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It’s Over My Head – Part Three – Epcot

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Last week I began a discussion about the many wonderful details that can be found above our heads at the Disney parks. I talked about both the Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Today I will continue my story with the ceilings and up-high details of Epcot. Not all ceilings are beautiful or even tolerable. … Continue reading "It’s Over My Head – Part Three – Epcot"
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Norway Pavilion in Epcot – Part Two

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Yesterday, I provided you with a brief history of the Norway Pavilion and started describing some of the sights. Today I’ll complete the tour. When the Imagineers and the pavilion’s sponsors got together for the first time to brainstorm ideas for an attraction, they quickly came to an impasse. The Imagineers wanted to present Norway’s … Continue reading "Norway Pavilion in Epcot – Part Two"
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Norway Pavilion in Epcot – Part One

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Norway Pavilion The Norway Pavilion was the last nation to be added to World Showcase. Its soft opening occurred on May 6, 1988 and its official debut followed two months later on July 5. Crown Prince Harald V attended the ceremony and the festivities were broadcast live to Norway. The original idea was to create … Continue reading "Norway Pavilion in Epcot – Part One"
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Norway’s Viking Ship is Gone

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Sad news. The Viking ship at the Norway Pavilion in Epcot has been removed. This ship was originally built as a children’s play area, but a couple of years ago it was deemed too dangerous for the little ones. This month it was removed completely. I wish Disney had kept it. It was nice to … Continue reading "Norway’s Viking Ship is Gone"
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