We are just over a week away from the grand opening of Mickey & Minnie’s Runway Railway!
In the meantime we continue the tradition of the cartoon poster series countdown, this time with “Potatoland”!! A poster that features Mickey, Goofy and Donald at the entrance of an amusement park that seems to be a potato lover dream come true.
In the short we can see Mickey and Donald taking Goofy to Potatoland, a potato themed amusement park that has been his dream to visit since he was little. Unfourtunally the park isn’t real which leads to Mickey and Donald trying to make Goofy’s dream come true by making Potatoland come to life!
The theme park has a great similarity to Disneyland, we can even hear some familiar tunes from Main Street Electrical Parade and The Haunted Mansion.
Plus fun fact: There are some hidden Mickey’s during the short! Pay close attention when Donald try to start the car. Check it out here.
Bewitching surprises might be awaiting for you sooner then you think!
Possible dates for Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Partyhave been revealed by a ticket provider based in the UK and it seems like the parties will start even earlier this year. Take a look:
Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party offers an exclusive firework show, trick or treat around the park, a spooky parade and special character meet & greets with your favorite villains!
Disney hasn’t officially announced any dates and tickets are not for sale yet. But keep checking back for more updates about this wicked event!
Epcot International Festival of the Arts is about to come to an end very soon and with that comes new guide maps!
Starting on February 25, a new map will hit the shelves featuring the regular design in blue tones with a picture of a family in front of Spaceship Earth. This will be the most updated one for a week.
New Star Wars Films Rumored to be ‘In the Works’ Despite Claims of Hiatus by Lucasfilm. As much as Lucasfilm is insisting the studio is taking a break from Star Wars movies, every other day we keep getting reports on directors, writers, and producers being assign to new Star Wars project. The most recent rumor has been swirling around that Sleight writer/director J.D. Dillard and Luke Cage writer Matt Owens are attached to a new Star Wars story.
Should the rumors prove true, Dillard would become the first black director for a Star Wars film in the franchises history, proving Kathleen Kennedy truly is making efforts to make Lucasfilm a more diverse studio with truly talented staff at the helm.
Lucasfilm and Disney have also shared set release dates, specially for Star Wars films set to release in December 2022, 2024, and 2026, with no indication of those dates being pushed back any time soon. Personally, I do not think 3-years counts as a “hiatus” for films, but I digress.
It is currently unknown what the plot of the film will be, what characters will be included, or if a completely new Star Wars story is set to be told within the same universe. It is also unknown if Dillard’s specific project will receive a theatrical release or may be streamed exclusively on Disney+.
The studio does seem to be heavily focused on Disney+ content for the time being. With production already beginning soon on a second season of the massively popular The Mandalorian, a currently untitled Cassian Andor based Rogue One prequel series, and the high-anticipated untitled Obi-Wan Kenobi series with returning star Ewan McGregor, coming soon to Disney+, it’s no wonder Lucasfilm may be taking a brief sabbatical from feature film making to focus on the tasks at hand.
We can’t wait to see what the future holds for the Star Wars franchise now that the Force has awakened. (Get it?)
Be sure to check back here at Chip and Co. for all things Star Wars!
Tim Allen Wants To Bring Back ‘Home Improvement’ For A Revival Special. The famed Toy Story and Last Man Standing actor wants to return to the role of Tim Taylor of Home Improvement for a special revival so both the fans and the cast can reconnect with the mega-popular 90’s sitcom family.
“I like the idea of doing it as a one-off, like a one-hour movie [versus a full-fledged revival series]. I like the idea of finding out where the boys are now, and where… Tool Time would be in today’s world. I just think it’s a marvelous idea, and all the actors think it’s a great idea.” Tim continued, “The question I had was, ‘Is it still relevant? Is Tim Taylor relevant in the Mike Baxter [Last Man Standing] world?’ Because Mike Baxter is like a real version of Tim Taylor; he’s not such a joke. And the [Outdoor Man] vlogs are like Mike’s version of Tool Time done as a web series.”
We think there are plenty of ways Tim Taylor could remain relevant, despite the passing of time. Just my input, cough,cough Disney and ABC, I would be happy to write up a script for you! cough, cough, a great plot point would be Tim realizing a generation of “electronically raised” kids are now seeking the skills initially taught on Tool Time. I’m sure Tim would also be fascinated by advancing technology such as 3D printers, virtual construction, and more. Could you imagine Tim puttering around a virtual reality simulator? I’m laughing just thinking of the chaos that would ensue. Hehehe.
Photo Credit: ABC/Disney
We would also love to see how The Taylor’s are doing, what the boys have been up to now that they are adults, how Jill and Tim are handling being “empty nesters”, potentially also being grandparents, and of course how other characters are doing in the modern age. It would be very interesting to see the cast reunite for a Home Improvementspecial and give insight into The Taylor family’s lives in “2020.”
