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Why Disney Would Like You To Forget Disneyland Paris’ Opening Day

June 18, 2020 by Austin Lang

Today, it's the most visited theme park in Europe. But back in the 1990s, Disneyland Paris was Disney's biggest flop. What happened to turn this fairy tale kingdom into Disney's most infamous disaster?

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Five Things We LOVED about the Studio Backlot Tour at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

May 23, 2020 by Carly Terzigni

The Studio Backlot Tour was the flagship attraction when Hollywood Studios first opened. Back then, the park was named MGM Studios and the attraction was called Backstage Studio Tour. Much changed in those first few years, but the ride remained through 2014, when it closed for good. This was a very unique attraction, and today we're sharing a few key aspects that we miss and love!

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AllEars TV: Mad Tea Party: The Iconic Ride Disney DIDN’T Design!

May 18, 2020 by Morgan Flaherty

You'll find the iconic Mad Tea Party in nearly every Disney Park around the world, but did you know the original wasn't even built by Disney?! Stay tuned for more surprising facts and need-to-know tips!

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A Look Back at the Past Magic Kingdom Parades at Walt Disney World

May 10, 2020 by Carly Terzigni

We're talking about Magic Kingdom parades!

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Why EPCOT’s Iconic Horizons is Still Beloved 20 Years After Its Closure

May 9, 2020 by Brian Delpozo

Why does the iconic dark ride Horizons remain popular among so many Disney parks fans decades after its closure? Let's find out.

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Seven Things You Didn’t Know About Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

April 22, 2020 by Nathan Schmidt

Find out all about the exciting secrets about Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, the iconic rollercoaster of Frontierland.

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The Controversial History Behind Disney’s Splash Mountain

April 21, 2020 by Austin Lang

Splash Mountain is one of Disney's most iconic attractions, but did you know the history behind it? Read on to learn the controversial inspiration behind this attraction, the surprising source of its name, and the origin of all those singing birds!

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