Dave's Disney View

 In the third part of the look at the new Fantasyland at the Magic Kingdom, I head into Enchanted Tales with Belle. You do NOT want to miss the video of how the mirror opens! Then, I step out and walk over to the Tangled theme area - which amusingly is a bathroom.   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 On today's podcast, I move from the Little Mermaid themed area into the Beauty and the Beast area. I tell some stories, wander into Gaston's Tavern and hoist a Lefou's Brew, and eat lunch at Be Our Guest. And you get to come along and hear all about it!  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 On today's podcast, I am at the Magic Kingdom, and I am exploring the new FantasyLand. Most things are open now, except for the Fairy Tale Hall (Princess meet-and-greet) and the Dwarves' Mine Train. So, join me as I make my way around the StoryBook Circus and into the Little Mermaid area. There are stories to tell, and you can journey with me Under the Sea with the Little Mermaid.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 Recently, I took a trip to Walt Disney World, and I got an RFID-enabled card. I talk about the card, the experience, and what I know about the technology and speculate on what they're doing with it....come along and listen in and please let me know if you have any additional thoughts on the matter. Is it reading your fingerprint, or isn't it? What does Disney do with this information anyway? What does the future hold? I certainly don't know, but I try and set a context for you.   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 On this episode, I share with you the top 10 souvenirs people purchase at Walt Disney World. I explain each, share some info about it - and I tell you where you will find it. Plus, I give some info about how to get some items cheaper than at the theme park. Disney's outlet stores: Disney’s Character Premiere store, located at Orlando Premium Outlets, Vineland Avenue Disney’s Character Warehouse store at Orlando Premium Outlets, International Drive(formerly  known as Prime Outlets Orlando, originally Belz Factory Outlet World). Character Corner store at Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores (and they have printable coupons!). Want to keep track of your pins and be able to see them while you are out pintrading?  Then this is the app for you! Pin Trading app for iPhone, iPod & iPad Want to hear more about Pin Trading?  Check out the My podcast about PinTrading  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 Today's podcast takes a look at the changes in tickets over the years - both in price and uniqueness (and anti-counterfeiting)...I explore most aspects of the tickets, and talk about where I think it's headed. Ticket Prices: 1972 -- $5.75 for a packet, under $8 per day to see most everything 1982 -- $11 per day 1992 -- $33 per day 2002 -- $48 per day 2012 -- $85 per day For reference, Disney's operating income from Walt Disney World looks something like this: 1972 - $150 million 1982 - $110 million 1992 - $258 million 2002 - $350 million 2012 - $475 million And here is the inflation rate over the time period: 72 - 82: 130% 82 - 92: 45% 92-02: 28% 02-12: 28% Overall inflation rate between 1972-2012: 450%   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 Dave is back to answer your Disney questions: refillable mugs, advanced dining, tickets, water parks - and a whole lot more! Keep the questions coming: davesdisneyview@gmail.com   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 There are a number of updates in this podcast. Another 24 hour event, MyMagic and legislation, Disney Springs, closures at DisneyLand, the Festival of the Lion King, Tangled, Small World, and so much more! Its the latest and greatest news from around the World. Funny Business Radio interview with Ed Asner Autism Speaks: Tower of Terror 10-miler  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 When the 20k ride closed at Disney World, there was a lot of discussion. Why did it close? Was it temporary? And then when it became permanent, the discussion turned to the question of what might become of this large plot of land, and the huge water tank that had been the most expensive element Disney built at Walt Disney World. Come and listen as I take you through what happened along the way.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 Welcome to part 2 of the 20k Retrospective. Today, I talk about the ride, and just how it all came together, and how massive the project was. The subs were quite the pieces of work, and it was a remarkable feat to build them. And of course, I play the full ride audio for you.   My thanks to 20kride.com for some of the information on this podcast.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 Today's podcast is about 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea - that is the Jules Verne novel...and the Disney movie. I talk about the history of the novel and its contents, then I talk about how it came to be a Disney movie. This is part of a multi-part podcast that will later talk about the attractions that it spawned.   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 Today's podcast is a further look at the Muppets, how they ultimately became a Disney property, and how actor Jason Segel revived them on the big screen. Now back in Episode #36, I looked at the history of Henson and stopped around the time that Disney acquired them....here are some additional insights...   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 Today's podcast is a look at the restaurants that I personally am not that fond of, and probably won't return to - given the plethora of choices that exist around the resort. Its not that any of them are bad, its about the bang for the buck, given my tastes and what they offer. Its really about how, IMHO, they miss the mark in some way. For some of them, its the way they use their space, for some its the food, and for a few the "experience" is great but its off for some reason. Now I know that - probably - no one will agree with my list in its entirety, and I'm sure some will think I left off a restaurant. But I wanted to throw out my list and get the conversation started. #10: Mickeys backyard bbq / Hoop De Doo #9: Tony's Town Square #8: Garden Grill #7: Liberty Tree Tavern #6: Pizza Planet #5 O'hana (breakfast) #4: Chef Mickeys (dinner) #3 1900 Park Fare (breakfast) #2: Cinderella's Royal Table #1: 50's Primetime Cafe Have a restaurant you feel this way about? Want

