Where the sun always shines...

At the Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory in Port Orleans French Quarter this huge sun beams down on the food court. Look up as you are making your meal selections and in the center of the lighting is the sun smiling down on you. But don't try to look up as you are walking with your food or you could end up with powdered sugar from those beignets all over the place...

Down on the corner

In the UK they have street names for the paths through the pavilion - right now we're on the corner of Tudor and Lower Regency. It certainly helps make one feel like they are wondering around England, I recall these from the time I was there. I'm not sure if there is special significance to this intersection, as far as I can tell it doesn't exist in London proper but no doubt there are a number of such intersections around the country...

Botanical Tiki

The Polynesian has lots of fun tikis around the resort. This little guy has a big job - he's got that pot on his head to help out the gardeners with their display. It almost looks like there is a hidden Mickey in there as well...

Gung hei faat choi!

Happy Chinese New Year! Over at DCA you can find a terrific neon dragon at the Lucky Fortune Cookery. Sadly, every time that I've been to DCA it is closed so I can't offer any tips on their food... Hopefully your local Chinese eatery is open long enough today for you to stock up on chow mien, pot stickers, sweet and sour chicken, cream cheese wantons and all your favorites for your new years party!

Going once, going twice...

Coming this Saturday at 9 AM - you too can go shopping for horses. Kane Auction Yard has 35 horses and they are up for grabs to the highest bidder. I'm not sure where you go but ask around on Main Street, someone there has to know the directions...

Let the good times roll

It's party time! Mardi Gras is today and if you can't get down to New Orleans you can at least get to New Orleans Square. There's always a bit of a party atmosphere over there and today's their day to shine. So grab a big slice of king cake and a pile of sugar coated beignets, or at least a tasty Monte Cristo, and get going!

Es un barco

This small river barge sits beached just outside of the Cantina de Dan Angel - the Bonita Verdad adds a nice touch of color. There are pots of all sizes for sale on the on the boat, from little pots perfect for your kitchen table or big ones for the yard. Unfortunately they aren't open for business today, that's fine though since you can pick up some items for the home inside the at the Plaza de los Amigos.

Check the brakes...

Monahan's Freight Co. seems to have a bit of an issue. A tram has missed the tour garage door and gone through their wall. A bit of a bummer maybe but hey, they just got a new entrance for free! Those trams must be pretty sturdy - only a broken grill, headlights, and windshield. Fix those up and with a new coat of paint it is practically new.

No parking

The sign says it all. The Swahili translation is a bit tricky, Hapana is No, Magari is Cars, Kuweka is still coming up a blank in my searching... Glad to know that the town of Harambe is making sure the streets are clear for visitors and travelers. Please remember to park around back of the businesses in designated parking stalls... Or better yet, use the the nature-friendly form of transportation - your feet!

It's dinner time!

While you are munching down some tasty grub at the Village Haus, Figaro is mighty excited about the prospect of a tasty fish dinner. Looks like he has quite the haul today, my cat would be very jealous of that feast! The Village Haus is a terrific place to eat and take a break from the crowds, and the wonderful theme work (not to mention views - the castle from one side, it's a small world from another...) lend to the fun atmosphere.