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DisneyQuest is more than video gaming for kids

Posted on by AllEars
DisneyQuest, Walt’s Disney World’s five-story gaming attraction at Downtown Disney, is all about the video games, right? Yes, but that’s not all there is to do. The entire second floor is set up for kids — and adults — to explore their creativity by making art, music and roller coasters. At the Animation Academy, guests … Continue reading "DisneyQuest is more than video gaming for kids"
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Shopping in Downtown Disney

Posted on by Scott Thomas
My family and I make deals these days when spending time at Walt Disney World. They give me time to photograph and I give them time to shop. They also know to feed me just to be safe. Like at the Earl of Sandwich when the day calls for a shopping safari at Downtown Disney’s … Continue reading "Shopping in Downtown Disney"
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Earl of Sandwich in Downtown Disney

Posted on by Scott Thomas
The Original 1762 roast beef sandwich at the Earl of Sandwich.Nikon D700/28-300VR, 1/60s, f/5, ISO 720, EV +0.7, 28mm focal length. Any trip to Downtown Disney leads us to either a lunch or dinner at the Earl of Sandwich restaurant. My favorite sandwich there is The Original 1762 and is a mouth watering roast beef … Continue reading "Earl of Sandwich in Downtown Disney"
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Cap’n Jack’s Restaurant: Downtown Disney’s Overlooked Dining Location

Posted on by Andrew Rossi
When it comes to dining at Downtown Disney, I have a certain group of restaurants that are my favorites which I tend to go to again and again. On a recent trip to Downtown Disney, however, I decided to try a restaurant that I have never even set foot in despite the countless times I … Continue reading "Cap’n Jack’s Restaurant: Downtown Disney’s Overlooked Dining Location"
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Disney Pic of the Week – Downtown Disney

Posted on by Lisa Berton
Walt Disney World’s main shopping and dining district is comprised of three sections that make up Downtown Disney. West Side is the home of Cirque du Soleil’s La Nouba show, video and virtual game destination DisneyQuest, hot air balloon ride Characters in Flight, and celebrity-owned restaurants. In the center sits Pleasure Island which is currently … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Downtown Disney"
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It’s Easy Being Green… at Raglan Road

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
Well, it’s nearly St. Patrick’s Day, and even though I’m not Irish (a little bit of Welsh and English, yes, but Irish, no) I have always observed the holiday. I wear green, including my little shamrock earrings, and sometimes even cook up a good corned beef and cabbage dinner. But, according to the lovely people … Continue reading "It’s Easy Being Green… at Raglan Road"
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Disney Vinylmations — I tried not to get hooked!

Posted on by Gary Cruise
The first time I set eyes on a Vinylmation was December 2008; I was in the Art of Disney Store at Downtown Disney. There was a little white vinyl figure of Mickey standing on the shelf; there were actually quite a few of them. A young couple was admiring them and she announced that she … Continue reading "Disney Vinylmations — I tried not to get hooked!"
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Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant ‘Gets Its Green On’

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
Non-Stop St. Patrick’s Day Festivities March 15-17 LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Whether you’re Irish or wish you were, there’s one sure place in Central Florida where you’ll find St. Patrick’s Day festivities as authentic as the Emerald Isle’s lush green countryside. Genuine Irish music, dance and cuisine headline a lively weekend of St. Patrick’s … Continue reading "Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant ‘Gets Its Green On’"
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Downtown Disney Resort Area Hotels to Reward A+ Teachers in 4th Annual Contest

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
Students can nominate favorite teacher for chance for both to win Disney vacation ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 8, 2012 — The Downtown Disney® Resort Area Hotels has partnered with Walt Disney World® to once again honor outstanding K-12 teachers with its 2012 A+ For Teachers at Downtown Disney essay contest. The fourth annual contest, which kicks … Continue reading "Downtown Disney Resort Area Hotels to Reward A+ Teachers in 4th Annual Contest"
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Solo Trip to Orlando – Disney Resorts, Downtown & the Last Bus

Posted on by Lisa Berton
It was my last vacation day in the sunshine state and I managed to sleep in a little. I finished packing my bags, checked out, and loaded up the turbo charged station wagon. There was only one thing I wanted for breakfast and I headed to Saratoga Springs for it. Mickey waffles are delicious and … Continue reading "Solo Trip to Orlando – Disney Resorts, Downtown & the Last Bus"
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