Even if the special is not given a release on ABC we would love to see a Home Improvement special on Disney+ (Just another idea that is up for grabs, Disney).
What do you think of a Home Improvement revival? Do you like the idea of leaving it up to the fans imagination? Or would you want to see what The Taylor’s are up to 21 years later? We would love to hear your thoughts in the comments. Be sure to check back here at Chip and Co. for all things Disney and ABC!
A Walt Disney World guest is suing Disney after a Cast Member allegedly slammed a gate on her. The lawsuit from the Tennessee woman was filed against Disney on Tuesday for an incident that occurred on Feb. 26, 2018 at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom.
The woman was apparently entering the Space Mountain Ride when she was injured by a Cast Member closing a gate on her, though we are unaware of how badly she was injured.
In turn, the guest would like over $30,000 for damages for the Cast Member‘s “lack of reasonable care, failure to conduct safety inspections of the ride, and failure to safely control the ride.”
We will have to wait and see what comes of this Guest vs. Disney lawsuit.
There are so many wonderful stores with high quality products at Disney Springs, but this is one that many will be excited for! Lululemon Athletica sells many of my favorite casual wear pieces including leggings, shorts, shirts, hats, and hairbands. The athleticwear is comfortable, trendy, durable and long-lasting. Men and women alike sing the praises of the quality and comfortability.
The official opening date has not yet been announced, however, it should be sometime this year. I personally swear by their leggings and shorts in my park attire for the breathability. Maybe Lululemon will consider some Disney pieces in their future? Is any one else excited about this addition to Disney Springs?
Julie de la Fé
@sonshine.adventures
Find us festival hopping at Epcot all spring long.
Are you ready for an epic vacation? Universal Orlando Resort is brining back their highly popular promotion of buy a 2-Day, 2-Park ticket, and get 2 days free! The 2-Day, 2-Park ticket gets you into both Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. With this amazing 2-Park ticket you can explore all you need to see at both sides of the incredibly popular Wizarding World Of Harry Potter. The 2-Park ticket is your ticket aboard the Hogwarts Express between parks.
Experience All That Universal Orlando Has To Offer
This limited-time offer is valid for travel through Dec. 18 and will give guests the opportunity to truly explore and experience all that Universal Orlando has to offer – making this the perfect deal for their 2020 vacation. Guests can explore both parks with 2 days FREE. Use this amazing opportunity to see the new Jason Bourne stunt show (The Bourne Stuntacular) coming in Spring 2020. Make sure you also experience the number one ride at the Universal Orlando Resort, Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure. So many are calling it “The best ride ever” and with your 2-Park tickets you wont need to miss out.
For guests traveling now your park tickets include the magic of Mardi Gras! It’s celebrating its 25th anniversary at Universal Orlando and runs until April 2nd. If you’re planning a vacation later in the year you won’t want to miss Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s, a live retelling of Dr. Seuss’s holiday classic during Grinchmas and more. There’s so much to do and see at the Universal Orlando Resort the 2-Day, 2-Park tickets with 2-Days FREE is definitely a deal worth grabbing.
Guests can also upgrade their promotion to include the amazing Volcano Bay Water Park for only $40 more per adult.
Offer Details
This offer won’t be around forever! This offer is valid for purchase through August 13, 2020 and is valid for 7 days from the first use – must be used in full by December 18, 2020. For more information on this buy 2-Day, 2-Park tickets, get 2-Days free you can visit UniversalOrlando.com. While there you can also book one of their amazing hotels for an even more epic vacation with early access to the parks and more.
Look who’s coming to Build-A-Bear Workshop in the near future…Baby Yoda! The Child proved to be a cultural phenomenon when he appeared on Disney’s “The Mandalorian” show. Star Wars fans were excited when Build-A-Bear first announced a Baby Yoda plush. The company finally revealed what the stuffed Baby Yoda will look like.
Build-A-Bear Workshop posted the following text on Twitter: “The cutest creature in the Galaxy is arriving at Build-A-Bear Workshop this spring.”
There’s no denying that the Baby Yoda craze is far from over. The baby Star Wars character is a pop culture sensation. Many have sought plush toys of Baby Yoda, so this is a great merchandise option for fans.
We’ve seen companies recently unveiling more Baby Yoda products. The character was kept secret from toy companies before his initial Disney+ appearance. These same companies are now ready with waves of Baby Yoda merchandise arriving.
