Your best WDW Secret!! - Page 3

Main Street Magic · 08-19-2004, 05:38 PM

the concentric circles.....is that the spot in the pavement as you are heading towards The Land? The one with the inventors on it? Is this the center of the world?

crashbunny · 08-19-2004, 09:04 PM

yes it is!

Jiminy Cricket · 08-19-2004, 09:18 PM

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Originally Posted by AKQJ10

Here is the bowling ball for you...

MSM, feel free to describe it for the rest of the gang since it's your question, (or I can if you like)

Is that supposed to be a bocce ball?

kmzairdetail · 08-19-2004, 11:01 PM

center near the land...ok

WDW Donna · 08-21-2004, 11:40 PM

What is the key under the mat about?

**Lou Mongello** · 08-21-2004, 11:45 PM

At the entrance to MuppetVision 3D, just as you enter the building, look for the "Security Office" on the right hand side. There, you will see a sign that says: "Back in 5 Minutes: Key Under Mat". If you look down at the mat you're standing on, you can lift it and actually find a key embedded in the carpet!!

It's all about the little details!!!

Jonas_Swe · 08-22-2004, 09:41 AM

Lou, that's such a cool and funny detail, I just have got to go and check it out for myself when I get there...

And THAT's exactly why Disney is so special and wonderful, the attention to detail is incredible...

dzneynut · 08-22-2004, 12:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Main Street Mag

the concentric circles.....is that the spot in the pavement as you are heading towards The Land? The one with the inventors on it? Is this the center of the world?

You have identified the geographic center of Walt Disney World, but no one has mentioned why the center of the World does not coincide with the center of Epcot itself. I believe there is a difference of some 300 feet. And why is that, since originally, EPCOT Center was supposed to be built exactly at the center of WDW property at the time?

**disneydame2004** · 08-22-2004, 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by dzneynut

You have identified the geographic center of Walt Disney World, but no one has mentioned why the center of the World does not coincide with the center of Epcot itself. I believe there is a difference of some 300 feet. And why is that, since originally, EPCOT Center was supposed to be built exactly at the center of WDW property at the time?

Wasn't there something about an endangered animal's habitat being found on the site, and having to shift things to avoid it?

**Lou Mongello** · 08-22-2004, 03:20 PM

You are quite right, DD!

During construction, a group of endangered birds called the Red-Cockaded Woodpecker was discovered nesting in a wooded area destined for development. The entire construction site had to be moved 300 feet in order to preserve that area's natural state. A back service road was named after the birds as a reminder of the company's conservation efforts.

WDW Donna · 08-27-2004, 06:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AKQJ10

At the entrance to MuppetVision 3D, just as you enter the building, look for the "Security Office" on the right hand side. There, you will see a sign that says: "Back in 5 Minutes: Key Under Mat". If you look down at the mat you're standing on, you can lift it and actually find a key embedded in the carpet!!

It's all about the little details!!!

I think I remember the sign but I don't think I have ever actuallly looked for the key. I will have to do that on our next trip.

**Lou Mongello** · 08-27-2004, 06:48 PM

Hmmm... I know I have the pictires somewhere....

**Lou Mongello** · 09-06-2004, 12:46 AM

How about Miyuki - the candy-maker in Japan? Not really a "secret" per se, but an amazing and often overlooked (and FREE) "performance" by the only female in Japan who was taught this amazing art form

crashbunny · 09-06-2004, 12:15 PM

Here's one that may not be a secret but it's often overlooked. Don't just rush by Canada - take the time to walk around to the back of the Pavilion and look at the gardens - they are just beautiful and a great resting and relaxing spot. Someone told us about this a few years ago and we never realized it was there. Worth a peek if you're into flowers and gardening.!!

TrendyMagic · 09-06-2004, 10:20 PM

The backside of Canada is great. That is one hidden treasure!

08-19-2004, 05:38 PM	#31
Main Street Magic D-Ticket Holder Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Atlanta Posts: 218	the concentric circles.....is that the spot in the pavement as you are heading towards The Land? The one with the inventors on it? Is this the center of the world? __________________ Keep your hands and arms inside the post at all times and remember no smoking or flash photography please!

08-19-2004, 11:01 PM	#34
kmzairdetail B-Ticket Holder Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Alsip, Il Posts: 91	center near the land...ok __________________ Thanks Bob!!!!!!! LV Tour 2005

08-21-2004, 11:40 PM	#35
WDW Donna Much too far from the Magic :( Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Cambridge Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,135	What is the key under the mat about? __________________ EpcoT International Program June 21-January 21 1991 Resorts we have tried; Yacht and Beach Club (our wedding)-1994 All Star Movies -2004 All Star Sports - 2006 All Star Music Resort - 2008 Coronado Springs -2009

08-21-2004, 11:45 PM	#36
Lou Mongello Lou Mongello (AKQJ10) - WDW Trivia Book Author and Site Owner/Admin Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 8,339	At the entrance to MuppetVision 3D, just as you enter the building, look for the "Security Office" on the right hand side. There, you will see a sign that says: "Back in 5 Minutes: Key Under Mat". If you look down at the mat you're standing on, you can lift it and actually find a key embedded in the carpet!! It's all about the little details!!! __________________ Lou Mongello Host, Author & Site Owner AKQJ10 >: 4 8 15 16 23 42

08-22-2004, 09:41 AM	#37
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08-19-2004, 09:04 PM	#32
crashbunny Moderator Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 4,044	yes it is!

08-22-2004, 03:20 PM	#40
Lou Mongello Lou Mongello (AKQJ10) - WDW Trivia Book Author and Site Owner/Admin Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 8,339	You are quite right, DD! During construction, a group of endangered birds called the Red-Cockaded Woodpecker was discovered nesting in a wooded area destined for development. The entire construction site had to be moved 300 feet in order to preserve that area's natural state. A back service road was named after the birds as a reminder of the company's conservation efforts. __________________ Lou Mongello Host, Author & Site Owner AKQJ10 >: 4 8 15 16 23 42

08-27-2004, 06:48 PM	#42
Lou Mongello Lou Mongello (AKQJ10) - WDW Trivia Book Author and Site Owner/Admin Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 8,339	Hmmm... I know I have the pictires somewhere.... __________________ Lou Mongello Host, Author & Site Owner AKQJ10 >: 4 8 15 16 23 42

09-06-2004, 12:46 AM	#43
Lou Mongello Lou Mongello (AKQJ10) - WDW Trivia Book Author and Site Owner/Admin Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 8,339	How about Miyuki - the candy-maker in Japan? Not really a "secret" per se, but an amazing and often overlooked (and FREE) "performance" by the only female in Japan who was taught this amazing art form __________________ Lou Mongello Host, Author & Site Owner AKQJ10 >: 4 8 15 16 23 42

09-06-2004, 12:15 PM	#44
crashbunny Moderator Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 4,044	Here's one that may not be a secret but it's often overlooked. Don't just rush by Canada - take the time to walk around to the back of the Pavilion and look at the gardens - they are just beautiful and a great resting and relaxing spot. Someone told us about this a few years ago and we never realized it was there. Worth a peek if you're into flowers and gardening.!!

09-06-2004, 10:20 PM	#45
TrendyMagic On Mars Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: SF Bay, Cali Posts: 3,854	The backside of Canada is great. That is one hidden treasure!

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