
I’ll admit that I didn’t give Disney’s Animal Kingdom enough credit during its early years. My brain expected more rides in the vein of other theme parks. Instead, this place thrives in a complete different way.… Read more...
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I’ll admit that I didn’t give Disney’s Animal Kingdom enough credit during its early years. My brain expected more rides in the vein of other theme parks. Instead, this place thrives in a complete different way.… Read more...
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I’m sad that it’s time to write a tribute to Rivers of Light. The show barely played for three years at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and went through multiple updates. The original version with live performers aligned perfectly with the park’s theme.… Read more...
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When we planned our recent Walt Disney World trip over MLK weekend, I set aside plenty of time to visit Pandora: The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Along with providing two new attractions, it appeared immersive and still connected to the park’s overall theme.… Read more...