Tag: Magic Kingdom
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Table Service, Counter Service, Snacks, Oh My!
“I’m hungry!” Even though you may not be hungry, somehow, as you walk through one of the four Walt Disney World theme parks the smell and look of food everywhere is playing a trick on you. It’s making you believe it’s time to eat something even though you just ate about 30 minutes ago. It’s…
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A Brief Analysis of Walt Disney World Quick Service: Is It Really a Steal?
Two words: Cobb salad. What’s not to love? Finely chopped greens, turkey breast, egg, bacon, chives, blue cheese, and Cobb dressing. It’s enough to make me salivate on my keyboard. And, who has the best Cobb salad? The Hollywood Brown Derby in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. That’s where this all began: me having an incredibly peaceful…
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Walt Disney World Transportation – Flawed or Convenient?
First off, let me preface this article by saying that I am a big fan of the Walt Disney Transportation System. I love having the option of traveling where I want to go without worrying about navigating unfamiliar streets. Road maps, GPS units, and street signs need not play a role in where I visit…
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Frappes, Lattes, & Liquid Gold: Starbucks Opens in Disney’s California Adventure
Some like it bold. Others like it sweet. Many prefer whipped while a few salivate over it iced. No matter how they like it, guests can now find their favorite Starbucks beverages and treats inside Disney parks thanks to a partnership with the Seattle-based coffee chain, the largest in the world. Image: The Fiddler, Fifer,…
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Are you Ready to Conquer the Tower of Terror?
Don’t look now, but we’ve turned the calendar to August. That means the fall season at Walt Disney World is just around the corner. This year the folks at runDisney are giving us a treat, or a scare. I’m not sure which, but it may be a little of both. This September 29th runDisney is…
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Unique Sweet Spots at Walt Disney World: Scoops, Sprinkles, & Cones at the Plaza Ice Cream Parlor
Until the 1960s, it was quite common for Americans and their families to enjoy carbonated beverages and sugary treats at their local soda fountain or ice cream saloon. Milkshakes, malts, egg cream, and various flavors of ice cream brought smiles to faces young and old. Parlors were typically attached to town pharmacies and served as…
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Magic Kingdom Construction Update July 2012
I promised everyone construction updates on Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. Finally the scrim is down on Main Street USA. You can get the picture postcard photo of Cinderella Castle as you look down the street again.