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Author Archives: Krysten Swensen

A born and bred New England girl living the Disney life in Southern California. I love to read, to watch The Golden Girls, and love everything to do with Disney and Universal. I also love to share daily doses of Disney on my Disney Instagram @BrazzleDazzleDisney!

RARE Disney Characters Return to Magic Kingdom After 25 Years!

An ancient brick structure entwined with tree branches stands in a pond, surrounded by scaffolding and lush greenery. Tall columns with circular tops are visible nearby under a cloudy sky.

On April 22, 1998, Walt Disney World Resort opened its fourth — and possibly its most beautiful theme park — Animal Kingdom. The new theme park allowed guests to get closer to some of Africa’s most stunning animals. Kilimanjaro Safari took guests onto the African savanna, letting them admire creatures like rhinos, giraffes, zebras, hippos, lions, and even Nile crocodiles. ...

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Disney Confirms New Look for Haunted Mansion’s Hatbox Ghost Character!

A man and woman ride in a dark amusement park attraction at Disney's Haunted Mansion, sitting in a two-seater pod. The man looks surprised with his mouth open, while the woman appears focused on the ride. The scene is dimly lit, creating a suspenseful atmosphere.

We’ll live happily ever after. Till death do us part. There are many attractions that are considered essential parts of the Disney experience — rides like Pirates of the Caribbean, the Jungle Cruise, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Space Mountain, Dumbo The Flying Elephant, and the Haunted Mansion. Many guests can’t take a trip to Disney without riding many, if not all, of these ...

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Disney Guests Criticize Popular Theme Park Land as ‘a Waste’

Hollywood Land at Disney California Adventure Park

In 2001, Disney opened a brand-new theme park at the Disneyland Resort — Disney California Adventure Park. The new park transported guests to various places and times in California history. They could head to the Boardwalk and enjoy things like the California Screamin’ Rollercoaster or Mickey’s Fun Wheel. They could head down Buena Vista Street and see various performances. And ...

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