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Jim’s Attic: The History Behind the Saratoga Springs DVC Resort

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Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa officially opened May 17, 2004 with a "health-history-horses" theme. The Development Manager for the project was Kevin Cummings, which was ironically appropriate. Cummings was born and raised in Saratoga Springs, New York, the city that was the inspiration for the new Disney Vacation Club resort. In fact, at the time, his twin brother still lived in that historic upstate New York town so Kevin would go back to visit several times during the year, especially to attend the races.
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Senses Spa – Grand Floridian Opens December 17th

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The fully remodeled spa, now owned and operated by Disney, is set to open December 17. Imagineers blended Grand Floridian turn-of-the-century elegance with modern touches – plus a dash of Disney whimsy. Spa-goers first walk through the new Victorian style entryway and indulge in a relax, renew, or imagine journey that’s determined by your treatment … Continue reading "Senses Spa – Grand Floridian Opens December 17th"
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Where in the World #80

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #79: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2007 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 18-200VR, 1/320s shutter, f/9 To all you folks who guessed the Tomorrowland Indy Speedway, you were in good company! That was the most popular answer this week. Designed to look like the horses’ gate at a racetrack, this water play … Continue reading "Where in the World #80"
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Where in the World #71

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This was Challenge #70: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2005 Barrie Brewer, Fuji Finepix S5000, 1/20s shutter, f2.8 This is one of the doorplates at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa. Saratoga Springs is one of the Disney Vacation Club properties. If you mentioned Saratoga Springs in your answer this week, even if you … Continue reading "Where in the World #71"
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