Lisa Berton

Kilimanjaro Safaris Bonus Gorilla

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A gorilla on the safari? Surely you must be joking. You’re such a jokester, Lisa. There is one, not along the drive itself but read on to learn more, and stop calling me Shirley. Picture this (the jokes never end), you’re bouncing along in the safari vehicle, cursing yourself for finishing off the bottle of … Continue reading "Kilimanjaro Safaris Bonus Gorilla"
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Pirates of the Caribbean Pinball

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It lurks in the well-lit shadows of the Tomorrowland Arcade, awaiting players brave enough to tempt fate with a few schillings and fast-action thumbs. Don’t be chicken. Commandeer the pinball machine and beat the high score. However, if gold isn’t what you’re after but rather some “Tada!” worthy photographs, look no further. Here she sits. … Continue reading "Pirates of the Caribbean Pinball"
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Disney Pic of the Week – Resort Dining

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Whether you are a chocoholic, a pizza aficionado or content with a tender filet minion accompanied by garlic and olive oil sauteed red bliss potatoes, and broccoflower baked with parmesan, you’ll find something to eat at Disney Resorts. At the very least, each resort at Walt Disney World has a food court. Most of the … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Resort Dining"
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Norwegian Fashion

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Looking to shop your way through Walt Disney World? Stop at the Norway pavilion in Epcot, and enter The Puffin’s Roost. Here you’ll find plenty of tempting Norwegian merchandise to take home. There are warm hats for those cold winter nights, viking toys for playing make believe, and snacks to keep you full. Disney Pic … Continue reading "Norwegian Fashion"
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Fish-eye Muppet Fun

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Grab your point and shoot camera manuals and see if your camera can do this, fish-eye effect. Fish what? Fish-eye lenses are especially designed for SLR cameras and some high end point and shoots. Nowadays with computer programs in digital point and shoot cameras, the effect can be replicated. Just keep in mind it’s not … Continue reading "Fish-eye Muppet Fun"
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Newbie and the Geek Take Epcot – The End

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Here they are, the links to each part of the epic trip report including the prequel. If you missed an entry or want to relive my vacation with my friend Yoli, happy reading. Make sure you have sufficient light, we don’t want you to hurt your eyes or worse, miss out on funny commentary. Prequel … Continue reading "Newbie and the Geek Take Epcot – The End"
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Disney Pic of the Week – New Fantasyland

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Gone is Mickey’s summer home and Minnie’s airy Florida retreat. In their place is the newly expanded Fantasyland with not one but two Dumbo the Flying Elephant rides, along with Under the Sea – Voyage of the Little Mermaid, Enchanted Tales with Belle, new shops and restaurants. More attractions will be added and the area … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – New Fantasyland"
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Princess Merida

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Last year we saw the release of Brave , Academy Award winner for Best Animated Feature. Princess Merida, the lead character quickly arrived in Disney theme parks as did merchandise supporting the film. Like aiming at a far off bullseye, I shot this photo of Princess Merida at Magic Kingdom. Pretend I was running as … Continue reading "Princess Merida"
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Newbie and the Geek Take Magic Kingdom, Again

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Welcome to the never-ending trip report. Previous chapters are listed below. Disney’s Animal Kingdom posted Feb. 13th Magic Kingdom posted Feb. 20th Disney’s Hollywood Studios posted Feb. 23rd Downtown Disney and More posted Feb. 27th Epcot posted March 6th Islands of Adventure and Universal Orlando posted March 13th Epcot, Again posted March 20th Disney Resorts … Continue reading "Newbie and the Geek Take Magic Kingdom, Again"
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Newbie and the Geek Take Disney Resorts and Celebration

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Get ready because this was a long day filled with adventure, danger, and wild creatures in the night. Our story begins on a cool January morning at All-Star Movies at Walt Disney World. It was the place we collapsed each night after running amok through the parks. Having only visited the food court, gift shop, … Continue reading "Newbie and the Geek Take Disney Resorts and Celebration"
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