- "Magic Carpet ‘Round the World" was a Circle Vision 360 film shown at the Tomorrowland Circle Vision Theatre in the Magic Kingdom from March of 1974 until March of the following year, and again from September 1979 until September 14, 1984, when it was replaced in 1994 by "American Journeys." More than 37 hours of film shot in over 20 nations around the world were edited into a panoramic, 21-minute virtual journey.
- The Tomorrowland Circle Vision Theater has been home to a number of different films over the years. Since its opening in November, 1971, the Circle Vision films that have played there include America the Beautiful (during two separate times), Magic Carpet ‘Round the World (also during two separate times), American Journeys, and the Transportarium (which was later renamed The Timekeeper).
Magic Carpet Round the World (Closed 1984)
Lou Mongello
Lou Mongello is a former attorney who left the practice of law to pursue his passion for Disney. He began as one of the earliest podcasters back in 2005, and is the founder and host of WDW Radio (WDWRadio.com), named Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years). Founded in 2004, WDW Radio also includes live video, blog, community, products, tours, and events dedicated to celebrating the magic of Walt Disney World, the Disney Parks, Disney Cruise Line, Marvel, and Star Wars.
He is also the author of numerous books about Disney, and a series of virtual Audio Tours of the parks, all created in an effort to help enhance guests' enjoyment and appreciation of the theme parks, shows, and films, and the people who make the magic happen.
Lou is also the founder of the Dream Team Project (DreamTeamProject.org), which sends children with life-threatening illnesses to Walt Disney World, and has raised more than $550,000.00 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation of America.
In addition to creating content around the Disney brands, Lou is also an author, coach, keynote speaker, and founder of the Momentum series of events and workshops for those looking to build their business and brand. Learn more at LouMongello.com.
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About Lou Mongello
Lou Mongello is a former attorney who left the practice to pursue his passion, and is now a recognized Disney expert, author, speaker, and host of WDW Radio. Learn more…