Movie Review: "Finding Dory" (No Spoilers)

We waited 13 long years for the sequel to Disney Pixar's "Finding Nemo" and Friday the long awaited release of "Finding Dory" hit theaters nationwide. The film brings back our favorite forgetful blue tang fish, Dory (Ellen DeGeneres) who suddenly remembers that she has lost her parents and now needs to go find them. She goes on the search of where she is from, the Jewel of Morro Bay, California, where she knows she lived with her parents.

The film has its highs and lows especially the chemistry between Dory and her new friend in Hank the "septopus" (played by Ed O'Neill) as he helps her find her parents. Hank is a great added character to the film. While in the beginning he comes off this mean old animal who just wants to be isolated by the end of the film Dory teaches him that living in the wild is going to be alright.

Dory also reunites with old friend in 'pipe pal' Destiny (Kaitlin Olson), a near-sighted whale shark, who along with a new friend in Bailey (Ty Burrell), a beluga whale who lost his echolocation due to a concussion, unite with each other to help Dory and each other to who they truly are and what they can do for each other. I can't forget Rudder and Fluke, the hilarious and territorial sea lions in the film or those adorable sea otters.

Back to Dory who throughout the film is just as forgetful as she was in the original film. By the end however she uses her short term memory loss to her advantage to help find her parents Jenny (Diane Keaton) and Charlie (Eugene Levy). There are points in the film where you get lost in the story and not sure where your going but overall it was a great film and sequel to "Finding Nemo." The ending  to the film will definitely make you want to get your tissues out.

The film shows the true meaning of family and that when lost you will always find your way home if you follow your heart. Or in this case, "Follow the shells, and you will find your way home." Like I said the film was amazing but doesn't live up to the original film I believe. "Finding Nemo" was simply amazing and was going to be hard to top. Still "Finding Dory" should leave you thinking after the film just how amazing Pixar is when making films.

Overall, I don't give "Finding Dory" a perfect score but it still get 4.5 out of 5 popcorn bags. It's a film you should definitely go see with your family or no matter what your age is you will enjoy this film. Oh and, "Just Keep Swimming, just keep swimming, swimming, swimming, swimming."

"Mary Poppins Returns" to Star Emily Blunt and Lin-Manuel Miranda; "Finding Nemo" as Told by Emojis

"Mary Poppins Returns" to Star Emily Blunt and Lin-Manuel Miranda:

The sequel to the Academy-Award winning film "Mary Poppins" has got a name and its stars to the film. "Mary Poppins Returns" will star Emily Blunt (Into the Woods) as Mary Poppins and Hamilton-star Lin-Manuel Miranda as a brand new character named, Jack. The film is scheduled to be released to theaters on Christmas Day 2018. 

"Mary Poppins Returns" will be directed by Rob Marshall (Into the Woods) with the screenplay being based on The Mary Poppins Stories by P.L. Travers. The film will be written by David Magee (Life of Pi). More on Miranda's character Jack, who is described as street lamplighter. 

The story is set to take place in Depression-era London and will follow a now grown-up Jane and Michael Banks and Michael's three children. Mary Poppins, their old nanny, will return to the family after a personal loss. Mary will return once again using her unique powers to help the family, "rediscover the joy and wonder missing in their lives."

Director Rob Marshall had this to say on the return of Mary Poppins and being selected to direct the sequel:

“I am truly humbled and honored to be asked by Disney to bring P.L. Travers’ further adventures to the screen. The iconic original film means so much to me personally, and I look forward to creating an original movie musical that can bring Mary Poppins, and her message that childlike wonder can be found in even the most challenging of times, to a whole new generation."

"Mary Poppins Returns" will hit theaters December 25, 2018.

"Finding Nemo" as Told by Emojis:

We've seen several Disney and Pixar films retold by emojis and "Finding Nemo" is no different with the release today of the story. With the upcoming release of "Finding Dory" on June 17 why can't we return to the origin in very fun way. Here is "Finding Nemo" as told by emojis:

Just in time for @findingdory, watch #FindingNemo as told by emojis:https://t.co/l738g3YCGd

— Oh My Disney (@OhMyDisney) May 31, 2016

First Two Clips from "Finding Dory" Released

The first two clips from "Finding Dory" have been released and boy are they full of excitement. "Finding Dory" is the sequel to Pixar's 2003 hit in "Finding Nemo." The film brings us the story of our favorite and forgetful blue tang fish, Dory, as she begins the search for answers about her past along with friends Nemo and Marlin. Most importantly the search for who her parents are. The film is directed by Andrew Stanton and produced by Lindsey Collins.

