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Disney Withdrawal vs. Disney Saturation

Posted on by Mike Scopa
The other day I was asked what I do to combat withdrawal I suffer when returning from a trip to Walt Disney World. That question raised another question in my mind and that was when does Disney saturation come into play to prevent Disney withdrawal? It gets dangerous when I start thinking this way but … Continue reading "Disney Withdrawal vs. Disney Saturation"
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A Different Disney Experience

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
Alex Koma, son of AllEars Senior Editor Deb Koma, and an occasional contributor to the newsletter himself, recently attended ESPN The Weekend at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. He shares his unique experience: As a huge sports fan, Disney World’s annual event ESPN The Weekend has always seemed like the ultimate dream. Disney World is my favorite … Continue reading "A Different Disney Experience"
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The Old Mill

Posted on by Jack Spence
In 1937, Walt Disney produced “The Old Mill,” one of the Silly Symphonies. This was the first film to use the multiplane camera, a device that added depth of field to animation. This film also depicted realistic animal behavior, wind and rain effects, and new lighting techniques. So innovative was this film that it won … Continue reading "The Old Mill"
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Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #30

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #29: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2007 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 18-200VR, 1/8s shutter, f4.8 This was a tough one! By far, the most popular guess was Pirates of the Caribbean. However, the correct answer is that it can be found in the United Kingdom pavilion at Epcot. This little piggy … Continue reading "Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #30"
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Spaceship Earth

Posted on by Jack Spence
A new element has been added to the post-show of the Spaceship Earth redesign. As you might know from reading other blogs, your picture is taken soon after you board the attraction. In addition, you are also asked to designate where you live by pointing to a map on the touch-sensitive screen in your ride … Continue reading "Spaceship Earth"
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The World InThe Late 80’s: A Visit to Disney-MGM Studios

Posted on by Andrea McKenna
With Disney-MGM Studios’ renaming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios recently, what better time to talk about my very first trip to that park? Turn the clock back. It’s 1989. Mr. Answer and I had not gone back to the World since our 1986 honeymoon, and we were ready to go again. Not having to follow school … Continue reading "The World InThe Late 80’s: A Visit to Disney-MGM Studios"
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The 2008 Walt Disney World Races

Posted on by Mike Scopa
It seems that Walt Disney World has very much adopted the idea of hosting races year round. Unfortunately not everyone lives is Central Florida and can make every one so we have to make choices. Of course we need information to make these choices and my purpose today is to provide you with some information … Continue reading "The 2008 Walt Disney World Races"
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Focus on Disney World – March 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 March’s calendar page for downloading. This photo is of the Main Street Philharmonic, … Continue reading "Focus on Disney World – March Calendar"
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