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offstagewdw - Offstage WDW https://offstagewdw.com Behind the scenes at Walt Disney World Tue, 20 Sep 2022 16:15:41 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.5 https://offstagewdw.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/cropped-20200728_131134-e1598117131723-1-32x32.jpg offstagewdw - Offstage WDW https://offstagewdw.com 32 32 New Disney Immersion- Interact in a Unique Way https://offstagewdw.com/new-disney-immersion-interact-in-a-unique-way/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=new-disney-immersion-interact-in-a-unique-way Tue, 20 Sep 2022 16:15:21 +0000 https://offstagewdw.com/?p=10698 Last October, Disney began rolling out beautiful golden character statues throughout the four theme parks. They are finally all out! Besides adding some glam to the scenery, these statues allow guests to interactive with them in a unique way. Here is how it works- First, you MUST have a MagicBand+, the newest version.  When you […]

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Last October, Disney began rolling out beautiful golden character statues throughout the four theme parks. They are finally all out! Besides adding some glam to the scenery, these statues allow guests to interactive with them in a unique way. Here is how it works-

First, you MUST have a MagicBand+, the newest version. 

When you find a statue, walk up and wave your hand (the one with the MagicBand+) in front of it. You will feel a vibration & your band should light up. 

The statue will “interact” by playing a flourish of music and/or a cute little message from the character! There are 35 statues, equaling 50 total characters. You can download the ‘Disney Fab 50 Quest’ on the Play Disney App to keep track of the statues that you find!

Some guests have reported issues with their MagicBands+ being unable to activate the statues. There is an easy way to fix this!

  1. Log into the My Disney Experience Map.
  2. Go to your account page- the three lines all the way to the right located on the bottom menu bar
  3. Scroll down to ‘MagicBands and More’
  4. Click on the name of whose MagicBand that you are adjusting.
  5. Select ‘Settings’ to adjust the sensitivity settings. *You will need to do this for each individual band. 

On the other side of the spectrum, others have noted that the statues go off as they walk by. In the end, it will all come down to individual settings and the location of the statue sensors… which by the way, are not always in front of or attached to the statue. 

Want to know which statues are found in each park? Check out the list below! 

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]]> The Coolest Tree at Disney World! https://offstagewdw.com/the-coolest-tree-at-disney-world/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-coolest-tree-at-disney-world Wed, 23 Feb 2022 18:06:50 +0000 https://offstagewdw.com/?p=10637 The Liberty Tree is the oldest tree in the park! This 100-year old Oak tree was found on the property about 8 miles from it’s current location, it it the largest tree ever to be transplanted at Walt Disney World. It took careful planning and months of prepping to get this 38-ton tree to its […]

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The Liberty Tree is the oldest tree in the park! This 100-year old Oak tree was found on the property about 8 miles from it’s current location, it it the largest tree ever to be transplanted at Walt Disney World. It took careful planning and months of prepping to get this 38-ton tree to its new home. Bill Evans was one of Walt Disney’s personal landscapers, he was handpicked by Walt himself to oversee the landscape projects at Disneyworld; he was in charge of this huge project and came up with the innovative way to move this oak.  Holes were drilled through the hardwood center of the trunk and steel rods were inserted to create a support for hoisting and hauling the tree with a 100-ton crane.

This tree now stands tall and grand in the middle of Liberty Square. It is decorated with  thirteen hanging lamps which represent the original thirteen American colonies. The story of the Liberty tree dates back to Colonial Boston at the beginning of the American Revolution. It is said that the Sons of Liberty gathered under a large elm tree to protest the British Stamp Act. From that day forward, the tree became known as the “Liberty Tree.” It became a meeting place and was often decorated with lanterns and a yellow flags were raised to call people to meetings

 

At the base of the tree there is a plaque that reads: “The Liberty Tree – Under the boughs of the original Liberty Tree in Boston in 1765, Patriots, calling themselves The Sons Of Liberty, gathered to protest the imposition of the Stamp Act. In the years that followed, almost every American town had a Liberty Tree — A Living Symbol Of The American Freedom of Speech and Assembly.”

