Column: The “World” According to Jack

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Lawn Mower Tree – Fort Wilderness

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Jack Spence is on a leave of absence until 2014. This is a reprint of a blog he wrote several years ago. This blog originally ran in 2007 and was accurate at the time of publication. For those of you not familiar with the “Lawnmower Tree” it’s an interesting oddity located at the Fort Wilderness … Continue reading "Lawn Mower Tree – Fort Wilderness"
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Art of Animation — Little Mermaid Section

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Once again I visited the Art of Animation Resort, this time for the grand opening of the final phase of this Disney property, The Little Mermaid section. I toured the grounds and stayed in a standard room during my visit. Let’s start with the room. To begin with, the Little Mermaid section of the Art … Continue reading "Art of Animation — Little Mermaid Section"
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BoardWalk Promenade – Part 2 of 2

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Yesterday I discussed Sea Breeze Point to Seashore Sweets along the BoardWalk. Today I will continue my journey along this promenade of yesterday and today. I am often asked to name my favorite Walt Disney World restaurant. I usually respond with, “What category of restaurant? Counter service?” Of course I know full well people are … Continue reading "BoardWalk Promenade – Part 2 of 2"
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BoardWalk Inn & Villas – Part 3 of 3

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Welcome back. In Part One of this article I discussed the lobby of the BoardWalk Inn & Villas. In Part Two I talked about the Belle Vue Lounge, the Innkeepers Lounge, a Standard Guest Room and a Garden Suite. Today I will finish my description of this deluxe resort. Now it’s time to move over … Continue reading "BoardWalk Inn & Villas – Part 3 of 3"
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BoardWalk Inn & Villas – Part 2 of 3

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Welcome back. Yesterday I discussed the lobby of the BoardWalk Inn & Villas. Today I’ll continue my description of this deluxe resort. One of the most charming spots at the BoardWalk Inn & Villas is the Belle Vue Lounge. Tucked away in a corner of the resort, this “1930’s parlor” is the perfect spot to … Continue reading "BoardWalk Inn & Villas – Part 2 of 3"
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BoardWalk Inn & Villas – Part 1 of 3

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The concept for a boardwalk was born in Atlantic City, New Jersey in 1870. This resort town had already established itself as a vacation mecca. Beautiful hotels, elegant restaurants, and the Atlantic Ocean beckoned the well-to-do and the middle class to spend a few days or a few weeks in luxury during the summer months. … Continue reading "BoardWalk Inn & Villas – Part 1 of 3"
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Animal Kingdom Lodge — Jambo House – Part Two

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Yesterday I ended my blog with a brief description of Jiko, the Animal Kingdom Lodge’s signature restaurant. Today I’ll continue my tour of the grounds and amenities of the resort and discuss the attributes of a standard guest room. The watering hole next to Jiko meanders through the jungle and eventually joins Uzima Pool. Uzima … Continue reading "Animal Kingdom Lodge — Jambo House – Part Two"
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