Who doesn’t love a good Hidden Mickeys hunt? It’s an activity you can enjoy, no matter where you are on Walt Disney Property. So who better to have back than the Hidden Mickeys Man himself, Dr. Steve Barrett. This week, Steve joins Shontell at Downtown Disney’s Marketplace district to look for some of his favorite Hidden Mickeys. However, as we’ll discover this week, Mickey Mouse isn’t the only character hidden. Get your super sleuth mentality in gear as we go huntin’. Let’s do it!!!
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If you’ve never ventured over to Disney’s Fort Wilderness, you don’t know what you’re missing. Most people know it for hosting the Hoop-Dee-Doo Review, but it has sooooo much more to offer. In fact, it’s Matt Hochberg’s, from WDW Today, favorite resort on Disney property. This week, he joins Shontell to share one of the options that the whole family can enjoy. And best of all, it’s free to visit! So grab your cowboy hat buckaroos and enjoy this week’s segment at the Tri-Circle-D Farm.
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If you’ve been to Walt Disney World within the last year, I’m sure you’ve seen a brightly colored balloon high up in the sky. If you’ve ever wondered what the view is like from above, you’re in luck this week. That’s because John Van Meter, of Owner’s Locker, joins Shontell as they hop aboard the Characters in Flight Balloon located at Downtown Disney’s Westside District. You’ll enjoy a unique perspective of the entire Walt Disney World property, including Saratoga Springs, Hollywood Studios, Epcot, and more. You’ll definitely want to experience this for yourself on your next trip to Disney.
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Everyone’s favorite Hidden Mickey’s expert, Steve Barrett, is back for another segment of RR&R. This week, we head over to Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa as Steve shows us some of his favorite, and most compelling, Hidden Mickeys. If you haven’t seen these Hidden Mickeys before, you’ll definitely want to take the time to search for them on your next trip to Walt Disney World.
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On this week’s episode, we venture over to Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort. This is one of Matt Hochberg’s, this week’s guest, favorite locations because of there is so much to do. If you haven’t been, we encourage you to check it out on one of your next vacations. On this week’s episode, we rent one of the pontoon boats and head out to Bay Lake for some very unique views of the Walt Disney World property.
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There are so many activities to do at the Walt Disney World Resort, it’s often difficult to choose when you’re on vacation. However, there is one activity that anyone can participate in, no matter what part of the resort you happen to be on….and it’s FREE!!! Of course, I’m talking about searching for Hidden Mickeys. This week, we are fortunate enough to have the master of the Hidden Mickey hunt as our special guest on Restaurants, Recess, and Relaxation. Steve Barrett joins Shontell Crawford as they search for everyone’s favorite mouse at the Grand Floridian Resort.
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This week on RR&R, we are joined by Hidden Mickey expert and author of The Hidden Mickey’s Guide, Steve Barrett. You will have to join us on Tuesday as he takes us on a Hidden Mickey’s hunt at a resort that just happens to be on the monorail line. We’d tell you which one, but that would spoil all the fun. For those of you who may not have met him before, Shontell took a few minutes prior to one of our tapings to talk with Steve and find out what sparked his passion for Disney, and how the Hidden Mickey’s books came to be. We invite you to watch below.
Be sure to come back tomorrow for a little Hidden Mickey’s huntin’.
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For those of you who truly feel that you have done everything at Walt Disney World, this week’s feature is an indulgence you may have overlooked, but is a must do as far as our team is concerned. Oddly enough, we think you’ll find it surprisingly affordable! If you had an opportunity to view this week’s video, we invited you aboard the Breathless II as we cruised along the boardwalk, over towards Hollywood Studios, and up to the edge of the World Showcase Lagoon. Check it out, if you haven’t already!
The Breathless II (Click for a larger photo)
What makes this particular ride so special begins with the majestic watercraft. This Hacker-Craft design mimics the early twentieth-century vessels and is made almost entirely of mahogany. In fact, what made Hacker-Craft famous during the 1920’s was that it introduced an indented hull design that allowed it to go faster than any of the wooden boats of that era. The only items on the Breathless II that have been updated are the engine and the electronics. We were fortunate enough to capture some extra footage you may want to check out if you have a few minutes as Captain Mike was preparing the boat for our journey. You will find it on the DVC By Resale Facebook Fanpage.
