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Hidden Mickeys Research in the Magic Kingdom

Posted on by Steve Barrett
I’m working on the next edition of the Walt Disney World Hidden Mickeys book. It’s a great excuse to visit Disney World, as often as I can! On this particular day, I parked at the main MK parking lot and rode the monorail to the MK entrance. If I have the opportunity while on the … Continue reading "Hidden Mickeys Research in the Magic Kingdom"
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A January Sunday at WDW Downtown Disney and Tony’s Restaurant

Posted on by Steve Barrett
My wife Vickie and I visited Downtown Disney Marketplace one recent winter Sunday. We had lunch at Wolfgang Puck Express. I started with butternut squash soup, which was presented well, with colorful sauces and garnishes, and it was delicious. Vickie enjoyed a turkey sandwich. The day was comfortable and bright, and we weren’t the only … Continue reading "A January Sunday at WDW Downtown Disney and Tony’s Restaurant"
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A Saturday Trip to the World

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
by John Bowers Guest Blogger I wanted to take a spin on Snow White’s Scary Adventures, since it’s going to be closing soon because of the renovation in Fantasyland. So on Saturday, January 22, I went out to see how easy that would be to accomplish. I like to explore different ways of getting around … Continue reading "A Saturday Trip to the World"
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Dumbo’s Perspective of Fantasyland

Posted on by Lisa Berton
Hey you out there! This is Timothy Mouse, Dumbo’s best bud. We know you folks love to take pictures when you visit us so we got some help from a photographer. Lisa tooks some photos while flying high aboard Dumbo so you can see what Dumbo sees everytime he takes flight in Fantasyland. I’ll let … Continue reading "Dumbo’s Perspective of Fantasyland"
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Largest Expansion in Magic Kingdom History Will Nearly Double the Size of Fantasyland

Posted on by AllEars
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – The largest expansion in Magic Kingdom history is underway, a project that will nearly double the size of Fantasyland and deliver a new home for Ariel, new ways to interact with favorite Disney princesses, an exciting new family coaster, a double dose of Dumbo and more. Scheduled to open in … Continue reading "Largest Expansion in Magic Kingdom History Will Nearly Double the Size of Fantasyland"
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Where in the World #160

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #159: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2010 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D300, 18-200mm VR, 1/120s shutter, f/5.3, ISO 2500 When you take a ride down the Rivers of America on the Liberty Belle, you’ll pass this little shack across from Tom Sawyer Island in the Magic Kingdom. Bill Mckim was the first … Continue reading "Where in the World #160"
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Where in the World #159

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #158: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2007 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 18-200mm VR, 1/1250s shutter, f/5.3 This is, of course, Cruella De Vil from 101 Dalmatians. If you guessed it was her, it doesn’t matter where you thought she was, you still got it right. In this picture she happens to … Continue reading "Where in the World #159"
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Where in the World #158

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #157: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2010 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D300, 18-200mm VR, 1/50s shutter, f/8, ISO 400 There were many guesses this week but I was really surprised that no one knew where this is. As you leave Big Thunder Mountain in the Magic Kingdom, you see this trail marker … Continue reading "Where in the World #158"
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A Year of Cast Members

Posted on by Lisa Berton
The glisten in your eyes. The catchy song in your head. The broad smile on your face. The pep in your step. The deliciousness on your palate. All of this and so much more are brought to you by the hard-working men and women onstage and backstage at Disney parks. I’d like to wrap up … Continue reading "A Year of Cast Members"
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