World of Disney Renovations Progress Update

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As you probably already know, the World of Disney stores at both Disney Springs in Orlando and Downtown Disney District in Anaheim have been undergoing extended renovation that started in February of this year. One of the AllEars.Net team was wandering around the Disney Springs Marketplace the other evening and captured a few photos of this work-in-progress, so we thought we'd share and get your thoughts.
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Aerial Tour of Disney Springs at Walt Disney World

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Back in January, I posted a Disney Pic of the Week of an aerial photograph I took of what was then called Downtown Disney from the Characters in Flight Balloon ride. At the time, I said I had been trying to go on the ride to get new photos of Disney Springs. Third time was … Continue reading "Aerial Tour of Disney Springs at Walt Disney World"
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Portobello’s in Downtown Disney

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Portobello Country Italian Trattoria at Downtown Disney Marketplace.Nikon D70/18-200VR, 1/15s, f/3.5, ISO 1250, EV +0.3, 18mm focal length. Downtown Disney Marketplace has lots of dining locations to satisfy any hunger. Portobello Country Italian Trattoria is a relaxing place with a warm atmosphere and savory dishes from famous Italy destinations like Milan, Tuscany and Rome. A … Continue reading "Portobello’s in Downtown Disney"
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Photographing in the World of Disney Store

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The World of Disney store at Downtown Disney Marketplace is as exciting to photograph in as one of the parks. Especially, if you put a Nifty-Fifty (50mm f/1.8) lens on your dSLR camera. There are all kinds of subjects and compositions to discover while other members of your party do the heavy-duty work of buying … Continue reading "Photographing in the World of Disney Store"
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Earl of Sandwich: A Simple Meal Fit For Royalty

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One of our favorite counter service restaurants at Disney World is actually found at Downtown Disney. The irony of this restaurant is that it is not actually Disney-owned, but part of a chain that has locations all across the United States. Nevertheless, when it comes to counter service dining, there are not too many locations at Disney World that can match Earl of Sandwich.
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Newbie and the Geek Take Downtown Disney and More

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Our fourth day of vacationing was the most relaxed which might be an odd statement once you read all that we did. The morning began as usual with eating breakfast in our room at All-Star Movies. We’d each bought cereal, milk, and fruit and had the same thing almost every day. I also had some … Continue reading "Newbie and the Geek Take Downtown Disney and More"
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Earl of Sandwich: Perfecting Sandwich-Making Since 1762

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One of the great things about dining at Disney World is that there are no shortage of options, even if you are just looking for a quick bit to eat. While many of Disney’s full service restaurants garner great popularity and acclaim, there are also numerous compelling counter service options to be found as well. … Continue reading "Earl of Sandwich: Perfecting Sandwich-Making Since 1762"
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Cap’n Jack’s Restaurant: Downtown Disney’s Overlooked Dining Location

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When it comes to dining at Downtown Disney, I have a certain group of restaurants that are my favorites which I tend to go to again and again. On a recent trip to Downtown Disney, however, I decided to try a restaurant that I have never even set foot in despite the countless times I … Continue reading "Cap’n Jack’s Restaurant: Downtown Disney’s Overlooked Dining Location"
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Characters in Flight at Twilight at Downtown Disney

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Characters in Flight balloon rising from its platform at Downtown Disney.Nikon D700/28-300VR, 1/30s, f/3.5, ISO 3200, EV 0, 28mm focal length. I have been planning to ride the Characters in Flight balloon from the time it was announced. Yet, since it’s first flights in 2009, I have never been able to find the time or … Continue reading "Characters in Flight at Twilight at Downtown Disney"
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