Say Goodbye to Hollywood...

Today marked the official name change from Disney/MGM Studios to the new Disney's Hollywood Studios. I must admit it is a tad bittersweet, but it gives the rare opportunity to watch an entire park wide transformation. While the signage switch will last into the next couple of months, Disney cast members were hard at work last night to make some important changes, both big and small.

Of course, the main entrance signage was given the new treatment and unveiled for the first time this morning.

Some of the changes were a bit more subtle, such as this switch on the security guardhouse by the ABC Commissary.

Farewell, Disney/MGM Studios, and welcome, Disney's Hollywood Studios!

Nowhere in Particular

This "Door to Nowhere" can be found right around the corner from Mama Melrose's at the Studios, near the meet and greet area for the Toy Story characters. I particularly like the decaying door frame and rusted light switch.

Where the Wild Things Are

The Villas at Wilderness Lodge spare no detail when it comes to creating a comfortable rustic setting. These various creatures can be found above your head as you enter into the main area, giving the illusion that the building itself is alive and full of spirit.

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year! I wish all of you a safe and prosperous 2008 full of Disney magic. Thank you for your continued support of my humble blog, and I look forward to sharing more details with you in the coming year.

The Zip Award

When digging in Dinoland USA, you better make sure you find something or you will become the recipient of the Zip Award, given to those who find "zip." There is an entire room in Restaurantasaurus dedicated to this prestigious award.

Scientific Crate

This crate can be found in the preshow area for Muppet*Vision 3D, from the Scientific Doohicky Company based out of Newark, New Jersey. Its contents include thingamabobs, whatzits, doodads, widgets, and assorted folderal.

Merry Christmas!

No one decorates for the holidays like Disney, and every park and resort is decorated with its own particular theme. In honor of today, here's a sampling of some of the many beautiful trees scattered about property. Merry Christmas everyone!

BoardWalk

Beach Club

Magic Kingdom

Animal Kingdom

Epcot

Downtown Disney - Once Upon A Toy