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Pirate Tutorial

February 11, 2008 by Jack Spence

The “Pirate Tutorial” show at the Magic Kingdom has been moved to a new location. Once performed in a make-shift area next to the “Pirates of the Caribbean” attraction, the “Pirate Tutorial” show has now found a permanent, more substantial home. The small stage next to the “El Pirata y el Perico” restaurant that was … Continue reading "Pirate Tutorial"

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Marathoning with Mickey: Looking Back and Looking Ahead

February 10, 2008 by Mike Scopa

Monday! Monday! You would have thought that I would have slept in on Monday but no. I was up early, as in 7:30 A.M., which is pretty early if you fell asleep around 2:30 A.M. I attended to quite a few emails from friends and relatives who had sent emails about the race. It took … Continue reading "Marathoning with Mickey: Looking Back and Looking Ahead"

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Step Back in Time – Magic Kingdom

February 7, 2008 by Jack Spence

I first visited Disney World in January 1972. Over the years, I took a number of pictures while vacationing here. Looking back, I wish I had taken more, but then I have to remind myself, film was expensive and having the photos developed added to the cost. So I cherish the pictures I did take … Continue reading "Step Back in Time – Magic Kingdom"

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Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #26

February 3, 2008 by Barrie Brewer

This was Challenge #25: And here’s the answer: Copyright Â© 2008 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 18-200VR, 1/60s shutter, f5.6 This beautiful horse lives on Cinderella’s Golden Carrousel in the Magic Kingdom. There are 90 horses on this fanciful carrousel and no two are alike. What makes it special is that this is the only one … Continue reading "Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #26"

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Lou Mongello’s Audio Guide to Walt Disney World – A Review

January 29, 2008 by AllEars

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"

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Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #25

January 27, 2008 by Barrie Brewer

This was Challenge #24: And here’s the answer: Copyright Â© 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"

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Main Street’s City Hall Gets a Face Lift!

January 17, 2008 by Jack Spence

In 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!"

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Focus on Disney World – February Calendar

January 15, 2008 by Barrie Brewer

If 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"

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Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #23

January 13, 2008 by Barrie Brewer

This 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"

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Fun with the Felty Family

January 12, 2008 by Steve Barrett

Last 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"

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