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Disney Soundsational Summer Press Event – What’s Next!

Posted on by Laura Gilbreath
As promised, here’s a number of videos from the Disney Soundsational Summer press event. There was quite a bit of info presented in the What’s Next presentation, which was held in the construction area just outside one of the entrances to what will be the new Cars Land. Disneyland President George Kalogridis talked about the … Continue reading "Disney Soundsational Summer Press Event – What’s Next!"
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Star Tours – The Adventures Continue – Early Departure Event

Posted on by Laura Gilbreath
Lee Zimmerman, Laura’s husband, is guest blogging this report on the Star Tours Early Entry Event at Disneyland on Friday, May 20. — Laura had to work Friday and it was my off day, so she drafted me, typically her behind-the-scenes video guy, to attend this event in her place. Since I am a huge … Continue reading "Star Tours – The Adventures Continue – Early Departure Event"
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Aging Space Mountain Magic Kingdom

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Recently, I came across one of my favorite photos of Space Mountain taken way back in December of 2006. One of the reasons for my fondness is the hint of autumn colors in the trees. Something not often seen in Florida. Space Mountain from the monorail.Nikon D70/18-200VR, 1/160s, f/6.3, ISO 200, EV +0.7, 50mm focal … Continue reading "Aging Space Mountain Magic Kingdom"
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Disney Pic of the Week: Queues

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Imagine my surprise when I headed up the Fastpass queue for Space Mountain last December to find it totally empty. Space Mountain was still experiencing unexpected downtime after a year long refit and I was the first to enter after one of them. The new video games where only showing patterns as they don’t become … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Queues"
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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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