Jeff and Sandy share the history of the very first Disney hotel, which almost didn't happen.  Did you know initially the Disneyland Hotel was not owned by Disney? After being turned down by Art Linkletter, Sheraton and Hilton, Walt persuade Texas Oil Tycoon Jack Wrather.   The Disneyland Hotel opened in July 1955 almost 3 months after the theme park opened.  It wasn't until 1988, this icon came to the Disney portfolio and expanded to the magic it is today with the Fantasy, Adventure and Frontier towers.  If you are looking for a real treat, reserve one of the signature suites - Adventureland, Big Thunder, Fairytale, Mickey Mouse Penthouse or Pirates of the Caribbean Take a peak at the current rooms in this <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ce6olfo3xc'>video.</a> Just a quick walk and an optional <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aAV6dAZqjU0&t=9s'>monorail ride</a> to Disneyland!

Jeff and Sandy share the history of the very first Disney hotel, which almost didn't happen. Did you know initially the Disneyland Hotel was not owned by Disney? After being turned down by Art Linkletter, Sheraton and Hilton, Walt persuade Texas Oil Tycoon Jack Wrather. The Disneyland Hotel opened in July 1955 almost 3 months after the theme park opened. It wasn't until 1988, this icon came to the Disney portfolio and expanded to the magic it is today with the Fantasy, Adventure and Frontier towers. If you are looking for a real treat, reserve one of the signature suites - Adventureland, Big Thunder, Fairytale, Mickey Mouse Penthouse or Pirates of the Caribbean Take a peak at the current rooms in this video. Just a quick walk and an optional monorail ride to Disneyland!

Jeff and Sandy share the history of the very first Disney hotel, which almost didn't happen.&nbsp; Did you know initially the Disneyland Hotel was not owned by Disney? After being turned down by Art Linkletter, Sheraton and Hilton, Walt persuade Texas Oil Tycoon Jack Wrather. &nbsp; The Disneyland Hotel opened in July 1955 almost 3 months after the theme park opened.&nbsp; It wasn't until 1988, this icon came to the Disney portfolio and expanded to the magic it is today with the Fantasy, Adventure and Frontier towers.&nbsp; If you are looking for a real treat, reserve one of the signature suites - Adventureland, Big Thunder, Fairytale, Mickey Mouse Penthouse or Pirates of the Caribbean Take a peak at the current rooms in this <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ce6olfo3xc" rel="noopener noreferrer">video.</a> Just a quick walk and an optional <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aAV6dAZqjU0&amp;t=9s" rel="noopener noreferrer">monorail ride</a> to Disneyland!

#81 Disneyland Hotel...how it began to today!

Let's talk Dis! A podcast dedicated to all things Disney. Learn the ins and outs of the magical world of Disney, as host Jeff Coviello  and Disney Master Sandy chat about topics each week. Jeff Coviello is a media production teacher and media professional with over 15 years of production experience. A Disney Vacation Club owner for over a decade, Jeff and his family enjoy everything Disney has to offer from cruises to park visits. More information about Jeff can be found at www.JeffCoviello.com. Sandy Nussbaum-Giercyk is the owner of EZ Dis by Instant Impressions Travel Services, a Disney Earmarked Travel Agency. A woman business owner, she took her passion and made it daily life when opening the agency 16 years ago. Today, she leads a team of agents around the US offering no fee concierge planning to clients around the world. A true believer of the pixie dust of Disney, Sandy travels the World with Disney. The last 5 years of travel include: 47 trips to Walt Disney World, 11 Disney Cruises, a visit to Aulani, a visit to Disneyland Paris, 7 trips to Disneyland & 5 Adventures by Disney.  Her first hand travel experience let's her clients benefit with amazing tips, tricks and savings. Nussbaum-Giercyk's personal mantra is "the greatest souvenir I ever bought, was the memories I made with my family.” Learn more about Sandy and the services she offers at ezdisez.com.  Have a question or topic you would like us to talk about?  Contact us at podcast@letstalkdis.com

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Let's talk Dis! A podcast dedicated to all things Disney. Learn the ins and outs of the magical world of Disney, as host Jeff Coviello and Disney Master Sandy chat about topics each week. Jeff Coviello is a media production teacher and media professional with over 15 years of production experience. A Disney Vacation Club owner for over a decade, Jeff and his family enjoy everything Disney has to offer from cruises to park visits. More information about Jeff can be found at www.JeffCoviello.com. Sandy Nussbaum-Giercyk is the owner of EZ Dis by Instant Impressions Travel Services, a Disney Earmarked Travel Agency. A woman business owner, she took her passion and made it daily life when opening the agency 16 years ago. Today, she leads a team of agents around the US offering no fee concierge planning to clients around the world. A true believer of the pixie dust of Disney, Sandy travels the World with Disney. The last 5 years of travel include: 47 trips to Walt Disney World, 11 Disney Cruises, a visit to Aulani, a visit to Disneyland Paris, 7 trips to Disneyland & 5 Adventures by Disney. Her first hand travel experience let's her clients benefit with amazing tips, tricks and savings. Nussbaum-Giercyk's personal mantra is "the greatest souvenir I ever bought, was the memories I made with my family.” Learn more about Sandy and the services she offers at ezdisez.com. Have a question or topic you would like us to talk about? Contact us at podcast@letstalkdis.com

Let's talk Dis! A podcast dedicated to all things Disney. Learn the ins and outs of the magical world of Disney, as host Jeff Coviello  and Disney Master Sandy chat about topics each week. Jeff Coviello is a media production teacher and media professional with over 15 years of production experience. A Disney Vacation Club owner for over a decade, Jeff and his family enjoy everything Disney has to offer from cruises to park visits. More information about Jeff can be found at www.JeffCoviello.com. Sandy Nussbaum-Giercyk is the owner of EZ Dis by Instant Impressions Travel Services, a Disney Earmarked Travel Agency. A woman business owner, she took her passion and made it daily life when opening the agency 16 years ago. Today, she leads a team of agents around the US offering no fee concierge planning to clients around the world. A true believer of the pixie dust of Disney, Sandy travels the World with Disney. The last 5 years of travel include: 47 trips to Walt Disney World, 11 Disney Cruises, a visit to Aulani, a visit to Disneyland Paris, 7 trips to Disneyland &amp; 5 Adventures by Disney.  Her first hand travel experience let's her clients benefit with amazing tips, tricks and savings. Nussbaum-Giercyk's personal mantra is "the greatest souvenir I ever bought, was the memories I made with my family.” Learn more about Sandy and the services she offers at ezdisez.com.  Have a question or topic you would like us to talk about?  Contact us at podcast@letstalkdis.com

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