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Take a Peek! - A Very Merry Christmas Party Video

2011-12-02T09:49:00.000-08:00

Darth Vadar Goes To Disneyland! - Video

2011-06-07T07:39:00.001-07:00

So funny!

Inside the World Premiere of ‘Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides’ at Disneyland

2011-05-10T07:17:00.001-07:00

Here's the report and great photos from the Disney Parks Blog: Saturday was quite a day at Disneyland park. For the fourth time in eight years, “Pirates” took over the park for a world premiere event that only Disney could do. The premiere of “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides,” which benefited Boys & Girls Clubs of America, was the first-ever outdoor film premiere in 3D.

Jack Lindquist - Disneyland's First President - Book Signing at Disneyland on May 1

2011-04-14T07:43:00.001-07:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.comAnnounced by the Disney Parks Blog: "Our Disneyland Merchandise Events team has just confirmed that Disney Legend Jack Lindquist, the first president of Disneyland park, will appear for a special book signing on Sunday, May 1, at The Disney Gallery. This is the first time Jack has appeared for a signing inside the park since his tenure as President. Jack’s memoir,

Imagineering Ariel’s Hair at Disney California Adventure Park - Video

2011-04-07T09:04:00.001-07:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.com The new Little Mermaid attraction is getting closer to opening! It's amazing what the Imagineers can do! Read all about it below from the Disney Parks Blog: "We are just a couple of months away from the official opening of The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel’s Undersea Adventure at Disney California Adventure park. Walt Disney Imagineers are working hard to make

World Premiere of ‘Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides’ May 7 at Disneyland! - Video

2011-04-05T10:42:00.001-07:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.com Here's the news from the Disney Parks Blog!: Disneyland park will make history on May 7 when we host the first-ever 3D outdoor film premiere of “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides” to benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of America. All of the film’s stars are expected to attend along with many more Hollywood celebrities. The Walt Disney Company is hosting the

Yo ho! Yo ho! It’s 44 years for Pirates at Disneyland Park! * Video

2011-03-18T15:02:00.001-07:00

Disney Parks Blog celebrates the occassion with an article and behind-the-scenes video below."Blimey! Has it really been 44 years since Pirates of the Caribbean opened at Disneyland park? Well, me hearties, it’s true. This classic attraction has been a guest favorite since it opened on March 18, 1967. That’s when the dead men who “tell no tales” started talking. Opening day kicked off

Buena Vista Street in Disney California Adventure - Inside Look

2011-03-16T08:14:00.001-07:00

Here is some amazing info thanks to Disneyland News Today!"We were able to get our hands on several very detailed blueprints that overlook the Buena Vista Street expansion that is currently under construction at Disney California Adventure. Construction has already begun on the first half of Buena Vista Street (Carthay Circle) and is slated to be completed in 2012." Starting off at the

Grand Opening Dates Are Set For Little Mermaid and Star Tours!

2011-03-01T05:53:00.001-08:00

Exciting news from the Disney Parks Blog! Read a portion of their post below: "Grand opening June 3: At Disney California Adventure park, get ready for an all-new voyage with one of Disney’s most beloved characters, Ariel. The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel’s Undersea Adventure will invite guests to take a journey under the sea to experience all the fun and adventures in Ariel’s world. From

The Hoisting of King Triton at The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel’s Undersea Adventure - Video

2011-02-27T08:49:00.001-08:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.com Here's a quick peek of the King Triton statue placement. From the Disney Parks Blog: "King Triton – who is Ariel’s father – has taken his place on top of the main archway in front of the upcoming attraction, The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel’s Undersea Adventure, in Disney California Adventure park. The statue itself is 76 inches tall. You’ll probably recognize

Super Bowl MVP Aaron Rodgers Goes To Disney World! - Video

2011-02-09T07:31:00.001-08:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.comPosted via email from Walt Disney Says...

A Video Looking Back at the Making of Sleeping Beauty Castle Walkthrough

2011-02-04T05:49:00.001-08:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.com Senior publicist at the Disneyland Resort,Shannon Swanson, writes: "Part of my job is to produce videos for the Disney Parks Blog and various Disney websites. I’ve had a lot of fun producing all kinds of videos, but my favorites are the “making of” pieces. Meeting with the Walt Disney Imagineers and documenting their vision from concept drawings to opening day

Monster Mayhem at Disney California Adventure! - Video

2011-02-02T07:31:00.001-08:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.com Excerpted from the Disney Parks Blog. Looks fun! "The lovable monsters from “Monsters, Inc.” are inviting guests to scream, laugh and dance in a 10-minute interactive fun experience called “Monster Mayhem.” It’s a scream! (Note: You really will scream and laugh.) You can see this show Fridays through Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. in front of the

New Disney Park Projection Show Debuts! - Video

2011-01-28T08:52:00.001-08:00

via ocresort.ocregister.com Here's an excerpt as well as video from the OC Register article: "The show is part of Disney parks’ yearlong promotion, “Let the Memories Begin,” to recognize visitors’ recollections of their trips. Visitors also can submit their personal photos and videos on a Disney website. There, Disney chooses some pictures for the park shows and commercials. Walt Disney World is

Only available for 19 1/2 More Hours!

