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Disney Pic of the Week: France

Posted on by Scott Thomas
I am substituting for Barrie this week who found herself without access to the Internet where she is staying in Florida before coming to Walt Disney World later this week. Barrie will owe me big time for this. 😉 France, the country, brings thoughts of romance, Paris, the Eiffel Tower, French cuisine and fabulous breads … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: France"
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Where in the World #206

Posted on by Erin Blackwell
A lot of us are here in Walt Disney World – like Lindsay Leach, 8 years and in Disney at last – or have just left like Caroline Burmester or getting close to the single digit dance like Jason And Melinda Lenz. Here’s to all the magical memories! Susie Howard, what a fantastic way to … Continue reading "Where in the World #206"
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Big Mountain in the Magic Kingdom

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad takes you over and through a mountain.Nikon D700/28-300VR, 1/125s, f/16, ISO 320, EV 0, 28mm focal length. The wonderful thing about Disney mountains is that while you can not climb them you are invited to ride over and through them. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is my favorite ride at the Magic … Continue reading "Big Mountain in the Magic Kingdom"
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Chess Playing Pirates of the Caribbean

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Skeletons playing chess in the Pirates of the Caribbean to an eternal stalemate.Nikon D700/50mm, 1/20s, f/1.8, ISO 6400, EV +0.3. When you enter the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction in Walt Disney World and take the right queue line, you will see two skeletons playing chess. Imagineer Marc Davis set up the chess pieces so … Continue reading "Chess Playing Pirates of the Caribbean"
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Mount Mayday at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
Copyright © 2011 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D300, 18-200mm VR, 1/200s shutter, f8, ISO 200 For my contribution to Pic of the Week I chose one of Disney’s lesser known mountains, Mt. Mayday at Typhoon Lagoon. The shrimp boat Miss Tilly has been stranded atop this mountain since the big storm that created Typhoon Lagoon. Several … Continue reading "Mount Mayday at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon"
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2011 Osborne Lights, and a few Hidden Mickeys

Posted on by Steve Barrett
Vickie and I visited Disney’s Hollywood Studios to check out “The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights.” I stopped by a Hidden Mickey in a painted window at the entrance to the Streets of America, not far from the Writer’s Stop. A classic Mickey sand trap is in the leftmost window as you face the … Continue reading "2011 Osborne Lights, and a few Hidden Mickeys"
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Have a Jolly Good Time at the Rose and Crown

Posted on by Andrew Rossi
When it comes to truly immersive dining experiences, Epcot’s World Showcase offers a tremendous variety of restaurants to try. While each country’s restaurants offer something a little different for guests, they share a common thread in that they all strive to achieve a level of authenticity that helps immerse guests into that country’s cuisine and … Continue reading "Have a Jolly Good Time at the Rose and Crown"
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Where in the World #205

Posted on by Erin Blackwell
Wait a minute, Players, we have a cast member amongst us! John from Animal Kingdom. That’s a good lead-in for me saying: when we talk the next time, peeps, I will be in Walt Disney World! Staying at my home away from home, Fort Wilderness! Maybe I will see some of you there. While we’re … Continue reading "Where in the World #205"
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First Inhabitants of Animal Kingdom

Posted on by AllEars
During the construction of Animal Kingdom, Walt Disney World’s Media Relations office sent out periodic updates to journalists. These were oversized full color newletters designed to acquaint the media with the newest theme park, Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The following photos were taken at Animal Kingdom but the names are unknown. The very first inhabitants were … Continue reading "First Inhabitants of Animal Kingdom"
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Disney Pic of the Week: Trees

Posted on by Scott Thomas
I remember when I first visited EPCOT Center (as it was known as in 1983) all the landscaping was perfect and the trees where from 8 to 15 feet high. As the years have gone by, many of the trees have grown very tall. In searching out a photo for this week’s theme, I really … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Trees"
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