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Old 09-21-2004   #3 (permalink)
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Re: Rope drop?

Just as a bit of trivia. The term "rope drop" came from the fact that the Magic Kingdom used to open about 15 minutes before the stated time. You could have access to main street up to the hub in front of the castle. At that point, there were ropes that blocked access to Tomorrowland, Fantasyland, Libery Square and Adventureland. At the strike of the clock, the Cast Members would drop the rope, and the race would be on.

That doesn't exist any more, now they have small shows near the entrances to keep people entertained until opening.
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