2011-01-19T09:31:00.000-08:00

I thought this deal too good to pass up AND too good not share with you all! I bought one for myself. Buy an Amazon gift card for $10 and use it to purchase anything you'd like for $20 on Amazon's website. ( Perhaps that favorite Disney book you've been lookig at? ;) ) The cool thing about it is it's actually worth $20 and you only spent $10! Share it with three friends who buy one too and

Virtual Tour Video of Walt Disney’s Apartment at Disneyland

2010-12-24T08:54:00.001-08:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.com Here's a great video and post from the Disney Parks Blog. Merry Christmas! "We have a special holiday treat for you today. We’re sharing rare video from inside a place that very few people have seen; a place that cast members fondly call “Walt’s apartment.” It was built on Main Street, U.S.A., for Walt Disney and his family during construction of the theme

Watch Sleeping Beauty’s Winter Castle at Disneyland on Time-Lapse Video

2010-12-02T21:01:00.001-08:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.com Here's a very neat time-lapse video from the Disney Parks Blog! (With accompanying post) "At the end of the video, you saw a quickened version of one of the nighttime light shows. The Sleeping Beauty Winter Castle light show is divided into three “acts” over the course of the evening. Each one begins at the Castle and travels the length of Main Street, U.S.A.,

Behind the Scenes Video: The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh Attraction

2010-11-25T06:57:00.001-08:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.com Posted for your convenience from the DIsney Parks Blog: "After the last guest left Magic Kingdom Park one night last week, Walt Disney Imagineers unveiled some magic. While you slept, they removed construction walls surrounding The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh and gave a first look at their amazing work. The queue and exterior façade for the classic

Meet the AquaDuck Water Coaster! - Video

2010-11-22T06:36:00.001-08:00

via youtube.comHere's a video of the "water" attraction the "AquaDuck" - one of the most exciting features coming to the Disney Dream and the first water coaster aboard a cruise ship.Posted via email from Walt Disney Says...

Behind the Scenes Video: Preparing the Magic Kingdom For Christmas

2010-11-19T06:30:00.001-08:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.com It’s hard to believe but each November our Magic Kingdom Park goes from being decorated for Halloween to Christmas in just days. The transformation is fast and precise. As quickly as a jack-o-lantern is wrapped up for the year, an ornament goes up. And what may look like chaos to you and me, is actually a “choreographed dance” because planning begins in June.

The Story Behind Disney’s Liberty Tree and Horticulture Logo

2010-11-11T07:31:00.001-08:00

Here's a little Disney trivia from the Disney Parks Blog for you all."Over thirty years ago a majestic 130-year-old live oak tree (Quercus virginiana) was found on the eastern part of the Disney property and moved about eight miles to the Magic Kingdom Park. At the time of the move, this enormous tree weighed 38 tons and had a root ball measuring 18-feet by 16-feet by four feet deep.

Neil Patrick Harris Makes New Recordings for California Screamin'

2010-11-09T07:31:00.001-08:00

If you love this attraction as much as I do, here's a little inside info from the Disney Parks Blog you can tell your friends! "On Friday, Guests riding California Screamin’ at Disney California Adventure park may have noticed a familiar new voice as they prepared to board the longest and fastest roller coaster at the Disneyland Resort. Disney Imagineers recently worked with actor Neil Patrick

Decorate a Pumpkin Like the Disneyland Resort Enhancement Team - Video

2010-10-31T09:04:00.001-07:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.com Posted for your convenience is a video and post about the Resort Enhancement Team. "If you haven’t started carving that Halloween pumpkin, here’s a new idea! Have you ever considered turning the pumpkin on its side and using the stem as a nose? That’s a tip from Dave Caranci, a cast member from the Resort Enhancement Team at the Disneyland Resort who often thinks

Watch the Air Force Thunderbirds Fly Over Cinderella Castle- Video

2010-10-29T07:27:00.001-07:00

Wow, check out this video and post below from the Disney Parks Blog! It gave me the chills when I watched it. "Now there’s something you don’t see every day at Walt Disney World Resort. That’s the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds flying over Main Street U.S.A. and Cinderella Castle to commemorate the start of “Air Force Week” in Central Florida. The Air Force’s official fighter

Discounts for Military Personnel at Disney Parks!

2010-10-28T07:22:00.001-07:00

Important info below from the OC Register worth passing on!"Military personnel can get discounts of more than half off on Disneyland Resort park passes under a new promotion. Three-day “park hopper” passes cost $99 each under the deal. At the door, three-day passes are usually $206 each for adults. Park hoppers allow visitors to go to both Disneyland Resort parks — Disneyland and Disney

Video of the new Disney Dance Crew at CA Adventure

2010-10-23T08:02:00.001-07:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.com Here's a fun video and post from the Disney Parks Blog: "Beginning October 22, the Disney Dance Crew will start shaking things up at the Hollywood Backlot Stage in Disney California Adventure park. Disney Dance Crew is a live, 10-minute performance for the entire family that features contemporary remixes and mash-ups of popular Disney songs, and dancers

