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Sid Cahuenga On the Cover: “A Grand and Miraculous Spaceship”, photo by Tim Devine Editor The Good Old Days Tim Foster As he was creating the magical world of Disneyland, Walt Disney faced many obstacles. Whether they were Contributing Writers Steve Barrett technological, logistical, or financial, the challenges were immense, and in many cases must have seemed J Darling insurmountable. A seemingly minor concern is one that still faces the parks today, and that is how to main- Tim Devine tain the same level of excitement without falling into the trap of having things go stale. Allison Jones Beci Mahnken A closely related challenge lay in the presentation of the future; how do you present a vision of tomorrow John Rick that doesn’t become hopelessly outdated over time? Associate Editors It was a challenge that Walt faced from the very beginning of his filmmaking career. Never one to rest on Lou Mongello Jennifer Bright Reich • Michelle Foster • Catherine Lusby his laurels, he didn’t believe in sequels. He was always anxious to break new ground, to open doors into new worlds. That policy may have become less strict over the years, but the challenge remains the same. Creative Direction and Design How do you keep the parks fresh and exciting, particularly to those who’ve seen and Tim Foster Associate Art Director done nearly everything? Michelle Foster The answer is to innovate, to take chances, and to keep in mind that everything is about the Guest’s experi- Social Media Director ence. Whether it’s the creation of a whole new land at the Magic Kingdom or a minor update to a beloved Jessica Clawson attraction, the Imagineers are always working to improve the show. 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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. 2 · Celebrations 3 · Celebrations Contributors Discovering the Magic “When you’re curious, you find lots of interesting things to do.” – Walt Disney Walt was right (again). His quote is applicable not just to our daily lives, but when you visit the Disney parks as well. How so? Because if you visit Walt Disney World with a renewed sense of curiosity each time you Ray Harkness thanks Disney Jim Korkis is an Jamie Hecker has been a Jeff Heimbuch lives along visit, you’ll never know what you’ll discover. for saving his marriage. internationally recognized lifelong fan of Disney, and the Jersey Shore, but his After being shown the joys Disney Historian whose is passing on his love to heart lies at the Some of the most wonderful experiences in Walt Disney World cannot be found on a park map, of a vacation by his lovely writing and original his sons. He and his family Disney Parks. Jeff is cur- Times Guide, brochure, or advertisement. Some need to be specifically sought out, while others await pos- wife Nancy, he now cannot research has been utilized by visit Orlando annually and rently working on a book imagine being away from other Disney Historians as always look forward to with Disney Legend sible accidental discovery. work if it