Disney World: Keys To The Kingdom Tour

This trip, I had the privilege of going on the Keys To The Kingdom tour, a four hour journey through the Magic Kingdom. I have to say that this tour is well worth the price (additional on top of park admission), and probably even a bargain. Make your reservations early because the tour typically sells out.

I learned a great deal about the Disney family, especially Roy Disney (Walt’s brother), who probably had a bigger hand in the entire Disney movement than Walt did. Next time you’re on Main Street U.S.A. in Disney World, give a look up at some of the windows. There are some interesting stories there, if you can find them. According to our tour guide, they read just like movie credits. And Blaine Gibson is quite an interesting fellow.

I also learned about the inner workings of the park, including a brief journey through the Utilidor tunnel. It was quite interesting to see the hidden side of a Disney park. Let’s just say that the guide maps might prove to be a little “misguided.”

The most interesting thing I learned was how the hitchhikers from the Haunted Mansion show up right in your car. Someone very smart came up with the idea, and the end result looks great.

All in all, this was a very thought-provoking, comprehensive, and interesting introduction to the other side of the wall. The time flew by and I was constantly amazed at how many cool things I found out about. I recommend the tour to anyone who has ever been to Disney World, and especially to the inquisitive ones who wonder how the whole thing has been put together.