New Details on Disneyland Annual Passholder Program replacement coming tomorrow!

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August 2, 2021

New Details on Disneyland Annual Passholder Program replacement coming tomorrow!

Disney has just sent out an email for the new Magic Key offering that will be replacing the Annual Passholder program in Disneyland.

Here are the details:

Introducing the Magic Key program!

As one of our biggest fans, we wanted to make sure you were the first to know about this NEW offering. We are thrilled about this coming announcement and we encourage you to stay tuned because all the details will be revealed tomorrow no earlier than 1 p.m. PST!

Disneyland dropped the Annual Passholder Program back in January, they stopped selling passes and offered refunds for those with valid annual passes.

Here’s the statement issued by Ken Potrock, President of Disneyland Resort when they discontinued the program:

“For nearly four decades, our Annual Passport program has been an important part of connecting with some of our most valued Guests. We are incredibly honored and grateful for that legacy, and the memories and magical moments you have helped us create over the years.

It’s because you’ve played such an important part in the history of the Disneyland Resort that I personally wanted to share this news with you. In the next several days, we will begin the process of issuing appropriate refunds for eligible Disneyland Resort Annual Passports and sunsetting the current Annual Passport program due to the continued uncertainty of the pandemic and limitations and expected restrictions around the reopening of our theme parks.

I know that sunsetting the Annual Passport program will be disappointing to many of our Passholders who are just as anxious as we are to reopen our gates and welcome Guests back when the time is right. But we are also very excited about what’s ahead.

We plan to use this time while we remain closed to develop new membership offerings that will utilize consumer insights to deliver choice, flexibility and value for our biggest fans. Once we have more information to share about future membership offerings, our Passholders will be the first to hear from us as we embark on this next chapter.”

No other details have been released at this time. Stay tuned for more details here on Chip and Company

Disney is Working on a Live-Action Remake of ‘Flash Gordon’ with Famed Marvel Director

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Kaitlyn

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August 2, 2021

Disney is Working on a Live-Action Remake of 'Flash Gordon' with Famed Marvel Director

Disney is Working on a Live-Action Remake of ‘Flash Gordon’. Rumors had been swirling that a Flash Gordon remake was in the works at 20th Century Studios before the acquisition by Disney and now we have a new development! Disney has announced the remake will be a live-action film and Oscar-Winning Director Taika Waititi has signed on to write and direct the project.

Producer John Davis shared with Collider, “Taika is writing it. It was a movie that was a huge influence on him growing up. It is one of his favorite movies. He initially said to me, ‘Let’s do it animated.’ I said, ‘Okay.’ Then we got into it and started developing it, and he said, ‘No, let’s do it live-action.’ I said, ‘Even better.’”

It is currently unknown if the film will premiere in theaters or become an exclusive title on the popular streaming service Disney+. This is a developing story, so be sure to check back here at Chip and Company for all things Disney!

Featured Photo Credit: 20th Century Studios

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Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration Merch Sneak Peek

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Chip

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August 2, 2021

Today Disney has given us a sneak peek at the new merch coming to Walt Disney World for the 50th Anniversary Celebration which starts on October 1st.

Walt Disney World's 50th Anniversary Celebration Merch Sneak Peek

While not able to unveil specific items just yet they did give us a close-up look at some of the new merchandise coming.

This photo looks like a new Disney World 50th Soap Dispenser.

This photo looks like maybe a new mug or plate.

Then this one looks like some sort of purse or set of Minnie Ears.

A few months ago we did get an actual look at the 50th Anniversary Cupcakes and first look at the 50th Anniversary Starbucks Tumbler in both Purple and Pink.

Unfortunately, this is all we have of the Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration Merch for today…

Be sure to check back on Friday, Aug. 6th here on Chip and Co for exciting new details about Disney World’s 50th-anniversary merchandise collections.

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Over 50 Marvel Actors Will Return to Voice Their Characters in ‘What If…?’ Animated Disney+ Series

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Kaitlyn

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August 2, 2021

Over 50 Marvel Actors Will Return to Voice Their Characters in ‘What If…?‘ Animated Disney+ Series. The highly anticipated animated series What If…? is coming to Disney+ on Wednesday, August 11th and we are so excited to see a large majority of Marvel actors and actresses returning to voice their characters for the series! Marvel Studios’ What If…? explores alternate timelines in the multiverse that show what would happen if major moments from the MCU films occurred differently. Marvel newcomer Jeffrey Wright voices The Watcher in his MCU debut and will be joined by Marvel Alumni:

