Tag: George Kalogridis
-
Executive Changes Abound at Disney Parks and Resorts
As I’ve said many times, it’s amazing how a relatively quiet day can be suddenly blown up by the Disney news wire. Several Disney executives are being moved around effective February 1st. Read on after the break to find out who’s moving where and what it could mean for Walt Disney World.
-
Ghirardelli Chocolate Shop Grand Opening at Disney California Adventure
The Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop opened Thursday, June 7, as part of the 5-year long renovation project at Disney California Adventure. The shop takes over the former Mission Tortilla Factory location on the Pacific Wharf. Continue on for more pictures from the ribbon cutting.
-
Legends and Windows – Disney Costume Designer Alice Davis
This week, Alice Davis, Walt Disney Imagineering’s most famous costume designer, will join the ranks of those who have received the ultimate Disney honor – a window dedication placed on Main Street USA in Disneyland. Many, including myself, agree that this ceremony is long overdue, based on her contributions to some of the most beloved attractions…
-
D23’s Destination D: Disneyland ’55 – Day 2
Recently, D23 held its first Destination D focusing on 55 years of Disneyland. Destination D, which was held at the Grand Ballroom of the Disneyland Hotel, will alternate each year with the hugely successful D23 Expo and will focus on a new topic each time. Plans are already in the works for an East Coast Destination D event focusing on 40 years…
-
Disneyland’s 55th Birthday Celebrations
On Saturday, July 17th, Disneyland celebrated its 55th Birthday. They celebrated the day with several merchandise releases, a couple of emotional ceremonies and even a few surprises. It was a hot day in Southern California, just like opening day in 1955, but we braved the heat and enjoyed Disneyland’s birthday party. Read on for some pictures and highlights from the day.