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The Evolution Of Disney Park Characters

May 21, 2019 by Sierra Vieregge

The characters at Disney theme parks have experienced a number of changes throughout the years. Explore the evolution of Disney character costumes and meets with us here!

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6 Retired Disney World Animatronics We Miss

May 10, 2019 by Molly McCormack

While we understand that sometimes theme park attractions have to close to make way for new magic, we can't help but miss some of Disney's awesome audio-animatronics! Here are six retired animatronics we miss the most.

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5 Things You Didn’t Know About Disney World’s Kilimanjaro Safaris

May 6, 2019 by Molly McCormack

Kilimanjaro Safaris has been the flagship attraction at Disney's Animal Kingdom since it opened in 1998. It's a fan favorite because of the live animals. Check out these five fun facts about Kilimanjaro Safaris.

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I Bet You Don’t Know Which Attraction Was Inspired By Fantasia

May 3, 2019 by Molly McCormack

Fantasia had a rocky box office premiere and was not shown the way Walt Disney intended. Find out more about the original concept for Fantasia, and what hit Walt Disney World attraction was inspired by it.

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What’s Left of Disney-MGM Studios 30 Years Later

May 1, 2019 by Molly McCormack

Disney's Hollywood Studios turns 30 this week! The park has undergone quite a few transformations over the past three decades, and continues to evolve and expand. Check out what still stands from the original Disney-MGM Studios.

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It’s Hard To Believe These Disney Pictures Were Only 10 Years Ago

April 24, 2019 by Debra Martin Koma

The Disney Parks are constantly evolving - nothing stays the same for too long. Still, it's hard to believe these photos were taken just 10 years ago.

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Hidden Gem: ‘Guide for Two Old Crocks with a Kid on a Hot, Crowded Day at Disneyland’

April 23, 2019 by Chuck Schmidt

Van France was hired by Walt Disney in March 1955 to set up a training program for Disneyland’s incoming employees. He established Disneyland University, where he taught new concepts in guest service. After his retirement in 1978, he wrote an endearing essay: “Guide for Two Old Crocks with a Kid on a Hot, Crowded Day at Disneyland.”

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A Tour Of Disney’s Most Exclusive Hotel Room

March 18, 2019 by Molly McCormack

There is no amount of money that can get you a night in the Suite. The only ways in are to win it in a contest or sweepstakes or be invited by Disney. The new $12,000 "World of Dreams" tour can get you a quick tour of the suite, but no overnights. I was lucky to get a tour of the Suite during my tenure in Magic Kingdom Guest Relations many years ago, and I am so excited to share photos of Disney's most exclusive room.

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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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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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