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Kids can learn about physics behind roller coasters this week at Epcot

Posted on by AllEars
To celebrate National Engineers Week, one of the sponsors at Epcot is offering short and entertaining demonstrations that teach kids the physics behind roller coasters. Though National Engineers Week has a focus of calling attention to the importance of math, science and technical skills, the goal of these sessions is to show that math and science can be a lot of fun. This week, the company is taking a more basic approach to illustrating physics for Epcot's guests. In Raytheon's 15-minute Coaster Crafters sessions, teams of children use plastic hoses and marbles to learn some of the principles behind designing such a thrill ride.
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Disney Pic of the Week – Fantasmic!

Posted on by Lisa Berton
Fantasmic! is a nighttime spectacular show at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and at Disneyland. The shows have the same title but have many differences. At Disneyland, Guests spread blankets out on the concrete ground of Frontierland facing Rivers of America. The show takes place on the water and a stage on Pirate’s Lair on Tom Sawyer’s … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Fantasmic!"
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How do zookeepers at Disney’s Animal Kingdom keep animals warm during a Florida cold snap?

Posted on by AllEars
When Orlando residents get an icy blast of winter weather as we did this past weekend, we often are caught unaware and must be reminded of some of the precautions we need to take to protect against the cold. Among the reminders we always hear is one to bring household pets indoors. That made me … Continue reading "How do zookeepers at Disney’s Animal Kingdom keep animals warm during a Florida cold snap?"
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Nicholas — The King of Expedition Everest

Posted on by Gary Cruise
Have you ever received an e-mail that just warmed your heart? Have you ever read an e-mail and thought, “That’s what I mean! That’s what Disney Magic is all about.” I got one of those e-mails just a few weeks ago. It came from my friend John Ames who is a Travel Agent/Vacation Planner with … Continue reading "Nicholas — The King of Expedition Everest"
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Where in the World #268

Posted on by Erin Blackwell
To all who come to this photo trivia game, Welcome! Along the way, the photos can make us relive memories and see details Walt’s Imagineers put into everything we love in Walt Disney World! Happy Valentine’s Day! And thank you to Jeremy Mccaffrey, Danielle Ciotti Harsley, & Rob And April Vanderpool for your great notes … Continue reading "Where in the World #268"
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Hard-to-Find Hidden Mickeys at the Magic Kingdom

Posted on by Steve Barrett
Some Hidden Mickeys are hard to spot. Many of these images are discovered by folks when an attraction ride stops for some reason. If you find yourself in such a situation, it sometimes pays to study your surroundings. You may spot an obscure Hidden Mickey! I include some examples below. It took me a long … Continue reading "Hard-to-Find Hidden Mickeys at the Magic Kingdom"
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Land of OZ Garden Opens in Epcot

Posted on by AllEars
Among the new features for this year's Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival is the Land of Oz Garden. The new play area/garden is based on the Disney film, "Oz The Great and Powerful," which stars James Franco, Mila Kunis, Rachel Weisz, Michelle Williams and Zach Braff, and opens in theaters March 8. based on the new Disney film.
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Bring Back Figment and Dreamfinder

Posted on by Lisa Berton
Dear Walt Disney World Decision Makers. Figment is a lonely purple dragon who used to have a friend named Dreamfinder. I’m sure you remember Dreamfinder well. Together, they entertained us with a Journey Into Imagination and really got us all thinking. Then Kodak came along and sponsored the attraction, the reason why Figment wears a … Continue reading "Bring Back Figment and Dreamfinder"
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Newbie and the Geek Take Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Posted on by Lisa Berton
We did it! After many, many years of prodding my friend Yoli to join me at Walt Disney World, we have finally taken our vacation and what an epic vacation it was. We spent the first night by the airport at a Travelodge Inn (not recommended) and the following 10 nights at All-Star Movies (highly … Continue reading "Newbie and the Geek Take Disney’s Animal Kingdom"
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