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The genesis of Disney’s Hollywood Studios, which turns 30 on May 1

March 25, 2019 by Chuck Schmidt

Originally, the Disney-MGM Studios was conceived as a new attraction in Epcot’s Future World before it evolved into a major theme park. On May 1, the park will celebrate its 30th anniversary with a new name, new attractions and new lands.

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The Big Problem with Disney’s Tomorrowland

March 20, 2019 by Molly McCormack

Tomorrowland is historically the hardest land for Imagineers to design. The trouble with Tomorrowland is simple: tomorrow always comes. So how do you create a land that feels like the future, when the future will inevitably catch up with you?

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Three Times Walt Disney World Got It Wrong

March 19, 2019 by Molly McCormack

Every now and again, Disney gets it wrong. And no, we don't mean price increases (though we don't love those either). We mean offerings that just missed the mark a little bit. Here are three times we think Disney got it wrong.

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Black Sunday: 6 Things You Didn’t Know About Disneyland’s Darkest Day

March 17, 2019 by Molly McCormack

July 17, 1955, Disneyland's Opening Day. What should have been a joyous occasion quickly turned into an utter disaster. Everything that could go wrong, did go wrong. The Associated Press even reported "Probably for the first time in his career, Disney disappointed thousands of youngsters.” But what happened to make this day into such a chaotic nightmare? We look back at that fateful day, which cast members dubbed "Black Sunday."

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Disney Imagineer and Legend Bob Gurr Keeps Motoring Along

March 11, 2019 by Chuck Schmidt

On Oct. 25, Disney Legend Bob Gurr will turn 88 years old. At that age, most typical seniors tend to slow down, relax and take things easy. Luckily for us, Bob Gurr has never been “typical.” According to the always affable Gurr, “I’m everywhere these days!”

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It’s Not Walt’s Disney World Anymore, and That’s OK

March 4, 2019 by Sarah Sands

Would Walt Disney himself like all the changes coming to the Walt Disney World Resort? Find out here!

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More Details on Costumes in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge!

March 2, 2019 by Sarah Sands

Earlier this week we had a sneak preview of the costumes that Disney cast members will wear at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. Now we have even more details and photos of the new outfits.

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Why Five of Disney’s Most Beloved Attractions Went Extinct

March 1, 2019 by Sierra Vieregge

If you've been around the Disney Parks long enough, you're bound to have seen one of your favorite Disney rides come and go. Here are a few examples of some popular Disney rides that have met their demise -- as well as the plans and projects that followed them.

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5 Things You Won’t Believe About About Disney Trash

February 26, 2019 by Molly McCormack

With an annual average of 52 million visitors every year, it's no surprise that Walt Disney World has a lot of trash. Just thinking about all the napkins, cups, bottles, and wrappers accumulated every year is enough to make your head spin! Here are a few staggering numbers and facts about Disney trash that will BLOW. YOUR. MIND.

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