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Disney Pic of the Week: Closed Attractions

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Disneyland is something that will never be finished. It’s something that I can keep developing. It will be a live, breathing thing that will need change. — Walt Disney Such is the premise on which Walt Disney World was also built upon. Change happens all the time in the parks. I know many people feel … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Closed Attractions"
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Bowling at Downtown Disney

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Splitsville all lit up at night in Downtown Disney Westside.Nikon D700/50mm, 1/50s, f/5.6, ISO 6400, EV 0. Downtown Disney’s West Side is more of an adult nighclub experience with restaurants such as Bongos, House of Blues and Wolfgang Puck’s at night. There is still plenty of family entertainment with Cirque du Soleil – La Nouba, … Continue reading "Bowling at Downtown Disney"
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Disney Pic of the Week – Downtown Disney

Posted on by Lisa Berton
Downtown Disney, be it in California or Florida, puts Disney fans in a buying frenzy. Whether you’re looking for a new shirt, hat, or figurine, you’ll find it here. Additionally, well-known retailers have set up shop to take advantage of prime real estate. Hungry? Restaurants are ready to serve you delicious meals or stop by … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Downtown Disney"
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Is it Real or a Pangani Forest Exploration Trail Prop?

Posted on by Lisa Berton
We’ve come to expect well-detailed attractions, resorts, restaurants, and even restrooms from Disney. Let’s face it, we’re spoiled and we have high expectations. But every once in a while, don’t you just stop and look at something and ask yourself, is it real or a prop? Well, I do that too, more often than you … Continue reading "Is it Real or a Pangani Forest Exploration Trail Prop?"
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Disney Pic of the Week: Pangani Forest Exploration Trail

Posted on by Scott Thomas
The Pangani Forest Exploration Trail is not just about the popular Gorillas. There are animals to discover from the small naked mole rats to the birdlife in the aviary portion of the trail. Here you will find a variety of African species including the long legged and toed African Jacana. The legs and toes allow … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Pangani Forest Exploration Trail"
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Disney Pic of the Week – Streets of America

Posted on by Lisa Berton
This week’s theme is approved by Sam the Eagle. Here, at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, tourists may stroll freely up and down streets modeled after famous cities in America. Only a few vehicles are permitted and you’ll hear them coming from the loud music they play. Adults and children from all over the world pose for … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Streets of America"
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Test Track Sans Driver

Posted on by Lisa Berton
The craziest rides I’ve ever taken were in the back seats of New York taxis. When I realized my super charged Test Track vehicle was being handled by a young driver, so little that he couldn’t see over the dash, I almost worried. Disney Pic of the Week – Test Track Come on over and … Continue reading "Test Track Sans Driver"
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Disney Pic of the Week: Test Track

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Walt Disney pioneered the use of sponsored attractions in his theme parks. When Epcot was built, sponsorship was taken to a new level. The latest version of Test Track is innovative, educational and fun. It is also the coolest showroom for Chevrolet automobile models in the world. This coming from a Ford guy. Take this … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Test Track"
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Tarzan’s Treehouse in Disneyland

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Broken portrait of Tarzan’s human parents found in Adventureland.Nikon D700/28-300VR, 1/125s, f/5.6, ISO 1400, EV 0, 135mm focal length. Broken glass on a framed portrait remains in a treehouse years after a leopard had attacked Tarzan’s parents. The same place where Karla, a gorilla, found him as an infant to be raised by her. The … Continue reading "Tarzan’s Treehouse in Disneyland"
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