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Guest Post: One Man’s Journey to Marceline
Posted on March 7, 2013 | No Comments“To tell the truth, more things of importance happened to me in Marceline than have happened since – or are likely to in the future.” With those words, Walt Disney certainly set the bar high for Marceline, Missouri. The man created an entertainment empire, winning 32 Academy Awards and millions... -
Gift Guide: Disney Magic for Your iPhone!
Posted on November 25, 2012 | No CommentsIt’s holiday time, and that means it’s time to pick up some Disney swag for the main Mouse in your life. But what should you wrap up in pretty paper and put under the tree this year? Jen from MickeyFix.com has put together a quick list to help you select... -
Guest Post: Tom Bricker Shares Spectacular Highlights From Cars Land
Posted on July 16, 2012 | 1 CommentI’m so pleased to have Tom Bricker back sharing his amazing photo skills and some highlights from his recent visit to the grand opening of Cars Land at Disney California Adventure. Please welcome Tom again and enjoy his post below: Cars Land at Disney California Adventure is quite possibly... -
VIDEO: Disney’s Wild Africa Trek-A Passage to Africa
Posted on May 8, 2012 | 4 CommentsCorrespondent Nicole Siscaretti rounds out her coverage for us with a personal tour of the Wild Africa Trek at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. As you may recall, I was able to preview this trek before it opened to the general public, and shared the Wild Africa Trek Facts and Figures. It... -
Disney’s Art of Animation Video Tour With Imagineer Interviews
Posted on May 2, 2012 | 1 CommentThe Art of Animation Resort is a whimsical new place to stay on Walt Disney World property beginning Summer of 2012 with the opening of the Finding Nemo themed rooms. The family suites start at $249 and sleep up to six with two bathrooms and a kitchenette. Opening at later... -
REVIEW: Marvel’s The Avengers Lives Up to the Hype For Fans and Newbies
Posted on May 1, 2012 | 3 CommentsI must confess, I am sort of a half-hearted comic book geek-girl. I never really got into superhero comics, but I certainly grew up reading others. My summers were filled with Archie and Jughead comics, peppered with Casper the Friendly Ghost and Donald Duck for good measure. I’ve also always... -
Imagineer Trevor Bryant on the New Test Track – Video and Photos
Posted on April 30, 2012 | 2 CommentsAt the Summer to Remember Media Event I had the opportunity to ask Imagineering Show Producer Trevor Bryant to give us the scoop on what the re-imagined Test Track will offer. Take a peek at this video and see what he shared! Here are some images of the concept art... -
Guest Post: Guide For Bringing First-timers to Walt Disney World
Posted on November 8, 2011 | No CommentsToday brings another great guest post, this time from Scott Gustin, a Senior Web Producer at MyFox8.com in North Carolina, and major Disney fan. You can find Scott on twitter @scgustinwdw and writing for his tech-savvy site, TheSocialMouse.com, where he discusses Disney’s social media forays and use of technology. I love... -
Guest Post-Spooky Top 5: Disney Halloween Movies
Posted on October 28, 2011 | No CommentsHere’s another great post from Ryan Wilson of the Main St. Gazette – enjoy! ~Zanna The leaves have been rustling here, and it is getting darker earlier in the evenings, which can mean only one thing, in just a few days princesses, pirates, monsters, cowgirls, and bugs will be descending... -
VIDEO: Fun Overview of LEGOLAND Florida on Opening Day
Posted on October 26, 2011 | No CommentsI had some friends along with my family at the Grand Opening of LEGOLAND Florida back on October 15, and my good friend Nicole recorded some of our experiences that day. This is just one short example of the many sights to enjoy at LEGOLAND. I’ll still be spotlighting a... -
Guest Post: Snow on Big Thunder Mountain
Posted on October 13, 2011 | 2 CommentsOne of my favorite things about connecting with blog readers and Disney fans online is hearing their stories from Disney parks I’ve never been to. It’s always fun to see things from a different perspective. Today I’m pleased to share a post from Nick Sim of ThemeParkTourist.com. Here Nick shares... -
Guest Post: Kingdom of Courage
Posted on October 12, 2011 | No CommentsOn Earth Day in 2010, after seeing the trailer for Disneynature: African Cats for the first time, I tweeted out something to the effect that followers should be marking their calendars as the return of True-Life Adventures would begin on 22 April 2011. Today, having viewed the movie in theaters and... -
Guest Post: Disney-LEGO Studios?
