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Disney Vacations: Color vs Black and White Challenge

Posted on by Lisa Berton
I was (and still am) a brat while studying photography. My photojournalism teacher and I used to go head to head over her assignments and what I wanted to do. One such item was my determination to only shoot in black and white. To me, photojournailm means documenting history as it occurs and for some … Continue reading "Disney Vacations: Color vs Black and White Challenge"
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Hammock Time by Lago Dorado

Posted on by Lisa Berton
When you’re too pooped to party and still want to feel the warm sun and cool breeze, head on over to Coronado Springs and plop down in a hammock. Lago Dorado sits in the center of the resort and is surrounded by 3 themed “residential” areas; Ranchos, Casitas, and Cabanas. Ahhh, I can hear the … Continue reading "Hammock Time by Lago Dorado"
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Solo Trip to Orlando – Outlet Shopping & Disney Resorts

Posted on by Lisa Berton
Yes, gentlemen, I used the “s” word. No need to hide your wallets, I have your credit card numbers memorized and the stores thank you for contributing to Florida’s economy. My morning began when I woke up without any cell phones chiming or buzzers buzzing. I took my time, ate my Cheerios, and enlisted driving … Continue reading "Solo Trip to Orlando – Outlet Shopping & Disney Resorts"
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Where in the World #207

Posted on by Erin Blackwell
Hello from the World! Betsy Moquin, thank you for your very nice note! And congratulations to new DVC members, Alan Mize and family! Here was last week’s Challenge: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2010 Erin Blackwell Canon PowerShot SD890 IS, 7mm, 1/60s shutter, f/3.2,ISO 250 Yes, it’s the Panchito’s Gift and Sundries gift shop … Continue reading "Where in the World #207"
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The Three Caballeros at Coronado Springs

Posted on by Scott Thomas
The Three Caballeros topiaries fit the American Southwest/Mexico theme of the Coronado Springs Resort perfectly.Nikon D70/18-200VR, 1/100s, f/5, ISO 200, EV +0.7, 26 mm focal length The theming of the Coronado Springs Resort is the American Southwest and northern Mexico. Making these topiaries of the Three Caballeros (José Carioca, Panchito and Donald Duck) the perfect … Continue reading "The Three Caballeros at Coronado Springs"
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Where in the World #140

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
Hi everyone – I’m back! Challenge #139 was a tough one. It had four parts, one for each week that I was on vacation. In order to make it into the prize drawing, you had to get all four parts correct. Anyone who did so was rewarded with two entries in the drawing this week. … Continue reading "Where in the World #140"
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Coronado Springs Resort — Part Two

Posted on by Jack Spence
The Dig Site is located in the middle of the resort and this is where you’ll find one of the best themed swimming pools at Walt Disney World. The centerpiece here is the Pyramid of the Sun. Inspired by the Temple of the Great Jaguar at Tikal, this structure is covered with years of jungle … Continue reading "Coronado Springs Resort — Part Two"
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Coronado Springs Resort — Part One

Posted on by Jack Spence
First, a little history. In the early 16th century, the people living in New Spain (now Mexico) began to hear rumors of the “Seven Golden Cities of Cibola” located in the deserts hundreds of miles to the north. The legend told that these cities held vast amounts of wealth just waiting to be claimed by … Continue reading "Coronado Springs Resort — Part One"
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Disney Pic of the Week – Bars and Lounges

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
Given that I often travel solo to Walt Disney World and my tolerance for counter service meals is pretty low, I often find myself bellying up to the bars of some of the sit down restaurants for my meals. You can make a very nice meal from a couple of appetizers and many of the … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Bars and Lounges"
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Maya Grill at Coronado Springs Photo Blog

Posted on by AllEars
Coronado Springs is my favorite of Disney’s moderate resorts. It opened in 1997 and is their only resort in this category with a convention center. As such, they cater largely to business travelers and conventioneers. The hotel is named after Spanish explorer Francisco Vásquez de Coronado and themed to the areas of the Southwest and … Continue reading "Maya Grill at Coronado Springs Photo Blog"
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