Moana has been such an inspirational force for so many people around the world. The film has touched not only Polynesians, but people from every walk of life. So, what inspired Disney filmmakers to send a teenager on a wayfinding quest in a voyaging canoe? In their research for Moana, Ron Clements, John Musker and… Continue reading Step Aboard Hokuleʻa: How this Real-Life Voyaging Canoe Inspired Moana
From a deep-seated love of the original Pirates of the Caribbean attraction at Disneyland (now celebrating its 50th Anniversary) came the Pirates film empire that we know today. For many younger guests, Captain Jack Sparrow was their first Disney pirate. If you long for the open seas…and ye come seekin’ adventure: ye be in… Continue reading D23 Expo Celebrates Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean Films
How many of you love Pirates of the Caribbean? Was your first memory of Pirates from Disneyland? Or perhaps Disney World? For younger generations, their first Disney pirate may have been Captain Jack Sparrow from the blockbuster films. Well, if ye come seekin’ adventure, keep a weather eye open. There be pirates in these waters… Continue reading Yo Ho! Celebrating Over 50 Years of Disney Pirates at D23 Expo
This article was first published on LaughingPlace.com on June 15, 2016. Questions and rumors about Shanghai Disneyland abound. As Disney’s newest theme park prepares for its debut June 16, 2016 there are so many questions still unanswered. I was privileged to preview SH Disneyland in May during Trial Operations, and was truly impressed with the scope… Continue reading Answers to 10 Essential Questions About Shanghai Disneyland
We were privileged to preview Shanghai Disneyland in May 2016, before its official opening June 16, 2016. With an impressive collection of opening attractions -- many of them unique to Shanghai's park -- the top prize is claimed by "Pirates of the Caribbean: Battle for Sunken Treasure" for its jaw-dropping cinematic beauty on an epic scale. Having now seen all six Disney… Continue reading Preview Shanghai Disneyland’s New Jaw-Dropping “Pirates” Attraction
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