Andy Serkis (Ulysses Klaue)
Angela Bassett (Queen Ramonda)
Benedict Cumberbatch (Doctor Steven Strange)
Benedict Wong (Wong)
Benicio Del Toro (The Collector)
Bradley Cooper (Rocket Raccoon)(Rumored)
Bradley Whitford (John Flynn)
Carrie Coon (Proxima Midnight)
Chadwick Boseman (T’Challa)
Chris Hemsworth (Thor)
Chris Pratt (Peter Quill / Star-Lord)(Rumored)
Chris Sullivan (Tazerface)
Clancy Brown (Surtur)
Clark Gregg (Agent Phil Coulson)
Cobie Smulders (Agent Maria Hill)
Danai Gurira (General Okoye)
Dave Bautitsta (Drax)
David Dastmalchian (Kurt (Ant-Man))
Djimon Hounsou (Korath the Pursuer)
Dominic Cooper (Howard Stark)
Don Cheadle (Colonel James Rhodes)
Elizabeth Olsen (Wanda Maximoff / Scarlett Witch)(Rumored)
Emily VanCamp (Sharon Carter)
Evangeline Lilly (Hope Van Dyne / The Wasp)
Frank Grillo (Agent Brock Rumlow / Crossbones)
Georges St-Pierre (Georges Batroc)
Gwyneth Paltrow (Pepper Potts)(Rumored)
Hayley Atwell (Peggy Carter)
Jaimie Alexander (Lady Sif)
James Spader (Ultron)(Rumored)
Jeff Goldblum (Grandmaster)
Jeremy Renner (Clint Barton / Hawkeye)
John Kani (King T’Chaka)
Jon Favreau (Happy Hogan)
Josh Brolin (Thanos)
Karen Gillan (Nebula)
Kat Dennings (Dr. Darcy Lewis)
Kathryn Hahn (Agatha Harkness)(Rumored)
Kurt Russell (Ego)
Letitia Wright (Shuri)(Rumored)
Leslie Bibb (Christine Everhart (Iron Man))
Mark Ruffalo (Dr. Bruce Banner / The Hulk)
Michael B. Jordan (Erik Stevens / N’Jadaka / Kilmonger)
Michael Douglas (Dr. Hank Pym/ Ant-Man / Yellow Jacket)
Michael Rooker (Yondu Udonta)
Natalie Portman (Dr. Jane Foster)
Neal McDonough (Dum Dum Dugan (Captain America: the First Avenger))
Ophelia Lovibond (Carina (Guardians of the Galaxy))
Paul Bettany (J.A.R.V.I.S. / Vision)
Paul Rudd (Scott Lang / Ant-Man)
Rachel House (Topaz (Thor: Ragnarok))
Rachel McAdams (Dr. Christine Palmer)
Samuel L. Jackson (Director Nick Fury)
Sean Gunn (Kraglin)
Sebastian Stan (James Buchanan Barnes / Bucky / The Winter Soldier)
Seth Green (Howard the Duck)
Stanley Tucci (Dr. Abraham Erskine)
Taika Waititi (Korg)
Tilda Swinton (Sorceress Supreme)
Toby Jones (Dr. Arnim Zola)
Tom Hiddleston (Loki)
Tom Vaughan-Lawlor (Ebony Maw)
Zoe Saldana (Gamora)(Rumored)

Several actors will not be returning for the series (at least for season 1) and their characters will be voiced by other voice actors. The missing actors include Chris Evans, Brie Larson, Scarlett Johannson, Tom Holland, and Robert Downey Jr. There is always a chance they may return in future seasons, but that remains to be seen. Be sure to check back here at Chip and Company for updates and all things Marvel and Disney+!

Featured Photo Credit: Marvel Studios / Disney+

Source: What’s On Disney Plus

Delicious Mickey Ice Cream Sandwich Recipe To Make At Home!

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Ana Leal

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August 2, 2021

Today is national ice cream sandwich day! So of course we wanted to add a touch of magic to it with a Mickey Ice Cream Sandwich recipe!

This frozen treat has been a classic at Disney Parks around the world, and honestly we are not surprised, i mean is ice cream between two chocolate cookies plus is Mickey shaped!!

If you are missing this Mickey Ice Cream Sandwich and can’t wait until your next Disney vacation, no worries, we have a recipe so you can make it at home and feel the magic of Disney! Take a look at the recipe:

MICKEY ICE CREAM SANDWICH

INGREDIENTS:

1 1/2 cup of cake flour
3/4 cup of cocoa powder
1 1/4 cup of powdered sugar
1/4 tsp of baking soda
1/4 tsp of salt
14 tbsp of dairy-free margarine or shortening
Mickey cookie cutter (if available)

INSTRUCTIONS:

Place everything except the margarine into a food processor and pulse a few times to mix.
Slice the margarine into the food processor bowl. Pulse about 8-10 times until the margarine is well blended and comes together into a ball.
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour.
Roll out to 1/4″ thickness and cut into shapes using your Mickey cookie cutter.
Place the cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and place in the freezer.
Preheat the oven to 350F while the cookies freeze.
Bake for 10-12 minutes. They should puff up, then flatten out. When they start smelling good, they’re probably ready.
Let them rest on the baking sheet for a few minutes before moving to a cooling rack, they’re pretty fragile when hot.
When cool, you can fill them with ice cream and freeze. Because the cookies are crisp, make sure the whole sandwich is well-frozen before eating, otherwise the ice cream slides out when you take a bite.

