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How Did Walt Disney’s Mom Die?

August 3, 2023 by Brian Delpozo

What really happened to Walt Disney's mother Flora.

Imagineers’ Recent Trip To New Orleans Is Another Example Of Their Boots-On-The-Ground Quest For Authenticity

July 10, 2023 by Chuck Schmidt

One of the most important tools used by the members of Walt Disney Imagineering in creating cutting-edge attractions and adventures is – believe it or not – hitting the road. A recent trip by a group of Disney Imagineers to New Orleans is just another example of the Imagineers' commitment to authenticity.

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RETURN TO DISNEYLAND: California Adventure has finally hit its stride

February 27, 2023 by Chuck Schmidt

Funny thing about Disney theme parks: Historically, it takes a bit of time before they catch on with the public. Disney’s California Adventure, which opened in February of 2001 across a newly constructed esplanade from Disneyland Park, was no stranger to this phenomenon. After a massive overhaul, DCA has finally hit its stride.

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VIDEOS: Magic Kingdom Fireworks Add NEW Projections to Honor Walt Disney

August 22, 2022 by Kelly Oliveros

A NEW segment has been added to the Magic Kingdom fireworks and we got the chance to see it!

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SAILING WITH DISNEY, PART 1: Walt, The Train Guy, Takes To The High Seas

April 18, 2022 by Chuck Schmidt

Sailing vessels – from cartoon props to park attractions to resort launches to majestic ocean liners – have been woven into the fabric of the Disney experience almost from the day Mickey Mouse was created. Whether it’s the rickety wooden boat piloted by Mickey in the 1928 animated classic Steamboat Willie or the awe-inspiring Disney Cruise Line fleet, sailing with Disney has always been a unique, fun-filled, family friendly trip over bodies of water … be they great, small or animated.

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Abigail Disney Speaks to Bob Chapek’s and Bob Iger’s Salaries in New Documentary

January 26, 2022 by Sara McOmber

Abigail Disney directed a documentary called "The American Dream and Other Fairy Tales" that criticizes the Walt Disney Company for issues like pay inequality. Get more details about the new film here.

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What CEO Has Made the BIGGEST Changes to Disney World?

November 24, 2021 by Carly Terzigni

Seven CEOs have been at the helm of the Walt Disney Company since Disney World first opened in 1971. Of the seven, which one had made the biggest impact and oversaw the biggest changes made to the resort?

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How Walt Kept Disney World a Secret

November 8, 2021 by Jenna Saxton

It took years for Walt to land on Florida as the location of his next park -- here's how he kept it all a secret for so long!

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Walt and Roy Disney’s First Home In Los Angeles Is Getting Restored

August 21, 2021 by Robin Burks

The first home where Walt and Roy Disney lived in Los Angeles is being restored.

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This Popular Arizona Tourist Attraction Has a Strong Disney Connection

May 31, 2021 by Chuck Schmidt

The second most popular tourist attraction in the state of Arizona, after the majestic Grand Canyon, has a strong Disney connection. The London Bridge, located on the banks of Lake Havasu in Lake Havasu City, Arizona, draws visitors from far and wide to check out what is arguably one of the most unique destinations in the world. The bridge, as well as the city itself, were the brainchild of Robert McCulloch and C.V. Wood, who was a key figure in the construction of Disneyland.

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