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How To Speak Disney in 10 Easy Steps
1. MK/AK/HS Basic abbreviations for three of the parks at Walt Disney World: Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, and Hollywood Studios. The fourth park, Epcot (or EPCOT), usually is not abbreviated. (Possibly because the name itself is an acronym – Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow.)
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How To Speak Disney in 10 Easy Steps
So you’ve begun to wade in the waters of Disney vacation planning, when suddenly you’re bombarded with enough senseless acronyms and abbreviations to make you feel like you’re in over your head. Sound familiar? Don’t worry – here are 10 often-used codes to help you speak Disney easily in no time:
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Top 10 Things Disney Pros Do at Hollywood Studios
Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World is an amazing theme park that has changed significantly over the years. With each and every trip I take I have certain things that I have to do within this amazing park. With all the new changes coming in the near future there will be even more new and exciting “must do’s” when visiting. The followin
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18 Sensational Secrets About Walt Disney World’s Epcot
18. WestCOT While there are several versions of Disneyland/Magic Kingdom worldwide, Epcot is unique. But at one time there was a plan to give Disneyland Resort its own version of Epcot. WestCOT was planned for California in the late 1980s. But when EuroDisney proved to be a financial loss, plans for WestCOT were scrapped. But eventually D
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18 Sensational Secrets About Walt Disney World’s Epcot
17. Surprises in the Outpost Between the China and Germany pavilions in the World Showcase you’ll find the Outpost, an African-themed area with some fun shopping and a refreshment stand. But don’t think that’s all there is to it! Do a little exploring and open a few of the crates – you might find some fun surprises! Also, if you visit the
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18 Sensational Secrets About Walt Disney World’s Epcot
16. Private Lounges There are two private lounges in Epcot that are open to special sets of guests. Members of the Disney Vacation Club can take a break in the DVC Member Lounge, located on the second floor of the Imagination pavilion. DVC members can visit the lounge to relax, charge phones, and enjoy complimentary soft drinks and snacks
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18 Sensational Secrets About Walt Disney World’s Epcot
15. Murals at The Land Pavilion As you approach The Land pavilion two incredible mosaic murals greet you on either side of the doors. These murals are completely identical with the exception of one tile. One mural features an emerald tile, while the other a ruby. The artists, a father-daughter team, each signed their respective murals wit
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18 Sensational Secrets About Walt Disney World’s Epcot
14. Rhine River Cruise Other than the garden railroad layout, the Germany pavilion doesn’t really have an attraction like so many of the other countries do. But originally it was supposed to feature a ride! The Rhine River Cruise would take guests along a fictional tour of the Rhine River, showcasing Germany’s beauty. The ride building wa
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18 Sensational Secrets About Walt Disney World’s Epcot
13. Address in “Living With The Land” There’s a fun little nod to the park’s history in the “Living With The Land” boat ride. Check out the address on the American farmhouse. It’s the year that Epcot first opened!
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18 Sensational Secrets About Walt Disney World’s Epcot
12. Forced Perspective Imagineers use forced perspective all over Disney World to make buildings appear larger than they actually are. Epcot is no exception. The Eiffel Tower in Paris is actually much smaller than it appears, with the top being considerably smaller than the bottom to create the illusion of height. In the case of the Ameri
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