History
Disney Tips shares the history behind Disney theme parks, movies, and more.
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Nov- 2022 -10 November
The History of EPCOT’s Horizons
Like Cinderella’s Castle at the Magic Kingdom and the Tree of Life at Animal Kingdom, Spaceship Earth is the icon for Walt Disney World‘s EPCOT. But when we talk about it as an icon we usually just mean the immense…
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4 November
Learn The Backstories Behind Every Walt Disney World Roller Coaster
Roller coasters might just be the most popular amusement park attraction in the entire world. Dating back to the days of the first parks in New York’s Coney Island, roller coasters have always been high-speed, high-thrill attractions that serve as…
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3 November
What Is The Reedy Creek Improvement District and Why Does It Matter?
If you’re a fan of Disney Parks (and especially of Walt Disney World), then you’ve doubtless heard a lot of talk lately about the Reedy Creek Improvement District. After Disney CEO Bob Chapek took a public stance against Florida’s notorious…
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Oct- 2022 -28 October
Who Are All Those Ghosts in the Haunted Mansion?
You’ve visited the Haunted Mansion more times than you’ve visited some family members’ homes. You know every word to “Grim Grinning Ghosts.” You automatically know to move to the dead center of the Stretching Room (though still closest to the…
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27 October
What Is EPCOT, Anyway?
EPCOT. Epcot. EPCOT Center. The Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow. Walt Disney World‘s “second gate,” EPCOT, has been many things – and had many names – over the course of its 40-year existence, ranging from a plan for an actual…
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27 October
Disney’s Blizzard Beach: A History
Disney’s Blizzard Beach is one of two water parks in the Walt Disney World Resort. Since the COVID pandemic, the Walt Disney World water park has been closed to Guests, leaving Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park as the only one…
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20 October
The History of That Lovable Fellow, Figment
When EPCOT first opened in 1981, it was hardly a child-friendly Park. Between the presentational and pedagogical attractions of Future World, the lack of rides in World Showcase, and the massive amount of walking required to traverse the two halves…
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Jan- 2022 -18 January
Have You Ever Noticed This Hidden Piece of History at Disney Springs?
Disney Springs is THE place to go for shopping and dining at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. From the themed dinners at Rainforest Cafe and T-Rex Cafe to the merchandise marvel that is World of Disney, Disney Guests are…
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Oct- 2019 -25 October
The History of Halloween at Walt Disney World and Other Disney Parks
Halloween has become a major holiday for many of us, and one that can be extremely fun to celebrate. Disney Parks Blog shared an amazing look of the history of Halloween within Walt Disney World and other Disney Parks and…
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Jan- 2016 -14 January
8 Totally True Facts About Walt Disney’s Life
Guests who enjoy a Walt Disney World vacation can experience thrilling and classic attractions, over twenty different Disney Resorts, world class dining, shopping, live entertainment, and recreation. With so many amazing experiences to be had on one vacation, guests often…
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