Recently I posted part one of this video series with Brandon Kleyla, set decorator for Walt Disney Imagineering, revealing some of the ways he created the window displays on Buena Vista Street in Disney California Adventure park. In part two we go inside the shops to learn more about the backstories of the shop owners. Brandon […]
Disney elves blend yuletide traditions and Christmas cheer to create a wintry wonderland ready for holiday revelers at Walt Disney World Resort as early as November 9. There’s an extra night of merry at the Magic Kingdom with 20 nights of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party; and at Epcot, singer/actress
As we learned last time, Disneyland horse-in-training Owen has earned an A+ as he has been getting ready this year to join his fellow cast members on Main Street, U.S.A. Today we get to see a very important milestone in his training, “graduation” – his first time transporting Disneyland park
Recently you’ve met Owen, one of the newest horses at the Disneyland Resort, in our three-part “How a Horse Becomes a Disneyland Horse” series. As we told you in the last post, the final step for training is getting accustomed to Main Street, U.S.A., where the horses are the stars
VIDEO: How a Horse Becomes a Disneyland Horse: Owen Gets Ready for Main Street, U.S.A. Read Post »
Hear from both the Imagineers and the team at Pixar as they tell stories about their work in bringing Cars Land to life at Disney California Adventure.
VIDEO: ‘Imagineering’ Cars Land – Imagineer Emily Read Post »
Kalo, also known as taro, holds cultural importance for the Hawaiian people. It not only feeds the people of Hawai‘i, but provides a family connection between the people and the ‘āina (or land). At Aulani, guests can learn more about taro and even sample it in some of Aulani’s dishes
Learn about Kalo at Disney’s Aulani Resort Read Post »
You’ve probably heard by now that guests aboard Disney Cruise Line’s special Pixar-inspired California Coast cruises will get to enjoy behind-the-scenes presentations from Pixar Animation Studios filmmakers. Excitement has been brewing and fan sites are abuzz about this added bonus to an already spectacular voyage. And today, Disney Parks Blog fans, you’ll be the first to
Disney Parks Blog Exclusive: Pixar Presenters on California Coastal Disney Cruises Read Post »
You probably noticed that Disney California Adventure park has a certain “glow” this summer. As Erin Glover showed you in July, special Mickey Ear hats that light up the night can be seen throughout the park at various spots in Cars Land, Mad T Party and “World of Color.” They’re
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Last week, we shared the first look inside New Fantasyland’s Enchanted Tales With Belle attraction, which included a tour of Belle’s childhood home and a peek at the magic mirror that transports guests into Beast’s Castle. (Is it just me, or were you amazed by this magical transformation?). We just
In honor of the 30th anniversary of Epcot on October 1, the “Vintage Walt Disney World” column will turn “Vintage Epcot” for the next five weeks. Oftentimes I wish there was a fountain of information somewhere that could give me answers to every question asked to me. If I had
Vintage Epcot: A Look Back at Epcot’s CommuniCore Read Post »
In honor of Aulani’s one year anniversary, Disney served up a big slice of Hawaiian cake! Inspired by the ocean (and complete with sugar coral), this week’s Wedding Cake Wednesday captures the essence of Oahu in a fun, lighthearted dessert. Cheers to many more years of memories!
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Here’s a treat! For a limited time only, this Halloween, enjoy 25% off prevailing rates on a spook-tacular Disney cruise departing October 27, 2012 from Galveston Texas! Onboard, you’ll discover hair-raising experiences, including haunted parties, spooky movies and special Halloween cuisine. Take advantage of this special offer and enjoy an
Save 25% on a Spooktacular Disney Cruise Sailing! Read Post »
We’ve already learned how a horse lands a job at the happiest place on Earth – so now we move on to how he gets ready for his role at Disneyland park. Once the horse is selected, his education begins at Circle D Corral. The two newest horses at the
How a Horse Becomes a Disneyland Horse: Getting Ready for the Show Read Post »
Hear from both the Imagineers and the team at Pixar as they tell stories about their work in bringing Cars Land to life at Disney California Adventure.
VIDEO: ‘Imagineering’ Cars Land – Imagineer Greg Read Post »
Glamping, also known as glamorous camping, has become a recent craze among those of us who prefer easy, stress-free and accessible “camping”. I love that it combines the luxuries of staying in a hotel with everything you love about backwoods camping. It’s the perfect excuse to unplug outside of the
Glamorous Camping: Glamping! Read Post »
I told you a few weeks ago about the enhancements coming to Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawai`i. This morning, some additional details about the new water features and two new quick-service restaurants were unveiled by Joe Rohde, Walt Disney Imagineering Senior Vice President, who led the design work on Aulani.
Disney’s Night of Joy 2012 is just around the corner – less than two weeks away – and we are working fast and furious to make this year’s event the best ever. 2012 marks the event’s 30th year, and I’m thrilled to profile some of our fantastic talent. Today’s post showcases Billboard Magazine’s top-selling
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