 In Walt Disney World, from 1986 to 1992, the Country Bears went on vacation, and had a celebratory hoedown. This is the audio from that version of the attraction. Also, I have added some technical facts that describe how the show works. I hope you enjoy!  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 This podcast is the full audio from the show before the changes that were made at the end of last year. And of course, I have to provide some context about the show - how did it all start? who was the imagineer behind it? And who are all the bears anyway? Sit back and just enjoy the Country Bear Jamboree!   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 On today's podcast, I have a number of things to talk about.  Starting with the Star Wars franchise, the rumors about Cars Land, new things to do and see at Walt Disney World, and lots, lots more! I also talk about Tony Baxter retiring, Disney's effort to buy the Scripps Network, information about a company Digital Domain, and I end with a discussion about "Escape from Tomorrow" a movie made surreptitiously at Disney World.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 Today's podcast explores topics from previous podcasts. First, there is a more expansive discussion about how to save on your Disney vacation (from podcast #123). Yes, you can save if you look for some discounts or "bundle" tickets, meals, and hotel. And you really should consult with an authorized Disney travel agent such as Destinations in Florida Next, I look at MyMagic+, now that there are more details emerging....I spoke about this on podcast #124. I've got some new information I recently learned, and I share that; plus there are some articles about the topic that I found. Let's say that there's some interesting "stuff" going on, and that Disney has invested a lot - but there are still many questions to be answered. One article I mention is from Salon.com article about retailers watching you...its worth a read in its entirety.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 On today's podcast, Gary Miceli is back to cohost with me as we go through the Top 10 things you should do when you arrive at the parks. Maybe you are a new visitor, or haven't visited in a long time. We give you some tips to make things flow a little bit easier, and hopefully help you to relax and enjoy your vacation. If you are interested, you can find Gary on Facebook. Now each of us has about five things to share, and while this list is by no means comprehensive, it does give a flavor for the types of things you should do, and what we recommend doing first. If you're a newbie to the park, hopefully there's some info you can use. And if you're a seasoned pro, hopefully we'll give you a couple of ideas to try in the future. And if you want to debate a few of them, please post a comment!  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 Today's podcast is the audio of the show that was re-written in 1993 to slightly revise the historical nature of our nation's history. And some might say its more than "slightly" because it talks about a more politically correct late 20th century version of history than maybe Walt would have liked. But it still has a certain sentiment that makes it special and unique. It features poet Maya Angelou as the narrator. And for the first time, you hear a president speak in his own voice.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

 The presidential inauguration is coming up soon, so I wanted to continue to look at the Hall of Presidents. Previously, I played the audio from the current show (check out podcast 74). And then on episode 116, I delved the history of the show. On episode 117, I played the original audio from the show (as it was heard from 1971-1993). Welcome to "part 2" of the Hall of Presidents retrospective. Today, I take you through the show, and explain the script and its relevance...and how it changed/evolved over time. There are some interesting side notes in here, and I include a clip from Lou Mongello's WDW Radioshow. You should visit his show for more.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message