Tag Archives: Theme Parks

Die Cast Metal Superstar Limo

Posted on December 19, 2015 by Dis-LEE

Disney’s California Adventure didn’t get off to a good start. The attractions left a little to be desired, including the one featured today. Superstar Limo was situated in the Hollywood Pictures Backlot area of the park and was one of … Continue reading →

Posted in Attractions, Collectibles, Theme Parks, Toys | Tagged Attractions, Collectibles, Diecast, Disney's California Adventure, Donald Duck, Merchandise, Mickey Mouse, Pluto, Superstar Limo, Theme Parks, Toys | 1 Comment

Palm Tree over the Weeki Wachee River

Posted on October 29, 2015 by Dis-LEE

I love roadside attractions, and Weeki Wachee Springs is really a great one! It’s old and somewhat tacky but a lot of fun none the less. You can take a cruise down the Weeki Wachee river to see native Floridian … Continue reading →

Posted in Attractions, Photography, Theme Parks, Zoos | Tagged Palm Trees, Photography, Roadside Attractions, Theme Parks, Weeki Wachee Springs, Zoos | Leave a comment

Greenfield Village – Classic Car Engine

Posted on October 27, 2015 by Dis-LEE

In Greenfield Village at The Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, MI, they have an annual classic car show. The cars featured hark back to a time when everything about the vehicle was a work of art! Case in point: Four … Continue reading →

Posted in Attractions, Photography, Theme Parks | Tagged Attractions, Chrome, Classic Cars, Greenfield Village, Motors, Photography, The Henry Ford Museum, Theme Parks, Vintage Cars | Leave a comment

Walt Disney World FASTPASS Tickets

Posted on October 22, 2015 by Dis-LEE

My wife and I have been to Walt Disney World many times and love all of the rides. We don’t enjoy lining up for them, however, so usually pick our timing very strategically! If we have to spend more than … Continue reading →

Posted in Attractions, Ephemera, Theme Parks, Walt Disney World | Tagged Attractions, Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin, Ephemera, Fastpass, FastPass tickets, Honey I Shrunk the Audience, Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular, Kilimanjaro Safari, Mission Space, Peter Pan's Flight, Rock n Roller Coaster, Soarin, Star Tours, Stitch's Great Escape, Test Track, Theme Parks, Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, Voyage of the Little Mermaid, Walt Disney World | Leave a comment

Canada’s Wonderland – Merchandise Review featuring PEANUTS

Posted on September 15, 2015 by Dis-LEE

Canada’s Wonderland doesn’t have the extensive shopping opportunities of a Disney park, but it doesn’t really need to. With so many thrill rides to fill a visitors time, who is going to want to spend time spending more money? Well, … Continue reading →

Posted in Clothing, Merchandise, Theme Parks | Tagged Canada's Wonderland, Charles M. Schulz, Charlie Brown, Clothing, Merchandise, Peanuts, Purses, Red Baron, Snoopy, Store Displays, T-shirts, Theme Parks | Leave a comment

Places: The Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, MI

Posted on September 14, 2015 by Dis-LEE

Today we are discussing a museum that your family needs to visit: THE HENRY FORD My wife and I first visited this museum in 2007. At the time, we were living just outside of Windsor, ON. Being as this … Continue reading →

Posted in Photography, Places, Reviews, Theme Parks | Tagged Concept Cars, Greenfield Village, Henry Ford, Lincoln Futura, Menlo Park, Model T, Motor Muster, Museums, Old Car Festival, Photography, Places, Reviews, The Henry Ford Museum, Theme Parks, Tintype, Walt Disney, Wienermobile | 17 Comments

Canada’s Wonderland: Dinosaurs Alive

Posted on September 13, 2015 by Dis-LEE

One of the highlights of our trip to Canada’s Wonderland was the amazing dinosaur exhibit called Dinosaur’s Alive. This traveling exhibit was laid out along a winding path with more dinosaurs than I was expecting! Each came to life as … Continue reading →

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Canada’s Wonderland: Scenery

Posted on September 9, 2015 by Dis-LEE

Canada’s Wonderland is a very nice park. Although it isn’t a true contender to take on a Disney park, it has a lot to offer none the less! Theming is one area that could be better but that doesn’t mean … Continue reading →

Posted in Attractions, Photography, Theme Parks | Tagged Attractions, Canada's Wonderland, International Street, iPhone 6, Photography, Snoopy's Symphony of Water, Starlight Spectacular: Illumination of Water, The Royal Fountain, Theme Parks, Wonder Mountain's Guardian | Leave a comment

Canada’s Wonderland Vs. Disney Parks

Posted on September 7, 2015 by Dis-LEE

Only one mountain, but it’s a doozy! When amusement parks go head to head, it’s very hard to pick a clear winner. Any determination will be highly subjective and depend entirely on the taste of the reviewer. The purpose of … Continue reading →

Posted in Attractions, Reviews, Theme Parks, Trip Report, Vacation Planning | Tagged Attractions, Backlot Stunt Coaster, Canada's Wonderland, Charlie Brown, Charlie Brown's Jungle Journey, Dimensions: A Cirque Experience, Dinosaurs Alive, Disneyland, Peanuts, Refillable Cup, Reviews, Snoopy, Splash Works, Swan Boats, The Leviathan, Theme Parks, Trip Report, Vacation Planning, Walt Disney World | Leave a comment

Walt Visits (Walt) Disney World

Posted on August 10, 2015 by Dis-LEE

“Quality will out… Keep the place as clean as you can keep it… keep it friendly.. and I think that will hang on after… Disney (indicating himself).” – Walt Disney From Project X to The Florida Project to Disney World … Continue reading →

Posted in Cast Members, Lists, Theme Parks | Tagged Cast Members, Lists, Maintenance, The Vacation Kingdom, Theme Parks, Top 5, Transportation, Walt Disney, Walt Disney World | 5 Comments