We went in 1958 when we were visiting relatives in L.A. and the prices must have been even cheaper! I remember taking the teacup ride and what was probably Pirates of the Caribbean or its forerunner. My brother and I got Donald Duck hats because we thought Mickey Mouse was too…Mickey Mouse. 🙂
I love how ‘the ladies will be enchanted by the rich and beautifully decorated costumes and plumage – complete with matching jewels.’ I suppose the ladies weren’t sophisticated enough to appreciate the technology of audio animatronics. I think I’ll get out my pearls and my high heels, doff my pinny and go be enchanted next Monday.
I know, right?? 🙂
Love the article about “It’s A Small World,” too.
We went in 1958 when we were visiting relatives in L.A. and the prices must have been even cheaper! I remember taking the teacup ride and what was probably Pirates of the Caribbean or its forerunner. My brother and I got Donald Duck hats because we thought Mickey Mouse was too…Mickey Mouse. 🙂
Wow, you visited Disneyland when it was in its infancy. Things have changed a lot since then, haven’t they? LOL, remember the Carousel of Progress?
And ha ha ha about the hats. Yeah…Mickey. 😉
Wow, you were at Disneyland during its infancy! Things have changed a lot since then, haven’t they? LOL, remember the Carousel of Progress?
And ha ha ha about the hats. Yeah…Mickey Mouse. 🙂
Did you know that “Small World” started as a World’s Fair exhibit? It was Disney’s entry, natch.
I’m also old enough to remember the ticket books (tickets needed for each ride). :>) Glad they finally did away with that.
I *didn’t* know that–wow, I’m glad you told me.
I actually get nostalgic about those ticket books. Sigh, I’m guessing only People of a Certain Age remember the thrill of “E-Ticket rides.”
I remember it was a nuisance sometimes, making sure you had the right ticket for a certain ride.
Eleanor Heldt forgot to note that the new attraction features an earworm of a song, guaranteed to ring in one’s head for weeks afterward! 😉
Hee, yeah…there’s that.
Hums “It’s a Small World” to you, but hopes it’s not contagious.
Imagine the poor ride operators, having to listen to it for hours every day… ;>)
LOVE THIS! 🙂
I figured you would! You’re the once and future queen of Disneyworld, Roni! 🙂
I love how ‘the ladies will be enchanted by the rich and beautifully decorated costumes and plumage – complete with matching jewels.’ I suppose the ladies weren’t sophisticated enough to appreciate the technology of audio animatronics. I think I’ll get out my pearls and my high heels, doff my pinny and go be enchanted next Monday.
Thank you for the smile.
I think I’ll get out my pearls and my high heels, doff my pinny and go be enchanted next Monday.
Don’t forget your fetching handbag! And me… 🙂
I’ve never been to Disneyland. I’ve been to Disney World but that was ages ago, even before Epcot!
When (not if!) you come West for a visit, I’ll be happy to take you. We’ll invite Emjae to join us, of course. 🙂
YES!!!!