Sams Disney Diary
383 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★ - 4 ratingsWalt Disney World is the one location where my entire family can find something to smile about. No matter the age, no matter who is with us, you will find an adventure. Sam’s Disney Diary is simply a way for me to capture and share the memory or those adventures in the magic. I hope you enjoy.
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#130: Haunted Mansion 50th Anniversary
September 13, 2019 16:00 - 1 hour - 60 MBDisneyland’s Haunted Mansion opened August 9, 1969, at Disneyland, over fifty years ago. And what better opportunity to pay tribute to the classic attraction than “Haunted Mansion: Celebrating 50 Years” at the D23 Expo 2019. According to the Event Guide: Celebrate the rich history of Disney’s famed home of 999 happy haunts, joined by a procession of bodies you will die to meet. Walt Disney Imagineering Story Editor, Kevin Lively is our Ghost host for the hour-long D23 Panel celebrating t...
#129: Epcot's Multi Year Transformation
September 06, 2019 16:00 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MBThe multi-year reimagination of Walt Disney World Epcot haws begun and it promises to be the most ambitious Disney Park expansion ever! With the details announced at the D23 Expo 2019 along with other information announced by Disney, we can start to put together a picture of what the new re-imagined Epcot will look like.
#128: D23 Expo 2019 Parks Panel
August 31, 2019 21:44 - 1 hour - 65.6 MBD23 Expo 2019 Parks and Resorts Panel - Full Panel Audio
#127: 1993 Walt Disney World Vacations Planning Video
August 13, 2019 16:00 - 45 minutes - 63.4 MBDirectly from VHS, and my attic, this is the 1993 Walt Disney World Vacation Planning VHS. With the following directly from the package. How do you describe the most magical, most spectacular citation destination on earth? In this case, the guests do it best. Visitors experiencing Walt Disney World for the first time, the second time, the twentieth time, are your guides and your vacation planning advisors through this information and entertaining video presented by Delta Air Lines. He...
#126: Coronado Springs Re-imagined
July 21, 2019 16:00 - 25 minutes - 35 MBWhen it originally opened August 1, 1997, Disney Coronado Springs was the largest Disney convention resort and featured one of the largest single-level convention centers on the East Coast. The opening of the new Gran Destino Tower earlier this week, July 9, 2019, signifying the entire resort’s grand re-imagining. Located in the Disney’s Animal Kingdom Resort area the resort features 2,385 guest room including suites in lakeside casitas and the new Gran Destino Tower and more than 220,000 sq...
#125: 1989 Walt Disney World 4th of July Spectacular
July 04, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 210 MBIn the late 1980’s and early 1990’s, the Disney Decade was in full swing, and part of it was advertising what’s new at Walt Disney World Resort. Disney parks was no stranger to “live” events from the parks. The Happy Easter Parade, Christmas Day Parade, and yes, The 4th of July Spectacular. While Disney has “live streamed” some recent 4th of July performances, it just doesn’t quite feel like the anticipation of waiting to watch the “live” fireworks on July 3rd in the 1980s. The special, like...
#124: Toy Story 4 Media Event
June 21, 2019 16:00 - 15 minutes - 36.7 MBThe highly anticipated film arrives in theaters June 21 – and it just wouldn’t be the same without Tom Hanks and Tim Allen as Woody and Buzz Lightyear, the rest of the gang, Jessie (Joan Cusack), Rex (Wallace Shawn), Slinky Dog (Blake Clark) the Potato Heads (Don Rickles, Estelle Harris) and Hamm (John Ratzenberger) among others join Bonnies newest Toy “Forky”(Tony Hale) then set off on a road trip adventure that reunites them with Bo Peep (Annie Potts) and a new cast of amazing characters i...