Posted on September 9, 2011 | No CommentsHere’s another fun post from Ryan P. Wilson of the Main St. Gazette. A truly dedicated Disney and LEGO maniac! … I’ve been working on a personal project for the past couple of years, a labor (literally) of love that combines two of my favorite passions, Walt Disney World and... -
Guest Post: What’s So Great About Spaceship Earth?
Posted on August 31, 2011 | 5 CommentsIf there is any question that Spaceship Earth is the coolest looking attraction/icon at Walt Disney World, keep reading. -
VIDEO: Magical Disneyland Memories (and a little D23 Expo too)
Posted on August 29, 2011 | 8 Commentsmy real purpose in writing this post is to implore, even beg any Disney fan that has not yet made the pilgrimage to the "motherland" to do so. If you're anything like my friends and me, it will change your life. -
Disney’s D23 Expo 2011: A Primer for All You Need To Know
Posted on August 15, 2011 | 3 CommentsBilled as "The Ultimate Fan Event," D23 Expo 2011 takes over the Anaheim Convention Center Aug. 19-21. -
GUEST POST: Easy Living Comes Easy For Bears
Posted on June 30, 2011 | No CommentsIf your childhood was anything like mine, then you spent a good deal of your allotted television time watching VHS of Walt Disney Home Videos. You know, the white plastic-cased movies sporting Sorcerer Mickey on the cover. My absolute favorite of these VHS tapes, the one I had memorized the... -
Guest Post: Redeeming Epcot’s Coral Reef Restaurant
Posted on June 21, 2011 | 2 CommentsToday’s post comes to you from David Landon, owner/author of Future Probe and EPCOT-aficionado. Please enjoy his take on how Coral Reef has changed over the years. When The Living Seas opened in 1986, 8-year-old me was fascinated by it. I especially wanted to eat at the Coral Reef Restaurant,... -
Step Into the Studios Past With McDonald’s Dick Tracy Crimestoppers Game
Posted on June 14, 2011 | 8 CommentsIf there is a single item related to Dick Tracy that I have continually sought after it is a collection of Crimestopper game pieces tied to the 1990 release. The two stage scratch-offs were from McDonald’s and included a multiple choice scene and a mug shot. -
Creating Magic and Memories at the Harmony Barber Shop
Posted on March 8, 2011 | 2 CommentsI’m pleased to bring you a guest post today from a wonderful Disney fan and friend, Mary Jo Collins. Known as “MoJo” by most, she just effervesces with Disney magic and pixie dust when you meet her. I am honored to have her here sharing some wonderful stories and information... -
Transformation and Rebirth – The Crimson Wing Guest Review
Posted on November 16, 2010 | 1 CommentGreat thanks to Ryan P. Wilson, Editor-in-Chief at the amazing resource that is the Main Street Gazette. I have written before about how much I love his site and am honored to have him writing a couple of guest posts here at ZannaLand. Please welcome him and enjoy his inspiring... -
Disney Store Times Square NYC Behind the Scenes With Jodi Benson
Posted on November 9, 2010 | 3 CommentsToday’s post is brought to you by fellow Disney fan and friend, Jennifer Meyering. Jennifer may be found with other Walt Disney World planning experts at their fan site – Disney Dream Depot. Each week they put on a web chat on Disney topics and share their advice with readers... -
The Benefit Sale at Downtown Disney – Save & Give Back!
Posted on September 17, 2010 | 3 CommentsI love shopping! And when my shopping can benefit the Orlando local community, why then my ADOS (Attention Deficit OOOOOHHHHHH SHINEY) makes me a model citizen. The Disney Community Relations team has been working with Downtown Disney, the Heart of Florida United Way and their local agencies to create an... -
Duffy the Disney Bear to Have a Costume for Each World Showcase Country
Posted on September 16, 2010 | 1 CommentWe’re going to dive right in with something reader Shelley C. discovered today about none other than Duffy the Disney Bear. As you may recall, Duffy will be appearing to passholders this Saturday in a special presentation welcoming him to Epcot. Many people wondered if Duffy would appear park-wide, in... -
Meet Moms Panel Mabel!! She’s Ready to Help You Go Away…on Vacation of Course!
Posted on June 24, 2010 | No CommentsI know many of you have been following the “Meet Your Walt Disney World Moms Panel” series here on ZannaLand and anxiously awaiting the next interview. However in the course of compiling my notes for these entries, I discovered an unread email from a “Moms Panel Mabel”. I’m not sure...
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