disneyland

Disneyland, a world-renowned theme park, opened in Anaheim, California on July 17, 1955 to a "press preview". It's first day was such a disaster — 101 degree heat, counterfeit tickets, gas leak, plumbing issues — that for many years, July 18 was listed as its official opening day. Its creator, Walt Disney, wanted it to be a magical place for both adults and children to enjoy. 

The park took exactly one year to build and cost $17 million. Walt had difficulty raising the money. He created a TV show, Disneyland, for fledgling network ABC, as a way to both promote Disneyland and provide unique programming for ABC. In return, the network helped finance the park.

Disneyland was the first Disney park to open, and the only one to open while Walt Disney was alive. The amusement park is organized into "lands": Tomorrowland, Frontierland, Fantasyland, Adventureland, New Orleans Square, Critter Country, Mickey's Toon Town (the newest land, opening in 1993), and Main Street USA. Some of the most well-known and beloved rides at Disneyland include Haunted Mansion, Pirates of the Caribbean, Splash Mountain, Space Mountain, Star Tours, Big Thunder Railroad, and Jungle Cruise. In 2007, nearly 15,000,000 people visited the park.

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Original Technorati articles tagged “disneyland”

• in Entertainment
  Avatarland Coming to Disney!
  James Cameron, creator of blockbuster movie Avatar, signed a deal with Disney to create Avatar-themed attractions in their parks.
  by dopodomani / on Sep 21, 2011
• in Videos
  Star Tours - The Adventures Continue
  The imagineering team behind Star Tours - The Adventures Continue discuss the ride.
  by svtwinmom / on Jun 4, 2011

Latest blogosphere posts tagged “disneyland”

 

• Cars’ Land Radiator Springs Racers Preview Image

  
  The Disney Blog — Authority: 466
  A nice move by the Disney Parks Blog for sharing this mockup photo-realistic of Radiator Springs Racers created by Disney’s Yellow Shoes Creative Groups. The picture is meant to be used in in advertisements or other promotional material as Cars’ Land zooms closer to reality. The mockup is a composite of images ...
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• Joy Division inspire new Disneyland Oblivion scare ride

  
  Anorak News — Authority: 529
  DID anyone buy a Mickey Mouse T-shirt inspired by Joy Division? It’s the item with the artwork inspired by HJoy Division’s Unknown Pleasures. Either Mickey is growing up, approaching a tricky adolescence or just musing on news scare ride: It’s getting faster, moving faster now, it’s getting out of hand ...
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• Before they were Stars, They were Disney Cast Members

  
  The Disney Blog — Authority: 466
  The WDW Fan Zone has collected a great list of current day celebrities who got their start as Cast Member at one of Disney’s theme park or cruise ships. Here are a few of the big names you probably already know, Jennifer Hudson – Actress/Singer – Cast Member Job: Singer on Disney Wonder John Lasseter – ...
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• Tom Cruise Play piggyback in Disneyland Day

  
  Celeb Hot Info — Authority: 118
  test Famous actor Tom Cruise apparently does not make you ashamed to show affection for his daughter, Suri Cruise . To please his daughter, Tom was willing to try all the rides the children are available at Disneyland. Reporting from Dailymail, Mission: Impossible star is a visible attempt to entertain Suri in ...
  5 days ago

• Disneyland and facial hair

  
  Alistr.org - By Alistair Murray — Authority: 121
  Weve long been aware that Disneyland has excessively restrictive (but interestingly justified) rules on their employees facial hair. Good to hear theyve let go a little , and now allow their employees to grow beards: Disneys new policy restricts any facial hair to no more than a quarter of an inch in length. And ...
  6 days ago

• A mustache just like Walt, but not a beard like Grumpy or a soul patch like Apolo Ohno

  
  Monster Island (actually a peninsula)* — Authority: 110
  Disney has decided to further liberalize the iconic clean-cut look imposed on its employees , namely allowing more facial hair. To understand why this is of interest to me, go here . ...
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• Napoleonland

  
  MetaFilter — Authority: 724
  In one of the strangest new bids to get tourism dollars, Yves Jégo , the current veep of Frances Radical party and the former Overseas Secretary of State, has announced plans to start raising funds for a new theme park dedicated to Napoleon . "Napoleonland" is meant to be a rival to the hated but hugely popular ...
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• France Napoleonland

  
  Smoat — Authority: 143
  The French Propose Napoleonland – My Country 95.5 You can read the full article here. Thanks to the UK Telegraph. Cest la vie! Filed Under: Disneyland, france, napoleonland Category: News, Weird News · Share on facebook!Share on twitter!Send to a friend! Like. More from My Country 95.5 … France Plans ...
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• Disneylands Lunar New Year Celebration

