There are few things more fun for a child than to just let your imagination run wild at Disneyland. It’s part of the spirit that I tried to capture in Dispatch from Disneyland, my book about the magic of Walt’s park. But there are other… Read More »Beautiful Disney Child Cosplay at Disneyland
“It’s kind of fun to do the Impossible” – Walt Disney.
Digital artist Chris Alcoran has taken Walt’s quote to a beautiful extreme by combining terrific photos of Disneyland and Disney California Adventure with amazing skyscapes and outerspace visions. The effect is awe-inspiring.
A few more reviews of “Dispatch from Disneyland: Stories and Essays from The Happiest Place on Earth” have been published this last week. From my point of view, it’s great to see readers understanding my intent behind the book. I hope you will see something… Read More »Dispatch from Disneyland – New Reviews
Fans, cast members, celebrities and more will unite in song around the globe to celebrate the 50th anniversary of “it’s a small world,” one of the most iconic Disney attractions ever built. The first version of “it’s a small world,” opened as a tribute to peace and hope at the 1964 New York World’s Fair.
On Thursday, April 10, 2014, hundreds of voices from Disneyland Resort in California, Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, Tokyo Disney Resort in Japan, Disneyland Paris in France, and Hong Kong Disneyland Resort will sing the unforgettable theme song of the “happiest cruise that ever sailed the seven seas.” Fans from around the world can join the festivities in a first-of-its-kind, online global sing-along at SmallWorld50.com.
While on the website, fans may record videos of themselves singing the classic song and create virtual “it’s a small world” dolls to benefit UNICEF (United Nations Children’s Fund). UNICEF provides health care and immunizations, clean water and sanitation, nutrition, education, emergency relief and more to children around the world.
“‘it’s a small world’ has inspired hundreds of millions of people through its timeless theme,” said Tom Staggs, chairman, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. “Every moment of every day there are Disney guests enjoying ‘it’s a small world’ somewhere around the globe. The 50th anniversary of this attraction represents a celebration of the shared optimism, hope, and humanity of people throughout the world.”
Disney has also released this short video highlighting some of the history of the attraction:
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“Dispatch from Disneyland” is not just a collection of stories and essays from the Happiest Place on Earth, it’s also my exploration of the interesting facts behind Walt Disney’s original Magic Kingdom.
Available now via DispatchFromDisneyland.com in special edition eBook or Amazon in print or for Kindle.
Update: Video of the Monorail dedication ceremony from June 14, 1959 is below the jump:
The very first parade I ever saw at Disneyland was the 1970 Fantasy on Parade. Of course, I was not even a year old yet. But I was there and my family took these photos, so it counts. I love how everyone is standing right… Read More »Wayback Weekend: Save 50% on your Purchase of Dispatch from Disneyland eBook
Disneyland Resort’s Downtown Disney District has a brand new addition with a one-of-a-kind Starbucks. The popular coffee shop was created with sustainable materials and features an outdoor patio with a giant living wall containing over 1,000 plants shaped in the shape of a stylized coffee… Read More »New Starbucks Now Open in Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort
Reader Dan sends in the following video from Disneyland’s newly refurbished, and slightly upgraded, version of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. Big Thunder Mountain has reopened after a long refurbishment. Disney has revamped the track, painted the mountain, added new life to Rainbow Ridge and has… Read More »Disneyland’s Updated Big Thunder Mountain Railroad POV Video