"Hotline Bling" is a song by hip hop recording artist Drake, released as a single digitally on July 31, 2015. The song's instrumental heavily samples R&B singer Timmy Thomas' 1972 song "Why Can't We Live Together".
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The song is notable for its sparse, stripped-down production, which featured only a Hammond organ, percussion from an early rhythm machine and Thomas's passionate, soulful vocal. Thomas first sang it as an improvised number on his own nightclub, the "Denisse Lounge". Afterwards, as the audience loved it, with the help of his employees, he wrote it.
It was recorded in Hialeah, FL-based TK Records.
The lyrics of the original are still moving:
Tell me why, tell me why, tell me why
Why can't we live together?
Everybody wants to live together
Why can't we be together?
No more war, no more war, no more war
Just a little peace
No more war, no more war
All we want is some peace in this world
No matter, no matter what color
You are still my brother
I said, "No matter, no matter what color"
You are still my brother
References:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hotline_Bling
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Why_Can%27t_We_Live_Together
http://www.allmusic.com/song/why-cant-we-live-together-mt0004514969
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Showing posts with label Florida. Show all posts
Florida drives: hundreds of YouTube videos organized in playlists
The 7-mile bridge, Florida Keys, from Chris RoadWarrior:
"Anytime you drive the one and only Florida Keys on US 1 also called Overseas Highway between Key Largo and Key West you will test your driving skills over the legendary 7-mile bridge, on one side Atlantic Ocean on the other side Gulf of Mexico. A beautiful bridge but also a dangerous one when it comes to passing slow-moving vehicles in front of you."
There are hundreds of YouTube videos, neatly organized in playlists by the YouTube user Chris RoadWarrior: https://www.youtube.com/user/401RoadWarrior/playlists
The videos are not from Florida. Here are a few examples from Florida:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLInTFVcLGchlSbgZRTASI4JbU3-eijOrO
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLInTFVcLGchl1IZ-DN9DrKtEE3-4-aI3_
"Anytime you drive the one and only Florida Keys on US 1 also called Overseas Highway between Key Largo and Key West you will test your driving skills over the legendary 7-mile bridge, on one side Atlantic Ocean on the other side Gulf of Mexico. A beautiful bridge but also a dangerous one when it comes to passing slow-moving vehicles in front of you."
There are hundreds of YouTube videos, neatly organized in playlists by the YouTube user Chris RoadWarrior: https://www.youtube.com/user/401RoadWarrior/playlists
The videos are not from Florida. Here are a few examples from Florida:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLInTFVcLGchlSbgZRTASI4JbU3-eijOrO
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLInTFVcLGchl1IZ-DN9DrKtEE3-4-aI3_
Hidden Gems In Florida
Not a bad starting list:
Most People Don't Know These 14 Hidden Gems In Florida Even Exist http://buff.ly/1gF78OX -- 18 Hidden Gems In Florida http://buff.ly/1gF7dSS
Most People Don't Know These 14 Hidden Gems In Florida Even Exist http://buff.ly/1gF78OX -- 18 Hidden Gems In Florida http://buff.ly/1gF7dSS
Diving Culture in Tarpon Springs
Tarpon Springs is known for its Greek community and sponge diving. Over 500 Greek divers immigrated to Tarpon Springs in 1905 when sponge beds were discovered in the Gulf of Mexico.
Medieval Times in Orlando
Knightly Adventures at Medieval Times - VISIT FLORIDA video: Surrender to an age of bravery and honor and witness epic battles of steel and steed at Medieval Times in Orlando. From ringside seats, discover a feast of the eyes and appetite with more action, more fun & more excitement than ever before.
Insider Tips for Discovery Cove - Florida
Get there early. Check-in time starts an hour before the park even opens, so get checked in and grab breakfast before the crowd hits.
Visit Explorer's Aviary first. As the day goes on, the birds get fuller from all the feedings so they’re less likely to perch on your arms.
Come hungry. Food is included! Breakfast, lunch, snacks, drinks and even alcoholic beverages are all part of the package. The main snack shack in the middle of the park can get busy, so head to the other two on the outer edges for quick access.
Pick up your complimentary photo in the middle of the day. Before you enter Discovery Cove, your party will pose for a photo, and this one's on the house! Around closing time, the line at the photo station gets super long. Skip the crowd by grabbing your free photo when everyone else is enjoying the park.
See more animals at the Conservation Cabana. Located just across from the Laguna Grill, the Conservation Cabana has different critters randomly throughout the day.
You will get soaked on the Wind-away River. There are two separate waterfalls that stretch across the whole waterway.
