AUTHOR: Stephen Porter

Stephen "Steve" Porter started going to the parks with his family in 1996. Since then he hasn't looked back! Steve was a cast member participating in the Disney College Program in 2013. Most recently he graduated from Penn State University!



Why the 2017 D23 Expo could have big surprises in store for the parks

Since 2009, the Walt Disney Company has held the D23 Expo every two years. Last summer, the Disney fan community was surprised with the official announcement of the upcoming Star Wars Land and Toy Story Land. I simply cannot imagine the 2017 D23 Expo not announcing something big for the parks and resorts. At this Why the 2017 D23 Expo could have big surprises in store for the parks

Why Disney World’s Recent Attendance Slip is a Good Thing Long Term

Guests are often told to speak with their dollars. Some are of the belief that if you didn’t like your experience at Walt Disney World you should wait to return until you’ve heard things have improved. Well, for the first time in five years Walt Disney World did not meet their quarterly expectations for park Why Disney World’s Recent Attendance Slip is a Good Thing Long Term

3 incidents that got people banned from Walt Disney World

3) Shane Perez Swims To Discovery Island From the devastating alligator attack earlier this year at Walt Disney World, it is now extremely clear to people around the world just how dangerous being in the water in Florida is. That knowledge of alligators, and other dangerous wildlife, is what makes photographer Shane Perez’s story so 3 incidents that got people banned from Walt Disney World

Top 5 Thrill Attractions in Disneyland

5) Matterhorn Bobsleds Opening on June 14th, 1959, the Matterhorn Bobsleds is now seen as a staple attraction of Disneyland. As the first tubular steel continuous track roller coaster, the Matterhorn Bobsleds is a prime example of Walt Disney Imagineering ingenuity. Although it only reaches 27 miles per hour, the tight turns make this attraction Top 5 Thrill Attractions in Disneyland

What is a Disney Magical Moment?

You’ve may have heard this expression thrown around, but what really is a magical moment? Magical moments are a spur of the moment act of kindness between cast members and the guests. Cast members working at Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and the Disney Parks abroad are given opportunities to give families a special memory they will never What is a Disney Magical Moment?

5 best places for appetizers and drinks in Walt Disney World

5) River Roost Lounge Guests staying at Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside should check out the River Roost Lounge! If you are lucky you’ll have the chance to watch Yehaa Bob Jackson’s piano performance. Yehaa Bob has been performing at Walt Disney World for over 19 years and has become a staple of the River Roost Lounge. Plan 5 best places for appetizers and drinks in Walt Disney World

What if the Disney parks gave discounts to well behaved guests?

As a cast member in the Magic Kingdom in the summer of 2013, I witnessed some extremely foolish behaviors by some guests. While some of their actions were just an inconvenience, others were outwardly dangerous. I’ve heard stories of guests climbing out of the moving attractions putting themselves in danger, and even worse, incidents where What if the Disney parks gave discounts to well behaved guests?