The Disney Look... to the Past! (March 1-7)
Hello, and welcome to the latest edition of the weekly feature known as "The Disney Look... to the Past!"
Enjoy reading all of the following interesting facts about the Walt Disney Parks, Resorts, Movies, and more:
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This Week in Disney History: March 1-7
March 1, 1996 - Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort opens in South Carolina
A six-hour drive up the Atlantic coast from the Walt Disney World Resort, Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort in South Carolina was the first Disney Vacation Club property built outside of Florida. Styled after a 1940s hunting and fishing lodge, the resort lies on a secluded island in Shelter Cove Harbour, draped by hundred year-old live oak trees. When not enjoying the natural beauty of the resort and partaking in swimming, fishing, and campfires, Members and Guests can hop on a shuttle to Disney’s private Beach House on the Atlantic shore for more laid-back fun in the sun.
March 7, 2008 - Bob Gurr receives a window on Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland Park
The sleek, space-aged lines of the Monorail. The classic charm of the double-decker Main Street Omnibus. The aerodynamic toboggans for the Matterhorn Bobsleds. Imagineer Bob Gurr designed and engineered all of these vehicles and more for Disney Parks, earning the title of Disney Legend in 2004 plus Disneyland Park’s highest honor, a window on Main Street, U.S.A., in 2008. Bob’s Disney career began in 1954 when he was asked to consult on the design for the original Autopia cars. Though retired since 1981, Bob continued to consult on Disney projects and remains a fan community favorite, releasing the behind-the-scenes book “Design: Just For Fun” in 2012.
Also this week in Disney history:
March 1, 1996 - Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort opens in South Carolina
A six-hour drive up the Atlantic coast from the Walt Disney World Resort, Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort in South Carolina was the first Disney Vacation Club property built outside of Florida. Styled after a 1940s hunting and fishing lodge, the resort lies on a secluded island in Shelter Cove Harbour, draped by hundred year-old live oak trees. When not enjoying the natural beauty of the resort and partaking in swimming, fishing, and campfires, Members and Guests can hop on a shuttle to Disney’s private Beach House on the Atlantic shore for more laid-back fun in the sun.
March 7, 2008 - Bob Gurr receives a window on Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland Park
The sleek, space-aged lines of the Monorail. The classic charm of the double-decker Main Street Omnibus. The aerodynamic toboggans for the Matterhorn Bobsleds. Imagineer Bob Gurr designed and engineered all of these vehicles and more for Disney Parks, earning the title of Disney Legend in 2004 plus Disneyland Park’s highest honor, a window on Main Street, U.S.A., in 2008. Bob’s Disney career began in 1954 when he was asked to consult on the design for the original Autopia cars. Though retired since 1981, Bob continued to consult on Disney projects and remains a fan community favorite, releasing the behind-the-scenes book “Design: Just For Fun” in 2012.
Also this week in Disney history:
March 1
1924 - “Alice’s Day at Sea,” the first Alice Comedy, debuts
1996 - Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort, part of the Disney Vacation Club, opens
1996 - Walt Disney World officials dedicate the Disney Institute
1999 - Kali River Rapids and Maharajah Jungle Trek officially open at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
2012 - The Disney Fantasy cruise ship is christened in New York City
March 2
1976 - Magic Kingdom Park welcomes its 50 millionth Guest
1976 - The Fort Wilderness Kennel opens at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground
2009 - Ceremony marking the start of construction on the Disney Dream, third Disney Cruise Line ship, takes place at the Mayer Werft shipyards in Papenburg, Germany
March 3
1995 - The Indiana Jones Adventure opens at Disneyland Park
1995 - Walt Disney Pictures releases “Man of the House,” starring Chevy Chase and Jonathan Taylor Thomas
March 4
1989 - “Chip ‘n’ Dale Rescue Rangers” debuts on Disney Channel
2007 - Muppet Mobile Labs, an interactive audio-animatronic demonstration featuring Dr. Bunsen Honeydew and Beaker, debuts at Disney California Adventure Park
March 5
1991 - The Canadian television miniseries “Avonlea" debuts on Disney Channel
1983 - Journey into Imagination, the attraction starring Figment and Dreamfinder, opens at Epcot
2010 - Walt Disney Pictures releases “Alice in Wonderland,” directed by Tim Burton
2012 - Robert Sherman, songwriter along with brother Richard and a Disney Legend, passes away
March 6
1980 - “Kraft Salutes Disneyland’s 25th Anniversary,” featuring Danny Kaye, Annette Funicello and Michael Jackson, airs on television
March 7
1936 - The animated short “Mickey’s Grand Opera” is released
2010 - Disney?Pixar’s “Up” wins Best Animated Feature Film at the 82nd Academy Awards
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