Tag Archives: Walt Disney World

“Very Good Advice”

Posted on January 18, 2012 by hjones

There are some restaurants that have a certain buzz in the Disney community. One of those is Beaches and Cream, a tiny soda fountain and burger joint that has earned legend status. If you are a Disney foodie nerd you must … Continue reading →

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“Part of that World”

Posted on December 17, 2011 by hjones

I just love going to the Magic Kingdom at night. To me it’s a whole different experience than the daytime. Maybe it’s because I’m easily distracted by shiny things, but seeing Cinderella Castle lit up in its morphing pastel glory … Continue reading →

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“All Our Wishes, Will Come, True… “

Posted on December 7, 2011 by hjones

Aside from Cinderella Castle, the Contemporary Resort has to be the most recognizable structure in Walt Disney World. If you were a kid who was fortunate enough to visit the Magic Kingdom in the 1970s or 80s, chances are not … Continue reading →

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“I’m Walking Right Down The Middle of Main Street USA”

Posted on November 30, 2011 by hjones

This morning started off looking pretty bleak, the weather forecast was even worse than the day before. However, as I was monitoring the radar on my phone, I saw a glimmer of hope. There was a small window of clear … Continue reading →

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“Just keep swimming, just keep swimming…”

Posted on November 21, 2011 by hjones

All the months of meticulous planning and preparation suddenly came unraveled when we woke up on day three to this: I had been watching the weather in the weeks leading up to the trip, but I had to stop checking because … Continue reading →

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Be Our Guest

Posted on November 15, 2011 by hjones

One of the things that helps a Disney fanatic bear the long drought between trips is listening to Disney Podcasts. There’s a surprisingly large variety of Disney Podcasts out there. Some focus on discussion of news and rumours about the … Continue reading →

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Hooray for Hollywood! …Part 2

Posted on November 14, 2011 by hjones

We had our afternoon rest in the oh-so-spacious accommodations of Pop Century resort. We headed back to Hollywood Studios to hit a few more attractions before our late reservation at ’50s Primetime Café. It was near dusk so the Studios … Continue reading →

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Hooray for Hollywood! …Part 1

Posted on November 6, 2011 by hjones

Today’s destination is Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Disney’s MGM Studios (as it used to be called) was once a working television and film lot. The main attraction when the park first opened was a two hour tram tour of the studios, now it … Continue reading →

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“A Whole New World…”

Posted on October 26, 2011 by hjones

Without a doubt, the World Showcase is is my favorite place on property. This is one of the most relaxing and scenic areas of Disney World. We continued our munching and strolling around the pavilions. Jeff made a stop into … Continue reading →

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“To infinity … and beyond!”

Posted on October 21, 2011 by hjones

So here it is, the trip report that will expose the depth and breadth of my Disney obsession. Sure, I’ve mentioned it here and there but you’ve just seen through a glass darkly, not face to face. This was our third … Continue reading →

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