History of Disney World

The enormous Disney complex in Orlando is the story of a man with a dream and a vision for the perfect theme park.
The history of Disney World actually begins with Disneyland in California. Walt wanted a place where the whole family could enjoy a magical experience while feeling safe.

Walt Disney World in Orlando opened to the public on October 1, 1971. They chose a slow season to allow them to solve problems before more people arrived. The first few weeks had modest numbers. This all changed on the day after Thanksgiving in 1971. 
Thousands of people started coming into the park and they had to close the gates. Traffic was backed up for miles on the highway leading into the park. Disney World was a success.

Over the years, Disney has added more attractions to the park. Some of the attractions include:

• 1982 EPCOT Center
• 1989 Disney-MGM Studios
• 1998 Disney's Animal Kingdom