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Alert: Google Earth now featuring Walt Disney World

I won’t get to see it until I get into work tomorrow morning, but the word is out–Google Earth has finally released its virtual Walt Disney World. Inside you can see 3D versions of most buildings, attractions, and major features in the Walt Disney World… Read More »Alert: Google Earth now featuring Walt Disney World

Charges dropped against Grandma who brought Gun to Walt Disney World

Mary Ann Richardson, the 63 year old grandmother who was caught at Magic Kingdom security bag check packing a pistol in her purse, no longer has to worry about possible jail time for her crime. A spokesperson for State Attorney Larson Lamar in Orlando said… Read More »Charges dropped against Grandma who brought Gun to Walt Disney World

Star Wars Weekends 2008 Merchandise Preview

This June 6 through June 29th marks the first Star Wars Weekends to be held at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Well, that’s just because the park changed names. But one thing that remains consistent is that Star Wars Weekends always provides some great merchandise and unique… Read More »Star Wars Weekends 2008 Merchandise Preview

Convicted Batterer in Tea Cup Scuffle Still Arguing her Innocence

WESH news has an interview with the convicted batterer in the Tea Cup scuffle that left her victim with permanent injuries. Victoria Walker was convicted and yet in this interview she still claims her innocence. “And that was it. All this [alleged] beating her brutally… Read More »Convicted Batterer in Tea Cup Scuffle Still Arguing her Innocence

Disney’s Magical Express feeling pain of Baggage Fees

All these new baggage fees being levied by the airlines aren’t just affecting the traveler’s pocket book, they’re making it more difficult for Disney’s Magical Express free shuttle service for Walt Disney World resort guests to get its job done. The Orlando Sentinel writes that… Read More »Disney’s Magical Express feeling pain of Baggage Fees

Two For Tuesday – Disney Link Roundup

  • OSHA report contradicts Disney World story on death of cast member at Primeval Whirl in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Fines have been levied for infractions related to the death and other incidents.
  • Want to become a Toy Story Midway Mania Master? Then head on over to Kevin Yee’s Ultimate Orlando Blog where Kevin has posted a series of spoilers on how to get to some of the higher point score targets.
  • The OC Register has video and photos of the Indiana Jones Stunt Show at Disneyland. Very nice, wish I could be there myself. (Although shouldn’t Indy be a bit older?)
  • Here’s a nice trip report from Mary who was bringing her family to Disneyland for the first time. Definitely a different perspective. (She’s also from Portland and I remember making those Disneyland trips yearly.)
  • I wanted to make sure I pointed out this song covering “That’s How You Know” from Disney’s Enchanted by Demi Lovato. Lovato is rumored to be in the process of being groomed by Disney to replace Miley Cyrus should she ever depart the Mouse House. Btw, the Covering The Mouse blog continues to impress.
  • Today marked the grand re-opening of Gatorland’s new gift shop and administration building. The park’s iconic Jaws survived a devastating fire 18 months ago. I wish I had made it over there, but the Orlando Sentinel did and has pictures of the Gator Jaws and a report on the re-opening.
  • If there is one thing I love as much as Disney, it’s food. So when the two combine I am extra happy. This June the Food Network will air a Cake Challenge episode where four professional cake artists compete to create the best Pixar-themed cake. I’m just guessing, but I bet WALL-E will figure in some how. Set your reminders now.
  • Also check out the Disney Movie Surfer’s look at the making of Pixar’s WALL-E.

Finally, as today’s Video Bonus Round click below the cut to check out this rare 1979 commercial advertising Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Disneyland.
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Formula 1 coming to Disneyland Paris?

With the Monaco Grand Prix this weekend, it seems like a good time to revisit a juicy rumor. Themepark insider picks up on the stories about Formula 1 coming to Disneyland Paris. Published reports in France have the Formula 1 wanting to move the French… Read More »Formula 1 coming to Disneyland Paris?

American Idol and Idol Winner David Cook coming to Walt Disney World

We previously covered the announcement that American Idol would open as a new attraction at Walt Disney World’s Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park. Disney has now revealed a website to promote the “American Idol Experience”. View it at DisneyWorld.com/idol.

Also you can catch American Idol winner David Cook’s “I’m Going To Walt Disney World” commercial on the site. Congrats to DC and I look forward to seeing him when he makes it to Orlando.

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