1964-1965 New York World's Fair News & Updates

The Long and Winding Road of Disney’s PeopleMover

January 17, 2022 by Chuck Schmidt

When it comes to low-tech, low-speed attractions at the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World, there’s one ride that is sure to fulfill one's desire to sit back, relax and enjoy the scenery: The Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover.

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Disney World Confirms Annual Pass Sales WILL Be Limited

August 30, 2021 by Sara McOmber

Another important change is coming to the new Disney World Annual Pass Program.

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The History of Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress

February 15, 2021 by Nathan Schmidt

Take a wonderful journey through the history of Carousel of Progress, and find out about its close ties to Walt Disney himself and much more.

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The Complete History of the PeopleMover at Walt Disney World

February 7, 2021 by Nathan Schmidt

We're looking at the history of one of Magic Kingdom's most beloved attractions: PeopleMover!

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Disney Parks Attractions Design Guru Bob Gurr Calls Himself ‘A Failure at Retirement’

December 7, 2020 by Chuck Schmidt

Disney Legend Bob Gurr, a man who is revered in the world of theme park attraction design, calls himself a “failure at retirement.”

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To Stay Afloat Financially in the 1950s, Disneyland Closed on Select Days During the Slow Season

October 5, 2020 by Chuck Schmidt

It may be hard to fathom, given the staggering attendance figures we saw at the Anaheim, Calif., resort before the pandemic wreaked havoc, but closures at Disneyland were fairly common during its first few years of operation.

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Omnimovers: How Disney Revolutionized Theme Park Rides

October 4, 2020 by Nathan Schmidt

Ever wonder what makes rides like Haunted Mansion and Journey of the Little Mermaid work? Find out all about how the omnimover changed the way Imagineers designed dark rides.

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New Book Details How Celebrated Disney Animator Ub Iwerks Re-Invented Himself — As An Inventor

August 17, 2020 by Chuck Schmidt

How do you go from the most revered animator in the cartoon world of the 1920s to one of the most innovative minds in the movie and theme park industries decades later? Simple. You re-invent yourself. "Walt Disney's Ultimate Inventor: The Genius of Ub Iwerks" is a new book by Don Iwerks, Ub's son and fellow Disney Legend.

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Ford’s Magic Skyway at the 1964-1965 N.Y. World’s Fair Was a Breakthrough Achievement for Disney

July 6, 2020 by Chuck Schmidt

The Ford Motor Company’s Magic Skyway attraction was among the five most-attended shows at the 1964-1965 New York World’s Fair. The attraction was conceived and created by some of the most talented people working for WED Enterprises, the forerunner of Walt Disney Imagineering. It combined a compelling story – a motor tour through the story of man, from primeval times to a glimpse into what the future might hold – with a new ride system which allowed nearly 2,000 guests to enjoy the experience every hour. It also was among the first attractions to feature game-changing Audio-Animatronics technology.

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