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Morning at the Beach Club Villa Resort

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Early morning at the Beach Club Villa DVC Resort.Nikon D700/28-300VR, 1/60s, f/16, ISO 1400, EV 0, 28mm focal length. I photographed this early morning view from my room in the Beach Club Villas Disney Vacation Club Resort as I waited for my roommates to get ready to head to the parks. The calm scene is … Continue reading "Morning at the Beach Club Villa Resort"
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Cast Member Magic at Walt Disney World

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Disney parks are wonderful.The attractions and rides are second to none in the world. As Lisa would remind us, without the Cast Members, the MAGIC we all associate with a Disney vacation would not exist. On my last trip, I meet three such Cast Members which created magic for my family and other guests. While … Continue reading "Cast Member Magic at Walt Disney World"
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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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A look back at discontinued Haunted Carriage Rides at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground

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I was surprised, and disappointed, to learn that Walt Disney World has discontinued its seasonal Haunted Carriage Rides at Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. When we stayed in the cabins last fall, we took the ride for the first time and enjoyed the special Halloween experience. It was just the right amount of thrill, without … Continue reading "A look back at discontinued Haunted Carriage Rides at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground"
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Art of Animation — Little Mermaid Section

Posted on by Jack Spence
Once again I visited the Art of Animation Resort, this time for the grand opening of the final phase of this Disney property, The Little Mermaid section. I toured the grounds and stayed in a standard room during my visit. Let’s start with the room. To begin with, the Little Mermaid section of the Art … Continue reading "Art of Animation — Little Mermaid Section"
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BoardWalk Promenade – Part 2 of 2

Posted on by Jack Spence
Yesterday I discussed Sea Breeze Point to Seashore Sweets along the BoardWalk. Today I will continue my journey along this promenade of yesterday and today. I am often asked to name my favorite Walt Disney World restaurant. I usually respond with, “What category of restaurant? Counter service?” Of course I know full well people are … Continue reading "BoardWalk Promenade – Part 2 of 2"
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