AUTHOR: Tim Carlson
Disney Should Seize the Moment on Sesame Street
Disney has a rare opportunity developing, and it is one the company should seriously consider. One of the most recognizable brands in children’s entertainment could soon be looking for a new theme park partner. If that happens, Disney would be wise to move quickly. Recent reports indicate that the organization behind Sesame Street has filed … Disney Should Seize the Moment on Sesame Street
I Miss the “Pull at Your Heartstrings” Disney
I love the Disney Parks, and I always will. The magic, the memories, the imagination brought to life, it’s unmatched. But I’d be lying if I said I didn’t miss the emotional core that once defined the Disney experience. Somewhere along the way, especially in the mid-2000s, something shifted. Disney Parks started leaning more into … I Miss the “Pull at Your Heartstrings” Disney
Is Disney Planning Too Complicated for First-Time Guests?
Planning a Disney Parks vacation has become a daunting task, even for seasoned fans who are familiar with the ins and outs of the system. So, what does that mean for first-time visitors? Simply put, it often leads to frustration, confusion, and even disappointment. What was once an experience filled with spontaneous magic now demands … Is Disney Planning Too Complicated for First-Time Guests?
PLEASE Bring Back the Disney Sing-Along Songs
I’m a millennial, and like so many Disney-loving millennials, I grew up on the Disney Sing-Along Songs VHS tapes. They weren’t just fun videos to pass the time; they were my first real connection to the Disney Parks. Long before Disney YouTube vlogs or Disney Podcasts, I had ‘Disneyland Fun’ on loop in my childhood … PLEASE Bring Back the Disney Sing-Along Songs
Being Called a ‘Disney Adult’ Is Not the Insult You Think It Is
I was recently in a heated political debate online. As often happens, once the other person ran out of substance, the conversation shifted from arguments to insults. Instead of responding to the points I made, they reached for the easiest tool in the box: name-calling. “Okay, Disney Adult.” That was supposed to land as a … Being Called a ‘Disney Adult’ Is Not the Insult You Think It Is
Former Disney Imagineer Joe Rohde Announces New Book
Yesterday, former veteran Disney Imagineer Joe Rohde sparked a wave of speculation after posting a video hinting at an announcement later this week. In the clip, Rohde says, “I’m a creative guy, and being a creative guy, I’m involved in a lot of creative things,” before explaining that the purpose of the video is to … Former Disney Imagineer Joe Rohde Announces New Book
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?
