Tag: Tom Sawyer Island

Frontierland Reflections in the Magic Kingdom

Posted on by Scott Thomas
After an early breakfast at the Crystal Palace, the Magic Kingdom had not officially opened and was very quiet. The Rivers of America was still enough to become a reflective surface. Like any photographer, I took full advantage. First up was Harper’s Mill on Tom Sawyer Island being reflected in the water. Harper’s Mill on … Continue reading "Frontierland Reflections in the Magic Kingdom"
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Disneyland Attractions Reopen – 6/16/17

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
Contributing photographer Jason of disneygeek.com sends us these photos from his trip to the Disneyland Resort on Friday, June 16, 2017. A number of attractions and areas at Disneyland reopened today after having been closed due to construction and renovations. First, here’s Tom Sawyer Island, which reopened today. The Treehouse has survived the renovation work, … Continue reading "Disneyland Attractions Reopen – 6/16/17"
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Disney Pic of the Week: Rocking Chairs

Posted on by Scott Thomas
After a few hours of walking around any Walt Disney World park, a rocking chair to sit down and relax in is a very welcome sight. I found a member of my party really relaxing over on Tom Sawyer Island in the Magic Kingdom back in 2009. A guest takes a nap in a rocking … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Rocking Chairs"
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Adding People to Your Walt Disney World Photographs

Posted on by Scott Thomas
I try to avoid touristy shots when I am photographing at Walt Disney World. Static photos of an empty park while nice is not something I like to do. The parks only come alive when their are people involved. Whether they are cast members or guests, seeing people interact with another person or thing is … Continue reading "Adding People to Your Walt Disney World Photographs"
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Hidden Mickeys at Tom Sawyer Island, Magic Kingdom

Posted on by Steve Barrett
Tom Sawyer Island is a huge playground for kids (and adults like me). Not surprisingly, Disney placed some cool Hidden Images here. Let’s start at the very back of the island, at Fort Langhorn. What do you think of this image? It’s hanging on the left side of the outside wall of the Blacksmith’s shop … Continue reading "Hidden Mickeys at Tom Sawyer Island, Magic Kingdom"
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Disney Social Media Cover Photos

Posted on by Scott Thomas
I am still an old photographer when it comes to the new age of Social Media. I often forget when I am photographing at Walt Disney World or some other fun destination to take pictures with the various cover images in mind. On my last trip, I made it a point to find locations or … Continue reading "Disney Social Media Cover Photos"
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Disney Pic of the Week – Lighting Fixtures

Posted on by Lisa Berton
Over the years, my fellow Picture This! bloggers and I have tried to cover everything possible as topics for our Disney Pic of the Week. Sometimes you can guess who came up with the theme. For instance, Hunks was my idea and it was vetoed so I went with Princes or Heroes. Then there’s Star … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Lighting Fixtures"
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More Hidden Mickeys at Disneyland Resort

Posted on by Steve Barrett
The next time you visit the Disneyland Resort in California, be sure to check out these Hidden Mickeys: Tom Sawyer Island in Frontierland has an elaborate “Pirate’s Lair” play area. Walk to the heaps of coins and look for three coins that form a classic (three-circle) Hidden Mickey. They’re peeking out from under a wood … Continue reading "More Hidden Mickeys at Disneyland Resort"
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Have you discovered these out-of-the-way play areas at Walt Disney World?

Posted on by AllEars
Before I knew better, I wondered why parents would spend time at the various playgrounds within Walt Disney World when there are so many other unique things to do only on Disney property. Now, after taking my own kids to Disney World for almost a decade, I understand — everyone needs a break! You might … Continue reading "Have you discovered these out-of-the-way play areas at Walt Disney World?"
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If I Ruled the World – Part One

Posted on by Jack Spence
Recently, Mike Scopa wrote a great four-part blog titled “My Fixit List.” In these articles, he discussed ten things at Walt Disney World that he believes have been neglected and need attention. His blogs got me to thinking, what would I do if I ruled the World – Walt Disney World, that is. If I … Continue reading "If I Ruled the World – Part One"
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