Toy Story Land Model Now On Display at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Earlier this week, Walt Disney Presents, a re-imagined version of the One Man’s Dream attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, officially opened its doors to offer a new look at the past, present and future of Disney Parks. One of the exciting pieces of the “future”...
Five Highlights from the Career of Francis Xavier Atencio
When hinges creak in doorless chambers, and strange and frightening sounds echo through the halls...Whenever candlelights flicker where the air is deathly still...That is the time when ghosts are present, practicing their terror with ghoulish delight.... With these...
Five Facts About the Career of Disney Legend Thurl Ravenscroft
The bass voice of Thurl Ravenscroft echoes through the corridors of Disney history. Named a Disney Legend in 1995, Ravenscroft worked with the company for six decades. He lent his talents to the Disney Parks, films, records, and television programs. He provided vocals...
Ten Things You May Not Know About Buzz Lightyear
1. When it was decided that the character of Buzz Lightyear would be an astronaut, his original name was Lunar Larry—not the most heroic name. But it could have been worse. Before the astronaut idea came about, he was initially going to be Tinny, the title character...
Our Five Favorite Things About Autumn at Walt Disney World
As we wrap up our Labor Day weekend festivities and kids head back to school, our thoughts turn to the coming of fall...and cooler temperatures, changing leaves (well, up north anyway), and lots of holiday Disney magic. The Autumn season brings lots of changes and...
Five Facts About Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride
For 27 years, guests to Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom could take a helter skelter drive with J. Thaddeus Toad through the world of Kenneth Grahame’s “The Wind in the Willows”. Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride, located in Fantasyland, was one of Walt Disney World’s 1971...
5 Things We’ll Miss About Ellen’s Energy Adventure
Earlier this month, the Universe of Energy closed its doors to make way for a new Guardians of the Galaxy-themed attraction announced at D23. Though often overlooked in favor of headliner attractions like Soarin' and Test Track, the Universe of Energy was an...
5 Fun Facts About Walt Disney World’s Pleasure Island
In 1989, Walt Disney World debuted a new character. He did not appear in Disney film or cartoon, but existed solely in the newly unveiled Pleasure Island. His name was Merriweather Adam Pleasure, an eccentric titan of industry and inventor who came to Lake Buena...
5 Little Known Facts About the Totem Poles of Walt Disney World
Earlier this year, Epcot’s Canada Pavilion debuted two new totem poles carved by Tsimshian artist David A. Boxley. Each tells a cultural story, one about Eagle and another about Killer Whale, both prominent figures in the tribal legends of the Pacific Northwest. The...
Take a Tour of the Grand Villas at Copper Creek Villas & Cabins
Just a few weeks ago, Walt Disney World Resort welcomed Guests and Disney Vacation Club Members to Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. This new resort offers five unique accommodation types, including Deluxe Studios, 1- and 2-Bedroom Villas,...