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California Grill and Pirates of the Caribbean

Posted on by Steve Barrett
One evening, I met Jim and Mark, two friends and neighbors of mine, at the California Grill Restaurant. It was their first time to dine there. We had reservations for 9 p.m. or so, but we arrived at opening (5:30 p.m.) in hopes of getting an earlier seating. It worked! After about 40 minutes, we … Continue reading "California Grill and Pirates of the Caribbean"
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Disneyland Paris – The Hub and Sleeping Beauty Castle

Posted on by Jack Spence
One thing that’s a little different about the Disneyland Paris’ Hub is the lands that radiate from it are set further back than at other Magic Kingdoms. In other words, Frontierland, Adventureland, and Discoveryland really aren’t all that visible from The Hub. This allows the area to maintain its Victorian theming without contrasting architectures intruding … Continue reading "Disneyland Paris – The Hub and Sleeping Beauty Castle"
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Bay Lake Tower — Dizney Mike’s World

Posted on by AllEars
I was over at the Disney’s Contemporary Resort today and snapped these pictures of the construction of Disney’s Bay Lake Tower. I really like the walkway design. It looks like a monorail traveling between the Contemporary and the new Bay Lake Tower. Also, on the fourth floor of the Contemporary, Disney Vacation Club Cast Members … Continue reading "Bay Lake Tower — Dizney Mike’s World"
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Where in the World #72

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #71: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2006 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 55-200mm, 1/6s shutter, f/8 This miniature train is in the display just outside of the Germany pavilion in Epcot’s World Showcase. If you’ve been following this blog for awhile, you actually had an advantage this week because this photo has … Continue reading "Where in the World #72"
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Walt Disney World This and That

Posted on by AllEars
I recently returned from a wonderful vacation that included 3 nights at Old Key West in Walt Disney World. Here are some random thoughts and observations: Old Key West: I really do love this resort. The villas are very spacious and 4 of us had more than ample room in the 2 bedroom. We dined … Continue reading "Walt Disney World This and That"
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At Speed & Young

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Racing along Tomorrowland Indy Speedway.Nikon D70/18-200VR, 1/20s, f/18, 200 ISO, 0 EV, 95mm Focal Length Racing along Tomorrowland Indy Speedway in the Magic Kingdom, this young driver is taking his Mom for the ride of her life. Can you tell how fast this car is going? Tomorrowland Indy cars can only reach a maximum speed … Continue reading "At Speed & Young"
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“it’s a small world” Returns to Disneyland

Posted on by Laura Gilbreath
The “it’s a small world” attraction at Disneyland underwent a long rehab in 2008 – it closed in January and didn’t reopen until November. When it did reopen, it was in the holiday configuration, so some of the changes were not yet in place. The most controversial change seemed to be the proposed addition of … Continue reading "“it’s a small world” Returns to Disneyland"
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Auto White Balance Adjustment

Posted on by Scott Thomas
I have my camera set up to enhance colors. Most of the time it captures what I want and gives me bright, vibrant colors. Then there are those times the photos have a color cast to them I don’t like. Take for instance the photo I took at Beaches and Cream of Cast Member Kristen … Continue reading "Auto White Balance Adjustment"
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Disneyland Paris – Main Street Part 3

Posted on by Jack Spence
Main Street Part 3 In my last blog I discussed the Town Square section of Main Street. Today I’m going to talk about the rest of this Victorian thoroughfare. However, I’m not going to describe things in any particular order. I’m just going to pick some points of interest that appeal to me. Let’s start … Continue reading "Disneyland Paris – Main Street Part 3"
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