Yahya Abdul-Mateen II is preparing to move over to Marvel as the lead for the studio’s Disney+ series Wonder Man.
Wonder Man, a.k.a. Simon Williams, isn’t necessarily one of Marvel’s best-known headliners, but he’s got a long history in the comics. Created by writer Stan Lee and artists Don Heck and Jack Kirby, Wonder Man was introduced to Marvel Comics in 1964 via The Avengers #9.
The upcoming series will mark the actor’s third portrayal of a comic book character. He was also in HBO’s Watchmen and Warner Bros.’ Aquaman.
The series will be directed by filmmaker Destin Daniel Cretton, who is best known for his work on Marvel’s “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.”
Although Marvel hasn’t released specific plot details yet, in August it was announced that Ben Kingsley will reprise his role as The Mandarin/Trevor Slattery in the upcoming series, who he played in 2021’s “Shang-Chi” and 2013’s “Iron Man 3.”
Also, Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul star Bob Odenkirk is rumored to be up for a role in Mavel’s Wonder Man Disney+ series.
What do you think of Yahya Abdul-Mateen II being cast as the MCU’s Wonder Man? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below!
Heigh-Ho! If you ever wanted to live in a cottage reminiscent of the home shown in “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs”, then now is your chance!
Comprising of 170+ acres of former farmlands this property with its hardwood forests, open meadows, streams and ponds was fashioned into a singularly unique Catskill Mountain retreat. The original farmhouse with its large dairy barn greets you at the entrance of the property.
This house has been updated with a modern kitchen and two full baths, three bedrooms and includes such features as hardwood floors, crown molding, wood burning fireplace,central air conditioning and a two-car garage.Just a short distance from the farmhouse is the studio building. Sited in a private meadow overlooking a tranquil pond, this Norman inspired building with its slate clad Mansard roof, Quoined corners and unique exterior finishes contains approximately 3000 square feet of space with high ceilings, chestnut floors and elaborate trim and moldings throughout.
You can click here for more information regarding the home.
This property awaits a new beginning as a family compound, artists retreat or perhaps a return to its roots in agriculture. Opportunities abound in the Catskill Mountains where entrepreneurs are making new and exciting lives for themselves. It truly reminds us of the cottage Snow White lived in with the Seven Dwarfs!
Moving to Orlando: Also, feel free to contact me if you’re thinking about moving to the Orlando area. I’m a realtor in the area and can help you find a home near Walt Disney World! Visit my website at Kevin Luxury Homes or email me.
Can’t Miss Gingerbread Treats & Displays coming to Disneyland Resort in 2022
The holidays are almost here and that means gingerbread treats & displays will be arriving at the Disneyland Resort soon! If you are visiting the resort for the holidays, you won’t want to miss these gingerbread offerings.
Within the walls of the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland Park at the Disneyland Resort, you’ll uncover the Haunted Mansion Gingerbread House. For years, this display has added even more holiday flare to the Jack Skellington’s transformation of this classic attraction into Haunted Mansion Holiday, inspired by “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas.” The pastry team takes more than 20 days to bring this nearly 300-pound creation with three moving elements to life. Be sure to take a ride on the Haunted Mansion Holiday now through January 8, 2023 for some extra festive fun.
Beginning November 14, Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa will be home once again to one of its best holiday traditions – the “Grand” Gingerbread House. This giant gingerbread replica of the hotel is a holiday highlight and can’t-miss stop in the lobby. Standing 7 feet tall and 12 feet wide, the structure is created from more than 600 pounds of gingerbread, 600 pounds of powdered sugar, 250 pounds of fondant, 1 pound of pixie dust, and features 25 hidden Mickeys!
After being amazed by the beauty of this display and mastery of the pastry team, consider taking one of the Limited-Edition Snow Globe Pins featuring Chip ‘n Dale home with you or stop by the GHC Holiday Cart to enjoy some treats, including:
Mickey Gingerbread
Poinsettia Cookie
Snowman Cookie
Christmas Cookie
Hanukkah Cookie
Holiday Cookie Box
Assorted Macarons (New)
Kwanzaa Sweet Potato Loaf (New)
New Year’s Cookie (New)
Crisped Rice Treat
Hot Chocolate
Hot Apple Cider (Available with Bailey’s Irish Cream, Captain Morgan, Grand Marnier, or Rumchata)
Waffle Shot (Available with milk, low-fat milk, chocolate milk, or eggnog)
Waffle Shot (Available with Bailey’s Irish Cream, Captain Morgan, Grand Marnier, Rumchata, Amaretto, Butterscotch Schnapps, Rumple Minze, Crown Royal Apple, Skrewball Whiskey, Fireball Whiskey, Louis the 13th)
If you venture into Disneyland park or Disney California Adventure park, you can also bring home the gingerbread festivities with novelties, like the Gingerbread Mickey Ear Hat Bowl or the Gingerbread Bottle Topper, or indulge in gingerbread-flavored and inspired treats, like the Mickey Gingerbread Man.