A vest or a wetsuit is required in all wet areas. When you arrive, you can pick out either a vest or wetsuit for the day. Keep this with you at all times if you want to swim or snorkel — Disovery Cove requires these in the water.
Swim with sharks — almost. Further out on The Grand Reef, you can swim right up to sharks with only glass separating you and these predators. But the rest of the reef is just like being in the ocean.
Rates start at $219 per person. Bonus: Your admission at Discovery Cove also includes unlimited admission to SeaWorld and Aquatica for 14 consecutive days.
References:
10 Insider Tips for Discovery Cove | Seaworld Orlando | Discovery Cove Tips, Tricks, Advice | Florida Travel + Life http://bit.ly/1nOu4hv
Visit Explorer's Aviary first. As the day goes on, the birds get fuller from all the feedings so they’re less likely to perch on your arms.
Come hungry. Food is included! Breakfast, lunch, snacks, drinks and even alcoholic beverages are all part of the package. The main snack shack in the middle of the park can get busy, so head to the other two on the outer edges for quick access.
Pick up your complimentary photo in the middle of the day. Before you enter Discovery Cove, your party will pose for a photo, and this one's on the house! Around closing time, the line at the photo station gets super long. Skip the crowd by grabbing your free photo when everyone else is enjoying the park.
See more animals at the Conservation Cabana. Located just across from the Laguna Grill, the Conservation Cabana has different critters randomly throughout the day.
You will get soaked on the Wind-away River. There are two separate waterfalls that stretch across the whole waterway.
A vest or a wetsuit is required in all wet areas. When you arrive, you can pick out either a vest or wetsuit for the day. Keep this with you at all times if you want to swim or snorkel — Disovery Cove requires these in the water.
Swim with sharks — almost. Further out on The Grand Reef, you can swim right up to sharks with only glass separating you and these predators. But the rest of the reef is just like being in the ocean.
Rates start at $219 per person. Bonus: Your admission at Discovery Cove also includes unlimited admission to SeaWorld and Aquatica for 14 consecutive days.
References:
10 Insider Tips for Discovery Cove | Seaworld Orlando | Discovery Cove Tips, Tricks, Advice | Florida Travel + Life http://bit.ly/1nOu4hv
Orlando Theme Parks - How To Save Money (video)
From The Getaway: "As we continue our series planning a vacation to Orlando Florida, we'll look at the costs for parks like Disney World, Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, Discovery Cove, SeaWorld, Aquatica and more.
We'll also show you how to save big on tickets and get mobility scooters for over half off per day (if you're traveling with grandparents or someone that needs one."
We'll also show you how to save big on tickets and get mobility scooters for over half off per day (if you're traveling with grandparents or someone that needs one."
The importance of theme parks for Florida economy
From Bloomberg TV: Harry Potter Casts a Spell on Florida's Economy. Florida's employment picture has improved faster than any other state since the financial crisis -- and some Floridians says that's because Harry Potter has been working his wizardry in their state. Bloomberg's Yang Yang reports from Orlando.
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens in South Florida
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens has been a center for Japanese arts and culture in South Florida since its opening in 1977. Morikami invites guests to discover South Florida's heritage and its connection with Japan, and explore a series of six diverse gardens inspired by a different historical period and style of Japanese gardening. Experience traditional and contemporary Japanese culture through world-class exhibits, varied educational programs and season events, bonsai display, Pan-Asian cuisine and a distinctive museum store.
They have their own YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/morikamimuseum/videos
They have their own YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/morikamimuseum/videos
Ivanhoe Village in Orlando
An eclectic mixture of antique shops, boutiques, vintage records and great eats, the Ivanhoe Village neighborhood of Orlando has a little something for everyone.
Related: The Natural Side of Orlando. The Orlando area might be best known for its world-famous theme parks, but it's also a paradise for nature lovers.
Related: The Natural Side of Orlando. The Orlando area might be best known for its world-famous theme parks, but it's also a paradise for nature lovers.
Living with Florida Black Bears - Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission·video
"Yes, we have bears in Florida! The Florida black bear is a unique subspecies of the American black bear and is the state's largest land mammal. Black bears once ranged throughout Florida but now live in several fragmented areas across the state."
This 15 minute video discusses the ecology and behavior of the Florida black bear and how people can coexist with them.
For more information: http://myfwc.com/bear
This 15 minute video discusses the ecology and behavior of the Florida black bear and how people can coexist with them.
