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New Wing Opens at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel and Spa

Posted on by Laura Gilbreath
On Wednesday morning, September 23, the new wing of the Grand Californian Resort and Spa opened, just a little over two years after Disney announced the expansion of the resort. Speaking at the Grand Opening ceremony were Disneyland Resort President Ed Grier, Disney Vacation Club President Jim Lewis and Anaheim City Manager Tom Wood. The … Continue reading "New Wing Opens at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel and Spa"
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Kidani Village — Pembe Savanna

Posted on by Jack Spence
The six-acre Pembe Savanna which surrounds the north wing of Kidani Village at the Animal Kingdom Lodge opened today (September 1). I was on hand to check things out. Unfortunately, I don’t have much to report as there isn’t anything “new” that I didn’t already cover in my Kidani Village blogs. You see, for the … Continue reading "Kidani Village — Pembe Savanna"
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Disney Pic of the Week: Resort Activities

Posted on by Scott Thomas
When I am in Walt Disney World, I am on vacation. I know others have a different view of vacation and I do realize not everyone is there on vacation. Especially in Disney’s Boardwalk and Epcot resort area where the Swan, Dolphin, Yacht and Beach Club resorts host many business conventions and seminars. Yet, it … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Resort Activities"
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Disneyland First Time Visitor – Your Tips

Posted on by Laura Gilbreath
Last month I asked for your tips to help AllEars® reader Nancy plan her first trip to Disneyland this fall. Thanks to everyone who responded. In the interests of length, I have edited and combined similar responses. Before we start, though, I wanted to mention that AllEars® blogger Jack Spence wrote a couple of blogs … Continue reading "Disneyland First Time Visitor – Your Tips"
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Bowling Alley Swim

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Pop Century resort’s Bowling themed pool.Nikon D70/18-70G, 1/60s, f/4, 200 ISO, +0.3 EV, 18mm Focal Length While many of my fellow guests were still sleeping, I got up early while staying at the Pop Century resort to take advantage of the cool morning light. As an avid bowler, I took great joy in finding the … Continue reading "Bowling Alley Swim"
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Disney Pics of the Week – Swimming Pools

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
With summer kicking into high gear, Scott and Lisa and I thought it might be nice to show you some of Disney’s swimming pools. As I type this, the temperature in Oregon (where I live) is creeping up to the 100 degree mark. What I wouldn’t give to jump into one of the many refreshing … Continue reading "Disney Pics of the Week – Swimming Pools"
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Where in the World #95

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #94: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2009 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D300, 18-200VR, 1/6s shutter, f/8, ISO 400 If you guessed the Grand Floridian, then right you are! This giant bird cage sits in the lobby of Disney’s ultimate deluxe resort. Howard Schreiber was the first to send in the correct answer … Continue reading "Where in the World #95"
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Where in the World #94

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #93: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2007 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 18-200VR, 1/250s shutter, f/5.6 Either I stumped you good this week or everyone was having too much fun celebrating the Fourth of July to play. This is the waterwheel at Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside. This was the resort I stayed … Continue reading "Where in the World #94"
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Arusha Rock

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Great White Egret near Arusha Rock.Nikon D70/18-200VR, 1/250s, f/5.6, 200 ISO, +0.3 EV, 200mm Focal Length From Arusha Rock, the Animal Kingdom Lodge’s elevated viewing area, you can see Giraffes, Zebras, Gazelles and other African animals was well many birds species which are both African and Flordian. The animals can be easily photographed with a … Continue reading "Arusha Rock"
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Disney Pics of the Week – Animal Kingdom Lodge

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
One of the most impressive resorts at Walt Disney World is the Animal Kingdom Lodge, our subject for Pic of the Week this week. From the grand lobby to the savannahs, this resort is absolutely amazing. I always make time to visit, even when I’m staying elsewhere. Copyright © 2007 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 18-200VR … Continue reading "Disney Pics of the Week – Animal Kingdom Lodge"
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