Will you be visiting the Disneyland Resort this holiday season?
If you’d like to see all the gingerbread treats & displays at Disneyland, contact me today! I am a travel agent with Destinations to Travel and my services are complimentary.
The Star Wars Collection is returning with an exciting new addition, the Mandalorian Scentsy Warmer! This epic new warmer is inspired by the helmet of beloved bounty hunter Din Djarin, who we lovingly call Mando!
Mandalorian Scentsy Warmer
The new warmer features incredible details from the series. The new warmer comes bundled with The Mandalorian – Scentsy Buddy and will be available alongside a bounty of returning Star Wars Collection products on Monday, November 7th!
Check out the new and returning bounties below:
The new bundle comes with:
The Mandalorian – Scentsy Warmer Bundle, $60 (50 PRV):
New! The Mandalorian – Scentsy Warmer
The Mandalorian – Scentsy Buddy
Returning Products:
Darth Vader – Scentsy Buddy + Star Wars™: Dark Side of the Force – Scent Pak, $15
Princess Leia – Scentsy Buddy + Star Wars™: Light Side of the Force – Scent Pak, $15
The Child – Scentsy Wall Fan Diffuser + The Mandalorian: Air of Adventure – Scentsy Pod Twin Pack, $17
The Mandalorian: Air of Adventure – Scentsy Pod Twin Pack, $12
Star Wars and The Mandalorian Scent Paks, $7.50 each
Star Wars: Light Side of the Force – Scent Pak
Star Wars: Dark Side of the Force – Scent Pak
The Mandalorian: Air of Adventure – Scent Pak
Star Wars and The Mandalorian™ Scentsy Bars, $6.50 each
Can’t Miss Gingerbread Treats & Displays coming to Walt Disney World in 2022
Everybody loves Gingerbread, from cookies to displays there is just something about Gingerbread and how it tastes and smells like the Holidays. If you love Gingerbread too you will want to check out all of the Gingerbread Treats and Holiday displays coming to Walt Disney World!
Let’s kick things off with the most famous house of all – the gingerbread house at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Beginning November 9th, you can view clouds of cinnamon billowing out of the chimney of this life-sized storybook gingerbread house made from a classic Austrian recipe. This house is adorned with white chocolate, candy canes, edible snowflakes, sugar poinsettias, and 25 – yes, 25 – hidden Mickeys! Along the porches, you’ll find an 85-pound chocolate Santa, nutcrackers, toy soldiers, and snowmen that have all been hand-painted by the Grand Floridian Bakery team.
While not quite complete, we have a video of the Gingerbread House at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort being built:
As the 50th Anniversary celebration at Walt Disney World Resort continues, this year’s displays will feature colors and accents inspired by the signature EARidescent look. You can even get limited edition pins, mugs, holiday ornaments, and treats! Some of the goodies you can purchase from the Gingerbread House include:
Freshly baked, homemade items, such as Gingerbread Mickeys and Shingles, Stollen Bread, Brownie Christmas Tree, and Chocolate Peppermint Bark
House-made Gingerbread Ornaments and Gingerbread Houses
New items like the Gingerbread Latte Whoopie Pie and Hot Cocoa Bombs
Assorted Gingerbread Cookie Bags, Marshmallow Pops, and Caramel Pecan Fudge Bar
Gluten-friendly, plant-based, and no-sugar-added treats
Grand Floridian Combo Box featuring assorted fan-favorite treats, including the Chocolate Mickey Ornament, exclusive to the Combo Box
Let’s take an adventure over to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge,whichon November 23will be home to a wild display – a Life-sized Baby Gingerbread Giraffe and Baby Zebra. This year continues the new tradition begun last year with a life-sized baby giraffe, or should we say gingeraffe! In addition to this gingerbread guest, there’s a new animal grazing in the lobby. You’ll soon be able to see an adorable life-sized baby zebra – made of gingerbread, of course. Starting December 6th, you can even purchase a Gingeraffe Cookie to enjoy!
