New festivities await you and your

family at the Disneyland Resort

- Olympic Gold Medalist Amanda Beard introduces guests to Crush, the Disneyland Resort's newest breakthrough real-time character interaction. ? 2005 Disney/Pixar

- Disney's Pixar film pals host the wildest block party ever! ? 2005 Disney/Pixar

- Disney's Grand Californian Hotel reflects the Arts & Crafts period of early 20th century California.

At Disneyland, It's One Small Step for Man, One Giant Leap for Fun on Space Mountain 2005!

We have ignition and lift-off as "Space Mountain," rated by Americans as their favorite Disney theme park attraction in a recent national survey, blasts-off into a new era of thrills! The high-speed interstellar adventure that has captivated Disneyland guests since the 1970s has reopened following nearly two years of being re-Imagineered for the 21st century. Through an all-new, hi-tech launch port inspired by today's era of space exploration, guests feel as if they have a first-hand look into the cosmos. After boarding their rockets, they speed through the launch tunnel, hurling them towards a close encounter with a large meteorite. Following an exhilarating race through space, the experience culminates with a new finale featuring a longer re-entry tunnel filled with spectacular lighting effects. Space Mountain's regular daily flight schedule has enhanced narrative elements within the ride and Space Port area. It also sports a new generation of special effects, new rocket vehicles, and a smoother, darker ride. The initial idea for "Space Mountain" originated with Walt Disney himself back in the mid-1960s, when the concept was simply known as "Space Port." The concept became a reality in 1975 when the first incarnation of "Space Mountain" actually premiered at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. Space Mountain had its Southern California debut at

Disneyland two years later. The U.S. Mercury Astronauts, America's first men in space, were on hand for the grand opening ceremonies and to christen the 118 foot tall "mountain." Since then, the rockets of "Space Mountain" have carried over 171,600,000 would-be astronauts, covering 8.8 million miles or equal to more than 18 round trips to the moon! Space Mountain joins an incredible array of innovative new adventures and spectacular entertainment premiering at Disneyland during its 18-month 50th anniversary celebration, which began this past May.



"Finding Nemo's" Most Excellent Sea Turtle, Crush, Comes to Life at California Adventure A new wave of fun has washed ashore at Disney's California Adventure park with the opening of "Turtle Talk with Crush," an all-new attraction inside the park's "Disney Animation" exhibit. Featuring Crush, the sea turtle, Turtle Talk with Crush is inspired by the Walt Disney Pictures presentation of a Pixar Animation Studios film "Finding Nemo," representing Disney's newest breakthrough in bringing favorite characters to life. The live, real-time computer-animated show gives guests the chance to engage in live, unrehearsed conversations with the animated sea turtle. From his digital world

under the sea, Crush chats, plays, jokes and reacts to guests in a unique, personalized way. The 152-year-old turtle recognizes guests and asks them questions about themselves and the human world. Imagine Crush stopping in mid-stream, noticing someone in the audience, and saying in real-time, "Hey you - dude in the righteous Hawaiian shirt - what's that on your head?" Walt Disney Imagineers have created precisely this kind of incredible interaction in the new attraction, which is located in the Hollywood Pictures Backlot section of Disney's California Adventure.

"Block Party Bash" Rocks Disney's California Adventure! The festive atmosphere of the 50th anniversary "Happiest Homecoming On Earth" celebration at Disneyland park extends across the esplanade of the Disneyland Resort to Disney's California Adventure park with the madcap and irreverent "Block Party Bash." The music and excitement are cranked to the max for this high-energy street extravaganza as Disney presents the Pixar Film Pals, who invite you to dance and play as they party their way through Disney's California Adventure. The wildest block party in Disney history will entertain guests with a non-stop musical parade that doubles as a fun-filled interactive street spectacular. Led by the famous Green Army Men, gigantic rolling party invitations, and a precision infantry of 12 whimsical Orange Cones (8-feet tall), the parade literally explodes into the park. In addition to an eclectic mix of fun-inducing 50s, 60s and 70s retro tunes, "Block Party Bash" includes appearances by 26 of the most popular characters, including Woody and Buzz Lightyear from "Toy Story," Mike and Sully from "Monsters, Inc.,"and Flik and Atta from "A bug's life." As a totally immersive experience, the contagious fun of the entire spectacle will spread throughout the audience.



Downtown Disney - A Dining, Shopping, Entertainment Destination Downtown Disney, an energetic avenue leading to the entrances of Disneyland and Disney's California Adventure, is a lively array of unique restaurants, interesting shops and dynamic entertainment venues. With live entertainment, lush landscaping and innovative architecture, Downtown Disney is the ideal location for a shopping spree, a dining excursion or simply a stroll. Downtown Disney District (no admission fee required) includes such distinctive locales as ESPN Zone?, House of Blues?, La Brea Bakery? Caf?, LEGO? Imagination Center, Rainforest Caf??, Ralph Brennan's Jazz Kitchen?, Build-a-Bear Workshop?, AMC? Theatres, and, of course, World of Disney?. Other dining highlights include the Mediterranean-inspired Catal Restaurant & Uva Bar, by world-renowned chef Joachim Splichal; Tortilla Jo's, offering tempting Mexican specialties and music; the festive Naples Ristorante e Pizzeria, featuring the famed cuisine of southern Italy; and Napolini, a gourmet Italian deli. Downtown Disney also features over 20 shops, boutiques, and snack locations. With a diverse menu of unique retail, dining and entertainment options, Downtown Disney offers something for everyone.

It's Easy to Make It an Overnight Experience at the Disneyland Resort Expand your fun and stay overnight at one of three hotels at the Disneyland Resort, including Disney's Grand Californian Hotel, the Disneyland Hotel and Paradise Pier, each offering something unique for your family. Capturing the spirit of early California through inspiring design and daring architecture, Disney's Grand Californian Hotel is a deluxe 745-room resort hotel property,

offering a premium option for business or pleasure visits to the Disneyland Resort. Disney's Grand Californian Hotel celebrates the romantic Arts & Crafts movement of early 20th century California.

At the Disneyland Hotel, guests will find a family vacation resort brimming with Disney magic and benefits. Offering 990 rooms, the hotel features a variety of restaurants and lounges, shops, three swimming pools and a sandy beach, among other amenities. Forming a lush centerpiece for the Disneyland Hotel is the magical Never Land theme pool. Based on Walt Disney's classic animated film "Peter Pan," the area features a 110 foot-long water slide, Captain Hook's pirate ship and a "mermaid lagoon" whirlpool. This vibrant complex also features the Lost Bar cocktail lounge, a recreational lawn area, fitness center and miniature remote-control boats. Disney's Paradise Pier Hotel overlooks Paradise Pier, one of the most colorful sections of the Disney's California Adventure. The hotel prides itself on being one of the finest in its class. The 15-story, high-rise structure encompasses 489 guest rooms, including suites and poolside cabana rooms. The hotel also has a swimming pool and whirlpool, a fitness center, two restaurants, a lobby bar and coffeehouse, poolside bar, gift shops and game arcade. For information about the Disneyland Resort or Disneyland's 50th anniversary celebration, visit www.disneyland.com or call 714.781.4565. WSC