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Big Thunder Mountain Celebrates 31 Years

Posted on by AllEars
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad became the second mountain and the 46th attraction of the Magic Kingdom, September 1980! It opened on September 23, 1980 and celebrated its Grand Opening on November 15, 1980. It took 10 years to plan, tons of steel and concrete to build the attraction: 1,300,000 pounds of steel beams, rods and … Continue reading "Big Thunder Mountain Celebrates 31 Years"
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Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party 2011

Posted on by Deb Wills
Disclosure: As an invited media guest, AllEars.Net’s ticket to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party was paid by the Disney company. Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party (MNSSHP) is an annual tradition at the Magic Kingdom. We (my mom and I) attended the party on Friday, September 16, 2011. We got to Magic Kingdom early … Continue reading "Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party 2011"
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Quiz – Who Sponsors Disney – Answers

Posted on by Jack Spence
Yesterday, I briefly discussed the importance of corporate sponsors in connection with Disney shops, restaurants, and attractions. Then I presented you with 20 questions to see if you could remember what company is connected with a given location. Here are the answers. It will be interesting to see just how well these companies’ advertising dollars … Continue reading "Quiz – Who Sponsors Disney – Answers"
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Quiz – Who Sponsors Disney – Questions

Posted on by Jack Spence
When Walt was planning Disneyland, he knew he couldn’t afford to build his magnificent park without outside financial help. So he and his brother Roy engaged the assistance of other companies to help pay the bills. In exchange for their money, these companies would be allowed to sell their products in Disneyland shops and restaurants … Continue reading "Quiz – Who Sponsors Disney – Questions"
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Disney Pic of the Week – Themed Landscaping

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
One of the ways Imagineers make us feel like we are actually in the scene they are conveying is by creating a landscape that has the feel of that place. Just wander around World Showcase and take note of how the plant life differs from one country to the next. In the United Kingdom you’ll … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Themed Landscaping"
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Magic Kingdom’s Fantasyland Expansion – Artist Renderings

Posted on by AllEars
Here are more artist renderings of the new Fantasyland coming to the Magic Kingdom. (From the Disney Parks Blog) The new Fantasyland will include an area dedicated to Beauty and the Beast, including Maurice’s Cottage (left) and the Beast’s Castle (middle). Once inside Maurice’s Cottage, guests can engage in a playful storytime with Belle and … Continue reading "Magic Kingdom’s Fantasyland Expansion – Artist Renderings"
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Magic Kingdom and the (New) Retro Tiki Room

Posted on by Steve Barrett
Vickie and I visited the Magic Kingdom to experience the refurbished “Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room.” This show is a tribute to the original Tiki Room show that Walt Disney put together in 1963 and which opened at Walt Disney World as the “Tropical Serenade” in 1971. Iago and Zazu have flown the coop, but … Continue reading "Magic Kingdom and the (New) Retro Tiki Room"
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Night of Joy Concert Schedule Released

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Night of Joy 2011 is right around the corner. We are truly excited about the lineup this year, with artists representing a number of Christian Music genres including Praise & Worship, Rock, Pop, Urban and Contemporary Gospel. Hot off the press are the concert schedules for each night. Here’s how they shake out. Of course, … Continue reading "Night of Joy Concert Schedule Released"
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Where in the World Challenge 191

Posted on by Erin Blackwell
Hello from Disneyland! I am on my way to the start of the D23 Expo! This was Challenge #190: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2010 Erin Blackwell Canon Powershot SD890 IS, 7mm, 1/15s shutter, f/3.2, ISO 350 Jeremy Mccaffrey, it’s a good thing your aunt has you! Especially since the ride made her dizzy, … Continue reading "Where in the World Challenge 191"
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