We will be travelling to WDW in 2008, and I read about the Pal Mickey, it tells you about the attractions and where characters are. We will be travelling with two children ages 8 and 10, I am worried that my eight year daughter will want to bolt out of every line to go and see the different characters (ie "I hear that Belle is in France")
What have your experiences been?
I also see them listed on EBay, should I purchase one or wait till we get there? What is the cost new, and how often would more updated versions be available?
2007-03-06 05:27:32 · 4 answers · asked by Amanda M 1 in Travel ➔ United States ➔ Orlando
Description
Pal Mickey is a one-of-a-kind experience here at the Walt Disney World® Resort. Pal Mickey, a small, talking plush, is your personal interactive guide and companion as you explore the four Walt Disney World® Theme Parks. Pal Mickey will share helpful park tips, give attraction information, remind you about showtimes, and help you find your favorite characters. Pal Mickey will also keep you entertained with jokes and three interactive games.
Pal Mickey shares hundreds of phrases such as "Hmm, somethin' tells me Cinderella might be in the Toon Town Hall of Fame right about now! Wadda ya say we go find her?" (in the Magic Kingdom® Park)... And "The giant anteater eats 30 thousand bugs a day. Frankly one a day is too much for me! Yuck!" (in Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park).
What's new for the Special Edition?
Content update of 25% which includes new Attractions, Entertainment offerings, Character greetings and Short Wait Alerts
Includes over 30 interactive trivia questions, 7 sing-a-longs and 3 additional games
Based on Guest feedback, now features increased volume and a carrying lanyard in addition to a belt clip
Removable tuxedo jacket
Interaction with the Happiest Celebration Glow Medallion (press his right hand to light up nearby medallions!)
The Special Edition also features all the functions of the original version including over 700 different messages to tell Guests about park tips, character greetings, entertainment reminders, jokes, and games.
Price new is $69.23 including tax.
Now, I work at WDW and I've had the opportunity to explore the park with a Pal Mickey and had a wonderful time. Actually, a friend of mine bought one and there were no children in our group and we thought it was one of the most entertaining things about our day. As for your fear of your children bolting out of lines, the updates that Micky gives are related to the area that you're in at the time. For example, if you're waiting on line for Soarin', it's going to have all sorts of trivia about that ride and the Land pavilion. It's not going to tell you about character greetings across the park.
2007-03-06 07:22:34 · answer #1 · answered by pattypuff76 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Children are in lines all the time at school. My two have never had a problem staying in line for a ride at Disney. Use a fastpass when you can. That helps a lot. Also, get into the park early and head into the interior, working your way back out. And it sounds silly, but strategize about where you want to go. You might plan on hitting the more popular rides first.
As far as Pal Mickey, we don't have one, and now that you've asked this question, I don't remember seeing anyone with one. Of course, that doesn't mean anything. I was probably looking at other things. If no one used them, they wouldn't be selling them.
You're starting early doing your research. Good for you and have a great trip!
2007-03-06 06:51:09 · answer #2 · answered by L J 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am 14 and have a Pal Mickey and love it!!! He is really cool he tells lots of unknown facts about the park. I have a ctually never had mine go off and say there is a character near buy. He does however tell you where there is short line rides. Pal Mickey is the best! He is even fun at home. I most deffinatly would get one. I am sorry I do not know the cost, but I would wait until I got there to purchase it. Have an awesome trip enjoy your mickey if you get one!!!
2007-03-06 11:08:36 · answer #3 · answered by Timmy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pal Mickey is Great ! he not only gives alot of good b.t.s pointers, but he keeps everyone occupided. I would buy him there if i was you. And it costs around 60 - 80 dollers
2007-03-06 08:15:58 · answer #4 · answered by *CMR* 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