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Boardwalk Castles

Posted on by Jack Spence
Anyone who visits a Disney theme park knows that it’s the details that set them apart from all other amusement venues. Well, this attention to detail doesn’t stop at the parks. It extends to their hotels as well. Case in point, the Boardwalk Resort. In the lobby, above the check-in desk are three ornate gold … Continue reading "Boardwalk Castles"
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Animal Kingdom Turns 10 in April! Part 1

Posted on by AllEars
Can you believe it? I can still vividly remember the March day in 1998 that I spent in Animal Kingdom during Cast Previews…. it was amazing! Ever since that first day, I have been in love with the park and try to get there whenever I can. It’s the first time I have been able … Continue reading "Animal Kingdom Turns 10 in April! Part 1"
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Pacific Electric Railway & Disney

Posted on by Jack Spence
Years before Los Angeles was famous for its freeways, it boasted the largest mass transit system in the world, the Pacific Electric Railway. Locals affectionately called the trolleys either the P.E. or the Big Red Car. The system spanned southern California with over 1,100 miles of track that ran between Riverside, San Bernardino, Orange, and … Continue reading "Pacific Electric Railway & Disney"
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Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #24

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #23: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2007 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 18-200VR, 1/125s shutter, f5.6 The Mexico Pavilion in Epcot’s World Showcase is the home of last week’s photo challenge. This is a close-up of a sculpture on the side of the building. Willie Tople was the first with the correct … Continue reading "Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #24"
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Main Street’s City Hall Gets a Face Lift!

Posted on 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

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. 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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Disney Monorail T-shirt

Posted on by Jack Spence
I have received a number of emails telling me that the “Por favor mantengase alejado de las puertas! T-shirt cannot be found anywhere at Disney World, so I decided that I better check this out for myself. I spoke with a cast member at the World of Disney Store at Downtown Disney and was told … Continue reading "Disney Monorail T-shirt"
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Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #23

Posted on 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

Posted on 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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