Sleep With Me Ray’s Pirates of the Caribbean (from the Vault #675)
Apr 2, 2026
Ray Perkins, a neighbor known for his love of theme parks and immersive attractions, compares the Pirates of the Caribbean rides at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. He walks through queues, bayou and cave openings, treasure rooms, town mayhem, comic animatronics, and differing finales. Short, meandering, and full of affectionate detail.
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Neighborly Introductions To Park Stories
- Ray Perkins is Scooter's neighbor who frequently appears on the show to talk about Disney parks and share gentle observations.
- He frames his visits as comforting, neighborly chats filled with humility, kindness, and park-obsessed curiosity.
Same Ride Different Pacing
- Pirates of the Caribbean exists in both Disneyland (1967) and Walt Disney World (1973) but with different pacing and entrances.
- Disneyland's ride lasts ~16 minutes with a single-side boarding; Disney World's runs ~7.5 minutes with double-side boarding and merged lanes.
Disneyland Queue As A Mood Builder
- Ray describes the Disneyland queue: a walk through New Orleans Square, winding chains, ramps to a second floor, and windows showing concept art and a parrot.
- He highlights the slow-moving, atmospheric build that helps suspend disbelief before boarding.