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Take the “First Ride of the Day” at a Disney Park

By Courtney Potter Taking a trip to a Disney Park is a truly memorable experience. There are the mind-blowing attractions, the tune-filled shows, the nighttime fireworks spectaculars, and all that delicious food! But the excitement doesn’t actually start there… sometimes, it starts before you’ve even stepped foot inside a park! “It’s very exciting, because you …

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Get the Picture: Foolproof Tips from a Disney Photographer

We’re asking Disney photographers from around the world for their best tips and tricks in our new series, Get the Picture. From what time of day to shoot Cinderella Castle to interesting angles at Castaway Cay, learn how to create picture-perfect moments wherever you are! In this edition, we asked Walt Disney Archives Photo Editor …

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Matterhorn Bobsleds

6 One-Of-A-Kind Disney Coasters From Around the World

By Tyler Slater Click click click… moment of silence and then… well, we all know what happens next. There are few experiences more thrilling than reaching the peak of a roller coaster. To celebrate National Roller Coaster Day, D23 is sharing fun facts and distinct details about attractions found at Disney Parks around the world. …

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Stay Tuned for New Rogue One Trailer—Plus More in News Briefs

By Courtney Potter New Rogue One Trailer to Air During Rio Olympics, This Thursday! UPDATE: The new Rogue One trailer is here! The torch has been lit, and athletes from around the globe have descended on Rio for the 2016 Summer Olympics! If that wasn’t exciting enough, get this: During this Thursday’s live Olympic coverage, …

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Elliott in Main Street Electrical Parade

Fierce Friends: Our Six Favorite Dragons in Disney Parks

By Courtney Potter Dragons. Mythological creatures that can inspire both terror and trust… part reptile, part serpent, part bird, all legendary. The word “dragon” first entered the English language in the 13th century, but the very idea of this creature has its roots in ancient civilizations like Mesopotamia—after which, it literally spread around the world. …

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Fun in the Sun: 8 Amazing Disney Resort Water Slides

By Courtney Potter What combines the best of a Disney Park attraction, and the beat-the-heat advantages of a resort pool? Why, a Disney-designed water slide, of course! Perfect for every member of your family, Disney water slides offer thrills, chills, and spills that you won’t find anywhere else in the world. These unique attractions are …

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How Imagineers Made History at Disney Springs

By Beth Deitchman Disney storytelling—it’s the reason why Disney’s Animal Kingdom is more than just a theme park, and why Big Thunder Mountain Railroad can’t simply be described as “a roller coaster.” Walt Disney Imagineers bring rich details and backstory to every attraction or experience they create, and in the case of Walt Disney World …

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Waikolohe Pool at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa

Splash Around with 9 Spectacular Disney Resort Pools

By Courtney Potter There is nothing better than a lazy summer day spent by the pool—soaking in some rays (safely covered in sunscreen, of course!)… splashing in the water… maybe even enjoying some tasty food or an icy beverage. And that extends to a Disney vacation! You’ll find some of the most spectacular pools ever …

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Disney Legend Bill Sullivan

5 Fascinating Facts—Disney Legend Bill Sullivan

By Steven Vagnini As we near the 45th anniversary of “The Vacation Kingdom of the World”—Walt Disney World Resort—D23 pays tribute to one of its many celebrated founders: Disney Legend Bill “Sully” Sullivan. Here are five fascinating facts about Bill’s career at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts: 1. Tuning in to ABC on a Sunday …

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9 Disney Tips That Will Make You a Happy Camper

By Jonathan McMullen Summer is now in full swing, with long days, warm temperatures, and vacations full of fun and adventure! There are so many great ways to have some summer fun, and one of the most enduring is a camping trip. Whether you’ve set up your tent in the mountains, taking in the soothing …

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