On this day 10 years ago Walt Disney World’s fourth gate, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, officially opened to the public and a new era in theme parks was born. Animal Kingdom combined the animals of a zoo with the theming and lush landscaping Disney is known… Read More »Happy Birthday Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Seaworld Orlando opened Aquatica last week with a great opening ceremony and a large group of guests in attendance. I wasn’t able to attend the ceremony but LaughingPlace.com did. Check out their typical great coverage with video and photos. LaughingPlace owner Doobie send me these… Read More »Impressions of Aquatica
A quick roundup, but it will have to suffice as I’ll be out away from the computer most of the day tomorrow. I hope you’re having a Disney day. Rumors continue to swirl around the possible names for the next two ships to be added… Read More »Tuesday Roundup – The I Should Be Sleeping Edition
The 50 Greatest Quotes from Walt Disney World‘s shows and attractions are at LaughingPlace.com Port Canaveral has been the host port for Disney’s two cruise ships since a contract to build a custom terminal for the floating theme parks was signed in 1995. Negotiations are on-going between the two parties to continue that relationship, but… Read More »Morning Roundup – July 24th
Remember back in May when a woman was assaulted while waiting in line for the Tea Cups at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom? Not only did she suffer injuries, but she accused Disney Security of letting her attacker escape before Sheriff Deputies could arrive to… Read More »Arrest Made in Disney Tea Cup Scuffle
Ratatouille cooked up another $18 million with third place at the box office this weekend bringing its domestic total to $143 million. It’s also the highest rated film of the year in movie critic polls. But will that be enough to earn it a best picture Academy Award? In this short interview Animation master John… Read More »Morning Round Up – July 16
Today in 1925 Walter Elias Disney married Lillian Marie Bounds and together they set off on a great adventure. On this day in 1955 Walt and Lillian gathered friends and family for their 30th anniversary celebration and a special preview of Disneyland. They took the Mark Twain for its maiden voyage and celebrated with a… Read More »Morning Roundup – July 13
More details have emerged concerning the recent small explosion in a trash can in a parking lot area of Walt Disney World Resort’s Downtown Disney shopping and entertainment district. Looks like it’s nothing to worry about for now. What does worry me is the safety of Disney Employees, especially the custodial workers who would be… Read More »Downtown Disney ‘bomb’ likely just a prank