Backstage Magic

 

This month I was able to attend three behind the scenes tours of attractions at Disney World. First I learned how Rock N Roller Coaster at Hollywood Studios works. I toured the ride with some Friendship Boat Captains.

The next week I did a backstage tour of the Tower of Terror at Hollywood Studios, again with Friendship Boat Captains.  

Last night Susan and I got to do a behind the scenes tour of Ratatouille in Epcot.

Denver

We just got back from a trip to Denver, where Susan attended a convention. While she was doing that, I spend sometime exploring the Capitol and grounds. The Capitol building was impressive and the grounds were nice, although the number of vagrants hanging out on the streets near the Capitol was a little disconcerting. I also visited the History Colorado Center, which had some nice displays.

Before we left town, Susan and I made a trek down Colfax Avenue to the nearest Voodoo Doughnut. We also walked around downtown a bit.

July at WDW

 

Last week some friends from Oregon came out to visit, and we spent a few days in the parks with them. On Tuesday we went to Animal Kingdom, and on Wednesday we visited the Studios. Disney had erected a giant Baymax in front of the Studios to publicize the new series on Disney+.

We also invited them to enjoy the Independence Day fireworks at our subdivision. Although it was nowhere near as good as one of Disney's shows, it wasn't bad. 

Thursday they came to visit me at work at Epcot, and were able to snag a boarding pass for the new Guardians of the Galaxy roller coaster, which they really enjoyed. Last night we joined them for dinner at Trail's End before they headed out.