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Jett Farrell-Vega
Thursday, January 25, 2024

10 Helpful Hacks to Make Bringing a Baby to Disney Parks Easier

Most people love a good travel hack, and here we explain 10 tips from seasoned Disney parents that can help make your life a lot easier when bringing a baby to Disney parks...
Mickey's Toontown
Marty Martin
Saturday, January 13, 2024

Evaluating The Whimsical Charm of Mickey's Toontown At Disneyland Park

Nestled within the enchanting realm of Disneyland Park in Anaheim, California, lies a whimsical haven that transports visitors to a world of timeless charm and laughter – Mickey's Toontown...
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Jett Farrell-Vega
Tuesday, January 9, 2024

Meltdown! How to Resolve 6 Reasons Your Tiny Child is Freaking Out at Disney Parks

What are some of the common situations that cause small children to meltdown in Disney parks, and more importantly, what are some tools you can have on hand to de-escalate the situation? Here’s everything you need to know...
Marvel Spider-Man MCU
Brian
Sunday, December 31, 2023

It's Official: Marvel Needs a Reset... Here's What Disney Is Planning to Do About It.

Disney's typically-tight-lipped leaders have spoken out about the need for a change at Marvel, primarily around two areas where the once-dominating brand has shown some serious flaws...
Matterhorn Bobsleds Facade
Ellie Igou
Thursday, December 28, 2023

Dark Park History: The Matterhorn Bobsleds And How Tragedy Has Led To A Faultless Safety History Since 1984

The Matterhorn Bobsleds at Disneyland have had a faultless safety record since changes were put into place after tragedy struck in 1984...
Tomorrowland
Marty Martin
Saturday, December 16, 2023

Rethinking Tomorrowland: Bridging the Gap Between Nostalgia and Futurism at Disneyland

In this article, we explore why Tomorrowland doesn't quite capture the essence of the future and propose ways to infuse it with a genuine sense of futurism...
Splash Mountain
Amanda Dwyer
Wednesday, December 13, 2023

REST IN PIECES: 10 Roller Coasters And Attractions We Lost In 2023

From classic icons to family coasters, here are 10 rides we lost in 2023...
Disneyland 100
Marty Martin
Wednesday, December 6, 2023

Top 3 Intellectual Properties Disney Should Acquire for New Attractions, Do You Agree?

Would lands and attractions based on the popular IPs Star Trek, Dr Seuss and Sonic The Hedgehog be great additions at Disney theme parks? Let's explore...
Disneyland Funnel Cakes
Marty Martin
Saturday, December 2, 2023

Funnel Cake Wars: Disneyland vs Knott's Berry Farm, Which Is The Best?

It's a straight battle between the legendary Funnel Cake at Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm. Which will come out on top and do you agree?
Matterhorn Bobsleds
Amanda Dwyer
Thursday, November 30, 2023

Arrow Development: The Story Of How This Ride Manufacturer Revolutionized The Theme Park Industry

No other ride manufacturer has had the same impact as Arrow Development. For nearly six decades, under a few different names, Arrow pioneered innovations that made way for the modern marvels of theme park engineering we know today...
Pirates of the Caribbean Ride Entrance
Ellie Igou
Wednesday, November 22, 2023

This History of Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean Ride

For many visitors at Disney parks, it’s a nostalgic ride and a must-do for many families, but relatively few of those visitors know the long history of this beloved attraction...
I-Rex Animatronic
Ellie Igou
Tuesday, November 21, 2023

Here Are 6 Of The Most Impressive Theme Park Animatronics Ever!

If you are tired of seeing screens in theme park attractions and want to see some very impressive animatronics, look no further. Here are 6 of the most impressive animatronics of all time...

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