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SOMETHING’S FISHY ON APRIL FOOLS’ DAY!

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
Comedian Brad Garrett (“Everybody Loves Raymond,” “‘Til Death”) does his best blowfish impression April 1, 2009, alongside two characters from the “Finding Nemo – The Musical” show at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The show is based on the animated Disney-Pixar film “Finding Nemo.” Among the show’s featured characters are “Bloat,” a … Continue reading "SOMETHING’S FISHY ON APRIL FOOLS’ DAY!"
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Animal Kingdom – Pwani View Guest House

Posted on by Jack Spence
This next detail isn’t earth-shattering or awe-inspiring. It’s just an example of how many details abound at Walt Disney World if you take the time to look for them. Located on the backside of Tusker House (near the new entrance), you can see the “Pwani View Guest House.” There are tables in this area and … Continue reading "Animal Kingdom – Pwani View Guest House"
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All Ears Meet and Greet March 15, 2009

Posted on by AllEars
The weather was beautiful and we had a great turn out at the Meet and Greet at Animal Kingdom. Matt Hochberg from WDWToday Podcast: On the left, Jack Spence, AllEars Feature Writer and Blogger: Special Offer – the first 5 folks to show up wearing an AllEars, Hat, Button or lanyard received a special gift! … Continue reading "All Ears Meet and Greet March 15, 2009"
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Disney Pic of the Week: Audio-Animatronics

Posted on by Lisa Berton
Audio-animatronics are a substantial part of Disney parks as they are attractions. What would it’s a small world or The Enchanted Tiki Room be without them? Nothing. And as the years go on they become more and more impressive. I only wish I saw Beaker and Dr. Bunsen Honeydew peddling their way around CA Adventure … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Audio-Animatronics"
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Disney’s Animal Kingdom Welcomes Birth of Colobus Monkey

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., March 5, 2009 — Walt Disney World Resort recently welcomed a black and white colobus monkey – the first of its species born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The infant arrived February 17 after a six-month gestation and may be seen along the Pangani Forest Exploration Trail with a group of five … Continue reading "Disney’s Animal Kingdom Welcomes Birth of Colobus Monkey"
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Everest Temple

Posted on by Jack Spence
This is a blog that almost didn’t happen. I made an assumption (I know, a dumb thing to do), that what was obvious to me was obvious to everyone else. But when I would mention this upcoming fact to others, they had no idea what I was talking about. So I finally realized that I … Continue reading "Everest Temple"
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Walt Disney World This and That

Posted on by AllEars
I recently returned from a wonderful vacation that included 3 nights at Old Key West in Walt Disney World. Here are some random thoughts and observations: Old Key West: I really do love this resort. The villas are very spacious and 4 of us had more than ample room in the 2 bedroom. We dined … Continue reading "Walt Disney World This and That"
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Characters in Flight & Trilo-bites

Posted on by Jack Spence
Last week in one of my blogs about Disneyland Paris, I discussed PanoraMagique. This is the helium filled balloon that takes guests aloft over the resort. I mentioned that this attraction was supposed to come to Downtown Disney here in Orlando, but I didn’t know the status. My friend Mike wrote to tell me that … Continue reading "Characters in Flight & Trilo-bites"
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Where in the World #70

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #69: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2007 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 55-200mm, 1/320s shutter, f4.8 Although it looks similar, this is not one of the Tree of Life carvings, which is what most people guessed. This is one of the beautiful carved wooden totem poles that can be found on Discovery … Continue reading "Where in the World #70"
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Disney Cruisin’ – Day 1 and 2

Posted on by Laura Gilbreath
We’re not actually cruising yet, but we are at least in Florida, so we are that much closer! We left San Diego this morning at the very civilized hour of 9:30. We usually have crack of dawn flights which require us to get up at 4 a.m. – instead we got up at our usual … Continue reading "Disney Cruisin’ – Day 1 and 2"
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