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Spaceship Earth, Scene by Scene: The Introduction

02.15.2019 by Dan Heaton // 13 Comments

Spaceship Earth sets up its theme well with its introduction. — Photo by Dan Heaton

EPCOT Center was my jam. I loved it! Looking back on those original Future World pavilions today, I took for granted just how rare they were (and still are) for a theme park. They brought the type of education we see today in science museums to the masses in an entertaining way.… Read more...

The Details of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge (Photo Essay)

02.04.2019 by Dan Heaton // Leave a Comment

The sign for Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge includes some cool details that fit with the resort's theme. — Photo by Dan Heaton

When I was first stepped into Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge in January 2016, it was one of those eye-opening moments for a Walt Disney World fan. Could I go back to a normal hotel after staying there?… Read more...

63. Skipper Ben Rebstock on Working at Walt Disney World, Inside the Magic, and the Disney/MGM Studios

01.28.2019 by Dan Heaton // Leave a Comment

Skipper Ben Rebstock worked at the Disney/MGM Studios as part of the Disney College Program.

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I’ve closely studied theme parks by visiting in person, reading books, and talking with experts. That information still pares in comparison to working at Walt Disney World. That close perspective gives a different outlook on what it takes to operate the parks.… Read more...