#123: Disney Villains Unite the Night
June 14, 2019 19:31 - 37 minutes - 85.3 MB#NowMoreThanEver: Summer 2019 is the perfect time to visit Walt Disney World. The Mickey & Minnie Surprise Celebration is happening at Magic Kingdom; Incredible Celebration including the amazing Jack Jack Cookie NumNums at Hollywood Studios along with Lightning McQueen Racing Academy and a new projection show celebrating 90 years of animation; Animal Kingdom has a new “Hakuna Matata Time Dance Party” and updated Tree of Life projections and a New Rivers of Life: “We Are One” nighttime show ...
#122: Star Wars Galaxys Edge Opening and Interviews
June 05, 2019 11:00 - 34 minutes - 78.5 MBThe grand opening of Disneyland Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge was epic! George Lucas, Mark Hamill, Billy Dee Williams, Harrison Ford, Disney Executives along with an overwhelming amount of information. This is the best of the best, highlights of the opening ceremony, interviews with Disney Executives, Star Wars celebrities and the people who made it all happen, with an exclusive first look inside the attractions, stories, and entertainment offerings inside Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge.
#121: Star Wars Galaxy's Edge (The Story)
May 29, 2019 16:00 - 27 minutes - 62.8 MBIt’s here the wait is over, Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge is open in Disneyland park, and later this fall in Walt Disney Worlds Hollywood Studios. (August 29,2019) But, what’s the story, the back story, the real-life back story and the in Star Wars story behind the land? You can trace the real-life galaxy’s edge back story all the way to the opening of “Star Tours the Adventure Continues” in 2011, which replaced the original start tours that opening in Disneyland in 1987 then later in Tokyo, ...
#120: Lightning McQueen's Racking Academy
May 20, 2019 12:00 - 17 minutes - 39.2 MBNew for the summer of 2019 just past the Rock and Roller Coaster in the Sunset Showplace you’ll find Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy. The courtyard outside the academy is a perfect spot to get a picture with Cruz Ramirez and the Piston Cup. Don’t forget to check your times guide for DJs dance party –“DJ’s Ready! Set! Party Time!” where you gather around DJ for Cars-inspired dances and games. Then cruise on inside for the Racing Academy. The Academy premiered on March 31, 2018. The sh...
#119 Bonus: The Making of Disney MGM Studios Theme Park
May 10, 2019 16:00 - 16 minutes - 38.3 MBProduced by Tampa's WTVT in 1989, now FOX 13 Tampa, “The Making of… The Disney-MGM Studios Theme Park” was hosted by Fred Newman. He also hosted the “All New Mickey Mouse Club” from 1989-1994 which was filmed at the Studios. The behind the scenes special includes a storyline featuring Fred Newman going undercover to find out what this Hollywood in Florida is all about. The Storyline is a little corny in retrospect, but the interviews with Imagineers and construction images more than make ...
#119: Wonderful World of Animation
May 01, 2019 16:00 - 16 minutes - 38.3 MBJust over 30 years ago, April 30th, 1989, John Ritter introduced us to the concept of the Disney MGM Studios, a new theme park that was a fully functioning television and movie production studio providing you a peek behind the scenes at moviemaking magic where you could even be part of the action. If you're into Disney history, the 90-minute special is a must watch – You can catch the full episode here Walt Disney World celebrated the 30th anniversary of the opening for Disney Studios ear...
#118: Mickey's Royal Friendship Faire
April 19, 2019 16:00 - 1 second - 274 KBCinderella Castle is the ultimate theme park icon and the perfect backdrop for a classic Disney stage show. The current show, Mickey’s Royal Friendship Faire, has been making daily performances since June 2016. The castle stage saw some refurbishment along with the hub, expanding viewing locations and making the area more guest friendly. The 23-minute musical celebration is hosted by none other than Mickey and Minnie. In total, 15 Disney characters from different stories come together t...
#117: “Move It! Shake It! MousekeDance It! Street Party”
April 12, 2019 12:00 - 20 minutes - 47.6 MBAll new for 2019, it’s a surprise celebration honoring the originals, Mickey and Minnie Mouse, with new merchandise and beverage offerings including the Mickey Sipper and Birthday Hat Straw at various quick-serve restaurants throughout Magic Kingdom. Don’t miss the Mickey Burger at Cosmic Rays. The burger comes with macaroni and cheese, American cheese, cheese sauce, flaming hot cheese dust, and bacon served on a Mickey Mouse bun. You’ll also find a wide variety of merchandise and special ...
