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Disney Pic of the Week: Cast Costumes Magic Kingdom

Posted on by AllEars
So this week we are all about Cast Costumes in the Magic Kingdom. I know I have lots of these, but can I find any? No, well, none that I like. However, I’m going to fudge a bit this week. I was looking around the D23.com website and found this cool photo from Tomorrowland (at … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Cast Costumes Magic Kingdom"
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Exclusive Sneak Peek at Tomorrowland Movie at Disney Parks

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Guests at Epcot in Walt Disney World can get a sneak peek of "Tomorrowland" starring George Clooney and directed by Brad Bird. This is the story of a jaded scientist and an optimistic teen who embark on a danger-filled mission to unearth the secrets of an enigmatic place somewhere in time and space. "Tomorrowland" will be presented with special in-theater effects at the Imagination Pavilion theater at Epcot through May 22.
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Disney Pic of the Week – Jungle Cruise

Posted on by Lisa Berton
I love the Jungle Cruise at Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney World and I looooove the Jungle Cruise at Disneyland. Why the difference in my level of affection? In my personal and vast experience, west coast skippers are funnier for the entire ride whereas east coast skippers either excel or fail inside the cave. And no, … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Jungle Cruise"
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Zoom In Or Zoom Out

Posted on by Lisa Berton
When point and shoot cameras went from fixed lenses to zoom lenses, photography for the average family went to a whole new level. Moms quickly learned to narrow in on their kids’ beautiful green eyes and dads got better images of their soccer stars kicking the winning goal. It’s a basic function of modern-day digital … Continue reading "Zoom In Or Zoom Out"
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Jim’s Attic: The Story of Beacon Joe

Posted on by AllEars
The Story of Beacon Joe By Jim Korkis Which original Disney character appears in three different attractions at Walt Disney World and was originally created for Disneyland? I always hated it when teachers asked questions like that and they already knew the answer” and I was a public school teacher for several years after I … Continue reading "Jim’s Attic: The Story of Beacon Joe"
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Mickey Mouse Ice Cream Sandwich

Posted on by Lisa Berton
Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney World, January 2013. A young-ish woman visits Walt Disney World for the first time. Although plentiful in Disneyland where she spends not enough time, she decides to consume a Mickey Mouse Ice Cream Sandwich in Florida. A closer look shows how the treat was carefully unwrapped and how happy Mickey was … Continue reading "Mickey Mouse Ice Cream Sandwich"
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Disney Pic of the Week – Trams

Posted on by Lisa Berton
Beep. Beep. Driver, you are clear. Every Disney Parks regular knows the drill and most of us probably answer to honking cars at home with the scripted response. Let’s face it, we’re special and we love trams. Trams take our aching bodies and blistered feet back to the vast white line-painted endless cement lot where … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Trams"
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Shootin’ Galleries

Posted on by Jack Spence
Shooting galleries have been a part of county fairs, carnivals, boardwalks, and amusement parks for more than 200 years, and Disney Parks are no exception to this tradition. Here's a look at the history of such shooting galleries around the Disney Parks.
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Restroom Evolution

Posted on by Jack Spence
We all know that much of Disneyland’s success was due to its innovative theming and storytelling. No other amusement park before Disneyland featured the attention to detail that this new Anaheim park offered. But that was only part of the formula to success. Cleanliness was another major component to the “Disney Difference.” Walt wanted his … Continue reading "Restroom Evolution"
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Disney Pic of the Week – Adventureland

Posted on by Lisa Berton
Looking for adventure? Head to Adventureland where skippers with congo boats await to take you for a trip. How about sailing in the company of pirates? Sitting still is good, too. Join the singing birds and flowers in The Enchanted Tiki Room. Wherever your explorations leads, it’s sure to be memorable. Tikis are in bloom … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Adventureland"
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