Photos On the Set of Star Tours with C-3PO

2010-10-15T13:00:00.001-07:00

As posted on the Disney Parks Blog: "Things are very busy in the world of Star Tours, both here in California and in Florida as well! A few weeks ago I shared a first look at two new characters joining Star Tours, and today, I want to take you behind the scenes and show you what we were working on back in April 2009. We occupied a large soundstage in Hollywood to film a key sequence of

Video of Disney Archives founder who retires today

2010-10-15T09:11:00.001-07:00

via ocresort.ocregister.com Here's a real nice article from the OC Register about Dave Smith: Dave Smith, the founder and head of the Disney Archives will dig into the archives for the last time when he retires Friday (today). “I will take a lot of memories with me,” said Smith during a recent interview at the Walt Disney Co.’’s headquarters in Burbank. A new head takes over Monday to

Video Highlights of Mickey’s Halloween Party

2010-10-12T08:14:00.001-07:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.com Here is a video of highlights from Mickey’s Halloween Party from the Disney Parks Blog posted here for your convenience. Posted via email from Walt Disney Says...

Happy 55th Disneyland Hotel!

2010-10-07T08:03:00.001-07:00

Here's the article and photos as reported by the OC Register: The Disneyland Hotel celebrated Tuesday the 55th anniversary of opening, which came about three months after the park began. The venue was the first major hotel in Orange County, opening with just 104 rooms. Now, the hotel has 969 rooms and is owned by the Disney company. Disney released a 1961 photo, showing the Monorail track that

Become A Star of TV Ads, Castle Show In Walt Disney World and Disneyland ‘Let the Memories Begin’

2010-09-24T08:35:00.001-07:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.com This just in from Disney Parks Blog! "Disney Parks has officially launched “Let the Memories Begin” – our special celebration of family vacations and magical memories. And yes, you’re going to be the star. For the first time, your home videos and snapshots will be featured in Disney television ads and other print and online communications. To kick things off, we

Halloween Time Returns to Disneyland Resort Sep. 17 - Video

2010-09-06T09:30:00.001-07:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.com As posted by the Disney Park Blog: "As summer winds down and kids head back to school, it won’t be long before they start thinking about trick-or-treating, Halloween parties and costumes. The Halloween Time celebration kicks off at Disneyland Resort September 17, with more tricks, treats and family fun. If you’re not quite sure how to celebrate this year, there

Ride aboard Walt's favorite part of the SF&D railroad - Carolwood Foundation Fall 2010 Rail Trip

2010-09-05T04:27:00.001-07:00

Carolwood Foundation Announces Details of Fall 2010 Rail Trip The Carolwood Foundation is excited to announce the Fall 2010 Rail Trip on October 30 and 31. This excursion will feature some of the elements that made our Spring 2010 event wildly successful -- outstanding guest speakers, tantalizing cuisine, excellent company, all aboard beautifully restored private railcars. But what will

Disneyland Sign Shop Behind-the-Scenes - Video

2010-09-01T08:05:00.001-07:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.com Posted for your convenience from Disney Parks Blog, August 31, 2010 by Betsy Sanchez, Manager of Media Relations, Disneyland Resort: "If you’ve ever been to Disneyland Park, you’ve undoubtedly used a sign or two to get you from land to land! As I continue to show you the Disneyland Resort through the work and eyes of our cast, I’d like you to meet some of the

New Music and "Starry-O-Phonic" Sound for Space Mountain at Walt Disney World!

2010-08-30T09:10:00.001-07:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.com As reported by the Disney Parks Blog: "Listen up Space Mountain fans, there’s a new addition to the Walt Disney World Resort attraction that just may be music to your ears. It’s an enhanced audio experience with sounds you’ve never heard before. Walt Disney Imagineering has added a new composition that’s exclusive to the attraction at Magic Kingdom Park that

Behind-the-Scenes: 'It's a Small World' Topiaries « Video

2010-08-20T13:05:00.001-07:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.com A video of topiary Disney Magic! The following excerpt from The Disney Parks Blog: "The video below gives a behind-the-scenes look at how the Disneyland Resort Topiary Engineer maintains the zebra at “it’s a small world.” You’ll want to watch the video through the end to catch a few tips on how to grow your own topiary, and we hope the surprise ending puts a

Last Flight to Endor Event Fireworks Show! - Video

2010-08-17T22:51:00.000-07:00

Here's a video of the Star Wars themed fireworks show at the August 14th Last Flight to Endor Star Wars event at Disney's Hollywood Studios.

Happy 55th Anniversary Dumbo the Flying Elephant! « Video

2010-08-17T10:12:00.001-07:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.com The following excerpt from by Valarie Sukovaty, Disneyland Public Relations: "Dumbo the Flying Elephant is like Sleeping Beauty Castle. It is so iconic that when you see it, you know you’re looking at some place inside Disneyland park. It’s one of our classics, dating back 55 years ago. In fact, it debuted almost exactly a month after opening day on August 16,

Sneak Peak of New Star Tours Video!

2010-08-13T12:39:00.001-07:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.com Sneak peak posted for your convenience from the Disney Parks Blog of the video that will be featured in the queue of the reimagined Star Tours attraction.Posted via email from Walt Disney Says...