For more information: http://myfwc.com/bear
Disney's Epcot Center: Best Food & Drink Options
Walt Disney World's Epcot Center offers a variety of cuisines from around the world. In this video, learn about the highlight's that Epcot has to offer:
Related: Walt Disney World New Fantasyland - YouTube http://bit.ly/15d0t0t
Related: Walt Disney World New Fantasyland - YouTube http://bit.ly/15d0t0t
Annual shark migration in south Florida (video)
Sharks at Spring Break! Alistair Dove of the Georgia Aquarium talks about the annual shark migration in south Florida - apparently they are harmless. CNN video:
Disney's Animal Kingdom theme park in Orlando, Florida
Disney's Animal Kingdom is an animal theme park (a zoo with rides) located at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. It was the fourth park built at the resort and it opened in 1998. It is the largest single Disney theme park in the world, covering more than 500 acres (202 ha).
Disney's Animal Kingdom is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), just like the other higher quality zoos in the U.S.
This sprawling park in the southwestern corner of Walt Disney World. As mentioned before, t is equal parts theme park and zoological park. Nearby is the second-most-popular water park in the world, Disney's Blizzard Beach (the first most-popular is Typhoon Lagoon).
When it first opened, park advertising used the faux-African word "nahtazu" ("not a zoo") to emphasize that it was not just a collection of animals in small iron cages. The animals spend their days in expansive habitats that are as close to their natural environments as possible, with subtle and camouflaged barriers keeping them away from guests (and each other). At night, they sleep comfortably indoors in the park's extensive housing area backstage.
The park consists of 7 themed areas that are connected to Discovery Island. The “island” contains The Tree of Life, a sculpted 14-story (44 m high, 15 m wide) artificial tree that serves as the centerpiece and icon of Disney's Animal Kingdom.
The Animal Kingdom typically closes at 5PM, much earlier than the other theme parks, so that the animals can get rest.
Wild Africa Trek provides behind the scenes look but it costs $190 (as of 2013) on top of the admission ticket. More info here: Wild Africa Trek: Explore a Different Side of Disney’s Animal Kingdom « Disney Parks Blog http://bit.ly/1gLZ39m
1. Oasis
The Oasis is the park's main entrance. It features African Spoonbills, Australian White Ibis, Babirusas, Bronze-winged Ducks, Giant Anteaters, Hyacinth Macaws, Lesser Whistling Ducks, Military Macaws, Scarlet Macaws, and others. The main paths lead deeper into the park, and onto Discovery Island.
2. Discovery Island
Discovery Island is in the middle of the Discovery River waterway. This is the "central hub" of Disney's Animal Kingdom, connecting almost all of the other 7 sections of the park, except Rafiki's Planet Watch.
The Tree of Life, the park's visual icon, is located here surrounded by animal enclosures of Discovery Island's trails showcasing Abdim's Storks, Black Crowned Cranes, Black-necked Swans, Blue-and-yellow Macaws, Grey Kangaroos, Galápagos Tortoises, Greater Flamingos, Red Kangaroos, and others.
3. Camp Minnie-Mickey
Camp Minnie-Mickey is themed as a rustic summer camp. Here guests can meet the Disney characters such as Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Goofy and others. Located in the area's main theatre is Festival of the Lion King, a live stage show featuring performances inspired by the movie The Lion King.
Some of the animals seen here are Bronze Turkeys, Homing Pigeons, Opossums, Porcupines, Rabbits, Raccoons, Rats, and others.
4. Africa
This exhibition is set in the fictional east African village of Harambe.
The main attraction is Kilimanjaro Safaris. Guests climb aboard an open-sided safari vehicle for an expedition to see African animals that freely roam through acres of savanna, rivers and rocky hills, including African Elephants, Black Rhinos, Blue Wildebeests, Bongos, Cheetahs, Dama Gazelles, Gerenuks, Grant's Zebras, Greater Flamingos, Greater Kudus, Hippos, Impalas, Lions, Nile Crocodiles, Okapis, Ostriches, Pink-backed Pelicans, Reticulated Giraffes, Sable Antelopes, Saddle-billed Storks, Scimitar Oryx, Thomson's Gazelles, Warthogs, Waterbucks, White Rhinos, and others. The predators and the hippos do not “roam freely” but are housed in disguised enclosures.
The adjacent Pangani Forest Exploration Trail, which is located partially “on the outside” of Safaris leads the visitors into the forest where they see Black-and-White Colobus Monkeys, Blue Cranes, Gorillas, Hippos, Meerkats, Okapis, and others. Its aviary consists of African Grey Parrots, African Jacanas, Collared Kingfishers, and others.
5. Rafiki's Planet Watch
This is the only section of the park (among all 7) that is not connected to Discovery Island. Rafiki's Planet Watch is instead connected to Africa via a train. Guests board the Wildlife Express Train for the short trip to and from Planet Watch. The trains run every 5-7 minutes.
