by Jim Smith | Oct 24, 2023 | Travel News, Travel Planning
(A version of this article was shared with Pirates and Princesses and published on October 24, 2023.) Disney Cruise Line has announced details on the Haunted Mansion Parlor – a lounge aboard the forthcoming Disney Treasure which will immerse guests in the next...
by Jim Smith | Jul 28, 2023 | Disney, Disney Legends, Disney Spotlight Series
“Welcome, foolish mortals!” You might not know his name, but you know his voice. Paul Frees, considered by many to be on par with Mel Blanc as a “man of a thousand voices” lent his voice talents to several legendary Disney characters and attractions, as well as quite...
by Jim Smith | Jul 20, 2023 | Disney, Disney Legends, Disney Spotlight Series
He’s the master of the Haunted Mansion. Or is he? Shrouded in mystery, the character of Master Gracey is almost as magical as the legend who created him. Yale Gracey was a quiet, unassuming man, yet his creations spoke loudly (one might even say they screamed). Let’s...
by Jim Smith | Jul 16, 2023 | Disney Parks & Resorts, Fun Facts, Spotlight, Trivia and Games
“This chamber has no windows and no doors… which offers you this chilling challenge: to find a way out!” Like yin & yang, sweet & sour, and chocolate & peanut butter, Disney’s Haunted Mansion is the perfect combination of two opposite flavors – scary...
by Jim Smith | Jul 9, 2023 | Disney, Disney Legends, Disney Spotlight Series
“Hurry back! Hurry back! Be sure to bring your death certificate, if you decide to join us. Make final arrangements now! We’ve been dying… to have you…” These “inviting” words have haunted countless guests exiting Disney’s Haunted Mansion...
