I've heard rumors about a new theme park that is going to be lacated in Garden Grove just minutes from DLR. I believe the city has approved the preliminary plans. I've heard it's going to be a significant developement (around 3 Billion) with hotels shopping and major theme park. Does anybody know any more details about this project? Is this really going to happen and if so what are the time lines and what is the theme? Will this competition hurt or help DL resort?
I'd like to know where this would be placed. Another QUALITY theme park could only help disneyland. Fact is, based on the location, I think Disney would help out this other park more than vice versa.Originally Posted by Uncle Bob
Not a whole lot of area to spare in North Orange county. I'd be interested to see where the room is.
Chad
Thats what I was thinking as well...
I thought that any spare room would be already taken .. and taken possible by Disney for the Rumored 3rd Gate.
All your dreams can come true if you have the courage to pursue them. - Walt Disney
Could someone tell me where the Gardenwalk is and how to get there? I keep hearing about it, but i'm confused as to where it is
"The moose say's you're closed, i say you're open" Clark W. Griswold
The last placement I heard was near Harbor and the 22.
As for it ever happening ... who knows.
- Gregg
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A new theme park would not harm Disneyland's sales. Disneyland is usually the destination for many famlies that travel to California, but they also visit Knotts, Sea World, etc if they can. Usually people say "I'm going to Disneyland!"
Jeff Wayne
I think this from yesterday's OC Register lends credence to that thought.
http://www.ocregister.comGARDEN GROVE– The City Council tonight is expected to vote in favor of a development agreement that will allow the Embassy Suites Hotel to expand by adding 225 rooms.
The additional rooms will be built on land owned by the hotel, said City Manager Matthew Fertal. But the new 9.5-acre parking site will go on land that will be leased by the city to the hotel, he said.
"The city stands to benefit financially from this agreement because of revenue from bed tax and property taxes," Fertal said.
The expansion will also give the hotel the ability to host events during the off-season, he said. Most hotels in the area heavily depend on tourists to Disneyland, Fertal said.
"This way, they can keep their rooms full even after the peak tourist season is over," he said. "This expansion will make the Garden Grove Embassy Suites the most dominating one in Southern California."
Over the last several years, Garden Grove city officials have been trying to woo several big-brand hotels. The Sheraton broke ground last year and is expected to be completed by the fall. Officials are in talks with at least two more large hotels to move into the city's designated resort area.
City officials are also waiting for proposals for a theme park and an aquatic park in the InternationalWEST resort area off Harbor Boulevard.
--Barry
Thank you POISONEDAPPLES!
Garden walk is off of Disney way, going away from Disneyland Across Harbor Blvd. Close to the Pumba Parking lot if you are familiar with the area.
Thanks for the link Barry. Very interesting.
Thanks. I have a general idea now. Is Pumba the short term parking lot? I know there is one lot that i park in when i am just going to see a show at the H.O.B.
"The moose say's you're closed, i say you're open" Clark W. Griswold
No, Pumba is no where near downtown Disney. It's across Harbor from the Timon Lot. East of Disneyland if that helps.
Oh right, thats the crap lot that has no tram service, and is not fun to walk to at night. Ok, i know where were all talking about now.
"The moose say's you're closed, i say you're open" Clark W. Griswold
Man, you would be a natural writing publicity blurbs for DLR.
Thanks. But seriously, i got stuck at that lot one trip. Its like a freakin mile away, and no tram service, come on! I'm not lazy by any means, but i do enough walking just between the two parks.
Not to mention, i didnt feel comfortable walking to my car that night. That lot is square in the middle of Realityland.
"The moose say's you're closed, i say you're open" Clark W. Griswold
LOL. That's my favorite lot! No dealing with the tram lines or pushy people. Just walk your butt back to your car.
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