Tag: Toy Story Mid Way Mania

Disney Pic of the Week: Toy Story Midway Mania

Posted on by Scott Thomas
The queue for the second track for Toy Story Midway Mania at Disney’s Hollywood Studios takes you through Andy’s Room’s closet before boarding a ride vehicle to play 3-D video games. Queue for the second track of Toy Story Midway Mania ride enters Andy’s Room.Nikon D750/28-300VR, 1/8s, f/3.5, ISO 6400, EV 0, 28mm Focal Length.
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Imagineering’s Kevin Rafferty turned love of cars, fear of bugs into hit attractions

Posted on by Chuck Schmidt
Long-time Imagineer Kevin Rafferty poses for a photo while in attendance at a Pacific Northwest Mouse Meet. [AllEars.Net] As the saying goes, you have to start somewhere. In the case of Card Walker, who was the Walt Disney Company’s CEO from 1971-1983, that “somewhere” was the mail room at the Walt Disney Studios in 1938. … Continue reading "Imagineering’s Kevin Rafferty turned love of cars, fear of bugs into hit attractions"
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Hidden Mickeys in Paradise Pier, Disney California Adventure

Posted on by Steve Barrett
Stroll along the magnificent promenade around the lagoon in Paradise Pier and stay alert for Hidden Mickeys! First, hop on Toy Story Midway Mania and watch for the screen with target balloons in front of the volcano spewing lava. If you pop the middle 100-point balloon on the second tier, a light faint classic Mickey … Continue reading "Hidden Mickeys in Paradise Pier, Disney California Adventure"
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Is it the Disneyland Resort or WDW? — A Quiz – Answers

Posted on by Jack Spence
Yesterday I asked you to determine whether a picture was taken at the Disneyland Resort or at Walt Disney World. But besides picking the resort, I asked you to determine “why” it belongs in one park and not another. Here are the answers. I hope you scored 100%. . Like all of my quizzes, no … Continue reading "Is it the Disneyland Resort or WDW? — A Quiz – Answers"
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Disney California Adventure Part Six of Six

Posted on by Jack Spence
Yesterday I discussed Disney California Adventure’s (DCA) newest addition, Cars Land. Today I’ll be closing this series of articles with a description of Paradise Pier. Paradise Pier is based on Victorian boardwalks that were once found along the coast of California. It features “Coney Island” style rides and a midway. But before I go into … Continue reading "Disney California Adventure Part Six of Six"
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These Are A Few Of My Favourite Disney Things

Posted on by Gary Cruise
What is your favourite park at Walt Disney World? What are your “must-do” rides or activities? What are the things you only do once in a while? One of the greatest things about Walt Disney World is the diversity of experience you can enjoy there. With the four theme parks, two water parks, golf courses, … Continue reading "These Are A Few Of My Favourite Disney Things"
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Disney California Adventure Part Six of Six

Posted on by Jack Spence
Yesterday I discussed Disney California Adventure’s (DCA) newest addition, Cars Land. Today I’ll be closing this series of articles with a description of Paradise Pier. Paradise Pier is based on Victorian boardwalks that were once found along the coast of California. It features “Coney Island” style rides and a midway. But before I go into … Continue reading "Disney California Adventure Part Six of Six"
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D23 Expo – Making of Toy Story Midway Mania

Posted on by Laura Gilbreath
One of the best sessions I attended at the Expo was The Making of Toy Story Midway Mania. It covered the creation of the attraction from idea through design, construction, and the final result. Really fascinating. There were four panelists who spoke: Kevin Rafferty, Robert Coltrin, and Lori Coltrin (who were quick to point out … Continue reading "D23 Expo – Making of Toy Story Midway Mania"
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