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Important Disney News You Should Know About From Last Week?

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Important Disney News You Should Know About From Last Week?

April is right around the corner and spring break is in full effect at Disney World. It was a full week of Disney news, tips, and tricks. In case you missed any of our stories last week, here is our roundup of important Disney news you’ll want to know!

Everything Coming to Disney World in 2021The Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Celebration will start on October 1, 2021, and last for a whopping 18 months! Many guests won’t want to deal with the crowds on October 1, and that’s ok! Disney has planned accordingly for all guests. You will have plenty of time to experience the celebration.

How do I Get From Disney World to Universal Studios? Walt Disney World is a magical place but it is not the only theme park resort in Orlando. Universal Studios Florida is also in the area and has grown over the last few years to be an amazing resort! If you are vacationing at Walt Disney World but want to add a day or two to visit Universal Studios, there are multiple ways you can get there.

5 Fun Facts about EPCOT’s Test TrackTake the ultimate test drive at Walt Disney World! Test Track opened in Epcot in 1999 and gives guests the opportunity to design their own vehicle and then take it for an exhilarating spin on the track. To celebrate the anniversary of this thrill ride, we’ve got some fun facts for you to enjoy!

Important Disney News You Should Know About From Last Week?

Should Disney Bring Back FastPasses?I am lucky enough to have been able to visit Walt Disney World multiple times since it reopened in July. I have noticed that with each trip, crowds seem to increase. While this is a good sign that we are all headed in the right direction, it can be frustrating due to the temporary suspension of the FastPass system. It seems like the days of walking on busy attractions are now few and far between. With spring break right around the corner- many of us are wishing FastPasses would return!

Full details on Disneyland’s Reopening– Disney announced today that Disneyland and Disney California Adventure will be reopening on April 30, 2021! After being closed for over a year, this is fantastic information for Disneyland. Keep on reading for the full details regarding this reopening.

Here is what character Dining Looks like in 2021 at Disney World Things have been looking a bit different since the parks reopened last year, with modified character experiences, shows, and even dining. One of the most popular dining options is character dining. Even though is slowly coming back, it still looks a bit different in 2021 than what we remember. As of now, there’s only a limited number of character dining options available, let’s take a look:

Important Disney News You Should Know About From Last Week?

Flower and Garden Festival: Fun Facts about Disney World’s Horticulture Spring is here! Many of us love spring because it heralds the return of both warmer weather and baseball season. When it comes to Walt Disney World, the spring season also signifies a popular festival at Epcot. This festival is a favorite for many Walt Disney World guests. The bright colors and vibrant array of plant life brings beauty to Epcot’s landscape. That’s why we are breaking down some interesting facts about Disney’s horticulture!

Full List of attractions Opening At Disneyland and DCA So Far!We are so excited that the magic will be back after more than one year. We’ll finally be able to see Disney characters, shopping, savoring delicious food and drinks, taking pictures and enjoy unforgettable attractions!

Inspiring and Powerful: Why You Should Watch ‘Own the Room’ on Disney+ On March 12th, 2021 – National Geographic and Disney+ released ‘Own the Room’. The documentary chronicles the journey of 5 incredibly inspiring and motivated people who are set out on changing the world. Santosh from Nepal, Alondra from Puerto Rico, Henry from Nairobi, Jason from Greece, and Daniela from Venezuela. These are only 5 of a large group of people who are representing their countries (and themselves) to win a $100,000 grand prize to help make their dreams become a reality. You won’t want to miss this inspiring show!

Important Disney News You Should Know About From Last Week?

Full List of Restaurants Opening At Disneyland So FarDisneyland and Disney’s California Adventure are reopening on April 30th! We can’t wait to be back and go on our favorite rides, see beloved Disney characters and eat delicious food after more than a year of waiting. But even though we are super happy to be back to Disneyland, the park will reopen with some modifications in place just like over at Walt Disney World.