Mosaic Map of Disneyland a Winner at OC Fair - Video

2010-08-08T12:43:00.001-07:00

via ocresort.ocregister.comHere's the story from Mark Eades, Orange Country Register. "It’s a mosaic map of Disneyland and it won a blue ribbon at the Orange County Fair. Roe Weatherspoon of Fullerton created the map on top of a used table she bought at a store. She says she tried to include pins of nearly every attraction at the theme park, including some no longer there."Posted via email

‘PeopleMover’ is Back at Disney World!

2010-08-06T10:56:00.001-07:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.comYay! The PeopleMover" returns as reported below by the Disney Parks Blog: Not sure whether it’s a case of back to the future or forward to the past or the past meets the present, but: a long-running Tomorrowland attraction is getting a new (well, sort of new) name … As of today, Tomorrowland Transit Authority, the “super skyway” that allows guests a glimpse of a

Buy your passes before Thursday-Disneyland raising prices!

2010-08-03T17:51:00.001-07:00

Important info from Sarah Tully direct from the OC Register Disney Blog: Disneyland Resort is raising prices for park tickets, annual passes and parking effective Thursday. Visitors will pay $76 to visit a single Disneyland Resort park — either Disneyland or Disney California Adventure — for one day. That is $4 more than the current price. Disneyland last raised single-day ticket prices a

A Look at ‘World of Color’ from 1,800 Feet Up! - Video

2010-08-03T09:15:00.001-07:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.com Have you seen this video from The Disney Parks Blog? Wow! Posted by Heather Hust Rivera, Manager, Print and Social Media, Disneyland Resort: "The footage was shot from a fixed-wing aircraft recently at approximately 1,800 feet above Disney California Adventure park. I particularly like the wide shot where you can see Glow Fest, “World of Color,” and the

Happy 55th Birthday Disneyland! - Video

2010-07-18T15:16:00.001-07:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.com Posted for your convenience a touching video from Disney Parks Blog with accompanying text. "Celebrating Walt’s Dream 55 Years Later" posted on July 17th, 2010 by Valarie Sukovaty, Disneyland Public Relations July 17, 1955 – That’s the day Walt Disney opened the gates to Disneyland park. Now, here we are, 55 years later still celebrating his amazing dream. I

Now get your Disney World annual pass on a monthly payment plan!

2010-06-25T08:52:00.001-07:00

via thedailydisney.com Good news and explanation as reported by the Orlando Sentinel!: Walt Disney World has begun selling annual passes that can be paid for in monthly installments, a tactic that has been credited with helping Disneyland sign up record numbers of passholders in California. The payment option is available for Florida residents who purchase new annual passes, which range in

Watch Disney World of Color premiere online tonight!

2010-06-10T07:15:00.001-07:00

via ocresort.freedomblogging.com Posted this morning by the Orange County Register: Disney’s premiere party for the “World of Color” show is an invitation-only event. But anyone with a web connection can watch the first official show online Thursday night. A webcast of the show at Disney California Adventure is set for 8:45 p.m. on www.ustream.tv/worldofcolor. Celebrities are set to walk a red

Backstage again at the Disneyland Roundhouse - Video

2010-06-08T07:19:00.001-07:00

via ocresort.freedomblogging.com Once again, the Orange County Register takes us backstage to the Disneyland Roundhouse! Mark Eades writes: "Every night in the Roundhouse at the Disneyland Resort, Disneyland Railroad’s maintenance crew gives its steam engines and passenger cars a detailed inspection to keep them in top running shape. By watching the way they do their jobs you can tell its

Main Street Electrical Parade Returns! - Video

2010-06-05T10:42:00.001-07:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.com Here's some video from the DisneyParks Blog of The Main Street Electrical Parade which officially begins it's run tomorrow at the Magic Kingdom Park! Posted via web from Walt Disney Says...

Running Disneyland Railroad Part 2 - Video

2010-06-04T09:03:00.001-07:00

via ocresort.freedomblogging.com Here's part 2, embedded for your convenience. Wonderful behind the scenes stuff from Mark Eades, Orange County Register. He writes: "It takes more than the push of a button at Disneyland to run the steam engines on the narrow gauge Disneyland Railroad. Because they are authentic steam-powered locomotives, it takes a fireman and an engineer. The conductor of

Disneyland Railroad fires up every morning! - Behind-the-Scenes Video

2010-06-02T07:57:00.001-07:00

via ocresort.freedomblogging.com Here is a wonderful behind the-scenes video From the Orange County Register I've posted for your convenience as well as the accompanying post below: Each morning at Disneyland, engineers arrive at the roundhouse before the sun rises to fire up Disneyland Railroad’s steam engines. But first there is a complete, extensive inspection before the bio-diesel-fueled

Disney ride opens early with new Silly Symphony Theme

2010-06-01T08:22:00.001-07:00

Visitors are getting an early chance to ride a revamped swing attraction with a Mickey Mouse theme at Disney’s California Adventure. The Silly Symphony Swings had a “soft opening” on Friday — two weeks before the official grand opening of the re-themed ride. A guest relations official said he was unsure if the ride would be open again Saturday. Disney redid the swing ride as part of the

‘World of Color’ – Behind the H2O - Video

2010-05-25T08:49:00.001-07:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.com Great behind-the-scenes stuff from Disney Parks Blog! Posted via web from Walt Disney Says...

