Tag: Epcot

Disney Pic of the Week – Mission Space

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
Copyright © 2007 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 18-200VR lens, 1/640 sec, f/6.3, ISO 200 This week we’re going to take a look at Mission Space. Located in Future World at Epcot, this attraction is one of Disney’s most intense rides. I’ve ridden it a few times, but these days, I prefer to enjoy it from … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Mission Space"
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February Afternoon in Epcot

Posted on by Steve Barrett
I met up with Valerie, Hailey and Alex in the seating area behind the Yorkshire County Fish Shop in Epcot’s United Kingdom Pavilion. Valerie is a very active Disney fan blogger, and her son and daughter like Disney, too! Hailey interviewed me about Hidden Mickeys for a school project. In the photo from the left … Continue reading "February Afternoon in Epcot"
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2010 Flower and Garden Festival – Sneak Peek

Posted on by Mike Bachand
As you know, the 2010 Flower and Garden Festival starts on March 3rd. However, the planting of the flower gardens, bringing in and setting up the topiaries and the merchandise kiosks starts long before that opening day. This is a massive undertaking that takes hundreds of Cast Members working throughout many nights to complete. Today … Continue reading "2010 Flower and Garden Festival – Sneak Peek"
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A Walking Tour of Epcot’s Italy Pavilion

Posted on by Mike Bachand
Are you ready to join me as we tour Italy? I hope so because I think you’re really going to enjoy this little walk. I don’t know about you, but for the longest time I didn’t find the Italy pavilion to be that interesting and must admit that it was near the bottom of my … Continue reading "A Walking Tour of Epcot’s Italy Pavilion"
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Got A Light? – Part Two – Epcot

Posted on by Jack Spence
In Part Two of my Lamppost blogs I’ll be discussing the many variations of these light fixtures found at Epcot. Let’s start outside the gate. Leading from the bus stop to the ticket booths are these very modern fixtures, each with a banner. The ticket booths themselves are covered with a large overhang with recessed … Continue reading "Got A Light? – Part Two – Epcot"
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Nine Dragons Restaurant in China Epcot

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
In Chinese culture, dragons are symbolic of the elements and considered to be forces of nature. Folklore gives mention of nine types of these magnificent creatures, which also represent good-fortune. Dragons were at one time revered by the Chinese people and referenced as a measure of success in their society. This aspect of Chinese culture … Continue reading "Nine Dragons Restaurant in China Epcot"
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Give A Day, Get A Disney Day Press Event

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
AllEars.Net’s Jack Spence and Mike Scopa attended the Give a Day, Get a Disney Day press event held Thursday, February 11, 2010. The following are images from the day’s activities. This week Walt Disney World’s “Give a Day Get a Disney Day” promotion was given its official launch with a huge celebration of volunteerism at … Continue reading "Give A Day, Get A Disney Day Press Event"
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Walking through the Outpost on our way to Italy

Posted on by Mike Bachand
You’ve heard the drums, you’ve seen the colorful African items for sale and maybe even stopped and got some refreshments at the “Coolpost“ but where are you? Well you are in the Outpost which is located between the China and Germany pavilions in Epcot. It’s believed that this was to be the location of an … Continue reading "Walking through the Outpost on our way to Italy"
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Where in the World #119

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #118: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2009 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D300, 18-200VR, 0.0015s shutter, f/8, ISO 200 I always thought it was weird that they had these kind of ugly green metal boxes across from France on the wall of the lagoon. What an odd place for some sort of utility … Continue reading "Where in the World #119"
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