In the first clip, called "Totally Sick", brings a visit from our favorite group of turtles for some bro-tastic fun as they travel along the EAC (East Australian Current). In the clip Marlin appears to become sick along the windy trails of the current. Check it out:

The second clip is exclusive clip from Google as Disney has begun a search-driven initiative as anyone searching Finding Dory on Google will find exclusive content, clips, images, and Animated GIFs through the search engine. The first exclusive clip features Dory (Ellen DeGeneres) and Hank (Ed O'Neill). This is a first for any film as it will be updated in real-time on your desktop and on mobile devices. Check the second clip out:



"Finding Dory" hits theaters on June 17, 2016.

Disney Cruise Line Announces Summer 2017 Itineraries, D23 Holding California Finding Nemo Event, and More

Disney Cruise Line Announces Summer 2017 Itineraries:

Today on the Disney Parks Blog, the Disney Cruise Line announced their Summer 2017 itineraries for their cruise ships. New destinations to Alaska and Europe have been announced as well as return stops in Norway, the British Isles, the Mediterranean, Caribbean, and the Bahamas. Here are the details released on the Disney Parks Blog:

New Alaska Itinerary: Icy Strait Point and Hubbard Glacier

For the first time, we’ll take guests to Alaska’s Icy Strait Point and Hubbard Glacier. These dramatic locations are part of a new nine-night itinerary on the Disney Wonder. Departing from Vancouver, British Columbia, on July 24, 2017, this itinerary also sails to Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway and Tracy Arm Fjord.

Icy Strait Point offers a variety of Alaska nature adventures, including a zip line attraction that is one of the longest and highest zip lines in the world. Nearby, Glacier Bay National Park is a spectacular highlight of Alaska’s Inside Passage and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Another highlight of this cruise is seeing Hubbard Glacier, the largest and most active tidewater glacier in North America. Displaying extraordinary blue hues and immense beauty, this spectacular glacier is more than six miles wide where it meets the ocean.

A new seven-night Alaska sailing from Vancouver, departing July 17, 2017, includes a call on Icy Strait Point, in addition to Tracy Arm, Skagway, Juneau and Ketchikan. On Aug. 2, 2017, the Disney Wonder will sail its first five-night Alaska cruise from Vancouver to Tracy Arm and Ketchikan.

New Europe Destinations: Amsterdam and Stonehenge

Also for the first time, we’ll visit Amsterdam, Netherlands, known for its elaborate canal system, tulip fields, windmills and world-class museums housing works by Rembrandt, Vermeer and Van Gogh.

On May 13, 2017, the Disney Magic embarks on a 15-night transatlantic crossing from Port Canaveral, Florida, to Copenhagen, with a stop in Amsterdam along the way. This itinerary also includes a call on Portland, England – another first-time port for Disney Cruise Line. Portland is a short distance from Stonehenge, the prehistoric ring of standing stones monument that is one of the Seven Wonders of the Medieval World.

A visit to Amsterdam also will be part of a 10-night northern Europe itinerary that departs June 18, 2017, from Copenhagen, Denmark, to Dover, England. Other ports on this sailing include Warnemunde (Berlin), Germany; Stockholm, Sweden; Helsinki, Finland; St. Petersburg, Russia; and Tallinn, Estonia.

The grand tour of Europe continues throughout the summer with limited engagements in the Baltic, Norwegian fjords, Iceland, British Isles and the Mediterranean.

New Disney Fantasy Itineraries: Southern Caribbean

The Disney Fantasy will sail from Port Canaveral on longer itineraries for the first time – new 10- and 11-night cruises to the southern Caribbean.

