How Walt Disney’s obsession with futurism inspired ‘Tomorrowland’

Back in 1972, when New York City was a post-apocalyptic hell hole overrun by crime and on the verge of bankruptcy, architect Peter Blake opined that to save it, the government should be banished and Manhattan should instead be turned over to an unlikely savior.

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Photos Reveal What Crossbones Will Look Like in Captain America Civil War

Captain America: Civil War filming is under way and photos from the shoot have already surfaced on the net. Just Jared had some set photos from the film and we finally get to see what Crossbones looks like for next year’s release.

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Adventures by Disney Announces Two Additional Danube River Cruise Departures

Due to popular demand, Adventures by Disney® announces two additional departures of its first-ever river cruising itinerary along the Danube River. Beginning today, the following dates are available to book:

  • Aug. 4-11, 2016 (Budapest to Vilshofen)
  • Dec. 15-22, 2016 (Vilshofen to Budapest) – As this sailing takes place during the holiday season, there are a few variations in the itinerary, including trips to Christmas markets. Please visit DisneyTravelAgents.com for more information.

Sailing with AmaWaterways, the travel industry’s premier luxury river cruise line, Adventures by Disney river cruises offer a new way for guests to experience the heart of Europe in a way that is active, immersive and easy.

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If Disney Princesses Were Thirtysomethings

Take a look at these photos if Disney Princesses Were Thirtysomethings.

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Photos: New Downtown Disney New Shops

Take a look at some photos of some new shops and restaurants as Downtown Disney transforms into Disney Springs.

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Indiana Jones-Themed Bar Could Be The Best Reason to Go To Disney World

If you’re looking for a place to throw back a few shots of whiskey after raiding a Venezuelan tomb for archaeological treasures or, you know, standing in line for Space Mountain for two hours, the new Indiana Jones-themed bar might be just the place.

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‘Tomorrowland’ Eyes $50 Million Memorial Weekend Opening

Disney’s “Tomorrowland” is lining up to win the Memorial Weekend box office despite the fact that the movie is so shrouded in mystery that ticket buyers have only a vague idea what it’s even about. The big-budget tentpole, starring George Clooney, is poised to debut north of $50 million over the four-day holiday, according to industry tracking sources.

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Disney CEO Robert Iger Sells $21.7 Million in Company Stock

With the good times continuing to roll at Disney, CEO Robert Iger has cashed in some of his stock in the company, taking in some $21.7 million by selling 200,000 shares, according to an official filing.

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New Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar Coming to Downtown Disney at Walt Disney World Resort in Fall 2015

Beginning in fall 2015, guests can enjoy Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar, a new aviation-themed lounge, located at Downtown Disney® at Walt Disney World® Resort.

With a prime location along Lake Buena Vista, nestled between Paradiso 37 and The Boathouse, this new venue will feature unique cocktails – such as the “Hovito Mojito” with Barso Quebranta Pisco, fresh lime juice and simple syrup – and small plates such as “Air Pirates Everything Pretzels” with house-made mustard and beer cheese fondue.

Ardent fans of the “Indiana Jones” films may recognize Jock Lindsey as Indy’s frequent pilot. In the main room, guests will discover an expansive bar, aviation décor filling the room, vintage travel posters covering the walls and correspondence between Jock, Indy and their fellow adventurers on display.

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Video shows how Disney recycled scenes in its animation movies

Sometimes instead of coming up with new ideas for scenes in movies, it’s just easier to copy your own work. Check out this video that shows how Disney recycled and re-used and repurposed scenes from its movies. Sleeping Beauty is Beauty in the Beast, Robin Hood was used in Snow White and so on.

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