Once I started blogging, I started taking pictures like crazy every time I visited the parks. Who knew if I’d eventually need a photo of that angle? That building? That seemingly insignificant tree? Over time, I’ve amassed quite the collection of fun – but useless – images from around the resort. Since they’ll probably never […] Read more…
When Disneyland reopened after it’s 2020 closure, the MaxPass and fast pass systems didn’t reappear in the parks. For months, fans have speculated as to how the system would be updated, or even if it would return at all. And finally, Disneyland has announced its replacement – along with a few other new additions to […] Read more…
Imagineers undoubtedly pave the way for future theme park designers, often being the first to implement a new technology, style, or even standard that raises the industry bar. But sometimes, Imagineers themselves achieve firsts within Disney itself. Meet Harriet Burns, the first female Imagineer. Source: D23 A born and raised Texan, Burns and her family […] Read more…
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of New Orleans Square? You probably go straight to Pirates and the Haunted Mansion. For me, it’s actually the little streets. I just love walking up and down Royal Street, Orleans Street, and winding my way back to the train station. The balconies have […] Read more…
Welcome to Ask The Duchess – Vol. 58, a monthly Q&A post covering a variety of resort-related topics. Ask The Duchess answers questions submitted by readers. If you have a question you’d like answered, send me a message here. 1. Do I have to buy either a Halloween party ticket or a regular ticket? Or can […] Read more…
Source: Disney Parks Blog After Disneyland announced the end of the annual pass program last year, fans have eagerly been awaiting its replacement. And starting later this month, the new Magic Key program officially enters the Disneyland universe. The Magic Key program has some general similarities and some general differences from the previous pass program: […] Read more…
I truly cannot believe it’s already August. This summer is just racing by – and Disneyland is chugging along fairly quietly, without much drama or major construction. Still, there are a few things in the works at the resort, so let’s take a look back at July at the happiest place on earth. JUNGLE CRUISE […] Read more…
Concept art is never an exact architectural plan for a land. Instead, it’s more like a stylized vision board conveying the land’s story, major elements, etc. Concept art brings the written and technical ideas to life in a visual way. I love looking through concept art to see how a land’s ideas eventually translate into […] Read more…
Have you ever wanted to go behind-the-scenes of your favorite attraction – discover the stories behind the ghosts haunting a certain mansion, or explore what it takes to fly into space? Welcome to Disney+’s newest series: Behind the Attraction. Behind the Attraction covers 10 different fan favorite rides. Only the first 5 have been released, […] Read more…
Source: Matterhorn 1959 July 1955 – Summer 1960 LOCATION Main Street USA – The Town Square Realty office was part of the Main Street Opera House building, in the town square by the train station. Visitors arriving on Main Street from the park gates saw the Opera House on the right, across from the Town Square’s […] Read more…
It’s impossible to miss Radiator Springs Racers when you visit Cars Land. Visitors come back for race after race, and after a while, the walkways and rock formations feel like home. But there’s one little rock formation you’ve probably walked by a million times and never thought twice about – and it has a back […] Read more…
A few weeks ago, I shared the first of a new series highlighting some amazing Imagineers that shaped Disneyland. For this post, I’d like to share the contributions of a lesser-known Imagineer: Alice Davis. Source: The Kingdom Insider Alice Davis, born 1929, never set out to be an Imagineer. As a student as the Chouinard […] Read more…
Hey there, fellow visitor to Radiator Springs! Are you headed to the race track today? We’ve been invited to join the race – come on, I’ll show you the way. Honestly, the path to the racetrack is one of the most stunning parts of Radiator Springs. We’ll pass under bridges, around clusters of cacti, and […] Read more…
As the Disneyland Resort continues to reopen and expand offerings, fans have been waiting with baited breath to hear about this year’s Halloween lineup. Finally, we know what to expect, with this year’s season running from September 3 to October 31. Let’s see what’s coming. OOGIE BOOGIE BASH RETURNS Source: Disneyland Resort This year, California […] Read more…