Jack Spence

Port Orleans — Riverside

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I recently spent three nights at Walt Disney World – each night in a different resort. I experienced a value (Pop Century), moderate (Port Orleans Riverside), and deluxe (Wilderness Lodge Villas) resort. I did this so I could update some of the pictures on Allears.net and to gain information in order to write reviews. But … Continue reading "Port Orleans — Riverside"
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Castle Couture – Fantasyland – Magic Kingdom

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A new shop has opened in Fantasyland. Replacing Tinker Bell’s Treasures is Castle Couture. Located across the courtyard from Cinderella Castle, this new shop allows Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique guests to have their royal portrait taken in regal style. But the experience is not limited to just the young princess as family-style portraits are also available … Continue reading "Castle Couture – Fantasyland – Magic Kingdom"
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Dumbo the Flying Elephant

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Lately, my attraction blogs have been lengthy affairs about “E” ticket rides. These have been two-part articles that explore the history and details of some of our favorite attractions at Disney World. Today’s blog will be no different, except there isn’t nearly as much to talk about when discussing Dumbo. You see, the beauty of … Continue reading "Dumbo the Flying Elephant"
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Disney Quiz 101 — Answers

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Here are the answers to yesterday’s quiz. I hope you got them all right! 1. On what day did Disneyland open? July 17, 1955 Between 10-15 thousand opening day tickets had been made available to the press and invited guests, but between counterfeit tickets and gate crashers, it’s estimated that twice that number actually attended … Continue reading "Disney Quiz 101 — Answers"
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Disney Quiz 101 — Questions

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Disney Quiz 101 I have created another Disney quiz for you — but this time, there are no pictures. I titled it “Disney Quiz 101″ because in my circle of friends, these are easy questions. In other words “Beginning Disney.” So grab a pencil and paper and get ready for twenty questions and one bonus … Continue reading "Disney Quiz 101 — Questions"
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D Street Grand Opening at Downtown Disney

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For the past ten years, pins have been the souvenir of choice for Disney collectors and traders. This simple product line has brought many hours of enjoyment to thousands of fans who wanted to bring a little of the magic home with them after vacation. But a new collectible arrived on the scene recently and … Continue reading "D Street Grand Opening at Downtown Disney"
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Expedition Everest — Legend of the Forbidden Mountain – Part Two

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In Part One, I gave you a brief history as to how Expedition Everest came into being. Today I’m going to discuss the queue and ride. Our story actually begins on the other side of Discovery River. Just beyond the Yak & Yeti Restaurant is a clearing and temple. Here you’ll find an Information sign … Continue reading "Expedition Everest — Legend of the Forbidden Mountain – Part Two"
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Expedition Everest — Legend of the Forbidden Mountain – Part One

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Expedition Everest – Legend of the Forbidden Mountain Like so many of my articles, I must start this one in Anaheim, California. You see, the yeti at Expedition Everest isn’t the first such creature to inhabit a Disney mountain. In 1959, Disneyland saw a major expansion with the opening of the Disneyland/Alwig Monorail, the Submarine … Continue reading "Expedition Everest — Legend of the Forbidden Mountain – Part One"
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Epcot’s Horizons – Part Two

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In Part Two of my Horizons blog I’m going to take you on a ride through this great attraction. As many travel ads say, “Getting there is half the fun.” When guests entered the Horizons building, they found themselves in FuturePort, a Transportation Terminal of the future. A large departure board listed some of the … Continue reading "Epcot’s Horizons – Part Two"
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Epcot’s Horizons – Part One

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Horizons I miss Horizons. This was a wonderful attraction that allowed me to be immersed in science fiction and science fact with a touch of Disney magic. It was grand in scope and possibilities. I’m sure when the Imagineers were designing Horizons they believed they were creating another Pirates of the Caribbean or Haunted Mansion … Continue reading "Epcot’s Horizons – Part One"
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