You see them everywhere at Disney: Disney Pins of all kinds of shapes, sizes, colors, designs, and patterns. They commemorate events, parks, hotels, rides and attractions, characters and holidays. They come in sets and individually, and can range from inexpensive little fun ones to very expensive collectors’ sets. They are,
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Investigation Surrounding the Critical Injury Accident of a Disneyland Worker
Sadly, a 68-year old machinist was critically injured while testing Disneyland’s Space Mountain in early October. Christopher Monday, has been identified as the worker and was critically injured and was taken to UCI Medical Center on October 3rd where he remains in critical condition after suffering back, chest and head
Ambassadors Chosen to Share Walt Disney World Magic
Continuing a 47-year tradition created by Walt Disney himself, Walt Disney World Resort has selected two Cast Members to serve in the revered and sought-after role of Ambassadors. In a ceremony held today at Epcot, Tye Arnold and Rich Tamayo received their official ambassador pins as part of the announcement, which
Enhance Your Disney Memories – Try Theming Your Photos
Lots of folks shoot hundreds of pictures on each visit to Walt Disney World. I’m even worse because I rarely take less than 1500 – 2000 shots every time. Rather than just taking pictures for the sake of taking them try to have a theme for each trip and carry
Disney Cast Members Walk to Raise Money and Awareness
More than 800 Disney VoluntEARS recently participated in the 2012 Greater Orlando Heart Walk, raising almost $33,000 in support of the American Heart Association. While taking a stand against heart disease and stroke—the number one and four leading causes of death in the United States—Disney Cast Members also made strides
United Way Campaign Gets Help from Disney World Cast Members
As the largest corporate contributor to Heart of Florida United Way (HFUW), Walt Disney World Resort often gets attention for its generous charitable giving–our Cast Members donate nearly $3 million annually to the organization and we serve as the host and sponsor of the annual Chef’s Gala event. What is
Magical Manners at your Disney Resort
It’s time for another dose of manners! This time it’s about proper etiquette in and around your Resort! Common sense? Yes. Do all guests have it? Nope. Are a few nice reminders needed? Probably – but certainly NOT for our readers! This little ditty is written for those guests that don’t know how
Secrets of the Magic Kingdom
Shhhh don’t tell anyone. It’s just between you and me. I have been a passholder for a few years and a Cast Member a few years ago. So in that time I have learned a few insider secrets that I thought you would appreciate. The buildings on Main Street are
Disney World and Anxiety
Many people suffer daily with Anxiety. It can be a struggle for most people to enjoy everyday life without worrying what will trigger the next panic attack. Today I want to help you Survive Anxiety while visiting Disney World. I have a degree in Psychology and my daughter has anxiety.
What to do when one size doesn’t fit all?
With millions of visitors from around the world, it would be impossible to fabricate accommodations that would be ideal for everyone in Disney parks. If the “one size fits all” philosophy doesn’t apply to you, don’t worry, you aren’t out of luck. There are three main areas where the majority
Thanking a Cast Member
Cast members will often go above and beyond the call of duty to make your Disney vacation wonderful. Whether you’ve received an unexpected room upgrade, a complimentary dessert, were given extra help while in a pickle, or were just handed some surprise fast passes, a simple spoken “Thank you” is always appreciated. But have you
Disney hopes to automate Character Meet and Greets
I for one love the Disney Photo Pass Photographers. They are very helpful, creative, and most have great personalities that really love what they do. When I read this article today it felt very unpersonal and cold which to me is not what the Disney Magic is about. According to
Disney Cast Members to be Outfitted with iPads
Disney has begun outfitting Cast Members with ipads as they test the new next gen FASTPASS system. As we reported here earlier, the new system will allow guests to schedule FASTPASS windows before their vacation begins. Guests that have been selected will receive a FASTPASS card embedded with an RFID chip and
How to Tour the Parks – Visiting the Magic Kingdom in a Wheelchair Part 2
Today we are looking at the attractions in Fantasyland and Tomorrowland. If you missed part one you can find it here for information on Adventureland, Frontierland, and Liberty Square. Fantasyland it’s a small world it’s a small world has a different entrance for wheelchair users. It is located next to the
