Photographing Disney Statues in the Magic Kingdom

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The Hub in front of Cinderella Castle was expanded a couple of years ago into the Central Plaza. When that happened the Disney character statuettes which were near the Partners statue moved to the new Main Street Plaza Gardens in front of Casey’s Corner and Plaza Restaurant. If you happen to have some free time … Continue reading "Photographing Disney Statues in the Magic Kingdom"
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Disney Pic of the Week: Magic Kingdom Aerial

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When the topic of aerial photos came up for this month, I wasn’t sure I would have much to choose from. Luckily I have been slowly (very slowly) archiving all of my photographs and remembered one I took several years ago from the 2nd floor balcony of Pinocchio’s Village Haus. Here’s a look at Dumbo, … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Magic Kingdom Aerial"
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Where in the World #458

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To all who come to this photo trivia game, Welcome! Along the way, the photos can make us relive memories and see details Walt’s Imagineers put into everything we love in Walt Disney World! Friday is Veteran’s Day here in the US! Thank you to all who serve! Phyllis, we’ll make sure Deb gets your … Continue reading "Where in the World #458"
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Fall D23 Magazine Celebrates 25th Anniversary of Beauty and the Beast

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The Fall D23 Magazine celebrates the 25th anniversary of Beauty and the Beast with interviews with the cast, composer Alan Menken and many others, as well as stories about how the film has been equally successful in Disney theme parks and on stage. Plus, readers will learn more about the live-action adaptation of the film, coming to theaters in 2017. The issue, exclusively for Gold Members of D23: The Official Disney Fan Club, also features a Fall TV Preview; an exclusive interview with Benedict Cumberbatch about his upcoming Marvel film Doctor Strange; a look at how Disney Theatrical Group creates spectacular shows for Broadway and beyond; a peek at the creation of Disney's newest princess, Elena of Avalor; and a story focusing on the timeless artwork of Dumbo to toast the film's 75th anniversary.
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Magic Kingdom Skyway

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Jack Spence is on a leave of absence until 2014. This is a reprint of a blog he wrote several years ago. This blog originally ran in 2009 and was accurate at the time of publication. The first Disney Skyway opened at Disneyland on June 23, 1956. Walt was so taken by this mode of … Continue reading "Magic Kingdom Skyway"
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Dumbo’s New Fantasyland View

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Taking flight on the original Dumbo attraction in it’s new location in Fantasyland gives a completely different perspective, of course. Personally, I think there was more to see before the big move. Eventually I’ll have a go at the second Dumbo attraction and see for myself which elephants got a better deal. Disney Pic of … Continue reading "Dumbo’s New Fantasyland View"
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Disney Pic of the Week: Dumbo

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I do not usually partake of the Fantasyland rides. Even when my kids were little, I let Mom do those rides. So, when this topic was proposed by Lisa, I sighed and had every intention of riding Dumbo the Flying Elephant on my very next trip. You know how it goes at Walt Disney World? … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Dumbo"
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Disney Hodgepodge Two

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Today’s article contains another collection of unrelated odds and ends. Enjoy. So You Want to be an Imagineer Over the years, I have received a number of letters from readers asking me for advice on how to become an Imagineer. First, I am not, nor have I ever been an Imagineer. Therefore, I cannot share … Continue reading "Disney Hodgepodge Two"
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