 

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]]> Walt’s South American Goodwill Tour https://offstagewdw.com/walts-south-american-goodwill-tour/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=walts-south-american-goodwill-tour Thu, 03 Feb 2022 17:50:46 +0000 https://offstagewdw.com/?p=10591 In the early 1940s, tensions were high as Nazi influence crept its way around the world. That is when the CIAA or Coordinator of Inter-American Affairs created an initiative called the Good Neighbor Program. They essentially wanted the Hollywood Elite to infuse Latin American themes into their films, creating a feeling of goodwill between the […]

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In the early 1940s, tensions were high as Nazi influence crept its way around the world. That is when the CIAA or Coordinator of Inter-American Affairs created an initiative called the Good Neighbor Program. They essentially wanted the Hollywood Elite to infuse Latin American themes into their films, creating a feeling of goodwill between the two countries. So in 1941, they approached one of the most prominent film makers of that time, Walt Disney. 

Walt on the beaches of Rio de Janeiro

Excited by the notion of research for future projects, and in desperate need of a vacation, Walt agreed. In August of 1941, Walt, Lilian, and 15 hand selected studio employees (& 1 employee spouse) took flight for Rio de Janeiro!

 

 

Ready for adventure, the team, nicknamed “El Grupo” from a hotel bellhop, dived right into their research. Even though Walt was considered a Cultural Ambassador, he stated, “I set up a shop. Never went near the embassy. Didn’t go around the usual haunts of the goodwill people. I went right in.” 

Source: The Walt Disney Family Museum

The group of 18 Disney representatives did not always stick together. Many of the animators focused on the local culture while creating concept art. Walt on the other hand was busy attending performances, meeting dignitaries, artists, reporters, filmmakers and more. Sadly during this time, Walt learned that his father Elias Disney had passed away. Required to fulfill his contract with the American Government, he had to continue the tour. 

Source: The Walt Disney Family Museum

Disney’s ‘El Grupo’ spent a total of two months on their goodwill tour. Together they traveled through Brazil, Argentina, Bolivia, Peru, and Chile. 

Source: Documentary “Walt and El Grupo”

The tour was counted a great success! Not only was goodwill relations between North America and Latin America on the upswing, Disney’s group found inspiration for their future films, Saludos Amigos and The Three Caballeros, as well as a documentary called Walt and El Grupo.

The films introduced José Carioca and Panchito Pistoles, two beloved characters seen today at Mexico’s Pavilion Gran Fiesta Tour Starring The Three Caballeros located in Epcot. In a later interview about the films Walt stated, “It was one of those things that they (the government) thought Disney needed the subsidy, but you know, fortunately that little thing went out and it did a heck of a business, and the United States Government didn’t have to put up one nickel.” 

To see more from Disney’s Goodwill Tour, check out these photographs from LIFE photographer, Hart Preston, who documented ten weeks with the group. 

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You can also find the documentary Walt & El Grupo on Disney+.

 

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]]> Name the Voice Actor https://offstagewdw.com/name-the-voice-actor/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=name-the-voice-actor Wed, 02 Feb 2022 15:51:22 +0000 https://offstagewdw.com/?p=10562 “Wait, I know that voice!” Have you ever had one of those moments while watching an animated Disney movie? Test your voice actor skills here with our new quiz. 

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Who Said It? Name the Voice Actor-Movie Edition

In this quiz we give you a character and ask "Who voiced them?"

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"I'm surrounded by idiots." Scar is the villain with that smooth voice that we love to hear! Who voiced him?

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"No one tells me what I can and can't be!" Who brings the determined protagonist to life?

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"Sometimes the right path is not always the easiest." Who provided the speaking voice for Pocahontas?

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"There! That's what I'm talking about! That's my tough-looking warrior girl! Now go out there and make me proud!" Who voiced the fast-talking sidekick in Mulan?

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"Well, you can start by making yourself more presentable. Straighten up. Try to act like a gentleman." Who was the beloved matron, Mrs. Potts voice by?

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"Listen. For a thousand years, I've only been thinking about keepin' this hair silky, getting my hook, and being awesome, again." Which already awesome actor voices Maui?

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"I never knew what I was capable of." Who voices the poised, regal, and self-critical, Elsa of Arendelle?

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"She's a fraud! She's been playing ya' for a sap!" Who voices the cantankerous Phil from Hercules?

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"I'm bad, and that's good. I'll never be good, and that's not bad. There's no one I'd rather be, than me." Who voices the big-hearted, temperamental, leading man?

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"I'm going to be real with you. I'm not like the best dragon. Have you ever done like a group project, but there's like that one kid who didn't pitch in as much, but still ended up with the same grade?" Who brought to life the hilarious and larger-than-life Sisu?

