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Journey Into Imagination – Epcot Center – Celebrating 25 Years!

Posted on by Deb Wills
Tuesday’s issue (September 25, 2007) of the AllEars® (weekly newsletter) has a special feature on the original Journey Into Imagination ride (Future World, Epcot) written by Lou Mongello. As I read the draft, I found myself reminiscing about the ride and my first visit to Epcot in the early 1990s. All of a sudden I … Continue reading "Journey Into Imagination – Epcot Center – Celebrating 25 Years!"
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Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #7

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #6: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2007 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50/18-200VR, 1/60s shutter, f4.8 Many people guessed Small World for this challenge. I can see why, but it’s actually from the United Kingdom toy store in Epcot. Congratulations to Stacey Van Dyke for being the first to send in the correct … Continue reading "Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #7"
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EPCOT Turns 25!

Posted on by AllEars
UPDATE: Today, the Orlando Sentinel reports that Epcot is now having some official activities on October 1st. Special items of note include an exhibit on Epcot’s 25 years and a special IllumiNations finale. The 25th anniversary of Epcot Center (October 1st) is almost here. For many months, Disney fans wondered if Walt Disney World would … Continue reading "EPCOT Turns 25!"
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The Mid-Eighties Why I Love The World, Pt 2, The Mid-1980’s: The Affair Becomes a Love Triangle

Posted on by Andrea McKenna
My last story left off in the late 1970s. After my 1975 trip, I wouldn’t be able to get back to the World until 1986. It sat at the back of my mind to make a return trip, but things got in the way, like college, jobs, layoffs, moves, lack of funds and the like. … Continue reading "The Mid-Eighties Why I Love The World, Pt 2, The Mid-1980’s: The Affair Becomes a Love Triangle"
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Japan Pavilion Update

Posted on by AllEars
The full service restaurant within the Japan Pavilion is currently being refurbished and enlarged. Guests with a careful eye can see a small portion of the expansion as the walk along the promenade looking behind the Mitsukoshi Department Store. This aerial view of the Japan Pavilion shows approximately where the expansion is taking place.
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Focus on Disney World – Illuminations

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
Copyright © 2003 Barrie Brewer, Nikon E3100 One of the things Disney does best is put on a spectacular fireworks show. This photo, although not one of my best, has always been one of my favorites. It’s a photo of the Illuminations fireworks show at Epcot, taken from the upstairs deck outside of Teppanyaki restaurant. … Continue reading "Focus on Disney World – Illuminations"
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Fountain View in Epcot

Posted on by AllEars
Anita Answer and I were strolling through Future World at Epcot today when Anita noticed that the Fountain View restaurant is now sponsored by Edy’s Ice Cream. The pastries are gone and the facility now offers approximately 12 flavors of ice cream. We didn’t see any sugar-free ice cream on display, however, we didn’t ask … Continue reading "Fountain View in Epcot"
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Spaceship Earth Wand Removal

Posted on by AllEars
Demolition continues on the Mickey Mouse arm and Epcot sign over Spaceship Earth. Currently, the east entrance walkway next to Spaceship Earth is completely closed off to guests. All traffic entering Epcot is directed to the west pathway, next to the restrooms and the Art of Disney store. Earlier photos of Spaceship Earth Wand Removal: … Continue reading "Spaceship Earth Wand Removal"
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Epcot Updates

Posted on by AllEars
Welcome TrooperBill as our guest blogger. He visited Epcot (8/1/07) and sends these photos and updates: The wand that once adorned Spaceship Earth continues to be dismantled. You can see progress daily. Larger Image Larger Image The House of Tomorrow in Innoventions recently reopened — the entrance way is still the same, with the fingerprint … Continue reading "Epcot Updates"
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