Here at The Disney Blog we have a certain perspective on the Walt Disney Company. I guess I am reverant of the company’s glorious past (as reflected in the collective memory of its fans), wishful that the future will bring a return to that glory (whether it actually existed or not), and pragmatic about its… Read More »Guest Blogger: Mikey
Some amazing aerial shots of the construction for Disney’s newest mega coaster, Expedition Everest. (You may have to scroll down the page some). This addition to Animal Kingdom will feature thrills never experienced at a Disney theme park before. From the progress of the construction I would place the date of these photos at mid… Read More »Expedition Everest Arises
Following in the amazing footsteps of the Adventure Thru Inner Space DVD comes Virtual Toad. A project that began with the announced closing of the once popular Disney World attraction still plods on today. Spencer has completed his rendering of the attraction queue and loading zone (A QTVR is available). I can’t wait to see… Read More »Virtual Disney Attractions
One of the brilliant refinements of the traditional amusement park industry made by Walt Disney was to have national corporations sponsor stores, attractions, and even restaurants in his themeparks. It’s a strategy pursued by todays financial managers as well. Alas, there has been a real drought of any major partnerships with many sponsors letting their… Read More »Georgia-Pacific and Disney Announce deal
With the issue of steriods testing finally behind them America’s sport can get down to business. Spring training will be starting up shortly around the nation. If you’re planning on visiting Disney World you should stop by the Atlanta Braves camp at the Wide World of Sports complex. Tickets are already on sale for their… Read More »MLB spring training at Disney World
Sci Fi Wire reports that Disney has hired screenwriters to pen a remake of the trend setting film Tron. I don’t know if I should be excited about this or disgusted. Tron-Sector, the ultimate Tron site, has more deets. [ttag:tron]
Walt Disney, Walk of Stars, originally uploaded by gruntzooki. Ever wonder what Walt Disney’s star on the Hollywood walk of fame looks like? Well now you know. Bonus points to the person who can identify its location.
If you live in or plan to visit Central Florida this weekend make sure you take some time to stop by the NFFC Show and Sale at the Radisson Resort Parkway (just minutes from Walt Disney World). I enjoy attending these events and always find a few things I just can’t live without.