Jack Spence

Bistro de Paris – Epcot

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I am often asked what my favorite restaurant is at Walt Disney World. But that’s a difficult question to answer. There are so many categories from which to choose. There are casual eateries, fine dining, and counter service. And it would all depend on my mood. But if someone were to tell me they wanted … Continue reading "Bistro de Paris – Epcot"
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Test Track – Epcot

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I can’t discuss Test Track without first talking about the early years of Epcot. When the park opened on October 1, 1982, it was to be an “adult” park – a place where guests could learn about the challenges facing the world and how the companies involved with Epcot were trying to solve them. And … Continue reading "Test Track – Epcot"
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Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Press Preview

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The 14th Annual Epcot International Food & Wine Festival kicks off on September 25th. To help get things started, Disney invited members of the press to preview some of the new and exciting taste-treats being served this year and to provide us with some interesting facts about the event. So when Deb Wills asked me … Continue reading "Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Press Preview"
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Magic Kingdom Skyway

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After I published my blog about the demolition of the Tomorrowland Skyway Station, one of my readers wrote and asked me to write a blog about this defunct attraction. I don’t usually take requests for articles, but I felt that this was timely subject matter and decided to go for it. The first Disney Skyway … Continue reading "Magic Kingdom Skyway"
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Kouzzina by Cat Cora – Disney’s Boardwalk

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Today, (September 17), I attended a press event to kick off Cat Cora’s new restaurant. Located on the Boardwalk, Kouzzina replaces Spoodles and offers Greek food with a home-cookin’ flair. Guests were greeted by cast members offering glasses of Pellegrino and lime. As soon as I entered the restaurant, I could tell a good time … Continue reading "Kouzzina by Cat Cora – Disney’s Boardwalk"
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Tomorrowland Skyway Station

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On November 10, 1999, a favorite ride for many of us closed. The Skyway that once carried guests over Tomorrowland and Fantasyland stopped running. It was a sad day. The towers and cables were removed soon after, but both stations have remained – until now. Today, backhoes and bulldozers are busy in Tomorrowland, eating away … Continue reading "Tomorrowland Skyway Station"
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Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party 2009

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The first Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party (MNSSHP) of the year was held yesterday (September 4) and I was there. I realize that this is almost two months before the actual holiday, but Halloween has become the second most celebrated holiday in the U.S. People get into the spirit of this season and revel … Continue reading "Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party 2009"
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Luxo Jr.

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Now appearing at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: Luxo Jr. Every 15-20 minutes, Luxo Jr., the dancing lamp from the Pixar movies, makes an appearance across the street from Toy Story Mania. Perched on a stage above the crowd, this cute little fellow dances to a variety of tunes for about two and a half minutes. The … Continue reading "Luxo Jr."
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Kidani Village — Pembe Savanna

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The six-acre Pembe Savanna which surrounds the north wing of Kidani Village at the Animal Kingdom Lodge opened today (September 1). I was on hand to check things out. Unfortunately, I don’t have much to report as there isn’t anything “new” that I didn’t already cover in my Kidani Village blogs. You see, for the … Continue reading "Kidani Village — Pembe Savanna"
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Great Movie Ride

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The Great Movie Ride has been entertaining guests for over twenty years, allowing us to do more than just see some of the classics, but to be immersed in and surrounded by them. Fifty-nine Audio-Animatronics figures, recreating some of Hollywood’s biggest stars, come to life as we travel from one cinemagraphic genre to the next. … Continue reading "Great Movie Ride"
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