Although most of New Fantasyland had debuted, there are still two major elements yet to open. The Princess Fairytale Hall and The Seven Dwarfs Mine Train are still under construction. But today Imagineering had released the following video with a backstage peak at the progress.… Read More »Sneak Peek Inside Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Princess Fairytale Hall
I think I have finally found a good reason to buy my own Makerbot. The 3D printing kit site Thingiverse has uploaded plans for printing a reproduction of Cinderella Castle at the Magic Kingdom. If it looks a little off, that’s because forced-perspective only works… Read More »Makerbot Cinderella Castle
Childproofing your resort room isn’t the most glamorous aspect of planning your next Walt Disney World vacation, but taking a few minutes before you leave can give you peace of mind later. Most of us with children childproofed our homes as soon as we figured out just how dangerous our innocuous looking houses can be to a rambunctious toddler, but few of us think about doing the same thing while on vacation.
While it’s no substitute for a keeping a watchful eye on your child, there are a few things you can do to make your resort room or rental house more safe.Read More »Childproofing Your Resort Room
Disney World has moved on from limited time magic to a more traditional – come see all the cool new stuff we have – marketing campaign for the summer. They’re calling in the Monstrous Summer. Here’s the first TV spot: I like it, just wish… Read More »Disney World Monstrous Summer
Okay, so it’s painfully obvious that I love Disney World, but even a diehard fan like me has the occasional head-scratching moment over some things that achieve cult status among Disney fans. Whether it’s food, a certain restaurant, or even a resort, I just don’t get it and I think I’m not the only one. Or at least I hope not.
Here are my top five overrated Disney things.
5. The Polynesian.
For years I’ve wondered why the Polynesian, which essentially looks like the hotel the Brady Bunch would have stayed in during their family trip to Hawaii if Mr. Brady wasn’t still paying alimony to his first wife, has such a cult following. Sure, it’s got a great pool and gorgeous landscaping. The way they light the grounds at night is breathtaking and, dare I say it, romantic. And you can’t beat the location on the Magic Kingdom monorail. Beyond that, however, it’s kind of underwhelming: Dark rooms, dated furniture, and a small lobby. And I’m pretty sure that 90% of the plugs in the rooms don’t even work.Read More »Top Five Most Overrated Disney World Things
Found two new retro t-shirts at Walt Disney World this last week. Both were available at the World of Disney in Downtown Disney. I guess the 80s are back. Which do you like the best?
The Nature Conservancy will host an open house on April 27 to observe the 20th anniversary of Disney Wilderness Preserve. Scientists, Florida cowboys, wildlife biologists and environmental educators will entertain visitors with fun outdoor activities that demonstrate nature at work. Disney purchased these 8,500 acres… Read More »Disney Wilderness Preserve Celebrates 20th Anniversary
As Disney’s Animal Kingdom gets ready to celebrate its 15th anniversary, we’re getting a little retro here on The Disney Blog. We’ve looked at some favorites of days gone by – Journey into Jungle Book, The Tarzan Rocks Show, Pocahontas and her Friends, the first… Read More »Tree of Life Construction – Time Lapse Video