#116: The Mariachi Cobre Present the Story of Coco
March 29, 2019 11:00 - 21 minutes - 48.7 MBThe Mariachi Cobre has been entertaining guests traveling around Epcot’s World Showcase since opening day making them one of the best-known Mariachi bands in the world. The internationally-acclaimed performers share that opening day distinction with only the Voices of Liberty. The Mariachi Cobre started in 1971, a full 10 years before Epcot Opening Day. It was formed by Randy Carrillo with the support of his younger brother Steve, his friend Mack Ruiz, and musical arranger, Frank Grijalva. ...
#115: Rockin Gardeners
March 05, 2019 00:33 - 11 minutes - 25.5 MBSpring is in the air, and the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival is right around the corner. If you’re like most people, you head straight to the festival blooms and topiaries around World Showcase. But wait, what is that? A parade of gardeners headed toward Test Track in Future World, or is it? That’s none other than the JAMMitors bringing their synchronized sounds with “Found” equipment… and for the Flower and Garden Festival. Those my friends are the Jammin’ Gardeners u...
Bonus: Marc Davis
January 31, 2019 17:00 - 30 minutes - 69.8 MBOne of Walt’s Nine Old Men, Marc was revered for his knowledge and understanding of visual aesthetics. He was responsible classic Disney characters including: Snow White, Bambi, Brer Rabbit, Fox and Bear, Mr. Toad, Cinderella, Alice, Tinkerbell and Cruella de Vil. After 101 Dalmatians in 1961, Marc Davis was recruited by Walt to become one of the original members of WED Enterprise, as one of the original Imagineers. Marc was heavily involved in the development of all the 1964-65 World’s Fair...
#114: Pixar Parades, DCA and Hollywood Studios
December 30, 2018 17:00 - 26 minutes - 60.7 MBWhat does the Pixar Play Parade at Disney’s California Adventure (March 2008 – August 2017), the Pixar Pals Countdown to Fun Parade at WDW Hollywood Studios (January 2011 – April 2013), and the Pixar Play Parade “Pixar Fest Edition” Disneyland (April 2018 - November 2018) all have in common? I’ll give you 5, 4, 3, 2…. FUN. Yes, they are all Disney/Pixar parades… AND they all share the same soundtrack. “Welcome to our world of play. Come on, it’s time to celebrate…. everyone countdown to ...
#113: Disney and Pixar did that?
November 30, 2018 17:00 - 1 hour - 154 MBDisney and Pixar Did That? Advertisements and Animated Commercials –– Join archivists and research specialists from across The Walt Disney Company who help to oversee Disney and Pixar historical collections as they share with you rarely seen advertising campaigns and animated commercials spanning from the 1930s to Pixar’s efforts of the 1990s. Through artwork, film clips, and stories behind some of the familiar, yet no-so familiar projects, learn about a little-known aspect of the creative ...
#112: Disney California Adventure Red Car Trolley News Boys
October 19, 2018 22:14 - 15 minutes - 34.8 MBCalifornia, Here We Come!!!! – That’s what you hear headed down Buena Vista Street toward Carthay Circle at Disney’s California Adventure, multiple times a day. The News Boys are arriving on the Red Car Trolley with a copy of today’s late edition. Did you see that headline? “Walt Disney Arrives in Hollywood” “Mr Disney, he traveled west just a few bucks to his name. Along the way, he met Mickey Mouse, and the world will never be the same. He had a suitcase and a dream.” Ok, so that...
