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Hotels that Never Were at Walt Disney World

July 17, 2009 by Jack Spence

In early 1971, I purchased the above booklet – a “Preview Edition” of Walt Disney World. Within its 21 pages were dozens of artist’s renderings of this fantastic resort that was under construction in Florida. I took it home and read it cover to cover, twice. The booklet briefly described each of the lands within … Continue reading "Hotels that Never Were at Walt Disney World"

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Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

July 15, 2009 by Jack Spence

Hang on to them hats and glasses cuz this here’s the wildest ride in the wilderness. In reality, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad isn’t the most thrilling coaster in the world. In fact, it only reaches a top speed of somewhere between 24-30 miles per hour. By today’s standards, that’s pretty tame. Yet this ride is … Continue reading "Big Thunder Mountain Railroad"

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Liberty Square Odds & Ends

July 10, 2009 by Jack Spence

Since I recently wrote a feature article and a blog about the Hall of Presidents, I thought I’d write a companion piece about a few of the other, less noticed sights in the area. Let’s start with the porch to the right of the Hall of Presidents. Here you’ll find two rocking chairs. The setting, … Continue reading "Liberty Square Odds & Ends"

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Swiss Family Treehouse

July 8, 2009 by Jack Spence

I know what you’re thinking. Could I have picked a more boring attraction to write about? Probably not. The Swiss Family Treehouse is possibly the least sophisticated attraction in the Magic Kingdom and often skipped by guests who consider it a waste of time and energy. I’m hoping that reading this blog will convince you … Continue reading "Swiss Family Treehouse"

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McDonald’s

July 3, 2009 by Jack Spence

This blog is primarily for those of you who stay at the All Star Resorts. The McDonald’s located on Buena Vista Drive was built specifically to cater to these three hotels. As you might recall, this McDonald’s once had enormous caricatures of a hamburger, fries, and a shake on its roof. For whatever reason, the … Continue reading "McDonald’s"

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Pirates League

June 30, 2009 by Jack Spence

Avast ye mateys, Captain Jack Sparrow is on the lookout for additional crew members! It seems that while some of Captain Jack’s men were on a plundering raid, they came across the warehouse of the East India Trading Company. Deciding that this would be easy pickin’s, they aimed their canon at the door. Unfortunately, they … Continue reading "Pirates League"

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Hall of Presidents Reopens

June 28, 2009 by Jack Spence

I was invited to a special preview of the new Hall of Presidents show today (June 28, 2009). The actual grand opening is July 4th. Here’s what I experienced. The first thing you’ll notice is that the name of the attraction now has a subtitle -“The Hall of Presidents – A Celebration of Liberty’s Leaders.” … Continue reading "Hall of Presidents Reopens"

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Lakeridge Winery

June 25, 2009 by Jack Spence

Last year I wrote a blog about the Morse Museum which features one of the largest collections of Tiffany glass in the country. Today I’m going to write about another local, non-Disney attraction. As before, I’m aiming this information to those of you who have visited Disney so often that you mouth the words along … Continue reading "Lakeridge Winery"

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Boulangerie Patisserie

June 19, 2009 by Jack Spence

One of my favorite spots at Epcot, and probably a favorite of many of you, is the Boulangerie Patisserie located in the France Pavilion. What better place is there to indulge in such decadence? Artistic delights to tantalize the taste buds. Located toward the back of the France Pavilion, this is the spot to satisfy … Continue reading "Boulangerie Patisserie"

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Min & Bill’s Dockside Diner — Disney’s Hollywood Studios

June 13, 2009 by Jack Spence

“Min and Bill” was an MGM movie released in 1930. It starred Marie Dressler and Wallace Beery and tells the story of a dockside innkeeper (Min) who, while raising her adopted daughter, has an ongoing love/hate relationship with a boozy fisherman (Bill) who lives at the inn. Dressler won the Academy Award for her portrayal … Continue reading "Min & Bill’s Dockside Diner — Disney’s Hollywood Studios"

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