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Today is the 41st Anniversary of the opening of the Magic Kingdom, Disney's Polynesian Resort and Disney's Contemporary Resort at the Walt Disney World Resort.
Also, on this day 11 years later, EPCOT opened, which means it is also celebrating, and is 30 years young today!
Over the years Walt Disney World has strived to be the number one vacation destination in the world; and for us Disney fans, I think you'll agree that it really is a truly beautiful and magical place.
Magic truly lives at Walt Disney World, and I am sure that Walt Disney would be proud of the work that his company has achieved. Walt had one goal - to provide a place where people can come to have fun and escape the real world. He also dreamed of a place where a diverse range of cultures come together and live their dreams in a vast community built on the ideals and promises of a better future.
Those dreams and ideals have come true, and tens of nationalities work at Walt Disney World, and many more visit every day.
Happy Birthday Walt Disney World Resort. Long may you bring us joy and happiness, and a vision of a better tomorrow, for all.
Seeing as the most notable birthday today is EPCOT, my photo tribute will be primarily EPCOT orientated, with some pictures of the Contemporary, Polynesian and Magic Kingdom added at the end.
Dan. |
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 | Happy 7th Birthday Hong Kong Disneyland! | |
| DisneyDan
Wednesday, September 12, 2012 5:39:30 AM |
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Today is the 7th anniversary of the opening of Disney's second Asian resort, and first in China, Hong Kong Disneyland.
We are away in Florida right now, and I can't make a longer post, but here's some pictures I managed to get together to celebrate!
Happy Birthday Hong Kong Disneyland!
Dan. |
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 | Happy 82nd Birthday Pluto! | |
| DisneyDan
Wednesday, September 5, 2012 3:06:22 AM |
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Today marks the first appearance of Mickey's faithful companion, Pluto. The 1930 short 'The Chain Gang' featured a dog which would eventually develop into the yellow pup we all love.
Although Pluto did not appear as himself until the following year, it is widely recognised that his first starring role was in The Chain Gang.
Happy 82nd Birthday Pluto!
Here's Pluto in action at the Disney Parks and Resorts.
Dan. |
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 | Happy 11th Birthday Tokyo DisneySea! | |
| DisneyDan
Tuesday, September 4, 2012 10:07:02 AM |
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Hi all,
Today is the 11th anniversary of the grand opening of Disney's second Asian Park, Tokyo DisneySea.
Filled with unique attractions and experiences, DisneySea is often named the best theme park in the world. From the erupting Mount Prometheus, deep under the sea with Ariel, exploring lost jungles and wandering through the big city, DisneySea is simply spectacular.
Let's celebrate in Character Central's usual way with some pictures of our visits there.
Happy 11th birthday Tokyo DisneySea!
Dan. |
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 | Happy 48th Anniversary Mary Poppins! | |
| DisneyDan
Monday, August 27, 2012 8:42:05 AM |
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Today is the 48th anniversary (1964) of Walt Disney's live action/animated masterpiece, Mary Poppins.
Based on the books by P L Travers, the film has been a firm favourite around the world ever since.
So, here's our photo tribute to the characters of the movie that exist today at the parks.
Happy 48th Anniversary Mary Poppins, Bert and the Penguins!
Dan. |
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 | Happy 70th Birthday Saludos Amigos! | |
| DisneyDan
Friday, August 24, 2012 12:23:48 PM |
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Today is the 70th anniversary of the world premiere of Walt Disney's 6th animated classic, Saludos Amigos.
It was the first Walt Disney animated film to have it's premiere outside of the USA, instead debuting in Rio de Janeiro, on the 24th August 1942.
This of course means that it is also the birthday of one of Donald's oldest friends, Jose Carioca!
Happy Birthday Jose!
Dan. |
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| Happy 70th Anniversary Bambi! | |
| DisneyDan
Monday, August 13, 2012 12:06:59 PM |
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Today marks the 70th anniversary of Walt Disney's beloved masterpiece, Bambi; released on this day in 1942.
