Aspiring Disney Historian Archives

Three Fast Facts About Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

June 28, 2021

Today is the 33rd anniversary of Walt Disney World’s flagship resort, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. On June 28, 1988, another resort hotel on the monorail track finally opened — the first since opening day! To celebrate thirty-three years of this grand resort hotel, I’m sharing a few fun facts that everyone should know. Victorian Influences Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa’s looks were inspired by Victoria-era beach resorts ...

Disney News

Fireworks Are Coming Back To Disney Parks Next Month

June 15, 2021

The night skies in the Disney Parks are about to get a lot more magical again starting July 1, 2021. Guests have been getting reopening news all summer long, and this may be the most exciting announcement yet. For many Disney fans, ending a day at the parks with fireworks is a must. We can finally add this Disney must do back to our lists! Disney Parks Blog just announced that nightly fireworks at both Magic Kingdom and EPCOT will return starting next month. Cinderella Castle will dawn a ...

Disney Parks

Four Not-So-Hidden Storybook Circus Details

April 5, 2021

Storybook Circus is a fairly new land on the Magic Kingdom park map. This circus-themed land opened in 2012 during the Fantasyland Expansion and has since become a favorite for the young and the young at heart. It’s no secret that Disney Imagineers love to work in “Easter Eggs” or hidden details throughout Disney Parks. Today I’m sharing four not-so-hidden details to look out for next time you visit Storybook Circus in Magic Kingdom! Remnants of ...