Disney Related TV ~ Week of August 11- 17

[Melanie]

Big week for Disney TV, with a little something for everyone - east coast, west coast, cruises, water parks, history, behind the scenes - you name it. Enjoy


Modern Marvels: Disney World
Journey underground and backstage at the technological marvel that is Walt Disney World. Walt Disney World is made up of four separate theme parks, each with its own innovations: the 107-acre Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney-MGM Studios, and Disney's Animal Kingdom. The four parks are all part of a megaplex of a resort. Twice the size of Manhattan, it was the final vision and crowning achievement of a man who spent more than 40 years pushing the limits of technology to create entertainment magic: Walt Disney.

Part 1:
Airing on The History Channel
Wednesday, August 13 from 6:00am – 7:00am

Part 2:
Airing on The History Channel
Thursday, August 14 from 6:00am – 7:00am

Original Airdate: December 25, 2005.


America’s Favorite Waterparks
Adrenaline junkies, get ready to experience the wettest and wildest waterparks in the country! Including WDW’s Blizzard Beach.

Airing on The Travel Channel
Wednesday, August 13 from 9:00am – 10:00am AND 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Thursday, August 14 from 7:00pm – 8:00pm AND 11:00pm – 12:00am
Sunday, August 17 from 5:00pm – 6:00pm

Original Airdate: March 18, 2007.


Samantha Brown’s Disney Favorites
Samantha Brown explores Disney’s best year-round attractions. When most people think of Disney, they think of the rides but there’s actually some really great food at Disney World as well as amazing shopping opportunities. Brown looks at the rides, food, shopping, characters, shows and parades at Disney World and Disneyland.

Airing on The Travel Channel
Wednesday, August 13 from 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Thursday, August 14 from 12:00am – 1:00am
Friday, August 15 from 10:00am – 11:00am
Saturday, August 16 from 6:00pm – 7:00pm

Original Airdate: April 11, 2008.


Disney on a Dime
Let’s say you watched the Favorites special and it’s convinced you that you need to book a trip to Disney World or Disneyland but money’s tight and you’re not sure you can afford it. In this special, guests use money-saving tips given to them by travel experts to see how well they really work.

Airing on The Travel Channel
Thursday, August 14 from 9:00am – 10:00am
Saturday, August 16 from 4:00pm – 5:00pm

Original Airdate: April 25, 2008.


Walt Disney World Resort: Behind the Scenes
Explore Disney's Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Epcot Center, and Disney-MGM Studios in this in-depth behind-the-scenes tour. Once a sleepy town, Orlando has become the nation's premiere vacation spot and a rite of passage for children the world over.

Airing on The Travel Channel
Friday, August 15 from 11:00am – 12:00pm
Saturday, August 16 from 5:00pm – 6:00pm

Original Airdate: May 6, 2002. Updated April, 2007.


Disney Splurge!
Maybe money’s not really an issue or you’re one of those people who loves to see how the other half lives. While Disney definitely offers some great deals for guests with a tighter budget, the resorts also feature lavish amenities and activities for people with some real money to spend.

Airing on The Travel Channel
Saturday, August 16 from 12:00pm – 1:00pm

Original Airdate: April 18, 2008.


Disneyland Resort: Behind the Scenes
Explore the mystique of the world's first modern theme park and the most enduring icons on the American landscape. Gain access to off-limits places, such as the secret club concealed in the park, and enjoy Tinkerbell's view as she starts the fireworks.

Airing on The Travel Channel
Saturday, August 16 from 1:00pm – 2:00pm

Original Airdate: November 27, 2003


Disney's Animal Kingdom
Go behind the scenes for a tour of Disney's most ambitious theme park. Discover the challenges involved in combining thrill rides and live animals, and find out the secret behind Disney's largest audio animatronic figures.

Airing on The Travel Channel
Saturday, August 16 from 2:00pm – 3:00pm

Original Airdate: August 20, 2002. Updated April, 2007.


Disney Cruise Line
Discover how the Walt Disney Company creates and operates a magical cruise line experience. From the ship's galley to its Broadway-style theatre, get a behind-the-scenes look at this operation and the creative genius that put it together.

Airing on The Travel Channel
Saturday, August 16 from 3:00pm – 4:00pm

Original Airdate: April 15, 2003. Updated April, 2007.


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~*~Disney Movies~*~


Freaky Friday (1995)
An overworked single mother and her teenage daughter magically switch bodies for a day. Live action, rated PG.

Airing on The Disney Channel
Monday, August 11 from 12:00pm – 2:00pm


Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over (2003)
Carmen's caught in a virtual reality game designed by the Kids' new nemesis, the Toymaker. It's up to Juni to save his sister, and ultimately the world.Live action, rated PG.

Airing on Toon Disney
Monday, August 11 from 5:00pm – 6:45pm


Ice Princess (2005)
With the help of her coach, her parents, and the boy who drives the Zamboni machine, nothing can stop Casey (Trachtenberg) from realizing her dream to be a champion figure skater.Live action, rated PG.

Airing on The Disney Channel
Monday, August 11 from 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Tuesday, August 12 from 12:00pm – 2:00pm


A Goofy Movie (1995)
Goofy's teenage son must put his date with a lovely friend on hold after Dad drags him along on a vacation. Animated, rated G.

Airing on The Disney Channel
Tuesday, August 12 from 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Wednesday, August 13 from 12:00pm – 1:30pm


Herbie: Fully Loaded (2005)
Maggie Peyton, the new owner of Number 53 - the free-wheelin' Volkswagen bug with a mind of its own - puts the car through its paces on the road to becoming a NASCAR competitor. Live action, rated G.

Airing on Toon Disney
Wednesday, August 13 from 5:05pm – 7:15pm


The Shaggy Dog (2006)
A man tries to live a normal life despite the fact that he sometimes turns into a sheepdog.Live action, rated PG.

Airing on Toon Disney
Friday, August 15 from 5:00pm – 7:15pm
Saturday, August 16 from 9:00am – 11:15am


Flight of the Navigator (1986)
A Florida boy returns to his parents in 1986 no older than when a flying saucer took him in 1978. Live action, rated PG.

Airing on The Hallmark Channel
Saturday, August 16 from 11:00am – 1:00pm


The Fox and the Hound 2 (2006)
The friendship between Copper and Tod is put to the test when Copper joins a country-singing group. Animated, rated G.

Airing on Toon Disney
Sunday, August 17 from 9:05am – 10:30am



All times listed are Eastern.

[NotaGeek]

Thanks Mel! It looks AWESOME!

[Minnie Imagineer]

I'm going on a mini-vacation this weekend....I'm going to miss all the good travel channel shows!

[ibrowse17]

Way cool, thanks

[judoma]

Thanks Mel!

[Mickey052501]

Thanks Mel!!!

Jen

[MinnieMommie]

This is awesome Mel! Thanks so much! I have my week planned out around this viewing now.

[pdrlkr]

Thanks Melanie!