On June 17, 2017, a new 11-night itinerary will visit Aruba, Barbados, Martinique, St. Kitts, Tortolaand Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay. On June 28, 2017, a new 10-night itinerary will call on Aruba, Curacao, St. Kitts, Tortola and Castaway Cay.

More Castaway Cay

As you probably know, Castaway Cay, our private island in the Bahamas, is consistently rated a top port-of-call by our guests. To give you more time at this island paradise, select Disney Dreamsailings from Port Canaveral will include two stops at Castaway Cay.

Special five-night sailings, departing June 2, 11, 16, 25, 30 and July 9, 2017, will call on Castaway Cay twice and include a stop in Nassau, Bahamas. Special four-night sailings, departing June 7, 21 and July 5, 2017, will visit Castaway Cay twice, also with a stop in Nassau.

Guests can begin booking for the Summer 2017 itineraries this Thursday, April 14, 2016. You can find even more information on the newly announced itineraries on disneycruise.com.

D23 Holding California 'Finding Nemo' Event:

Much like the event D23 is holding in Florida, the Disney fan club will be holding a similar event at the Walt Disney Studios lot in California. The event will be held on Saturday, June 4, 2016 called, D23's Afternoon in the Sea: Finding Nemo. Tickets will cost $30 plus a $5 processing fee. Tickets will go on sale April 26 at 10 a.m. PT.

The event will celebrate the upcoming release of "Finding Dory" as D23 invites its member to take the plunge into the world of "Finding Nemo" and get an insider's look at the making of Turtle Talk with Crush at Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, California. Here are the remaining details:

Experience begins at 2 p.m. at The Walt Disney Studios lot. Check-in will begin at 1 p.m. Please do not arrive before 1 p.m.

Available to Gold and Gold Family Members:

You will be required to show a valid photo ID. Members will be required to show their D23 Membership Card.

Calling all dudes and dudettes! As we look forward to the upcoming release of Disney•Pixar’s Finding Dory, D23 invites members to plunge into the world of Finding Nemo (2003) at The Walt Disney Studios in Burbank!

Before watching the award-winning film, D23 Gold and Gold Family Members will get an insider’s look at the making of Turtle Talk with Crush, the popular interactive Disney Parks show starring everyone’s favorite totally tubular turtle. Join Disney Imagineer Steven Spiegel, Executive Story Development, in an exclusive presentation exploring the show’s development at Disney California Adventure, Epcot, Tokyo DisneySea, and beyond!

Then, grab shell and ride the EAC (that’s East Australian Current) with a special screening of Disney•Pixar’s Finding Nemo (2003)! Follow Marlin as he launches a search in the big blue world to find and rescue his son, Nemo, who hatches a few daring plans of his own to return safely home.

The event will also include an exclusive gift created just for you!

When tickets go on sale on April 26, check out the D23 Event page for details.

Is this Rogue One's Darth Vader?:

While most assumed Hayden Christensen would be reprising the role of Darth Vader when "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" hits theaters in December that doesn't appear to be happening anymore. According to the Flickering Myth, Spencer Wilding has now taken on the role of the Sith Lord. Wilding who is mostly known as a stunt actor, did appear in a recent Marvel film in "Guardians of the Galaxy." Here is what Flickering Myth is reporting:

It was reported last year that the Sith Lord would feature in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and that Hayden Christensen would be reprising the role for the movie. We teased last month that the rumour was correct, but Christensen would not be playing the part. That’s because our sources are telling us that in fact British actor Spencer Wilding has been cast to play the body of Darth Vader in Rogue One.Our source also confirms that Wilding has been running lines while on set, so Darth Vader will have a speaking role in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. However he will likely be dubbed by James Earl Jones just as David Prowse was when he played Vader in the Original Trilogy. We sadly don’t have confirmation that Jones will be coming back to reprise his role, but it seems rather likely (Making Star Wars were very sure though, and they’re a good source to trust).

While we did not see Vader in last week's trailer release of "Rogue One" one would assume we will be seeing the all powerful Sith Lord very soon.

