Tag: Giraffe

Disney Pic of the Week: Giraffe

Posted on by AllEars
Did you know that the first animals in Animal Kingdom arrived in the Summer of 1996. They were two young giraffe named Miles and Zari. — Reticulated giraffe will have a pattern of large spots, similar in shape, with little “background” color shown so that you might wonder if the giraffe is all brown. Other … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Giraffe"
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Disney Pic of the Week: Giraffe

Posted on by Scott Thomas
My daughter’s friend came with us to Walt Disney World about fifteen years ago. She brought with her a disposal camera with thirty-six film exposures. I was told she loved giraffes and I made sure we did an early excursion on the Kilimanjaro Safari in Disney’s Animal Kingdom the first day of our visit. Well, … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Giraffe"
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Disney Social Media Cover Photos

Posted on by Scott Thomas
I am still an old photographer when it comes to the new age of Social Media. I often forget when I am photographing at Walt Disney World or some other fun destination to take pictures with the various cover images in mind. On my last trip, I made it a point to find locations or … Continue reading "Disney Social Media Cover Photos"
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Staying at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

Posted on by Scott Thomas
As you enter Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge, the high ceiling of the lobby is a feast for your eyes. The Earth tones of the wood and decor instantly sooth your being. You see the three story tall windows which look out over Arusha Rock and African savanna beyond. You will even spy a "rope" bridge crossing high overhead.
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An African Day in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Posted on by Scott Thomas
I spent a most of a day in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Africa on my last trip. Thought I would share a few photos with you. Notice the camera data which will tell you how I was able to photograph them. Ask any questions in the comments. First stop was the Kilimanjaro Safari. The attraction has … Continue reading "An African Day in Disney’s Animal Kingdom"
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Photographing on the Wild Africa Trek, Part II

Posted on by Scott Thomas
When I left you last week, I was still wearing the safety vest (see below). After visiting with the sunbathing Nile Crocodiles, my Wild Africa Trek group headed overland until we were across from the place where the Safari jeeps first enter the savannah part of the Harambe Reserve. For those who have been on … Continue reading "Photographing on the Wild Africa Trek, Part II"
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January Disney Calendar

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
We haven’t had a resort calendar for awhile so this month we’ll be enjoying a taste of Africa at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. There’s nothing like waking up to a giraffe outside your window! You will need to have Adobe Reader on your computer to download the calendar(s). Just click on the photo to download … Continue reading "January Disney Calendar"
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Galloping Giraffe

Posted on by Scott Thomas
I have given tips in the past for photographing on the Kilimanjaro Safari in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. One tip I forgot to mention was to be ready for anything. The animals appear seemingly from out of nowhere at times. On my last safari, the jeep came around the bend onto to the savanna just as … Continue reading "Galloping Giraffe"
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