AUTHOR: Tim Carlson
Trust Your Gut on Your Disney Vacation
There are about a million reviews for everything at the Disney Parks. Every ride, every restaurant, every snack cart has been ranked, debated, praised, or completely torn apart online. If you spend even a few minutes scrolling, you can find a strong opinion about pretty much anything. And sure, sometimes there’s a general consensus. Some … Trust Your Gut on Your Disney Vacation
Why High-Tech Animatronics Scare Me as a Disney Adult
Okay, let me clarify right off the bat: I’m not literally afraid of high-tech animatronics. I’m not hiding from Hondo Ohnaka in Galaxy’s Edge or side-eyeing the Na’vi Shaman of Songs on Na’vi River Journey. But I am nervous about what they represent for the future of theme park attractions, especially at Disney, but this … Why High-Tech Animatronics Scare Me as a Disney Adult
Why I Think the Original Plans for Villains Land Were Scrapped
Josh D’Amaro. That really is the short answer. But the longer answer is actually pretty interesting and says a lot about where the parks may be heading next. If you missed the news, it all came from a report by Len Testa of TouringPlans. He said the original plans for the Villains Land at Magic … Why I Think the Original Plans for Villains Land Were Scrapped
Have the Disney Parks Become Too Mainstream?
Hear me out. I can already imagine people saying that the Disney Parks have been mainstream from the moment Walt opened Disneyland in 1955. There is some truth in that, but something about the current moment feels different. Every celebrity seems to post about their love for Disney; the number of Disney influencers has exploded … Have the Disney Parks Become Too Mainstream?
How Disney Pricing Changed in 2003 and Never Looked Back
In a recent interview on ‘In Depth with Graham Bensinger‘, former Disney Company CEO Michael Eisner expressed frustration with how expensive a Disney vacation has become. He said he is not thrilled that it now costs so much to visit Disneyland or Walt Disney World, and he also pushed back on the growing number of … How Disney Pricing Changed in 2003 and Never Looked Back
Who Replaces Josh D’Amaro Will Tell Us Everything
Disney Parks fans have every reason to feel excited about Josh D’Amaro stepping into the spotlight as the next CEO of The Walt Disney Company. His rise signals something important and long overdue. It tells us that the parks and resorts are not just a side business or a supporting act. They are the heart … Who Replaces Josh D’Amaro Will Tell Us Everything
How Disney’s Event Tickets Are Undermining the Guest Experience
Right now, Disney After Hours at Magic Kingdom costs just under $200 per person. And while there is a slight discount for kids ages 3 to 9, it’s still almost the same price as the adult ticket. These events take place on select nights from 10 PM to 1 AM and offer a nearly empty park, meaning … How Disney’s Event Tickets Are Undermining the Guest Experience
The Grief of Cancelling a Disney Trip
If you are anything like me, the countdown to your next Disney trip begins the moment you wheel your suitcase out of the resort on your final day. The vacation may be over, but the anticipation never really stops. Planning, daydreaming, and mentally revisiting favorite moments become part of everyday life. Because of that emotional … The Grief of Cancelling a Disney Trip
Disney’s New Brand Leader Has a Lot to Prove in a Short Time
Disney made a big move recently, and if you’re a Disney fan, it’s the kind of thing that might not sound exciting at first but could end up shaping everything we see for years. They created an entirely new role and named Asad Ayaz as the company’s first-ever Chief Brand Officer. That title might sound … Disney’s New Brand Leader Has a Lot to Prove in a Short Time
Why EPCOT and Skyliner Resort Hotels Aren’t Ideal for Rope Drop Families
Unless you are a massive fan of Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, I would argue that the EPCOT resort hotels and the Skyliner resort hotels are not the best choice for families who love to rope drop. This is especially true when you are paying a premium to stay at a Deluxe resort like Beach Club, Yacht … Why EPCOT and Skyliner Resort Hotels Aren’t Ideal for Rope Drop Families