Nice mention on Vintage Mama blog

2010-05-22T01:39:00.000-07:00

WDS got a nice mention over at Vintage Mama blog. Wow, thanks VM!

Signs of the Times - 40 Years of Disneyland Marquees

2010-05-22T00:05:00.001-07:00

For more than 40 years, the large marquee outside Disneyland was often your first clue that you had arrived somewhere different — you had finally arrived at Disneyland! Here’s a look back at the Southern California icon. Above is the original 1958 marquee as it appeared in 1976. A new electronic marquee arrived in 1989, briefly sharing the spotlight with its predecessor during

Good News for Residents Near Disneyland Resort! - Summer Pass

2010-05-21T09:39:00.001-07:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.com Posted on May 21st, 2010 by Heather Hust Rivera, Manager, Print and Social Media, Disneyland Resort The Summer Pass is good for three park visits to either Disneyland park or Disney’s California Adventure park (one park per day) within a 45-day period, for residents residing in zip codes 90000 through 93599, and 21000- 22999. For $108, or $36 per visit, guests will

Behind the Scenes: 120-Ton Winnie the Pooh Tree Relocated at Walt Disney World - Video

2010-05-19T07:36:00.001-07:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.com Woh - watch this! Posted via web from Walt Disney Says...

Disneyland Park Balloon Magic - Fun Video!

2010-05-18T07:40:00.001-07:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.com Posted on May 17th, 2010 by Valarie Sukovaty, Disneyland Public Relations, Disney Parks Blog Balloons have been a guest favorite since day one, literally. Disneyland has been selling balloons in the Park since 1955. So, how does that cool Mickey Mouse-shaped balloon get inside that clear balloon? It takes skill. And how do the vendors hold all those balloons

Get free ice cream at Downtown Disney! Tuesday - May 18

2010-05-18T07:25:00.001-07:00

via ocresort.freedomblogging.com This just in From the Orange County register. Somebody say "Yum"!: May 18th, 2010, 6:00 am · posted by Sarah Tully Visitors to Downtown Disney can get free scoops of ice cream on Tuesday (today), according to the Register’s OC Deals blog. Haagen-Dazs stores, including the Anaheim location, are giving away free ice cream in honor of the chain’s 50th anniversary.

Another behind-the-scenes look at Disneyland's new river - Cool Map

2010-05-06T08:25:00.001-07:00

Disneyland’s main waterway has always been called the Rivers of America, but it wasn’t clear what the name meant. “We’ve never even named the rivers,” said Kim Irvine, art director of Walt Disney Imagineering. For the first time, the body of water around Tom Sawyer Island will have distinct sections designed to look like four U.S. river regions: the Mississippi, the Columbia, the Potomac

50 Days of Free Song Downloads From Walt Disney Records

2010-05-05T07:17:00.001-07:00

When you wish upon a star, dreams do come true…especially if you are wishing for FREE downloads of 50 Disney tunes over 50 days. Walt Disney Records is offering the deal to those who follow Disney on Facebook or Twitter. The promo started Monday and continues for 50 days. Tunes come from Disney Channel original flicks like “Camp Rock” and “High School Musical,” Disney Channel TV hits including “

Disney turns on the hose and refills Rivers of America - Video

2010-05-04T07:38:00.001-07:00

via ocresort.freedomblogging.com As posted by Mark Eades, Orange Count Register: With the help of what looks like a fire company’s hose, Disney began re-filling the Rivers of America on Monday. “Look, they’re refilling it,” said one mother to her daughter as they peeked through the temporary fence Disneyland set up in front of New Orleans Square around the famous waterway surrounding Tom

Stage Set For World Of Color! - Behind the scenes video

2010-05-01T09:23:00.000-07:00

Here's a video that takes us inside the control booth as Walt Disney Imagineers work overnight testing lights, fire and nearly 1,200 fountains for the new nighttime spectacular “World of Color.” You’ll also see some exclusive footage from their time lapse camera and more glimpses of the show. “World of Color” is set to debut on June 11. Enjoy, courtesy of Disney Parks Blog.

Summer Nightastic! is Back at Disneyland

2010-04-29T13:37:00.001-07:00

As posted on the Disney Parks Blog: "We’ve been sharing a lot of information about “World of Color” in the past couple months, and if you’re planning to come see the new water spectacular when it debuts June 11 you might also like to know about Summer Nightastic! Our summer line-up of popular shows and after dark entertainment runs June 11 through Aug. 29. Here’s the rundown: “

Workers find unusual items in Disneyland river

2010-04-29T08:03:00.001-07:00

via ocresort.freedomblogging.com From the Orange County Register, April 29th, 2010, Posted by Sarah Tully Disneyland last drained its Rivers of America seven years ago, so workers found a lot of accumulated stuff when it drained the green-dyed waterway in January. But the most unusual item by far was a computer tower, said Dan Chambers, a project manager at Disneyland. Workers are unsure how the

Captain EO Returns to Walt Disney World Resort!

