Van’s Links
The sites below are some of my favorite Disney fan sites on the web. The selection process for these is 100% subjective … the site has to be overwhelmingly cool, have great information/media or have some other “wow” factor that makes it the best of the best.
If you know of a great site that should be listed, feel free to tell me by emailing me or posting it on the message boards. Please don’t be offended if it doesn’t make this list … I wouldn’t include my own site on this list!
Best New Media Sites
Sites in this category have something unique about them either in design, concept or content.
Twisney.comThe perfect blend of Disney, Twitter and Virtual Earth. PERFECT for keeping people updated on your trip while you’re in the park - or for getting your “Disney” fix when you’re not there.
Mouse World RadioI’ve been a fan of this site longer than I can remember. If you like Disney audio (and especially if you like to tie up your company’s internet connection by using streaming audio) this site is for you!
WDW Today PodcastThere are LOTS of great Disney podcasts out there. People often ask which one (other than Netcot’s, of course) is my favorite. Here’s my answer… and not just because I’ve been on a few shows… I liked it long before that!
Best Ride Specific Sites
Sites in this category focus on a single ride, attraction or element of Disney parks. Its all they do, and they all do it well.
Haunted Mansion: DoomBuggies.comThis site is the single best Haunted Mansion related site on the internet. Period.
Pirates: Tell No Tales.comSecrets, media and tons of great stuff about the Pirates rides and movies.
Honorable Mention:
Expedition Everest - Walt Disney World’s own Expedition Everest page
Haunted Portraits - Great blueprints of all things related to the Haunted Mansion.
Best Historical Sites
Sites that are living flashbacks to extinct Disney attractions. I like to visit these because we all know that today’s idea of tomorrow will always feel like yesterday’s idea of today, tomorrow.
Yesterland.com | Extinct Disneyland attractionsIf you want to know something about a ride that used to be in Disneyland, stop here.
People for the PeoplemoverDedicated to saving the PeopleMover. This site has a great design, nice photos and a clever name.
Daveland DisneylandGreat photos from a historic Disneyland.
Honorable Mention:
Lost EPCOT - Lots of great images and old-school icons
Widen Your World - Historic Walt Disney World attractions.
Best Informational Sites
There are a TON of websites that feature great information on Disney parks. These are some of my favorites.
WDW History.com While its still being updated with all of the WDW attractions, this site has a great format for all the details you need to know about WDW rides.
MickeyWiki.net A very clever site that blends a Disneyland wiki with an interactive map. This site still needs people to contribute information … if you’re looking for something to do.
Photos Magiques Lots of great informationa nd pictures from Disneyland Paris. Also checkout their Walt Disney Studios section.
Honorable Mention:
WDWInfo.com - This site has some good information, even if it gives me a headache.
WDWPeakSeasons.com - Some good info here if you’re traveling to WDW during a busy time. Also includes some discount codes.
HiddenMickeys.org - Who doesn’t love finding Hidden Mickeys?! This site’s layout might not impress you, but the list of hidden Mickeys will!
Other links around the web:
- Links to/from Netcot for your site
- Van’s Netcot MySpace Page
- Van’s Facebook Page
- Van’s YouTube Favorites
- Van’s .Mac home page & photo gallery
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