#111: Disney California Adventure Five and Dime
September 09, 2018 16:00 - 15 minutes - 35.3 MBWhat’s that making its way down Hollywood Blvd to Carthay Circle in Disney’s California Adventure? That’s nothing but an old jalopy, or is it? That old jalopy makes its way down Hollywood Blvd multiple times a day. The five jazz performers and one powerful vocalist riding along are none other than the Five and Dime. The Five and Dime fit the 1920s theme of Buena Vista Street perfectly and set the stage for your day at Disney’s California Adventure. The 15-minute show has been performed ...
#110: To Infinity and Beyond: A Look at What’s Next for Disney Parks.
August 01, 2018 16:00 - 53 minutes - 123 MBShortly after the opening of Walt Disney World’s Toy Story Land, Disney Parks presented “To Infinity and Beyond”, a look at what’s next from Disney Parks and Resorts all over the world. The presentation took place at The Walt Disney World Coronado Springs Resort, which is currently in the middle of a major renovation itself, a 15 story expansion to be exact. The presentation included Gorge Kalogridjs, President Walt Disney World Resort; Catherine Powell, President Disney Parks Western R...
#109: Guardians of the Galaxy Awesome Mix Live!
July 01, 2018 16:00 - 23 minutes - 54.8 MBStar-Lord and Gamora take guests on a musical journey through the cosmos in the Guardians of the Galaxy – Awesome Mix Live! show at Epcot. Featuring hits from Star-Lord’s Awesome Mixtapes, the show really functions as sort of pre-show to the pre-show that will be in the new attraction. “Recent events have brought our interesting planet to the attention of Xandar, capital of the Nova Empire”. Star Lord has identified “Epcot” as a cultural epicenter of our planet, and as part of an outrea...
#108: D23 2017: Disney Product Legacy and the Road Ahead
June 01, 2018 16:00 - 56 minutes - 130 MBThe Walt Disney Archives Stage at the D23 Expo is a must do for me. It is the first schedule I check when the lineup is announced, an amazing assortment of Disney history and inside information from the experts. With the dates for the D23 Expo 2019 recently announced (August 23-25) and some recent changes at your local Disney Store, I remembered The Walt Disney Company’s Celebrated Product Legacy and the Exciting Future Ahead session from 2017. Hosted by Disney Consumer Products and Inte...
#107: Epcot Flower and Garden Festival 2018
May 21, 2018 16:00 - 13 minutes - 31.4 MBThe spring of 2018 marks the 25th anniversary of the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival. My favorite of Epcot’s 4 annual festivals, Flower and Garden is a beautiful time to visit; and for someone living in the northern United States, a sure sign of spring and a welcome break to the northern winter. Starting February 28th, 2018, just 9 days after the Festival of Arts, the Flower and Garden Festival starts its 90 day run at Walt Disney World’s Epcot through May 28th, Memorial D...
#106: The 1997 Walt Disney World Happy Easter Parade
April 02, 2018 16:00 - 48 minutes - 112 MBBack in Episode #91, I covered the 1988 Walt Disney World 4th of July Spectacular and Episode #101 was the 1987 Christmas Day Parade both a the beginning of the “Disney Decade”, the period of time starting in the late 1980’s into the 1990’s. Michael Eisner was CEO, and Michael leveraged a formula that Walt himself had perfected: leverage television to promote Disney Parks. Not the same way it’s done today, but in a “let’s show the audience why they should come to the parks” sort of way....
#105: The Epcot International Festival of the Arts 2018
March 04, 2018 17:00 - 21 minutes - 50 MBLast year, 2017 marked the first Epcot Festival of Arts; a weekend event designed to showcase Disney culinary, performance and visual arts. The Figment topiary greeting guests and the art work all around World Showcase was a great touch, and the blending of Epcot history gave a contemporary feel to the festival. To say the event was a success is an understatement. The second annual Epcot International Festival of the Arts in 2018 expanded to 7 days a week and stretched from January 12-Feb...