2010-04-28T09:25:00.001-07:00

Yes, you read right…the classic 3-D film experience “Captain EO” is coming back to Walt Disney World Resort this summer just months after it reopened to rave reviews at Disneyland park. The 17-minute musical space-fantasy adventure film is now scheduled to begin at Epcot on July 2. I remember enjoying “Captain EO” during its original run at Epcot from 1986 -1994. But for some of

Disney Report: ‘Little Mermaid’ ride goes up

2010-04-22T07:51:00.001-07:00

Around Disney’s Trip Report takes a look at what’s new at the Disneyland Resort. This week’s trip report highlights the latest construction on the upcoming “Little Mermaid” dark ride, a piece of the Red Car trolleys revealed and more. Click on the photos for larger images. Voyage of the Little Mermaid Vertical construction has begun on “The Little Mermaid”-themed dark ride, titled

Disneyland gives free passes to stuck travelers (Around Disney : The OC Register)

2010-04-20T15:35:00.001-07:00

The Disneyland Resort is giving free theme-park tickets to tourists who are stranded in the area because of canceled flights tied to the erupting volcano in Iceland. Travelers can get free tickets to Disneyland Resort parks on Tuesday (today) and Wednesday only, said Betsy Sanchez, a resort spokeswoman. Disneyland Resort quietly began offering the passes to people who requested them in the past

Disney offering free passes to travelers stranded by volcano

2010-04-19T15:54:00.001-07:00

Passing on important info!:Featured, Jason Garcia, News — By Jason Garcia on April 19, 2010 at 4:40 pm Walt Disney World said this afternoon that it has decided to offer free admission to travelers stuck in Orlando, as flights to and from Europe continue to be canceled because of an erupting volcano in Iceland. Disney said it will offer one-day park hoppers on both Tuesday and Wednesday

Dancing Mickey Mouse (once again!) at D-Street in Downtown Disney, Florida

2010-04-17T07:02:00.001-07:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.com Yes, it all started with a mouse. And along the way, he's learned some new moves! Below was posted on April 16th, 2010 by Thomas Smith, Social Media Director, Disney Parks at Disney Parks Blog: "Here’s how you start a weekend – it’s dancing Mickey Mouse and friends at the opening of D-Street in Downtown Disney West Side in Florida. The doors officially opened today

Mickey Mouse Bustin' A Move!

2010-04-12T10:08:00.001-07:00

Found this rare video of Mickey Dancing at Walt Disney World on http://disneyparks.disney.go.com Posted via web from Walt Disney Says...

Walt Disney in a Home Movie at DisneyLand - 1956

2010-04-09T08:52:00.001-07:00

via vimeo.com Through a "post of a post" I found this video that I just had to share! Quite a gem!Jeff Altman, the owner of this visual trip back in time writes: "Shot by my grandfather on his Bell & Howell Filmo using 16mm Kodachrome film stock. This footage was taken a year after the California theme park opened. It was quite a surprise going through this and seeing my grandmother meeting

Have You Seen the Magic Kingdom Frontierland Hoedown?

2010-04-09T06:57:00.001-07:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.comPosted on April 8th, 2010 by Thomas Smith, Social Media Director, Disney Parks. He writes: "I have fond memories of Frontierland Hoedown at Magic Kingdom Park and there’s a chance you do too. It’s been part of the park experience over the years. Frontierland Hoedown Happening is the latest installment…and yes, you can be part of the show. The action begins

See The Special Peter Pan Exhibit at The Walt Disney Family Museum Apr 7 - June 27

2010-04-08T08:52:00.001-07:00

(April 7, 2010) Peter Pan, a story which captivated the imagination of Walt Disney as early as 1935, will be showcased in a special exhibition at The Walt Disney Family Museum from April 7 – June 27, 2010. The feature-length animated film, released in 1953, will also be celebrated as the Museum’s film of the month in May. Highlights of the exhibition include 16 original concept drawings by

Was Sedona Disney's inspiration for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad?

2010-04-07T11:55:00.001-07:00

A Mom and The Mouse, Featured, Kristin Ford — By Kristin Ford on April 6, 2010 at 12:05 am This view from Submarine Rock in Sedona's famous red rocks looks at Capitol Butte, which is now better known as Thunder Mountain because it was said to inspire Walt Disney to create Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. (Kristin Ford/Orlando Sentinel)On a jeep tour of Sedona’s red rocks during the weekend,

Space Shuttle Discovery Soars Over Cinderella Castle!

2010-04-05T10:30:00.001-07:00

Absolutely amazing photo of Space Shuttle launch this morning! Posted on April 5th, 2010 by Thomas Smith, Social Media Director, Disney Parks Photo by: Kent Phillips, DisneyParksBlogPosted via web from Walt Disney Says...

TRON wrapped monorail at Walt Disney World - A Short Video Look!

2010-04-02T08:17:00.001-07:00

First posted by Attractions Magazine's YouTube Channel - Disney's 3D sci-fi adventure film "TRON: Legacy" doesn't debut in theaters until December, but guests at Walt Disney World in Florida can see a bit of the TRON universe zipping high above their heads. Renderings of yellow and blue light cycles have transformed one of the trains on Walt Disney World's legendary monorail line. A blue

World of Color testing - Great Pics from Orange County Register!

