Smart talk and stories behind the magic of theme parks
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...
When I was a kid in the ‘80s, Tomorrowland was easily my favorite place in The Magic Kingdom. Attractions like Space Mountain, If You Had Wings, and the People Mover drew many repeat trips during our visit.… Read more...