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The $1,696 Mailbag – Part 1

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I’ve received many responses from that $1,696 commercial blog I had written a few weeks back. Thanks to everyone who took the time to write and I apologize if I have not gotten back to all of you. I thought I would put together a mailbag blog filled with some of the notes I’ve received. … Continue reading "The $1,696 Mailbag – Part 1"
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What Walt Disney World Means by “Magic Your Way”

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What Disney Means by “Magic Your Way” Have you seen the recent television commercial aimed at families thinking about going to Walt Disney World? You know, the mom is at her computer and calls to her husband with, “Honey? Look at this!” Dad comes over and looks at the screen and asks, “For all of … Continue reading "What Walt Disney World Means by “Magic Your Way”"
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Tusker House: Thumbs Up

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Just thought I’d let everyone know that tusker House is AWESOME. This eatery recently switched from a quick-service location to a sit-down restaurant and offers a buffet for guests. In its quick-service days Tusker House was very good and now it’s even better. If you love the food at Boma’s at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge … Continue reading "Tusker House: Thumbs Up"
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Fess Up: Is This a Fantasy of Yours?

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It was another rainy day in Walt Disney World”¦my wife’s birthday. However we would not let the weather “dampen” our spirits. On this day shopping was the priority and we shopped at several places, including Downtown Disney. While in the World of Disney store a promotion caught my eye. That made me think about a … Continue reading "Fess Up: Is This a Fantasy of Yours?"
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Orlando Observations – Walt Disney World Style

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Well I’m back in Orlando for 10 days of willfull suspension of disbelief and along the way we all know that I’ll be sharing some observations with all of you and hopefully also provide some insight and some tips to help you on your next visit to Walt Disney World. And of course it would … Continue reading "Orlando Observations – Walt Disney World Style"
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I Have a Meeting on March 2, 2009

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This is short and sweet…I know”¦I know….so much unlike my usual blog. So I’m here at Walt Disney World”¦it’s 12:47 A.M. and I have news. I made a pact with myself long ago that holds that I would not share any news with you unless it meets certain criteria. One piece is to make sure … Continue reading "I Have a Meeting on March 2, 2009"
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Candlelight Processional: Yes or No?

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In late June, Walt Disney World started accepting reservations for the Candlelight Processional Dinner Packages. I’ve been receiving some email from several folks (hi Sue Coppola) regarding this Dinner package and how I feel about it. So let me chat about this for a while. First, for those who don’t know, the Candlelight Processional is … Continue reading "Candlelight Processional: Yes or No?"
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WDW Ticket Price Hike: Changing the Guest Dynamic

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WDW Ticket Price Hike: Changing the Guest Dynamic The question was “Should we continue with our annual price increase or delay it?” It probably took about 1 nanosecond to decide. I guess I don’t have to tell you what that decision was”¦you’ve seen the reports; read the internet; heard the podcasts”¦yes it will cost more … Continue reading "WDW Ticket Price Hike: Changing the Guest Dynamic"
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Mailbag: No Kidding Around!

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Mailbag: No Kidding Around! This is a special mailbag edition of “The View from Scopa Towers” in which Michelle Scribner-MacLean I answer some of the many emails we received regarding our “No Kidding Around” blogs. To refresh your memory, here are the links to Part 1 and Part 2. Following each letter you’ll first find … Continue reading "Mailbag: No Kidding Around!"
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MagicTunes at MagicMeets

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MagicTunes at MagicMeets Are you one of the lucky ones who was able to scoff up one of those rare MagicMeets tickets? If so then you are probably a bit excited this week because MagicMeets is practically here. By the time you get to read this I am probably already in Harrisburg (or almost there) … Continue reading "MagicTunes at MagicMeets"
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