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On the Cover: “5 Years of Disney Magic” Photos © Tim Devine and Disney Issue 31 Five Years of Magic at Walt Disney World 42 Contents Calendar of Events .............................................................6 Disney News & Updates................................................. 8 MOUSE VIEWS ..........................................................13 Guide to the Magic by Tim Foster............................................................................14 “Ghost” Writers: Hidden Mickeys by Steve Barrett ......................................................................16 The Story of the 52 Photography Tips & Tricks by Tim Devine ..........................................................................18 Haunted Mansion Disney Legends by Jamie Hecker ....................................................................22 Disney Cuisine by Allison Jones ......................................................................24 Disney Secrets by Jamie Hecker ....................................................................26 Exploring the Travel Tips Wonder of the China 60 by Beci Mahnken ...................................................................28 Disneyland Magic Pavilion by J Darling...............................................................................30 FEATURED ATTRACTION Lights, Motors, Action! .................................................32 FEATURED FILM The Pies are Back in The Little Mermaid ........................................................36 Mickey’s Eyes 66 Wandering the World ...................................................74 By the Numbers .....................................................................75 Quick Quiz...............................................................................76 Kids Korner ...........................................................................78 Mystery Quest ........................................................................82 Tim & Lou’s Top 10 ...........................................................84 The Story Behind Gertie the Dinosaur 70 Five Years of Memories and Magic This issue marks the five year anniversary of Celebrations magazine, and as we look back on the past five years, it’s amazing to think about all of the things that have changed at Walt Disney World. We’ll take a look at our five favorites in this issue, but of course that only scratches the surface. One of the best things about Walt Disney World is that it’s forever growing, evolving, and innovating. Just when you think you’ve seen everything, something new pops up to provide you with a brand new experience. This can range from something as innocuous as the discovery of a new Hidden Mickey to the opening of whole new land. It could be a new interactive game that the whole family can experience together, or a scrumptious new eatery featuring exotic foods and delectable desserts. Looking ahead, we know about a few things that are coming our way over the next five years, everything from a new Fantasyland roller coaster to the new Avatar land at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Rumors abound about new Star Wars-themed attractions (or lands, or parks!) and the possibility of Cars Land coming to Florida following its resounding success at Disney California Adventure. But even with all of that said, one thing is for sure. Despite what we hear, and what we think we know, there will always be new surprises in store for us as Disney’s Imagineers continue to push the envelopes of innovation, technology, and, well, magic. On a more personal note, I am deeply indebted to all of the writers and contributors that have helped make Celebrations what it is today. We are about to make some exciting new announcements, and will be bringing forth lots of new ways for us to share that Disney magic together. So here’s to the next five years, and as we all wait with childlike anticipation for what Walt Disney World will think of next, we can do so the way Walt always wanted his parks to be experienced…together. Tim Foster 2 · Celebrations Editor Tim Foster Associate Editors Lou Mongello Michelle Foster • Catherine Lusby Contributing Writers Steve Barrett J Darling Tim Devine Jamie Hecker Allison Jones Beci Mahnken Creative Direction and Design Tim Foster Associate Art Director Michelle Foster Customer Service Senior Manager Lisa Mahan Social Media Director Jessica Clawson Contributing Photographers Tim Foster, Tim Devine, Barrie Brewer, Lisa Mahan, Loren Javier, Jamie Hecker Basic subscription rate is $29.99 for six issues ($35.99 for Canada residents, $54.99 for other international residents). To subscribe online visit www.celebrationspress.com. Single issue price is $5.99. All orders must be prepaid and are payable in U.S. funds only. Celebrations (USPS 025-286) is published bimonthly in the U.S. by Celebrations Press, Inc, 308 Sundance Drive, Chester Springs, PA. 19425. Periodicals Postage Rate Paid at Chester Springs, PA and additional mail- ing offices. 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The authors and publisher shall not be held liable for any information (valid or invalid) presented here and do not represent The Walt Disney Company. 3 · Celebrations 4 · Celebrations Contributors Lori Elias credits her pas- Joe Essaf’s annual family Ray Harkness thanks Disney sion for Disney to long- vacations to Walt Disney for saving his marriage. time friend Tara Miller, World have instilled in After being shown the joys a Cast Member with the him a love of magic and of a vacation by his lovely Disney Cruiseline. Lori is fantasy. Along with his wife Nancy, he now cannot a Cleveland-area middle appreciation and passion imagine being away from school music teacher by day, for the animated classics, work if it doesn’t involve a freelance writer by night, Joe has a strong connection Disney resort. When not and Disney fan 24/7. She has with Disney and all of its touring the parks, Ray written for a number of properties. Joe will always writes for his blog Grumpy’s music publications, and is continue to visit Walt Disney Hollow under the name thrilled to be able to share World and pick himself up a Grumpwurst (grumpyspace. her love of all things Disney. delicious Mickey Bar. blogspot.com). Cari Keebaugh is a professor John King is a novelist, poet, Jim Korkis is an of English specializing in journalist, and scholar internationally recognized children’s and young adult currently teaching at the Disney Historian whose literature and culture. Her University of Central Florida. writing and original