This plush toy will hit store shelves later in spring 2020. There’s no scheduled date revealed yet, but additional details should be announced soon. Build-A-Bear Workshop is currently encouraging consumers to sign-up for being placed on their e-mail list for updates. Stay tuned for the release of the Baby Yoda plush later this year.
Disney California Adventure Park’s Food & Wine Festival is only days away from its annual return! This festival features eats and wine that can be found locally to the beautiful state of California.
This year, there are plenty of fan favorites returning and plenty of new items for all to enjoy. Here are some favorite marketplaces and some new marketplaces that we can’t wait to try:
Nuts About Cheese
Oikos Greek Yogurt Banoffee Tart
Honey Bourbon Lemonade
Fiscalini White Cheddar Lager Soup served in a Mini Boudin Sourdough Bowl
Impossible Cheeseburger Mac & Cheese
Uncork California
California Artesian Cheeses
Road Trip Mimosa Flight (Pacific, Mojave, Sierra)
Red & White Wine Flights
NEW Golden Dreams
Brunch Fried Chicken & Waffle Sandwich with Mimosa-inspired slaw and OJ Bubbles
Seared Verlasso Salmon with Lemon Pea Purée, Black Rice, and Meyer Lemon Relish
Pabana Cream Puff with Mango, Passion Fruit, and Banana Mousse
Berry Mule
House-made Watermelon Agua Fresca
Paradise Garden Grill
Impossible Meatball Submarine
Beer-battered Fish Tacos with Karl Straus Follow the Sun Pilsner-infused batter
Buffalo-style Roasted Turkey Leg with Celery Slaw & Blue Cheese
Brisket Sliders
Brisket Fries
Black Forest Parfait
Watermelon Vodka Lemonade
Berry Spectacular Cookie Shake
Also returning this year, will be the Paradise Beer Garden. Located adjacent to the Paradise Garden Grill, this garden creates a cool and relaxed atmosphere. Guests here can enjoy several local craft beers along with a handful of hearty IPAs.
There is so much to enjoy this year at the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival! The festival runs from February 28 to April 21 and you definitely won’t want to miss out on all the yummy fun!
Disney Park guests have been able to purchase customized merchandise in a couple of locations through the technology of D-Tech on Demand– but now there will be even more customization opportunities through the debut of MADE.
MADE will allow guests to customize their dream Disney clothing- perfect for making t-shirts in honor of special occasions! Of course, guests will still be able to customize phone cases, MagicBands, magnets, and commemorative bricks that the parks have offered in the past.
All guests have to do to bring their own customized merchandise to life is simply select the item that they would like, choose the Disney art and colors, and finally, add their name! Customers also have the option to pick up their orders later in the day, or have them delivered to their Disney resort or back home.
You’ll soon be able to create your own merchandise with MADE in Magic Kingdom at the Tomorrowland Light and Power Co., Frontierland Trading Post, and Curtain Call Collectables; in Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Star Wars Launch Bay and Celebrity 5 & 10 Shop; and in Disney Springs at Marketplace Co-Op and NBA Experience, all at the Walt Disney World Resort. For Disneyland Resort guests, MADE merchandise will be available for purchase at Star Wars Launch Bay and Star Traders.
Currently, only Tomorrowland Light and Power Co. and Marketplace Co-Op offer the customized apparel option, but the other locations are working hard to make the transition with MADE as well. According to Disney Parks Blog, there will also be new designs continually added to the MADE customization system.
Will you be creating your own custom MADE merchandise when you go to the Disney Parks next?
Universal Studios Hollywood is bringing a new technologically advanced immersive ride experience! “The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash!” Ride will open next month. We have all the details that’ll have your tails wagging with excitement!
Not only will this new ride experience will showcase our favorite furry friends from the beloved franchise, it will also feature all new technologies! “The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash!” ride will also feature the star-studded voice cast from both films. In fact, 64 technologically-advanced animated figures will be along your ride journey. The high functioning mobility of these figures will be unlike anything that exists in any other them park ride.
This ride will put you right in the heart of New York City with super realistic projection mapping. Guests will be completely immersed and feel a part of the experience. Your ride car will replicate a cardboard box and you will be a stray puppy looking for a forever home on your ride journey. Guests will have the option of being 1 of 15 stray puppies which will make every time they ride a unique experience.
Guests will also get to experience the new Virtual Line technology. Virtual Line is being used with this ride in order to maximize the guest experience while guests wait in a virtual queue. Guests can access this queue via the Universal Studios Hollywood app. There will also be a convenient kiosk located near the ride. With this app, guests will have time to experience other locations in the area made to look like different scenes from the film.
“The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash!” ride will be located adjacent to the already popular “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem” attraction and will open on March 27th!
We are just over a week away from the grand opening of Mickey & Minnie’s Runway Railway!
