Tag: Epcot

Photo Album – Character Masquerade

Posted on by Lisa Berton
If you’re like me, every once in awhile you pull out the old photo albums and relive those happy times from yesteryear. Tonight I was enjoying a solo trip I made to Walt Disney World over Thanksgiving in 2003. Why a solo trip over Thanksgiving? Two simple reasons: my friend cancelled on me and I … Continue reading "Photo Album – Character Masquerade"
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Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #37

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #36: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2007 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 18-200VR, 1/50s shutter, f5 The three-tiered, circular Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest is a one-half scale reproduction of its counterpart inside the Temple of Heaven complex near Beijing. Disney’s version of this beautiful temple serves as the entrance to … Continue reading "Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #37"
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Yakitori House – Epcot’s Japan

Posted on by Jack Spence
I’m currently remodeling my kitchen (among other projects). Anyone who has ever undertaken a home improvement project knows there are good days and bad days. Today was a bad day. First, the tile man called and cancelled. He had a legitimate excuse, but I was disappointed, none the less. Since I now had the day … Continue reading "Yakitori House – Epcot’s Japan"
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WDW with Neighbors

Posted on by Steve Barrett
Recently, I met up with neighbors and friends for dinner at the Yachtsman Steakhouse in the Yacht Club Resort. Bob and Rita Ondercik are long-time Disney fans and have been DVC members since the beginning of DVC (when awesome benefits were added for joining). Bob and Rita also volunteer at Give Kids The World, a … Continue reading "WDW with Neighbors"
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Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #30

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #29: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2007 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 18-200VR, 1/8s shutter, f4.8 This was a tough one! By far, the most popular guess was Pirates of the Caribbean. However, the correct answer is that it can be found in the United Kingdom pavilion at Epcot. This little piggy … Continue reading "Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #30"
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Spaceship Earth

Posted on by Jack Spence
A new element has been added to the post-show of the Spaceship Earth redesign. As you might know from reading other blogs, your picture is taken soon after you board the attraction. In addition, you are also asked to designate where you live by pointing to a map on the touch-sensitive screen in your ride … Continue reading "Spaceship Earth"
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Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #27

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #26: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2007 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 18-200VR, 0.4s shutter, f4.5 This sculpture is in the lobby area of the Impressions de France film in Epcot’s World Showcase. I’ve always thought that this was a gargoyle but I just learned that this replica of a stone carving … Continue reading "Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #27"
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Step Back in Time – Magic Kingdom

Posted on by Jack Spence
I first visited Disney World in January 1972. Over the years, I took a number of pictures while vacationing here. Looking back, I wish I had taken more, but then I have to remind myself, film was expensive and having the photos developed added to the cost. So I cherish the pictures I did take … Continue reading "Step Back in Time – Magic Kingdom"
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Spaceship Earth – Epcot

Posted on by AllEars
Tomorrow’s child (Tomorrow’s Child) Gathering gifts from our past. Tomorrow’s child (Tomorrow’s Child) Shaping a world that will last… Ah, that song brings back fond memories of Epcot’s early days. I still vividly remember my first trip to Epcot in 1991. It seemed that every attraction I entered included a song with a catchy tune … Continue reading "Spaceship Earth – Epcot"
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Club Cool – Epcot – Have some Beverly??

Posted on by Jack Spence
Do you have a slightly sadistic side to your personality? Well if you do, be sure to visit Club Cool in Future World at Epcot with your friends. Here, guests can sample, free of charge, a number of Coca Cola beverages that aren’t available in the U.S. but are favorites in other countries. These include, … Continue reading "Club Cool – Epcot – Have some Beverly??"
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