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1972 Magic Kingdom Walt Disney World Pictures – Part 2

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This is my last set of January, 1972 pictures. I do have others, but they are of things that have changed very little over the years, such as Main Street and portions of Fantasyland, and really aren’t of any historical interest. Enjoy! This first picture is of the Haunted Mansion. The first interesting detail is … Continue reading "1972 Magic Kingdom Walt Disney World Pictures – Part 2"
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1972 Magic Kingdom Walt Disney World Pictures – Part 1

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Here we go again, another set of pictures taken in January, 1972. These first two pictures were taken of the Indy Speedway from the Skyway. In the first picture, look to the left and you can see the 20,000 Leagues building. And if you look toward the back of the picture, you can see the … Continue reading "1972 Magic Kingdom Walt Disney World Pictures – Part 1"
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Adventureland – Magic Kingdom – History Lesson

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Q: Do you know why Adventureland is located on the west side of the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World? A: It’s because Adventureland is located on the west side of Disneyland in Anaheim. When planning the Magic Kingdom, Imagineers used Disneyland’s layout as a starting point when designing their new park. Q: Do you … Continue reading "Adventureland – Magic Kingdom – History Lesson"
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Contemporary Resort Update — The Wave & Construction

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I decided today to eat at the Concourse Steakhouse one last time before it closes at the end of the month. When I was handed the menu the waitress told me that for the last several weeks, and for the few remaining, the chef is testing various new appetizers, entrees, and desserts that will be … Continue reading "Contemporary Resort Update — The Wave & Construction"
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Favorite Restaurants at Walt Disney World

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A reader asked me for a list of my ten favorite Disney World restaurants. He also asked me for a list of my LEAST favorite Disney World restaurants. I’ve decided to answer half of his question, sort of, by telling you my favorite counter service and full service restaurant for each park, Downtown Disney, and … Continue reading "Favorite Restaurants at Walt Disney World"
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Harper’s Mill, Old Time Telephone, and Kingdom Tower – Walt Disney World

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I recently wrote a blog about the bird’s nest hidden in Harper’s Mill on Tom Sawyer Island in the Magic Kingdom. One of my readers, Chris, wrote to tell me that if you listen carefully, the creaking gears inside the mill play “Down By The Old Mill Stream.” I checked it out today and sure … Continue reading "Harper’s Mill, Old Time Telephone, and Kingdom Tower – Walt Disney World"
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Step Back in Time to 1972 – Back by popular demand

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Last time I posted old pictures of WDW I received numerous emails requesting more. So here goes. Once again, all of these pictures were taken in January 1972, just a little more than three months after the “World” opened. These first two pictures are of topiary as seen while driving from the Main Entrance toward … Continue reading "Step Back in Time to 1972 – Back by popular demand"
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Yakitori House – Epcot’s Japan

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I’m currently remodeling my kitchen (among other projects). Anyone who has ever undertaken a home improvement project knows there are good days and bad days. Today was a bad day. First, the tile man called and cancelled. He had a legitimate excuse, but I was disappointed, none the less. Since I now had the day … Continue reading "Yakitori House – Epcot’s Japan"
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Old Walt Disney World Pictures

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A couple of months ago, I published some old pictures I had taken at Walt Disney World. I received several letters asking that I publish more, so here goes. All of these were taken in January, 1972, just a little over three months after Disney World opened. The first picture is of the Toll Plaza. … Continue reading "Old Walt Disney World Pictures"
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How the Flying Fish Cafe Got Its Name

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Recently, I wrote an article for the Allears.net newsletter about the Flying Fish Café. In it, I mentioned that I wasn’t exactly sure how the restaurant got its name. Two of my readers (Debbie and Mehran), did a much better job of research than I did and were able to find the answer. My thanks … Continue reading "How the Flying Fish Cafe Got Its Name"
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