Will Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Return This Year?There were many changes made at the Disney World parks when they reopened in July. Face coverings must be worn, temperatures are taken, and some of our favorite experiences have been temporarily suspended. Large parades, fireworks shows, and special ticketed events are among some of the experiences currently suspended. Unfortunately, this meant no Mickey’s Not-So-Scary-Halloween Party this year. But what about next year? While we can never say for certain exactly what Disney will do, we can take a look at what factors will be in play!

Now you are all caught up with important Disney newsfrom this past week! Please follow Chip & Co. and Disney Addicts to stay in the loop!

Guest passes away after having heart problems in Epcot

Epcot
Guest passes away after having heart problems in Epcot

EMS was called into Epcot on Saturday night after receiving a call that a guest was having heart problems near Spaceship Earth around 8:30pm.

He was later identified as Robert Ostrem, of West Islip, N.Y. He was pronounced dead at AdventHealth Celebration Hospital according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.

Ostrem died of natural causes stemming from heart problems, according to the medical examiner’s office.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to their family.

Source Orlando Sentinel

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Celebrates Earth Month with limited time experiences

Disney's Animal Kingdom Celebrates Earth Month with limited time experiences

Earth Day is coming on April 22, 2021, to celebrate Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be hosting a limited time experience you won’t want to miss…

From April 18 to 24, Disney’s Animal Kingdom will host limited-time experiences including unique Disney character appearances, fun learning opportunities, specialty merchandise, themed food and beverage, a new Wilderness Explorer activity and more.

Here’s a look at what’s in store to spark your curiosity about wildlife and inspire your own conservation efforts:

  • The Animation Experience at Conservation Station shows how Disney Artists bring favorite characters to life by using animals for inspiration. For the Earth Day Celebration and the month of April, you can learn to draw characters – including Dumbo, Terk, Squirt, Shere Khan, Simba and Scar – whose real-life counterparts represent amazing stories of conservation work around the globe.
  • Catch a glimpse of some special characters who will join other favorite Disney pals on Discovery River Character Cruises.
Disney's Animal Kingdom Celebrates Earth Month with limited time experiences
  • Nosh around the park sampling Earth Day eats, including a selection of limited-time specialty cupcakes: the Creature Comfort’s Honey Bee Cupcake, the strawberry-flavored Flamingo Cupcake at Flame Tree Barbecue, or the Sea Turtle Graham Cracker Cupcake (plus the Crave the Wave cocktail!) at Restaurantosaurus Lounge. Be sure to dig in as the treats are only available for a limited time.
  • Set out on a series of self-guided, nature-themed challenges and earn a special Wilderness Explorer limited-time Earth Day Nature badge.
  • Hunt for an Earth Day 2021 limited-edition Te Fiti Moana trading pin. You can also support the Disney Conservation Fund by purchasing a cuddly plush inspired by species that call Disney’s Animal Kingdom home; or check out Island Mercantile’s eco-friendly water bottles, tumblers and reusable bags that promote sustainability.
Disney's Animal Kingdom Celebrates Earth Month with limited time experiences
  • Any time you visit the park, marvel at unique animals and meet the newest arrivals. Most recently, the park welcomed the birth of Ranger, and you can get a glimpse of the rambunctious five-month-old white rhino calf and his crash on your journey aboard Kilimanjaro Safaris. While on safari, also keep an eye out for two young Masai giraffe who were born a few months ago, and playful Nigerian dwarf goats that hang out at the warden’s outpost.

Related – Baby Rhino ‘Ranger’ is Loving His Time on the Savannah on Kilimanjaro Safaris

Disney's Animal Kingdom Celebrates Earth Month with limited time experiences
  • Disney PhotoPass Service captures magical memories with special in-park Earth Day backgrounds and Magic Shots, including an all-new photo opportunity. In addition, Earth Day screen savers and Zoom backgrounds can be downloaded from the My Disney Experience PhotoPass gallery.
  • Beginning April 2, you can watch as artisans transform 40 tons of sand into a detailed sculpture celebrating National Geographic’s “Secrets of the Whales,” an original series streaming on Disney+ on Earth Day. The intricate sculpted masterpiece will be located on the Discovery Island Stage until April 30.

