Al’s Toy Barn Flashback

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For my part of remembering attractions that are now closed, I turn the clock back to when Toy Story’s meet and greet was located off Streets of America. The set consisted of a facade of Al’s Toy Barn, owned by bad guy, Al McWhiggin. One can only imagine the non-stop nightmares Buzz and Woddy suffered … Continue reading "Al’s Toy Barn Flashback"
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These Are A Few Of My Favourite Disney Things

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What is your favourite park at Walt Disney World? What are your “must-do” rides or activities? What are the things you only do once in a while? One of the greatest things about Walt Disney World is the diversity of experience you can enjoy there. With the four theme parks, two water parks, golf courses, … Continue reading "These Are A Few Of My Favourite Disney Things"
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Evil Emperor Zurg

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If you want a great photo on a dark ride, do what photographers do, cross your fingers that your vehicle stops in just the right spot. Set your camera to a wide aperture, slow down the shutterspeed to something you can hold steady, and take aim. A few years ago I lucked out on Buzz … Continue reading "Evil Emperor Zurg"
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Tomorrowland Robot

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Boxobot in Tomorrowland’s Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin.Nikon D700/Tokina 11-16mm, 1/60s, f/2.8, ISO 6400, EV -0.3, 15mm focal length. In the first room of the Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin found in Tomorrowland you will come face to face with a Boxobot robot. You want to aim for the inside Z target on the robot’s … Continue reading "Tomorrowland Robot"
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Buzz Lightyear Spins Infinitely

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If a copyright or trademark symbol along with a manufacturer’s name is on your body somewhere, you are a toy. You were molded, stuffed, carved, shaped, sewn or otherwise and intended to be played with by babies, toddlers, kids, teens, or even adults. Being a toy is great! They create long-lasting vivid memories, smiles, and … Continue reading "Buzz Lightyear Spins Infinitely"
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Obey the Master

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For Disney Pic of the Week – Queues, we head over to the Magic Kingdom, specifically Tomorrowland. As you patiently await your turn to blast Evil Emperor Zurg at Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin with your laser cannon you’ll walk by a humongous View-Master with the message, Battle Stations. It’s time for you to get … Continue reading "Obey the Master"
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Buzz Lightyear Returns – Magic Kingdom Parade

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Buzz Lightyear On May 31, 2008, the space shuttle Discovery rocketed from earth to rendezvous with the International Space Station (ISS). Besides it seven human crew members, a galactic hero was onboard for the mission. Buzz Lightyear journeyed “to infinity and beyond” once again. But this time, instead of doing battle with the infamous Emperor … Continue reading "Buzz Lightyear Returns – Magic Kingdom Parade"
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Buzz Lightyear’s return from space to be celebrated Oct. 2, 2009 at Walt Disney World Resort

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Buzz Lightyear returned from space on Sept. 11, 2009 aboard space shuttle Discovery’s STS-128 mission, having served as the longest-tenured crew member in space. In a photo taken Sept. 11, 2009, the toy Buzz Lightyear that was sent into space May 31, 2008 aboard the STS-124 mission is posed in front of space shuttle Discovery … Continue reading "Buzz Lightyear’s return from space to be celebrated Oct. 2, 2009 at Walt Disney World Resort"
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