Smart talk and stories behind the magic of theme parks
Carousel of Progress. “it’s a small world”. Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room. Journey Into Imagination. These classic Disney attractions have one important thing in common — they all contain brilliant songs by the Sherman Brothers.… Read more...
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One of Disney’s most enduring attractions is easily The Haunted Mansion, which continues to draw new followers each year. Fans obsess about its every detail, and fresh stories keep emerging about its history.… Read more...
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I’m fascinated by the early days of the Universal Studio Tour in Hollywood. The trams originated in the mid ‘60s and remain an essential part of the park today. I didn’t visit until 1985 as a kid, but many early special effects like the flash flood and rockslide were still part of it.… Read more...