#104: Disney Family Album - Ward Kimball
February 20, 2018 02:15 - 32 minutes - 37.2 MBThe Disney Family Album was an original documentary series produced by The Disney Channel in the mid 1980’s. Episodes aired from June 1984 until January 1986 with each episode running about 30 minutes. They were produced by Michael Bonifer along with Carden Walker, the son of Card Walker (The third Disney Company leader after Walt and Roy Disney). The series lasted just 20 episodes and was designed to take a look at the artist and performance that shaped Disney Studios and Disney Parks, mo...
#103: Epcot 35 and Country Music's Mark Wills
January 29, 2018 10:51 - 57 minutes - 66 MBWith great fanfare, Epcot celebrated its 35th Anniversary this past October 1st. The Epcot 35 Commemorative Ceremony included an Epcot Musical Tribute by the legendary “Voices of Liberty” – including songs like Making Memories, Veggie Veggie Fruit Fruit; One Little Spark and Horizons. There were also special D23 Presentations and a special Epcot 35 Tribute following Illuminations that evening – Illuminations 35. I was lucky to represent The Disney Nerds Podcast and attend some of the media e...
#102: Maps of the Disney Parks
December 29, 2017 18:41 - 1 hour - 79.5 MBMaps of the Disney Parks – A 143-page hardcover book from Disney Editions that traces the history of Disney Parks through maps, but not your standard park map. The book features: concept art, maps for things that never happened, attraction maps providing a real history lesson of Disney Parks. From the pre-opening day, original concepts of Disneyland and the latest concept maps, “Maps of the Disney Parks” is a Disney historian must have reference. From maps of Tom Sawyer Island, Pirates of th...
#101: 1987 Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parade
December 20, 2017 01:49 - 1 hour - 88.9 MBLast year for Christmas I focused on the current, SamsDisneyDiary 12 days of Christmas, featuring 12 different Disney parks’ Christmas events covering Florida and California parks. This year, we are going back in time. Back 30 years to be exact, to the 1987 Walt Disney World Very Merry Christmas Day Parade. Originally aired 30 years ago on Christmas morning, the concept was very similar to today; a preview of what’s new at Walt Disney World and what to expect in the next few years. A...
#100: Disneyland Soundsationial Parade
December 03, 2017 04:18 - 22 minutes - 25.9 MBSince 2011, Disneyland guests have been treated to the daily “Mickey’s Soundsational Parade”. The afternoon and sometime nighttime parade is led by none other than Mickey Mouse himself with his syncopated drum line. Mickey’s Soundsational Parade travels from Town Square to It’s a Small World with the direction alternating every day. Mickey is followed by troops or energetic dancers, musicians and many of his friends. It’s a music celebration… Come on, come on, come on; Strike up the band. ...
#99: Hollywood Studios Movie Magic
October 30, 2017 03:47 - 14 minutes - 17.2 MBThe Hollywood that never was, but always will be…that’s the theme behind Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios. It’s also the theme for the Movie Magic Projection Show that debuted earlier in 2017. Leveraging the projection mapping added to Hollywood Studio’s Chinese Theater for the Star Wars Galactic Spectacular, Movie Magic adds sort of a “night cap” to your day at the studios. The projection mapping technology fits nicely inside Hollywood Studios. Disney Movie Magic lasts about 10 min...
#98: Rockin' with the Disneyland Band
October 16, 2017 22:26 - 16 minutes - 38.3 MB#98: Rockin with the Disneyland Band The Disneyland Marching Band has been a staple of Disneyland’s Main Street USA since opening day in 1955. Leading up to Disneyland’s 60th Anniversary in 2015, Disney set out to “Liven up the Band”, and “Reimagine” the Disneyland Band guest experience. They increased the number of band members to 18 and increased the number of performances throughout the day. Check your Times Guide. Just before the 60th Anniversary celebration in 2015, Disneyland ...
#97: The Music of Pixar Live
October 02, 2017 16:00 - 42 minutes - 49.2 MBThe Music of Pixar LIVE! A Symphony of Characters, was a limited time event at Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios. The event featured a live orchestra and appearances from Disney Pixar characters. The event was part of the “2017 Summer Celebration” and featured multiple performances a day in the Hollywood Studios Theater of Stars on Sunset Boulevard. The theater may be best known as the Beauty and the Beast Stage, which was performed during the day, with The Music of Pixar Live perform...
