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Josh the Squash @thegoodschmitt.bsky.social · 15h

I do like the new carpet. So colorful and Floridian! Still not sold on how midcentury-ish the furniture is. Some pieces work, others dont. At least it's not gray and beige, austere, depression-chic

BlogMickey.com @blogmickey.com · 1d

FIRST LOOK: New Furniture & Carpet Installed for Grand Floridian Lobby Reimagining

New Furniture & Carpet Installed for Grand Floridian Lobby Reimagining

Walt Disney World is in the process of installing new furniture as part of the Grand Floridian lobby reimagining, and we have a first look!

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Josh the Squash @thegoodschmitt.bsky.social · 19h

Monster★Vision 3D! Monster's Inc Laugh Floor Under New Management featuring the Muppets! Put that Thing Back Where It Came From starring "The Three D's"! Max is still filling in for Debbie, who is still sick

BlogMickey.com @blogmickey.com · 1d

MuppetVision 3D Replacement Show Omitted from New Monsters Inc. Land Preview

The new Monsters Inc. Land preview at Hollywood Studios has interestingly omitted mention of a MuppetVision 3D replacement show

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Josh the Squash @thegoodschmitt.bsky.social · 3d

Finally, finally, FINALLY. Holy cannoli, it took 10 years to do it, but the long glowy face nightmare is over!

Orlando ParkStop @orlandoparkstop.com · 3d

Frozen Ever After Animatronics to Remove Projection Faces at EPCOT in 2026

Walt Disney World announced today plans to update the audio animatronic figures on Frozen, but also shared details for new animatronics coming to the parks

Frozen Ever After Animatronics to Remove Projection Faces at EPCOT in 2026

Walt Disney World announced today plans to update the audio animatronic figures on Frozen, but also shared details for new animatronics coming to the parks

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Krista @kkristaa.bsky.social · 3d

All other news and nonsense aside, can we please talk about this poster? 😍

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Josh the Squash @thegoodschmitt.bsky.social · 4d

I will never understand people who bully and oppress anyone seen as different. It's a sad and pathetic way to live. To see Labour buy into that way of thinking really shows how the left has sunk to new lows

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Josh the Squash @thegoodschmitt.bsky.social · 4d

I think it's the new Grand Floridian lobby light fixtures that bother me the most. I'm no designer, but they seem to be attempting a modern/victorian fusion like what is shown in this blog, and missing the mark in some areas: edwardgeorgelondon.com/the-complete...

The Complete Guide To A Modern Victorian Home - Edward George

Imagine stepping into a home that seamlessly blends Victorian charm with contemporary comfort. Discover how modern Victorian homes combine ornate details antique fixtures and classic architecture with...

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Josh the Squash @thegoodschmitt.bsky.social · 4d

This is odd. To be clear I'm not against updating the GF, but the midcentury-ish modern stylings stand out like a sore thumb. We'll see how the rest of the lobby synergizes, but I am not currently a fan

BlogMickey.com @blogmickey.com · 4d

New Check-In Area Unveiled as Grand Floridian Lobby Reimagining Moves to Main Seating Area

Walt Disney World has revealed a new look for the Grand Floridian Resort check-in area as the lobby reimagining continues

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Josh the Squash @thegoodschmitt.bsky.social · 7d

Getting Food and Wine items that are gluten free, but I haven't tried yet. The shrimp and lamb from Australia. Both are returning from last year but they stand out this festival with all the beef dishes. 4/5 for the shrimp, spices are a bit dry. 5/5 for the lamb, tender with a good pesto

Josh the Squash @thegoodschmitt.bsky.social · 7d

The gravitational pull of this giant ball is irresistible. At EPCOT once again

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Josh the Squash @thegoodschmitt.bsky.social · 7d

Tried the Tron: Ares overlay. It's fun, but about the same as the original ride. Get it on a 45 minute wait like I did and you will have a good time. Nine Inch Nails track slaps 😈

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Josh the Squash @thegoodschmitt.bsky.social · 7d

Rainy gloomy vibes are for riding Tower of Terror

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Josh the Squash @thegoodschmitt.bsky.social · 13d

Hitler was a loser, so it tracks

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Josh the Squash @thegoodschmitt.bsky.social · 14d

Sunset over Mo'ara. Some of the night effects are on

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Josh the Squash @thegoodschmitt.bsky.social · 14d

Busy day cleaning the house, but since AK is open until 7 today, we went to Nomad's Lounge. Love the wings and Churros 😋

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Josh the Squash @thegoodschmitt.bsky.social · 14d

Mickey and Minnie pulling a longer line than Flight of Passage at AK. It's that animal magnetism

Josh the Squash @thegoodschmitt.bsky.social · 14d

Pumpkin cortado at Easy Luck to start the weekend 🎃

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Josh the Squash @thegoodschmitt.bsky.social · 17d

They turning Space Mountain into Rocket Rods? 💀

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Josh the Squash @thegoodschmitt.bsky.social · 17d

Ugh it looks awful with the fake 3D lighting. They should have just made a 2D stylized version of the emblem if they were going to make it flat

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Josh the Squash @thegoodschmitt.bsky.social · 18d

During the previews it was popular enough with locals to get an hour wait (it was also up and down all day). I think we are seeing mostly family attendance from the GP. The main concern is maintenance resources being cut if management is not seeing the ridership

Josh the Squash @thegoodschmitt.bsky.social · 18d

Themeparknerd makes some excellent points about Monsters Unchained in a new video. I've been concerned about the low wait times for a while. It might be too much for the GP. My hope is that it will become a favorite for passholders and the ridership will improve

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Why Does Monsters Unchained Get Such SHORT Wait Times? Epic Universe Ride Review

YouTube video by themeparknerd

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Josh the Squash @thegoodschmitt.bsky.social · 19d

Me to the wait time algorithm

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Josh the Squash @thegoodschmitt.bsky.social · 19d

Any park head who likes grim, dystopian stories and animation should check out the pilot for Knights of Guinevere

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KNIGHTS OF GUINEVERE: PILOT

YouTube video by GLITCH

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Patton Oswalt @pattonoswalt.bsky.social · 19d

Hark! I bring good news!

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Josh the Squash @thegoodschmitt.bsky.social · 19d

What's the point of having private companies with free speech rights, if they are going to just do whatever the government says?

Josh the Squash @thegoodschmitt.bsky.social · 19d

Yeah, Space Mountain had a 70 minute wait over the weekend. Not slow. It's actually a lot busier than July/August because the weather slightly cooled off