Related – St. Patrick’s Day Reuben Totchos From Disney’s Animal Kingdom

For more information on how Disney cares for animals and helps protect species in the wild, visit DisneyAnimals.com, check out “Magic of Disney’s Animal Kingdom” on Disney+, streaming now, Disney Park Wild Sights, a short form video mini-series exclusive to the My Disney Experience app, or follow along on Disney’s Animals, Science and Environment Instagram (@DrMarkAtDisney) and Facebook (@DisneyASE) pages. And look out for even more Earth Month excitement right here on Chip and Co.

Source DPB

Disney’s Live Action Cruella receives PG-13 rating

Disney's Cruella
Disney's Cruella

The Queen of Mean gets an official movie rating of PG-13. The next major live-action Disney film is Cruella, which hits theaters on May 28, 2021.

Academy Award winner Emma Stone (“La La Land”) stars in the live-action Disney’s Cruella. A feature film about the rebellious early days of one of Disney’s most notorious villains, the legendary Cruella de Vil. Cruella takes place during 1970s London amidst the punk rock revolution. The story follows a young Estella, a creative girl determined to make a name for herself with her designs.

Disney's Cruella

She befriends a pair of young thieves who appreciate her appetite for mischief. Together they are able to build a life for themselves on the London streets. One day, Estella’s flair for fashion catches the eye of the Baroness von Hellman (Emma Thompson). She’s a fashion legend who is devastatingly chic and terrifyingly haute. But their relationship sets in motion a course of events and revelations that will cause Estella to embrace her wicked side and become the raucous, fashionable and revenge-bent Cruella.

Related: Meet the Queen of mean in this all-new Cruella Trailer

Disney's Cruella

Related: ‘Raya and the Last Dragon’ Comes in First at the Box Office

Disney’s Cruella is directed by Craig Gillespie (“I Tonya”) from a screenplay by Dana Fox and Tony McNamara, story by Aline Brosh McKenna and Kelly Marcel & Steve Zissis. It was produced by Andrew Gunn (“Freaky Friday”), Marc Platt (“Mary Poppins Returns”) and Kristin Burr (“Christopher Robin”), with Emma Stone, Michelle Wright, Jared LeBoff and Glenn Close serving as executive producers. Two-time Oscar- winning costume designer Jenny Beavan (“Mad Max: Fury Road,” “A Room with a View”) creates the dazzling and imaginative costumes, which take on a life of their own.

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We’re still two months away from the release date, but are you looking forward to seeing Disney’s Cruella movie? Let us know in the comments.

Check back here on Chip & Co. for the latest theme park and entertainment news updates!

New Winnie The Pooh Loungefly Collection Has Sweet Spring Style

Winnie The Pooh Loungefly
New Winnie The Pooh Loungefly Collection Has Sweet Spring Style

Loungefly is serving up some sweet style for spring! The new Winnie the Pooh Loungefly Collection features bright colors, and our favorite friends from the Hundred Acre Woods! There is a sweet new Piglet cosplay design, as well as a fun balloon print!

Winnie The Pooh Loungefly

The Piglet cosplay is a cute little design with a striped pocket, holding a handful of daisies. A charming Piglet smile is embroidered on the front, with adorable three dimensional ears!

Winnie The Pooh Loungefly

The balloon print has an assortment of silhouettes including a backpack, id holder, and zip around wallet! Winnie the Pooh, Piglet, Eeyore, and also Tigger float across a cloudy light blue background.

You can find all of the new Winnie the Pooh Loungefly Collection online now at Loungefly.com!

Universal Store in Citywalk Has a New Sign

Universal Studios Store

Universal Orlando recently announced they are building a brand new Studios Store in City Walk. Since the announcement the store had really began to take shape! We even saw a new sign was just installed.

