Disney Magic — “The Other Kind”

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Disney is Magical . . . we all know that! If you are a real Disney fan, and I know you are, you understand what Disney magic is . . . it’s that wonderful feeling that comes over you as you drive through the Main Gate and enter Walt Disney World. It’s that sense of … Continue reading "Disney Magic — “The Other Kind”"
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Cast Members Only — A Quiz — Answers

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Here are the answers to the “Cast Members Only” quiz. I found it interesting that I came across the fewest uniquely themed signs in the Magic Kingdom and none at all in the World Showcase section of Epcot. I’m assuming that the lack of interesting signs in the Magic Kingdom has to do with the … Continue reading "Cast Members Only — A Quiz — Answers"
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Cast Members Only — A Quiz — Questions

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Walt knew he was creating something unique when he was designing Disneyland. Everything about his new park would be groundbreaking – including the nomenclature used within the five realms he was crafting. Disneyland would not be called an amusement park, but rather a theme park. Disneyland would not have rides, it would have attractions. Walt … Continue reading "Cast Members Only — A Quiz — Questions"
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Disney Pic of the Week – World Showcase Entertainers

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Upon arriving at Epcot, grab an entertainment schedule and you’ll see on the backside, a horizontal time and location chart of musicians, actors, characters, etc… They can all be found within World Showcase, a lively portion of the park dedicated to countries around the globe. This week Scott and I salute the men and women … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – World Showcase Entertainers"
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Disney Pic of the Week – Resort Wish List

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Hotel rooms come in various sizes with a wide assortment of amenities. Overnight stays range in price to fit your budget or blow your budget out the door. The view from your room might be of a theme park or a parking lot. The one thing they all have in common is that extra touch … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Resort Wish List"
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Legacy Award

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Several years ago, I wrote a blog about Disney nametags and how these badges have changed over the years. Today, I want to tell you about a new nametag that a select few cast members are sporting these days. These are worn by the recipients of the Legacy Award, a new recognition program that has … Continue reading "Legacy Award"
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Visualizing at the Ticket & Transportation Center

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Visualization is a skill photographers use to see photographs before they take them. I know of many photographers who visit Walt Disney World who plan shots months in advance. I have done that and I have seen a good photo by just walking about the parks. The photo below of the Magic Kingdom Ferryboat entrance … Continue reading "Visualizing at the Ticket & Transportation Center"
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Dining with a Disney Imagineer

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Copyright © 2010 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D300, 18-200mm VR, 1/50s shutter, f2.2, ISO 1000 My Pic of the Week Cast Member is Dan Flynn, a Show Program Manager and Imagineer for Disney. About a year ago, Michelle Scribner-MacLean and I had the pleasure of meeting Dan when we dined with an Imagineer at the Flying … Continue reading "Dining with a Disney Imagineer"
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Unexpected Findings in Disney Parks

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The ground is paved with cement, the sun is beating down, and the humidity is taking it’s toll From out the corner of your eye you spot a Guest walking around in a dress, high heels, and carrying a clutch as if she’s at a party no one else was invited to. For whatever reason … Continue reading "Unexpected Findings in Disney Parks"
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Quiz – Costumes and their Attractions – Answers

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Here are the answers to yesterday’s quiz. I hope you did well. Once again, please don’t send me your answers. There are no prizes to win or winners to be announced. This is strictly for your amusement. 1. This picture was taken at the American Adventure in Epcot. However, this same costume can be seen … Continue reading "Quiz – Costumes and their Attractions – Answers"
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