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I spent quite a bit of time in the Maharajah Jungle Trek; I took my first photo at 1:14 and left the trail at 1:41! First I'll share with you the photos I took of the actual attraction:
Komodo dragon
Fruit bats
Cool fountain
There is a hidden Mickey here...can you find it? If not, I'll show you!
The star of the show!
I have no idea what this is; a yak of some sort?
I just thought this sign was really interesting; you really feel like you could be walking through ancient ruins in Asia! And there are actually water fountains here, which I thought was a nice touch!
I tried to take pictures of the many props and decorations that I usually rush right by!
There is an aviary at the end of this attraction, but we have a nice aviary at home and I was getting hungry, so I didn't spend much time there.
In the next post, I'll share the results of my very first Hidden Mickey hunt!
I was brand-new to the world of Hidden Mickeys, and I was excited to get started. If you have Steve Barrett's HM guide (3rd edition), I'll match the picture with the clue number in the book.
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This is lovely, and despite the fact that for some reason I can't see your photos, I am really enjoying the trip report.
I went to WDW from the UK in December 2008 as a volunteer with a local charity for a week, and had one day off in the middle of my week, which I spent at both the Magic Kingdom and Epcot - ON MY OWN! I have been to the World lots of times with various family members, but this was my first 'solo' experience, and it was really wonderful. Don't get me wrong, I do love spending time at WDW with my sister or daughter or DB, but there is something really special about having just one day to yourself, to go wherever you want and do things at your own pace, without having to fit in with other people. Amazing.
I just love the way you were able to slow down & take in all the little extras! I always TRY to do that, but usually end up caught up in all the excitement. Thanks for sharing your pictures with us!
How great that you spent some of your time hunting Hidden Mickeys! Those are great shots and I really enjoyed picking them out of your photos! Can't wait to see what else you did with your solo trip!
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This is the first TR I have read and it is wonderful!! I am so jealous that you were able to take a solo trip to the World. I try and do one solo trip a year to Disneyland. I would LOVE to take a solo trip to WDW. Maybe in the future. I don't have any hang-ups about being by myself. Like you have shown in your pics you are able to slow down and take in the things you normally don't. I can't wait for your next installation of report and photos. Thanks so much for sharing!!
Here are a few more Hidden Mickey pictures from MJT:
Clue 27 page 115
Clue 29 - This one was really hard to find. I took a photo of the wall - getting some strange looks, of course - and had to go back later to see if I'd actually photographed the Hidden Mickey! On Steve's website, it actually shows him with eyes and a waving hand, but apparently they have changed it to the traditional "classic" hidden Mickey.
Clue 30
It was time for lunch, so I had a decision to make. I'd been to Flame Tree several times in the past, and really didn't want to eat outside. I considered Pizzafari, because it was indoors, but thought I might try something new this time. Before the trip, I'd put Yak & Yeti on my list of things to try, but the seating for the counter service location is outside, as well, so I decided to try to get into the table service location and pay out of pocket. I approached the CM at the door and asked how long for a table for just me. She suggested I check the bar for a seat, and if there weren't any seats available there, then it would probably be about 15 - 20 minutes. I didn't really care how long it took; I was indoors, it was air conditioned, just get me a beverage and I'd be all set!
I considered the Yak Attack that I'd heard to much about (Mango Daiquiri, Bacardi Light Rum, and Wildberry Flavors) but I hadn't eaten anything since the flight that morning; that combined with the heat and the humidity would probably not have good results. So I decided to have a Berry Cherry Limeade - Cherry and lime juice with Sprite. It was so refreshing and just what I needed! For my entree, I went with an appetizer: Pork Pot Stickers - pan seared or steamed, soy lime dipping sauce. They were okay; just what I needed to give me energy for some more Hidden Mickey hunting!
Sounds like you're really enjoying yourself--Thanks for all the pictures from your Hidden Mickey Hunt (one of my families favorite past times at the park!)
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