Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue at Fort Wilderness Resort

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The Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue dinner show playbill from the Pioneer Hall balcony.Nikon D700/28-300VR, 1/50s, f/3.5, ISO 4000, EV 0, 28mm focal length. My wife and I have attended the Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue dinner show at the Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground six times since our honeymoon back in 1983. Back then the Hoop-Dee-Doo was considered … Continue reading "Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue at Fort Wilderness Resort"
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HGTV’s ‘My Yard Goes Disney’ returns tonight with 11 new shows

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After a one-hour special in February, the second season of “My Yard Goes Disney” returns tonight at 8 p.m. ET on HGTV. The special and recent presentations at Walt Disney World by host Brandon Johnson offered fans a look at all the wonderfully themed and unexpected elements the show will feature this season. During the … Continue reading "HGTV’s ‘My Yard Goes Disney’ returns tonight with 11 new shows"
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Summer to Remember: Resort Showcase Day 1

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Well, here I am back in Walt Disney World for a few days, for what’s become an annual event in recent years — the Resort Showcase, during which Disney shines a spotlight on everything that’s new and exciting all around its parks and resort hotels, here in Florida and even worldwide. This year’s theme for … Continue reading "Summer to Remember: Resort Showcase Day 1"
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A WDW Afternoon with new Hidden Mickeys

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I wandered Walt Disney World recently to check out some new Hidden Mickey sightings. Sarah McGovern wrote me about a pine cone Hidden Mickey on the ground near Fort Wilderness. I walked the trail from the Wilderness Lodge to Fort Wilderness to find the pine cone image. This trail has a dirt path segment that … Continue reading "A WDW Afternoon with new Hidden Mickeys"
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Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground – Part Two

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Yesterday I discussed the various campsites and cabins at Fort Wilderness and the transportation options. Today I’m going to talk about the many opportunities for adventure found at the campground. Most people who visit Walt Disney World focus their attention on visiting the theme parks. But when you stay at Fort Wilderness, you have a … Continue reading "Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground – Part Two"
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Fancy Free at Walt Disney World

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Upside, inside out, she’s livin’ la vida Mickey. Yeah, Minnie Mouse has it pretty bad for him. Many of us aren’t too far behind as we venture down, left, right, and up to Walt Disney World for another series of magical days. It seems that no matter how many visits we make, there’s always something … Continue reading "Fancy Free at Walt Disney World"
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Ft. Wilderness Holiday Decorations

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Every year many of the good folks who have campsites at Fort Wilderness during the Christmas season do an incredible job decorating their sites. It’s become a tradition that brings the same people back year after year; and each year they add more and more items to their display. Many of you may have seen … Continue reading "Ft. Wilderness Holiday Decorations"
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Disney Pic of the Week: Fort Wilderness

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I have always heard about how campers at Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground decorate their camping sites during the Christmas holidays. Last December, after eating dinner at Trail’s End, my family and I took a walk around one of the nearby camping loops. The holiday displays we saw rival, if not surpass, many home displays … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Fort Wilderness"
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My Top Five Things To Do in WDW Beyond The Parks

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This week we get to list our top five things to do in Walt Disney World beyond the theme and water parks. However, before we get to that task I do want to comment on last week’s blog. The most popular Disney Water Park among those that commented was Typhoon Lagoon. The lazy river at … Continue reading "My Top Five Things To Do in WDW Beyond The Parks"
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Employees Must Wash Hands

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You know who you are. You’re determined to visit every restroom in Disney parks and resorts. It’s assumed that each one is themed to match it’s location and it’s true. I know because I’m one of you and so are my friends. While our Disney Pic of the Week – Restrooms would most likely have … Continue reading "Employees Must Wash Hands"
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