|
Beyond the Parks Attractions that are not covered by the main Theme Parks. |
|
Thread Tools | Search this Thread | Display Modes |
2 Jul 12, 05:16 PM |
#21
|
|
Imagineer
|
I completley agree with lots of comments on here. A few years ago it wasn't too bad, tacky but not seedy. Our last visit was 2 years ago at night time and I felt very un nerved walking around, the walk to and from the car wasn't pleasant either as it was quite dark. I can't put my finger on what it was, but the general atmosphere wasn't nice. We would not return, but as others have said 'each to their own'.
__________________
PORS 1995 Grand Floridian 1997 CBR 1998 ASMovies2002/2004Cumbrian lakes 2005,6,8,10,11,12,13,14 & 15 NYC/disney '12 AKL 2007 OKW 2009 2012Ellie hunts tour CBR 19 cumbrian lakes2016,17,18,19,22 2019 ASMovies 2022 |
|
|
2 Jul 12, 05:31 PM |
#22
|
|
Very Serious Dibber
Join Date: Oct 08
Location: Scotland
|
I really don't know what the fuss is about Old Town. Like others have said it's perhaps not what it used to be (old town America), but it is actually more popular than ever as witnessed by the numbers on Saturday nights. We've gone every time we've been in Florida (including with our kids when they were young) and never once felt intimidated or uneasy.
Disney it most certainly is not, but some find that place scary Pete
__________________
1995, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010,2011,2012, 2013 (New York) 2014, 2016,2017, 2018 |
|
|
2 Jul 12, 05:54 PM |
#23
|
|
Very Serious Dibber
|
The first (and last) time we went, for the first 2 minutes, I thought it was fabulous. Then as we walked down the street, I began to feel really uneasy - but again, just like others, I couldn't quite put my finger on what it was. It was really strange and I only felt ok again as we left.
However, my parents went a few days later and absolutely loved it - thought I was daft for feeling the way I did! |
|
|
2 Jul 12, 06:02 PM |
#24
|
|
Imagineer
|
We love going to Old Town. Never felt unsafe there. It makes a nice change to all the theme parks
__________________
Liki Tiki 2005, Bahama Bay 2007, Bahama Bay 2008, Tuscana Resort 2009, Cane Island 2010, FantasyWorld Resort 2011, Lake Buena Vista Resort and Spa 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2018. |
|
|
2 Jul 12, 06:48 PM |
#25
|
Imagineer
|
I think that Old Town is like Marmite, you either love it or hate it. I do not like it at all, I find it dirty and not a nice place at all.
__________________
95 Indian Ridge - 98 Hamiltons Reserve - 00 Omni Rosen - 07 West Stonebridge - 09 Lake Wilson - 11/13/14 Town Centre - 16/18/20 Windwood - 22 Highland - 24 Calabria - 26 Highland |
2 Jul 12, 09:22 PM |
#26
|
Guest
|
This is exactly what my mum said, couldn't give me a reason, she just didn't like it.
When we go on our next trip i will just go to the 2 shops i want to visit there and then leave, should not take more than an hour. I did say to my mum i am happy to go on my own, i am sure i would be fine for an hour or so but she said she would be worried so she will come with me. |
2 Jul 12, 09:33 PM |
#27
|
Guest
|
|
2 Jul 12, 11:46 PM |
#28
|
Guest
|
when we went there was some sort of ghost house where these 2 people were trying to get us to go inside. We went into a few shops and it was fine, ut I can see where the unease come about
|
3 Jul 12, 03:57 AM |
#29
|
Very Serious Dibber
Join Date: Apr 12
|
I find the majority of the east side of 192 fairly unappealing, it seems to me the further you go from I4 the more unappealing it gets, thats maybe why they are building up more on the west side of it.
|
3 Jul 12, 04:15 AM |
#30
|
Imagineer
|
I think the feeling of uneasiness comes with some of the locals who hang out there.
The last time we nipped down with some friends who like to visit whenever they come over, we were trying to avoid the lad with the words **** off tattooed on the back of his head and neck I don't judge, just not bothered about being in the vicinity! |
|
DIBB Savings |
AttractionTickets.com
Get £10 off each Disney Ticket with the code ATDIBB10 Get up to £50 off per room at Disney or Universal with the code DIBBHOTELS |
theDIBB Blog |
Guests can book their 2025 Hotel and Ticket package early to enjoy Free Dining &... Read More »
The iconic 1900 Park Fare restaurant is opening its doors once again at Disney’s Grand... Read More »
One of the the five worlds found in Epic Universe, How to Train Your Dragon... Read More »
|
theDIBB Menu |
Exchange Rates |
US Dollar Rates
Euro Rates |
DIBB Premium Membership |
Did you know you can help support theDIBB with Premium Membership? Check out this link for more information and benefits, such as... "No adverts on theDIBB Forums" Upgrade Now |