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Imagineer Kevin Rafferty Takes Readers on a Magical Journey Through His Fantastical Disney Career
Like Charlie Bucket in “Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory,” one of the things that Disney fans dream of doing is pulling back the curtain on all those closed doors at Disney Imagineering in Glendale, California. It is here that Disney Imagineers create a plethora of fantastical things ranging from attractions to signage and everything … Imagineer Kevin Rafferty Takes Readers on a Magical Journey Through His Fantastical Disney Career
Busting a Myth: Magic Kingdom’s Liberty Square Liberty Bell
We’ve all heard of urban myths and legends, right? Those larger than life stories that we believe may, in fact, be truth. Sometimes, these myths and stories get told and retold until we just don’t know what the truth actually is anymore. Walt Disney World seems to be a magnet for urban myths, and it … Busting a Myth: Magic Kingdom’s Liberty Square Liberty Bell
The Magic Themes of the Magic Kingdom
Disney songs are as much a part of the magic as any anything else in the company. This is true in their movies, and it’s just as true in the parks. Even when guests don’t realize it, there’s music playing, setting the scene and making the whole experience more immersive. What is obvious are the … The Magic Themes of the Magic Kingdom
Van Eaton Galleries to Auction Off Art from The Walt Disney Studios, Disneyland, and More
Known as one of the go-to auction houses for Disney memorabilia, the Van Eaton Galleries in Sherman Oaks, California will be exhibiting and auctioning an amazing collection of artifacts celebrating 100 years of The Walt Disney Studios and Disneyland. In addition, there will be an impressive lot of Star Wars collectibles. Starting now through August … Van Eaton Galleries to Auction Off Art from The Walt Disney Studios, Disneyland, and More
Attractions that I’d Like to Show Walt
What would Walt think? This is a very common question asked around the Disney fan universe. Fans like to think they know, but nobody really does. We can never truly know what Walt would have thought. That being said, I’d like to put forth several attractions that I think Walt would really enjoy. 1) Kilimanjaro Safaris … Attractions that I’d Like to Show Walt
Ron Logan Talks About Creating IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth – Part Two
In part one of our conversation with Ron Logan, the former executive vice president of Walt Disney entertainment reminisced about the various lagoon shows at Disney’s Epcot, as well as the upcoming final performance of IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth in September. Logan talks about the history and little known facts about one of Disney’s longest … Ron Logan Talks About Creating IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth – Part Two
Disneyland, California: Now and Then
A lot of my time in Disney parks has been spent with my sister, Casey. It all began when I was six, and she was eight, our first trip to the Happiest Place on Earth with no idea what to expect. Back then, there was no internet or YouTube to get a feel for the … Disneyland, California: Now and Then
Ron Logan Talks About Creating IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth – Part One
With a loud screech and then a shooting star exploding over World Showcase lagoon, IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth at the Epcot theme park takes guests on an emotional journey as it honors the spirit of humanity, as well as celebrating the world’s “millennium” with a look at the past, present, and future of Earth. As one … Ron Logan Talks About Creating IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth – Part One
Disney’s Fascination with Tinker Bell
Is there anything more ‘Disney’ than Pixie Dust? A sprinkle of this mysterious powder is enough to bring magic and wonder to any situation. Tinker Bell, the provider of Pixie Dust, has flitted and fluttered across the World of Disney for over 60 years. Coming from the world of Peter Pan, Tink, as she is often … Disney’s Fascination with Tinker Bell
The Swan & Dolphin Resorts’ Landscaping – Breaking New Ground – Part Two
To see the beginning of the story on how the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels‘ unique landscaping came to be, read Part One of this series HERE. CREATING THE POOLS Photo: Herbert-Halback, Inc. The other thing that Halback and his team played off of was the grotto pool area. They saw the area as … The Swan & Dolphin Resorts’ Landscaping – Breaking New Ground – Part Two
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