The Disney Look... to the Past! (Feb. 28-March 6)
Hello Orlando Theme Park News Readers, and welcome to the newest edition of the weekly feature known as "The Disney Look... to the Past!"
As always, we hope you will enjoy reading all of the following interesting facts about the Walt Disney Parks, Resorts, Movies, and more. If you have any questions about this material, feel free to contact us or leave a message at the end of this post. Thank you!:
As always, we hope you will enjoy reading all of the following interesting facts about the Walt Disney Parks, Resorts, Movies, and more. If you have any questions about this material, feel free to contact us or leave a message at the end of this post. Thank you!:
This Week in Disney History: Feb. 28 - March 6
March 3, 1995- Indiana Jones Adventure attraction opens in Disneyland
Why does it have to have snakes? Because it's the Indiana Jones Adventure! When this exciting attraction opened in 1995, the world was watching. After 11 years and $100 million invested in creating the ride, Guests and media alike were anxious to embark on this thrilling adventure through India's Lost Delta. More than 1,000 members of the press from across the globe attended the big unveiling, along with thousands of Guests who waited four hours to ride. To help pass the time, travelers were given a decoding paper to translate the “Maraglyphics” and pictographs scattered on the walls throughout the “ruins” of the queue. When they finally stepped foot into the 12-person jeep to begin the epic journey, they thought they were ready for the adventure ahead. But with "falling" debris, fire balls, flying mummies, deadly spears, a giant runaway boulder, and of course, a larger-than-life cobra or two, they had no idea what was in store! The ride was very well received and continues to be a major attraction at Disneyland today.
Feb. 28, 2004 – The Earl of Sandwich Shop opens in Downtown Disney at Walt Disney World.
In 1762, John Montagu, the 4th Earl of Sandwich, was a very busy man. As the First Sea Lord of the mighty British Navy during the American Revolution, he was known as a great explorer and administrator. However, history remembers him more for the namesake he left behind. As legend has it, Lord Montagu was too busy to eat, which is why he came up with the brilliant idea to put meat between two slices of bread. This way he could eat on the run without utensils. And so began the story of the lunchtime favorite: the sandwich. Now 250 years later, Lord Montagu's ancestors have perfected this tasty delicacy, and you can taste the results for yourself at Earl of Sandwich in Downtown Disney. This popular sandwich shop opened Feb. 28, 2004, at Walt Disney World and has been a must-stop shop ever since. With tasty hot sandwiches, nutritious salads, delectable wraps and scrumptious desserts, there is something for everyone's taste buds. And don't miss out on the world-renowned Holiday Turkey sandwich, available year-round and complete with turkey, stuffing, gravy and cranberries. Consider it a history lesson!
Also this week in Disney History:
Feb. 28
1993 — “Bonkers” debuts on the Disney Channel
1996 — The Walt Disney Company acquires Gorda Cay, a Bahamian island that will become Castaway Cay for Disney Cruise Line
2004 — The Earl of Sandwich Shop opens in Downtown Disney at Walt Disney World
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 Meyer 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, Disney 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
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