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Be Prepared! EPCOT’s Plan for the Massive Influx of Children Will Be… Nothing?
My EPCOT Center has been gone for awhile… …and although I’ve slowly been dealing with what I see as a neglected, bare-boned version (now with even less attractions), new problems are popping up from a lack of vision for this park’s future. But I digress. Do you remember how much of a nightmare it was when Anna … Be Prepared! EPCOT’s Plan for the Massive Influx of Children Will Be… Nothing?
Connecting with Walt at Disney California Adventure
Walt Disney is a part of Disneyland. This Magic Kingdom was his idea – his dream. Unlike his films, which were finished the moment the director yelled, “That’s a wrap!”, Disneyland would be alive and everchanging. A Park that reacted to its visitors, and a Park that Walt Disney could endlessly reimagine, innovate, and grow. … Connecting with Walt at Disney California Adventure
Connecting With Walt at Disneyland
I have many friends who have frequently visited Walt Disney World, but have not had the good fortune to visit Walt Disney’s original Magic Kingdom – Disneyland. I always look forward to taking them on their first visit to Disneyland and sharing the stories of the buildings, realms, attractions and people who made Disneyland a … Connecting With Walt at Disneyland
Disneyland’s Happiest Anniversaries on Earth
Editor’s Note 7/17/20: We thought we’d re-share this great piece from a few years ago today – on Disneyland’s 65th Anniversary! No one loves a party more than Disney fans, so much so, that Disney celebrations have typically continued for 18 to 24 months! As we look forward to the 60th Anniversary of Disneyland, let’s … Disneyland’s Happiest Anniversaries on Earth
A History of the Disneyland Hotel – The Happiest Hotel on Earth
Walt Disney’s Disneyland was almost an immediate success when it opened its gates to the public on July 17, 1955. In its first year of operation, nearly 4 million guests had walked down Main Street USA to the enchanted realms of Disneyland. About 41 percent of the guests had come from outside California, which is … A History of the Disneyland Hotel – The Happiest Hotel on Earth
Walking in Walt’s Footsteps: Kansas City Edition
My husband and I recently had the chance to spend a weekend in Kansas City, Missouri without our kids. Our primary reason was to attend a Billy Joel concert, but since we had a little time to kill before heading home, we decided to visit a couple of landmarks important to the history of the … Walking in Walt’s Footsteps: Kansas City Edition
Walt Disney and The Little Golden Books
Who has a Little Golden Book in their home? Do you have a favorite Little Golden Book? Does The Poky Little Puppy bring back fond childhood memories? It may surprise you to know the illustrations for The Poky Little Puppy were done by Gustaf Tenggren, a Disney artist who also rendered inspiration artwork for Walt … Walt Disney and The Little Golden Books
The Enchanted Tiki Room – The Magic Behind Walt Disney’s Tropical Hideaway
Can you name two Disney theme park attractions with Walt Disney’s name in the title? Before you get out your park maps, here’s the answer:
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