It’s a creative competition like no other and the challenges are uniquely Disney. The stakes are high for Walt Disney Imagineering’s annual ImagiNations Design Competition but the rewards can make career dreams come true. “Ever since I was a child, I wanted to be an Imagineer,” said Erissa Wood describing
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Disney Cruise Line – A Classic Tale of One-UpmanSHIP
Can you be at war with yourself? Well, if you are a multi-billion dollar conglomerate, the answer would appear to be ‘Yes.’ As you no doubt know, Disney is divided into many different segments, or businesses. You have the Movie Division. The Theme Parks Division. The Merchandising Division. The Cruise
Jake and the Never Land Pirates Landing at Disney’s Hollywood Studios as Part of Show Debuting March 4
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — Jake and the Never Land Pirates are landing at Disney’s Hollywood Studios March 4, 2011, less than a month after they cast off on their first adventure on Disney Channel as part of the launch of Disney Junior programming desig…
From Under the Sea to Galaxies Far, Far Away – Opening Dates Are Set For A Soundsational Summer at Disneyland Resort
As families prepare for their 2011 summer vacations, the Disneyland Resort announces grand opening dates for several, highly-anticipated new attractions and family experiences. The all-new “Mickey’s Soundsational Parade” will bring a new beat to the streets of Disneyland Park beginning May 27. Also at Disneyland park, guests will once again
Magic Kingdom Guests Will Be Able To Fastpass To Meet with Mickey Mouse Beginning Later This Spring
Magic Kingdom officials have a hunch a really “hot ticket” in their realm this summer is going to be something other than a ride, a snack or a show. Rather, it’s a first-ever opportunity to nail down a time to meet with Mickey Mouse. When meet-and-greets with Mickey move into
What not to miss at Disney’s California Adventure
“To all people who believe in the power of dreams, welcome.Disney’s California Adventure opens its golden gates to you.” — Michael, Eisner, February 8, 2001, opening day Disney California Adventure Park was conceived as a tribute and a celebration of the history and cultural diversity of California, and meant to
Blue Sky Cellar Update Showcases Upcoming Little Mermaid Attraction
The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel’s Undersea Adventure becomes the newest star in the 2011 update of Walt Disney Imagineering Blue Sky Cellar, the place where Disney California Adventure park guests find an exclusive preview of what is new and what is coming next for the expansion of the Disneyland Resort.
First Look: The Little Mermaid – Ariel’s Undersea Adventure
Walt Disney Imagineering has turned its sights to the next highly-anticipated opening: The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel’s Undersea Adventure, coming soon in 2011. In this video, Imagineer Lisa Girolami takes you behind the curtain (or under the waves) to give you a first look at Ariel’s world. From the drawing
‘A Walk In The Park’ with Rolly Crump
This article comes to us from WDW Prince. Paul was able to get some insider exclusive information he wanted to pass onto us. Roland Fargo Crump is a true Disney legend. In fact, he is a certified legend with his own window on Main Street in Disneyland. One of the
Keys to the Kingdom Lesson: Design Integrity
As promised in my previous blog, “A Day with Rae,” I am following up with some really awesome facts I learned on my recent Keys to the Kingdom tour. As I stated previously, I will not give away any secrets we had to promise not to reveal “so help me
George’s Top 5 Holiday Gift Ideas
For our latest Two Lonely Deeks web episode, Chip and I shared our Top 5 Holiday Gifts for the Deek in your life. Whether you are looking for something for yourself or someone that is slightly Disney-obsessed, this list is for you! 1. Adventures By Disney Hollywood Family Vacation. This
Best Things I Love About Disney – The Festival Of The Lion King
MUSIC! DANCE! FLOATS! ATHLETICS! EXCITEMENT! It’s hard to find all of these things anywhere but at Disney’s Animal Kingdom they are presented many times daily in The Festival of the Lion King (FOTLK) in the Camp Minnie-Mickey area. This is one of three or four things that draw me back
Best Things I Love About Disney – The Tree Of Life
Talk about an icon!! The Tree of Life is positively the first thing most people think about when Disney’s Animal Kingdom is mentioned. It is not just beautiful but it is an engineering marvel. There is a lot of information available about the Tree of Life but, as usual, I
Best things I love about Disney – Pirates of the Caribbean
Easily one of the best rides at the Magic Kingdom! Pirates of the Caribbean has entertained millions of Walt Disney World guests on a thrilling adventure through dark, mysterious caverns where “dead men tell no tales” since it opened at Magic Kingdom on Dec. 15, 1973. Starring a comical cast