The indoor Conservation Station showcases the various conservation efforts supported by the Walt Disney Company. It also gives a behind-the-scenes glimpse into Disney's Animal Kingdom's animal care facilities, including a veterinary examination room complete with a two-way communications system so the veterinary staff can answer guest questions.
Outside, Affection Section is a petting zoo featuring goats, sheep, pigs, llamas, donkeys, and other domesticated animals.
6. Asia
Like Africa, the section's attractions are part of a fictional place, the kingdom of Anandapur (which means "Place of many delights"). Anandapur comprises two villages: the riverside village of Anandapur and Serka Zong, which is in the foothills of the Himalayan Mountains.
Portraits of Anandapur's royal family, the Maharajah and his wife, can be found in most of the businesses within the two villages, and a map of the kingdom, featuring both villages and their location relative to the mountains and river can be found on the wall of the Disney Vacation Club kiosk located there.
The Maharajah Jungle Trek leads guests through the forests and ruins outside the village, which are home to Bengal Tigers, Blackbucks, Black-Rumped Flamebacks, Collared Kingfishers, and others.
The trail is themed as if it had once been the hunting grounds for a wealthy maharajah who enclosed the forest to allow for easier hunting and then some time later died in a hunting accident. The themed storyline continues with subsequent maharajahs (including the original maharajah's bachelor brother) transforming the area into a nature preserve where the villagers live in harmony with the animals therein. These maharajahs are memorialized on the walls of the tiger enclosure. The forest was, at one point, also run by imperial British visitors, as evidenced in the Western spelling on the sign at the entrance to the Jungle Trek, which reads "Royal Anandapoor Forest". When their occupation of southern Asia ended, the British turned the forest over to the villagers of Anandapur, whom you encounter as you walk through the jungle.
Nearby, Kali River Rapids is a river rapids ride along the fictional Chakranadi River through a rainforest, past an illegal logging operation and down a waterfall. Most riders get wet, and some get completely soaked, so plan accordingly.
Looming in the distance behind Anandapur is the Forbidden Mountain, the home of Expedition Everest, a roller coaster ride through the Himalayas where the passengers will have an “encounter with a Yeti.”
Towering 200 feet over the surrounding terrain, this mini-mountain is visible from some distance away and even threatens to overtake the Tree of Life as the park's most visible icon. The Tree, perhaps by contrast, is most impressive up close, where its size and detail can truly be appreciated.
7. DinoLand U.S.A.
DinoLand U.S.A. was inspired by the public's curiosity about dinosaurs. The fictitious Dino Institute and its surrounding facilities attract those with a scientific interest in the long-extinct animals. The Dino-Rama recalls the many roadside attractions that were once scattered throughout the United States.
Like the other sections of Disney's Animal Kingdom, there are animals on display. These particular animals, such as the American Crocodile, Red Legged Seriemas and Asian brown tortoise, have evolutionary links to the age of the dinosaurs.
The Dino Institute is the home of DINOSAUR, a thrill ride featuring a trip through time to the Late Cretaceous Period.
There are plenty of dining options. I had lunch at Flame Tree Barbecue on Discovery Island and was not very impressed. The view was great though. Terraces closest to the water offer a nice view of the river and Expedition Everest in the distance.
References:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disney's_Animal_Kingdom
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Expedition_Everest
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maharajah_Jungle_Trek
http://wikitravel.org/en/Walt_Disney_World/Animal_Kingdom#b
Disney's Animal Kingdom is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), just like the other higher quality zoos in the U.S.
This sprawling park in the southwestern corner of Walt Disney World. As mentioned before, t is equal parts theme park and zoological park. Nearby is the second-most-popular water park in the world, Disney's Blizzard Beach (the first most-popular is Typhoon Lagoon).
When it first opened, park advertising used the faux-African word "nahtazu" ("not a zoo") to emphasize that it was not just a collection of animals in small iron cages. The animals spend their days in expansive habitats that are as close to their natural environments as possible, with subtle and camouflaged barriers keeping them away from guests (and each other). At night, they sleep comfortably indoors in the park's extensive housing area backstage.
The park consists of 7 themed areas that are connected to Discovery Island. The “island” contains The Tree of Life, a sculpted 14-story (44 m high, 15 m wide) artificial tree that serves as the centerpiece and icon of Disney's Animal Kingdom.
The Animal Kingdom typically closes at 5PM, much earlier than the other theme parks, so that the animals can get rest.