Over in the lobby of Disney’s Beach Club Resort, a holiday classic has returned. Since 1999, this resort has been home to the life-sized carousel. This carousel and its horses are masterfully created with chocolate, sugar, and fondant along with hand-painted characters and hand-crafted gingerbread shingles and snowflakes decorating the display. What makes this year even more special is that all the horses celebrate a different Disney princess.
Check out a video of the Gingerbread Carousel from a couple of days ago:
Commemorate your holiday viewing with limited edition pins, mugs, holiday ornaments and treats including:
Across the way, Disney’s BoardWalk Inn is sure to impress with its display, which will be returning on November 17th. This incredible gingerbread creation is a miniature, edible version of your favorite spot along Crescent Lake – the BoardWalk Deli! Before leaving, be sure to check out some of the treats you can take home with you, like:
This year is very exciting for Disney’s Contemporary Resort because its display is back! This is the 11th year the Contemporary Bakery team has created a masterpiece so how appropriate that it will open on November 11 at 11:00 a.m. The 50th Anniversary Themed Castle Display is a Mary Blair-inspired castle designed by Walt Disney Imagineers and will feature a brand-new 50th anniversary overlay… and 11 hidden 5-legged goats! Don’t forget to check out the limited-edition pins, mugs, and holiday ornaments to remember the season. There are also plenty of treats you can get, including:
50th Anniversary Gingerbread Castle Brick (New)
Family Tradition Cookie Box featuring a Coconut Macaroon from Chef Jeff’s family, a Sugar Cookie from Chef Kelly’s family, a Butterball from Chef Amber’s family, and a Kitchen Sink Cookie representing all the Cast in the Bakery coming together to bring this display back! (New)
Chocolate Peppermint Cookie
Linzer Cookie
Gluten-friendly 5-Legged Goat Sugar Cookie (New)
Dark Chocolate Peppermint Holiday Bar (New)
Hot Cocoa Bombs (New)
Frozen drinks with optional alcohol floaters:
Frozen Coquito with a rum floater
Frozen Hot Chocolate with peppermint schnapps
Frozen Apple Cider with a fireball floater
In addition, several spots across Resorts will feature a new Gingerbread Martini with Absolut Elyx Vodka, Rumchata Cream Liqueur, and gingerbread spice featuring a rim of gingerbread, freshly baked in the Resort Bakery. It’s the perfect blend of sugar, spice, and everything nice! You can find this delicious holiday beverage at Grand Floridian Café, Cítricos, and Enchanted Rose at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Boma: Flavors of Africa and Sanaa at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, Chef Mickey’s and Outer Rim at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, and dinner at Cape May Café at Disney’s Beach Club Resort.
And returning this year to our Walt Disney World Resorts with exclusive gingerbread merchandise, are pin signings with our pastry chefs! Dates and times will vary by resort.
Moving over to theme parks, The American Adventure at EPCOT also has a display that will be available beginning November 25. This unique display recreates some classic monuments in America and EPCOT with gingerbread versions of the Lincoln Memorial, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, The American Adventure building with Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue, and a Festival Kiosk.
The gingerbread displays are not just found on land – they’re also taken to the high seas with the Disney Cruise Line fleet! All five ships will continue the yearly tradition of having the talented pastry teams onboard build a unique display for the ships in the atrium. The brand-new Disney Wish will join in on the legacy for its inaugural holiday season with an 8-foot-tall, eight-layer masterpiece. Each gingerbread house in unique for the individual ship and the teams participate in a competition to see which member of the fleet has the best house!
(Note: All offerings are subject to change and availability.)
Toy Story Land Decorated for the Holidays in Hollywood Studios
Hey Howdy Hey did you hear the news? Toy Story Land has once again been decorated for the Holidays in Hollywood Studios! Woody once again has his Candy Cane Scarf and is welcoming guests to the newly decorated Toy Story Land!
Just like the other Dinosaur in Hollywood Studios ‘Gertie‘, Rex is also decorated for Christmas with his own Holiday hat. You can see him trying to string up the Christmas lights with his tiny hands.
Over by Alien Swirling Saucers, you can see these super cute little green alien bulbs. I feel like one is saying “The Claw.” This is a great spot for a photo or a selfie.
Speaking of selfie spots probably one of my favorite decorations has to be ‘Christmas Hamm’. He almost looks like a Christmas Cookie which I would totally eat just as long as it doesn’t taste like ham.
Here is a photo tour of all of the Christmas Decorations in Toy Story Land at Hollywood Studios.