Related: Is Nintendo Merchandise Coming to Universal Orlando’s new City Walk Store?

Universal Store in Citywalk Has a New Sign

There’s also some signage that was placed on the side of the new Studios Store. This new store will be replacing the smaller store that is already in City Walk. There’s no word when it will open yet but it has been under construction for a while now.

Universal Store in Citywalk Has a New Sign

The new Universal Studios Store looks massive. It’s in a prime location too! If you forget to grab a last-minute souvenir this will be right as you leave both parks on the right. We will keep you updated and announce if they release an opening date for the new store.

Related: VelociCoaster at Universal Orlando Testing with People

First Look at the Easter Egg displays at the Yacht & Beach Club

First Look at the Easter Egg displays at the Yacht & Beach Club

Not only has Spring Sprung at Walt Disney World so has Easter! While not as large as in the past the Disney Chefs have been hard at work with their Easter Egg Displays all over the Disney World Resorts however today we are going to show you the displays from the Yacht & Beach Club Resorts.

Related – You must try this Easter Egg Hunt Cupcake at the Grand Floridian

First Look at the Easter Egg displays at the Yacht & Beach Club

Let’s take a look at the Easter Displays at the Yacht Club resort. We apologize for the lighting it was quite dark where they have the display setup.

As you can see in the photos there is Aladdin, Alice and Wonderland and Peter Pan.

Check out this video:

First Look at the Easter Egg displays at the Yacht & Beach Club

Next we move on to Disney’s Beach Club Resort. The lighting was much better here.

They have The Little Mermaid, Dumbo and the Fox & the Hound. The Dumbo is probably my favorite!

Check out the video:

Related – Disney World Resort Easter Egg displays are returning!

If you are in Disney World and would like to check out the Easter Displays at the Resorts here is the current schedule:

  • Disney’s BoardWalk Resort – Lobby area (available for viewing Mar. 26-April 4)
  • Disney’s Grand Floridan Resort & Spa – Lobby area, concierge level, and Grand Floridian Café lobby (available for viewing Mar. 15-April 4)
  • Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort – Carriage House (available for viewing Apr. 1-11)
  • Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resort – Beach Club lobby, Yacht Club lobby, Ale & Compass Restaurant, The Market at Ale & Compass (available for viewing Mar. 18-Apr. 4)

If you would like to check out all the Easter Snacks & Treats at Walt Disney World just click here.

Lots of work being done on Cinderella Castle preparing for 50th Anniversary

cinderella castle
Lots of work being done on Cinderella Castle preparing for 50th Anniversary

Disney World’s 50th anniversary is this October 1st and Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom is receiving a makeover for the celebration. The celebration is still months away but décor is already appearing on the castle!

Related – New Mary Blair-Inspired 50th Anniversary Cinderella Castle Art

Lots of work being done on Cinderella Castle preparing for 50th Anniversary

Decorative bunting can be seen on different walls and turrets around the castle.

Lots of work being done on Cinderella Castle preparing for 50th Anniversary

Recently, the largest bunting thus far was added to the castle. It can be seen on a turret on the east side of Cinderella Castle.

Related – Closer look at the Cinderella Castle Stage Construction

Lots of work being done on Cinderella Castle preparing for 50th Anniversary

The bunting and décor are blue and gold and will add to the castle’s new EARidescent look.

Related – First Look at Cinderella Castle decor for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary

Lots of work being done on Cinderella Castle preparing for 50th Anniversary

Construction is also continuing on the stage in front of the castle. We can’t wait to see the castle when it is finished!

Will you be at Disney World for the 50th anniversary celebration? There is plenty of time to book your trip! Contact me today for a free, no-obligation quote.

Learn How To Bake This Frozen 2 Inspired Cake At Home!

Frozen 2 cake
Frozen 2 cake

This Frozen 2 Cake is perfect for a birthday party or a movie night with your friends!

This delicious cake is topped with buttercream frosting and decorated with fresh baked cookies inspired by the four elements in the movie!

