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Contemporary Resort Update — The Wave & Construction

May 3, 2008 by Jack Spence

I decided today to eat at the Concourse Steakhouse one last time before it closes at the end of the month. When I was handed the menu the waitress told me that for the last several weeks, and for the few remaining, the chef is testing various new appetizers, entrees, and desserts that will be … Continue reading "Contemporary Resort Update — The Wave & Construction"

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Favorite Restaurants at Walt Disney World

April 24, 2008 by Jack Spence

A reader asked me for a list of my ten favorite Disney World restaurants. He also asked me for a list of my LEAST favorite Disney World restaurants. I’ve decided to answer half of his question, sort of, by telling you my favorite counter service and full service restaurant for each park, Downtown Disney, and … Continue reading "Favorite Restaurants at Walt Disney World"

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Harper’s Mill, Old Time Telephone, and Kingdom Tower – Walt Disney World

April 17, 2008 by Jack Spence

I recently wrote a blog about the bird’s nest hidden in Harper’s Mill on Tom Sawyer Island in the Magic Kingdom. One of my readers, Chris, wrote to tell me that if you listen carefully, the creaking gears inside the mill play “Down By The Old Mill Stream.” I checked it out today and sure … Continue reading "Harper’s Mill, Old Time Telephone, and Kingdom Tower – Walt Disney World"

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Jack’s Mail Bag

April 12, 2008 by AllEars

I want to thank everyone who writes in about my blogs. I really appreciate the feedback! Here are some recent emails I’ve received: Cindy Hershey Loved the blog with the 1972 pictures. Please post more from any years that you have. They bring back so many memories. I grew up 15 minutes from Disney and … Continue reading "Jack’s Mail Bag"

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Step Back in Time to 1972 – Back by popular demand

April 5, 2008 by Jack Spence

Last time I posted old pictures of WDW I received numerous emails requesting more. So here goes. Once again, all of these pictures were taken in January 1972, just a little more than three months after the “World” opened. These first two pictures are of topiary as seen while driving from the Main Entrance toward … Continue reading "Step Back in Time to 1972 – Back by popular demand"

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Yakitori House – Epcot’s Japan

April 3, 2008 by Jack Spence

I’m currently remodeling my kitchen (among other projects). Anyone who has ever undertaken a home improvement project knows there are good days and bad days. Today was a bad day. First, the tile man called and cancelled. He had a legitimate excuse, but I was disappointed, none the less. Since I now had the day … Continue reading "Yakitori House – Epcot’s Japan"

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Old Walt Disney World Pictures

March 24, 2008 by Jack Spence

A couple of months ago, I published some old pictures I had taken at Walt Disney World. I received several letters asking that I publish more, so here goes. All of these were taken in January, 1972, just a little over three months after Disney World opened. The first picture is of the Toll Plaza. … Continue reading "Old Walt Disney World Pictures"

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How the Flying Fish Cafe Got Its Name

March 22, 2008 by Jack Spence

Recently, I wrote an article for the Allears.net newsletter about the Flying Fish CafÃ©. In it, I mentioned that I wasn’t exactly sure how the restaurant got its name. Two of my readers (Debbie and Mehran), did a much better job of research than I did and were able to find the answer. My thanks … Continue reading "How the Flying Fish Cafe Got Its Name"

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Mouse Trap

March 15, 2008 by Jack Spence

Some Disney Imagineer’s quirky sense of humor can be seen in the recently rehabbed Spaceship Earth. As you approach the modern era, take a look behind the couch of the family seated watching TV in the 1960’s living room. Look closely and you’ll see the board game “Mouse Trap” which was introduced to the public … Continue reading "Mouse Trap"

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Wolfgang Puck Express — Marketplace

March 15, 2008 by Jack Spence

When Wolfgang Puck’s first opened at the Marketplace in Downtown Disney, they had no indoor seating. This simply wouldn’t do in hot, humid, and rainy Florida. Eventually, they rearranged what little indoor space they had and added a few tables. This helped, but it wasn’t the solution they needed. So a couple of months ago … Continue reading "Wolfgang Puck Express — Marketplace"

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