Wild Africa Trek provides behind the scenes look but it costs $190 (as of 2013) on top of the admission ticket. More info here: Wild Africa Trek: Explore a Different Side of Disney’s Animal Kingdom « Disney Parks Blog http://bit.ly/1gLZ39m
1. Oasis
The Oasis is the park's main entrance. It features African Spoonbills, Australian White Ibis, Babirusas, Bronze-winged Ducks, Giant Anteaters, Hyacinth Macaws, Lesser Whistling Ducks, Military Macaws, Scarlet Macaws, and others. The main paths lead deeper into the park, and onto Discovery Island.
2. Discovery Island
Discovery Island is in the middle of the Discovery River waterway. This is the "central hub" of Disney's Animal Kingdom, connecting almost all of the other 7 sections of the park, except Rafiki's Planet Watch.
The Tree of Life, the park's visual icon, is located here surrounded by animal enclosures of Discovery Island's trails showcasing Abdim's Storks, Black Crowned Cranes, Black-necked Swans, Blue-and-yellow Macaws, Grey Kangaroos, Galápagos Tortoises, Greater Flamingos, Red Kangaroos, and others.
3. Camp Minnie-Mickey
Camp Minnie-Mickey is themed as a rustic summer camp. Here guests can meet the Disney characters such as Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Goofy and others. Located in the area's main theatre is Festival of the Lion King, a live stage show featuring performances inspired by the movie The Lion King.
Some of the animals seen here are Bronze Turkeys, Homing Pigeons, Opossums, Porcupines, Rabbits, Raccoons, Rats, and others.
4. Africa
This exhibition is set in the fictional east African village of Harambe.
The main attraction is Kilimanjaro Safaris. Guests climb aboard an open-sided safari vehicle for an expedition to see African animals that freely roam through acres of savanna, rivers and rocky hills, including African Elephants, Black Rhinos, Blue Wildebeests, Bongos, Cheetahs, Dama Gazelles, Gerenuks, Grant's Zebras, Greater Flamingos, Greater Kudus, Hippos, Impalas, Lions, Nile Crocodiles, Okapis, Ostriches, Pink-backed Pelicans, Reticulated Giraffes, Sable Antelopes, Saddle-billed Storks, Scimitar Oryx, Thomson's Gazelles, Warthogs, Waterbucks, White Rhinos, and others. The predators and the hippos do not “roam freely” but are housed in disguised enclosures.
The adjacent Pangani Forest Exploration Trail, which is located partially “on the outside” of Safaris leads the visitors into the forest where they see Black-and-White Colobus Monkeys, Blue Cranes, Gorillas, Hippos, Meerkats, Okapis, and others. Its aviary consists of African Grey Parrots, African Jacanas, Collared Kingfishers, and others.
5. Rafiki's Planet Watch
This is the only section of the park (among all 7) that is not connected to Discovery Island. Rafiki's Planet Watch is instead connected to Africa via a train. Guests board the Wildlife Express Train for the short trip to and from Planet Watch. The trains run every 5-7 minutes.
The indoor Conservation Station showcases the various conservation efforts supported by the Walt Disney Company. It also gives a behind-the-scenes glimpse into Disney's Animal Kingdom's animal care facilities, including a veterinary examination room complete with a two-way communications system so the veterinary staff can answer guest questions.
Outside, Affection Section is a petting zoo featuring goats, sheep, pigs, llamas, donkeys, and other domesticated animals.
6. Asia
Like Africa, the section's attractions are part of a fictional place, the kingdom of Anandapur (which means "Place of many delights"). Anandapur comprises two villages: the riverside village of Anandapur and Serka Zong, which is in the foothills of the Himalayan Mountains.
Portraits of Anandapur's royal family, the Maharajah and his wife, can be found in most of the businesses within the two villages, and a map of the kingdom, featuring both villages and their location relative to the mountains and river can be found on the wall of the Disney Vacation Club kiosk located there.
The Maharajah Jungle Trek leads guests through the forests and ruins outside the village, which are home to Bengal Tigers, Blackbucks, Black-Rumped Flamebacks, Collared Kingfishers, and others.
The trail is themed as if it had once been the hunting grounds for a wealthy maharajah who enclosed the forest to allow for easier hunting and then some time later died in a hunting accident. The themed storyline continues with subsequent maharajahs (including the original maharajah's bachelor brother) transforming the area into a nature preserve where the villagers live in harmony with the animals therein. These maharajahs are memorialized on the walls of the tiger enclosure. The forest was, at one point, also run by imperial British visitors, as evidenced in the Western spelling on the sign at the entrance to the Jungle Trek, which reads "Royal Anandapoor Forest". When their occupation of southern Asia ended, the British turned the forest over to the villagers of Anandapur, whom you encounter as you walk through the jungle.
