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Remembering The Earffel Tower at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Do you remember Disney’s “Earffel Tower” at Walt Disney World? It was a faux water tower that once stood as the park icon for Disney’s Hollywood Studios (or Disney-MGM Studios). The name “Earffel” is a pun on Paris’ Eiffel Tower. It was cleverly adorned with a set of Mickey Mouse ears, and inspired by the … Remembering The Earffel Tower at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Vintage Disney Shopping: Chloe’s Treasure Thursday
Hey howdy hey! In honor of Toy Story 5 hitting theaters this week, we’re looking back at some of the original merchandise from the very first film released back in 1995. It feels strange to call Toy Story vintage, but it has been 31 years! Toy Story holds a special place in my heart. It’s … Vintage Disney Shopping: Chloe’s Treasure Thursday
‘Disneyland Handcrafted’ Creating the Sounds of The Past
Hey Disney history lovers! If you’ve watched Disneyland Handcrafted on Disney+ or YouTube, chances are you felt your heart skip a beat as those incredible archival images rolled across the screen. Seeing Disneyland take shape from dusty orange groves into The Happiest Place on Earth is enough to leave any Disney fan completely captivated. What … ‘Disneyland Handcrafted’ Creating the Sounds of The Past
This Disney Coloring Book Is Packed With Extinct Attraction Easter Eggs
I recently picked up Art of Coloring: Walt Disney World from DisneyStore.com, expecting a relaxing collection of park-inspired illustrations. What I didn’t expect was a surprisingly deep dive into Walt Disney World history. Originally released as part of the resort’s 50th anniversary celebration, the coloring book pulls artwork from both modern park designs and vintage Disney coloring … This Disney Coloring Book Is Packed With Extinct Attraction Easter Eggs
Vintage Disney Shopping: Chloe’s Treasure Thursday
Hey howdy hey! This week’s vintage Disney roundup heads to the second star to the right in honor of Peter Pan. While J.M. Barrie first introduced the boy who wouldn’t grow up in his 1904 stage play (later adapted into the 1911 novel Peter and Wendy) it was Walt Disney’s animated version that firmly planted Neverland into pop culture … Vintage Disney Shopping: Chloe’s Treasure Thursday
Can You Spot All of These Hidden Details in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge?
If you thought Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios was just about riding Star Wars rides, sipping blue milk and dodging stormtroopers, think again. This outpost on Batuu is brimming with theme park secrets… a treasure trove of Easter eggs that would make even a scruffy-looking smuggler do a double take. Throughout Black Spire … Can You Spot All of These Hidden Details in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge?
Vintage Disney Shopping: Chloe’s Treasure Thursday
Hey howdy hey! Can you believe on this day, 60 years ago, “it’s a small world” opened at Disneyland? “it’s a small world” has one of the best origin stories in Disney history. The attraction was commissioned by UNICEF for the 1964-65 New York World’s Fair, where Walt Disney and his Imagineers created a boat … Vintage Disney Shopping: Chloe’s Treasure Thursday
Who is Sid Cahuenga at Disney’s Hollywood Studios?
Just inside the main entrance of Disney’s Hollywood Studios, to the left as you pass through the gates, sits a modest California bungalow that most guests walk right past without a second glance. That’s a shame, because Sid Cahuenga’s One-of-a-Kind is one of the most original and fascinating spots in the entire park. The Man … Who is Sid Cahuenga at Disney’s Hollywood Studios?
Barnabas T. Bullion Letter Commemorates Big Thunder Mountain’s Return
The wildest ride in the wilderness is almost back… and its [fictional] proprietor has a few words to say about it. Ahead of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad‘s return this Sunday at Magic Kingdom, Disney released an in-character memo from none other than Barnabas T. Bullion, President and Proprietor of Big Thunder Mining Co., complete with official … Barnabas T. Bullion Letter Commemorates Big Thunder Mountain’s Return
Vintage Disney Shopping: Chloe’s Treasure Thursday
Hey howdy hey! Receiving a puppy on Christmas morning… A romantic walk in the park… A plate of spaghetti. That’s right, we’re looking back at Walt Disney’s 1955 classic Lady & the Tramp in this week’s vintage Disney roundup! Lady and the Tramp arrived during a time when Walt Disney Productions was continuing to expand what animated storytelling … Vintage Disney Shopping: Chloe’s Treasure Thursday
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