Column: The “World” According to Jack

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It’s Disney Theme Parks Quiz Time — Answers

Posted on by Jack Spence
Here are the answers to yesterday’s quiz. I hope you got them all right. This first picture was taken at Hong Kong Disneyland. This fountain is outside of the park in a “crossroads” location. Guests arriving by bus, train, and walking from the hotels meet at this location before entering Hong Kong Disneyland. Long term … Continue reading "It’s Disney Theme Parks Quiz Time — Answers"
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It’s Disney Theme Park Quiz Time – Questions

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It’s time to pull out your thinking caps again. I have another Disney quiz for you. This time, you have to name at which of the eleven Disney Parks the picture was taken. Now I realize that most of you have not been to all of the parks around the world, so I’m going to … Continue reading "It’s Disney Theme Park Quiz Time – Questions"
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Tokyo Disney Resort – Duffy and Sinbad

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Hi everyone. I just got back from a two week vacation. Before I left, I arranged for several blogs to be published in my absence. Deb Wills was kind enough to post them, but she was unable to respond to everyone’s comments the way I normally try to do. So if you were wondering why … Continue reading "Tokyo Disney Resort – Duffy and Sinbad"
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Twilight Zone Tower of Terror — Part Three

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In Part One and Two of this blog series, I discussed in detail the Tower of Terror (TOT) attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. In Part Three, I’m going to give you an overview of the other three TOT’s around the world. Let’s start with the second tower to be built. Disney’s California Adventure Disney’s California … Continue reading "Twilight Zone Tower of Terror — Part Three"
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Tower of Terror

Posted on by Jack Spence
What’s wrong with this picture? Come on. Look closely. You can figure it out. No? Then take a closer look – specifically, the Tower of Terror. What’s wrong with it? The Imagineers do an excellent job when detailing a restaurant, shop, or attraction. They never miss a trick. But this one slipped past them. Take … Continue reading "Tower of Terror"
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Should you go to Hong Kong and Tokyo Disney?

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During the postings of my Hong Kong and Tokyo Disney blogs, I received several emails from people asking me if it’s worth the trip to travel this vast distance to visit these parks. Ultimately, this would depend on your budget and how strong your desire is to experience the foreign Disney parks, but I will … Continue reading "Should you go to Hong Kong and Tokyo Disney?"
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Reader Mailbag – Hong Kong and Tokyo Disney Parks!

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I’d like to thank everyone for all the emails you sent regarding my Hong Kong Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea blogs. I’m so glad you have been enjoying the trip report and photos! BTW, several of you have asked what type of camera I use. All of the pictures shot in Hong Kong were taken with … Continue reading "Reader Mailbag – Hong Kong and Tokyo Disney Parks!"
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Mysterious Island – Tokyo DisneySea

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I saved the best port-of-call for last – at least in my humble opinion. For me, Mysterious Island is the most imaginative port/land Disney has ever created. This is the home of Jules Verne and Captain Nemo. Iron girders studded with rivets perched precariously on jagged cliffs give this port an ominous feel. Limited access … Continue reading "Mysterious Island – Tokyo DisneySea"
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Mermaid Lagoon – Tokyo DisneySea

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Mermaid Lagoon is the one port at Tokyo DisneySea that caters to young children. That’s not to say that teenagers and adults won’t get a smile from the whimsical atmosphere, but the attractions are simple and geared towards the little ones. The exterior of Mermaid Lagoon looks like Ariel’s underwater kingdom. Spiraling towers, in a … Continue reading "Mermaid Lagoon – Tokyo DisneySea"
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Arabian Coast – Tokyo DisneySea

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Arabian Coast is a sprawling port full of minarets, colorful domes, pointed arches, and winding streets. The buildings all look like they were built out of sandstone and clay bricks. There is a sense of being very far away, in a hot and arid desert. If approaching Arabian Coast from Lost River Delta, the first … Continue reading "Arabian Coast – Tokyo DisneySea"
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