Disney Reviews

Mizners Lounge

WebmasterPete — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 17:20:46 -0400

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Description: Upscale decor with a carved marble bar. The Mizner's Lounge overlooks the manicured gardens of the Grand Floridian Resort. Featuring light snacks (Wednesday - Sunday), wine list and full bar service. Vintage Brandies and Ports are available.

Pop Century

WebmasterPete — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 13:48:15 -0400

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Description: Guests staying at Pop Century will find guestrooms themed to the �Classic Years� of the 1950� s-1990. (The �Legendary Years� of the 1900s-1940s is slated to open in the future.) Huge, larger-than-life icons such as Big Wheel bikes, bowling pins, Rubik�s Cubes, cell phones and more add a whimsical touch to the decor. Lining the rooflines are such memorable slogans as �Boogie Down� and �Have A Nice Day.�

Tutto Italia

WebmasterPete — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 22:38:15 -0400

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Description: Tutto Italia is run by the Patina Group - responsible for several upscale restaurants throughout the United States (including Naples at Downtown Disney in Anaheim, California). This restaurant offers a variety of traditional Italian dishes from Spaghetti and Meatballs and Lasagna to more gourmet fare.

Polynesian Resort

WebmasterPete — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 19:06:15 -0400

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Description: The Polynesian is one of the original Disney World opened in 1971. The tropical theme is timeless and it remains one of Disney's most popular destinations. The Polynesian Resort is located on the beautiful Seven Seas Lagoon. This prized locale makes it perfect for viewing the Magic Kingdom fireworks, the nightly Electrical Water Pageant or for simply gazing at Cinderella's Castle. http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/resorts/poly.htm

Rafiki's Planet Watch

WebmasterPete — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 15:51:41 -0400

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Description: At the Rafiki's Planet Watch, the first building that visitors see is topped with spectacular, large, colorful murals of the animals. Inside, you will find viewing areas where exams and surgical procedures may be observed. In addition to the veterinary facilities, experts are on hand to educate you on the caring for, and meal preparation for the many animals found in Disney�s Animal Kingdom.

Pangani Forrest Exploration Trail

WebmasterPete — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 15:49:55 -0400

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Description: Following your African safari adventure, follow the signs to the Pangani Forest Exploration Trail. Entering under the lush tropical canopy, this walk-through tour is designed to inform and entertain and can be enjoyed at your own pace. Pangani, which means, "place of enchantment", is the perfect description of this 5 acre habitat that offers a magical look at some of Africa's most interesting inhabitants.

Maharajah Jungle Trek

WebmasterPete — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 15:46:29 -0400

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Description: The Indian custom of turning palaces and temples back over to nature for the good of Earth's creatures is symbolized in the Maharajah Jungle Trek. In this walking tour, the hunting lodge and palace ruins serve as homes to the majestic tigers that have become the royal family of this habitat now. The rainforest-like surroundings are reminiscent of those found in Nepal, India, Thailand and Indonesia, and are home to other fascinating creatures.

Kilimanjaro Safari

WebmasterPete — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 15:38:41 -0400

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Description: This is a wonderful opportunity to see herds of free-roaming animals in a "natural habitat." Don't be surprised if some animals come right up to the truck. While it may look like the lions are a stone's throw away, there is actually a deep pit-like area camouflaged by the abundant landscaping that separates man from beast. Your journey takes you over muddy trails and through small creeks. Midway through the trek, you get word that poachers have taken the elephant mother and baby, Big Red and Little Red. You begin a high-speed chase hot on the trail of the poachers. As expected, this story has a happy ending, after all, this is Disney isn't it?

Kali River Rapids

WebmasterPete — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 15:32:44 -0400

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Description: Those looking for respite on a hot day will certainly find it at the Kali River Rapids at the Animal Kingdom. When you see the numerous signs that indicate that you WILL get wet, believe them! Just be sure to soak in the sights of the well-themed and interesting queue before you get soaked yourself.

It's Tough to be a Bug

WebmasterPete — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 15:14:05 -0400

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Description: Inside the base of the Tree of Life is the theatre that houses the 3D showing of "It's Tough to be a Bug". After all, bugs do live in trees, right? Guests follow winding paths around the Tree of Life where you can take your time and enjoy trying to spot the 325 creatures. Most of the queue area is unshaded.

