Disneyland Paris Update: New Attraction, Poor Operations, Beautiful Photos

Categories: Alain Littaye, Disneyland Paris

Few parks are more beautiful than Disneyland Paris when it is in full bloom.  We have a wonderful update on the operations of this park, including news about a major upcoming new attraction and tons of fantastic pictures.  Then join us for some spirited discussion as we compare and contrast the good news with the bad on this beautiful park with the ugly operating procedures.

View: Disneyland Paris Update - New Attraction!

Tron: Legacy

Categories: Alain Littaye, Entertainment

Let the hype begin, Tron 2 finally has a name and a teaser trailer.  The long anticipated film will be called Tron: Legacy and is billed as a 3D high-tech adventure set in a digital world.  Disney used San Diego's geek-fest, Comic-Con, to launch the promotion for Tron 2.  The plot centers on Sam Flynn (GARRETT HEDLUND), the son of Kevin Flynn (JEFF BRIDGES), who has been trapped in the world of Tron for 25 years.  Join Alain Littaye as we take our first look at the upcoming Disney film.

View: First look at Tron: Legacy

From Mission To Mars to Mission: Space And Beyond

Categories: Alain Littaye

Alain Littaye takes a look at two amazing "Space" themed attractions, the extinct Mission to Mars and the still flying, Mission: Space.  Then he takes us beyond the bounds of reality to the Space attraction which almost was, before great dreams were destroyed by Michael Eisner.  Photos, video, and concept art await you.

View: From Mission To Mars to Mission Space and Beyond

Disney’s Big Hitters In Imagineering Bid Farewell to Marty Sklar

Categories: Alain Littaye, Disney Company News

Disney Imagineering said a fond farewell to their former boss, Marty Sklar, in an all star event this past Thursday.  Among the talented Disney notables in attendance were Alice Davis, Rolly Crump, Richard Sherman, Mickey Steinberg, Orlando Ferrante, Walt Peregoy, Julie Svendsen, Tony Baxter, Eric Jacobson, Eddie Sotto, Tom Morris, Bob Weis, Barbara Hastings (Marty's assistant for many years), Dave Smith, Dave Snyder, Nelson Meacham, Frank Armitage, Valerie Edwards, Kim Irvine, Craig Russell, Bruce Vaughn, Robert Coltrin, Stan Dodd, Kathy Mangum, Chris Runco, Greg Wilzbach, Paul Comstock, Dick Cook, Steve Anderson, and many more.  And to prove Marty's star power, Richard Sherman himself personally serenaded Marty and entertained the crowd on the "Big D Patio" at Imagineering.  We've got the scoop and photos from the Disney and More Blog.

View: Disney and More's All Star Salute To Marty Sklar

Interview With Pat Burke - Imagineer with a Frontierland State Of Mind

Categories: Alain Littaye, Disneyland Paris

Alain Littaye of the Disney and More Blog interviews Imagineer Pat Burke regarding many details of his work.  Pat is like the sheriff of Frontierland, having worked on all of the Big Thunder attractions, Splash Mountain, Phantom Manor, and the various Indiana Jones attractions.  This is an in depth interview which touches on design and story details of Pat's work in Disney parks across the globe.  Along with the fun and detailed interview, you'll find over 55 photos, including design details and concept art.

View: Disney and More Interview and Discussion with Imagineer Pat Burke

Hong Kong Disneyland Expansion

Categories: Alain Littaye, Hong Kong Disneyland

Hong Kong Disneyland is set to expand with three new lands wrapped behind the far side of Adventureland.  The new lands will include unique attractions with some familiar influences.  Grizzly Trail will feature a Big Thunder Mountain style roller coaster in a Grizzly Mountain setting, Mystic Point will have a Haunted Mansion style ride with elements and theme similar to the Tower of Terror, and Toy Story Land will be filled with Pixar themed children's attractions.  The expansion addresses the current lack of attractions at Hong Kong Disneyland and resulting poor attendance.  Join us for full descriptions and detailed photos.

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Soarin’ Over the World - Coming Soon?

Categories: Alain Littaye, Disneyland Paris

MiceChat Blogger, Alain Littaye, fills us in on what's soon to be Soarin' into the Disney parks.  The rumors have been flying since Epcot built ityes Soarin' attraction and have continued to swirl around Disneyland Paris as well.  We'll sort out what's high flying fluff and what's headed for a solid landing.  Alain's Disney and More blog is a treasure trove of Disney insider information.  Soar on in to see for yourself.

View: Sorin' Over the World, Coming Soon?