A Fine Evening With the Fine Whines

"Dinner tonight was held at Enchanted Garden.  And it was also Formal Night!!!!  One cool thing to look forward to during this evening, would be seeing the Fine Whines play.  And it’s not their musicianship as much as it is seeing the little kids having a good time dancing to the music.  Although there weren’t many children dancing this time around, our DD sure didn’t disappoint.  She’s not one to miss out on the chance of grooving to some tunes."

Lobby Atrium
Halloween on the High Seas
Disney Fantasy 2014


My New Disney Fantasy 10/25-11/1/2014 Trip Report!!!!!

Deck 4 Says R-E-L-A-X

For the ultimate experience of relaxation on a Disney Cruise, head to deck 4.  Comfortable lounging.... constant shade... and a non-nauseating view of the open waters..... Can't be beat!!!!

Deck 4
Disney Fantasy


My New Disney Fantasy 10/25-11/1/2014 Trip Report!!!!!

Displaying The Wonderment

I'm not sure how most guest view Flights of Wonder.  But I find it to be a highly enjoyable show.  Of all the years I've been visiting Animal Kingdom; I never had any initial interest in attending this attraction.  But late last year, I decided to give it a shot.  Not only is it education; but it's quite humorous as well!!!!  And with the chance to go on stage and get some cool shots; it was also the only time I've ever raised my hand to be a participant from the audience.  ;)

Flights of Wonder
Disney's Animal Kingdom
Walt Disney World, FL

Cast Member Ashley helps direct guests that want a chance at stardom!!!!!!  But according to reports, all of you future idols out there will only have until next January to get there through the DHS route.

Cast Member Ashley
Disney's Hollywood Studios
Walt Disney World, FL

The Mayor of Main Street USA

THIS... IS... MAIN STREET!!!!

Greeter General Extraordinaire... Mayor Weaver.

Main Street USA
Magic Kingdom
Walt Disney World, FL

So This Guy Was at Star Wars Weekends...

I lucked-out, and was able to grab a Fastpass for this show, an hour before it began.  I was in some secondary standby line at the time; not knowing if I'd even get in here.  But I kept checking the Fastpass+ system, and saw that something opened up.  I even got a good seat.... 4th row in the right-side section.  Such a cool experience!!!!

A Conversation With Mark Hamill
Star Wars Weekends 2014
Disney's Hollywood Studios
Walt Disney World, FL

Happy Birthday Peter Mayhew!!!

A Millennium Falcon cake was brought out, and everyone sang Happy Birthday to Peter Mayhew; whose b-day was the next day.  Great times!!!

Vanessa Marshall/Ahmed Best/Peter Mayhew/Chewbacca/James Arnold Taylor
Stars of the Saga
Star Wars Weekends 2014
Disney's Hollywood Studios
Walt Disney World, FL

Because Fashion

Gotta "love" the "style" that tends to trend places.  No better place to witness it than in the parks.

Star Wars Weekends 2014
Disney's Hollywood Studios
Walt Disney World, FL

Public [Works] Enemy #1

Hollywood Public Works employee totally gets into the spirit of Star Wars Weekends.

Streets of America
Disney's Hollywood Studios
Walt Disney World, FL

The Watcher IV

I love taking Human Element shots of lifeguards.  Part of the reason is because you can really emphasize the direction of their gaze.  That does a lot to help the storytelling aspect of a pic.

Typhoon Lagoon
Walt Disney World, FL

Chakranadi

Those eyes, man... Look At Those Eyes!!!!

My daughter, who cannot NOT dance when passing live music, found a cute little dance partner here.

On select days, stop and admire this duo if you get the chance.

Chakranadi
Asia
Disney's Animal Kingdom
Walt Disney World, FL

Ashley Eckstein: Creating Her Own Universe

Talk about making the most of good fortune....

Become a part of the Star Wars Universe.... start your own women's clothing line of said Universe (called 'Her Universe')... and show off the cool wears during Star Wars Weekends!!!!

Bravo Ashley... Bravo!!!

Ashley Eckstein
Star Wars Weekends - 2010
Disney's Hollywood Studios
Walt Disney World, FL