Werner Weiss

A “roundup” of books that Yesterland readers might enjoy has become an annual tradition. The emphasis is always on theme parks—their secrets and history,...

Technically, Starcade hasn’t really “gone to Yesterland” at all, but nobody would mistake today’s Starcade, with its intermittent use for various temporary events, for...

When you visit the Hollywood Pictures Backlot at Yester California Adventure, your family might want to see famous television celebrities. If it’s 2003 and...

Aloha! Yesterland is usually about retired elements of Disney theme parks, but not always. This is my 30th article about Aulani, A Disney Resort...

It’s 2001 in Yesterland. For the first time ever, the Haunted Mansion has been transformed. It’s not just decorated on the outside. It’s practically...

For the 50th anniversary of the October 1, 1971 opening of Walt Disney World, Yesterland looks back at its 20th anniversary. The Walt Disney...

California Adventure is the theme park about California, located in California. And what could be more Californian than feasting on a genuine McDonald’s Big...

The Wave isn’t really in the basement. It just seems that way, especially if you arrive by monorail. From the majestic Grand Canyon Concourse...

Yesterland takes an expanded look at how elements of the real country of Norway compare to Epcot’s Norway. The Imagineering is brilliant. Read the YESTERLAND...

Mad Tea Party is still a popular attraction at Disneyland, but the original version is in Yesterland. This opening day 1955 attraction was inspired...

The Earffel Tower worked as a park icon. It was distinctive and memorable—just like the other park icons at Walt Disney World. It just...

Pretend you just arrived at Los Angeles International Airport. Pretend you’re the newest movie star in Hollywood. Pretend your ride vehicle is a fancy...

Yester Studios has a land based on the groundbreaking 1995 movie Toy Story. But it’s not called Toy Story Land. It’s called Pixar Place. Read...

Trains and theme parks are a perfect match. Yester California Adventure has a train too. It’s the California Zephyr. This sleek, streamlined beauty represents...

There’s a traditional movie theater in Yesterland. It’s not a 3-D theater—although it used to be one when it had a different name. It’s...

In Muppet Vision 3D, Sam the Eagle calls the finale, “A Salute to All Nations, but Mostly America.” Sam might characterize the Italy Pavilion...

You’re at the place where Condor Flats and Grizzly Peak meet. A billboard advertises “Condor Flats Air Tours.” An airplane features the same brand...

When you want a quick soft drink at Yester Epcot, you have two choices. You can pay theme park prices for familiar Coca-Cola products...

Walk up the stairs to a traditional chalet in the Alps of Fantasyland. After waiting in line and handing over a “D” coupon, a...

It’s the winter of 2015. Disney’s mega-hit Frozen has invaded Disneyland Park, Disney California Adventure, and Downtown Disney. Although most of the changes are...