orlando tourism market. Additionally, the episode covers a lawsuit involving a bird attack at a Disney resort and provides a critical review of the live-action Aladdin remake. The show concludes with rapid-fire news updates regarding Disney Cruise Line offerings, upcoming holiday fireworks shows, and the Disney Heroes and Villains costume exhibit at the D23 Expo.
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I think it's going to help because I think it's going to bring in those people who are on the fence.
I think in the short term it's going to hurt. I think it is going to draw people away from Universal.
I think it's good for everybody, but I don't think we can say...
I think that Harry Potter has a lore that you that is easily a little more easily accessible to get into.
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