gran fiesta

Some of the best rides around the Walt Disney World Resort are somewhat hidden from the main walkways. The Gran Fiesta Tour Starring the Three Caballeros, formerly The River of Time, is one of those attractions. As you enter the pyramid, wind your way to the back of...

wrapping up

Finishing editing the last of the Christmas episodes of 2008. Here are some great songs from the Voices of Liberty in the American Adventure at Epcot. The Voices of Liberty have been at Epcot since the beginning. Their singing is something that is not to be missed and...

the monkey king

Although this is not a traditional Western story, the legend of the monkey king is of great importance in China. He is a legendary character who accompanies the monk Xuanzang to retrieve Buddhist sutras from India. With a culture that spans millenia, the Chinese have...

helga in the german pavillion

There are so many traditions we have as we celebrate Christmas that come from Germany. From the Christmas tree and advent calendars to Christmas cookies and the type of decorations we use throughout our celebrations, much comes from Germany. Much of what we take for...

papa noel

Our last visit from one of the Santas from around the world. This stop is at the Canada Pavilion where our friends to the North know Santa by a few different names. Canada is so large and diverse in its population, that there are many cultures celebrating the...

sigrid and julenissen

The Holiday tales in Norway differ just a bit from other parts we may be familiar with. This is the tale, told by Sigrid and Julenissen. Although they know of Santa Claus and his visits, there is more to tell from our friends in Norway and how they celebrate these...