The nation’s top female youth basketball players and teams are vying for a title as the Amateur Athletic Union’s Girls Basketball National Championships are underway at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex near Orlando, Fla. Competition began July 3 with the Division I, II and III 8th Grade National
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Chip is the owner, editor, and writer of Chip and Company. When he is not writing about Disney News or Planning Tips, you will find him counting down the days to his next Disney Vacation.
Win a Disneyland Resort Vacation with the Verizon Mobile Magic App
You already know that the Verizon Mobile Magic app is your source for all you need to know during your visits to Disney Parks. Whether you want to find a place to take a picture with Mater or need to know the FASTPASS return times for Radiator Springs Racers, the
Marvel Entertainment and NECA Draft “All-Winners Squad”
With the surge in popularity among Marvel Super Heroes this summer, a group of lesser-known heroes, villains (and some all-out odd balls) petitioned Marvel Entertainment to grant them a team of their own. A common name they could share and make legendary. A battle cry for evil to fear, and
Actress Kelly Macdonald discusses her voice-over role for “Brave: The Video Game”
In this video Kelly Macdonald discusses her enjoyment voicing Merida in both the highly successful film Brave and newly released Brave: The Video Game. Brave: The Video Game is a third person action-adventure where players can challenge destiny and change their fate that features a variety of gameplay options, including single-player
Disney’s Shake It Up Summer Sweepstakes
Enter Disney’s Shake It Up Summer Sweepstakes for your chance to win a trip to California to meet the cast of Disney’s “Shake It Up” or one of 100 Best Western gift cards.
Richard Petty Driving Experience Announces “Junior Ride-Alongs” at Walt Disney World Speedway
Richard Petty Driving Experience announced today that it will now offer “Junior Ride-Alongs” at its Walt Disney World Speedway location in Orlando, FL. RPDE’s “Junior Ride-Alongs” program will provide children, under the age of 14 who are at least 48 inches in height, the opportunity to experience real-life racing excitement
Disney’s Characters in Flight Closed till further notice
According to several news outlets Disney has suspended all operations of it’s Characters in Flight attraction at Downtown Disney due to an accident occurring at the Ocean Park operation in Hong Kong. Here is more information from The Standard: Eight people faced terror when a helium balloon at Ocean Park
Events and Attractions coming to Disney World Fall 2012
As the weather cools down this fall, entertainment at Walt Disney World Resort heats up with new experiences offering guests a chance to strike up fun at a new bowling and entertainment complex, immerse themselves in the world of Jack Sparrow, become automotive designers, see zebras up close on safari,
Disney World Refurbishment/Closure Schedule July 2012
Here is the Refurbishment and Closure Schedule for Walt Disney World for July 2012 and beyond. Refurbishment/Closure information is subject to change without notice and should be confirmed just prior to visiting. Updated information is available at the Disney World Website. Current Osprey Ridge Golf Course closed through 6/17/12 for refurbishment.
Disney World Quick Tips – Planning your Disney World Budget
There are very few people who visit Walt Disney World without having to carefully plan and budget their available funds. I use a very measured and logical (at least to me) approach for budgeting each of our visits. First – I always try to start early enough so I can
Baby Okapi Welcomed at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
“Nafuna”, a 35-pound female baby Okapi, is the newest addition to Disney’s Animal Kingdom family. Reported healthy after her first wellness exam, Nafuna, whose name means delivered feet first, was born on June 21st following a 14-month gestation period. Guests will be able to catch a glimpse of Nafuna and
Disney Shares the “Science Behind the Magic”
Pixie dust and fantasy make a visit to Walt Disney World Resort, magical. But recently a group of engineers, scientists and astrophysicists saw the magic in a different light during a special “Science Behind the Magic” presentation at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Their eye-opening visit was part of NASA’s 25th annual International Space
Epcot’s Off Kilter Marks 15 Years of Music July 1 at Walt Disney World Resort
This July 1, Epcot’s Off Kilter Celtic rock band will mark 15 years of performances at the Canada Pavilion in World Showcase. Off Kilter founder Jamie Holton first started playing the bagpipes when he was 11, inspired by his family’s Scottish heritage and his father’s love for bagpipe music. In
Tables in Wonderland Special Events for July 2012 – Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Sneak Preview
Tables in Wonderland Special Event Epcot® International Food & Wine Festival Sneak Preview “Taste Your Way Around The World” Odyssey Pavilion at Epcot® Saturday July 28, 2012 6:30pm – 9:00pm Price: $110.00 per person, plus tax. Gratuity is included. Counting down the days to the Festival? Looking forward to international