Don’t forget to check out the Green Army Men who have recently returned to Hollywood Studios while you are checking out all of the Holiday Decorations in Toy Story Land!
We just love how Disney has Toy Story Land Decorated for the Holidays! Don’t you?
Christmas Decorations have Arrived at Hollywood Studios for 2022!
If you are heading to Hollywood Studios today be prepared as Christmas has officially arrived! Decorations can be seen all the way down Hollywood & Sunset Boulevard and even in the Echo Lake areas.
Everything from Christmas Trees, Wreathes, and even Garland strung across Hollywood Blvd can be seen as guests walk in. Here is a look at some of the Christmas Decorations inside Hollywood Studios for 2022.
Most of the Christmas Decorations are the same as years past but that doesn’t bother us AT ALL! We just love this time of year at Disney World!
Gertie is even decorated for Christmas this year with Santa Hat and Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Ornament. So cute!!!
Here are some more photos of Gertie with her Santa Hat in the Echo Lake Area:
Of course, we can’t forget the Giant Christmas Tree in Hollywood Studios. If you think the Giant Tree in the Magic Kingdom is big the one in Hollywood Studios is just as tall!
Here is a closer look at the Giant Christmas Tree and the Holiday Bulbs in the Echo Lake Area of Hollywood Studios.
Finally, we headed over to Sunset Blvd Area as that part of Hollywood Studios is decorated as well. We just love looking down Sunset at the Tower of Terror and seeing the Christmas Stars!
We just love all of the Christmas Decorations at Hollywood Studios, stay tuned to Chip and Company as Toy Story Land has also been decorated for the Holidays as well!
Now you can have your Munchling and eat it too! A new and exclusive Donald plush and matching cake are being sold exclusively at Disney Springs. Chef Stefan, world-renowned pastry chef and Pastry Culinary Director for Walt Disney World, was asked to collaborate on the design for this limited edition.
Inspiration behind Donald’s Design
When asked about his inspiration for his design he said “When I was thinking about a character to inspire this Disney Munchling, Donald Duck was the first one that came to mind. He’s always been one of my favorite characters and I think that for this creation we were able to capture his fiery temperament and mischievous personality.”
The Donald Munchling cake matches Donald’s personality too! A little sweet and a lot spicy. Chef Stefan says “The flavors of the Donald Duck pastry were inspired by his design colors. It is a lemon and chiffon cake with jalapeño drizzle – a fun nod to a bold character!”
The Donald Cake is available at Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs for a limited time. You can find the plush version only at World of Disney.
These scented stuffed collectibles are the hottest new craze, taking sweets and treats and re-imagining them as your favorite Disney Characters. Did I mention they are scented? I must admit I have hopped aboard the Munchlings train and am being soothed by the chocolate-scented Chip and Dale Cupcakes sitting here by my computer as I type!
There is a variety of Munchling Styles & Sizes
The plushies come in various sizes and price ranges and even have differently-themed collections. There are large huggable sizes and smaller palm-sized ones. There is even a holiday collection out right now.
I told myself I would stop at two but they keep making so many new cute designs! What characters have you collected so far?
Make sure and check back with Chip and Company to stay up top date on all the latest Disney news.
Disney News Round-Up: Disney Being Sued Over Music, Long-time Disney Cast Member Retires, runDisney Loungefly, Holidays Return to the Magic Kingdom. Plus, we have news on the new Live action Hercules, and furthermore, Mandolorian season 3 has been revealed.
New Details shared by Disney Cruise Line for 2023 Marvel Day at Sea
Disney Cruise Line has shared more details for the 2023 Marvel Day at Sea sailings. The themed sailings are returning early next year and guests will be able to experience their favorite Super Heroes and Villains onboard.
Setting sail January through March from Miami, Marvel Day at Sea combines the thrills of renowned Marvel comics, films and animated series with the excitement of a Disney cruise.
During this one action-packed day aboard the Disney Dream, you’ll get to experience all-day entertainment including meet-and-greets, stage shows, film and TV screenings, special merchandise, themed food and beverage offerings, and activities for every member of the family.
For the first time ever, more than 30 Marvel Super Heroes and Villains will be featured in new heroic encounters and live entertainment throughout the event:
Guests can interact with some of the mightiest Marvel Super Heroes and the menacing foes who oppose them, including the debut of Captain America Sam Wilson, Mighty Thor, Shang-Chi, Ms. Marvel, Ant-Man and the Wasp, Kate Bishop and more. Returning fan-favorites include Spider-Man, Iron Man, Black Panther, Captain Marvel, Thor, Loki and Black Widow.