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It’s also fun to make and everyone can help! All you have to do is follow this recipe from Disney Family and then enjoy it while you have a Frozen movie marathon on Disney Plus.

FROZEN 2 CAKE

INGREDIENTS:

Cookie Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup of unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup of white sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 tsp of vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 tbsp of milk
  • 1 1/2 tsp of baking powder
  • 1 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups of powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp of vanilla extract
  • Food coloring in: Blue, purple, and pink

Cake Ingredients (for two layers)

  • 1 cup of unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 2 cups of sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 1/2 tbsp of vanilla extract
  • 3 cups of all purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp of baking powder
  • 1 cup of milk

Buttercream Frosting Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups of powdered sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp of vanilla
  • 2 tbsp of milk
Frozen 2 cake

Related – Super Cute Disney Dome Cakes You Can Make At Home!

INSTRUCTIONS:

  • Bake the cookies that will go around the edges of the cake. Start by combining the butter and sugar until it has a creamy texture. Whisk the egg in a separate bowl, and then add into your mixture. Add the vanilla extract and milk. In a separate bowl, combine the flour and baking powder, then add into your cookie mix, mixing on a high setting until dough is formed. Cover the mixing bowl with plastic wrap, and place in the fridge for about 45 minutes to chill.
  • Preheat oven to 375F. Place cookie dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll with a rolling pin. Use a diamond-shaped cookie cutter to cut out the dough, and place your cookies on a parchment paper-lined cookie sheet. Bake for 8 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and allow to cool completely before decorating.
  • Prepare the royal icing for your cookies! Mix together the meringue powder and water until foaming. Add in the vanilla extract and powdered sugar, mixing in one cup at a time until smooth.
  • Divide icing into four separate small bowls. In one bowl, add in blue food coloring to make a light blue color; in the second bowl, add a drop of red food coloring to make a light pink shade; in the third bowl, add about 3 drops of purple food coloring; and for your last bowl, mix together one drop of purple and 3 drops of blue food coloring for a blueish-gray color.
  • To decorate the water element cookie, place blue icing in a piping bag with a small round top to do the outline of the design. Add a very small amount of water to the bowl of blue icing to make it thinner, and use the remaining to flood and fill in the design.
  • To decorate the earth element cookie, place some of the blue-gray icing in a piping bag with a small round tip to do the outlines of the design. Add a very small amount of water to the bowl of blue-gray icing to make it thinner, and use the remaining to flood and fill in the design.
  • To decorate the fire element cookie, place some of the purple icing in a piping bag with a small round tip to do the outlines of the design. Add a very small amount of water to the bowl of purple icing to make it thinner, and use the remaining to flood and fill in the design.
  • To decorate the wind element cookie, place the pink frosting in a piping bag. Pipe a boarder on your diamond, and the inside design details you see on the fire element.
  • Set the cookies aside to allow the icing to harden.
  • It’s time to bake the cake! Preheat oven to 350F.
  • Combine the butter and sugar until creamy. Whisk eggs together in a separate bowl. Add to the rest of your mixture. Add the vanilla extract, and combine.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together the baking powder and flour. Add to the rest of the batter and combine. Lastly, add in the milk, and combine.
  • Divide the batter in half and pour into two 8 inch diameter round cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes. Allow to cool completely before adding frosting.
  • Prepare your buttercream frosting!
  • Place softened butter in a mixer, mixing until whipped. Add in the powdered sugar, about 1/2 cup at a time, mixing continuously.
  • Add in the vanilla and milk, whipping for about 3 minutes.
  • With one of the cooled cakes, use a sharp knife to carefully trim the rounded top to make the top flat. Then with a piping bag with a large round tip, pipe buttercream on top, spreading smooth.
  • Place the second cake on top of the buttercream, then pipe buttercream on the top and sides of the cake. Smooth over entire cake.
Frozen 2 cake
  • Place the cookies along the sides of the cake.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Credit: Disney Family

2021 Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt Returns To Epcot!

eggstravaganza epcot
eggstravaganza epcot

Spring is here and so is the Eggstravaganza egg hunt at Epcot!

