Column: The “World” According to Jack

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Magic Kingdom Skyway

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Jack Spence is on a leave of absence until 2014. This is a reprint of a blog he wrote several years ago. This blog originally ran in 2009 and was accurate at the time of publication. The first Disney Skyway opened at Disneyland on June 23, 1956. Walt was so taken by this mode of … Continue reading "Magic Kingdom Skyway"
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Casey Jr. Splash ‘N’ Soak Station

Posted on by Jack Spence
The Casey Jr. Splash 'N' Soak Station opened today (June 15, 2012) at Storybook Circus in the Magic Kingdom. According to blogger Jack Spence, it looks fantastic, and he has photos and videos to prove it. The premise is that Casey Jr. has arrived from out of town and is getting ready for a big show. Casey and some of his circus cars are parked on the turntable, while a few of his friends have already been positioned nearby. All of the animals are excited about the show and exhibit their enthusiasm with sprays of cooling water on the crowds below.
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New Fantasyland Model

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A model of the new Fantasyland expansion is now on display at Disney's Hollywood Studios in the One Man's Dream exhibit. AllEars.Net's Jack Spence stopped by and snapped a few pictures the other day, which he shares here. Most of these photos are close-ups to give you a better idea of what this new area will look like when completed.
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Update — Storybook Circus and Sunshine Tree Terrace

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I promised that I would make regular trips to the Magic Kingdom to keep you informed of any new additions and updates to Storybook Circus. Well I visited a couple of days ago (April 23, 2012) and nothing new has been opened in this area. Sigh. However, I do have some additional information to share … Continue reading "Update — Storybook Circus and Sunshine Tree Terrace"
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Carousel or Carrousel Disney Style

Posted on 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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It’s Disney Theme Parks Quiz Time — Answers

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Here are the answers to yesterday’s quiz. I hope you got them all right. This first picture was taken at Hong Kong Disneyland. This fountain is outside of the park in a “crossroads” location. Guests arriving by bus, train, and walking from the hotels meet at this location before entering Hong Kong Disneyland. Long term … Continue reading "It’s Disney Theme Parks Quiz Time — Answers"
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Castle Couture – Fantasyland – Magic Kingdom

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A new shop has opened in Fantasyland. Replacing Tinker Bell’s Treasures is Castle Couture. Located across the courtyard from Cinderella Castle, this new shop allows Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique guests to have their royal portrait taken in regal style. But the experience is not limited to just the young princess as family-style portraits are also available … Continue reading "Castle Couture – Fantasyland – Magic Kingdom"
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Magic Kingdom Odds & Ends

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I have a few more bits of trivia to share with you, so sit back and enjoy. Let’s start at City Hall. Inside this building are two paintings hanging on the wall behind the receptionist desk. (I only have a picture of one.) Did you know, these paintings appeared in the “movie” section of the … Continue reading "Magic Kingdom Odds & Ends"
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Fantasyland — Old and New

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The information in this next blog has been presented before – some of it on this website, some of it on others. But since I’ve started blogging about Disney World trivia, I thought these tidbits were worth repeating. Often, when Disney replaces an attraction with a new ride or show, the Imagineers like to pay … Continue reading "Fantasyland — Old and New"
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