{"id":1155,"date":"2011-02-08T12:00:58","date_gmt":"2011-02-08T17:00:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_guest\/?p=1155"},"modified":"2022-05-05T00:09:43","modified_gmt":"2022-05-05T04:09:43","slug":"animal-kingdom-from-a-to-z-part-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/animal-kingdom-from-a-to-z-part-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Animal Kingdom From A to Z (Part 3)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Our A-Z Journey left us exploring the flora and fauna of the Maharajah Jungle Trek. This time we start out under the sea for letter N:\"\"<\/a>
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\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

(Finding) Nemo: The Musical
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A fishy musical at the end of Dinoland, USA seems a little off but once you’re there, Dory will be the only one who’s confused. \u00a0The 30 minute Broadway-esque musical is entertaining. \u00a0It’s enough like the movie to be familiar with a little new thrown in to keep you guessing.
\nOne of Nemo’s greatest assets is its performers. \u00a0They are singers, dancers, actors and puppeteers. \u00a0Each time I see it I am impressed. I’m also a huge fan of the bubbles and jellyfish.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Oasis Exhibits<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

I remember when I first visited Animal Kingdom. \u00a0I spent much more time in the Oasis Exhibits than a seasoned visitor probably would. \u00a0They would be off to Safari or Everest but I knew no better. \u00a0I just took in the beauty around me. I still like to try and remember that now when I’m there. \u00a0I love the orchids that creep out of the lush greenery. \u00a0We don’t see a lot of\u00a0those in Wisconsin, unless they are in a pot. Aside from the people going by, it may be one of the most beautiful places there. \u00a0It’s even lovelier at twilight when leaving the park.
\nIt’s not a big draw but instead a fitting close to a day spent with lions, tigers, and Yeti’s, oh my!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pizzafari<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Is it wrong that I never really care about eating when I go to Pizzafari? Don\u2019t get me wrong, the food is fine. I\u2019ll have some breadsticks and have a drink (I\u2019m not much of a mid-day eater unless LeCellier is part of the plan.) But this restaurant is still a lot of fun. Okay, it\u2019s usually crazy and busy when I\u2019m there but the building itself is fun.<\/p>\n

I love how colorful it is. The animals painted on the walls whisper to me each time I\u2019m there telling me Hidden Mickeys reside among them. I refuse to cheat and look in my book when it comes to Pizzafari. There I must find them on my own.<\/p>\n

Because I am a very \u201climited\u201d eater (I\u2019m sick of the word picky), this is one of the few places at Animal Kingdom I\u2019ll eat and I\u2019m glad it\u2019s such a vibrant place to be. It feels like lunch is part of the entertainment.<\/p>\n

Questions Answered <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

In every Disney Park I have ever been in, there has never been a shortage of Cast Members ready to help. At Animal Kingdom these Cast Members are able to answer your questions about the animals they work with. Some are even given cute names like \u201cresearch assistants.\u201d Others work at Kids\u2019 Discovery Clubs, which are stations where kids can try small animal adventures and ask questions. Also, in a manner similar to Epcot, some of the shops are staffed by people from the countries that part of the park represents. They are a wealth of knowledge and most are very friendly about answering your inquiries.<\/p>\n

Rafiki\u2019s Planet Watch<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

I am a true animal lover. Before our last trip we had to arrange for someone to take care of our 14 pets. I think that’s why Rafiki’s Planet Watch appeals to me so.
\nWhen you get off the Wildlife Express Train and walk to the top you can’t miss the giant animal mural. Bright, colorful, and large. Rafiki’s Planet Watch is all about unique animal experiences. This is the place that gives you hands-on and interactive opportunities. Sometimes that might be matching the “feces with the species” but it’s clever. Food preparation can be observed. There is even a viewing area for exams and surgeries. Veterinary staff is available to answer your questions. Conservation is a huge theme throughout and education is an important part of the fun.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Signs<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

From the creative movie posters at It’s Tough to be a Bug such as Beauty and the Bees and Barefoot in the Bark, to including the names of the imagineers responsible for the design of the park, to authentic Asian and African language you can never know what to expect from a sign at Animal Kingdom. What you can expect is that most signs have more going on than may meet the eye. Some of it will be obvious and others may take some detective work, exploring books written by Imagineers or true Disney fans that have done their homework. Even if you don’t know their meaning I think it\u2019s fun to know they have some.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Tree of Life<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

The tree.<\/p>\n

It is the symbol of the park. \u00a0It is an amazing creation.
\nThat must be why I have pictures of it from every possible angle. \u00a0From every trip we’ve taken there. \u00a0That’s a lot of tree pictures.
\nI like that tree.
\nHow can you not?
\n325 animals hide carved into the trunk of this one-of-a-kind tree. \u00a0My only regret is that we aren’t able to get closer to really check it out. \u00a0(It’s Tough to Be a Bug gives you a small taste.)<\/p>\n

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Next time find out why I like mole rats and what I look for on safari.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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