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Animal Kingdom’s Kali River Rapids – Part Two

Posted on by Jack Spence
Yesterday I discussed Tiger Temple and the queue leading to Kali River Rapids. Today I’ll discuss the actual adventure this attraction offers. Kali River Rapids is NOT “Splash Mountain” where you might get splashed. As the sign at the attraction entrance states, “You WILL get wet! YOU MAY GET SOAKED! It is now time to … Continue reading "Animal Kingdom’s Kali River Rapids – Part Two"
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Your Name in Thai at Animal Kingdom

Posted on by Jack Spence
It had been a few weeks since I last visited the Animal Kingdom, so when a friend suggested getting together for lunch, I proposed Flame Tree BBQ. After enjoying a chicken & rib combo and a pulled pork sandwich, we decided to ride Expedition Everest. As we entered Asia, I noticed a small stand near … Continue reading "Your Name in Thai at Animal Kingdom"
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Flights of Wonder Photo Op

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Back in August, we featured a Disney Pic of the Week theme called Lucky Shot. I received an email from a regular reader and commenter Steve Knapp about his unlucky shot. Here is his story. I tried posting a comment to your blog about “lucky shots” but something with my office system wouldn’t permit me … Continue reading "Flights of Wonder Photo Op"
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The Expedition EVEREST Challenge

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Most people when seeing the sign below just chuckle. They know Expedition EVEREST is a high-speed attraction. How can anyone take pictures while riding it. Right? Remember to capture memories in your ride through the Himalayas.Nikon D700/28-300VR, 1/125s, f/5.6, ISO 2200, EV +0.3, 160mm focal length. You know us here at Picture This!, we have … Continue reading "The Expedition EVEREST Challenge"
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Soaked and Happy on Kali River Rapids

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Soaked riders wave to the photographer towards the end of the Kali River Rapids. This photo was taken back in 2002 during a trip for my eldest daughter’s Senior year. Each of my daughters brought a friend which allowed me to stay dry as I waited for them at the end of the Kali River … Continue reading "Soaked and Happy on Kali River Rapids"
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Where in the World #179

Posted on by Erin Blackwell
Thank you to Heather Young and Kelly Zanauskas for your wonderful notes to me about the Where in the World contest. I really appreciate it! Mike Venere, I’m in New Jersey too! You know, “It’s a small world”, isn’t it? I think there’s a song like that. 🙂 This was Challenge #178: And here’s the … Continue reading "Where in the World #179"
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Photographing Tigers on the Maharajah Jungle Trek

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Over the years I have given you tips on how to photograph on the Maharajah Jungle Trek in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. However, the stars on this animal trail are the Asian Tigers. Being cats, the tigers sleep most of the day. In fact, up to 15 hours of a tiger’s day is spent sleeping. In … Continue reading "Photographing Tigers on the Maharajah Jungle Trek"
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Disney Pic of the Week – Bicycles

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This week’s Pic of the Week subject is bicycles. I’ve always loved bikes. My favorite thing to do as a kid was to ride as far and fast as I could, whenever I got the chance. Now that I am grown, I don’t ride as often as I used to but I still love bikes. … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Bicycles"
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The Bird Sanctuary on the Maharajah Jungle Trek

Posted on by Scott Thomas
One of my favorite areas in Disney’s Animal Kingdom is on the Maharajah Jungle Trek. The Asian tigers are a crowd favorite on the trail but do not overlook the bird sanctuary. Grab a large bird identification chart as you enter to enhance your enjoyment. You will also see some very ornate bird houses just … Continue reading "The Bird Sanctuary on the Maharajah Jungle Trek"
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