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Three Disney Attractions We Liked Better Before They Were “Improved”

June 1, 2019 by Debra Martin Koma

Over the years, our favorite attractions at the Disney Parks are bound to change, and the Imagineers have tinkered with many beloved attractions to "reimagine" them. Here are three that have left us crying, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it!"

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It’s Hard To Believe These Disney Pictures Were Only 10 Years Ago

April 24, 2019 by Debra Martin Koma

The Disney Parks are constantly evolving - nothing stays the same for too long. Still, it's hard to believe these photos were taken just 10 years ago.

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Forgotten Little Extras That Disney Should Totally Bring Back

March 19, 2019 by Debra Martin Koma

Over the years, Disney World has discontinued many of the unique touches that made a Disney vacation even more special. Here are our thoughts on five of those "little things" that we'd like to see them bring back!

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9 Reasons People Keep Going Back to Walt Disney World

March 9, 2019 by Sierra Vieregge

Here are just a few reasons we believe people return to Walt Disney World again and again, even if they've been many, many times before.

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Now Hear This: Which Sounds Remind You of Disney?

November 2, 2018 by Debra Martin Koma

The sounds of Disney are powerful and can stir up so many emotions and memories. We take a look at some of the most unforgettable Disney sounds.

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The Classic Disney World Attractions We Miss the Most

October 30, 2018 by Sarah Sands

Many attractions have come and gone at Walt Disney World over the years. Here we list some of our favorites that we still miss the most!

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You can learn a lot by leafing through decades-old Disney magazines

August 20, 2018 by Chuck Schmidt

A magazine advertisement for Eastern Airlines, which was the official airline of Walt Disney World when the resort opened in 1971. [Chuck Schmidt] “You can observe a lot by watching.” So said the great American philosopher, Lawrence Peter [Yogi] Berra. Most of us have Disney books and magazines tucked away somewhere. Some are probably years, … Continue reading "You can learn a lot by leafing through decades-old Disney magazines"

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A Stroll Down Memory Lane… Magic Kingdom 1973

March 21, 2018 by Debra Martin Koma

Recently, my husband and I did some home renovations, which led us to clearing out a lot of closets and throwing out a lot of old junk. Wow, it’s amazing what you accumulate after you’ve lived somewhere for 25 years! In the midst of Operation: Purge, my husband decided it was time to finally convert … Continue reading "A Stroll Down Memory Lane… Magic Kingdom 1973"

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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from AllEars!

December 25, 2016 by AllEars

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS Mickey Mouse in the 1972 Christmas Parade at the Magic Kingdom

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Guide Maps: A Roadmap Through Disney Parks History

July 25, 2016 by Chuck Schmidt

In a recent AllEars.Net blog, I alluded to my odd quirk of getting my hands on guide maps each and every time I enter a Disney theme park. I will usually grab three — one for actual use during the visit, another to save for posterity and a third one just in case something happens … Continue reading "Guide Maps: A Roadmap Through Disney Parks History"

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