Tag: fantasyland

“Let the Memories Begin” Kick-Off

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
As you may have read, Disney is christening its newest ship, the Disney Dream, on January 19. As a precursor to the christening ceremony and cruise, a special event was held Tuesday night in Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom for an assortment of guests, including members of the media, who were also treated to a … Continue reading "“Let the Memories Begin” Kick-Off"
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Largest Expansion in Magic Kingdom History Will Nearly Double the Size of Fantasyland

Posted on by AllEars
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – The largest expansion in Magic Kingdom history is underway, a project that will nearly double the size of Fantasyland and deliver a new home for Ariel, new ways to interact with favorite Disney princesses, an exciting new family coaster, a double dose of Dumbo and more. Scheduled to open in … Continue reading "Largest Expansion in Magic Kingdom History Will Nearly Double the Size of Fantasyland"
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Image Stabilization and Tripods Don’t Mix

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Stabilized camera and lens technology over the last few years have made taking low light photos easier to do. I have talked about the various lens manufacturers stabilization technologies before. The one thing you do have to be careful of is to find out if you need to turn off image stabilization (IS) when using … Continue reading "Image Stabilization and Tripods Don’t Mix"
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Fantasyland Expansion Update

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
As work continues on the previously announced expansion of Fantasyland, the last day of operation for Mickey’s Toontown Fair will be February 11, 2011. After that date, the following changes will take effect: · Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and the Disney princesses will move to Town Square in the location currently known as Town Square … Continue reading "Fantasyland Expansion Update"
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Photographing Fireworks – Part 2

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Last week I talked about how I photograph fireworks at Walt Disney World. This week I will use the same technique of a tripod, cable shutter release and setting the shutter speed to Bulb in Manual exposure mode. This allows me to control how long the shutter will be open. So, what’s different? I am … Continue reading "Photographing Fireworks – Part 2"
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Photographing Fireworks – Part 1

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Before I left for Walt Disney World a couple of weeks ago, I asked if there was anything you would like me to cover. I got an inquiry about how to photograph the firework shows at the Magic Kingdom. As luck would have it, I saw two different ones: HalloWishes (which I’ll cover this week) … Continue reading "Photographing Fireworks – Part 1"
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Jacques, the mouse

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Lucifer hunts down Jacques at the foot of Cinderella’s Wishing Well.Nikon D70/18-200VR, 1/15s, f/5.6, ISO 200, EV +0.3, 135mm focal length, tripod This is one of those details many people miss because they do not look down. Cinderella’s Wishing Well located on the pathway from Tomorrowland to Cinderella Castle. Around the base of the well … Continue reading "Jacques, the mouse"
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Baby Mine

Posted on by Lisa Berton
Catch Dumbo in the Magic Kingdom’s Fantasyland as he soars through the air with Guests along for the ride. This portion of the park will change and expand to include 2 Dumbo rides so you won’t have to wait as long unless of course you’re going to ride them both. Canon EOS 30D, Canon 75-300mm … Continue reading "Baby Mine"
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Disney Pic of the Week – Dumbo the Flying Elephant

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This week we’ll be bringing you pictures of the wildly popular Fantasyland attraction, Dumbo the Flying Elephant, where kids of all ages get to experience the joy of this delightful young pachyderm’s first flight above the Magic Kingdom. If you want to experience the magic of Disney, just check out the face of any pre-schooler … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Dumbo the Flying Elephant"
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