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BE OUR GUEST RESTAURANT HONORED WITH NATIONAL INNOVATION AWARD

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
Just six months after opening its doors, Be Our Guest Restaurant at Magic Kingdom Park earned national recognition for the groundbreaking dining experience being provided to guests in New Fantasyland. Walt Disney Parks and Resorts received an Operator Innovation Award from the National Restaurant Association (NRA) for the technology at the restaurant. An independent panel of expert judges recognized Disney for driving advancement in the foodservice industry.
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Travel Photography at Walt Disney World

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Really, Scott? Isn’t the title redundant? We all take travel photos at Walt Disney World, don’t we? Well, yes and no. While photos taken at any Disney property can be considered travel photographs, do they tell a story? Do they give someone looking at the photo a sense of place? Travel photography should do both. … Continue reading "Travel Photography at Walt Disney World"
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A Quiet and Casual Lunch at the Grand Floridian Café

Posted on by Andrew Rossi
When it comes to fine dining the Grand Floridian Resort and Spa has some of the most exclusive restaurants in all of Disney World. First and foremost among these restaurants is Victoria and Albert’s. An eleven time recipient of the prestigious AAA Five Diamond Award, this restaurant offers innovative cooking with a menu that changes … Continue reading "A Quiet and Casual Lunch at the Grand Floridian Café"
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A Preview of the New California Grill at the Contemporary Resort

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
The Contemporary Resort's popular restaurant, California Grill, closed February 1, 2013, for an extensive refurbishment. The Disney Parks Blog recently released renderings of what the new California Grill dining room and onstage kitchen will look like when it opens later this summer, as well as a few items that will appear on the new menu. Designed by the Puccini Group in San Francisco, the restaurant will feature a wall of wines at the entrance and will showcase the spectacular views of the Magic Kingdom below.
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Pluto’s Private Dance Party

Posted on by Lisa Berton
I think I can speak for my California posse when I say, the highlight of a day at Disneyland is playing with the characters. Whether it’s a deep discussion about looking after mischievous Alice with Mad Hatter or high-fiving Pinocchio as he heads backstage, these are moments we treasure. My friend Yoli (who I’ll be … Continue reading "Pluto’s Private Dance Party"
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Signs of the Magic Kingdom

Posted on by Scott Thomas
I was looking for signs I had photographed in the Magic Kingdom using a metadata search of my Disney photo library. From the photos displayed in the search I selected these to share with you. My favorite counter service restaurant in the Magic Kingdom is found in Liberty Square. Columbia Harbour House has a varied … Continue reading "Signs of the Magic Kingdom"
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Italian Volcano Ovens in Epcot

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Chefs work to feed the three wood fired ovens at Via Napoli.Nikon D700/50mm, 1/60s, f/1.8, ISO 400, EV +0.6 Napoli restaurant has become my favorite restaurant in Epcot’s World Showcase. On my last trip I got in low at the large communal table leading up to the open air kitchen featuring the three wood fired … Continue reading "Italian Volcano Ovens in Epcot"
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Disney Pic of the Week – Water Fountains

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Disney Imagineers use water fountains to enhance the beauty of the parks all over the world. Some are very large like the Fountain in Epcot and some are small like the one kids play in at Downtown Disney. So, I was not surprised to see a water fountain on the Disney Dream cruise ship inside … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Water Fountains"
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San Angel Inn in Mexico

Posted on by Scott Thomas
San Angel Inn restaurant inside Mexico.Nikon D70/Tokina 11-16mm, 25s, f/16, ISO 200, EV 0, 11mm focal length, tripod. The San Angel Inn restaurant inside the Mexico pavilion always looks so inviting. Nice rich colors and an awesome atmosphere which was I why I chose it for my Disney Pic of the Week on Mexico. Problem … Continue reading "San Angel Inn in Mexico"
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Disney Land and Sea

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Disney Land and Sea. Scott is on vacation this week. This time he is doing a Land and Sea trip to Walt Disney World which will include a 4-night cruise on the Disney Dream followed by a stay at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. He’ll be back next week with more Disney photography information and tips. … Continue reading "Disney Land and Sea"
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