You know the quote: All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them. ~ Walt Disney As I sat watching the acts of courage playing out on the field in front of me, I couldn't help but think back to the first time I had volunteered at the Special Olympics World Games in 1984. The determination, work ethic and grit that these athletes display literally fills your spirit; the words that founder Eunice Shriver pronounced 50 years ago are relevant still: "Let me win; but if I cannot win, let me be brave in … [Read more...]
Red Car Trolley Tidbits
Gotta love vintage. Just as turn-of-the-century jitneys, fire engines, omnibuses and horse-drawn streetcars set the scene on Main Street, U.S.A., the Red Car Trolley graces Buena Vista Street in Disney's California Adventure. Reminiscent of the vehicles that criss-crossed Los Angeles when Walt and Roy Disney arrived in 1923, a ride on this "Hollywood Car" style trolley not only moves you around the park, it directly transports you back to that time and place nearly a century ago. I can't wait to again take passage as a time … [Read more...]
What’s That Smell at the Disney Parks?
The mere mention of orange groves, cinnamon apple pie and sugary confections instantly transports a Walt Disney World fan to Soarin’, Mickey’s PhilharMagic and Main Street U.S.A. respectively. Thanks to years of aroma marketing research, The Walt Disney Company is literally putting stock in that reaction. In the late 20th century, a Walt Disney World Imagineer (and former Lockheed Martin Rocket Scientist) invented a “Scent Blitzer” delivery system to introduce aromas into attractions and special events at that Park. Since that … [Read more...]
Mr. Toad Time
J. Thaddeus Toad, Esq. I hereby announce my departure from regions beyond to take a jaunty journey across the pond, merrily going to nowhere in particular. So as not to be forgotten, a tribute to myself for you, dear friend, for this is not the end. Exciting adventures await. Farewell, until we meet again, at a later date! Why does this Dark Ride pull on our heartstrings? Perhaps because it was one of our firsts; my family's first in 1972 (it was one of the Magic Kingdoms opening day attractions on October 1, 1971. … [Read more...]
Disneyland Favorites~ Snacks, Attractions and Restaurants
Welcome to those of you joining me from Disney on Wheels, and those of you just hopping aboard. I am the Final stop on our Magical Blogorail. It's August! And that means our return to Disneyland is right around the river bend. I've been in heavy research mode, and in a California state of mind. While we are planning for the new and different (more about that in weeks to come), I thought I'd review our tried-and-true favorites. Disneyland Park Snacks Candy Palace I tried the Fruit Skewers this … [Read more...]
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