Holidayland: The Least Photographed Land in the Park

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Holidayland, existing from 1957 to 1961, was situated just beyond the old Indian Village (think present day Haunted Mansion), nine acres that could be rented out for special groups and events. I’ll give you the long version—with a few surprising details

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