Nearby, Kali River Rapids is a river rapids ride along the fictional Chakranadi River through a rainforest, past an illegal logging operation and down a waterfall. Most riders get wet, and some get completely soaked, so plan accordingly.
Looming in the distance behind Anandapur is the Forbidden Mountain, the home of Expedition Everest, a roller coaster ride through the Himalayas where the passengers will have an “encounter with a Yeti.”
Towering 200 feet over the surrounding terrain, this mini-mountain is visible from some distance away and even threatens to overtake the Tree of Life as the park's most visible icon. The Tree, perhaps by contrast, is most impressive up close, where its size and detail can truly be appreciated.
7. DinoLand U.S.A.
DinoLand U.S.A. was inspired by the public's curiosity about dinosaurs. The fictitious Dino Institute and its surrounding facilities attract those with a scientific interest in the long-extinct animals. The Dino-Rama recalls the many roadside attractions that were once scattered throughout the United States.
Like the other sections of Disney's Animal Kingdom, there are animals on display. These particular animals, such as the American Crocodile, Red Legged Seriemas and Asian brown tortoise, have evolutionary links to the age of the dinosaurs.
The Dino Institute is the home of DINOSAUR, a thrill ride featuring a trip through time to the Late Cretaceous Period.
There are plenty of dining options. I had lunch at Flame Tree Barbecue on Discovery Island and was not very impressed. The view was great though. Terraces closest to the water offer a nice view of the river and Expedition Everest in the distance.
References:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disney's_Animal_Kingdom
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Expedition_Everest
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maharajah_Jungle_Trek
http://wikitravel.org/en/Walt_Disney_World/Animal_Kingdom#b
Canada in World Showcase, Epcot park in Walt Disney World
The Canada pavilion is designed to remind the guest of the Canadian outdoors. The pavilion is decorated with a canyon, a waterfall, gardens, a pool with fountains, and totem poles. The pavilion has 3 native totem poles, up to 30' in height. Two of the three are made out of fiberglass, and one is carved out of wood.
The mountains, Indian wood carvings, and the "fake" hotel all represent various regions of Canada.
The Victoria Gardens which are adjacent to the Hotel du Canada are inspired by the Butchart Gardens near Victoria, British Columbia. The gardens are the largest (and most labour intensive) of all the national pavilions.
The Hotel du Canada features a 19th-century chateau-style design. Around the base of the hotel is a village-like atmosphere evoking the Maritime Provinces.
Prior to the construction of the Canadian pavilion, the Walt Disney corporation sought financial support for the attraction from the Canadian government. The company wanted the Federal government to fund the cost of building the attraction, in return the government would have input into the design and layout. The Canadian government was concerned about the stereotype of Canada that Disney wanted (i.e., lumberjacks). Funding was refused, and Disney threatened to pull the exhibit, but ultimately did not.
References:
http://wikitravel.org/en/Epcot
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canada_(Epcot)
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/epcot/attractions/canada-pavilion/
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/le-cellier-steakhouse/
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/epcot/entertainment/off-kilter/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epcot
http://wikitravel.org/en/Epcot
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Experimental_Prototype_Community_of_Tomorrow_(concept)
http://wikitravel.org/en/Image:Map_-_Walt_Disney_World_-_Epcot_-_park.png
Related:
Disney Parks After Dark: Sunset at Epcot’s Canada Pavilion http://buff.ly/1L9HRFS
A Guide To Drinking Around The World at Disney's Epcot http://buff.ly/1RlE4ZH
The mountains, Indian wood carvings, and the "fake" hotel all represent various regions of Canada.
The Victoria Gardens which are adjacent to the Hotel du Canada are inspired by the Butchart Gardens near Victoria, British Columbia. The gardens are the largest (and most labour intensive) of all the national pavilions.
The Hotel du Canada features a 19th-century chateau-style design. Around the base of the hotel is a village-like atmosphere evoking the Maritime Provinces.
Prior to the construction of the Canadian pavilion, the Walt Disney corporation sought financial support for the attraction from the Canadian government. The company wanted the Federal government to fund the cost of building the attraction, in return the government would have input into the design and layout. The Canadian government was concerned about the stereotype of Canada that Disney wanted (i.e., lumberjacks). Funding was refused, and Disney threatened to pull the exhibit, but ultimately did not.
