Category Archives: Theme Parks

BOOK REVIEW: A Visit to the New York World’s Fair

Posted on July 26, 2012 by Dis-LEE

Fans of all things Disney will no doubt know of the importance of the 1964/65 New York World’s Fair to Disney Theme Parks. It was at this fair, for which Disney created four shows, that the “Audio-Animatronics” and “People Mover” … Continue reading →

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Used Walt Disney World Postcards

Posted on July 14, 2012 by Dis-LEE

Having a postcard that is actually written on, telling of someone’s vacation, the weather, and how much fun they are having, is a special treat! The older of the 2 cards featured in this post takes us all the way … Continue reading →

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Pewter Epcot Center Bell and Figment Figure

Posted on May 23, 2012 by Dis-LEE

I picked these two pewter pieces up in the early 90’s. I love Spaceship Earth, so I had to have this for one very good reason: It was affordable! A driving motivation in most of my purchases.      No indication … Continue reading →

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Donald and Pluto Storybook Vinylmations

Posted on May 13, 2012 by Dis-LEE

So, are you a Vinylmation fan? We are here at Disney Nouns and have quite a few figures between us. Sometimes we come across some sets that we just can’t resist: This Theme Park exclusive Storybook Vinylmations set comes from … Continue reading →

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Disneyland Magic Kingdom Pin Map

Posted on March 24, 2012 by Dis-LEE

.In April of 2005, to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Disneyland, the Disney Catalog reprinted a 1956 Disneyland map, and produced pins of certain attractions and other elements into six pins representing the original Disneyland lands, limited to 1500 sets. … Continue reading →

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Pirates of the Caribbean Auctioneer and Redhead Figurines

Posted on February 5, 2012 by Dis-LEE

We wants the Redhead! One of the most popular rides at any Disney park it’s in is Pirates of the Caribbean, and one of the most memorable scenes is the Bride Auction scene. However, that scene has been changed and … Continue reading →

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Tomart’s Disneyana – Issue 8

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Dis-LEE

I have all 74 issues of this great magazine, most in one place, but I need to locate others. But here is issue #8:..This issues coverage starts out on the inside cover with merchandise from Indiana Jones Adventure in Disneyland..Next … Continue reading →

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Walt Disney World Holiday Planner – Part Six

Posted on January 28, 2012 by Dis-LEE

Disney Institute and Florida . We now arrive at the end of our coverage of the 1996 Holiday Planner for the 25th Anniversary of Walt Disney World. And it’s been a great ride! . . What I really enjoyed was … Continue reading →

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Walt Disney World Holiday Planner – Part Five

Posted on January 28, 2012 by Dis-LEE

Resorts . We’re winding down now in our coverage of the WDW 1996 Holiday Planner. But perhaps this post will cover one of the most expansive parts of the World: . . Who has more Resorts than WDW? . . . … Continue reading →

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Walt Disney World Holiday Planner – Part Four

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Dis-LEE

Recreation and Pleasure Island . Golf. The only four letter word allowed on WDW property! And there is a lot of it. The Holiday Planner video picks up with a look at the various courses available. . . Then we … Continue reading →

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