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]]> Behind the Scenes with Nemo the Musical https://offstagewdw.com/behind-the-scenes-with-nemo-the-musical/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=behind-the-scenes-with-nemo-the-musical Mon, 24 Jan 2022 17:32:11 +0000 https://offstagewdw.com/?p=10437 Let’s dive into the Big Blue World, to learn some fascinating details about the Broadway styled musical which was located at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.    Before it was “Finding Nemo” the Theater in the Wild was home to Journey into Jungle Book followed by Tarzan Rocks! The musical’s soft opening began November 5, 2006 and […]

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Let’s dive into the Big Blue World, to learn some fascinating details about the Broadway styled musical which was located at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. 

 

Before it was “Finding Nemo” the Theater in the Wild was home to Journey into Jungle Book followed by Tarzan Rocks!

The musical’s soft opening began November 5, 2006 and its grand opening was January 24, 2007.

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All 14 songs are original music composed by husband-and-wife duo, Robert Lopez & Kristen Anderson-Lopez, the lyricists for Frozen, Coco, and more! 

Photo Credit: Janet Susan R. Nepales/HFPA

The show was directed by award-winning Broadway director, Peter Brosius. and the puppet designer for The Lion King on Broadway. Michael Curry. 

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Some of the puppets are the size of a standard car and requite multiple puppeteers. 

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During the live performance, the actors sang, acted, and controlled the puppets; however, on the official musical soundtrack, the parts of Marling and Dory are sang by Robert and Kristen Lopez! 

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The song, “Big Blue World” is also heard at the end of the attraction, The Seas with Nemo & Friends in Epcot.

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Closed since the Covid pandemic hit in  March 2020, the beloved musical is getting a revamp. “Finding Nemo: The Big Blue… and Beyond!” is scheduled to open sometime this year with a new storyline. The show will center on the friends at The Marine Life Institute with a focus on Dory’s timeframe in Finding Dory. I cannot wait to see it! Stay tuned for more opening information = ) 

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]]> One Little Spark of Kindness! https://offstagewdw.com/one-little-spark-of-kindness/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=one-little-spark-of-kindness Sat, 22 Jan 2022 23:20:12 +0000 https://offstagewdw.com/?p=10430 Figment has taken Epcot by storm! With the start of the International Festival of the Arts, running from January 14 to February 21, 2022, Figment has been highlighted throughout the festival in many different ways, but I think the most popular thing people were trying to get their hands on was the Figment popcorn bucket. […]

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It’s no surprise why the Figment popcorn bucket is so popular, it’s quite possibly, the cutest and BEST popcorn bucket that has hit parks recently! It’s been reported that guests were in line for up to 7+ hours to get one of these. It definitely takes some dedication and patience to wait that long. One guest wanted to brighten someone’s day and decided to spread some kindness by gifting a popcorn bucket to an unsuspecting Figment fan who was at the back of the line. You can watch it all unfold here:

@tattootraveldad

The Disney Spirit! #figmentday #popcornbucket #tattoodisneydad #purplepigment #disneycommunity #distok

♬ Figment – Whimsical

What an awesome magical moment. Hopefully this will help to ignite others to pay it forward and spread a little Disney cheer in their own way because One Little Spark of Kindness really can go a long way!

 

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]]> Who Said It? Encanto Edition https://offstagewdw.com/who-said-it-encanto-edition/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=who-said-it-encanto-edition Thu, 20 Jan 2022 03:23:10 +0000 https://offstagewdw.com/?p=10422 So are we gonna talk about Encanto?! The endearing Mirabel and her family will have you singing and quoting them for days. How well do you know the quotes in the film? Take our quiz to find out! 

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Who Said It? Encanto Edition

Disney's Encanto is not a "Princess" movie. It is about a family, their community, and the life that they built. It is filled with music, inspiration, and yes, magic!

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]]> The Details of The Madrigal’s Family Gifts Tie in with Their Clothes! https://offstagewdw.com/the-details-of-the-madrigals-family-gifts-tie-in-with-their-clothes/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-details-of-the-madrigals-family-gifts-tie-in-with-their-clothes Fri, 14 Jan 2022 02:24:11 +0000 https://offstagewdw.com/?p=9640 With Disney, everything is in the details. Today we focus on The Madrigal’s clothing. Did you know that each member’s gift is represented somehow within their outfits?! Pepa’s Family   Pepa  Pepa’s gift controls the weather so her outfit is reflective of the sun.  Check out her sun shaped earrings and the ruffles on her […]

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With Disney, everything is in the details. Today we focus on The Madrigal’s clothing. Did you know that each member’s gift is represented somehow within their outfits?!

