Discoveryland

As with many attractions, Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room had an interesting source of inspiration and went thru evolution from concept to final product. After nearly 60 years, this beloved and classic attraction continues to stand the test of time and has had a great impact on subsequent Disney Parks attractions. Discoveryland is a Disneyland history podcast that focuses on a different extinct attraction, show, event, restaurant, or shop in each episode. Victoria B. is your Discoveryland guide on these adventures through yesterday, tomorrow, and fantasy, analyzing the details behind the legendary components that make up Disneyland's vibrant history. Follow Discoveryland on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/DiscoverylandShow/ https://www.instagram.com/discoverylandshow/ https://twitter.com/DiscoverylandVC Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/VictoriasCantina

In a dim corner of the attic lurks the most treacherous spirit of the Haunted Mansion. But she wasn’t always a murderous black widow. The bride of the Haunted Mansion has a story that has evolved over the decades, going back to her roots in the earliest concepts of this beloved attraction. Follow Discoveryland on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/DiscoverylandShow/ https://www.instagram.com/discoverylandshow/ https://twitter.com/DiscoverylandVC Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/VictoriasCantina

For Disneyland's 50th anniversary, the stunning fireworks spectacular, "Remember... Dreams Come True" was introduced. An immediate crowd pleaser, it lived on far beyond the timeframe for which it was intended. The show has evolved over the years, and in that time, it has become a Disneyland fan favorite. Follow Discoveryland on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/DiscoverylandShow/ https://www.instagram.com/discoverylandshow/ https://twitter.com/DiscoverylandVC Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/VictoriasCantina

Along the banks of the Rivers of America, the Indian Village once provided an interactive experience for guests looking to learn more about the Native American way of life. A unique structure in the village with grass growing from its roof, the Indian Trading Post, offered authentic Native American crafts and souvenirs. Follow Discoveryland on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/DiscoverylandShow/ https://www.instagram.com/discoverylandshow/ https://twitter.com/DiscoverylandVC Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/VictoriasCantina

Once upon a time, Disneyland guests could travel from one end of the park to the other by air. For 38 years, the Von Roll 101 Skyway provided aerial transportation from Fantasyland to Tomorrowland and vice versa. It was a scenic and mildly thrilling experience that has left a visible mark on Disneyland’s history. Follow Discoveryland on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/DiscoverylandShow/ https://www.instagram.com/discoverylandshow/ https://twitter.com/DiscoverylandVC Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/VictoriasCantina Visit Von Roll Model Ropeways on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vonrollmodelropeways

The Mine Train Through Nature’s Wonderland expanded upon the experience offered by the Rainbow Caverns Mine Train. In part two of this two-part feature, we go back in time to the wilds of Frontierland and explore the expansion of the mine train, its destruction, the remnants that can still be found in Frontierland, and its enduring legacy as a prominent part of Disneyland history. Follow Discoveryland on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/DiscoverylandShow/ https://www.instagram.com/discoverylandshow/ https://twitter.com/DiscoverylandVC Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/VictoriasCantina My photographic documentation of Nature’s Wonderland remnants in 2010: https://discuss.micechat.com/forum/disney-theme-park-news-and-discussion/disneyland-resort/142929-mine-train-through-nature-s-wonderland-leftovers Mine Train restoration project: https://www.markeades.com/disneyland-mine-train-restoration-underway/ Nature’s Wonderland – A Mickey Mouse Cartoon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0dWj2k4FMM8

The Rainbow Caverns Mine Train took guests on an adventure into the depths of Frontierland. From the little mining town of Rainbow Ridge, to the wilds of the Living Desert, and then to dazzling Rainbow Caverns, the Mine Train provided a unique and engaging experience to early Disneyland guests. In part one of this two-part feature, we go back in time to the wilds of Frontierland and explore the creation of the Rainbow Caverns Mine Train. Follow Discoveryland on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/DiscoverylandShow/ https://www.instagram.com/discoverylandshow/ https://twitter.com/DiscoverylandVC Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/VictoriasCantina

In the 1950s, the Space Race was raging. Technological advancements were transforming America. Space travel was becoming more science fact than science fiction. At Disneyland, guests would be able to sample space travel before it would become an everyday occurrence by experiencing Rocket to the Moon. Follow Discoveryland on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/DiscoverylandShow/ https://www.instagram.com/discoverylandshow/ https://twitter.com/DiscoverylandVC Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/VictoriasCantina

Club 33 has long been the subject of Disneyland legend, lore, and mystery. It is the most exclusive experience at Disneyland, and it offers an unmatched escape to those able to access it. As the years have passed, the shroud of secrecy has come down. But what was Walt Disney’s original intent with the club, and what is the history of how it came about? Follow Discoveryland on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/DiscoverylandShow/ https://www.instagram.com/discoverylandshow/ https://twitter.com/DiscoverylandVC Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/VictoriasCantina

For 50 years, Pirates of the Caribbean’s auction scene depicted the auctioning of kidnapped young women to would-be pirate suitors. The enthusiastic redhead was the center of the scene, ready to begin a new adventure with the pirates. In 2018, the scene was changed, with Redd still at the center of the action. Follow Discoveryland on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/DiscoverylandShow/ https://www.instagram.com/discoverylandshow/ https://twitter.com/DiscoverylandVC Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/VictoriasCantina