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The History of Disney’s Wilderness Lodge – Part One
Opened on May 28, 1994, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort quickly became a popular destination for those who wanted to be near the action, but not in the middle of it. Acclaimed for its spectacular lakeside setting and magnificent lodge-like lobby, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge the quintessential destination resort. Even though the hotel opened in the mid … The History of Disney’s Wilderness Lodge – Part One
The Bumpy Start to Disneyland Paris
Image: Disneyland Paris This April will mark the 25th Anniversary of the opening of Disneyland Paris. To celebrate this magnificent milestone, the park has planned some new and exciting events and experiences. Mickey presents “Happy Anniversary Disneyland Paris” Show Image: Disneyland Paris On March 26th 2017, Guests at Disneyland Park began to experience the following special … The Bumpy Start to Disneyland Paris
A Look Back at The Main Street Electrical Parade
After an almost 21 year absence, The Main Street Electrical Parade (MSEP), one of the most beloved and iconic parades in Disney history, has returned to Disneyland for a limited engagement. This version will also see the reappearance of the original Main Street Electrical Parade opening float, a whimsical train pulling a giant drum unit … A Look Back at The Main Street Electrical Parade
Disney hosts “Quick Draw” YouTube LIVE series with artist and Disney Legend Floyd Norman
Floyd Norman Image: The Walt Disney Company On Friday, January 13, 2017, Disney hosted its “Quick Draw” YouTube LIVE series with artist and Disney Legend Floyd Norman. Viewers tuned in live on Disney’s YouTube Channel to see and interacting with this animation legend. To see this amazing interview, click here. Annie award-winning Norman, 81, recreated, in real time, the very … Disney hosts “Quick Draw” YouTube LIVE series with artist and Disney Legend Floyd Norman
Book Review: The Disney Story: Chronicling The Man, The Mouse & The Parks
There are many books written about Walt and Roy Disney, as well as The Walt Disney Company. Some of them give top-line information and some of them are extremely detailed. Some of them are perfect for those who are new to Disney history and some of them are for those already steeped in its history. … Book Review: The Disney Story: Chronicling The Man, The Mouse & The Parks
The Walt Disney World Half Marathon: Then and Now
Even though I don’t consider myself a “runner,” I often say that every ten years I run a half marathon. And of course I would only run this kind of race at my favorite place on earth: Walt Disney World. The Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend, held every year in January, consists of several different races over the … The Walt Disney World Half Marathon: Then and Now
Taschen Releases Book About Disney’s Golden Age of Animation
This holiday season, what do you get the Disney fan who has everything? TASCHEN’s extensive and beautiful 620+ page book, The Walt Disney Film Archives: The Animated Movies 1921 – 1968. The book, which features 1,500 images and essays by renowned Disney experts, covers in detail Walt Disney and The Walt Disney Company’s journey from … Taschen Releases Book About Disney’s Golden Age of Animation
Book Review: Working at the Disney Parks – On-Stage and Off-Stage
It’s pretty easy to find books written about Walt Disney, but not so easy to find books written about or by Disney Imagineers or Cast Members. Disney Editions has books on Mary Blair, Marc Davis, John Hench, Roy E. Disney and Marty Sklar, which are all terrific and must-reads. However, these are just a few … Book Review: Working at the Disney Parks – On-Stage and Off-Stage
It’s All in a Name…Tag
Employees of the Walt Disney Company wear a variety of costumes, hair pieces, shoes, and accessories depending on the role they hold. All employees have one item in common, though. They all wear the same name tag. Any cast member, from the Captain of a cruise ship to a food service cook, wears the iconic … It’s All in a Name…Tag
Epcot’s Leave A Legacy Sculpture: A Purchaser’s View
Many people want to leave their stamp on the world, and early in the 21st century, Walt Disney World offered its visitors the opportunity do just that. According to Disney, Epcot’s Leave A Legacy Sculpture is “a tribute to a unique moment in time – the dawning of the third millennium.” Purchasers could contribute their images to … Epcot’s Leave A Legacy Sculpture: A Purchaser’s View
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