The Enchanted Tiki Room premiered at Disneyland on June 23, 1963. It took Walt Disney many years to create the show and bring to life its more than 200 performers. The Enchanted Tii Room show is led by four famous macaws–Jose, Michael, Pierre, and Fritz. Animated orchids, toucans, cokatoos, carved wooden tiki poles, tiki drummers, and masks follow the macaws’ lead through songs and even a bit of bad weather. One of those songs, the Tiki Room’s theme song, was written by the Oscar-winning Sherman brothers. Legend has it that Walt Disney would frequently stop by and enjoy...
Fun Fact Friday: The Enchanted Tiki Room
July 2, 2010 in adventureland, All Posts, disneyland, disneyland resort, fun facts, tiki room, walt disney
The Enchanted Tiki Room premiered at Disneyland on June 23, 1963. It took Walt Disney many years to create the show and bring to life its more than 200 performers. The Enchanted Tii Room show is led by four famous macaws–Jose, Michael, Pierre, and Fritz. Animated orchids, toucans, cokatoos, carved wooden tiki poles, tiki drummers, and masks follow the macaws’ lead through songs and even a bit of bad weather. One of those songs, the Tiki Room’s theme song, was written by the Oscar-winning Sherman brothers. Legend has it that Walt Disney would frequently stop by and enjoy...
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Monday Must Have: Foogo Bottles by Thermos Review and Giveaway
June 28, 2010 in All Posts, reviewWelcome to my new series, Monday Must Have. My hope is to bring you weekly must haves that will make your trips to the Disneyland Resort easier or more pleasurable. This week, I am happy to report on a product that a Babes...
Friday Fun Fact: World of Color 101
June 25, 2010 in All Posts, disney california adventure, disneyland resort, entertainment, fun facts, world of colorWorld of Color was inspired by Walt Disney’s 1960s television series, “Walt Disney’s Wonderful World of Color.” Walt was an entertainment innovator and always took his audiences on exciting, vivid adventures. World of Color continues in the same vein. The show is a major...
My First Trip Alone As A Mommy Of Three
June 23, 2010 in All Posts, attraction tips, babies & toddlers, Big Kids, disney california adventure, disneyland, disneyland resort, Tips & Tricks for FamiliesYesterday I did it. I took all three of my kids to Disneyland…alone… That’s three boys ages 11 weeks, 2 1/2 years, and 5 years. I’m not going to lie to you. It was tough, but really fun. It was hot and crowded and...
The Science of World of Color
June 17, 2010 in All Posts, disney california adventure, disneyland resort, entertainment, fun factsAfter watching the world premiere of World of Color, I met an H2Ologist who shared a bit of the “science” behind the new hit Disneyland Resort show. Our chance meeting and a fantastic clip of the show is below.
A Very Little Mermaid Post
in All Posts, attractions, disney california adventure, disneyland resort, fun facts, paradise pier, videoNext year, California Adventure will unveil a new Little Mermaid-themed attraction. Thanks to my dear friend Marcy, I have a sneak peak at the attraction from a recent Disneyland press event. (You know, the one I could attend because things went horribly wrong…) And...
It’s Time To Get Real About My Oh-so Glamorous Night
June 12, 2010 in All Posts, babies & toddlers, Big Kids, disney california adventure, disneyland resort, grand californianI write a whole lot about fabulous times I have at the Disneyland media events, but there are times (many times) when my family goes to the park and things go wrong. And sometimes, things go really wrong. And sometimes, things go really, really...
World of Color Review and Lots of Pictures
June 10, 2010 in All Posts, disney california adventure, disneyland resort, entertainment, fun facts, video, world of colorOn Tuesday, June 1, I had the esteemed pleasure and honor to be among the first to see World of Color (WOC) at Disney’s California Adventure. Less than 100 people assembled that night to see the show’s “dress rehearsal” after a Q and A...
World of Color Viewing Part 2: Strollers and My Thoughts
June 3, 2010 in All Posts, disney california adventure, disneyland resort, entertainment, world of colorI featured this picture yesterday, but thought it was just toocool not to post again. Plus, I am not allowed to post anyother pictures of the show until June 10! Before attending Tuesday’s event, I asked readers what questions they have for World of...
World of Color Viewing Options
in All Posts, character dining, dining, disney california adventure, disneyland resort, world of colorThat’s me–glass of wine andno baby! I was free as could beonly 8 weeks after Baby C’s arrival.I needed a little vino to ease myguilt about leaving my little guy. Last night I attended the World of Color media preview and dress rehearsal. It...