Tag Archives: Walt Disney World

Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride Attraction Merchandise: Candy Dish

Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride attraction at Disneyland is an enduring classic dark ride that literally takes you to Hell and back. Well, to a version of Hell filled with flashing lights and cardboard cutouts. But before Mr. Toad inhabited this … Continue reading

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Walt Disney World Millennium Die Cast Vehicle Set

Do you remember all the way back to the year 2000 when we thought there was going to be an electronic apocalypse and things would never be the same? But then Disney up and slapped a big wand with the … Continue reading

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1982 EPCOT Center Figment Plush

EPCOT opened as EPCOT Center on October 1st of 1982. So this Figment plush would have been sold during the first year of that parks operation. Figment, a small purple dragon, seen below sporting a yellow sweater, is the mascot of … Continue reading

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Disney’s All Star Movies Resort Hidden Mickey Towel Art

We’ve stayed on property at Walt Disney World several times but the first time was the most memorable. We spent 15 days and 14 nights on one of the most extensive and fun vacations ever! As always with a Disney … Continue reading

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Walt Disney World Castle Salt & Pepper Shakers

So much food to season, so little time! The British comedian Michael McIntyre does a routine wherein he chronicles the angst that exists among spices. The whole bit relies on the fact that salt and pepper are the main spices … Continue reading

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Book Review: Disney World at 50 – Orlando Sentinel

Publisher: Triumph Books Year: 2021 Pages: 176 Type: Hardcover ISBN: 978-1-62937-982-1 “Because 50 years later, we’re still Mickey’s neighbors.” Walt Disney World opened in Florida on October 1st of 1971. The Orlando Sentinel newspaper was there to cover the construction, the opening, the first years, … Continue reading

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CAA Magazine: Disney ‘Magic in the Making’ Article

I love collecting ephemera, paper pieces that are made to be discarded after use, so that I can reference them later. Often, articles like the one in this CAA Magazine can be quite informative, or at least provide a snapshot … Continue reading

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Vintage Walt Disney World 4-Park Magnet

Things change and nowhere is that truer than at a Disney Theme Park. Walt Disney World has seen icons and attractions come and go, one of which is featured on the souvenir magnet featured in this post. The original 130-foot … Continue reading

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Foodie Friday: Walt Disney World Mugs

It’s time to sit back and relax with nice hot drink! What is your beverage of choice? Mine is coffee but I also drink a spot of tea now and then. On this, another Foodie Friday, I thought I’d share … Continue reading

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Walt Disney World ‘Lands’ Glass Coaster Set

Where would you like to go in Walt Disney World? Each ‘Land’ offers something unique and exciting to explore! But eventually, you have to go home (insert sad face here). But Disney Merchandising has you covered with this Walt Disney … Continue reading

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