  
  Laura's Disney Lines — Authority: 100
  Disneyland is celebrating the Lunar New Year with the Happy Lunar New Year Celebration! January 20-29. The festivities are taking place along the Small World Mall. There are banners and other decorations all along the way. Other decorations include colorful lanterns in the trees. ...
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• USA USA

  
  YeLPar — Authority: 107
  Day  two of the big trip and im still having trouble finding descent internet coverage to post much so its  been a bit quiet here. will make the most of what I have right now to get a post done  (excuse any typos) We survived a long haul from KL to LA and picked up our hire vehichle, now nicknamed Eddie. ...
  1 week ago

• Weekend Update: Obama in the Magic Kingdom, Aussie Odyssey, Disneyland Paris 20th Party and More

  
  MiceChat — Authority: 414
  President Obama visited the Magic Kingdom this week.  But what happens to the park, and all the guests, when the commander and Chief shows up?  We’ll show you. Rya86n and his beautiful bride made an epic journey to the USA and traveled from shore to shore visiting theme parks along the way. We have part two ...
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• Disneyland Paris Aufenthalt für Frühjahr und Sommer 2012 buchen und 20% sparen

  
  Netz-24.com — Authority: 107
  Buchen Sie Ihren Disneyland Paris Aufenthalt für Frühjahr und Sommer 2012 bis zum 15. Februar 2012 und sparen Sie -20%! Und das Beste: Kinder unter 7 sind zusätzlich inklusive. Dieses Angebot gilt für Pauschalen ab 2 Tage/1 Nacht und basiert auf ausgewählten DISNEY Hotels und Anreisedaten. Das Angebot ist ...
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• Disney Park Updates

  
  Vacations Blog — Authority: 455
  We talk a lot about the Disney theme parks on here — hey, they’re the ultimate family vacations destination, we couldn’t avoid them if we wanted to. Luckily, we don’t want to. There is a lot happening in the Disney parks right now, and to make sure you’re in the loop I’ve compiled a list of interesting ...
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• In the Parks – Matterhorn Down, DCA Constructed, SeaWorld, Huntington Gardens, and More

  
  MiceChat — Authority: 414
  The In The Parks crew was busy this week taking pictures and gathering news for you from the Southern California parks.  You’ll find refurbishment overload at Disneyland, a race to the finish at DCA, beautiful garden photos from the Huntington, trains and deals at Knott’s and even a construction update from ...
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• Yesterland – The Disneyland Hotel Tram

  
  MiceChat — Authority: 414
  There’s so much to do at Yesterland. You should come back tomorrow to see it all. Spend the night at the Yesterland Hotel. It’s right across street from the Yesterland parking lot, surrounded by orange groves. The hotel is a collection of two-story buildings with the luxury and comfort of a first-class hotel and ...
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• Samland: Pre-Disneyland Victorian Fun at Chutes Park Los Angeles

  
  MiceChat — Authority: 414
  It was the late 1800’s and a new sort of amusement was becoming popular in Los Angeles. Over time, this amusement property would grow attractions, shows and even an early flume ride and rollercoaster.  Later, a man named Walt Disney would spend time here researching a project of his own.  Meet Chutes Park, the ...
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• Wrote about five original Disneyland artifacts…

  
  THE BLARG — Authority: 111
  …for this “OC Weekly” article . Clock is ticking, -Shady
  2 weeks ago

• The Lady Orleans

  
  Tours Departing Daily - Disney Blog — Authority: 110
  Daily Photo Tour - The Lady Orleans This amazing statue resembling a figurehead can be found in the Pieces of Eight shop in New Orleans Square. She really reminds me of some of the Haunted Mansion characters and captures the essence of New Orleans Square for me. I love the weathered look and the textures surrounding ...
  2 weeks ago

• So Cal Residents: Enter the ‘2 Days for $99’ Ticket Contest!

  
  Disney Parks Blog — Authority: 588
  Southern California residents, this contest is for you! Enter now for your chance to win two Southern California Resident “2 Days for $99” tickets. Winners can enjoy the great attractions, shows and experiences at both Disneyland park and Disney California Adventure park with this special ticket. And there’s ...
  2 weeks ago

• Disneyland Engagement Photos: Joaquin + Ruben

  
  A Disney Wedding — Authority: 115
  Locations:  Disneyland and California Adventure Photographer: Aaron Tamayo Notes: We will be celebrating our twelfth anniversary together in February and were married in Washington DC in November. Although we currently reside in Washington we began dating in Los Angeles in 2000 and would visit Disneyland and ...
  2 weeks ago

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