Smart talk and stories behind the magic of theme parks
There are countless books about the history of Walt Disney World and the life of Walt Disney. I have read many of them and appreciate behind-the-scenes details on beloved theme parks. On the other hand, many tend to start sounding the same when you have seen a lot of them.… Read more...
A trademark of the early Disney theme parks was Circle-vision 360°, which used nine large movie screens to place you inside the action. Circle-Vision’s normal use was for travelogues that spanned the world. This changed with the 1992 arrival of Disneyland Paris’ Le Visionarium, which employed the sci-fi premise of time travel.… Read more...
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It’s been a challenging year for Disney. Attendance is slipping, and attractions haven’t always opened smoothly. They’re still delivering a great experience, but it’s a new world. Universal continues to grab market share thanks to Harry Potter and rapid expansion.… Read more...