Interesting Photos taken in and around Walt Disney World October 2nd and 3rd 2015.
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A few exhibits from one-mans dream…
A few exhibits from one-mans dream…
A few exhibits from one-mans dream…
The Multipurpose building behind the rock and roller coaster has a name. “Sunset Showcase”
The Multipurpose building behind the rock and roller coaster has a name. “Sunset Showcase”
The Multipurpose building behind the rock and roller coaster has a name. “Sunset Showcase”
The Multipurpose building behind the rock and roller coaster has a name. “Sunset Showcase”
The Sunset Showcase is ready to open any day… this is hanging near the rock and roller coaster
New Featured Drinks at Hollywood Studios
New Featured Drinks at Hollywood Studios
Welcome back old friend..
Ana and Elsa Topiary from Flower and Garden Festival found a home in front of Hollywood studios
Hollywood Studios Pumpkin Cupcake
Hollywood Studios Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcake
A few of the Magic Kingdom from Bay Lake Tower.
The Buss System has been upgraded at most resorts – this is the upcoming schedule at the contemporary.. Magic Kingdom and Epcot have not time listed because they are connected via monorail, Hollywood studios has no time because the bus was at the stop.
Vinyl Albums are back… found through the parks, this display was at Hollywood Studios – yes they are actual movie soundtracks that can be played on a record player
Quiet Night at the Yacht Club
Trader Sams, Zombie Head and UhOha!
Attractionistas – new collectible line of fashion dolls, each celebrating a classic Disney attraction. This is Celeste is from Space Mountain.
attrtaction poster themed coffee Mug
fantasyland themed coffee Mug
Adventureland themed coffee Mug..
Salt and Pepper shaker garbage cans… Mix and Match
Fall is in the air at magic Kingdom
Fall is in the air at magic Kingdom
Fall is in the air at magic Kingdom
Fall is in the air at magic Kingdom
Fall is in the air at magic Kingdom
Fall is in the air at magic Kingdom
Wait… what happened to all the maps under the attraction posters?
Maps now available on carts inside the tunnel
Fall is in the air at the Main Street Cinema
Cast Members with celebration buttons on main street.
Star Wars Balloons along with Mickey on Main Street… to much Star Wars? Just wait….
Stage Lighting for Mickey’s No So Scary Halloween Party… It’s not clear if this will come back every year, or be incorporated into the construction currently happening.
The new hub – outside circle – features two new popcorn/ice cream carts.. much bigger than the previous stands near the castle (the old stands where replaced by the new turrets_
Hub Construction Continues – this is a few from the path to tomorrowland
Quick Stop in Haunted Mansion Gift Shop
Quick Stop in Haunted Mansion Gift Shop
Quick Stop in Haunted Mansion Gift Shop
Quick Stop in Haunted Mansion Gift Shop
New “Pacific Lakeside Campgrounds” merchandise in Frontierland.
Let’s Check out the new menu at Peco’s Bills.
No More Burgers at Pecos Bill’s – Now featuring the Best of the West. Fajitas, Burritos, Rice Bowls Soups and Snacks.
The Fixings Bar is now a southwestern Fixing Bar..
New Menu at Pecos Bills
New Menu at Pecos Bills
New Fixin Bar
New Frontier-land merchandise.
New Mug in Frontierland..
Skipper Canteen restaurant construction continues..
The New “Skipper Canteen” construction continues, this picture from the bridge to liberty square.
Hub Construction in front of the castle…
Hub Construction in front of the castle…
Castle Hub Construction – This is the Turret on the left side of the castle
Castle Hub Construction – This is the bottom of the ne Turret on the right side of the castle
Star Wars in Tomorrowland
The Season of the Force is getting closer…. Silent Knight, Jedi Knight… Won’t be long till someone finished the song.
Always have to say hi to Walt and Mickey… Hub construction continues in front of the castle. Notice the tarp to the left of Walt. A much better back drop than green walls.
Attractionistas – new collectible line of fashion dolls, each celebrating a classic Disney attraction.
Attractionistas – new collectible line of fashion dolls, each celebrating a classic Disney attraction. This is Gracey from the Haunted Mansion
Attractionistas – new collectible line of fashion dolls, each celebrating a classic Disney attraction. This is Pearl from Pirates of the Caribbean
Attractionistas – new collectible line of fashion dolls, each celebrating a classic Disney attraction. This is Maddie – from the Tea Cups
Annual Pass holders – Visit the festival 3 times and get a free “Port Wine Glass” – Be sure to bring the same book each time..
Merchandise is all over Epcot for the 20th Anniversary of the food and wine festival.
Epcot is set for Food and Wine – Celebrating 20 years.
Epcot is set for Food and Wine – Celebrating 20 years.
Epcot is set for Food and Wine – Celebrating 20 years.
Epcot is set for Food and Wine – Celebrating 20 years.
Food and Wine Festival in full swing… Brazil is ready to go,.
Food and Wine 2015 T-Shirts
The 20 year History of the Food and Wine Festival was documented on the walkway between future world and world showcase..
