Other Parks: Log Jammer to close at Magic Mountain

In a long rumored and yet surprising announcement, the classic log ride at Six Flags Magic Mountain will be closing today.



The good news is that you can expect yet another roller coaster in its place within a couple of years.

Disney Parks: Google goes Mary Blair

In an interesting turn of events, Google has decided to honor Mary Blair's 100th birthday with a new Google Doodle.

Disney Parks: Cast Members at the Hotel are Constantly Evaluated

In an interesting article from the Los Angeles Times. Last year, Disney parks installed electronic monitors to display how certain Cast Members at the Disney Hotels are performing on a daily basis.

Disneyland Resort: Time-Lapse Video of Disneyland and California Adventure

Theme park video editor Asianjma123 has made a two beautiful videos showing off Disneyland and California Adventure in glorious time-lapse. Enjoy...

Tip of the Week: Where to watch Fantasmic

Fantasmic at Disneyland turns 20 years old next year (man I am getting old) and I thought it was time to share our tips on watching this great show

Other Parks: Paramount Studios Park

Paramount announced a new theme park in Spain. Here you will be able to experience attractions from films like Star Trek, Rango, and Titanic. So far it looks like a mix of Disney and Universal, I cannot wait to experience it.

Don't take my word for it, see the the video below... (theme park info starts at 3:20)

California Adventure: Mater's Junkyard Jamboree Testing Phase

Vertical construction on Cars Land is getting close to the end, which means vehicle testing has begun. First thing caught on tape was Mater's Junkyard Jamboree.

Mater's Junkyard Jamboree:
This attraction will be a new take on a classic "whip ride", where guests will be driven around Mater's Junkyard by Mini-Tractors, while Mater the Tow truck strikes up the music.

 Enjoy the video...

Tip of the Week: Oktoberfest at Disneyland?

Well, not quite. But if you're looking for more than just a typical hot dog and are in the Oktoberfest spirit, head over to Disneyland's Troubadour Tavern where you can satisfy your brat and saurkruat craving. Located near the entrance of the Fantasyland Theater and not listed on the park map, they also offer corn on the cob and a few baked potato options.

Bratwurst - Seasoned pork sausage on a roll with sauerkraut. Served with your choice of sliced apples or chips. - $6.99

Cuisine Type:American, Vegetarian

Prost! (With a Gold Peak Iced Tea)

Disney Parks: Disney's CEO Robert Iger to step down in 2015

Walt Disney Co.has signed a new contract with its chief executive Robert Iger for five more years while at the same time laying the groundwork for a succession plan at the top of the entertainment conglomerate.

Read about it HERE