by Jim Smith | Jan 13, 2022 | Disney, Disney Spotlight Series, Extinct Disney Attractions
“Here you leave today and enter the world of yesterday, tomorrow, and fantasy.” – Walt Disney, July 17, 1955 Disney Parks have long been known for providing a wholesome, family-friendly experience for all who enter the magical gates. Walt always wanted to offer...
by Jim Smith | Jan 7, 2022 | Disney Connections, Harry Potter, Universal Studios
In the hearts of millions worldwide, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter holds a special place. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone – the first film in the series based on author J.K. Rowling’s legendary books – debuted in the U.S. in November 2001. As...
by Jim Smith | Jan 6, 2022 | Disney, Disney Spotlight Series, Extinct Disney Attractions
The American public has long had a fascination with the friendly skies. From the early days of the Wright Brothers through the supersonic age of highways in the sky, people have had a romantic relationship with air travel. Come fly with us today as we visit two of...
by Jim Smith | Dec 29, 2021 | Best of the Best - Disney and Beyond, Disney, Disney Connections
What do you listen to on your way to work, on a morning run, or while taking the dog for a walk? For many – myself included – podcasts are as important a source of information (if not moreso) than reading the paper, searching a news site, browsing Twitter,...
by Jim Smith | Dec 27, 2021 | Disney, Disney Spotlight Series, Marvel, Media, Spotlight
When former Disney CEO Bob Iger made Disney history with his November 2018 announcement of the planned rollout of the Disney+ streaming service, social media buzzed over how Disney would impact the direct-to-consumer (streaming) market. During an anticipation-filled...