The 20 year History of the Food and Wine Festival was documented on the walkway between future world and world showcase..
The 20 year History of the Food and Wine Festival was documented on the walkway between future world and world showcase..
The 20 year History of the Food and Wine Festival was documented on the walkway between future world and world showcase..
Food and Wine Merchandise around world showcase
20th Anniversary Food and Wine Festival T-Shirts
While the “Kimchi Dog” was no longer part of food and wine, it is offered at the Cool Post – and you get the whole hot dog, I’m hoping this will stick around for a while.
Always great to see the Illuminations Globe up close.
Food and Wine 20th anniversary merchandise.
Food and Wine 20th anniversary merchandise.
Food and Wine 20th anniversary merchandise.
Food and Wine 20th anniversary merchandise.
Food and Wine 20th anniversary merchandise.
Food and Wine 20th anniversary merchandise.
Food and Wine 20th anniversary merchandise.
Food and Wine 20th anniversary merchandise.
The Festival Center is home to many Food and Wine Festival Activities.
Food and Wine Mixology class – don’t mind if I do.
Master of the Roast, The Quest for the Perfect Cup – sponsored by Joffery’s Coffee
Master of the Roast, The Quest for the Perfect Cup – sponsored by Joffery’s Coffee – I wonder if that’s also where Starbucks gets their beans?
The entrance to Epcots “Art of Disney” was recently updated.
Star Wars at Epcots Art of Animation – Yes – Star Wars Merchandise is Everywhere
Star Wars at Epcots Art of Animation – Yes – Star Wars Merchandise is Everywhere
The 20th Anniversary of the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival..
The 20th Anniversary of the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival.. “Taste Epcot” The new “Taste Buds” show up in a few places this year…
The 20th Anniversary of the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival.. “Taste Epcot” The new “Taste Buds” show up in a few places this year…
New for 2015 – The Artistry of Cheese and Wine – located on the walk way from Imagination to Canada
Craft Beer 2015
Food and Wine is in full swing – New Zealand show here.
The Odyssey is once again, “Craft Beers”
Spotted a couple of Disney Nerds walking around world showcase…
Food and Wine Festival Limited Edition Dooney and Burke.
Limited Edition “Passholder” merchandise… T-Shirt – Coin and Pin. All sold out when I arrived…
Food and Wine Merchandise Every where, and in every form…
The Festival Center – Epcot 20th Anniversary of the Food and Wine Festival
Epcot 20th Anniversary of the Food and Wine Festival
D-Street is the Star Wars Store, but it still says D-Street on the sign
D-Street is the Star Wars Store, but it still says D-Street on the sign
D-Street is the Star Wars Store, but it still says D-Street on the sign
Disney Springs Construction continues – The Bridge across world drive now accepts cars directly into the parking structure. No more left turn into down town Disney, take the ramp over to Disney Springs. When Finished, the center lanes will be only Disney buses,
Disney Springs construction continues
Disney Springs construction continues
Disney Springs construction continues
Planet Hollywood, the facade should change soon…
STK Construction continues.
Jock Linsey’s Hanger bar
The Hanger Bar menu
The Hanger Bar is officially opened
The Hanger Bar is officially opened
Disney Springs – Still my favorite – The Boat House
Downtown Disney is no more… Disney Springs is officially here – all maps and signs to DownTown Disney have been or will shortly be replaced..
Jingle Cruise T-Shirt at World of Disney
Look out “Elf on a shelf” , Hide and Hug Olaf, is looking to take your job!! Located in World of Disney
Kermit and Ms. Piggly topiary’s from Flower and Garden have found a home at Disney Springs… Promoting the new ABC TV Show… Could they be getting back together???
Disney Springs – D-Street has transformed into a Star Wars Store… but the sign on the door still says D-Street
Disney Springs – D-Street has transformed into a Star Wars Store… but the sign on the door still says D-Street
Rivers of Light Construction – from the bridge near dino land
Rivers of Light Seating area, with handicap ramp. this is basically in front of the Finding Nemo Musical.
Rivers of Light construction is moving along nicely… seating area directly in front of Everest.
Prime-evil Whirl is down for referb
Avatar Land construction continues… the only real visible signs are from the parking lot and Disney Bus Stop.
Is that a “Simpsons” doughnut? sure looks like the same think you can find in Springfield… this one is located at the coffee cart out side of Animal Kingdom
Animal Kingdom
Animal Kingdom Construction Continues
The Fast Pass Distribution location for Expedition Everest is being transformed, but into what?
Animal Kingdom Construction Continues
A new pathway recently opened at Disney Animal Kingdom – The Monkey’s are to the left, the path leads behind the monkeys to Kali River Rapids – it also provides additional viewing locations for the Monkeys
The Original Disney Food Truck – Animal Kingdom
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Sam has been visiting Walt Disney World since 1986. The spark from those early trips lead to an interest in the "How" and "Why" behind Disney Parks and Resorts and the thrill of discovering the history of how we got here today. That History is still being written. In addition to participating on The Disney Nerds Podcast you can find blogs at www.samsdisneydiary.com
