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Harper’s Mill, Old Time Telephone, and Kingdom Tower – Walt Disney World

Posted on by Jack Spence
I recently wrote a blog about the bird’s nest hidden in Harper’s Mill on Tom Sawyer Island in the Magic Kingdom. One of my readers, Chris, wrote to tell me that if you listen carefully, the creaking gears inside the mill play “Down By The Old Mill Stream.” I checked it out today and sure … Continue reading "Harper’s Mill, Old Time Telephone, and Kingdom Tower – Walt Disney World"
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Walt Disney World as a Teen!!! Introduction

Posted on by AllEars
Hey my name is Caitlin Burns! I am a senior at John Glenn high school in lovely Westland Michigan! If you like unpredictable weather and freezing temperatures during spring you should visit sometime lol. I am 17 years old and I have been in love with everything Disney for as long as I can remember. … Continue reading "Walt Disney World as a Teen!!! Introduction"
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Focus on Disney World – May Calendar

Posted on 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. This photo of Buzz Lightyear was taken during the Stars and Motor Cars Parade at … Continue reading "Focus on Disney World – May Calendar"
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Deb’s Upcoming Adventures

Posted on by AllEars
I’ve been contemplating what to blog about next and I just couldn’t focus on a topic. Then it occurred to me the reason I couldn’t settle on a subject, is because I have 4 major adventures coming up within the next several weeks. I’ll be at Walt Disney World for Animal Kingdom’s 10th Anniversary Celebration. … Continue reading "Deb’s Upcoming Adventures"
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No Kidding Around Part 2

Posted on by AllEars
This is a continuation of the discussion regarding the issue of taking children out of school for a Walt Disney World vacation. I’ve asked fellow AllEars Staffer Michelle Scribner-MacLean to join me in discussion. Let’s move on to another angle in the discussion. The Question of Educational Priorities I (it’s Mike again) am the first … Continue reading "No Kidding Around Part 2"
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No Kidding Around: Part I

Posted on by Mike Scopa
When folks plan their WDW vacation and drop me an email I am often asked for advice on one or more aspects of their upcoming tripp. While I usually enjoy offering suggestions, I must admit that sometimes when someone asks for certain advice on an upcoming Walt Disney World trip I get a bit nervous.. … Continue reading "No Kidding Around: Part I"
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Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #36

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #35: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2007 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 18-200VR, 1/320s shutter, f9 The Harambe Reserve at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is home to these reticulated giraffes. You can catch a glimpse of them wandering the savannah when you take a ride on the Kilimanjaro Safari. Did you know that … Continue reading "Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #36"
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Texas Friends at WDW, Wide World of Sports

Posted on by Steve Barrett
I had the good fortune recently to meet up with some old friends from Texas. Vickie and I joined Ed, Karen and their daughters Abigail (Abby) and Caroline for dinner at the California Grill. Ed was in Orlando for a business meeting, and they spent their first few days at Universal Studios. On the evening … Continue reading "Texas Friends at WDW, Wide World of Sports"
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Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #35

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #34: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2007 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 18-200VR, 1/400s shutter, f10 I don’t think I’ll ever get used to guests walking around the parks, gnawing on giant turkey legs! I haven’t tried one myself, but I have friends who consider this a “must do” when they are … Continue reading "Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #35"
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Step Back in Time to 1972 – Back by popular demand

Posted on by Jack Spence
Last time I posted old pictures of WDW I received numerous emails requesting more. So here goes. Once again, all of these pictures were taken in January 1972, just a little more than three months after the “World” opened. These first two pictures are of topiary as seen while driving from the Main Entrance toward … Continue reading "Step Back in Time to 1972 – Back by popular demand"
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