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Outer Rim — Contemporary Resort

Posted on by Jack Spence
It appears that the construction on the fourth floor of the Contemporary Resort is just about complete. The Outer Rim cocktail lounge has reopened and is once again a delightful place to enjoy a drink and relax after a long day in one of the parks. It’s located in just about the same place it … Continue reading "Outer Rim — Contemporary Resort"
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My bad!

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
Copyright © 2008 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D300, 18-200VR, 0.8s shutter, f3.5 Technically, my Pic of the Week photo is of a lounge, but it’s a lounge in a restaurant so I’m hoping it counts. Actually, if you really want to get technical, this photo should have been posted on Saturday, during the week we were … Continue reading "My bad!"
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Artist of the Day Followup

Posted on by AllEars
Earlier this month I told you about a fun activity for kids at the Contemporary called Artist of the Day. Several of you wrote and told me of your experiences and I want to share them. It also turns out there are some other resorts with an Artist of the Day activity including Saratoga Springs … Continue reading "Artist of the Day Followup"
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Bay Lake Tower Observation Deck

Posted on by Jack Spence
A strange looking structure is being constructed on the top of the rumored Bay Lake Tower, Disney Vacation Club located north of the Contemporary Resort. This is strictly a RUMOR, but I have it on good authority that this will be a private, Magic Kingdom firework viewing area for DVC members staying at this resort. … Continue reading "Bay Lake Tower Observation Deck"
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Construction Photo Updates – Walt Disney World

Posted on by AllEars
While I was out and about, I took a few pictures of the Bay Lake Tower under construction. This is a rumored DVC that sits prominently next to the Contemporary Resort. It appears that the structure has reached its ultimate height as finishing touches are being added to the top of the building. At the … Continue reading "Construction Photo Updates – Walt Disney World"
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The Wave at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

Posted on by Jack Spence
The California Grill is the Contemporary Resort’s signature restaurant, offering upscale dinners, sophisticated atmosphere, and spectacular views of the Magic Kingdom. For many years, the Concourse Steakhouse, on the fourth floor of the Contemporary, was their casual dining spot, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Although I liked this restaurant, I always felt it lacked a … Continue reading "The Wave at Disney’s Contemporary Resort"
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Step Back in Time to 1972 – Back by popular demand

Posted on by Jack Spence
Last time I posted old pictures of WDW I received numerous emails requesting more. So here goes. Once again, all of these pictures were taken in January 1972, just a little more than three months after the “World” opened. These first two pictures are of topiary as seen while driving from the Main Entrance toward … Continue reading "Step Back in Time to 1972 – Back by popular demand"
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Old Walt Disney World Pictures

Posted on by Jack Spence
A couple of months ago, I published some old pictures I had taken at Walt Disney World. I received several letters asking that I publish more, so here goes. All of these were taken in January, 1972, just a little over three months after Disney World opened. The first picture is of the Toll Plaza. … Continue reading "Old Walt Disney World Pictures"
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New Contemporary Gift Shop – Fantasia Shop

Posted on by AllEars
Note to my readers: I’ve got company coming for a couple weeks so will be taking a break from blogging. I will return the week of December 10th. The new Fantasia Shop on the fourth floor (Grand Canyon Concourse) of the Contemporary Resort has opened! The Fantasia shop fills the center floor space between Bay … Continue reading "New Contemporary Gift Shop – Fantasia Shop"
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Waterway Construction

Posted on by Jack Spence
Several years ago, Disney put out a number of black canvas sandbags along the shores of the waterway that connects Seven Seas Lagoon with Bay Lake. They put these in because”¦ Well, actually, I’m not quite sure why they put these in. I always assumed it was to secure the land from water erosion caused … Continue reading "Waterway Construction"
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