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Brian

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Just your friendly neighborhood fan of tropical hideaways, Victorian boardwalks, mid-century tomorrows, ancient temples, and cursed forests! In between dreaming of Dole Whips, I'm a museum experience developer. I'm also the researcher behind Theme Park Tourist's Legend Library – filled with stories of Lost Legends, Modern Marvels, Declassified Disasters, and more.

Articles by Brian:

The "Walt" in "Disney World": 3 Florida Classics Honored With Walt Disney's Name

We've collected three attractions you'll find in Central Florida that have been honored with Walt Disney's official seal of approval – his name.

SURVIVORS: The Last Places to See Disappearing Disney & Universal Parks Classics... While You Can

The only thing that stays the same... is change.

Bursting the "Disney Bubble" – 8 Lost Perks & New Upcharges for Disney World's 50th Anniversary

While the "magic" of staying on property may be priceless, the slashed services and new charges come with significant costs that just may burst the "Disney Bubble's" magic for many... So today, we'll take a good, hard look at eight one-time perks of staying in a Walt Disney World resort hotel that have since been slashed or replaced with an upcharge... 

Mine Train Through Nature's Wonderland: The Story of Walt Disney's Forgotten E-Ticket

Long before the wildest ride in the wilderness gave guests a runaway tour of the red rocked Southwest, Disneyland offered a more serene way to see the sights and wander through the wildlife of North America... 

If EACH World Showcase Pavilion Had a 'Disney' Ride, Which Of These Would You Pick?

If each of World Showcase's pavilions gained a dark ride showing what that country has contributed to Disney's stories and the lessons we learned from them, which films would represent each country's role? These are just our ideas, but we'd love to hear yours in the comments below!

These 5 Disney Rides Have NO CHANCE of Becoming Movies, But We'd Like To See Them On the SMALL Screen!

Some rides just should NOT become movies...

Comparing Kingdoms: The Ultimate Diagram of Disney's "Castle Park" Ride Lineups, Overlaps, & Exclusives

What makes each "Castle Park" special? What makes each worth visiting on its own? What does it have that no other "Castle Park" does?

TPT REPORT CARD: How Well Is Each Disney Park Living Up To Its Opening Day Dedication?

Today, we'll compare each U.S. Disney Park's current state to the dedication presented at its opening and "grade" how well each is doing at living up to its Opening Day hopes... Do you agree with our grades?

Knott's Bear-y Tales: From A Southern California Classic to the Berry-Blasting Return to the Fair

How did one of Disney’s most esteemed Imagineers create an attraction that became a Southern Californian treasure? And how has the concept made a miraculous return? Well, let’s just say… it’s kind of a cute story…

Discovering Noah's Ark: Inside the Reimagining of Kennywood's Last-of-Its-Kind Walkthrough Treasure

We hope you'll join us for a journey to Noah's Ark. 

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