Once you step aboard, it’s Bon Voyage! The video we shared barely does our time aboard justice…it’s one of those “you just had to be there” experiences, but hopefully you’ll get the idea. Possibly the most notable aspect of our ride was the unique perspectives the Breathless II gave us from the water. Everything looks different from the water, so it took the images we are so accustomed to recognizing from the land and changed them into a whole new world of memory pictures for our minds! One of the highlights was approaching the edge of the World Showcase Lagoon. While you won’t go out into the lagoon itself, it does offer you an unobstructed view of most of the countries. Although this particular trip was taken during the day, the Breathless II also leaves the dock in the evenings for a special Illuminations voyage, which we can’t wait to experience in another segment! One of the fun items we wanted to be sure to mention as well – as you approach the World Showcase, keep a sharp eye to your right, as you will see an easel positioned underneath the bridge that connects England and France. In true Disney spirit of paying attention to detail, you will see that the painting is actually the building directly across from the waterway. Be sure to ask the captain to point it out to your crew.
Another perspective of the Breathless II (Click for a larger photo)
Since we have extra footage of our voyage, we wanted to post this video below for your convenience. It is an extra segment and includes commentary with our guest, Deb Wills. It will show you just how close you get to the World Showcase Lagoon. You’ll even get a glimpse at some of the recreated French artistry we mentioned above. Once you finish, we invite you to look below for extra information about the Breathless II and how you can go about scheduling a trip aboard this magnificent jewel of the Yacht and Beach Club Marina.
Let us know if the Breathless II is, or is about to become, one of your favorite R,R & R spots! Until next time…..
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Breathless II Information: (Special Thanks to Captain Mike for aiding us with this information)
Location: The Yacht & Beach Club Marina Origin of the Boat’s Namesake: Breathless Mahoney was the character portrayed by Madonna in the movie, Dick Tracy. Day Cruises: Available from 2pm to 6pm daily. $95 per half hour for up to 6 passengers. You may call and book your ride in advance, but they do take walk-up riders. Illuminations Cruise: Cost may vary, and availability is limited. We recommend you call to reserve 90 days in advance. Ph # to Call for Reservations or General Questions: 407-WDW-PLAY
Special Notes:
* While drinks are allowed aboard the Breathless II, the boat is not designed for dining. However, the occasional finger food or snack may be taken aboard.
* Children under the age of 12 are required to wear life jackets. This also applies to the pontoon boats as well.
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There are numerous attractions and experiences throughout the Walt Disney World Resort that involve water. Whether you’re plunging down the falls of Splash Mountain or floating through the Caribbean with some jolly ole’ pirates, there’s just something about it that can only be described only as “Magical”. After all, this is Disney.
But this week, magical is accompanied with breathless, Breathless II to be exact. Shontell is once again joined by owner and founder of AllEars.net, Deb Wills, as they embark on a wonderful voyage aboard this sleek, wooden boat from an era gone by. Join us this week, with Captain Mike at the helm, as we step aboard the Breathless II. And once your finished, let us know your thoughts by leaving a comment below, or commenting on our Facebook Fanpage.
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This week, Shontell is joined by Lou Mongello, host of The WDW Radio Show, to discuss an evening activity available to guests of the Walt Disney World Resort. Take a stroll outside of Disney’s Beach Club Resort and join us for this segment of R,R,& R. When you’re finished with the video, let us know what you think and leave a comment below. We love hearing from the viewers!
***Important Disclaimer ~ Shontell would like to apologize in advance for the amount of times the word “umm” was used in this video. Yes, she does realize it’s not a word and she blames it on being nervous around the superstar Mr. Mongello! She begs your forgiveness and asks for another chance to avoid the “umm’s” and would like to assure the audience it won’t happen again…she hopes!
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