Smart talk and stories behind the magic of theme parks
To an easily frightened child, there are plenty of tense moments in Walt Disney World attractions. This was especially true when I was a kid during the 1980s. Snow White’s Scary Adventures terrified us with its recurring Witch, Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride sent you to hell, and Martin Short explained how babies were made in The Making of Me.… Read more...
One of my favorite aspects of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge is the calming atmosphere of staying there. I spend a lot of time just walking around the Jambo House lobby and strolling through the hallways. The physical environment is just part of the story; it’s the music that sells the experience.… Read more...
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There’s no easy way to update a classic Disneyland attraction. We connect with them emotionally and want to preserve that feeling. Disney Imagineers faced this challenge when they refreshed The Jungle Cruise last year.… Read more...