Tag: Universe of Energy

RIP Great Movie Ride, Universe of Energy, and Main Street Electrical Parade

Posted on by Jeanine Yamanaka
So we took a short break from our everlasting Expo coverage to make a hasty Walt Disney World and Disneyland pilgrimage to say goodbye to a couple of old friends. Over at Disneyland, the evergreen Main Street Electrical Parade glowed away once again. It’s always a little sad to see something that’s been around that … Continue reading "RIP Great Movie Ride, Universe of Energy, and Main Street Electrical Parade"
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‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ and ‘Ratatouille’ Attractions Coming to Epcot

Posted on by Jack Marshall
Plans were unveiled unveiled at the D23 Expo on July 15 that Epcot will receive not one, but two new attractions inspired by popular films. A "Guardians of the Galaxy"-inspired attraction will be added to Future World, adhering to the original vision of Epcot's Future World as the place to experience the excitement and adventure offered by space travel. This new attraction will replace the current Universe of Energy attraction, which will close August 13, 2017. Disney-Pixar's "Ratatouille"-inspired attraction will be added to the France Pavilion in World Showcase. The attraction will expand the pavilion. Similar to the 4-D attraction Ratatouille: The Adventure that opened at the Walt Disney Studios Park in Paris in 2014, guests will be able to shrink to Remy's size and scurry to safety in a dazzling chase across a kitchen with the sights, sounds and smells of Gusteau's legendary Parisian restaurant. According to Disney leaders, both attractions will open in time for the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort in 2021.
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Disney Pic of the Week: Universe of Energy

Posted on by AllEars
Here’s an interesting photo I found of the outside of the Universe of Energy. At one time, in the early 2000s, the Flower and Garden festival would feature larger than life insects and bugs. From spiders to bees, to lady bugs.. they were great sculptures to see. Here is one in the water feature out … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Universe of Energy"
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Disney Pic of the Week: Universe of Energy

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Back when Epcot first opened in 1982, the concept of using solar panels to produce electricity was still a new and expensive proposition. The Universe of Energy’s roof is filled with such panels which partially power the huge vehicles filled with guests through the attraction teaching when, where, how and what energy is. Universe of … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Universe of Energy"
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Fisheye Awakening at Epcot

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Lately, when I want to use a prime lens these days at Walt Disney World, I put the Sigma 15mm f/2.8 Fisheye lens on my full-frame digital SLR. A Nikon D750 in my case. This is the third time I have featured this lens on the blog. Let’s get started. Spaceship Earth is my Cinderella … Continue reading "Fisheye Awakening at Epcot"
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Where in the World #289

Posted on by Erin Blackwell
To all who come to this photo trivia game, Welcome! Along the way, the photos can make us relive memories and see details Walt’s Imagineers put into everything we love in Walt Disney World! It’s a big day, Players! A Big, big day! Does everyone have everything for the party? Then let’s go! Celebrate! It’s … Continue reading "Where in the World #289"
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