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Disneyland's Holidayland: A Beautiful Bit of the Forgotten World of Disney

Disneyland’s Holidayland: A Beautiful Bit of the Forgotten World of Disney

Holidayland is a lost part of the Disneyland park in California. It was only open for a few years in the late 1950s and early 1960s, but it is still remembered fondly today by those who went to it (unless they were little kids at a company picnic). This is the story of Disneyland’s lost park, Holidayland.

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Echoes from Yesteryears

Antique stores are like hidden treasure troves filled with relics from times gone by, waiting to be discovered. Among these treasures are old postcards, sometimes forgotten in dusty bins or hidden in untidy corners. Though they may seem like simple pieces of cardboard, each postcard holds its own unique stories and memories. So, take a moment to relax and let go of the hustle and bustle of daily...

Walt Disney Inspirations: Marc Davis

Marc Davis: Disney Inspirations

Marc Davis is one of the best-known of the animators at the Disney Company. In fact, he is one of the company’s original panel of respected animators that were depended upon to make the early Disney cartoon movies magical. He also had an important hand in designing many of the characters on the iconic Disney theme park rides. Here is his story.

Dr. Facilier: Disney Villains

Dr. Facilier: Disney Villains

Dr. Facilier is the villain of the Disney animated film, The Princess and the Frog. He is a witch doctor in New Orleans who practices dark voodoo magic, and makes genie-like deals with unsuspecting victims. This character is one of the most popular villains in the Disney world, and is now a part of their official villains franchise. This is what you need to know about this character.