Tag: Michael Eisner
SAILING WITH DISNEY: PART 6: The Evolution of Disney Cruise Line
Posted onThe seas haven’t always been smooth when it comes to Disney and ocean cruising, especially in the years before Disney Cruise Line came into existence. The seeds for the Disney Cruise Line – which debuted in 1998 with the christening of the Disney Magic – were sown in 1985.
Got $225 Million? You Could Buy a Home Owned By A Former Disney CEO
Posted onFormer Disney CEO Michael Eisner has listed his Malibu estate for sale. And you're not ready to see this MASSIVE house.
Michael Eisner Comments on Current Disney CEO Bob Chapek
Posted onFormer Disney CEO, Michael Eisner, recently shared his thoughts on Bob Chapek -- learn more here!
What CEO Has Made the BIGGEST Changes to Disney World?
Posted onSeven CEOs have been at the helm of the Walt Disney Company since Disney World first opened in 1971. Of the seven, which one had made the biggest impact and oversaw the biggest changes made to the resort?
Why Disney California Adventure Failed
Posted onDisney California Adventure has had quite a memorable history, and despite being the newest domestic Disney theme park, it has gone through more changes than most other Disney parks!
Remembering the Magic of Walt Disney World’s 25th Anniversary
Posted onIn October of 1996, it was time to remember the magic: Walt Disney World turned 25 years old. In keeping with founder Walt Disney’s philosophy that the resort would never be completed “as long as there is imagination left in the world,” WDW was in the midst of monumental changes before, during and after the big 2-5 celebration.
Walt Disney World’s 15th Anniversary Brought New Meaning to the Term Over-The-Top
Posted onWalt Disney World celebrated its 15th year of operation on Oct. 1, 1986, by throwing what was arguably the most ambitious, over-the-top, spare-no-expense party it has ever hosted.
As Walt Disney World Approaches Its 50th, We Look Back at Previous Anniversaries
Posted onBeginning in 1981 and for every five years hence, Walt Disney World was the place where anniversaries were not only celebrated, but were celebrated in grandiose, over-the-top fashion.
THE FIRST TIME I VISITED: Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Posted onApril 21, 1998, dawned warm and sunny in central Florida … perfect weather for the dedication of a new park on Walt Disney World property. I was fortunate to be in attendance as Disney's Animal Kingdom – proudly dubbed “a new species of theme park” – swung open its gates for thousands of invited members of the press [the park officially opened to the general public on April 22, which is Earth Day].