#96: Marc Davis goes to WED
September 14, 2017 23:00 - 59 minutes - 68 MBWhile Marc’s animation career is well documented, a renewed interest in Marc’s time in the early days of WED has emerged. With the discovery of some never before seen art work, photographs and attractions that never happened such as Yestermorrow Time Machine, The Fort Wilderness Funhouse, the Garden of Gods and A Silly Symphony attraction, Marc Davis time in Imagineering was a perfect topic for a D23 Expo 2017 panel. Who better to lead the discussion than Peter Doctor (Pixar Director) an...
#95 BONUS: Disney Data and Analytics Keynote
September 06, 2017 23:30 - 1 hour - 172 MBThe Disney Data and Analytic Conference 2017 "Big Bad Data, Wickedly Good Analytics" Keynote address featured non other than Technology Icon, Steve Wozniak. If your a Disney Fan or Technologist, you will love the insight Steve provides on Disney Parks and Technology. This Bonus Episode of SamsDisneyDiary is the full Keynote Session!
#95: A Kiss Goodnight with Richard Sherman
September 02, 2017 00:00 - 44 minutes - 102 MBAt the D23 Expo 2015 – 2 years ago, Richard Sherman first introduced us to “A Kiss Goodnight”. It is the story of a young Walt Disney, a poor farm boy from Marceline, Missouri who was fascinated by the annual Fourth of July fireworks. It was those fireworks that led to the initial spark that leads to Walt’s great imagination…the imagination that would ultimately bring us Disneyland. Remembering the Fourth of July fireworks from home, Walt wanted to leave every Disneyland guest with a spec...
#94: Legends of Imagineering
August 16, 2017 13:00 - 1 hour - 154 MB2017 marks the 30th Anniversary of the Disney Legends Award, and the opening of the D23 Expo featured the “Legends Ceremony” honoring the 10 newest Disney Legends representing film, movie, television, theater, animation, publishing and voice personalities. For 2017, the inductees included: Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Oprah Winfrey, Stan Lee, and Garry Marshall among others. Personally, I’m partial to the Imagineers, the people behind the Disney Parks…the people that “found a way to get it...
#93: Voices of Disney Parks
August 04, 2017 14:00 - 1 hour - 144 MBThe D23 Expo is the ultimate Disney fan event, with something for everyone. While most people flock to the Expo Hall and the Big stage “Hall D23” for the big announcement, I prefer the smaller breakouts. The real Disney Details. Stage 28 is a great example, a smaller, yet large stage designed to get a little deeper into all things Disney. Presentations like this one are just speculator – Voices of the Disney Parks!!! A gem and a session I wish the session was 3 hours long, not just on...
#92: A Pirates Life for Me
July 31, 2017 19:15 - 1 hour - 154 MBFrom the official Disney Arrchives to the Pirates of the Caribbean 50 years of Swashbuckling fun panel, the D23 Expo 2017 was the place to be for Pirates! While the 50 years of Pirates arena panel focused on the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction, the Disney Archives took the Disney Pirate connection to a whole new level, tracing Walt Disney’s love of pirates all the way back to the 1920s. If you’re into Disney History, and Pirates – The D23 Expo 2017 was the place for you! If you didn’t ...
#91: 1988 Walt Disney World 4th of July Spectacular
July 04, 2017 20:10 - 2 hours - 290 MBThe 1988 Walt Disney World 4th of July Spectacular, originally aired on ABC July 3rd 1988. It’s important to remember back in 1988, marketing of Walt Disney World and Disneyland was still separate so this wasn’t a Disney Parks presentation, but a Walt Disney World Celebration of America. Maybe even more so, a celebration of what’s new for the summer of 1988. Be sure to check out the Video and Blog at www.samsdisneydiary.com You’ll find full audio in the podcast on iTunes, Google Play...
