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New Space Mountain Sound System

Posted on by Jack Spence
Any of you who read my blogs on a regular basis know that I’m generally pretty positive when it comes to Disney. I have my occasional complaint, but overall, I’m generous with my praise. But today I cannot give Disney glowing accolades for the new sound system they installed on Space Mountain at the Magic … Continue reading "New Space Mountain Sound System"
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Captain EO Returns to Disneyland

Posted on by Laura Gilbreath
Captain EO, the 3D film starring Michael Jackson which ran at Disneyland from 1986-1997, re-opened at Disneyland on Tuesday, February 23 as Captain EO Tribute. In addition to Michael Jackson starring as the title character, the cast features Anjelica Huston as the Supreme Leader. It was produced by George Lucas and directed by Francis Ford … Continue reading "Captain EO Returns to Disneyland"
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TTA Colors

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Tomorrowland Transit Authority long exposure abstract.Nikon D70/18-200VR, 5s, f/4, ISO 200, EV +0.3, 18mm Focal Length Still working on seeing abstract compositions. While riding the Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland Transit Authority and watching the colored lights changing I created this for my Disney Pic of the Week on Abstracts.
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Have a Seat in Walt Disney World – Part 1

Posted on by Jack Spence
Anyone who has ever visited a theme park knows that it doesn’t take very long before your feet begin to hurt and your back begins to ache. Most of us just don’t spend that much time walking — and standing — anymore. We often tucker out quickly. So it’s no surprise that Disney has placed … Continue reading "Have a Seat in Walt Disney World – Part 1"
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Captain EO Returns to Disneyland Resort

Posted on by AllEars
Twenty-three years ago, at the height of his phenomenal entertainment career, Michael Jackson joined forces with Disney to create “Captain EO,” a groundbreaking 17-minute 3D film experience. We are excited to confirm that the classic musical spectacular that thrilled Disneyland park guests from 1986 – 1997, will return for an exclusive, limited engagement at Disneyland … Continue reading "Captain EO Returns to Disneyland Resort"
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In Camera Cropping

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Many times I have taken a photo which looked good in the viewfinder but, when reviewing it in the camera’s LCD display, not so much. It happens when I am not careful and forget to look around the edges before pressing the shutter release. In the photo below I was intent on Space Mountain before … Continue reading "In Camera Cropping"
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TTA — Tomorrowland Transit Authority – Update

Posted on by Jack Spence
Update: October 3, 2009 Yesterday, I rode the TTA. I was surprised to hear a new audio track had replaced the old narrative. A cast member told me this change took place on Thursday, October 2nd – the day I was riding. Gone are the old jokes about keeping your forward facing tentacles inside your … Continue reading "TTA — Tomorrowland Transit Authority – Update"
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Tomorrowland Skyway Station

Posted on by Jack Spence
On November 10, 1999, a favorite ride for many of us closed. The Skyway that once carried guests over Tomorrowland and Fantasyland stopped running. It was a sad day. The towers and cables were removed soon after, but both stations have remained – until now. Today, backhoes and bulldozers are busy in Tomorrowland, eating away … Continue reading "Tomorrowland Skyway Station"
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Group Photos at Disneyland

Posted on by Lisa Berton
This time last week I offered tips on where to pose groups of Guests and who would be willing to take the photo so you can be in it as well, at Walt Disney World. Now it’s Disneyland visitors’ turn to learn and hopefully they won’t get burned by…the sun. Ahem. Yeah so, there are … Continue reading "Group Photos at Disneyland"
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Sunset in Tomorrowland

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
Copyright © 2007 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 18-200VR lens, 1/1000s shutter, f8 Here’s my Pic of the Week for Tomorrowland. I took this while riding on the TTA one evening. What a lovely ride that was, a perfect time to be in the Magic Kingdom.
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