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The Frost is barely on the Pumpkin but…

Posted on by Mike Scopa
Sure. You’re just now beginning to think, “Hmmmm, this coming week I should put candy and Halloween goodies on my grocery list because Halloween is right around the corner.” Well, the department store chains are way ahead of you. In fact you may notice that your favorite mall may be already showing signs that Christmas … Continue reading "The Frost is barely on the Pumpkin but…"
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My Fixit List: Part 2

Posted on by Mike Scopa
Today I am continuing with my countdown list of things in and around Walt Disney World which I feel need attention and has been needing this attention for a number of years. Let’s start with: #7 Carousel of Progress – Diorama Dilemma Anyone who knows me realizes how important the Carousel of Progress is to … Continue reading "My Fixit List: Part 2"
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My Fixit List: Part I

Posted on by Mike Scopa
We all have our lists. I have one I’m about to share with you. It’s my Walt Disney World Fixit list. This list is comprised of things I’d like “fixed.” Now in some cases I may not be mentioning something that is broken per se but let’s say, it needs attention. Bear with me as … Continue reading "My Fixit List: Part I"
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Thanks Fay – Walt Disney World During Tropical Storm Fay

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Earlier this week there were all these reports about Tropical Storm Fay and how it had potential to develop into a huricane. All of Florida was bracing itself for a day of two of heavy rain, damaging winds, and who knows what else Mother Nature had up her sleeve. For those who are visiting Walt … Continue reading "Thanks Fay – Walt Disney World During Tropical Storm Fay"
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Orlando Observations – Walt Disney World Style

Posted on by Mike Scopa
Well I’m back in Orlando for 10 days of willfull suspension of disbelief and along the way we all know that I’ll be sharing some observations with all of you and hopefully also provide some insight and some tips to help you on your next visit to Walt Disney World. And of course it would … Continue reading "Orlando Observations – Walt Disney World Style"
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Intestinally Challenged Part II: Tea, Nuggets, and Dried Fish

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Intestinally Challenged Part II: Tea, Nuggets, and Dried Fish When we last left I was retelling the Sip and Snack Around the world challenge that was taken on by Annette Owens, Len Testa, Mike Newell, and myself. We had just finished Germany and were now on our way to China. China: Joy of Tea Stand … Continue reading "Intestinally Challenged Part II: Tea, Nuggets, and Dried Fish"
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Intestinally Challenged: Part I

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It was a spur of the moment idea”¦an idea that probably has been in the back of a lot of WDW guest minds but unfortunately never surfaced to the point where they can try it. What am I talking about? Well on my recent trip to Walt Disney World while walking around World Showcase with … Continue reading "Intestinally Challenged: Part I"
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Part II: How We Did Four Parks in One Day

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This is the second of two parts in which I describe how a number of friends and I did the four Walt Disney World theme parks in one day. Park #3: Epcot Everyone knew this park would be a challenge. It was early afternoon and we figured the crowds were peaking. We arrived at 2:00 … Continue reading "Part II: How We Did Four Parks in One Day"
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Part I: How We Did Four Disney Parks in One Day

Posted on by Mike Scopa
I think it was just over a month ago that the idea of doing four parks in one day came up. It started out as an episode on the WDWTODAY podcast with me, Matt Hochberg, Len Testa, and Mike Newell tossing around ideas as to how we envisioned doing that kind of a challenge. Then … Continue reading "Part I: How We Did Four Disney Parks in One Day"
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Surprise! I Went to the Toy Story Mania Preview!

Posted on by Mike Scopa
Do me a favor. Don’t tell anyone what I’m about to tell you. Just keep it between you and me okay? Promise? Okay”¦(Mike looks over both shoulders.) I’m in Walt Disney World. Yep. I flew in on Thursday afternoon. I decided to surprise my partners in crime on the WDWTODAY podcast. They decided to come … Continue reading "Surprise! I Went to the Toy Story Mania Preview!"
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