By Robert Yoshioka
Continuing our awesome avian encounters from yesterday’s penguins, this morning we set off to visit a raptor wildlife rehabilitation and conservation center in Spier. We were given an up-close and personal introduction to their numerous eagles, hawks, falcons, owls and, my favorite, vultures!
It was awe-inspiring to watch these…
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By Robert Yoshioka
Refreshing ocean views from the Cape of Good Hope kicked off our morning. Originally thought to be the southernmost tip of Africa, this was an important stopping point for ships sailing between Europe and the eastern colonies.
Two oceans’ currents from two completely different Oceans meet in these waters, resulting in wild and stormy seas. The…
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By Karina Schink
We all know that Africa holds a kind of nature we can only imagine (until we go there ourselves). And that’s not just during the day but when the sun goes down, as well! As Imagineer Joe Rohde tells us, Africa is entirely different at night, with unforgettable experiences bounding in the moonlight.
Joe and Dr. Mark Penning will be experiencing…
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By Karina Schink
A life-changing experience. An adventure at your fingertips. That’s what a safari is. It’s endless opportunity and potential, stretching as far as your eyes can see. But as Imagineer Joe Rohde lets us know, all of that isn’t around forever unless we make sure it is. Check out his message on conservation below.
And, check back here to see…
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By Karina Schink
When designing Animal Kingdom, Imagineers had to get all the details right. Microdetails from animal tracks to something like a tusk, they’ve thought of everything to make your experience in the park just like a real safari.
Check back here as we follow Imagineer Joe Rohde and Dr. Mark Penning on their Adventures by Disney trip to Africa, the…
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By Karina Schink
Join Imagineer Joe Rohde for a look at the wild animals that roam Kilimanjaro Safaris. No matter where you turn, there’s always something to see, something to make a once-in-a- lifetime memory.
Joe and Dr. Mark Penning will be observing animals in their natural habitat on the special Adventures by Disney expedition to Africa. Check back here…
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By Karina Schink
On your next adventure, make sure you have a sketchbook in tow, Imagineer Joe Rohde encourages. You’ll be able to catch every detail and have more vivid memories than you ever imagined (don’t worry, even beginner sketches are encouraged to join in)!
Joe and Dr. Mark Penning will be bringing their own sketchbooks along on their Adventures by…
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By Karina Schink
If you open your mind to real possibilities, you’ll see just how closely connected we all are to the world that’s around us. Trees, animals, all of us—we’re all a part of this Earth. Imagineer Joe Rohde encourages you to take a closer look at what surrounds us.
To see what kind of animals and wildlife roam around the globe, check back…
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By Karina Schink
Imagineer Joe Rohde tells us that when guests experience Kilimanjaro Safaris at Walt Disney World Resort, it makes Africa seem a lot closer to home. The secret? Research. Check out the video to learn more about how researchers and Imagineers brought a bit of Africa to Florida.
If your wilderness explorer heart is feeling especially ignited by…
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