Lisa Berton

Disney Pic of the Week – Storybook Circus

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The Magic Kingdom is bursting at the seams with expansions to Fantasyland including a section deemed Storybook Circus. Here you’ll find not 1 but 2 Dumbo the Flying Elephant rides with a big top tent filled with activities to keep you busy while you wait to soar. Casey Jr. Splash ‘N’ Soak Station is where … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Storybook Circus"
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Pato Donald, José Carioca y Panchito

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The Three Caballeros are not exclusive to Epcot. Our feathered friends are featured among living dolls and other famous Disney characters in it’s a small world at Disneyland. As your boat glides thru Latin America, you’ll see Donald Duck, José Carioca (from Brasil), and Panchito (from Mexico) ahead of you up high and off to … Continue reading "Pato Donald, José Carioca y Panchito"
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Pluto’s Private Dance Party

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I think I can speak for my California posse when I say, the highlight of a day at Disneyland is playing with the characters. Whether it’s a deep discussion about looking after mischievous Alice with Mad Hatter or high-fiving Pinocchio as he heads backstage, these are moments we treasure. My friend Yoli (who I’ll be … Continue reading "Pluto’s Private Dance Party"
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Brighten up Your Photos with Fill Flash

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A quick story before we get to the photos. I was at Epcot and as I started crossing from Club Cool towards the Mexico pavilion, I thought about the Segway tours they offer. Then a group on a Segway tour went driving by me. Weeiiird. My next instant thought was, wouldn’t it be funny if … Continue reading "Brighten up Your Photos with Fill Flash"
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Newbie and the Geek Take Walt Disney World

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Yoli is going to Walt Disney World for the very first time and she has it made. How? Why? What do you mean? The answer consists of 5 words that when placed in a particular order make a huge difference in one’s total vacation experience, Disney geek personal tour guide. That’s right, I’m going too. … Continue reading "Newbie and the Geek Take Walt Disney World"
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Disney Pic of the Week – China

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Epcot’s China pavilion is rather calming with its tranquil reflecting ponds and authentic gardens. You can watch a Circle Vision 360 film, look at a diminutive replica of tomb warriors from Emperor Qin, and of course, shop and eat. The Street of Good Fortune (thanks, Jack Spence) is vibrant in rich reds, greens, and blues. … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – China"
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A Topiary Salute to Woody

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It’s extraordinary what Disney horticulturists do with plants, flowers, and metal. Every year Epcot boasts an explosion of talent all over the park in the form of character topiaries during the Flower and Garden Festival. While some character topiaries add to the location they’re in, others fit into the lay of the land perfectly. I … Continue reading "A Topiary Salute to Woody"
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Epcot Artists and Artisans

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My favorite Walt Disney World park is Epcot with World Showcase ranking above Future World. I look for something new to experience with each visit. One overall aspect of World Showcase that can easily be missed are the artisans and artists. You are welcome to photograph these fine folks as they work but take into … Continue reading "Epcot Artists and Artisans"
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Rainstorm Dining at Epcot

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Dude! You have no idea how long it took me to find this series of photos. Why? I forgot to name the folder they’re in on my external hard drive. Let that be a lesson to us all. Okay, moving on. A few years back on back-to-back trips to Walt Disney World, I eluded one … Continue reading "Rainstorm Dining at Epcot"
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