100 Disney Adventures of a Lifetime: Magical Experiences from Around the World

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Marcy pays homage to Walt throughout the book, including in photos and some of the featured adventures. Those would include The Merry-Go-Round at Griffith Park in Los Angeles; Walt Disney’s Birthplace in Chicago; Marceline and the Walt Disney Hometown Museum AND the Walt Disney Family Museum. Secret off-the-menu items around the park, including a cherry milkshake at Carnation Café and ice cream nachos at the Golden Horseshoe The Walt Disney Family Museum has announced an event called 100 Disney Adventures of a Lifetime with Author Marcy Carriker Smothers. During the event, Marcy Carriker Smothers will talk about her newest book from National Geographic, 100 Disney Adventure of a Lifetime: Magical Experiences from Around the World. Anyone who has experienced a panel with this author before knows that this will be a very special event. In this beautifully illustrated treasury, discover 100 beloved and little-known Disney adventures--from seeing fireworks on a dessert-themed boat ride to dining with your favorite characters to a tour of the Galapagos Islands--that will make for a lifetime of magical, memorable experiences.

Wake up to the sight of giraffes grazing outside your window. Watch the Disneyland fireworks from the Tomorrowland Skyline Lounge, far away from the crowds. Taste your way through six continents at EPCOT’s International Food & Wine Festival. Go on a family journey to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks with National Geographic. Magical meals at a rotating dinner club featuring Walt Disney World's best chefs, each themed to Disney lore The inherent challenge with any book about Disney destinations is that they’re out of date the moment they hit the presses, which is why Birnbaum Guides are updated annually. Attempts were made to future-proof this tome, for at least a little while, with upcoming experiences featured. These include Shanghai Disneyland’s Zootopia land, Disneyland Paris’ Frozen area, and the newest upcoming addition to Magic Kingdom, Tron Lightcycle Run. At the same time, who could’ve known that Disney KiteTailswould have such a short run? As of today’s release date, that show has already faded into the sunset, although it is included in a section of entertainment offerings at the parks. I love being able to revisit some of my favorite places in “100 Disney Adventures of a Lifetime”, but it also has inspired thoughts about adventures I may be interested in the future (maybe one or two of the Adventures by Disney River Cruises, which sparked my attention). There are also National Geographic Expeditions featured in addition to Adventures by Disney.

100 Disney Adventures of a Lifetime: Magical Experiences From Around the World

Disney fans will marvel at all the beautiful experiences that Disney has to offer. It offers details along with stunning photos about the parks here and around the world, dining experiences, VIP tours, and so many hidden gems. This is a staple for every Disney lover! The cover is beautiful, with the front cover photo illustration of Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty Castle by Matt Stroshane. And this is just the tip of the iceberg! There are so many incredible adventures that Disney offers that will satisfy all types of people: thrill seekers, foodies, beach bums, explorers, athletes - you name it! The pictures throughout this book are incredible and make readers want to get on a plane today to try out several of these adventurers. Remember, you’re never too young or old to being an adventure today!

Former Imagineer Joe Rohde writes the Foreword. He talks about his own Imagineering career experience very briefly before saying how the world is “full of adventurous lives that got their start from a Disney experience”. Marcy Carriker Smothers is the author of the fan favorite Eat Like Walt: The Wonderful World of Disney Food, a New York Times “New & Noteworthy” selection. A former radio personality, she hosted several programs, including The Food Guy and Marcy Show with the Food Network’s Guy Fieri. In celebration of Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary, she co-authored Delicious Disney Walt Disney World: Recipes & Stories from The Most Magical Place on Earth. Her love of all things Disney―especially Disneyland―inspired her to write Walt’s Disneyland: A Walk in the Park with Walt Disney. National Geographic’s 100 Disney Adventures of a Lifetime: Magical Experiences from Around the World was published in October 2022, in anticipation of The Walt Disney Company’s 100th anniversary in 2023. When not strolling on Main Street, U.S.A., Carriker Smothers can be found exploring food and planning her next adventure. With theme park resort destinations around the world, unique offerings from Disney Cruise Line, Disney Vacation Clubdestinations away from the theme parks, and guided travel experiences around the globe, Disney’s portfolio of vacation offerings can be a little overwhelming. 100 Disney Adventures of a Lifetimepresents a fairly broad overview of all of these opportunities, broken up by types of experiences rather than geographical location. Chapter titles include “Let’s Go Fly a Kite” (fun for all ages), “Adventure Is a Wonderful Thing” (fun for thrill seekers), “A Whole New World” (worldwide travel), “Be Our Guest” (all about food), and “When You Wish Upon a Star” (premium services).A training session at the Jedi Academy at Disney Hollywood Studios, where you can make your own light saber and fight Darth Vader