Disney Parks Blog Weekly Recap May 5, 2013

Did you hear? We launched a new Disney Parks Blog series this week that will feature the amazing stories behind our attractions and maybe even uncover some details you’ve never noticed before.

Erin kicked off “The Magic of Disney Parks Storytelling” series with one of our favorite attractions; Pirates of the Caribbean. The attraction is one of the classic examples of original Disney Parks storytelling and the perfect place to begin. Check out Erin’s Pirates of the Caribbean story and then leave a comment in pirate speak!

And have you heard of the “Domingez Palm” at Disneyland park? If not, you should’ve checked the blog this week for our feature video on the “Cultivating the Magic” tour.

If you’d like to experience the tour for yourself, call 714-781-TOUR(8687) or visit Disneyland Guest Relations. Tickets are available up to one month in advance and the tour begins Saturdays and Sundays at 9 a.m. and Mondays at 10 a.m.

Here’s a look at some of the other stories we worked on this week.

New ‘Limited Time Magic’ Merchandise Coming For ‘May The Fourth Be With You” Celebration at Disney Parks – Steven Miller offers an exclusive look at new Disney Parks merchandise celebrating “Star Wars Day” as part of “Limited Time Magic.”

Vintage Walt Disney World: A Look Back at Magic Kingdom Park Parades – Take a look back at some of the magical parades at Walt Disney World Resort.

How Disney Friends Play at Castaway Cay – See how Mickey and the gang spend their time at Castaway Cay when no one is around!

Finish That Disney Parks Sign: A Muppetational! Shop at Disney’s Hollywood Studios – Test your Disney Parks knowledge and see if you can “Finish That Sign” near Muppet*Vision 3D at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World Resort.

Special ‘Limited Time Magic’ for Merida, ‘Glow with the Show’ Ear Hats at Disney Parks – As a part of “Limited Time Magic,” all 10 Disney Princesses will come together on May 11 in honor of their newest member, Merida, the heroine from Disney•Pixar’s film “Brave.”

A Magical Mother’s Day Disney Present Back by Popular Demand – The Family Portrait Session and gift certificate with Disney Fine Art Photography & Video is back by popular demand just in time for Mother’s Day!