References:
http://wikitravel.org/en/Epcot
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canada_(Epcot)
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/epcot/attractions/canada-pavilion/
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/le-cellier-steakhouse/
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/epcot/entertainment/off-kilter/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epcot
http://wikitravel.org/en/Epcot
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Experimental_Prototype_Community_of_Tomorrow_(concept)
http://wikitravel.org/en/Image:Map_-_Walt_Disney_World_-_Epcot_-_park.png
Related:
Disney Parks After Dark: Sunset at Epcot’s Canada Pavilion http://buff.ly/1L9HRFS
A Guide To Drinking Around The World at Disney's Epcot http://buff.ly/1RlE4ZH
United Kingdom in World Showcase, Epcot park in Walt Disney World
The United Kingdom Pavilion was designed to look like a typical British village.
This pavilion's street contains one building for each century of British history. The largest structure, a recreation of the royal Hampton Court Palace in southwest London, is a patchwork of different periods' architecture. The little thatched roof house is a model of Anne Hathaway’s cottage in Stratford-upon-Avon. Anne was the wife of William Shakespeare. There is also a traditional hedge maze, modelled after the the Somerleyton Hall Maze in Lowestoft, which dates back to 1846. Don't forget to get a photo of yourself in front of the iconic red British phone booths.
The shops sell British items, such as tea, toys, clothing and Beatles merchandise. There is also a Beatles tribute band called "The British Invasion" that performs regularly in the Pavilion.
The Rose & Crown Pub and Dining Room serves traditional British food, as well as beer and ale. The indoor section resembles a pub, while the outdoor seating is located on a patio overlooking the lagoon. Dishes include Potato and Leek Soup, Bangers and Mash, Fish and Chips, and Baileys Irish Cream Irish Coffee Trifle.
Yorkshire County Fish Shop is a quick service fish and chip counter restaurant that serves only fish, chips, and shortbread. Drinks, including Bass Ale and Harp Lager, are available. Seating is outdoors only. Yorkshire is very rarely referred to as "Yorkshire County", despite being a county, because "shire" and "county" are synonymous in the UK.
There is a sport shop selling British sport equipment, including Chelsea F.C. and Liverpool F.C. shirts.
References:
http://wikitravel.org/en/Epcot
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_Kingdom_(Epcot)
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/epcot/attractions/united-kingdom-pavilion/
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/rose-and-crown-dining-room/
A Guide To Drinking Around The World at Disney's Epcot http://buff.ly/1RlE4ZH
This pavilion's street contains one building for each century of British history. The largest structure, a recreation of the royal Hampton Court Palace in southwest London, is a patchwork of different periods' architecture. The little thatched roof house is a model of Anne Hathaway’s cottage in Stratford-upon-Avon. Anne was the wife of William Shakespeare. There is also a traditional hedge maze, modelled after the the Somerleyton Hall Maze in Lowestoft, which dates back to 1846. Don't forget to get a photo of yourself in front of the iconic red British phone booths.
The shops sell British items, such as tea, toys, clothing and Beatles merchandise. There is also a Beatles tribute band called "The British Invasion" that performs regularly in the Pavilion.
The Rose & Crown Pub and Dining Room serves traditional British food, as well as beer and ale. The indoor section resembles a pub, while the outdoor seating is located on a patio overlooking the lagoon. Dishes include Potato and Leek Soup, Bangers and Mash, Fish and Chips, and Baileys Irish Cream Irish Coffee Trifle.
Yorkshire County Fish Shop is a quick service fish and chip counter restaurant that serves only fish, chips, and shortbread. Drinks, including Bass Ale and Harp Lager, are available. Seating is outdoors only. Yorkshire is very rarely referred to as "Yorkshire County", despite being a county, because "shire" and "county" are synonymous in the UK.
There is a sport shop selling British sport equipment, including Chelsea F.C. and Liverpool F.C. shirts.
References:
http://wikitravel.org/en/Epcot
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_Kingdom_(Epcot)
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/epcot/attractions/united-kingdom-pavilion/
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/rose-and-crown-dining-room/
A Guide To Drinking Around The World at Disney's Epcot http://buff.ly/1RlE4ZH
France in World Showcase, Epcot park in Walt Disney World
The France pavilion is themed to look like a Paris neighborhood with a pool and fountains and with a view of the Eiffel Tower in the distance.
The French pavilion re-creates a Parisian street scene, complete with a miniature Eiffel Tower that uses forced perspective to appear as if it's off in the distance. In fact, the "tower" is attached on the roof of a building.
The pavilion features many of the typical Parisian sights—a sidewalk cafe, fountains, and distinctive architecture.
The pavilion features "Impressions de France", a panoramic movie which visits France's cities and historical structures.
It includes two French restaurants, the Bistro de Paris and Les Chefs de France, and a bakery, the Boulangerie Patisserie.
