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Marty Sklar Shares Some Final Stories in “Travels With Figment”
“Everything about Marty was legendary – his achievements, his spirit, his career. He embodied the very best of Disney, from his bold originality to his joyful optimism and relentless drive for excellence. He was also a powerful connection to Walt himself. No one was more passionate about Disney than Marty and we’ll miss his enthusiasm, … Marty Sklar Shares Some Final Stories in “Travels With Figment”
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
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
5 Subtle Ways to Enjoy the Magic of Disney Parks at Home
The Merchandising Department of the World of Disney does not disappoint in providing a wonderful array of food, ornaments, apparel and accessories, and much more. From Dooney & Bourke purses to keychains, they overall do an excellent job providing options for various ages and tastes. For many, a total Disneyfication of their home and other spaces … 5 Subtle Ways to Enjoy the Magic of Disney Parks at Home
Why Disney Fans Should Care About Jazz Appreciation Month
Since 2001, every April has been Jazz Appreciation Month (JAM), with April 30th serving as International Jazz Day. In 2003, through efforts by the National Museum of American History, JAM was supported by legislation. It has the goal of bringing attention to this genre as an important part of American culture in both the past … Why Disney Fans Should Care About Jazz Appreciation Month
Marty Sklar’s Creative Spark
Marty Sklar’s imagination has influenced millions of people. I feel justified in making this bold claim because he has been a driving force in Disney parks worldwide. When Marty officially retired in 2009, Richard Sherman sang the following song that he penned for the retirement party: (to the tune of “Supercalifragilisticexpialidcious”) Verse I … Marty Sklar’s Creative Spark
Old school vs. New school: the Park Guest Super Bowl
Every day somebody new plans a trip to Disney World. What do these new patrons look like in a match up with Disney Park fans of yesteryear? More importantly, what does it mean to the Disney leadership that the experiences appear so different? On one side we have the home team, the incumbents, the old-timers. On the other, … Old school vs. New school: the Park Guest Super Bowl
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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