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Lou Mongello’s Audio Guide to Walt Disney World: Your Portable Personal Guide to Main Street, USA By Michelle Scribner-MacLean Think about that first time you went to the Magic Kingdom. Remember all of the excitement as you hit Main Street, USA as you entered the Happiest Place on Earth? Perhaps you “rocketed” over to Tomorrowland … Continue reading "Lou Mongello’s Audio Guide to Walt Disney World – A Review"
Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #25
Posted onThis was Challenge #24: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2008 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 18-200VR, 1/60s shutter, f4 On Main Street in the Magic Kingdom is a counter service restaurant called Casey’s Corner. Casey’s the place to go when you have a taste for a good old fashioned hot dog. Decorated with old baseball … Continue reading "Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #25"
Main Street’s City Hall Gets a Face Lift!
Posted onIn order to keep Walt Disney World looking as good as it looks, attractions and buildings must be occasionally closed for refurbishment. In years past, plywood panels would be erected around the building so workmen could clean, repair, and paint the building out of sight of the guests. But a couple of years ago, Disney … Continue reading "Main Street’s City Hall Gets a Face Lift!"
Focus on Disney World – February Calendar
Posted onIf you read my December 25, 2007 blog, you know that my holiday gift to you is that each month I will post a photo calendar page that you can print out and use at home or work during 2008. Here is February’s calendar page for downloading. This photo of Snow White from the parade … Continue reading "Focus on Disney World – February Calendar"
Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #23
Posted onThis was Challenge #22: And here is the answer: The Beauty and the Beast float at the Magic Kingdom is where you’ll find this cute little bird. There is always a lot of wonderful detail in the parade floats – something to keep in mind for future challenges! This week’s winner, Christina Daughtridge, is very … Continue reading "Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #23"
Fun with the Felty Family
Posted onLast summer, at Fred Block’s Magic Meets in Pennsylvania, the Felty family won an auction item in Lou Mongello’s Dream Team Auction. The auction item was: time with me! Of course, I was honored. A few weeks ago, I met up with the Felty clan at Walt Disney World for an afternoon Hidden Mickey tour. … Continue reading "Fun with the Felty Family"
Photographic Innoventions: Photo Gems
Posted onParasols in Liberty Square.Nikon D70/80-200D, 1/200s, f/5.6, 200 ISO, +0.3 EV, 135mm Focal Length When I can, I like to find Photographic Gems at Walt Disney World. Gems can be found literally around each and every corner. Remember to look not at just the overall scene but at parts of them. This is how I … Continue reading "Photographic Innoventions: Photo Gems"
MouseFest Sunday, December 9, 2007 Part 1
Posted onIt’s our last full day at MouseFest!!! I can’t believe just one week ago we arrived at the Disney Wonder and began this incredible adventure. It’s been an amazing time. Sunday morning began with the 2nd annual Tonga Toast Breakfast at the Kona Cafe in the Polynesian. Hosted by MouseFanTravel with special guests, Mike Scopa, … Continue reading "MouseFest Sunday, December 9, 2007 Part 1"
MouseFest Thursday December 6, 2007 Part 1
Posted onToday is MouseFest transition day. We had breakfast onboard the Disney Wonder and then headed to Walt Disney World to begin the land portion of MouseFest. There are over 80 MouseFest land events this year which is a mixed blessing. It’s exciting that so many folks are participating however it makes it impossible to attend … Continue reading "MouseFest Thursday December 6, 2007 Part 1"
Crystal Arts – Main Street Magic Kingdom
Posted onEarlier this year (or maybe even last year), the Bakery on Main Street needed to expand its seating area. To do this, Disney displaced the Arribas Brothers glass shop that shared this area. Shortly after the expansion was complete, the Market House next door was closed and remodeled. It reopened several months later and was … Continue reading "Crystal Arts – Main Street Magic Kingdom"