This July marks the 10th anniversary that a 2.0 Disney California Adventure was re-dedicated by Bob Iger. At the expense of some 1.1 billion dollars, this was at the time the most comprehensive park redo ever attempted. Still, in the first year of re-opening, park attendance went up some 23% and it became far more equal in terms of balancing out the number of guests visiting it and its sister park, Disneyland. We will look at the attractions, restaurants and experiences that became extinct as a result of this re-investment, particularly as it relates the Golden Gateway and Sunshine Plaza, Bountiful Family Farm, and Paradise Pier. We’ll look at all that went away, and what ultimately came in its place 10 years ago and later.
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Disney Treasure Cruise Line Announcements
Sleeping Beauty Castle: Le Château de la Belle au Bois Dormant at Disneyland Paris
Celebrating 4 Years of Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge
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The Haunted Mansion & the Spirit of Compromise
Hat Box Ghost & More--Can We Assume Positive Intent For Imagineering & In Life?
A Big Announcement--Plus News of Two Princes Return to the Kingdom!
Checking Out Epcot’s International Food & Wine Festival for 2023
Celebrating 100 Years of Disney and More at Disneyland Resort
A Very Personal Disneyland Journey with My Son
Bob Iger’s Contract Extends to 2026--His Insights on the Company Moving Forward
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Celebrating 60 Years of Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room
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Right Down Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland Paris & Special Announcement!
Comparing Toy Story Lands--Which is Best?
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Discoveryland: A Very Different Tomorrowland
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