Electrical Water Pageant 50th Anniversary Early Debut Video. I do not know why we decided to walk tonight, instead of taking the Monorail or the resort boats, but karma must be on our side. We got to see the early debut of the brand new opening sequence of the Electrical
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New light fixtures debut at Disney’s Contemporary Resort
New light fixtures debut at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. The new lobby has been completed, and prior to the curtains and walls coming down, we got a preview of the new retro lobby. From Mary Blair’s artwork to the new elevators, and now the retro lighting fixtures. The new hanging light
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Lobby Construction is now complete
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Lobby Construction is now complete. DIsney just blew our minds! When we woke up this morning, we did not have a clue that sometime overnight they had finished the Contemporary Resort Lobby, and removed all the walls. When word spread that the Lobby had reopened, we raced
Mary Blair artwork now on display in Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Mary Blair artwork is now on display in Disney’s Contemporary Resort. There is a lot of things going on over at Disney’s Contemporary Resort right now. With the Scrim starting to be removed both inside and on the upper floors and also removing the outside scrim. Furthermore, room renovations are
50th Anniversary Scavenger Hunt now available at Disney World Resorts
50th Anniversary Scavenger Hunt now available at Disney World Resorts. Monorail resorts have a brand new Magic Kingdom Attractions Scavenger Hunt. We got ours today at the Grand Floridian Resort front desk. We have not completed it yet, but we do know the answers. We will be stopping by the
Crossroads shopping center near Disney World is now officially closed
Crossroads shopping center near Disney World is now officially closed. A popular shopping center, originally built by Disney and had changed ownership many times over the years, is officially permanently closed for business. Crossroads Shopping. Crossroads of Lake Buena Vista will become a major contribution site over the next 5
A look back on the Walt Disney World Preview Center
A look back on the Walt Disney World Preview Center. Driving towards Disney Springs on Hotel Plaza Boulevard, squished in between the Best Western and the Wyndham Garden Lake, sits what now looks like a small cement building that has a small sign out front for the Amateur Athletic Union.
Pre 50th Anniversary Celebration Merch coming to Disney Parks & ShopDisney
Pre 50th Anniversary Celebration Merch coming to Disney Parks & ShopDisney. Mark, your calendars now! The pre-celebration collection merchandise for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary is coming. We do not know where the physical stores will be at Walt DIsney World Resort yet. The collection will be available at shopDisney.
Partner statue refurbishment is now complete in the Magic Kingdom
Partner statue refurbishment is now complete in the Magic Kingdom. Ahead of Disney World’s 50th anniversary, there is a lot of refurbishments going on. Most have been to the Fantasyland area, and also signs of various rides. We can start reporting on finished projects as we get closer to the 50th
Car crashes into Walt Disney’s historic Laugh-O-gram Building
An important part of Walt Disney’s history is the time he spent working at the Laugh-O-Gram studio in Kansas City. It’s where Walt built experience in animation and devised the early origins of Mickey Mouse. Walt started the business in June 1921 and ended it in 1923. Even though Walt
Photos: Walt Disney World Statue stripped down for refurbishment
Walt Disney World Statue stripped down for refurbishment. Ahead of Disney World’s 50th anniversary, there is a lot of refurbishments going on. Most have been to the Fantasyland area, and also signs of various rides. Now it looks like the refurbishments are on the Hub area and most importantly the
Tomorrowland Kugel Fountain returns to operation in Magic Kingdom
Tomorrowland Kugel Fountain returns to operation in Magic Kingdom. Things are returning to normal, with more interactive things reopening at Magic Kingdom. Recently, we told you about the Hunny Wall and also the queue for Winnie-the-Pooh ride. Unquestionably, one of the weirder least understood playful fountains has reopened. The Kugel
Honoring Asian Pacific American Heritage Month at Walt Disney World
May is Asian Pacific American Heritage Month and Walt Disney World is celebrating the cultures, experiences, and contributions of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) cast and communities. Here are some of the ways Disney is honoring the diversity and representation of AAPI. Related – Don’t miss the Star Wars May
Disneyland Cast Members Honored at a special ceremony for over 50 Years of Service
Disneyland Cast Members Honored long-term service prior to the opening of the park. Seven Disneyland Resort cast members who marked 50 years of service in 2020 — and one who marked 55! — were recently honored at Sleeping Beauty Castle for a special service award ceremony, prior to the theme
