Fantillusion / Main Street Electrical Parade
At night, the Parades are simply overwhelming but it is
precisely here that their lack of control becomes evident. The French (no,
not the Germans, nor the Dutch, nor anyone else) insist on pushing through
to the front of any group. If they can't get through then they shove their
little children through and then follow them. Unfortunately, wedging yourself
in such a position that it blocks them out is impossible; they simply push
through in front of the rope barrier. This is dangerous at night, as the float
drivers can't see what they're doing. Nonetheless, when warned, they then
step back, usually in front of you. The answer here is to stake out your spot
and be prepared to defend it with ferocious tenacity. And don't give in to
French children; remember, they become French adults!
