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International Gateway, Showcase Plaza, & Millennium Village – Part Two

April 24, 2012 by Jack Spence

Yesterday I discussed Epcot’s International Gateway. Today I’ll cover Showcase Plaza and Millennium Village. Showcace Plaza Showcase Plaza is located at the entrance of World Showcase. This is the area surrounding the two Tower Shops. Early plans for Epcot called for a modern structure to be located here that would house the American Adventure. However, … Continue reading "International Gateway, Showcase Plaza, & Millennium Village – Part Two"

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International Gateway, Showcase Plaza, & Millennium Village – Part One

April 23, 2012 by Jack Spence

I’m going to start this two-part blog with Epcot’s International Gateway. Most people give little thought to this spot along the World Showcase promenade. In fact, International Gateway is not technically part of the promenade. It lies on a small spur off of the main walkway between the France and United Kingdom Pavilions. And unless … Continue reading "International Gateway, Showcase Plaza, & Millennium Village – Part One"

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The Outpost in Epcot’s World Showcase

April 16, 2012 by Jack Spence

Today’s article will focus on the “almost” pavilion of World Showcase – that “bump in the road” along the promenade – the “what’s this here for?” collection of huts. I’m talking about the Outpost located between China and Germany. As we know, Disney had grandiose dreams of filling World Showcase with a multitude of nations. … Continue reading "The Outpost in Epcot’s World Showcase"

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Chimpanzee – Disneynature – World Premiere

April 15, 2012 by AllEars

Background On December 21, 1948, Walt Disney released his first True Life Adventure, “Seal Island.” For the next twelve years, the Disney Company continued with a series of documentaries that educated and entertained at the same time. Two-reel shorts like “Beaver Valley,” “The Olympic Elk,” and “Bear Country” inspired an early Disneyland attraction, Nature’s Wonderland. … Continue reading "Chimpanzee – Disneynature – World Premiere"

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Carousel or Carrousel Disney Style

April 9, 2012 by Jack Spence

When I think of Disneyland or the Magic Kingdom, rides like the Matterhorn, “it’s a small world”, Splash Mountain, and Pirates of the Caribbean come to mind. These are classic attractions that are emblazoned in my memory. But I have to be honest, the carousels don’t instantly pop into my head. In fact, if someone … Continue reading "Carousel or Carrousel Disney Style"

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Canada Pavilion – Part Two

April 3, 2012 by Jack Spence

Thanks for checking back for Part Two of my Canada Pavilion article. I will continue with the discussion about HÃ´tel du Canada, the icon of this World Showcase country. In 1987, La Boutique des Provinces opened within the HÃ´tel du Canada. This store carried a more upscale line of merchandise than Northwest Mercantile or the … Continue reading "Canada Pavilion – Part Two"

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Canada Pavilion – Part One

April 2, 2012 by Jack Spence

There is a reason the Canada and Mexico Pavilions are located where they are along the World Showcase Lagoon. These two countries border the United States to the north and south and were thus given places of prominence along the promenade. Whether you tour World Showcase clockwise or counterclockwise, you’ll come to one of our … Continue reading "Canada Pavilion – Part One"

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Storybook Circus — A Few More Details

April 1, 2012 by Jack Spence

Okay. Before you get all excited”¦ Nothing of any significance has been added to Storybook Circus since my last visit. However, I did check this area out today (March 31, 2012) just to see what was happening”¦ And I did find a few new details. If you walk to the exit area of the Walt … Continue reading "Storybook Circus — A Few More Details"

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Slow Down and Smell the Roses

March 26, 2012 by Jack Spence

Where in the Magic Kingdom can you find a reference to former First Lady Barbara Bush? If you answered “Hall of Presidents,” you’d be wrong. However, the title of this blog should have been a clue. You see, a rose has been named for Barbara Bush and it can be found in the Plaza Rose … Continue reading "Slow Down and Smell the Roses"

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Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground – Part Two

March 20, 2012 by Jack Spence

Yesterday I discussed the various campsites and cabins at Fort Wilderness and the transportation options. Today I’m going to talk about the many opportunities for adventure found at the campground. Most people who visit Walt Disney World focus their attention on visiting the theme parks. But when you stay at Fort Wilderness, you have a … Continue reading "Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground – Part Two"

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