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Have Disney World Ticket Prices Ever Gone DOWN?

June 15, 2019 by Brian Delpozo

Over its nearly 50-year history, ticket prices at Walt Disney World have increased substantially. But have ticket prices ever gone DOWN? We take a closer look.

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How Walt Tricked Florida into Becoming Walt Disney World

June 7, 2019 by Sierra Vieregge

Walt Disney had a few tricky ways to rack up large amounts of land before the announcement of Walt Disney World. Find out how he got 27,000 acres of land without anyone figuring out that Disney was coming to Florida, here!

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At Disney, It’s Always about The Story … Even When the Story Isn’t Quite True

June 3, 2019 by Chuck Schmidt

The Story is always at the core of everything Disney does in its parks, from restaurants to themed lands, to attractions in those lands to even the properties where guests retreat to after a long day in those parks. But what happens when those stories aren't quite true?

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All the Times That Disney World and Disneyland Have Closed Down

June 2, 2019 by Brian Delpozo

Since Walt Disney World opened in 1971, there have been several occasions when the outside world has intruded, forcing the “Most Magical Place on Earth” to unexpectedly close. Take a look at these unexpected closures here!

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Why Disney Wouldn’t Be Disney Without Mary Blair

May 27, 2019 by Molly McCormack

Mary Blair -- Chances are even if you aren't familiar with her name, if you're a Disney fan you are absolutely familiar with her work. We take a look at some of her most iconic art.

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Why These Disney Pre-Shows Are the Best We’ve Ever Seen

May 26, 2019 by Debra Martin Koma

A large part of any Disney attraction experience is actually what happens BEFORE the show or ride even starts -- the pre-show. Attractions come and attractions go, but here's why these Disney pre-shows will live on in our memories.

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What Epcot Was Really Supposed to Be

May 22, 2019 by Molly McCormack

Did you know EPCOT was originally developed as a community where 20000 people would live, work, and play? Find out more about what Epcot was supposed to be here!

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The Evolution Of Disney Park Characters

May 21, 2019 by Sierra Vieregge

The characters at Disney theme parks have experienced a number of changes throughout the years. Explore the evolution of Disney character costumes and meets with us here!

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The Role Magazines Have Played in Walt’s World

May 20, 2019 by Chuck Schmidt

Walt Disney understood the power of the media, so much so that he employed some of the most talented wordsmiths he could find to help publicize his projects. Over the years, magazines have played a key role in getting the word out on Walt's expansive world.

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6 Retired Disney World Animatronics We Miss

May 10, 2019 by Molly McCormack

While we understand that sometimes theme park attractions have to close to make way for new magic, we can't help but miss some of Disney's awesome audio-animatronics! Here are six retired animatronics we miss the most.

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