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Hastin

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Join me as I share my passion for game shows, theme parks, simulation games, travel, interactivity, and whatever. One-time Disney Historian. Two-time Raithe Kole heist-helper. Summer Cowboy. Persistent Optimist.

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Hastin @hastin.net · 11d

In a world where "fandom" is quickly meaning self-aggrandized consumerism and the company itself is pushing it out; it's great to be part of a community of people that are passionate, heartfelt, honest, and creative.

Pure devotion to places we love.

See you in 2027 in California! Home #RetroMagic!

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Hastin @hastin.net · 43m

Thank you. Because I almost called this Matterhorn Way, but I think that's the other side.

Hastin @hastin.net · 4h

Probably getting a refresh due to all the pole work.

Hastin @hastin.net · 4h

New temporary lighting has been added along the walkway between the Matterhorn and Submarine Voyage, mounted to the handrails. Looks like the light poles dating back to the 50s along the lagoon have been removed. #Disneyland

Top view of light mounted on wood and power cable.

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Hastin @hastin.net · 5h

Mostly because arrival from the south. Waiting for my structure off Disney Way...

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Hastin @hastin.net · 5h

$40 Parking, and the state of its infrastructure.

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Hastin @hastin.net · 7h

I'm gonna use the quote "In a world in which billions of people are active online, support for almost any proposition, no matter how farfetched, fantastical or unreasonable, can be found with little effort in any number of comment sections, chat rooms, and servers." all the time.

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Hastin @hastin.net · 8h

Aurora borealis?

Hastin @hastin.net · 11h

Agreed. Food story is way better.

It's missing an "entertainment" factor (DTD used to be *the* place to go for Disney movies) and outside of dining and shopping, and it lacks a good themed bar (vs hotel's too-small Sam's).

Food is better, great new aesthetic, but it's missing the fun.

Dirk Libbey @themeparkdirk.bsky.social · 11h

Real Talk: I feel like we don't talk enough about the absolute glow up that Downtown Disney has seen over the last couple of years. Once Carnaby and the steakhouse/BBQ open, it's going to be incredible.

Dirk Libbey @themeparkdirk.bsky.social · 11h

Gordon Ramsey, you have Michelin stars, restaurants all over the world, and you host like 200 TV shows. What are you going to do next?

He's going to Disneyland.

Gordon Ramsey at the Carnaby is coming to Downtown Disney

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Hastin @hastin.net · 11h

I guess I was thinking "Earl of Sandwich" and takeaway and didn't realize this other concept is a sit-down.

Humbug.

Hastin @hastin.net · 11h

What's interesting here to me is the Caesars/Earl Enterprises/Gordon Ramsay relationship.

I do like GR F&C at The Linq Promenade in Vegas, and it'll be a fun option to have that in DTD.

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Hastin @hastin.net · 23h

Joe's thread here really describes how I feel about the film as well. It's fun, somw fun ideas, and fun plot devices.

Awesome music. Great VFX, especially in IMAX 3D.

Joe Lozano 🎢🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🐻 @joelozano.bsky.social · 23h

Just got back from my advance screening of Tron: Ares — and I really enjoyed it. Perfect? No. Flawed? Absolutely. But it’s a blast, especially in IMAX. There were moments when the NIN score literally shook the theater.

🥏 (1/4)

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Hastin @hastin.net · 1d

Greetings programs! Let's do this. #TronAres

Me in a Sam Flynn costume in front of a Tron: Ares poster!

Hastin @hastin.net · 1d

More Tier 0 days in 2025/2026 than in 2024/2025. A way to "raise prices" but not actually. Interesting to see April now has Tier 0 days, and so does March.

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Hastin @hastin.net · 1d

all the signage vibes of Cedar Fair or United Parks - we're a year or two away from a "Cash to Disney Gift Card" kiosk

WDW News Today @wdwnt.com · 1d

BREAKING: Walt Disney World Snack Carts Are Going Cashless

<p>As of today, select Walt Disney World Resort snack carts are now cashless. Cashless Disney Snack Carts One such location is this popcorn cart in the Cinderella Castle hub at Magic Kingdom. These locations have new signage designating them as cashless. Cashless LocationPlease pay with Credit Card, Disney Gift Card or Mobile PaymentDisney Gift Cards … <a title="BREAKING: Walt Disney World Snack Carts Are Going Cashless" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/breaking-walt-disney-world-snack-carts-go-cashless/" aria-label="Read more about BREAKING: Walt Disney World Snack Carts Are Going Cashless">Read more</a></p>

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Hastin @hastin.net · 1d

Welcome, JT!

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Hastin @hastin.net · 1d

They gave some early year Sundays to the lowest tier pass, and didn't change the price - that surprised me as well.

Hastin @hastin.net · 1d

I've seen the exact same thing for a half-sister who shares everything with *0 engagement*, she gets notifications like "There's three new things from [PAGE] you have not shared."

It's all to keep you feeling important and special, no matter what you do there, or if it gets any traction at all.

Hastin @hastin.net · 1d

Why it also sucks: Notifications are specific to what you *do* on the site, not who posts things.

A friend who checks every response a post of theirs gets notifications that are like "13 people people have responded to this post", and you have to tap in to see it.

An engagement monster.

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Hastin @hastin.net · 1d

This feels more like a goal of killing pre-arrival bands.

holleigh horror @teambercase.bsky.social · 1d

Just a FYI: APs aren't getting the $10 discount on MagicBands anymore lol
#WaltDisneyWorld #MagicBands

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Hastin @hastin.net · 1d

My gut feeling is that 2026 is gonna have no blockouts on Inspire for the holidays (given that they unblocked Jan 1), and we'll know on November 1st.

In the current calendar, Believe already has 12 less weekend blackouts than last year on the schedule.

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Hastin @hastin.net · 1d

wow, announced today of all days, imagine that

BlogMickey.com @blogmickey.com · 1d

BREAKING: Walt Disney World Announces Passholder Preview Dates & Details for ‘Zootopia: Better Zoogether’

Walt Disney World Announces Passholder Preview Dates & Details for 'Zootopia: Better Zoogether'

Walt Disney World Annual Passholders will have the opportunity to experience the all-new Zootopia: Better Zoogether attraction

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Hastin @hastin.net · 1d

Also, the usual "price increase news dump" is kinda hilarious.

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Hastin @hastin.net · 1d

Down payment for the payment program has been lowered to $99. Seems like they starting to feel the squeeze on lower tier pass prices.

I still think those upper tier passes will have operational changes (fewer blackouts, something) when they go back on sale.

Going to exacerbate the Friday problem.

Theme Park IQ @themeparkiq.com · 1d

Disneyland has increased ticket prices beginning today, Wednesday October 8th. Ticket prices, parking, Magic Keys, and Lightning Lane passes saw increases.

* Premier Pass and Lightning Lane prices are variable depending on the day

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Hastin @hastin.net · 2d

One thing that's become obvious to me doing historical research is that a lot of other things (dealership ads/articles, housing/developer ads, promotional pieces, etc.) paid for news and newspapers.

Not sure if news can survive "every headline has to stand alone with a few unrelated banner ads".

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Progress City @progresscityusa.com · 2d

Catalog sent to WED from the company wot did the wall carpet for the Harvest Theater lobby in The Land. Company run by family of Doris Hardoon!

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