by Jim Smith | Oct 17, 2021 | Disney, Extinct Disney Attractions, Facts and Figment Travel Planning
“Disneyland will never be completed, as long as there is imagination left in the world.” – Walt Disney Walt’s philosophy was to always improve those things which were already great. This philosophy has made the Disney parks the most progressive, engaging, and...
by Jim Smith | Oct 5, 2021 | Disney, Disney Parks & Resorts, Extinct Disney Attractions
At fifty years young, Walt Disney World has presented guests with unforgettable experiences since October 1, 1971. Over this time, the resort has grown and expanded as a world class destination, including four theme parks, two water parks, thirty-some-odd hotels, and...
by Jim Smith | Aug 6, 2021 | Disney Parks & Resorts, Disney Trivia, Lists and Trivia
When Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland opened in 1971 it was – much like Disneyland’s Tomorrowland in 1955 – an unfinished land with a sterile, almost barren appearance. On opening day October 2, 1971, Tomorrowland offered only two attractions: the Grand Prix...
by Jim Smith | Jul 2, 2021 | Disney, Disney Parks & Resorts, Disney Spotlight Series, Disney Trivia, Lists and Trivia
Happy, Happy, Happy, Happy Holiday Friends! And Happy Independence Day to those who celebrate! Few things feel as American to me as Main Street USA, and when on Main Street, I always make a point to visit my favorite citizens, the Dapper Dans! Their harmonies are...
by Jim Smith | May 18, 2021 | Disney, Disney Parks & Resorts, Lists, Role Call - The Best of Disney, Travel Planning
“Disney World – Why would you go there without kids?” This question is asked by many a person who thinks a Disney vacation is something you only do with a young family. For diehard Disney Parks fans, the idea of visiting the parks and resorts without kids is a...