Belle, Beast, and Gaston from Disney's "Beauty and the Beast" make appearances at the France Pavilion.
References:
http://wikitravel.org/en/Epcot
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/France_(Epcot)
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/epcot/attractions/france-pavilion/
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/epcot/attractions/impressions-de-france/
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/les-chefs-de-france/
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/akershus/
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/epcot/entertainment/serveur-amusant/
A Guide To Drinking Around The World at Disney's Epcot http://buff.ly/1RlE4ZH
The French pavilion re-creates a Parisian street scene, complete with a miniature Eiffel Tower that uses forced perspective to appear as if it's off in the distance. In fact, the "tower" is attached on the roof of a building.
The pavilion features many of the typical Parisian sights—a sidewalk cafe, fountains, and distinctive architecture.
The pavilion features "Impressions de France", a panoramic movie which visits France's cities and historical structures.
It includes two French restaurants, the Bistro de Paris and Les Chefs de France, and a bakery, the Boulangerie Patisserie.
Belle, Beast, and Gaston from Disney's "Beauty and the Beast" make appearances at the France Pavilion.
References:
http://wikitravel.org/en/Epcot
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/France_(Epcot)
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/epcot/attractions/france-pavilion/
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/epcot/attractions/impressions-de-france/
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/les-chefs-de-france/
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/akershus/
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/epcot/entertainment/serveur-amusant/
A Guide To Drinking Around The World at Disney's Epcot http://buff.ly/1RlE4ZH
Morocco in World Showcase, Epcot park in Walt Disney World
The Moroccan Pavilion, designed to look like a Moroccan city with a realistic Minaret, features the only pavilion in which the country's government aided in the design. King Hassan II sent Moroccan artisans to design and create the many mosaics. The government also sponsors the pavilion, while a corporation holds sponsoring rights on every other pavilion.
The minaret (or tower) towering over the area is a recreation of the unique Koutoubia Minaret in Marrakech.
The Fez House shows guests the typical Moroccan house. Inside the pavilion, North African plants including citrus trees, date palms, and olive trees, and fountains.
There is also a replica of the Nejjarine fountain in Fez, a very intricate mosaic fountain. Also from Fez, the evenly-tiled Bab Boujouloud gate marks the border between the old town (the Medina) and the new town. Inside the Medina, there is a bustling market place, or bazaar. Six shops adorn the pavilion, selling patrons everything from rugs to leather goods, and traditional Moroccan clothing.
The courtyard plays hosts to entertainment, including a belly dancing show in the evening.
Restaurant Marrakesh, along with the Moorish Cafe, serve Moroccan fare, including roast lamb in Tajine, couscous, and Harira soup.
References:
Discover Morocco at Epcot – No Passport Needed « Disney Parks Blog http://bit.ly/PW2iP7
http://wikitravel.org/en/Epcot
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Morocco_(Epcot)
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/epcot/attractions/morocco-pavilion/
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/restaurant-marrakesh/
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/epcot/entertainment/mo-rockin/
36 Hours in Marrakesh, Morocco - NYTimes.com, http://goo.gl/p3PE0
A Guide To Drinking Around The World at Disney's Epcot http://buff.ly/1RlE4ZH
The minaret (or tower) towering over the area is a recreation of the unique Koutoubia Minaret in Marrakech.
The Fez House shows guests the typical Moroccan house. Inside the pavilion, North African plants including citrus trees, date palms, and olive trees, and fountains.
There is also a replica of the Nejjarine fountain in Fez, a very intricate mosaic fountain. Also from Fez, the evenly-tiled Bab Boujouloud gate marks the border between the old town (the Medina) and the new town. Inside the Medina, there is a bustling market place, or bazaar. Six shops adorn the pavilion, selling patrons everything from rugs to leather goods, and traditional Moroccan clothing.
The courtyard plays hosts to entertainment, including a belly dancing show in the evening.
Restaurant Marrakesh, along with the Moorish Cafe, serve Moroccan fare, including roast lamb in Tajine, couscous, and Harira soup.
References:
Discover Morocco at Epcot – No Passport Needed « Disney Parks Blog http://bit.ly/PW2iP7
http://wikitravel.org/en/Epcot
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Morocco_(Epcot)
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/epcot/attractions/morocco-pavilion/
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/restaurant-marrakesh/
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/epcot/entertainment/mo-rockin/
36 Hours in Marrakesh, Morocco - NYTimes.com, http://goo.gl/p3PE0
A Guide To Drinking Around The World at Disney's Epcot http://buff.ly/1RlE4ZH
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