One of the fun activities offered during Epcot Flower and Garden Festival is this scavenger hunt. The activity consist on going on a hunt around World Showcase looking for eggs inspired by Disney characters.

Related – Guide to 2021 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival

eggstravaganza epcot

Get started is very easy, all you have to do is purchase a map at MouseGear, Disney Traders or World Traveler for $7.99. Then, you will go on a hunt high and low for hidden eggs painted to look like Disney characters.

Pay close attention because some of them can be easily missed!

Related – Disney World Resort Easter Egg displays are returning!

Once you found all the eggs, you can go back to one of the select merchandise locations to claim your prize! You can pick between different designs like Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Chip or Dale!

Related – First Look At The 2021 Epcot Flower And Garden Festival Merchandise

Sounds cool right! So next time you visit Epcot, take advantage of this Eggstravaganza and have fun with your family and friends!

You must try this Easter Egg Hunt Cupcake at the Grand Floridian

Easter Egg Hunt Cupcake
Easter Egg Hunt Cupcake

It’s officially Spring now! The arrival of Spring signifies a season of warmth and new flowers blooming after winter. The season is also a great time to visit Epcot for seeing their annual Flower & Garden Festival. Of course, we also recommend visiting the Disney World Resorts as well. Especially for checking out the seasonal desserts!

We went to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort to try some of the springtime desserts at Gasparilla Island Grill. So, if you’re looking for fun Disney treat to try for Easter season, then we recommend the Easter Egg Hunt Cupcake!

Easter Egg Hunt Cupcake

The Easter Egg Hunt Cupcake is a carrot cake cupcake with marshmallow filling topped with buttercream, jelly beans, and a chocolate bunny piece. It costs $5.99 plus tax at Gasparilla Island Grill.

Related: Disney World Resort Easter Egg displays are returning!

Easter Egg Hunt Cupcake

What’s great is the taste of the carrot cake! The buttercream and chocolate bunny piece really helps make it a memorable Easter dessert, too!

Related: Celebrate Easter and Mother’s Day at Ale & Compass Restaurant

Be sure to hurry over to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort if you want to try the Easter Egg Hunt Cupcake

For more information about everything coming to the Walt Disney World Resort for ‘The World’s Most Magical Celebration,’ click HERE!

Are you excited for ‘The World’s Most Magical Celebration?’ Let us know in the comments!

Who is the new Captain America on the Falcon & Winter Soldier

Captain America
Captain America

Who will wield the shield?

Steve Rogers retired from his role as Captain America in Avengers: Endgame. Even though Steve is now longer acting as the Star-Spangled Avenger, the legacy of the super soldier continues in The Falcon and The Winter Solider.


The premiere episode of the Marvel Studios original series, “New World Order,” ended with the United States government publicly declaring a need for “new heroes” six months after Avengers: Endgame. Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) was blindsided when the government unveiled a winking John Walker (Wyatt Russell) under a catchy slogan: “Cap is back.”

So who is the new Cap on the show? The character introduced to viewers is John Walker. Also known as US Agent in Marvel Comics. Walker has always been an anti-hero, always skirting the line between good and bad — a tone the show has already teased with the little we know of the character. Even then, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier writer Malcolm Spellman says the series will eventually skirt away from that US Agent fans know.

Like the show, Walker has always been a replacement for Captain America in comics mythology. We’ll have to keep watching the Marvel Disney+ series to what’s next for John Walker and the shield he carries!

Related: New Marvel Characters Added to ‘Captain Marvel 2’ Cast List

Captain America

Related: Marvel Studios’ Kevin Feige Shares Thoughts on the Future of ‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier’ Series

Are you excited to see more adventures coming to the Marvel Cinematic Universe? Let us know in the comments!

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