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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 · 16d

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 · 16h

youtu.be/ZmLrQGTpc0s?...

Hastin @hastin.net · 16h

First: They didn't build EPCOT the city,

Last: but, did you know about Disney's best kept secret...

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Tom K Morris @tomkmorris.bsky.social · 1d

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Hastin @hastin.net · 1d

Getting followed by 40ish bots in the last 24 hours (of when I've posted almost nothing of interest), and nearly all of them are clearly farming for political engagement, and reposting whatever the post of the week is.

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Hastin @hastin.net · 2d

This way to the exciting world of Gold Medallion Homes and the builder of the month!

Jason Schultz @jason.parkendium.com · 2d

Banger of a directional sign in Disneyland's Carousel Theater, which I have only seen in this single photo taken by a young @tomkmorris.bsky.social.

#SignageSunday

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Hastin @hastin.net · 2d

they reopened it tonight just to annoy you

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Hastin @hastin.net · 2d

It's worth it. Some cool 3D scenes especially with the light trails.

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Hastin @hastin.net · 3d

Tron Ares Round 2, or as I thought about it, a story/plot/lore viewing. A couple of more frustrations but also a couple of more things I liked.

I think it breathes a little more on the 2nd viewing.

I also think this is gonna do big numbers on streaming.

Hastin @hastin.net · 3d

Variety said Ares cost $180M. Forget box office, let's figure out how much overlay LL has made:

14 riders per train, dual dispatch ~40sec, that's ~2520/hour. Assume 50% LL sales - 1260/LL/hour. Avg price is $20. That's $25k/hour.

26 days, minus parties, ~290 hours, ~$7.25M in LL sales.

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Hastin @hastin.net · 4d

I was hoping with how realatively easy new shows seemed...but fool me!

Hastin @hastin.net · 5d

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

Hastin @hastin.net · 5d

Probably getting a refresh due to all the pole work.

Hastin @hastin.net · 5d

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 · 5d

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

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Hastin @hastin.net · 5d

$40 Parking, and the state of its infrastructure.

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Hastin @hastin.net · 5d

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 · 5d

Aurora borealis?

Hastin @hastin.net · 5d

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 · 5d

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 · 5d

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 · 5d

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 · 5d

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 · 6d

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 · 6d

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 · 6d

Greetings programs! Let's do this. #TronAres

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

Hastin @hastin.net · 6d

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 · 6d

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 · 6d

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 · 6d

Welcome, JT!

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