Sadly, only three characters have ever been inspired and created from the movie (Flower, Thumper and Miss Bunny), and only two of them have been seen in recent history (Thumper and Miss Bunny).
Nonetheless, Thumper and his girlfriend Miss Bunny are here to celebrate.
Happy Birthday Bambi, Thumper, Miss Bunny, Flower and all their forest friends!
Dan. |
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Hi all!
Sorry that it has been a few days since a proper update.
I have been very busy with getting ready to move house, preparing for our trip to Disneyland this week, and a whole lot of other things that basically get in the way!
We do actually try to keep up to date on our forums, and our members there often post news before I get chance to blog about it; so be sure to join our friendly forum to get the most out of Character Central!
Ok so to the news!
Tokyo Disneyland have finally added Rapunzel and Flynn as meet 'n' greet characters, which means that Rapunzel can now be met at all five resorts worldwide!
Disneyland celebrated it's 57th birthday last week, and there was a small ceremony in Town Square. Here's a link to a video of the occasion.
Hong Kong Disneyland's newest land opened last week. Grizzly Gulch features a new take on the Frontierland concept, with a new attraction that is a unique take on Big Thunder.
Of course characters now meet there, and guests can meet Mickey, Minnie, Chip and Dale in brand new Western outfits. Koda and Kenai also meet there.
Over in Disneyland Paris they released their press information for Halloween Season this year.
I had already said previously here on the blog that people should expect the Mickey's Trick or Treat in the Street to return, and I was right!
Goofy will have a new Halloween location in Town Square, and will be themed around the Goody Candy Co concept which they have in the US.
The Villains will of course be back, but in Fantasyland, and Jack and Sally will return as usual, this year near Phantom Manor.
The Soirée sadly will not be getting a replacement show because of the loss of Central Plaza Stage, but Disney Dreams! will be run instead (which can of course be seen any night of the year).
I haven't heard of any more changes to the Soirée, so hopefully all the other weird French entertainment, performers and characters will return as usual.
There is one last thing for Halloween, but it is linked with a recent event too.
We all know that Duffy the Disney Bear has never been popular at any park except Tokyo, despite the fact that he continues to be pushed everywhere. Well, despite the US pushing him ever forward, Paris actually decided last week (unofficially I guess) to drop him!
Now, instead of Duffy at the Boarding House in Town Square, any other main character (usually a Big 8 or Pooh pals) appears if they decide to do that, at any given point (Duffy might still appear, but it is less likely now).
What we have heard though is that Duffy will be back full time for the Halloween Season in a Halloween outfit. I wonder if it will be the same as the US Parks outfit?
I think that's everything for the news today!
A couple of things here at Character Central before I go.
First off, and I hate to write this sort of thing but needs must, I have seen on a number of occasions again recently people copying our work. Whether that be pictures and even my blog posts. Please do not do this. We work hard - and unpaid! - at this to bring you the best character website on the Internet, and it is so disappointing that people can't even be bothered to link back to us or credit us. Groan over!
Second, we have been working really hard to get some great new content up on the site ready for our relaunch, and we are really pleased with how it is all going! I know some of you have asked us on the forums when you can expect to see the new version of the site, and at the moment all I can say is, just be patient and it'll come soon enough!
Thirdly, we are off to Disneyland in California on Wednesday, and as always - where possible - we will be updating throughout our trip with pictures and more on our Facebook page and Twitter. So be sure to follow us there!
Finally, we are still trying to reach our goal of 2000 Likes on our Facebook page, and when we do, we'll be running another great prize giveaway! So get sharing our page with all your friends!
All the best,
Dan. |
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 | Happy 57th Birthday Disneyland! | |
| DisneyDan
Tuesday, July 17, 2012 9:22:16 AM |
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Hi all,
On this day in 1955, Walt Disney's original Magic Kingdom of Disneyland opened its doors to the world!
Let's celebrate with some pictures from our own trips to the park. Here's to another 57 years of Disney magic in California!
Happy 57th Birthday Disneyland!
Dan. |
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