JOSHUA C. SHAFFER
'The Disney Guy'
Author • Podcaster • Artist • Voice Actor • Disney Historian
Disney fans have nicknamed my book
"the Disney bible."
Discovering The Magic Kingdom:
An Unofficial Disneyland Vacation Guide

Published October 1, 2010
This is the First Edition of my book, Discovering the Magic Kingdom.
Never before has there been such a complete Disneyland guidebook for kids (and parents) of all ages. Whether it’s your first time or your family’s annual trip, this vacation guide has everything you need.
With over a thousand exciting “fun facts” in this one-of-a-kind Discovering the Magic Kingdom: An Unofficial Disneyland Vacation Guide, the learning never stops. Packed with over 100 photos, trivia, a scavenger hunt, ways to cut park expenses, and so much more, you’ll never leave for Disneyland without it.
Main points of interest:
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How to save money.
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Read some ghost stories and learn about the park’s history.
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When to use fast passes.
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Learn what to pack and about new park additions
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Locate Hidden Mickeys
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The Kennel Club is only for your cats and dogs
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Lots of movie trivia
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Take up pin trading and find affordable souvenirs
The name "Magic Kingdom" came from Disneyland's nickname. It was referred to as "Walt Disney's Magic Kingdom" for years until the Magic Kingdom opened in Disney World in 1971.
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(Pic of me receiving copies of my new book in 2010)
Please keep in mind that this book was published over 16 years ago, so the vacation and travel information has changed since then, but the historical information is still the same because it's history.


