AUTHOR: Johanna Beaven
Who Remembers the Year of a Million Dreams?
Back in October 2006, Disney launched a very exciting promotion called Year of a Million Dreams and in true Disney fashion, it lasted for, wait for it, a massive 27 months (over two years). The premise behind the initiative was that across both Walt Disney World and Disneyland there would be prizes that cast members, … Who Remembers the Year of a Million Dreams?
Does Being a Disney Cast Member Destroy the Magic?
When I tell people that I was a Disney cast member, one of the first questions I get asked is if the magic is now destroyed for me after seeing how it’s all created. Having witnessed what could be described as “less than magical” things backstage on a daily basis, you’d likely expect there to be some … Does Being a Disney Cast Member Destroy the Magic?
The Rise and Fall of the Disney Vinylmation
Calling all Vinylmation fans out there. Dust off your “Chasers” and come forth from the darkened depths, as this one is for you. Over the years Disney has produced a lot of collectible items that fans are all too willing to buy. Pins, Tsum Tsums, snow globes, Pop Vinyls, the list goes on; you could … The Rise and Fall of the Disney Vinylmation
The Art of Disney’s Trash Cans
They’re ever present in the background of your Disney vacation photos. They’re a vital necessity to a pleasant guest experience. They’re the backbone of cleanliness. Yet, they’re barely noticed. The humble Disney trash can is just one of the many details found in the parks that can be easily overlooked. This is Disney, so of course … The Art of Disney’s Trash Cans
The Juice With Many Names at Walt Disney World
You may have heard of the popular Jungle Juice from your dining experiences in Walt Disney World. You may also know it as Stitch Juice, Moonshine Juice, or just simply POG Juice. Whatever you know it as, this deliciously refreshing beverage is quite a common occurrence on the table service buffet breakfast scene around WDW, … The Juice With Many Names at Walt Disney World
A Case for Watching Magic Kingdom’s Fireworks From Frontierland
Happily Ever After, Magic Kingdom’s current firework show, is amazing, but with great popularity comes great crowds, crowds which render Main Street’s population practically immobile. Now imagine a place inside the park where you could watch Happily Ever After without being shoulder to shoulder with hot and bothered strangers, a place where you can just walk up … A Case for Watching Magic Kingdom’s Fireworks From Frontierland
Making Use of Walt Disney World’s Mobile Technology
We all know about My Disney Experience and the ability to check wait times, book FastPass+, view photos and make Advance Dining Reservations from your phone. We also all love to moan about the unreliability of the app. But put those feelings aside for a moment and appreciate how technology enhances your time in the Disney theme … Making Use of Walt Disney World’s Mobile Technology
One Cup of Music and a Sprinkle of Magic: The Power of Disney’s Theme Park Music
Ever found yourself unconsciously humming along to the “Pirates Overture” as you wait in line for Pirates of the Caribbean? “What’s the Pirates Overture?” I hear you ask. Well, I can guarantee that deep inside your mind, you know exactly what it is. If you haven’t already googled it and given it a listen on … One Cup of Music and a Sprinkle of Magic: The Power of Disney’s Theme Park Music
What the Walt Disney World Veteran Should Know About Disneyland Paris
Stepping into a different Disney to your “home resort” can be like walking into a parallel universe, an alternate reality that seems simultaneously familiar yet unfamiliar. But don’t all us Disney fans love finding out how the Disney Resorts across the world differ to each other? I class Walt Disney World as my home Disney, but … What the Walt Disney World Veteran Should Know About Disneyland Paris
How to Become an Honorary Disney Historian
Are you always spurting Disney facts to your family? Are you bursting with pointless trivia about Mickey Mouse? Or maybe you want to improve your Disney knowledge to impress your friends. If this is you, then you might be interested in becoming an Honorary Disney Historian to add something a little different to your next … How to Become an Honorary Disney Historian
