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Artist of the Day – Contemporary Resort

Posted on by AllEars
While exploring the Contemporary recently, I found a little area entitled Artist of the Day. It is located on the 4th floor near the entrance to Tempo Grab and Go. The sign reads: “Artist of the Day” If you would like to participate, please choose a coloring page located below, and be sure to get … Continue reading "Artist of the Day – Contemporary Resort"
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Where in the World #57

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #56: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2008 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 18-200VR, 1/500s shutter, f1.6, ISO 1250 This one turned out to be trickier than I thought. So many people guessed It’s a Small World or the Enchanted Tiki Room, Under New Management in the Magic Kingdom. I took this photo … Continue reading "Where in the World #57"
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Disney’s Baby Care Centers or Expedition Never-Rest

Posted on by AllEars
It is twelve-thirty p.m. on a Sunday in the Animal Kingdom and the air is filled with shrieks that can be heard from almost every corner of the park. As soon as you enter Asia and Dinoland USA and Discovery Island, you can hear them. The echo of cries make DAK goers look up and … Continue reading "Disney’s Baby Care Centers or Expedition Never-Rest"
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Main Street Train Station Bulletin Board

Posted on by Jack Spence
There is an “Arrival and Departure” bulletin board on the ground floor of the Main Street Train Station. The locations depicted are not just random names, but have meaning. Here they are: Grizzle Bear Flats: The Grizzly Flats Railroad was the name of Ward Kimball’s backyard railroad. Kimball Canyon: Animator Ward Kimball was one of … Continue reading "Main Street Train Station Bulletin Board"
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Pleasure Island’s Kiss Goodbye: Act One

Posted on by Lisa Berton
I remember reading all about Pleasure Island when I was planning a trip with friends in 1995. It all sounded so exciting with its various themed clubs but we never made it there and I was sorely disappointed. During various trips that came later, mostly alone, I made an effort to explore Pleasure Island but … Continue reading "Pleasure Island’s Kiss Goodbye: Act One"
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Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Contest Announcement

Posted on by AllEars
WALT DISNEY WORLD SWAN AND DOLPHIN RESORT TO “ELECT” A CANDIDATE FOR A “PRESIDENTIAL” VACATION History will be made on Nov. 5 when for the first time, a contest winner will be awarded a stay in the resort’s luxurious presidential suite. LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – As the nation prepares for this historic election, the … Continue reading "Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Contest Announcement"
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Two-Time U.S. Open Champion Lee Janzen and Comeback Player Scott McCarron to Compete in 2008 Children’s Miracle Network Classic at Disney

Posted on by AllEars
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — Two-time U.S. Open champion Lee Janzen and PGA TOUR Comeback Player of the Year award contender Scott McCarron have accepted sponsor’s exemptions to play in the 2008 Children’s Miracle Network Classic presented by Wal-Mart Nov. 6-9 at Walt Disney World Resort. “We are pleased to have Lee and Scott join … Continue reading "Two-Time U.S. Open Champion Lee Janzen and Comeback Player Scott McCarron to Compete in 2008 Children’s Miracle Network Classic at Disney"
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Disney Pic of the Week – Fireworks

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
The theme for this week’s Pic of the Week is Fireworks! The fireworks shows in Disney parks are truly spectacular events. This week, Lisa, Scott and I will be sharing some of our favorite photos from the breathtaking fireworks displays that Disney produces. Copyright © 2008 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 18-200VR, 2.4s shutter, f11 This … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Fireworks"
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West African Crowned Crane at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Posted on by AllEars
Whenever I am wandering around Animal Kingdom, I always try to look for new species or better yet, little babies. I’ve been pretty fortunate over the years to see a number of the park’s offspring. I’ve seen baby elephants, giraffes, spoonbills, gibbons and this time a baby West African Crowned Crane. It took asking several … Continue reading "West African Crowned Crane at Disney’s Animal Kingdom"
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