Disneyland Paris News & Updates

Disneyland Paris – Fantasyland — Part 1 — Castle Courtyard and Carousel

March 6, 2009 by Jack Spence

When I visit a Disney park, it’s not always necessary for me to ride on an attraction. Sometimes, simply being immersed in the wonderful atmosphere is pleasure enough. And for me, Fantasyland at Disneyland Paris is near the top of the list when it comes to ambiance. It is truly a magical place that allows … Continue reading "Disneyland Paris – Fantasyland — Part 1 — Castle Courtyard and Carousel"

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Disneyland Paris – Adventureland — Part 3 — Indiana Jones and Pirates of the Caribbean

March 3, 2009 by Jack Spence

In the furthest reaches of Adventureland, intrepid explores can discover “Indiana Jones et le Temple du PÃ©ril.” Here you’ll find an abandoned temple decaying in the jungle. As you near the temple, a stone lion can be seen guarding the entrance. Continuing further into the underbrush, you pass the base camp used by the archeologists … Continue reading "Disneyland Paris – Adventureland — Part 3 — Indiana Jones and Pirates of the Caribbean"

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Disneyland Paris – Adventureland — Part 2 — Adventure Isle

February 28, 2009 by Jack Spence

Disneyland Paris does not have a Tom Sawyer Island. It was decided that most Europeans were not familiar enough with Mark Twain’s writings to design an entire attraction around his stories. Instead, the Imagineers came up with Adventure Isle. Here, pirates and castaways are used as a backdrop for this colorful environment. This is a … Continue reading "Disneyland Paris – Adventureland — Part 2 — Adventure Isle"

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Disneyland Paris – Adventureland — Part 1 — General Area

February 25, 2009 by Jack Spence

Just like Frontierland, Adventureland is set back from The Hub. Because of this, it is much less intrusive in this otherwise Victorian area. I’ve also mentioned that the transition between lands is remarkably seamless at Disneyland Paris. Here is a picture taken from Fantasyland, looking through a portal to Adventureland. If you study the photo … Continue reading "Disneyland Paris – Adventureland — Part 1 — General Area"

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Disneyland Paris – Frontierland — Part 4 — Phantom Manor

February 21, 2009 by Jack Spence

Phantom Manor is Disneyland Paris’ version of the Haunted Mansion. It is neither better than nor inferior to its cousins around the world. It’s simply different. And these differences make it very intriguing for those of us familiar with the original version. Phantom Manor has a more complete storyline than the Haunted Mansion. It goes … Continue reading "Disneyland Paris – Frontierland — Part 4 — Phantom Manor"

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Disneyland Paris – Frontierland — Part 3 — Big Thunder Mountain and the Riverboats

February 18, 2009 by Jack Spence

Big Thunder Mountain As with all Disney attractions, your journey on Big Thunder Mountain starts with the queue – and in this case, a very detailed queue. The line twists and turns around rusting mining equipment, amusing signs, and dilapidated buildings. Periodically, a mine train rolls by. Eventually you reach the boarding area and your … Continue reading "Disneyland Paris – Frontierland — Part 3 — Big Thunder Mountain and the Riverboats"

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Disneyland Paris – Frontierland — Part 2 — The Outskirts of Town

February 15, 2009 by Jack Spence

Frontierland can be divided into two sections, the town of Thunder Mesa, and the more rural, backwoods section. In my previous blog I discussed Thunder Mesa. Here I will talk about the outskirts of town. Let’s start with the Pocahontas Indian Village. This is a children’s play area with a Native American theme. Kids can … Continue reading "Disneyland Paris – Frontierland — Part 2 — The Outskirts of Town"

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Disneyland Paris – Frontierland — Part 1 — Thunder Mesa

February 12, 2009 by Jack Spence

Frontierland – Part 1 – Thunder Mesa Moving clockwise from the end of Main Street, Frontierland is the first land you come to. You enter the Wild West by walking through Fort Comstock. But before you do, be sure to check out the Native American encampment just outside its gates. A nearby babbling brook and … Continue reading "Disneyland Paris – Frontierland — Part 1 — Thunder Mesa"

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Disneyland Paris – The Hub and Sleeping Beauty Castle

February 9, 2009 by Jack Spence

One thing that’s a little different about the Disneyland Paris’ Hub is the lands that radiate from it are set further back than at other Magic Kingdoms. In other words, Frontierland, Adventureland, and Discoveryland really aren’t all that visible from The Hub. This allows the area to maintain its Victorian theming without contrasting architectures intruding … Continue reading "Disneyland Paris – The Hub and Sleeping Beauty Castle"

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Disneyland Paris – Main Street Part 3

February 6, 2009 by Jack Spence

Main Street Part 3 In my last blog I discussed the Town Square section of Main Street. Today I’m going to talk about the rest of this Victorian thoroughfare. However, I’m not going to describe things in any particular order. I’m just going to pick some points of interest that appeal to me. Let’s start … Continue reading "Disneyland Paris – Main Street Part 3"

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