All Ears® Guest Blog from September 2013

Epcot Trade Celebration 2013

September 29, 2013 by Gary Cruise

It was a beautiful day as I drove over the 1000 Island International Bridge; my destination was the Syracuse Airport where I had a 4 p.m. flight to Orlando. It was the start of my annual trip to Walt Disney World to partake in the Epcot Trade Celebration. I really enjoy this opportunity to spend … Continue reading "Epcot Trade Celebration 2013"

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An Alien Tale

September 24, 2013 by AllEars

by Keith Gluck Guest Blogger October 11, 2013, marks 10 years since the closure of the Magic Kingdom’s ExtraTERRORestrial Alien Encounter. While we all know the story told during the ride, which featured a diverse cast of big-screen veterans, I wanted to delve into the story behind the infamous attraction. So I sat down recently … Continue reading "An Alien Tale"

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Jim’s Attic: Where in the World is Mr. Limpet?

September 23, 2013 by AllEars

Disney Historian Jim Korkis goes up into his imaginary attic to rummage around his archives and often stumbles across an unusual story about Walt Disney World. Those who have met me know that I take real joy in talking about Walt Disney. Instead of pondering where in Walt Disney World is Mr. Limpet, some readers … Continue reading "Jim’s Attic: Where in the World is Mr. Limpet?"

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Mid-Month Mousy Mindboggler: September 2013

September 16, 2013 by Debra Martin Koma

Solve the Mid-Month Mousy Mindboggler puzzle for a chance to win a collectible Disney pin!

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Fondest Disney Memories

September 15, 2013 by Gary Cruise

Whenever I hear the word “Disney” I get a comfy, warm feeling. I have so many memories of wonderful times at the parks that the mere mention of “the D word” evokes a smile. What is the best memory? My fondest memory? Wow – that’s a tough question. It took me quite a while to … Continue reading "Fondest Disney Memories"

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Tokyo Disney Resort: Beyond the Theme Parks!

September 10, 2013 by Debra Martin Koma

By Jenny Lynne Guest Blogger During my recent 14-day trip to Japan, after I spent an amazing day at Tokyo DisneySea and another incredible day at Tokyo Disneyland, I felt like I was missing something. I had packed in two full days at the theme parks, leaving no time to explore the rest of Tokyo … Continue reading "Tokyo Disney Resort: Beyond the Theme Parks!"

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Jim’s Attic: Gertie the Dinosaur

September 9, 2013 by AllEars

Disney Historian Jim Korkis goes up into his imaginary attic to rummage around his archives and often stumbles across an unusual story about Walt Disney World. Those who have met me know that I take real joy in talking about Walt Disney. Jim’s Attic: Gertie the Dinosaur My favorite Walt Disney World theme park is … Continue reading "Jim’s Attic: Gertie the Dinosaur"

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The Disney Room

September 8, 2013 by Gary Cruise

Do you have a Disney Room? I think every Disney fan should have one. If you are an obsessive Disney collector, like Carol, a Disney Room is imperative! When Carol and I first started dating she proudly showed me a small cabinet containing her collection of Disney music boxes. They were displayed in a bookcase, about three shelves, with glass doors. Nice! She also showed me her Disney themed Collector Plates and some very nice porcelain Mickey Mouse Figurines.

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Carthay Circle Restaurant: The Glamour of Hollywood’s Golden Age Meets the History and Heritage of Disney

September 6, 2013 by Andrew Rossi

With the new Buena Vista Street, instead of depicting California as it is today, guests are transported to Los Angeles of the 1920s, the time when Walt Disney first arrived. Now much more similar to Main Street USA at Disneyland, Buena Vista Street includes an array of shopping, dining, and entertainment. Guests can hop aboard the Red Car Trolley as it takes them past stores such as Oswald's Gas and Oil, Elias and Company Department Store, Mortimer's Market, and the Fiddler, Fifer and Practical Cafe and Bakery. The crown jewel of Buena Vista Street, however, is a replica of the Carthay Circle Theater; it has become to California Adventure what Sleeping Beauty Castle is at Disneyland or Cinderella Castle at the Magic Kingdom.

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