Tag: Dinoland U.S.A.

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"
24 Comments

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"
7 Comments

Disney Pic of the Week: Dinosaurs

Posted on by Scott Thomas
As far back as the original Fantasia animated movie, Disney has had a fascination with dinosaurs. Not surprising as most boys and girls (myself included) become infatuated with these creatures from Earth’s prehistoric past. Disney’s latest technological dinosaurs live in Animal Kingdom’s Dinosaur thrill ride where guests are whisked back to the Cretaceous period in … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Dinosaurs"
No Comments

Have a Seat in Walt Disney World – Part 3

Posted on by Jack Spence
Like everything that Disney does, theming is paramount. In this multi-part blog I’ll be touring all four parks and pointing out benches, chairs, and other seating options that have been themed specifically for a land or area. For the most part, I’ll be concentrating on non-restaurant seating. Part 1 covered the Magic Kingdom. Part 2 … Continue reading "Have a Seat in Walt Disney World – Part 3"
13 Comments

Disney Pic of the Week: Dinoland USA

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Dinoland USA in Disney’s Animal Kingdom features a brightly colored road-side attraction called Chester & Hester’s Dino-rama with a large yellow dinosaur to entice those drive by customers to stop in. If you haven’t guessed by now, this week’s Disney Pic of the Week is on Dinoland USA. Barry and Lisa will be posting their … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Dinoland USA"
No Comments

Chester and Hester’s Dino-Rama

Posted on by Jack Spence
When Disney announced and built Chester and Hester’s Dino-Rama, I was annoyed. I realized that the Animal Kingdom desperately needed more rides and attractions, but I felt that the bean-counters tried to remedy this situation by the cheapest means possible. They bought “off-the-shelf” rides and had the Imagineers spruce them up the best they could. … Continue reading "Chester and Hester’s Dino-Rama"
28 Comments

Dinoland U.S.A. – Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Posted on by Jack Spence
In case you’re not aware, McDonalds no longer sponsors Dinoland U.S.A. at the Animal Kingdom. Their 10-year contract expired and as a result, Disney has been busy removing all signs of this corporate giant from the park. The first place you’ll notice a change is Petrifries. This quick-service eatery once sold, you guessed it, McDonalds’ … Continue reading "Dinoland U.S.A. – Disney’s Animal Kingdom"
12 Comments

Where in the World #47

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #46: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2006 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 18-200VR, 1/500s shutter, f5.6 She’s playing Fossil Fueler, one of the wacky carnival games in Chester & Hester’s Dino-Rama! Located in Dinoland USA in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Dino-Rama is a fun and colorful tribute to the carnivals we all grew … Continue reading "Where in the World #47"
No Comments