Jack Spence

The United Kingdom Pavilion – Part Two

September 27, 2011 by Jack Spence

Yesterday I presented Part One of my tour of the United Kingdom Pavilion. Today I’ll finish the journey. At the back of the United Kingdom Pavilion you’ll find 1800’s England and the residential section of town. On Tudor Lane we discover a stately home. Within this structure is the Lords and Ladies shop. This boutique … Continue reading "The United Kingdom Pavilion – Part Two"

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Magic Kingdom Parking Lot

September 26, 2011 by Jack Spence

The next time you park your car at the Magic Kingdom, you might notice a few differences – not physical differences, but naming conventions and tram operations. First, the parking lot has been divided into two sections. The western half (formerly containing lots named for Minnie, Chip & Dale, Pluto, Goofy, Daisy, and Donald) has … Continue reading "Magic Kingdom Parking Lot"

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The United Kingdom Pavilion – Part One

September 25, 2011 by Jack Spence

When the Imagineers set out to design World Showcase, it wasn’t their intent to recreate a particular time and place within a country. But rather design a space that represents the memories one might bring back with them after a visit to that nation. And so it is with the United Kingdom Pavilion. The buildings … Continue reading "The United Kingdom Pavilion – Part One"

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Quiz – Who Sponsors Disney – Answers

September 17, 2011 by Jack Spence

Yesterday, I briefly discussed the importance of corporate sponsors in connection with Disney shops, restaurants, and attractions. Then I presented you with 20 questions to see if you could remember what company is connected with a given location. Here are the answers. It will be interesting to see just how well these companies’ advertising dollars … Continue reading "Quiz – Who Sponsors Disney – Answers"

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Quiz – Who Sponsors Disney – Questions

September 16, 2011 by Jack Spence

When Walt was planning Disneyland, he knew he couldn’t afford to build his magnificent park without outside financial help. So he and his brother Roy engaged the assistance of other companies to help pay the bills. In exchange for their money, these companies would be allowed to sell their products in Disneyland shops and restaurants … Continue reading "Quiz – Who Sponsors Disney – Questions"

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Epcot’s France Pavilion – Part Two

September 4, 2011 by Jack Spence

Yesterday I posted Part One of my review of the France Pavilion. Today I’ll continue the story. Knowing that France is famous for its outstanding cuisine, the Imagineers knew that fine dining needed to be a part of the France Pavilion. In the early years, there were three table service restaurants here, Les Chefs de … Continue reading "Epcot’s France Pavilion – Part Two"

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Epcot’s France Pavilion – Part One

September 3, 2011 by Jack Spence

I would never say that one World Showcase pavilion is more beautiful than another. Each is picturesque and captivating in its own way. But I would certainly be willing to use different adjectives to describe each pavilion. For example, I would call Morocco mysterious. Serene would work well to describe Japan. And one might use … Continue reading "Epcot’s France Pavilion – Part One"

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The Lion King in 3D

August 28, 2011 by Jack Spence

In the years before VHS tapes and DVDs, the Disney Company would re-release their animated films into theaters every seven years. It was believed (correctly so) that during that time interval, a whole new batch of Disney fans would enter movie-going age and want to see earlier classics. But home video changed all that. Why … Continue reading "The Lion King in 3D"

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If I Ruled the World – Part Two

August 25, 2011 by Jack Spence

Yesterday, I presented Part 1 of my “If I Ruled the World” blog — things I would change at Walt Disney World given I had the power. Today I give you the second half of my list. 6. If I ruled the World I’d improve the seating in the Theater in the Wild at the … Continue reading "If I Ruled the World – Part Two"

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If I Ruled the World – Part One

August 24, 2011 by Jack Spence

Recently, Mike Scopa wrote a great four-part blog titled “My Fixit List.” In these articles, he discussed ten things at Walt Disney World that he believes have been neglected and need attention. His blogs got me to thinking, what would I do if I ruled the World – Walt Disney World, that is. If I … Continue reading "If I Ruled the World – Part One"

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