Tag: Epcot

Endangered Sea Turtles Thriving at Walt Disney World Resort

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., July 9, 2010 – Two ailing Kemp’s Ridley sea turtles are on the road to recovery after being brought to Walt Disney World Resort last month from the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies in Gulfport, Miss. to make room for animals directly impacted by the Gulf oil spill. The sea turtles, … Continue reading "Endangered Sea Turtles Thriving at Walt Disney World Resort"
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Sounds Like Summer Concert Series – Satisfaction

Posted on by Mike Bachand
I went into Epcot to do one of my favorite things; to see a concert at the American Garden Theater which is located right in front of the American Adventure. This time of the year we get to see the Sounds Like Summer concert series. Performing in this series are tribute bands playing songs of … Continue reading "Sounds Like Summer Concert Series – Satisfaction"
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I Walk into a Bar…

Posted on by Lisa Berton
…to take photos for our Disney Pic of the Week – Bars & Lounges. La Cava del Tequila (The Tequila Cave) in Epcot’s Mexico pavillion was empty when I arrived. The CMs tried to show me what they had to offer but I don’t drink so their attempt fell flat. Canon PowerShot SX100 IS, ISO … Continue reading "I Walk into a Bar…"
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Sounds Like Summer Concert Series – Karin Lawson

Posted on by Mike Bachand
I went into Epcot to do one of my favorite things; to see a concert at the American Garden Theater which is located right in front of the American Adventure. This time of the year we get to see the Sounds Like Summer concert series. Performing in this series are tribute bands playing songs of … Continue reading "Sounds Like Summer Concert Series – Karin Lawson"
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Captain EO Returns to Epcot – Cast and Media Preview

Posted on by AllEars
June 30, 2010 Cast Members and Media were invited to a preview of Captain EO’s return to Epcot. Captain EO is vintage Michael Jackson in his prime. The songs are all original Jackson, and bring to life the story of an electronic band of space creatures who undergo a magical transformation and aid Jackson in … Continue reading "Captain EO Returns to Epcot – Cast and Media Preview"
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My Favorite Parades and Fireworks

Posted on by Mike Bachand
This week we get to list our favorite parade and fireworks. However, before we get to that task I do want to comment on last weeks blog. 50’s Prime Time was on most everyone’s list and loved for both the theming and the food. On the other hand, it seems that people either loved or … Continue reading "My Favorite Parades and Fireworks"
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September Disney World Calendar

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
I thought I’d share a picture of the Space Shuttle launching over Mission Space in Epcot for the September calendar. This was taken when I was there this past May. I felt like Mission Space was the perfect place to catch one of the last launches that we may see, at least for awhile. You … Continue reading "September Disney World Calendar"
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Where in the World #136

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #135: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2010 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D300, 18-200mm VR, 1/160s shutter, f/16, ISO 640 St. Theodore adorns the top of this column in Epcot – specifically, in the World Showcase Italy pavilion. St. Theodore was the first Patron Saint of Venice. The other column has the Lion … Continue reading "Where in the World #136"
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Sounds Like Summer Concert Series – Hotel California

Posted on by Mike Bachand
This time of the year the Sounds Like Summerr concert series is running daily at the American Garden Theater which is located right in front of the American Adventure. Performing in this series are tribute bands playing songs of some truly great recording artists. Performing this week is Hotel California. This is a group that, … Continue reading "Sounds Like Summer Concert Series – Hotel California"
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Mariachi Cobre

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
Copyright © 2010 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D300, 11-16mm, 1/13 sec, f/2.8, ISO 2500 My Pic of the Week is Mariachi Cobre, a 12-piece band that plays Mexican folk music. The group began playing at Walt Disney World in 1973 at the Contemporary Resort and the Magic Kingdom, while on summer break from the University of … Continue reading "Mariachi Cobre"
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