Pepa’s Family

 

Pepa 

Pepa’s gift controls the weather so her outfit is reflective of the sun. 

Check out her sun shaped earrings and the ruffles on her dress that represent the sun’s rays. 

Dolores 

There is no hiding from Dolores, as she can hear a pin drop from a mile away. 

Incorporating the yellow sun element’s from her mother, you can also find various sound waves along her shirt and skirt. 

Camilo

Camilo can shapeshift into anyone he sees.

This amazing ability allows him to basically blend in anywhere, which is why chameleons are found on his poncho. 

Antonio

Sweet Antonio, the youngest of the family is also the latest Madrigal to receive a gift- he can understand animals. 

You can see a tribute to his abilities on the little vest he wears, after he receives his gift!  There are various animals embroidered along the sides. 

Bruno

I’m just going to say it. We don’t talk about Bruno… because of his gift of prophecy that most people view as a curse. 

Bruno uses sand in his casting ritual, which is why an hour glass can be viewed on his clothing. 

Julieta’s Family

Julieta

Caring and nurturing, this momma has the ability to heal other’s with her cooking.

 Rooted in the kitchen, Julieta’s gift is represented with a mortar & pestle.

Isabela

The perfect golden child, Isabela has the ability to conjure gorgeous flowers where ever she wishes. 

Isabela’s dress is covered in flowers and as her gift evolves, the color of her dress changes to reflect the vibrant colors of her new plants & flowers.

Luisa

The brawn of the family, Luisa is gifted with super strength, which she uses to help all those in need. 

Luisa’s muscles are the show stealer; therefore, her gift representation is a bit harder to spot. Barbells can be seen sewn at the hem of her skirt. 

Mirabel

The main protagonist of the film has a deep love of her family and a special connection to her house, which she calls ‘Casita’. 

Her empathy, love, and loyalty is reflective of the different gifts from each of her family members that are sewn onto her clothing. 

She has a candle for her Abuela and flowers for Isabela. 

A sun for her Aunt Pepa and a toucan & jaguar for her little cousin, Antonio. 

On the lower half of her skirt she has a chameleon for Camilo and a dumbbell for Luisa. 

I have heard that she also has a basket of food for her mother, but for the life of me, I could not find it. Of course, butterflies are a huge part of Mirabel persona, which also symbolizes her grandparents love for one another.

While I easily spotted the butterflies on Mirabel’s clothing, I was not aware of the embroidery of everyone’s gift. These details just make me love this movie even more! 

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Timing can be everything, especially during peak season at the park. When you are running from attraction to attraction, there is an easy way to order and pick up food at the time you designate. All you need is the My Disney Experience App, which can be downloaded for free on the Apple App Store or Google Play for Android. The correct App looks like this:

Please know this feature is available for participating locations only, which are subjected to change. 

Magic Kingdom

  • Aloha Isle
  • Casey’s Corner
  • Columbia Harbour House
  • Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café
  • The Friar’s Nook
  • The Lunching Pad
  • Main Street Confectionery
  • Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn & Cafe
  • Pinocchio Village Haus
  • Sleepy Hollow
  • Sunshine Tree Terrace

Epcot

  • Karamell-Kuche
  • Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue
  • Sommerfest
  • Yorkshire County Fish Shop

Hollywood Studios

  • ABC Commissary
  • Backlot Express
  • Catalina Eddie’s
  • Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo
  • Dockside Diner
  • Fairfax Fare
  • Milk Stand
  • PizzeRizzo
  • Ronto Roasters
  • Rosie’s All-American Café
  • Woody’s Lunch Box

Animal Kingdom

  • Flame Tree Barbecue
  • Harambe Market
  • Pizzafari
  • Restaurantosaurus
  • Satu’li Canteen
  • Zuri’s Sweet Shop

