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My Walt Disney World Trip in September, 2020

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Next week, I will be traveling to Orlando and taking Magical Express to my Walt Disney World resort. Arriving in the early evening. In past years, I might have gone out to one of the parks for a fireworks show and a late meal. This year, all the parks will be closed by the time … Continue reading "My Walt Disney World Trip in September, 2020"
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Ford’s Magic Skyway at the 1964-1965 N.Y. World’s Fair Was a Breakthrough Achievement for Disney

Posted on by Chuck Schmidt
The Ford Motor Company’s Magic Skyway attraction was among the five most-attended shows at the 1964-1965 New York World’s Fair. The attraction was conceived and created by some of the most talented people working for WED Enterprises, the forerunner of Walt Disney Imagineering. It combined a compelling story – a motor tour through the story of man, from primeval times to a glimpse into what the future might hold – with a new ride system which allowed nearly 2,000 guests to enjoy the experience every hour. It also was among the first attractions to feature game-changing Audio-Animatronics technology.
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