I remember reading a blue post saying that the Northrend grind was going to be made longer. I have no source though. Perhaps someone else knows the post I'm talking about and can help out.
Originally Posted by BattlemasterSkarab
GOD's ARMAGEDDON and DOOM'S DAY!!!!!!.... Imagine that...
4 apocalyptic horsemen
Sky turned red
Sun turned black
All WoW servers down