Blizzard Beach

  • Avalunch
  • Lottawatta Lodge
  • Warming Hut

Disney Springs

  • Disney’s Candy Cauldron
  • D-Luke Burger
  • Goofy’s Candy Company

Disney’s BoardWalk

  • BoardWalk Bakery
  • Pizza Window
  • Trattoria al Forno To Go

Resort Hotels

  • All-Star Movies: World Premiere Food Court
  • All-Star Music: Intermission Food Court
  • All-Star Sports: End Zone Food Court
  • Animal Kingdom Lodge: The Mara
  • Animal Kingdom Lodge- Kidani Village: Sanaa To Go
  • Art of Animation: Landscape of Flavors
  • Beach Club: Beach Club Marketplace
  • Campsite at Fort Wilderness: P & J’s Southern Takeout
  • Caribbean Beach: Centertown Market
  • Caribbean Beach: Spyglass Grill
  • Contemporary: Contempo Café
  • Contemporary: Steakhouse 71 To Go
  • Coronado Springs: Three Bridges Bar & Grill To Go
  • Grand Floridian: Gasparilla Island Grill
  • Old Key West: Olivia’s Cafe To Go
  • Polynesian: Capt. Cook’s
  • Polynesian: Kona Café To Go
  • Pop Century: Everything POP Shopping & Dining
  • Port Orleans- French Quarter: Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory
  • Port Orleans- Riverside: Riverside Mill Food Court
  • Saratoga Springs: The Artist’s Palette
  • Wilderness Lodge: Geyser Point Bar & Grill To Go
  • Wilderness Lodge: Roaring Fork
  • Yacht Club: Ale & Compass Restaurant To Go
  • Yacht Club: The Market at Ale & Compass
  • Riviera Resort: Primo Piatto

Once you are at a park and/or resort, ordering is easy peasy lemon squeezy!

There you have it, order and pick up at your convenience! While restaurant options are limited, it can help to free up your time, especially when trying to make it to your next attraction. 

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]]> Okay, but what is a Disney Wienie and why are they EVERYWHERE?! https://offstagewdw.com/okay-but-what-is-a-disney-wienie-and-why-are-they-everywhere/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=okay-but-what-is-a-disney-wienie-and-why-are-they-everywhere Thu, 06 Jan 2022 14:00:00 +0000 https://offstagewdw.com/?p=9522 Alright, let’s talk about Wienies. What the heck is a Wienie? It is a termed coined by Walt Disney himself, to describe a large visual element within a park. Wienies can be seen from a distance and are meant to draw people in towards an area.  It is pretty obvious the main Wienie for each […]

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Alright, let’s talk about Wienies. What the heck is a Wienie? It is a termed coined by Walt Disney himself, to describe a large visual element within a park. Wienies can be seen from a distance and are meant to draw people in towards an area. 

It is pretty obvious the main Wienie for each park. 

These large structures can be seen from various areas within each park. Cinderella Castle and The Tree of Life are situated more or less in the “center” of their park. The “lands” or areas then radiate out from them like the spokes of a wheel.

Wienies also help guests to navigate throughout the park more easily. There are the main ones as listed above and secondary ones.

Magic Kingdom

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Epcot

Each Pavilion, with maybe the exception of Germany & United Kingdom, have their own secondary Wienie.

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Hollywood Studios

This park is filled with secondary Wienies! The most famous, their former Sorcerers Hat and Mickey Mouse Ear Water Tower, which has long since been removed. 

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Animal Kingdom

At Animal Kingdom, the lush landscapes are visual magnets on their own. 

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What’s in a Name?

Soooo why name these visual magnets “Wienies?” The story goes something like this: the Disney family had a standard poodle named Duchess, whom adored Walt… she was his dog! Duchess was an old gal with several ailments, who spent her final days sleeping. The only time she showed excitement was when Walt came home. Here is a quote from Diane Miller (Walt’s oldest daughter) in an 1956 interview:

“In the evening it was cooler, so maybe that helped. Dad would park his car in the garage and come in to the house through the kitchen. He would go to the refrigerator and pull out two uncooked hot dogs, one for himself and one for the dog. He would play with her, wiggling the hot dog around and she would go wherever he moved around and was so happy when she finally got her treat. It was part of an evening ritual and both of them loved it and looked forward to it.”

Photo Source: D23

During the initial construction of Disneyland, Walt spoke with amusement park developer George Whitney. Whitney explained that the flow of the crowd could be controlled with lighting, sounds, and raised buildings. People would tend to move to the taller structures that they could see once they left a ride. Walt knew the perfect name for these visual magnets… Wienies! Just like the hot dog wienies he would use to entice Duchess to move around. 

Wienie or Weenie?

If you google Disney Wienie, you will see it spelled both ways; however, I used the spelling of Wienie as it is used in this form in “The Imagineering Field Guide to (insert park name…I have them all!) at Walt Disney World.” It is an Imagineer’s tour of the parks written by Imagineers! With the Imagineers as the source, I think it is safe to say the correct spelling is in fact, Wienie. 

There are far more Wienies than people would think, and there are some that I probable left out. Next time you are walking around a park, see how many Wienies you can find! 

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