Alright, Disney fans, store this in the back of your head for that Jeopardy Daily Double question. Back in 1962, Walt Disney himself was in the process of negotiating a Disney Theme Park in St. Louis, MO. What could have been? Walt Disney was approached by the organizers of the
Tag: Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
‘Big Thunder Mountain’ Set To Become a TV Series on ABC
It looks like the wildest ride in the wilderness is about to become the wildest ride on your television. ABC is currently developing a new series, titled ‘Big Thunder Mountain’, based around the popular Disney attraction, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. Details about the project are being kept tight-lipped at this
Disney World’s Guest Assistance Card Details
For anyone that is visiting Walt Disney World in a wheelchair or if you have another medical condition that requires accommodations, I highly recommend stopping by guest relations to pick up a Guest Assistance Card. This card will help alert Cast Members of your needs and can make your vacation
Top 5 Trains at Walt Disney World Resort
All aboard for the final article in this series: the Top 5 Trains at Walt Disney World Resort. Walt Disney was a train fanatic, so it’s only logical they would be prominent features in his theme parks. You know, he built his first thrill ride, the 1/8 scale Carolwood Pacific
Top Five Best Uses of Fastpass
Fastpasses are available at many attractions at Disney World, but how do you determine which ones will be the most useful or which ones to grab early on and which ones can wait til later in the day? Lucky for you I am here to give you my opinion on
Top 5 Mountains at Walt Disney World Resort
The tallest mountain range in the sunshine state–well, the only mountain range in Florida–is located smack dab in the middle of the state at Walt Disney World Resort. It’s a rather unique geographic feature, sampling desert outcroppings, snowy peaks, even reaching to the stars. Today’s Top 5 was an easy
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Soft Opening Photos
Here is a bunch of photos from the soft opening of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad! It has been closed for sometime and I know many of us have been waiting for it to reopen after its lengthy refurbishment. Special thank you from Amy W for sharing all these great photos
Disney World Refurbishment Schedule May 2012
Here is the Refurb and Closure Schedule for Walt Disney World for May 2012 and beyond. Refurbishment/closure information is subject to change without notice and should be confirmed just prior to visiting. Updated information is available at the Disney World Website. Current Stormalong Bay Pool (Yacht & Beach Club Resorts) and
Disney World Planning – Family Meeting Nights
Hey folks! Thanks for keeping up with my Disney World Planning Series as I plan my September family vacation to Walt Disney World! If you missed the other articles in this series you can check them out here. I am now 172 days away from my vacation. This means that
How to Tour the Parks – Visiting the Magic Kingdom in a Wheelchair
Visiting Walt Disney World in a wheelchair can be tricky. Disney does a good job with getting information out there but I still learn something new on every trip. There are a few things that are not in the guide book and some things are constantly changing. In this article,
Disney World Refurbishment Schedule for April 2012
Here is the Refurb and Closure Schedule for Walt Disney World for March 2012 and beyond. Refurbishment/closure information is subject to change without notice and should be confirmed just prior to visiting. Updated information is available at the Disney World Website. Current Bay Cove Pool Slide (Bay Lake Tower at Contemporary
Wanted: Indiana Jones Adventure at Walt Disney World
I just returned from my first trip to Disneyland since I was a small child. I didn’t really know what to expect, but I had read during some of my pre-trip planning that some of the rides there better than at Walt Disney World. Admittedly, I was pleasantly surprised. The
Top 10 Things To Do at Night in the Magic Kingdom
The Magic Kingdom is the most popular park at Disney World. It’s design, detail, and the experience that it offers is truly magical during the day; but it gets even more magical at night! One of my favorite things to do at Disney World is to explore this park after
Disney World Refurbishment Schedule March 2012
Here is the Refurb and Closure Schedule for Walt Disney World for March 2012 and beyond. Refurbishment/closure information is subject to change without notice and should be confirmed just prior to visiting. Updated information is available at the Disney World Website. Current Jamaica Village Pool (Caribbean Beach Resort) closed through 2/17/12.