2010-03-29T08:51:00.001-07:00

Around Disney’s Trip Report takes a look at what’s new at the Disneyland Resort. This week’s trip report highlights World of Color testing, Paradise Pier’s new spot on a Disney pin and more. Click on the photos for larger images.World of Color Paradise Bay is busy at night as employees test the lights and fountains to be used in the World of Color in Disney’s California Adventure. The show is

Construction picks up at Walt Disney World

2010-03-25T12:28:00.001-07:00

Featured, Jason Garcia, News — By Jason Garcia on March 25, 2010 at 1:59 pm In this view from the Western Beltway, S.R. 429, landscaping continues at the entrance to Flamingo Crossings, on the western edge of Walt Disney World, along the S.R. 429. (Joe Burbank, Orlando Sentinel) After a long decline, the new year has brought a construction uptick to Walt Disney World. Building permit activity

Disney World monorail train gets Tron makeover

2010-03-19T16:37:00.001-07:00

via thedailydisney.com BY DEWAYNE BEVIL ON MARCH 19, 2010 AT 1:19 PM Walt Disney World has introduced a new look to one of its monorail trains. The redesign is temporary and touts the upcoming film Tron: Legacy, which is a sequel to the 1982 Disney film Tron. The new movie, starring Jeff Bridges, Bruce Boxleitner, Olivia Wilde and John Hurt, is expected to be released in December. In the

Last chance to see Disney’s Electrical Parade at DCA

2010-03-18T12:45:00.001-07:00

via ocresort.freedomblogging.com March 18th, 2010, 8:28 am · posted by Sarah Tully Disney’s Electrical Parade will begin its last run in Disney’s California Adventure starting this weekend. After spring break, Disney plans to ship the light-covered floats and costumes to Walt Disney World in Florida, where the parade will appear this summer. “We are hopeful that we will get it back eventually,

New Disneyland Resort president gives inside look

2010-03-17T16:21:00.001-07:00

Posted by Sarah Tully via ocresort.freedomblogging.com Five weeks into his job leading the Disneyland Resort, George Kalogridis traded in his suit and tie for a white custodial uniform. On Thanksgiving, Kalogridis emptied trash cans, swept litter along a parade route and sorted recyclable plastic and glass from the garbage in Disneyland. He answered visitors’ questions about parade times

Richard Sherman sings Walt Disney’s favorite song

2010-03-12T21:08:00.001-08:00

March 12th, 2010, 2:30 pm · Posted by Mark Eades As part of Disneyland’s unveiling of the window on Main Street U.S.A. honoring Richard and Robert Sherman — composers of “it’s a small world” and many other famous tunes — Richard Sherman took to the piano and sang what he said was “Walt’s favorite song.” Watch the video and listen to “Feed the Birds” from the Academy Award-winning

‘Disney Premier Passport’ Unveiled

2010-03-11T12:52:00.001-08:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.comPosted on March 10th, 2010 by Thomas Smith, Social Media Director, Disney Parks: Breaking news…we just announced during Disney’s annual shareholders meeting that a new premium annual pass for admission to the parks at both Disneyland Resort and the Walt Disney World Resort will be offered beginning Thursday. It’s called “Disney Premier Passport” and it’ll feature

Previewing Cars Land at California Adventure

2010-03-06T08:58:00.001-08:00

via ocresort.freedomblogging.com March 5th, 2010, 7:31 pm · posted by Mark Eades Construction is well underway at the Disneyland Resort for the addition of Cars Land to Disney’s California Adventure. The 12-acre addition will include three new attractions based on the Disney/Pixar animated film “Cars.” One of the attractions will take riders on a high-speed race around Radiator Springs,

Disneyland Park to Honor Writers of “It’s A Small World”

2010-03-05T06:59:00.001-08:00

via disneyparks.disney.go.comWe’ve all heard it and we’ve all sung it and that’s what makes “it’s a small world” one of the most translated and performed songs on earth. Richard and Robert Sherman are the talented brothers who wrote the famous tune that you can’t get out of your head. You’ve probably also heard their other wonderful pieces of work throughout Disneyland park – past and present:

Disney World: 2010 Epcot International Flower & Garden Fest Opens

2010-03-03T13:38:00.001-08:00

Now in bloom: Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival opensDewayne Bevil, Featured, Park Tips, Pictures — By Dewayne Bevil on March 3, 2010 at 2:30 pm One of the new topiaries this year represents Vidia, the fastest flyer of the Disney Fairies.I wish I could say spring was in the air this morning for the official opening day of the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival, but

A magical peek inside Disneyland’s Magic Shop

2010-03-02T07:36:00.001-08:00

via ocresort.freedomblogging.comThe Disneyland Magic Shop got a new operator late last year when Houdini’s Magic Shop was picked to take over operations. The first thing Geno Munari, the founder of Houdini’s, did was to bring in several certified magicians to entertain guests in the shop. But the magician’s do more than entertain, they also sell the magic tricks and if a park guest purchases

Baby gorilla debuts at Disney's Animal Kingdom

2010-03-01T11:59:00.001-08:00

via thedailydisney.com This may be the smallest gorilla you’re ever going to see. The newborn, arriving Feb. 19, 2010, is the latest addition to Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The baby was born to first-time mother Kashata and remains naturally clingy. So much so that Disney officials aren’t sure of the baby’s gender yet. You might spot Kashata and child (name to be determined) along the Pangani

Main Street Electrical Parade Delights Again as Walt Disney World Resort Launches ‘Summer Nightastic!’