D23 Finding Nemo Event at AMC Disney Springs; Shere Khan Lays Down the Law in New Clip, and More

D23 Finding Nemo Event at AMC Disney Springs:

D23 will be diving into the Big Blue World to celebrate the upcoming release of "Finding Dory" in June with a special event to celebrate "Finding Nemo" at AMC Disney Springs 24. The event called, Finding Nemo: D23 in the Big Blue World, will be on Saturday, May 21. Tickets will be $25 (plus $5 processing fee). Tickets will go on sale next Wednesday April 6 at 10 a.m. PT. Link to purchase tickets will be on D23.com. Here are the remaining details from D23:

OVERVIEWAs we look forward to the June 2016 release of Disney•Pixar’s Finding Dory, D23 is hosting a “must-sea” event celebrating the original Finding Nemo (2003) at AMC Disney Springs 24 at Walt Disney World Resort!DETAILSExperience begins at 10 a.m. at AMC Disney Springs 24. Check-in will begin at 9 a.m. Please do not arrive before 9 a.m.Available to Gold and Gold Family MembersYou will be required to show a valid photo ID. Members will be required to show their D23 Membership Card.Before a screening of the award-winning Disney•Pixar film, D23 Gold and Gold Family Members will learn about the creation of Finding Nemo—The Musical during a presentation by Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Creative Entertainment. The popular musical, which debuted at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in 2007 with extraordinary puppets and vibrant sets, marked the first time Disney has taken a non-musical animated feature and transformed it into an original musical production.Then, go with the flow and dive into a special screening of Finding Nemo (2003)! Follow Marlin as he launches a search in the big blue world to find and rescue his son, Nemo, who hatches a few daring plans of his own to return safely home.The event will also include an exclusive gift created just for you!Each D23 Gold/Gold Family Member who registers for this event will receive the opportunity to purchase special limited-edition merchandise during the Mickey’s of Glendale • Orlando Shopping Event at Disney’s Contemporary Resort the day prior (Friday, May 20).NOTED23 Gold Members may reserve a ticket for themselves and one (1) guest; D23 Gold Family Members may reserve tickets for themselves and up to three (3) guests. D23 Members will be required to provide their membership number when reserving tickets. Tickets may be picked up only with a valid photo ID AND D23 MEMBERSHIP CARD. D23 Members who do not bring their membership card may not be admitted to the event. Ticketed members who do not attend the event forfeit their place as well as all experiences, benefits, and gifts associated with the event. All D23 Special Events are subject to change without notice. There are no cancellations or refunds, and tickets are not transferable. Video or audio recording of any kind will not be permitted during the presentation and screening. PLEASE BE ADVISED: Filming, photography and other recording will take place at Walt Disney World during the event you will be attending. The Walt Disney Company will be taking photos and filming at AMC Disney Springs 24 located at 1500 Buena Vista Dr., Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830. By entering the premises, you irrevocably consent to and authorize The Walt Disney Company, its affiliates, successors, and assigns (collectively “Producer”), to photograph you, make sound recordings of you, and use such photographs and recordings throughout the world, for any purpose whatsoever in perpetuity, including, but not limited to, television broadcasts and home entertainment products, including, but not limited to, home video and DVD. All such photographs and sound recordings will be the sole property of Producer.

Shere Khan Lays Down the Law in New Jungle Book Clip:

Shere Khan lays down the law in the very first clip from "The Jungle Book" released called "Intro to Shere Khan." In the clip, Shere Khan lays down the law of the jungle to Akela and his wolf pack that Mowgli is not welcome in the jungle. With the release of the first clip, Disney also released a new interactive website that you can visit here. Here is the spine-tingling clip:

"The Jungle Book" will be released to theaters on April 12, 2016.

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Dates and Notes:

If you checked out Sunday's blog, we discussed the possible dates for Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and today Disney made it official. The dates discussed on Sunday are the official dates and they are as follows if you didn't see them on Sunday:

• September – 2, 8, 11, 13, 16, 18, 20, 23, 25, 29, 30
• October – 2, 4, 6, 7, 10, 11, 13, 14, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 25, 27, 28, 30, 31

This year will see the return of favorites "Mickey's Boo-to-You Halloween Parade" and "Happy HalloWishes Fireworks. Also returning this year after a very successful debut during last year's party will be the "Hocus Pocus Villain Spectacular."

