pirates of the caribbean

I remember the first time I rode the Pirates of the Caribbean in the Magic Kingdom. We were visiting family and my cousins both worked at the Magic Kingdom: one was a lead on Main St. U.S.A. and the other in Fantasyland. It was not too long after the ride had opened...

jungle cruise pics

Unusually early rain for a Florida Summer has decreased my frequency of visits to the park, but I spent a nice afternoon at the Magic Kingdom this past week. During the day, spent some time on the Jungle Cruise in Adventureland and what a great time we had. Inspired...

mickey monsters

Mickey Monsters are here to visit the theme parks. They try to blend in by disguising themselves as Mickey and other characters that they meet on their visit. Keep an eye out for Mickey Monsters. They could be right in front of you! What are they? A new series of...

golfing + summertime = disney

Living in Florida has many perks: miles of beaches, great weather, animated neighbors, etc. One of the greatest things, however is the easy access to some of the greatest golf courses in the world. The Walt Disney World Resort is home to 5 great courses (actually more...

vinylmation +

I have been collecting toys as long as I can remember. Even before growing out of childhood, I clearly recall collecting toys that I knew I had outgrown as playthings but wished to preserve the toy for my future shelf. As I grew older, I discovered I continued to keep...

sports

When Disney’s Wide World of Sports opened, a lot of people wondered why Disney would venture into the sports arena. Fact of the matter is that Disney had been involved in the sporting business for years, most notably its partnership with the Amateur Athletic...