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Intestinally Challenged Part II: Tea, Nuggets, and Dried Fish

June 21, 2008 by Mike Scopa

Intestinally Challenged Part II: Tea, Nuggets, and Dried Fish When we last left I was retelling the Sip and Snack Around the world challenge that was taken on by Annette Owens, Len Testa, Mike Newell, and myself. We had just finished Germany and were now on our way to China. China: Joy of Tea Stand … Continue reading "Intestinally Challenged Part II: Tea, Nuggets, and Dried Fish"

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Intestinally Challenged: Part I

June 13, 2008 by Mike Scopa

It was a spur of the moment idea”¦an idea that probably has been in the back of a lot of WDW guest minds but unfortunately never surfaced to the point where they can try it. What am I talking about? Well on my recent trip to Walt Disney World while walking around World Showcase with … Continue reading "Intestinally Challenged: Part I"

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Part II: How We Did Four Parks in One Day

May 25, 2008 by Mike Scopa

This is the second of two parts in which I describe how a number of friends and I did the four Walt Disney World theme parks in one day. Park #3: Epcot Everyone knew this park would be a challenge. It was early afternoon and we figured the crowds were peaking. We arrived at 2:00 … Continue reading "Part II: How We Did Four Parks in One Day"

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Part I: How We Did Four Disney Parks in One Day

May 23, 2008 by Mike Scopa

I think it was just over a month ago that the idea of doing four parks in one day came up. It started out as an episode on the WDWTODAY podcast with me, Matt Hochberg, Len Testa, and Mike Newell tossing around ideas as to how we envisioned doing that kind of a challenge. Then … Continue reading "Part I: How We Did Four Disney Parks in One Day"

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Surprise! I Went to the Toy Story Mania Preview!

May 13, 2008 by Mike Scopa

Do me a favor. Don’t tell anyone what I’m about to tell you. Just keep it between you and me okay? Promise? Okay”¦(Mike looks over both shoulders.) I’m in Walt Disney World. Yep. I flew in on Thursday afternoon. I decided to surprise my partners in crime on the WDWTODAY podcast. They decided to come … Continue reading "Surprise! I Went to the Toy Story Mania Preview!"

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Four Parks in One Day

May 9, 2008 by Mike Scopa

Alright! You’ve been given some time to think it over. Just how would you be able to navigate through the four Walt Disney World theme parks under the parameters set by yours truly? It takes some thought; some planning; and probably a little luck. I’ve put some thought into this and I’m ready to share … Continue reading "Four Parks in One Day"

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Not for the Faint of Heart

April 21, 2008 by Mike Scopa

Please”¦please don’t even think about denying that you have never thought about what I’m about to propose. I won’t believe you. You know you’ve thought of it. You know you’ve dreamed about it. You know you would love to try it”¦.it’s out there just screaming at you”¦can you hear the words? “Try me”¦c’mon”¦try me.” What … Continue reading "Not for the Faint of Heart"

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No Kidding Around Part 2

April 14, 2008 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

April 13, 2008 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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Block Party Bash – Parade Moving 101

March 31, 2008 by Mike Scopa

I recently had an opportunity to talk with Thomas Tryon who serves as a Show Producer for Special Events and Projects at Walt Disney World. Tryon was given the task of bringing the Block Party Bash Parade from Disneyland’s California Adventure Theme Park to Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios Theme Park. The parade debuted in … Continue reading "Block Party Bash – Parade Moving 101"

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