Enjoy!

Credit: Speed Bump Kitchen

Fall Decorations have returned to the Magic Kingdom

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Chip

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August 2, 2021

Now that it is August and autumn is on everyone’s mind, Fall Decorations have returned to the Magic Kingdom today! Last night Disney started installing the fall decorations in the Magic Kingdom, just in time for the Boo Bash which starts next week.

Let’s take a look at some of the fall decorations that were put up just last night:

Fall bunting is now all the way down Main Street USA from the temporary spot of Main Street Confectionary to the Plaza Ice Cream Parlor.

You can see the fall decorations on many of the buildings including the Emporium as you walk up Main Street.

Even City Hall at the entrance of the Magic Kingdom is decorated for autumn.

The newly reopened Casey’s Corner even has that stunning orange and gold bunting.

Take a look at some of the other Fall Decorations from the Magic Kingdom:

This is only a start for the Fall Decorations in the Magic Kingdom, I expect to see more decorations out this week as Disney’s Boo Bash starts on August 10th!

Here is a video look at the Fall Decorations in the Magic Kingdom!

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If you are thinking about visiting Disney World this fall just fill out the form below and someone from Destinations to Travel will be in touch!

The New Hocus Pocus Pandora Charm Has Run Amuck With Style!

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Danielle

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August 2, 2021

It’s August, and for many of us, that means the start of spooky season! To get the frightful fashions started there’s a new Hocus Pocus Pandora Charm from the Disney Parks! The sleek new charm features the Sanderson SIsters ready to run amuck with style!

Hocus Pocus Pandora Charm

The wicked trio casts a stylish spell on a silver disc charm. Each sister is cast in colorful enamel with their signature colors, and sinister smiles. A cute little detail is that the opening of the charm is also heart-shaped!

Related: Boo Bash

On the backside of the charm is purple enamel that reads “Welcome to the Sisterhood”. Oh, what a glorious sisterhood it is too!

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You can find the frightastic new Hocus Pocus Pandora Charm now at Magic Kingdom!

Special thanks to Gately Adventures for the bootiful photos!

The Disney Dream prepares for cruising to return at Port Canaveral

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Chip

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August 2, 2021

The Disney Dream prepares for cruising to return at Port Canaveral

The Disney Dream is preparing for cruising to return on August 9th. Disney Cruise Line has not officially reopened here in the US since the shutdown in 2020.

Look close in this aerial of Disney Dream. Physically distanced crew meeting in progress. Cruises resume on Aug 9. pic.twitter.com/OzrvGYzngD
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You can see work crews preparing the ship in Port Canaveral according to aeriel photos from our friend @bioreconstruct on Twitter.

Disney Dream at terminal in Port Canaveral. pic.twitter.com/IIiChZDZFN
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It is such a wonderful sight to see a Disney Cruise Ship at the dock in Port Canaveral getting ready to welcome guests back to sailing.

For guests wanting to sail on Disney Cruise Line there will be new Health and Safety Measures in place, that include COVID-19 tests, Face Masks, Social Distancing, and much more.

You can read more about the Enhanced Health and Safety Measures here.

For those interested in booking an upcoming Disney Cruise just fill out the form below and one of the agents with Destinations to Travel will be in touch.

New “Backside of Water Float” makes waves at the Magic Kingdom

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Greg Gately

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August 2, 2021

New “Backside of Water Float” makes waves at the Magic Kingdom. To celebrate the Disney+ and Theatrical release of The Jungle Cruise movie this past weekend, Sunshine Tree Terrace released a special float in its honor. This looks great, as well as tasting great. What else could you ask for in a refreshing float on a hot and muggy Florida afternoon?

Backside of Water Float

Cotton Candy and Vanilla Soft-serve, Sprite®, and a Sour Belt. It is available now for $6.29. Check out the Instagram post from yesterday. We only had a short wait to get our hands on this amazing new treat.

Sunshine Tree Terrace

Sip on some sunshine with a Citrus Swirl—a tasty treat blended with frozen orange juice slushy and vanilla soft-serve ice cream—and other delights like a DOLE Whip® orange soft-serve swirled with vanilla.

Located in Adventureland in the Magic Kingdom.

