The Scary Side to Otherwise Tame Disney World Rides

I love it when my students come back from a trip to Disney World.  Their memories are so fresh, so vibrant, so real!  I feel like a (teeny) bit of me has made the trek to the most magical place on Earth! Five and Six year-old kids tend to speak

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Top 10 Best Things About Disney in the ’70s

Since I have already shared the Top 10 Best Things About Disney in the 90s and 80s, I thought we would continue our journey down memory lane with a groovy look at Disney back in 70s! This decade was full of openings and additions and was the first decade without Walt.

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Having your own Disney World Themed Birthday Party!

There are SO MANY fun ways to customize your child’s birthday party to a Disney-esque theme: you can use a favorite movie, or favorite character – or a favorite vacation spot? A Walt Disney World themed party would be a perfect idea for that WDW lover in your life! Here

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Disneyland’s Space Mountain has reopened

Back last month, we broke the news to you that one of Disneyland’s most popular attractions, Space Mountain, had closed as a precautionary measure due to OSHA citations. In case you missed it, you can read the whole article here. Well, today, we have some good news to share with

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Disneyland May Be Fined $235,000 for Space Mountain Accident

We’ve been keeping you up to date over the past few days regarding the closure of three major Disneyland attractions, with Space Mountain and Soarin’ Over California still closed. You can catch up on that here. Now, California state regulators want to fine Disney almost $235,000 for violating safety regulations

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Two Disneyland Attractions Remain Closed Due to OSHA Citations

Over the weekend, we told you that three of the most popular Disneyland attractions had been suddenly shut down due to OSHA citations. Well, although one has been re-opened, but the other two are still closed. The Matterhorn Bobsleds, Space Mountain, and Soarin’ Over California were closed due to failure

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Disneyland’s Matterhorn, Space Mountain, Soarin’ Closed Indefinitely Due to OSHA Citation

Some big news out of Disneyland today. It is being reported that three big name attractions at the Disneyland Resort have been suddenly closed this weekend. The Matterhorn, Space Mountain and Soarin’ Over California are now closed indefinitely, after state DOSH investigators on Friday disciplined Disneyland for the accident last

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Worker Rescued From Disneyland’s Space Mountain Roof

A 37 year old man was hospitalized while he was injured cleaning the roof of Disneyland’s Space Mountain.   Firefighters had to rescue the man and he was taken by ambulance to a hospital because of moderate injuries which included a broken left femur, broken right clavicle and a cut

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Top 5 Uses for Carabiners at Disney World

I don’t know about you, but I’ve found myself at Disney World, wishing I had one of those hiking clip things! I know you are probably thinking, “what, were you planning on doing? Scaling Cinderella Castle?” My answer is short and sweet…nope!  I actually have found this multitasker to be

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The Magic Kingdom – Why It’s Worth Waking Up Early For

Many people like to relax, take it easy, and sleep in on vacation. I am all for relaxation, but when I am vacationing at Walt Disney World, I personally prefer to get up early and make the most of my days at the Parks. My favorite Park by far is

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Mandy Moore Visits Rapunzel at Disneyland Park

“Tangled” and “Tangled Ever After” star Mandy Moore visited the Disneyland Resort last week, and made time to stop by Fantasyland for a visit with Rapunzel. Mandy was looking forward to seeing all of the Halloween Time decor and special events here at Disneyland, as well as visiting the new

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Disneyland refurbishment schedule November 2012

If you’re heading to Disneyland soon be sure to check out the Refurb/Closure list below. Refurbishment information is subject to change without notice and should be confirmed just prior to visiting. Updated information is available on the Disneyland website. Current Starcade (Disneyland) closed through 10/18/12 for refurbishment. Jumpin’ Jellyfish (DCA) one tower

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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

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