Tag: theme parks
For the last two weeks I have urged you to look around and enjoy the details found at Walt Disney World. Today I want to just share of few of my favorites from my last visit to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. As you walk into MuppetVision 3-D, you will see a series of fictitious movie posters … Continue reading "Sharing Details from Disney’s Hollywood Studios"
Disney Pic of the Week: 1990s
Posted onDespite ANY fears I may have, I am determined to ride every single ride at Walt Disney World at least once. The look on my face is sheer terror! I rode Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster just twice! Linda, of course, thought it was a BLAST!
Disney Pic of the Week: 1990s
Posted onBlack and White photo of the Tower of Terror’s lobby in the Disney/MGM Studios.Nikon D70/18-200VR, 1/15s, f/3.5, ISO 1600, EV -0.6, 18mm Focal Length. The old Disney/MGM Studios arrived on May 1st, 1989. My favorite attraction/ride in this park did not arrive until 1994. The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror was an instant hit with … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: 1990s"
Hidden Mickeys around Walt Disney World
Posted onI’m updating the Walt Disney World Hidden Mickeys book, so I’m visiting frequently. I check out potential new Hidden Mickeys and verify if old ones are still in place. Here are some images that I’ll add to the book. This first Hidden Mickey has stayed around a while, thankfully. At America Gardens Theatre, classic Hidden … Continue reading "Hidden Mickeys around Walt Disney World"
Look Up with a Twist at Walt Disney World
Posted onLast week I talked about Looking Down at Walt Disney World. This week we are Looking Up….from Our Phones. Believe me, I appreciate the modern day Smart Phone as much as the next person. Especially in a long queue line for a popular ride or attraction at a Disney park. However, you could end up … Continue reading "Look Up with a Twist at Walt Disney World"
Disney Pic of the Week: 1980s
Posted onThe 1980s… sadly I never stepped foot in the Magic Kingdom or Epcot during the 80s. So, once again I have to go elsewhere for a photo. Did you know Epcot once had real elephants in Future World? It did, in a special event called the Daredevil Circus Spectacular. Here is a photo a friend … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: 1980s"
Disney Pic of the Week: 1980s
Posted onMural seen in the queue as guests wait to ride the Maelstrom in Norway.Nikon D70/50mm, 1/20s, f/2.5, ISO 1600, EV +1. While I visited Walt Disney World many time during the 1980’s, I did not get a digital SLR camera until 2005. For my 1980’s photo, I found something I photographed in 2009 which was … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: 1980s"
Looking Down at Walt Disney World
Posted onIf you are a Walt Disney World veteran, you know when walking around the resort to look up and down and all around as Imagineers have placed details in all directions. This week I want to point out a couple of details you would miss if you did not look down. In Norway, you no … Continue reading "Looking Down at Walt Disney World"
Disney Pic of the Week: 1970s
Posted onLiberty Square dedication plaque in the Magic Kingdom.Nikon D700/28-300VR, 1/125s, f/4, ISO 200, EV +0.3, 28mm Focal Length. I did not visit Walt Disney World until 1983. For my 1970’s photo, I found something I photographed in 2010 which was there back in the 1970’s. The Liberty Square dedication plaque (not sure about dedication but … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: 1970s"
Disney Pic of the Week: Patriotic
Posted onI vividly remember the time I met Betsy Ross at the American Adventure. Her story was told as part of the 4th of July festivities back in 2010. Here are 2 photos featuring Betsy Ross in the American Adventure Rotunda. I’m not sure if she appeared after that time, but I know I never saw … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Patriotic"