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It’s a small world clock in the Magic Kingdom gets a makeover

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Greg Gately

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August 2, 2021

It’s a small world clock in the Magic Kingdom gets a makeover. When “it’s a small world” was refurbished back in 2005, the Imagineers at Disney decided that the facade should match Disneyland’s version. They painted everything in a white and gold color scheme in the queue area, that matched its west coast rendition. Looks like that experiment is over.

We were at the Magic Kingdom yesterday and got a chance to see the new color scheme and facade of the world-famous clock tower. It is enjoyable to watch and look at the clock with the new colors added. Overnight a facelift happened and the clock tower now has many different shades of blue and has a splash of glitter in some of the moving parts. Moreover, this makes the tower eye-catching and fun to see. The gold remains on some parts also.

Below you can watch the Instagram post we shared. We were there exactly at 3:45 PM when the striking clock went off. We got to see the tower open and the bells start chiming.

The refurbishment is all part of the Walt DIsney World Resort 50th anniversary. The folks at Disney have been doing an amazing job getting the park in tip-top shape for guests who are coming to celebrate “The World’s Most Magical Celebration.”

What do you think of the change from gold and white to this new colorful facade on the “it’s a small world” clock in the Magic Kingdom? Drop us a line and let us know.

It’s a small world

Sing along to the classic anthem of world peace during a delightful musical boat tour. Cruise along the Seven Seaways Waterway on a gentle 10-minute journey through all 7 continents. Pass through vivid, fantastical scenes representing the iconic sights and sounds of dozens of nations.

Behold a cast of dancing darlings from nearly every corner of the globe and watch as the Audio-Animatronics figures achieve universal harmony as they sing one song in many languages.

By journey’s end, Walt Disney’s simple message is clear: it truly is a small world after all!

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New Disney Junior ‘Spidey and his Amazing Friends’ Photo Wall at Disney

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Sara

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August 2, 2021

New Disney Junior ‘Spidey and his Amazing Friends’ Photo Wall at Disney

Spider-Man fans, you won’t want to miss this new photo opportunity at the Disneyland Resort! For a limited time guests at Disney California Adventure can strike a pose in front of a new Disney Junior ‘Spidey and his Amazing Friends’ photo wall.

This new Disney Junior series follows Peter Parker, Gwen Stacy and Miles Morales, who together form “Team Spidey,” and their adventures as the young heroes team up with Hulk, Ms. Marvel and Black Panther to defeat foes like Rhino, Doc Ock and Green Goblin. Geared towards preschoolers and their families, the series models the importance of teamwork and helping others and highlights themes of friendship, cooperation and problem-solving.

Go webs go! Don’t miss the premiere of the all-new series “Spidey and his Amazing Friends” Friday, Aug. 6 at 9:00 a.m. ET | PT with a simulcast on Disney Channel and Disney Junior.

This new “Spidey and his Amazing Friends” photo wall adds more Super Hero fun to Hollywood Land in Disney California Adventure park, just around the corner from Avengers Campus. The wall is only available for a limited time so sling your webs on over!

For help with planning your next Disney vacation, contact me today! I am a travel agent specializing in Disney destinations and can help you plan a magical vacation at no extra cost to you!

Disney begins talks with Unions on requiring Vaccines for all Cast Members

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Sara

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August 2, 2021

Disney begins talks with Unions on requiring Vaccines for all Cast Members

Disney recently announced that all of its salaried and non-union hourly Cast Members in the U.S. would be required to get the COVID-19 vaccine. Now the company is in talks with unions to require all cast members be vaccinated.

The health and safety of employees has always been a top priority for Disney. Now, it seems the company wants to extend that health and safety reach.

Unite Here Local 362 president Eric Clinton told the Orlando Sentinel that Disney wants to bargain with the union about mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations. United Here Local 362 represents 9,000 attractions and custodial workers at Walt Disney World. Clinton also said that union members have been surveyed and there is support for everyone getting vaccinated.

Unions representing cast members at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World have posted on Facebook regarding the COVID-19 vaccination talks. The posts are pretty vague, however. Workers United Local 50, a Disneyland union, posted the following:

“COVID UPDATE 7/30
Disney has announced it will require all salary and non-union hourly employees to vaccinate. We will begin conversations with Disney regarding mandatory vaccination of Union members in the coming weeks. We will keep everyone posted as this develops.
In solidarity,
Chris Duarte
Workers United Local 50 Vice President”

A union representing Walt Disney World cast members, Local 737, also shared a message on Facebook:

“We have seen Disney’s statement regarding mandatory vaccination for salaried and non-union employees. We will meet with Disney next week to discuss how this policy will apply to unionized employees. We will post information for union members here as soon as we have it.”

Keep in mind, as of right now only salaried and non-union cast members are required to get the vaccine. Union cast members and guests are not being asked to show proof of vaccination at either of the U.S. Disney theme park resorts.

What do you think of this new requirement for Disney employees?

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