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Disney Pic of the Week: Statues

Posted on by Scott Thomas
There are many statues at the Walt Disney World Resort. You will find them in all the parks, resorts and shopping areas. They depict famous people, animated characters, movie characters and historical places and things. You can find anything Disney from Ariel to Walt Disney, himself. China, the country, is host to thousands of statues … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Statues"
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Disney Pic of the Week: Canada

Posted on by Scott Thomas
I grew up about 100 miles from the Canadian border in upstate New York and visited Canada often in my youth to play ice hockey. It was always a treat to be in a country which considers hockey it’s national sport and everyone would have an opinion about their favorite National Hockey League (NHL) teams. … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Canada"
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Have a Seat in Walt Disney World – Part 2

Posted on by Jack Spence
Like everything that Disney does, theming is paramount. In this multi-part blog I’ll be touring all four parks and pointing out benches, chairs, and other seating options that have been themed specifically for a land or area. For the most part, I’ll be concentrating on non-restaurant seating. Yesterday we covered the Magic Kingdom. Our next … Continue reading "Have a Seat in Walt Disney World – Part 2"
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Just Leave Me Alone

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
Copyright © 2009 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D300, 18-200VR lens, 1/500 sec, f/8 Where’s a guy gotta go to get a little peace and quiet around here? Something’s not right here – can you see it? Just click on the photo if you need to see a larger version. This week we’re sharing photos of things … Continue reading "Just Leave Me Alone"
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Epcot’s Tutto Italia in World Showcase – a Review

Posted on by AllEars
Guest Blogger Jeff Onorato is back, this time with a review of Epcot’s Tutto Italia! Like many loyal patrons, I lamented the loss of L’Originale Alfredo di Roma Ristorante when I heard the news of their closure back in 2007. When it was announced that the restaurant would be quickly re-opening in a new incarnation, … Continue reading "Epcot’s Tutto Italia in World Showcase – a Review"
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Kiosque à Journaux

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Kiosque à journaux (news kiosk) in the France pavilion.Nikon D70/18-200VR, 20s, f/16, ISO 200, EV -0.7, 24mm Focal Length, Tripod Kiosque à journaux or news kiosk are found throughout Paris. It’s a great detail the Disney Imagineers caught and added to the France pavilion in Epcot’s World Showcase. I thought it would make a good … Continue reading "Kiosque à Journaux"
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Disney Pic of the Week – France

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
Visit the France pavilion in Epcot’s World Showcase and you’ll be transported back to the beautiful city of Paris of the late 1800’s. Here you will see the mansard roofs and dormers that are so recognizable as Parisian architecture. Above the fountains and arcade entrances, the Eiffel Tower lets you know that you have arrived … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – France"
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Holiday Storytelling Around The World Showcase in Epcot

Posted on by Mike Bachand
Anyone who has visited Walt Disney World during Christmas time is well aware of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, the Candlelight Processional and the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights. Many may also have visited some or all of the Disney hotels to take in the beautiful Christmas decorations and those incredible chocolate and gingerbread … Continue reading "Holiday Storytelling Around The World Showcase in Epcot"
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Fez House Framed

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Entrance to the Fez House in the Morocco pavilion.Nikon D70/18-200VR, 1/15s, f/3.5, ISO 900, EV +1.0, 18mm Focal Length In Morocco’s pavilion is the Fez House, which represents a typical Moroccan home. There are beautiful mosaic tiles, carvings, and artifacts from daily life. If you are quiet when you approach the fountain, you just might … Continue reading "Fez House Framed"
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