Also of note are the new rules on costumes since costumes worn by guests 14 years or older were banned last year. For the party this year, Disney released these guidelines as costumes can be worn but to adhere to certain rules. Here is the statement:

"New this year, we have revised our costuming guidelines for special events in our theme parks. While costumed attire may be worn, guests ages 14 and older are strongly discouraged from wearing layered costumes or costume props that surround the entire body as they may be subject to additional security screening. Additionally, costumes may not contain any weapons that resemble or could easily be mistaken for an actual weapon."

Ticket pricing, on-sale dates, entertainment and events were not released at this time and will be released soon, so stay tuned. 

Review of Stay at Disney's Art of Animation May 24-30, 2015

Over the last week, my family and I were in Walt Disney World where we got the chance to stay at Disney's Art of Animation for the second time since it opened just a few years ago. Previously, we had stayed in the Nemo family suites, this time we had a room in the Lion King section of the hotel. We really enjoy staying there considering all the space in the family suites even though there is only 4 of us it works out great for us. My father is handicapped so that does help the situation of all the space so here it goes for the review of our stay.

On Sunday, we arrived at Disney's Art of Animation just a little after 11 in the morning. I had previously used the online check-in, so when we got there our room was already ready despite us being there early. We had a quick lunch at the quick service restaurant Landscape of Flavors and headed to our room in building number 6 in the Lion King section, our room number was 6517. In Disney's Art of Animation family suites consist of 3 rooms, 2 bathrooms, and a kitchenette. Here are some views of inside the room.

It definitely felt like we were in the pride lands, the Disney Imagineers really did a great job with this resort. My parents took the main room with the walk-in shower, my sister took the murphy bed, and finally I took the couch that turns into a double-size bed. 

The stay in the room was quite wonderful except for one thing. On Thursday night while my father was taking a shower, the shower backed up and flooded the bathroom and part of the main room with water. We called the front desk where they sent two wonderful cast members from room cleaning stepped in one brought a shop vac and got rid of the water almost 2 gallons and the other discovered hair clogging the drainer. The only complaint I had was if we couldn't stay in the room there were no other rooms available that would be accessible to my dad. We only had 2 nights left so it would have been pointless to switch hotels and hard to move everything with my father. Anyways, the cast member, Richard, who had vacuumed up all the water brought a fan to dry out the rest of the dampness in the room. He said we should have no problem staying the room for the remaining two nights of our stay.

There are three pools at Disney's Art of Animation: the main pool "The Big Blue Pool" in the Nemo section, The Cozy Cone Pool in the Cars section, and the Flippin' Fins Pool in the Mermaid section. There is no pool in the Lion King section of the resort. The "Big Blue Pool" is the largest hotel pool on Walt Disney World Resort property. It contains over 308,527 gallons of water. We went to the pool twice on our stay and it is one of my favorite pools on property and ranks right up there with the pool at the Polynesian. This pool is a zero-entry pool that when you go underwater you hear music from your favorite Disney classics. Here are some views of the pools at Disney's Art of Animation:

Now to finish up the review here are some of my favorite photos from around the resort. It was a great week overall and went by so fast. Tune in the week and next week where I will review what went on in the parks during my stay. I sure hope I can get back to Disney World real soon.

Disney's Art of Animation Resort is a beautiful Value Resort at Walt Disney World with all the feels of a deluxe resort. That's it for today, back to normal tomorrow with news from around Disney.

Finding Nemo Attraction Coming to Tokyo DisneySea in 2017; Dream Store Returning to D23 Expo

New Finding Nemo Attraction Coming to Tokyo DisneySea in 2017:

Today, the Oriental Land Co. Ltd., owners of Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea announced a new Finding Nemo attraction is coming to Tokyo DisneySea in the Spring of 2017. The attraction will open in the Port Discovery area of Tokyo DisneySea. The attraction will be in the place of the current attraction of Storm Rider, which will permanently close Mid-May of 2016.

The attraction will last 5 minutes and will immerse guests in an underwater adventure that will feature the stories of "Finding Nemo" and the upcoming sequel to the film in, "Finding Dory." The indoor attraction will immerse guests into the stories with a ride system that will seamlessly blend visuals from the films with a motion system. The ride will "shrink" you to the size of fish as you board this 2-cabin submarine. Guests will be able to have the same viewpoint as Nemo and Dory while meeting characters and making new discoveries while they ride.

