Though the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train doesn’t have the vintage look and feel like the first attraction we discussed in Space Mountain, it does hold some serious Walt Disney history as it bears the name of the original Disney full length animated film. This ride is one that is here to stay, and should be a staple in any ...
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Disney Digest: Your Insider’s Guide to the Marquee Attractions – Volume Two
4. Disney Secrets This ride is filled with more nostalgic secrets, rather than ones you have to hunt and find. With Imagineers always wanting to remain true to form, they went ahead and used some of the old animatronics and characters from the Snow White Scary Adventures attraction to keep some historical sense to the new attraction. You may even ...
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3. Ride The Mine Train was designed as more of a “family” themed ride rather than your typical thrill coaster like Space Mountain or Expedition Everest. The ride itself has the feel of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. Riders get to experience the attraction both indoors and outdoors. One of my favorite parts of this attraction is the swaying and moving ...
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2. Pre-Ride Experience Being a new attraction, the Disney Imagineers used newer technology to allow guests to remain active and engaged while waiting in line. There is a “sorting station” for little miners to sort jewels that is over fifteen feet long. Guests whom have a keen eye for detail, will also notice an ode to Dopey we’ll dig into ...
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1. History One could argue that Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs is the most iconic film in the history of Walt Disney Pictures. The film was the first full length animated picture of its kind. Snow White truly set the bar for all animated pictures going forward. It still appeals to guests of all ages, and the Magic ...
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Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Disney Fanatic has always been a great reference to all things Walt Disney World related. From planning your first trip, to lodging and dining recommendations, we have you covered. The attractions within each of the parks are typically what draws guests in droves from the wee hours of the morning until Tinkerbell bids the guests goodnight ...
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1. History The unmistakable white structure that sits on the most easterly portion of the Magic Kingdom is known as non-other than Space Mountain. It is a fan favorite not just within the Magic Kingdom, but all of Walt Disney World. It has taken over 40 years of improvements, refurbishments, name changes, and developments for Space Mountain to become ...
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Space Mountain is one of the most nostalgic attractions in all of Walt Disney World. Guests are sure to use one of their Fast Pass experiences on this marquee attraction and usually try to sneak an extra ride of two in before the park closes. Though some say it is better equipped for EPCOT, due to the forward thinking and ...
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4. Disney Secrets Most guests are so consumed with the speed, darkness, and sounds they don’t take the time to look for some of the hidden Disney secrets on the attraction. Are you really that hungry or did you see a chocolate chip cookie in outer space? One of the “planets” when the ride begins strongly resembles a giant cookie! ...
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3. Ride Unfortunately, for astronauts 44” and under, there is a ‘No-Fly Rule’. The lift hill is one of the most sensory enhancing experiences in all of Disney. Rocket passengers are bombarded with neon blue lights, lasers, and sounds as you head up a half cylinder shaped chute before getting blasted into outer space. You can take a peek over ...
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