Flights of Wonder

WebmasterPete — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 15:12:47 -0400

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Description: Several times a day, under a canvas canopy at Asia's Caravan Stage at the Animal Kingdom, the Flights of Wonder are performed.These 25-minute shows feature more than 20 species of free-flying exotic birds, including Harris hawks, Barbary falcons, macaws, ibis and yellow-naped Amazon parrots. The performance is centered on young Luke and his quest to the land of his ancestors as he searches for treasure with the help of a wise old Phoenix.Here they will encounter an incredible demonstration of birds of flight as the birds display their natural behaviors and talents. Some of these natural behaviors include swooping, soaring and hunting, as they respond to visual or auditory cues.

Festival of the Lion King

WebmasterPete — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 15:08:11 -0400

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Description: The most popular live show at Disney's Animal Kingdom is found at the Campside Circle. The "Festival of the Lion King" is a virtual explosion of colors, music and amazing talent. You will be treated to 30 minutes of a variety of some of Disney's best entertainment in this celebration. You'll hear some of "The Lion King's" most popular music performed by magnificent singers. Zany trampoline acrobatics are supplied by the Tumble Monkeys. A blaze of color, feathers, beads, fringe and beautiful head-dresses are found in the costumes of the singer and dancers. Talented stilt walkers dance to the pounding beat with apparent ease. Audio-animatronic and live costumed characters are introduced on enormous moving stages. The spectacular finale includes a heart-stirring rendition of the "Circle of Life".

Expedition Everest

WebmasterPete — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 14:53:27 -0400

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Description: Walt Disney World guests will discover for themselves the fearsome legend of the Yeti when experiencing Expedition EVEREST. This high-speed train adventure combines coaster-like thrills with the excitement of a close encounter with the Abominable Snowman.

Finding Nemo - The Musical

WebmasterPete — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 14:44:16 -0400

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Description: Some of the most respected names in theater have collaborated on this stage show. The 14 original songs are composed by Robert Lopez, Tony Award winner for "Avenue Q" and Kristen Anderson-Lopez noted for the a cappella musical "Along the Way." The opening number 'Big Blue World' is also featured at Epcot's 'The Seas with Nemo and Friends'. Crush and his Aussie buddies perform 'Go With the Flow.' This upbeat number pays homage to the surfin' songs of the '60's.

Dinosaur

WebmasterPete — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 14:42:00 -0400

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Description: The stoic museum-like Dino Institute, where "the future is truly in the past", houses Disney's moving simulator ride, Dinosaur. As visitors enter the Institute, they pass informative fossil exhibits. The walls of the queuing area are covered with life-size casts of real dinosaur skeletons. The centerpiece of this room is an enormous Carnotaurus skeleton. Guests proceed to the loading area to board the 12-seat Time Rovers and begin their exciting time travel journey to the past. This moving simulator ride bounces, bumps and careens its way through a primeval forest where you'll encounter a number of amazing Audio-animatronic dinosaur specimens and some terrific special effects designed to stimulate all of your senses.

Primeval Whirl

WebmasterPete — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 14:40:10 -0400

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Description: Primeval Whirl is located in Chester and Hester's Dino-Rama. Themed after old-fashioned carnival roller coasters, you'll enter your "time machine" and travel along one of two tracks. Your free-spinning car sends you swirling and twirling downhill along it's twisting path. With lights flashing and bells ringing, it's a fairly simple ride but still a lot of fun.

TriceraTop Spin

WebmasterPete — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 14:38:36 -0400

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Description: One of the rides located in Dinoland USA is TriceraTop Spin which lets up to four guests ride in triceratops vehicles that rise and tilt as they spin around a giant top. Be amazed as cartoon comets fly past you while dinosaurs pop up as you spin around.

The Boneyard

WebmasterPete — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 14:33:33 -0400

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Description: Just past the Oldengate Bridge on the left, kids of all ages will enjoy exploring the Boneyard.This educational playground is a replica of a dig site with rope ladders, tunnels and slides, on varying levels for you to explore to your heart�s content.The soft cushiony floor makes for a safe play area.There are a number of interactive displays here as well.Don�t be afraid to open doors and lids to crates, or step on dinosaur footprints because you never know what you�ll encounter.

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