The Dream Store is Returning to D23 Expo 2015 with New and Unique Collectibles:

The Dream Store is making its return to the 2015 D23 Expo in August. Specialty merchandise and collectibles, both new and unique, will be on hand for guests to purchase. Merchandise will include official D23 Expo merchandise, Disney Theme Park Merchandise, Alex and Ani, Disney Dream Collection and D23 Expo-exclusive jewelry, Harveys, and Dream Store Autograph Sessions.

Here is what D23 released about the merchandise coming:

Official D23 EXPO Merchandise—Disney fans can take home a piece of the magic from this year’s Expo, with an assortment of official D23 EXPO 2015 merchandise including tees, fleece, baseball caps, novelty headwear, D-Tech, jewelry, drinkware, souvenirs, accessories, pins, and Vinylmation™. And for the first time, guests can bring home a selfie party-pack inspired by a few of our favorite Disney characters, as well as an “R4-D23″ droid and Princess Kneesaa the Ewok plush.

Disney Theme Park Merchandise: Showcasing some of its newest releases and exclusive offerings from ACME Archives Limited, ALEX AND ANI, Steve Adams, Dave Avanzino, Jasmine Becket-Griffith, David Bird, Britni Brault, Stephen Cargile, Bob Elias, Collector’s Choice, Disney Design Group, Disney Dream Collection, Disney Fine Art by Collectors Editions, Disney Parks│PANDORA, Dooney & Bourke, HARVEYS, Ink & Paint Artists, Rob Kaz, Jerrod Maruyama, Bridget McCarty, Miss Mindy, James Mulligan, Rick O’Brien, Robert Olszewski, Maggie Parr, Mike Peraza, Larry Nikolai, Precious Moments, Linda Rick, Tim Rogerson, Javier Soto, George Scribner, Sketch Artists, Michelle St.Laurent, Yakovetic, and more.

ALEX AND ANI will debut several new styles at D23 EXPO 2015. Fans can expect a variety of jewelry designs featuring everyone’s favorite, Mickey Mouse, and a very special “Celebrate” wrap.

Disney Dream Collection and D23 EXPO-Exclusive Jewelry: Guests can enjoy a sparkling selection of fine jewelry created for the Disneyland Resort Celebration.

HARVEYS—Created especially for D23 EXPO 2015, this new collection features historical “A, B, and C Ticket Media” on some of their most popular silhouettes.

Dream Store Autograph Sessions—Disney fans will get the chance to meet some of their favorite authors, artists, Disney Legends, and other notable celebrities inside the Dream Store. Autograph sessions will be posted daily via the D23 EXPO Mobile App (available later this summer) and daily at the D23 EXPO Dream Store.

The D23 Expo will take place August 14-16, 2015 at the Anaheim Convention Center. For more details and updates on the Dream Store, guests can visit www.D23Expo.com, www.DisneyParksBlog.com, and www.DisneyParksMerchandise.com.

My Top 5 Favorite Attractions at Animal Kingdom

We will close out the series at our last stop of my top 5 favorite attractions at Animal Kingdom. This has been a fun series and I hope you enjoyed the series. Once again I will state all statements are my opinion and in no way am I saying these should be everybody's favorite attractions. So let's get right into this with my top 5 favorite attractions at Animal Kingdom.

5.) The Tree of Life:

This could be considered one of the most beautiful things at Walt Disney World and that is why I had to include it in my favorite attractions. In at no. 5 of my favorite attractions at Animal Kingdom is The Tree of Life. It is so beautiful to look at this tree with all its different carving of different animals. You really get to appreciate your surroundings in Disney just be seeing this tree. It is like a scavenger hunt seeing how many animals I could name on the tree. As you walk into the park after the Oasis emerges the beautiful 145 ft. tall Tree of Life. It's branches spread out 165 ft wide and there are over 100,000 leaves and trunk is 50 ft tall. There are over 320 carvings of different animals and the tree itself took thousands of workers to build it in 18 months time. It simply is a sight to see as it is the park's icon. There is no way I could leave it off the list, so it's no. 5 of my favorite attractions at Animal Kingdom.

