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Why I’m Over the Moon Excited for Toy Story Land to Open
When the first Toy Story movie came out in 1995, I was in my early twenties; married with no kids yet. It came out at Thanksgiving which was a very, very special time of the year for my family. All through my childhood, we’d pack up and head to Canon Beach on the Oregon coast … Why I’m Over the Moon Excited for Toy Story Land to Open
Keeping the Magic Alive with a Parent or Child as Adults
As Disney regulars, we often hear from parents about how special the Disney Parks become after seeing them through the eyes of a child. The magic becomes more special when you can watch the amazement on your own child’s face after meeting their favorite character, riding an anticipated attraction, or watching the fireworks at the … Keeping the Magic Alive with a Parent or Child as Adults
A Proposal for the Stitch’s Great Escape! Attraction Space
Unpopular and unpleasant are just a couple words that come to mind when discussing the Stitch’s Great Escape! attraction in Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. Exciting, albeit unconfirmed, rumors exist regarding future uses of this attraction space. Nonetheless, when considering what plans Disney might have for such a small space, I became worried that the … A Proposal for the Stitch’s Great Escape! Attraction Space
Every Magic Kingdom Restaurant Serves Alcohol and I’m Not Sure How To Feel About It
Disney recently announced that the last 3 alcohol-free restaurants (Cinderella’s Royal Table, The Plaza and Crystal Palace) will start serving drinks. Up until Be Our Guest’s menu debuted with drink specialities in 2012, Magic Kingdom did not serve any alcohol. This fundamental aspect of Disney Resorts has rapidly changed after decades and I’m not sure … Every Magic Kingdom Restaurant Serves Alcohol and I’m Not Sure How To Feel About It
Grand Floridian Greeter Richard Gerth Has Passed Away
The adored greeter at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Richard Gerth, has sadly passed away at the age of 92. Richard Gerth started working at Walt Disney World in 1991, and his smile and happy disposition welcomed in families for generations. Gerth became such a staple of the Grand Floridian that many guests asked … Grand Floridian Greeter Richard Gerth Has Passed Away
Weekly World Forecast: June 8-14, 2018
Everyone knows planning a trip to Walt Disney World can be time-consuming. For some, it’s a passion project to work out all the details, but for many others, planning a Walt Disney World vacation can feel daunting. We know at The DIS that your vacation should be a time of relaxation and family bonding. When I … Weekly World Forecast: June 8-14, 2018
Screens: the Future of Theme Parks?
A recent trend among theme parks are attractions that predominately feature screens as the source of immersion. What I mean by that is an attraction where you spend the majority of your ride time staring at a screen, like Disney’s Star Tours or Despicable Me at Universal Studios. Contrast that with older attractions like Pirates of the Caribbean that … Screens: the Future of Theme Parks?
Parks in Perspective: Storytelling, Theme Parks, and the Virtues of Escapism
Life isn’t fair. We teach this to our children, to the point where the very concept seems cliché. Throughout the long and arduous course of raising their progeny, there will undoubtedly be a time when a parent hears this declaration, usually in the form of a whine or a scream: “But it’s not fair.” What … Parks in Perspective: Storytelling, Theme Parks, and the Virtues of Escapism
Is There a Limit to Your Disney Loyalty?
There is no doubt that Disney Parks are as popular now as they’ve ever been. Social media fuels this with instant access to the latest merchandise, news, videos, photos, and an active fan community. But with all the talk lately of union disputes, price increases, and crowd manipulation, it makes sense that vacationers might question … Is There a Limit to Your Disney Loyalty?
Finding the Disney Magic: Restaurants
Whether it’s your first visit to Walt Disney World or your millionth, there is too much to see and do around the parks and resorts to fit everything into one trip. If you’ve been researching for your next vacation, you’ve probably started to realize that blogs and Disney fans consider pretty much everything a must-do. … Finding the Disney Magic: Restaurants
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