A brand-new take on “Heroes Unite” — the signature nighttime spectacular featuring special effects, stunts and pyrotechnics — will assemble an unprecedented line-up of Marvel characters for a time-warping, multiverse-spanning adventure. The action will culminate in an epic battle with never-before-seen villains on a Disney Cruise Line ship.
New in the Walt Disney Theatre, “Strange Academy: A Spellbinding Spectacular” will keep you and your family on the edge of your seats with demonstrations of the power of the mystic arts. The show will feature Doctor Strange, the powerful witch Agatha Harkness and the first-ever appearance of Sorcerer Supreme Wong.
Young recruits will sharpen their super hero skills during an all-new, interactive training experience with Captain America Steve Rogers, Black Widow, Hawkeye and Kate Bishop held on the upper decks and in the kids’ club.
Returning to Marvel Day at Sea, families are invited to suit up as their favorite Marvel Super Hero or Villain for an exciting costume bash; join favorite Disney friends for a high-energy party on the upper decks during Mickey and Minnie’s Super Hero Celebration; dance the night away with Star-Lord and Gamora at the adult-exclusive Ravagers Dance Party; and more.
Check out all the different itineraries that will feature this epic day at sea in 2023!
Departing Jan. 7, Jan. 21, Feb. 4, Feb. 18 and March 4, 2023, the Western Caribbean itinerary features Georgetown, Grand Cayman and Disney’s private island in the Bahamas, Castaway Cay.
Departing Jan. 16, Jan. 30, Feb. 13 and Feb. 27, 2023, the Western Caribbean itinerary includes stops at Cozumel, Mexico and Castaway Cay.
Are you ready for this super celebration?
If you’d like to sail on a 2023 Marvel Day at Sea cruise, contact me today! I am a travel agent with Destinations to Travel and my services are complimentary.
Shop, Dine and CELEBRATE at Disney Springs during the 2022 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend
The 2022 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend has arrived at Walt Disney World! Guests can celebrate their fabulous finishes with shopping and dining at Disney Springs. Take a look at some of the ways you can celebrate at Disney Springs:
Add a Touch of runDisney® Looking for a special way to remember your race weekend experience? Look no further than these spots at Disney Springs! Check out these fun ways to add a personal touch to your souvenirs:
Ornament & Gift Personalization | Disney’s Days of Christmas
For a festive race weekend souvenir, stop by Disney’s Days of Christmas to purchase an ornament or photo frame and have one of their Artists add a dash of Disney magic to your gift!
Shoe Customization | Sanuk
For a unique souvenir, take home a pair of canvas footwear from Sanuk and have one of their talented artists commemorate your miles with a pair of custom, hand-painted shoes!
Carb Up & Get Your Celebration Treats Whether you need to carb load ahead of your big race day or you’re looking for a delicious celebratory treat, Disney Springs has something tasty for everyone. Fuel up ahead of all those miles with a plate of delectable Italian cuisine from either Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante or Terralina Crafted Italian. Cheers to a race well-run with brunches that feature hearty southern food, bottomless mimosas and sangria and more! Need a mid-weekend coffee break? Stop by Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company® to customize your favorite beverage with artwork commemorating your #WineDineHalf Weekend accomplishments.
Special Runner Offers Need even more reason to make Disney Springs part of your race weekend plans? Participants of the 2022 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend can enjoy special discounts and offers when they show their race bib or medal!
Will you be attending the half marathon weekend?
If you’d like to plan your next Walt Disney World vacation, contact me today! I am a travel agent with Destinations to Travel and my services are complimentary.
Disney World Closure and Refurb Schedule for November 2022 and Beyond
Guests planning to visit Walt Disney World this month will want to know the closure and refurb schedule so they know what to expect during their stay. Here’s what will be closed for November and beyond.
Holiday decorations have arrived at Magic Kingdom but not all rides and attractions are available right now. Here is what is currently closed:
Enchanted Tales with Belle
Meet Ariel at her Grotto
Pete’s Silly Sideshow
Walt Disney World Railroad
Tomorrowland Light & Power Co
At Epcot The American Adventure is still closed for refurbishment and construction is ongoing for other projects in the park.
Guests wanting to visit one of Disney’s water parks won’t be able to visit Typhoon Lagoon. The water park is closed for refurbishment.
Will you be visiting Walt Disney World this month?
If you’d like to plan your next Disney World trip, contact me today! I am a travel agent with Destinations to Travel and my services are complimentary.
