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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.

The History of Knott’s Berry Farm

The History of Knott’s Berry Farm

Knott’s Berry Farm is an iconic theme park in Orange County, California. It was begun as a restaurant in the 1930s, owned and operated by the Knott family to raise extra money to support their berry farm during the Great Depression. Here’s how it became a beloved theme park attraction.

South Seas Plantation: A Postcard from Captiva Island

A Postcard from Captiva Island: South Seas Plantation

There’s something truly magical about vintage postcards—the way they capture a place and moment in time, freezing it forever on a small rectangle of paper. This postcard from the South Seas Plantation on Captiva Island, Florida, offers a glimpse into a serene tropical getaway that has long been a favorite destination for those seeking relaxation by the sea. A Snapshot of Paradise The front of the...

Cheryl Holdridge: The Mickey Mouse Club #12

Cheryl Holdridge: The Mickey Mouse Club #12

Cheryl Holdridge was a Mouseketeer on The Mickey Mouse Club, beginning with the second season and working on it on the third season, as well. She was put on the Red Team, but not used much in solos on the show. She married three times, with her first marriage giving her the title of Countess, and was widowed twice. A talented dancer and actress, she had an active acting career until her first...