2010-03-01T08:23:00.001-08:00

via orlandosavings.com The “Main Street Electrical Parade” lights up the streets of Magic Kingdom and headlines a season of after-dark excitement coming to Walt Disney World Resort. “After the sun goes down, our Walt Disney World parks will light up the night with ‘Summer Nightastic!’, ” announced Meg Crofton, president of Walt Disney World Resort, at a media event Wednesday. Disney magic

New Epcot Center Exibit - Take a Nanooze Break

2010-02-25T08:19:00.001-08:00

via nsf.govFebruary 24, 2010 A new long-term exhibition at the Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fl., will bring visitors face to face with the nanoworld. Housed in the Innoventions pavilion at Epcot Center, the exhibition Take a Nanooze Break features a series of interactive, continually updated displays that allow visitors to manipulate models of molecules, study everyday items

Disney Trip Report: Rivers, Paradise Pier additions - Around Disney

2010-02-24T08:11:00.001-08:00

Around Disney's Trip Report takes a look at what's new at the Disneyland Resort. This week's trip report highlights a new bridge in Frontierland, the drained river in Disneyland, the continuing progress on California Adventure's $1 billion expansion project and more. Click on the photos for larger images. The bridge connecting Disneyland's "Hub" to Frontierland has reopened with a new design.

Live at Disneyland: Fans in line for ‘Captain EO’

2010-02-23T07:58:00.001-08:00

via ocresort.freedomblogging.comAs of 6 a.m., about 35 people were in line to see the Michael Jackson film, “Captain EO,” on its first day back at Disneyland. By 7, another 25 had jumped in line. The first showing of the return of the 3-D movie is set for 10 a.m. at the Tomorrowland theater, where it played from 1986 to 1997. Although the park opens at 9:30 a.m., Disney officials are

Will Disney World passholders be able to pay in monthly installments?

2010-02-23T06:48:00.001-08:00

Will Disney World passholders be able to pay in monthly installments? (Walt Disney World photo)Could it be true? Are Walt Disney World passholders finally going to be offered a payment plan? Dedicated Disney-goers have been lamenting the inability to finance such a large entertainment purchase ever since neighboring Universal Studios and SeaWorld implemented their monthly options. The folks at

Previewing The Little Mermaid attraction at California Adventure

2010-02-19T20:21:00.001-08:00

via ocresort.freedomblogging.comThere is lots of construction activity at Disney’s California Adventure as workers continue to build new attractions at the Disneyland Resort’s theme park. One of the new attractions under construction is The Little Mermaid: Ariel’s Undersea Adventure. The attraction is part of the theme park’s more than billion dollar expansion that started with the addition of

Capt. EO returns Tuesday to Disneyland

2010-02-19T17:21:00.001-08:00

via ocresort.freedomblogging.comMichael Jackson’s “Captain EO” returns to Disneyland Tuesday, Disney announced this afternoon. The first showing of the 3D film starring the late King of Pop is set for 10 a.m. Disney is not sure how long the 18-minute movie will be shown at the park in what used to be know as The Magic Eye Theater in Tomorrowland. It will be shown every 20 minutes. “It

Woman shares home with 600-plus Donald Ducks

2010-02-18T11:31:00.001-08:00

via ocregister.comHUNTINGTON BEACH – Carol Griffith can't put her finger on why, but one thing is certain when she hits Main Street U.S.A. at Disneyland: She's on a mission to find the one Donald Duck collectible she doesn't already own among the almost 700 that have crowded an entire room of her house for the past 25 years. Carol Griffith, of Huntington Beach, has a huge collection of Donald

Avril Lavigne - Music Video - Alice (Underground)

2010-02-17T19:56:00.001-08:00

via youtube.comFrom the soundtrack 'Almost Alice' for Tim Burtons Alice in Wonderland. The end credit track Alice (Underground) written by Avril Lavigne and produced by Butch Walker. Coming to the big screen in Disney Digital 3D™ on March 5, 2010, ALICE IN WONDERLAND is an epic 3D fantasy adventure starring JOHNNY DEPP as the Mad Hatter and MIA WASIKOWSKA as 19-year-old Alice, who returns

A Look Inside The Lilly Belle

2010-02-13T08:26:00.000-08:00

Here's a look inside the "Lily Belle" Walt named in honor of his wife as posted in the Disney Parks Blog.

Year In Review: Headlines from the Disneyland Resort 2009

2009-12-30T07:16:00.000-08:00

Here's a review of the busy and exciting year at The Disneyland resort as reported on the Disney Parks Blog.

Even Greater Moments With Mr. Lincoln!

2009-12-21T14:59:00.000-08:00

Great Moments with Mr. Lincolna beloved Disneyland attraction for nearly 45 years and a historic landmark in the development of Audio-Animatronics technology, reopened Dec. 18, 2009 on Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneylandin Anaheim, Calif.