Destination D is happening right now about 5 minutes down the street from my house, but sadly I am not there enjoying the Disney D23 fun. However the updates are still coming in from D23 and of course I wanted to share them here with you. D23 today announced the return of many fan-favorite, in-person […]
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Drawn to Life REVIEW: Is This New Cirque du Soleil Show a MUST SEE for Disney Fans?
Back in 2020 – the last media event I attended before everything shut down, we were given about a 20 minute preview of Cirque du Soleil’s newest show at Disney Springs – Drawn to Life. The media event was for Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway’s debut, but it also combined other upcoming events around Walt […]
New Trailer for SING 2 + Posters and Stills from the Film!
Fans of Illumination’s 2016 film Sing rejoice! Announced earlier this year, the sequel has received a brand new trailer out today, with some stylish new promo art to boot. I know I personally was a fan of the original film – featuring performances from Matthew McConaughey, Taron Egerton, Scarlett Johansson, and more. The gang is […]
Holidays Return at LEGOLAND Florida Resort!
It’s beginning to look a lot like Brick-mas! LEGOLAND Florida Resort is preparing for it’s most wonderful event of the year, HOLIDAYS at LEGOLAND presented by Hallmark Channel. The park will receive a seasonal makeover and bring new entertainment, meet-and-greets, and more all included in general admission. Guests can enjoy: Rocking around the LEGO Tree […]
First Look at Pixar’s LIGHTYEAR!
Earlier this year, Disney/Pixar announced the new pseudo-prequel to the beloved Toy Story character, LIGHTYEAR. Today, we get our first look at the film in this exciting teaser! The sci-fi action-adventure presents the definitive origin story of Buzz Lightyear—the hero who inspired the toy—introducing the legendary Space Ranger who would win generations of fans. The […]
LEGOLAND Florida Celebrates 10 Years!
It feels like LEGOLAND Florida has been for longer than I can remember – but it’s only celebrating its 10th anniversary next month! In that time, the Florida resort has become a classic destination for locals and tourists alike. To celebrate these 10 Awesome years, LEGOLAND is debuting attraction openings, party pop-ups, and Halloween fun. […]
A Closer Look at Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Details
Cast members were recently given preview days at the all-new Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure attraction over in EPCOT’s France pavilion. With that preview, they also got to enjoy the newest restaurant, La Creperie de Paris, which offers both quick service and table service options for crepes. We’ll share a look at all the Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure […]
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History of Pleasure Island from Rosie O’Grady’s to Raglan Road
Welcome friends! We once again have a sparkling new Up the Waterfall podcast to share with you! This time it’s all about the interesting history of Pleasure Island. Believe it or not, our story begins with a little spot down the street from Walt Disney World – Rosie O’Grady’s at Church Street Station. In this […]
The History of Celebration Florida – Up the Waterfall Episode 45
We rejoin our Up the Waterfall show podcast in full swing, with an episode near and dear to my heart, the history of Celebration, Florida. As you’ll see and hear in this week’s show, I followed the origins of Celebration from the start, and remember driving through the town as it was being built, and […]
Disneyland’s Tomorrowland ’67 – Up the Waterfall Episode 44
This week we are focusing on a favorite time period of many, the 1967 refurbishment of Disneyland’s Tomorrowland. As you may know, Tomorrowland was perhaps the smallest land to open in 1955 as far as attractions go, and living up to its name. Walt knew this, and after devoting so much time, effort and creative endeavor […]
Ranking Extinct Disney Attractions – Up the Waterfall Episode 44
Another fun stroll down memory lane, this week we discuss Extinct Disney Attractions. More than just discuss, we rank them! This is one of those episodes where you’re going to want to watch it rather than (or in addition to) listening, as we rank them with cool graphics created by Christian. Speaking of Christian, he […]
Holiday Magic at the Disney Parks Book Review – Up the Waterfall
Everyone loves Disney books, and Scott has made no secret that it is his greatest passion. I recently bought him a couple of new releases that came out, and we were given a new holiday book to review – Holiday Magic at the Disney Parks. This book looked so amazing that I thought it deserved […]
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D23 Disney Fan Club Events Announced for 2022
Destination D is happening right now about 5 minutes down the street from my house, but sadly I am not there enjoying the Disney D23 fun. However the updates are still coming in from D23 and of course I wanted to share them here with you. D23 today announced the return of many fan-favorite, in-person […]
SHANG-CHI Advanced Tickets Now Available
The latest installment in Marvel Studios’ Cinematic Universe is another step closer to release. Starting today, SHANG-CHI is available for advanced purchase at select theaters. Fans can purchase advance tickets through Fandango to see the movie on the big screen in select theaters. To commemorate the sale, Marvel has released a brand new TV spot […]
Disney Wish Adult Areas Sneak Peeks: Spa, Lounges, Specialty Dining and More!
Another fun Disney Wish announcement from Disney Cruise Line this morning, which I’m starting to really love. They give us just enough info to get SUPER excited for all that the Disney Wish will be when it debuts in 2022! This time, it’s all about the Disney Wish adult areas – the places for 18+ […]
Destination D 2021 is Coming to Walt Disney World-Ticket Sale Dates
D23 has just announced the ticket sale date for Destination D! We had previously reported on June 24th: Huge surprise announcement today from D23 – The Official Disney Fan Club as they announced Destination D is happening this year! The Biggest Disney Fan Event of the year is coming November 19–21, 2021! Join D23: The […]
Disney Parks and Cruise Line Plans for the Holidays 2021
Disney Parks Blog just announced tons of holiday news for the happenings, merchandise and more for Disney Parks and Disney Cruise Line in 2021. It looks like some old favorites (Candlelight Processional) still aren’t returning, along with some new favorites (Merry Menagerie at Animal Kingdom) not coming back either. There is still a lot to […]
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The History of Little Orange Bird at Walt Disney World – Up the Waterfall Episode 36
This week we delve into one of my favorite topics: the unique and fascinating story of the Little Orange Bird and his residence at Walt Disney World. Much like Figment showing up in all the EPCOT festival merchandise, Orange Bird is now found all over the parks and resorts, when just 8 years ago, he […]
New Disney Podcast! Up the Waterfall
Hello! Well, it’s all finally happening. If you’ve been following along these recent Zannaland.com changes, we’ve been talking about all the things that were coming up. With the addition of our video producer-extraordinaire, Christian (my son, who’s basically grown up with Zannaland), we’ve added more videos, vlogs, and now, a project I’ve been wanting to […]
What You Must See Before Visiting Disney’s Gran Destino Tower
Gran Destino Tower at Disney’s Coronado Springs is now open. But there is something else you must see before you visit or check-in to Gran Destino Tower…
EPCOT Center Inspired Home Office
Most of EPCOT Center, including its various color and design schemes has just stuck in my brain all these many years. So when I had a chance to start over and create the office I really wanted, it was a natural choice.
A Disney Local Perspective: Holiday Traditions Old and New
My holiday story has gone from one where you never know who would show up at the front door for some coffee and Christmas cookies, to walking through a Disney park and never knowing which friends and neighbors you’d bump into.