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My family and I have enjoyed dining at the ’50s Prime Time Cafe in Disney’s Hollywood Studios since the park first opened back in 1989. I would call the food there “American Comfort”. The service I would call interactive and fun! If you are looking for a great experience and are willing to immerse yourself … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: ’50s Prime Time Cafe in Disney’s Hollywood Studios"
Soarin’ Around the World … and behind the scenes
Posted onThe entrance to Soarin’ Around the World at Disney’s California Adventure. Prior to a recent trip to California Adventure at the Disneyland Resort, my wife Janet signed us up to take a behind-the-scenes tour of the Soarin’ Around the World attraction. The one-hour tour is offered to members of the Disney Vacation Club. Soarin’ Around … Continue reading "Soarin’ Around the World … and behind the scenes"
Disney Pic of the Week: Best Photo of 2017
Posted onLast year, my wife and I became grandparents for the first time. We got to share my grandson’s first character meal experience with him at the Crystal Palace restaurant in the Magic Kingdom a few months ago. At 8 months, he was not afraid of the characters. It was funny watching the characters come up … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Best Photo of 2017"
Disney Pic of the Week: Christmas 2017
Posted onLast year I captured Santa sending his love to all of us during Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade at a Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in the Magic Kingdom. It was a magical moment for me and for those around me. Santa sending his love during the Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade at … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Christmas 2017"
Disney Pic of the Week: Holidays
Posted onWhat’s a holiday in England/United Kingdom at Epcot’s World Showcase without a spot of tea poured from a festive tea pot? This decoration always brings a smile to my face as my Mother had a holiday tea set just like it. Though it was never used, it was part of each year’s Christmas in my … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Holidays"
Disney Pic of the Week: Star Tours
Posted onThe anticipation as you watch the pre-boarding video at Star Tours in Disney’s Hollywood Studios in waiting for the doors to open gets your adrenaline pumping. You wonder which sequences will be shown and who will be the Rebel spy the Empire will be looking for. Maybe it will be you! Doors open to a … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Star Tours"
Christmas Traditions in Epcot’s World Showcase
Posted onIn this festive time of year, Epcot’s World Showcase countries get into the international spirit of the holidays. As guests walk from pavilion to pavilion they will come across the Epcot Storytellers who share their country’s Christmas and holiday traditions in very entertaining ways. One can find other traditions while shopping, too. In Germany’s Die … Continue reading "Christmas Traditions in Epcot’s World Showcase"
Disney Pic of the Week: Toy Story Midway Mania
Posted onThe queue for the second track for Toy Story Midway Mania at Disney’s Hollywood Studios takes you through Andy’s Room’s closet before boarding a ride vehicle to play 3-D video games. Queue for the second track of Toy Story Midway Mania ride enters Andy’s Room.Nikon D750/28-300VR, 1/8s, f/3.5, ISO 6400, EV 0, 28mm Focal Length.
Walt Disney World in Black and White
Posted onI always associate Disney with color. Which is interesting because I first watched Walt Disney’s Wonderful World of Color television show on my family’s black and white tv back in the mid-1960’s. With that in mind, this week I decided to visit each of Walt Disney World’s themeparks in Black and White. All of these … Continue reading "Walt Disney World in Black and White"
Moonlight Magic Returns in 2018 for Disney Vacation Club Members
Posted onComplimentary Moonlight Magic events invite Disney Vacation Club Members and special guests to turn Disney Parks into their own personal playgrounds at the end of the parks’ operating days. While attendees may get a jump start on the fun by mixing in with the regular crowd earlier in the evening, the real magic happens after … Continue reading "Moonlight Magic Returns in 2018 for Disney Vacation Club Members"
