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Hunting for WDW Resort Hidden Mickeys

Posted on by Steve Barrett
Within the last few days, I’ve visited all the WDW Resorts to find and verify Hidden Mickeys. One of the real joys in the Hidden Mickey hunt is finding a new one, at least new to me! What makes the hunt even more special is following directions, sometimes unclear, to spot an awesome Hidden Mickey … Continue reading "Hunting for WDW Resort Hidden Mickeys"
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Where in the World #175

Posted on by Erin Blackwell
Hi, guys! Time for a few shout outs! Barrie and Craig! Whoo hoo! Good to see you! – Lee Anastasi: really?! Now I have to go look at the blog archives. LOL! – Patti McCaffrey: Welcome to AllEars and the Where in the World Photo Fun contest! We’re so happy you found us. 🙂 – … Continue reading "Where in the World #175"
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Bay Lake Tower Grand Villa

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
Copyright © 2010 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D300, 18-200mm VR, 1/1000s shutter, f3.2, ISO 800 Last May I took a tour of Bay Lake Tower, including a look at one of the Grand Villas, which is the subject of my Pic of the Week for resort rooms. Here you can see the living room and dining … Continue reading "Bay Lake Tower Grand Villa"
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Disney Pic of the Week: Resort Rooms

Posted on by Scott Thomas
If the Walt Disney World theme parks were not so great, the Disney resorts could easily satisfy many a vacationing family. They are all themed like the parks and have the ability to take you away from the mundane hotel rooms of other popular travel destinations. Some rooms can transport you to world of Captain … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Resort Rooms"
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Swan Resort Fountain

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Guess which resort this fountain is in?Nikon D70/18-200VR, 1/15s, f/3.5, ISO 400, EV +0.3, 18mm Focal Length. In a hallway off of the main lobby of the (you guessed it) the Swan Resort at Walt Disney World is this lovely fountain and seating area guests walk past from the elevator bank. A very fitting Disney … Continue reading "Swan Resort Fountain"
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Where in the World #172

Posted on by Erin Blackwell
Thank you to Diane Furtado for her note, and Aloha to you too, Danielle Ciotti! And major CONGRATULATIONS to the Hoekzema Family who just got one newborn larger! (And even sent their entry from the hospital!) Booyah! Now, this week’s contest! This was Challenge #171: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2010 Erin Blackwell Canon … Continue reading "Where in the World #172"
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Afternoon Tea at the Grand Floridian Resort

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
Copyright © 2007 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D300, 18-200mm VR, 1/160s shutter, f5.6, ISO 200 Afternoon tea awaits Princess Madison. My Pic of the Week comes from the Grand Floridian, where Afternoon Tea is served daily from 2:00pm – 4:30pm. What a special way to wind down and cool off in the heat of the day. … Continue reading "Afternoon Tea at the Grand Floridian Resort"
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A Relaxing Escape at Olivia’s Cafe

Posted on by Andrew Rossi
Guest Blogger Andrew Rossi returns with a review of Olivia’s Cafe at Disney’s Old Key West Resort. When it comes to dining at Disney, the restaurants inside the theme parks tend to receive much of the attention. While there are certainly some dining locations at the resorts that are immensely popular, such as Ohana at … Continue reading "A Relaxing Escape at Olivia’s Cafe"
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Where in the World #168

Posted on by Erin Blackwell
First a wave hi to Mary Beth Tarbet. HI! Thanks for the nice note! Now, this week’s contest! This was Challenge #167: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2009 Erin Blackwell Canon PhotoShot SD890 IS, 7mm, 1/125s shutter, f/3.2 , ISO 80 (Interior SCN Mode) You guys surprised me! I thought you would find this … Continue reading "Where in the World #168"
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Where in the World #167

Posted on by Erin Blackwell
I have a few more shout outs this week: Thank you for the warm welcome from Carol and Gary Gamill; a big kudos to Lisa Berton for the most thorough answer imaginable. And David W.? You won. 😉 Now, this week’s contest! This was Challenge #166: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2007 Erin Blackwell … Continue reading "Where in the World #167"
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