Tag: fantasyland

Back to the Future

Posted on by Scott Thomas
I know, that is not a title to a Disney movie but Meet the Robinsons really did not fit for this article (see, I got a Disney movie reference in anyway!). It’s been over two years since I took the photo of Cinderella Castle from the Tomorrowland Transit Authority and it’s still one of my … Continue reading "Back to the Future"
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Disneyland – Virtual Sleeping Beauty Castle Walkthrough

Posted on by Laura Gilbreath
The Sleeping Beauty Castle Walkthrough at Disneyland, which opened late last year, requires guests to climb stairs and navigate some rather twisty, narrow passageways. (“A twisty maze of passages, all alike” for those of you who remember Adventure!) But it’s a problem for those with limited mobility. Disney offers a virtual experience for those who … Continue reading "Disneyland – Virtual Sleeping Beauty Castle Walkthrough"
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Queen Cinderella

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Here’s a “Did You Know?” featuring a unique photo you can create in Magic Kingdom’s Fantasyland. There is a Cinderella fountain near the back of Cinderella Castle (as you look at the Castle from Prince Charming Regal Carrousel you’ll see it on the right just before the path to Liberty Square). If you stand directly … Continue reading "Queen Cinderella"
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Capturing an Empty Disney Park

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Walt Disney World hosts millions of visitors each year. There are always people about even during a slow period. Yet, you can take photographs without people in them. One way is to get low and shoot at an angle to eliminate people around you or find a way to elevate yourself over people’s heads. Another … Continue reading "Capturing an Empty Disney Park"
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Where in the World #88

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #87: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2009 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D300, 18-200VR, 1/40s shutter, f/3.2, ISO 3200 When you take a spin through Snow White’s Scary Adventures, Dopey will be waiting to give you a wave as you exit the ride. This attraction can be found in Fantasyland at the Magic … Continue reading "Where in the World #88"
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Magic Kingdom Odds & Ends

Posted on by Jack Spence
I have a few more bits of trivia to share with you, so sit back and enjoy. Let’s start at City Hall. Inside this building are two paintings hanging on the wall behind the receptionist desk. (I only have a picture of one.) Did you know, these paintings appeared in the “movie” section of the … Continue reading "Magic Kingdom Odds & Ends"
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Fantasyland — Old and New

Posted on by Jack Spence
The information in this next blog has been presented before – some of it on this website, some of it on others. But since I’ve started blogging about Disney World trivia, I thought these tidbits were worth repeating. Often, when Disney replaces an attraction with a new ride or show, the Imagineers like to pay … Continue reading "Fantasyland — Old and New"
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Disneyland Paris – Fantasyland — Part 5 — “it’s a small world”

Posted on by Jack Spence
Like so many other attractions at Disneyland Paris, I think their version of “it’s a small world” is superior to all the rest. Let’s start with the exterior of the attraction. The first IASW (“it’s a small world”) was in California. (Yes, I know, it was actually at the New York World’s Fair, but I’m … Continue reading "Disneyland Paris – Fantasyland — Part 5 — “it’s a small world”"
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Disneyland Paris – Fantasyland — Part 4 — Le Pays des Contes de Fées (Land of the Fairytales) & Casey Jr. — le Petit Train du Cirque (The Small Train of the Circus)

Posted on by Jack Spence
Both “Le Pays des Contes de Fées” and “Casey Jr.” are located outside the perimeter of the Disneyland Railroad. To reach these attractions you must pass under a trestle. Le Pays des Contes de Fées (Land of the Fairytales) This ride is an updated version of “Storybook Land Canal Boats“ found at Disneyland in California. … Continue reading "Disneyland Paris – Fantasyland — Part 4 — Le Pays des Contes de Fées (Land of the Fairytales) & Casey Jr. — le Petit Train du Cirque (The Small Train of the Circus)"
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Photographing Disney Live Shows

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Timing is everything. To the performers in the various Disney live shows, everything must be rehearsed and the timing of each minute has to be perfected. For us guests, who may have never seen a show like Dream Along with Mickey which is performed several times a day in the Magic Kingdom in front of … Continue reading "Photographing Disney Live Shows"
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