#90: Pandora - The World of Avatar
May 31, 2017 12:00 - 48 minutes - 112 MBA new adventure awaits at Walt Disney Worlds Animal Kingdom. Encounter winged creatures that you can fly and rivers that glow. Can you find these things in Africa or Asia? No. Where in the world? Well, they’re not in this world. The all-new Pandora - The world of Avatar is a land within Animal Kingdom. Providing a unique experience, completely disconnected from Animal Kingdom itself. You have entered Pandora, where everything is familiar but different; it’s a surreal experience. Rathe...
#89: Epcot Flower & Garden 2017
April 24, 2017 17:25 - 1 hour - 119 MBThe hidden gem of the Festival Center has to be “The Garden Theater” featuring the “Making of the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival 2017”. A wonderful behind the scenes look at the activities that happen behind the scenes, the 45 minute “show” is on a continuous loop and plays while the Festival Center is open. This the is type of behind the scenes documentary that I love, the type of television special I go out of my way to record. But there was no way for me to take it home, no ...
#88: What is a Living Character?
February 28, 2017 17:00 - 51 minutes - 94.9 MBWhat is "A Living Character", what is the “Disney Living Character Initiative”. As I watched “Muppet Mobile Labs” at Walt Disney World’s Epcot in late 2016, i couldn't help but ask myself exactly that? Some quick internet searches, really didn't provide any insight... So I did some home work, and come up with the best answer I could.. It's all in this episode of SamsDisneyDiary. Thanks for Listening. Be sure to check for the latest videos www.youtube.com/samsdisneydiary email samsdisn...
#87: 12th Day of Christmas: Disneyland Small World Holiday
January 15, 2017 17:00 - 18 minutes - 21.7 MBOn the 12th day of Christmas, Sams Disney Diary gave to me, Disneyland Small World Holiday. Absolutely amazing, a remarkable holiday overlay to a classic Disneyland attractions that just keeps me wanting more. From Santa Clause to traditional holiday settings throughout the attraction along with a few Disney characters. Small World Holiday is perfect, and a reason for you to visit Disneyland during the holidays. I hope you enjoy!! Disneyland Small World Holiday Thanks for watching an...
#86: 11th Day of Christmas: Epcot Holidays Around the World Musical Tour
January 01, 2017 17:00 - 31 minutes - 36.2 MBOn the last episode of SamsDisneyDiary, we focused on the holiday story tellers around World Showcase. This time, let’s take a musical tour around World Showcase. Music is such an important piece of any Walt Disney World experience, and the Holidays around World Showcase are no exception. Let’s start with an Epcot original, the Mariachi Cobre, then a quick look into the famous Candlelight Processional, followed by the Voices of Liberty, the American Music Machine and a full set from one ...
#85: 10th Day of Christmas: Epcot Holidays a Norwegian Tale
December 26, 2016 17:00 - 15 minutes - 17.9 MBEpcot Holidays Around the World is an annual holiday celebration, and Epcot’s 3rd annual “festival” – not only around world showcase, but all of Epcot. Similar to flower and garden and food and wine, grab your “Holiday Passport” and start enjoying all of the unique destinations, and entertainment offerings. From the Candlelight Processional to Merchandise to entertainment, the Guide Book is your map to everything happening. For 2016 My Favorite “Holiday Entertainment”, Not only because of...
#84: 9th Day of Christmas: Epcot Fountain of Nations Holiday Edition
December 25, 2016 17:00 - 29 minutes - 34.5 MBEpcot’s Fountain of Nations is located directly behind Spaceship Earth, so you can’t miss it; in fact, you walked past it more than once on your last trip. Every fifteen minutes, the fountain springs into life with a water ballet choreographed to music. While the fountain operates daily, during the holidays it becomes part of the Epcot holiday tradition. But you won’t find it on the map, or Times Guide. It’s an Epcot secret. Today I have a special treat, a 30 minute continuous record...