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17 Crazy Behind The Scenes Secrets of Disney World

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Editorial Summary

The creator explores various hidden aspects and historical facts regarding Disney World. The video details the utilidor system in Magic Kingdom, explaining how these underground tunnels allow cast members to move between lands without breaking immersion and provide access to service areas like the Mouseketeer Subway. The discussion covers Epcot's original vision as a functioning city rather than a theme park and touches upon the development of planned communities like Celebration and Golden Oak. The creator also explains how Disney manages animal habitats in Animal Kingdom, including the use of artificial moonlight at Animal Kingdom Lodge to allow for nighttime viewing. Additional segments address the history of the abandoned Discovery Island, the disposal of retired resort furniture, and the mechanics of the automated vacuum trash system in Magic Kingdom. The video concludes with trivia regarding the manmade Seven Seas Lagoon, the purpose of the red sidewalks on Main Street USA, and the history of the Walt Disney World Railroad.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

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Creator's Key Takeaways

Disney World is not as it seems so where in the parks are you going to find underground hideaways artificial Moonlight and abandoned Islands

the Magic Kingdom park that you know and love is actually on the second floor of this particular section of Disney World

Epcot wasn't even supposed to be a theme park the acronym for Epcot was originally created by Walt Disney and stands for experimental prototype community of Tomorrow

all of the coins tossed into the wells and water rides and water features in Disney World are regularly collected and donated to charities in Central Florida

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book the Keys to the Kingdom tour for behind-the-scenes access to Magic Kingdom utilidors
Visit during after-hours events for limited crowds and extra ride time
Use a sunglass strap and store them in your park bag to avoid losing them
Check the Disney World website for lost and found services if you lose an item

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Losing sunglasses on ridesUse a cheap strap and store them in your park bag instead of ride pockets

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the underground hideaways in Disney World?
QHow does Disney create artificial moonlight for animal viewing?
QWhy was Epcot originally conceived as a city?
QWhat happens to retired Disney props and furniture?

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