4.) Finding Nemo: The Musical:

It's time to go under the sea with Pixar at no. 4 of my favorite attractions at Animal Kingdom, Finding Nemo: The Musical. One of my favorite Pixar films is made into a musical at Animal Kingdom and it simply couldn't be left off the list. Finding Nemo: The Musical is just that a musical going through the movie with musical numbers. It really is a great show and a must see at the Animal Kingdom. Everyone knows the story of Nemo and this takes you fully into the movie with puppets, dancers, acrobats and more of this awesome show at Disney World. The show lasts about 30 minutes in this closed theater that makes you really are in the ocean. There's some Disney magic for you. I enjoy the show and so should you. In at no.4 of my favorite attractions at Animal Kingdom is Finding Nemo: The Musical.

3.) Dinosaur:

Let's travel back millions of years in search for the Iguanadon dinosaur in no. 3 of my favorite attractions at Animal Kingdom, Dinosaur. Yes, as in Epcot with Ellen's Energy Adventure another dinosaur ride makes my list in Dinosaur at Animal Kingdom. This was a ride that I hadn't gone on until recently and is now one of my favorites at the park. This thrill ride is even better then the one in Epcot as you are jerked around in your all-terrain vehicle in search of the Iguanadon. During the ride you find yourself starting off in the prehistoric forest with dinosaurs everywhere. You then get caught in a meteor shower with still not finding the Iguanadon. With meteor shower heading for impact you finally find him, surviving the meteor shower you get back to the Dino Institute with the Iguanadon for a successful mission. It certainly is an exciting ride and give you a thrill. In at no. 3 of my favorite attractions at the Animal Kingdom: Dinosaur.

2.) Kilimanjaro Safari:

See every animal on this African safari, with no. 2 on my list of my favorite attractions at the Animal Kingdom, Kilimanjaro Safari. This really is an experience like no other because you actually feel like you are traveling through the African savannah on the Harambe Reserve. The animals you get to see are amazing from zebras to elephants to hippos to lions. There is so much to see it really is breathtaking. You must take photos on this ride although sometimes it is tough since you are in the vehicle that rarely stops. Your best chance for photos are if you sit at the end of a row. Suggested time of riding this attraction is between 2 and 3 in the afternoon as that is when all the animals are entering their end of days going into their barn. This will set up for some amazing photographs. The lions are the hardest to get photographs of because they sleep most of the day. Fastpasses are always a must for this ride as lines are long all the time. This ride is amazing and everyone should experience it when they go to the Animal Kingdom. In at no. 2 of my top 5 favorite attractions in the Animal Kingdom is the Kilimanjaro Safari.

1.) Expedition Everest:

Let's tell the story of the legend of the Yeti with my favorite ride at Animal Kingdom, Expedition Everest. On a ride to the highest mountains of Mount Everest you take a thrill ride on this roller coaster going high rates of speed, even going backwards. This ride is the top of all thrill rides at Disney World. It is a fun ride no matter how old you are although you must be 44 inches in height to ride this ride. The adrenaline you feel on this ride is amazing as you are on the run from the legendary creature, the Yeti. At one point you reach the end of the track because the yeti has destroyed forcing the coaster to go backwards. Just when you think you are going face-to-face with the yeti you drop to an 80 foot plummet to escape this legendary creature. This ride is one of my favorites in all of Disney World, a fastpass is a must for this ride as well. A definite must ride when you are in the Animal Kingdom and no. 1 of my top 5 favorite attractions, Expedition Everest has my vote for the best in this park.

This Day in Disney History:

On this day February 15, in 1899 Walt Disney's wife, Lillian Marie Bounds is born in Spalding, Idaho. 

Also on this day in 1950, Walt Disney Studios animated feature, Cinderella, is released.

Daily Disney Quote:

"I have been up against tough competition all my life. I wouldn't know how to get along without it."

Walt Disney

So ends our series of my top 5 favorite attractions in the Disney Parks. Tomorrow we will return with your daily news from around Disney. As always we end with the words of Mickey Mouse, "See Ya Real Soon."