Tag: Hidden Mickeys

California Grill and Pirates of the Caribbean

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One evening, I met Jim and Mark, two friends and neighbors of mine, at the California Grill Restaurant. It was their first time to dine there. We had reservations for 9 p.m. or so, but we arrived at opening (5:30 p.m.) in hopes of getting an earlier seating. It worked! After about 40 minutes, we … Continue reading "California Grill and Pirates of the Caribbean"
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Looking for Mickey in the Magic Kingdom

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I was at WDW looking for Hidden Mickeys while thousands were running the Disney marathon and half marathon. I was fortunate to track down Lou Mongello at the Contemporary Resort, and we sampled the food at the new Contempo Cafe (where the Concourse Steakhouse used to be located). At this new eatery, you place your … Continue reading "Looking for Mickey in the Magic Kingdom"
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December in the Magic Kingdom

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Central Florida has enjoyed glorious weather most of this December, so I looked forward to my several days of holiday Hidden Mickeys research. In fact, on a comfortable, sunny Florida day at Walt Disney World, I’m easily distracted and often forget the purpose of my visit! Craig Canady, Alan, and Bill Griffin sent me Hidden … Continue reading "December in the Magic Kingdom"
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MouseFest, 2008 Hidden Mickeys

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I had a great time meeting up with the rest of the All Ears team at the Gaylord Palms Resort on Friday evening of MouseFest. This was a perfect venue for dinner and mingling. After dinner, those of us from the south donned parkas (the Northerners would have been comfortable in swimsuits!) to walk through … Continue reading "MouseFest, 2008 Hidden Mickeys"
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Thanksgiving Week at WDW

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I had the pleasure of spending time at WDW with family and friends during Thanksgiving week. We enjoyed a few of the Christmas decorations in the parks and resorts; more and more of them appear as the week unfolds. Most of the decked out Christmas trees and elaborate gingerbread displays have decorative and hidden Mickeys. … Continue reading "Thanksgiving Week at WDW"
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A Visit to The Oasis in Animal Kingdom

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I enjoy visiting Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Some folks don’t consider that this park has a full day’s worth of activities, but I beg to differ. The Animal Kingdom has plenty to offer, especially if you can slow down and observe the animals after first enjoying the headliner attractions. I like to spend time in The … Continue reading "A Visit to The Oasis in Animal Kingdom"
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A Visit to the Food & Wine Festival

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I enjoy the music of the Epcot Festivals, so I visit whenever I can to hear great musicians from the (recent) past. I had the opportunity to catch a performance by David Sanborn, a well-known jazz saxophonist. The America Gardens Theatre was already full of jazz fans when I arrived. After his first few sax … Continue reading "A Visit to the Food & Wine Festival"
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Cinderella’s Royal Suite Hidden Mickeys

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I was fortunate to able to join a tour of the special suite in Cinderella Castle, Magic Kingdom. (Actually, Deb Wills had toured the suite before, so she kindly offered me her spot! Very cool!) We entered an anteroom through a door at the side of the walkway through the Castle. An elevator took us … Continue reading "Cinderella’s Royal Suite Hidden Mickeys"
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Hunting Mickey on the Disney Magic Cruise Ship

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I just returned from a 5-day cruise on the Disney Magic. Deb Wills and I were the hosts for our group. On the second day, I gave an introductory talk on Hidden Mickeys in the Buena Vista Theater. I encouraged everyone to search the ship for Hidden Mickeys. The next three days, I led 5 … Continue reading "Hunting Mickey on the Disney Magic Cruise Ship"
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