Despite the embarrassing fashions and massive hair, the 80s were a fun decade and made a big mark in pop culture! This got me thinking… While Disney is as magical today as ever, many of us Mouse Ear sporting fans were first to introduced to Disney in the 80s and
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Wednesday with Walt: Walt’s Vision of EPCOT
“I don’t believe there’s a challenge anywhere in the world that’s more important to people everywhere than finding solutions to the problems of our cities. But where do we begin… how do we start answering this great challenge?” -Walt Disney Contrary to what many people think, Walt Disney’s EPCOT was
Around the “Disney” World – Main Street, U.S.A.
For many, Main Street, U.S.A. is simply the entrance into the Magic Kingdom and a walk way towards Cinderella Castle and the rides and attractions on the other side. Main Street, U.S.A. is much more than that, though – it’s a walkway through time. Unlike Main Street U.S.A. in Disneyland,
Brotherly Love!
I am sure you have gathered from reading my previous articles that I am an admirer and student of Walt Disney. From what I have read about his childhood, Walt and Roy Disney were always very close. From the time Walt was born, Roy (who was 8 years older) spent
Keys to the Kingdom: Clever Park Design
We all know how cleverly the Magic Kingdom was designed – with different lands and different themes. When I was on the Keys to the Kingdom Tour recently, I was introduced to some new information on the clever way that rides, restaurants and shops are placed around the Kingdom. I
A Day with Rae: My Keys to the Kingdom Tour
During our recent trip to Disney World, my hubby and I decided to splurge on a Keys to the Kingdom Tour at Magic Kingdom. This 4.5 hour walking tour takes you behind the scenes at the Magic Kingdom, including the famous utilidors – the first level of the Magic Kingdom, long
Mickey’s Tribute to Firefighters
This Mickey Mouse Firefighter Tribute picture is one of my all time favorites. I own it in the form of a lithograph, a t-shirt and an extra large size postcard. My daddy was a captain on the fire department in my hometown for 35 years, so you can imagine that
The Hidden Magic Of Toy Story Midway Mania
Some of the hidden magic from Walt Disney World’s Toy Story Midway Mania and Pixar Place. Excerpts from “The Hidden Magic Of Walt Disney World” by Susan Veness published by Adams Media.
25 Disney Fun Facts
Walt Disney World includes 30,500 hectares, which is approximately the same size as San Francisco. When Disney’s Magic Kingdom opened its doors on 1 October 1971, adult admission is $ 3. 50. The crowd on opening day at Disney’s Magic Kingdom was approximately 10,000. The estimated annual attendance at Disney’s
Walt Disney World History July 14th & 15th
Another great video from the guys at WDW History. Check out their page on YouTube.
Walt Disney World History July 12th & 13th
Another great video from the guys at WDW History. Check out their page on YouTube.
Walt Disney World History
Stumbled across this video site on you tube. Very interesting History lessons concerning all thing Disney. Check them out here.
