Cupcake Crawl At Disney’s All Star Movies Resort

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January 23, 2020

Who doesn’t love a cupcake right? Now imagine a whole cupcake crawl!

Disney’s All Star Movies Resort just got even sweeter with a huge variety of cupcakes available for you!

Take a look at all the different flavors you can get:

Let’s start with this Mickey Mouse cupcake that is cookies and cream flavored with a magical filling of M&M’s dipped in chocolate and topped with chocolate Mickey ears! Sounds delicious!

This Rose Gold Minnie Mouse cupcake is too adorable to eat! It’s strawberry shortcake with strawberry frosting topped with white chocolate pearls and sparkly Minnie ears.

There’s a voice calling us to try this Frozen inspired cupcake that is blueberry flavored with blue icing on top drizzled with blue and white sprinkles and topped with a white chocolate Elsa cookie.

All you need is faith, trust and little bit of pixie dust! Take a look at this cute Tinkerbell cupcake, it’s key lime flavored with green and yellow frosting and adorned with white chocolate wings and white sprinkles.

Then we have the S’mores cupcake! With chocolate flavored cake and chocolate icing topped with delicious and soft marshmallows.

If you are craving something else what about this yummy cheesecake! It’s covered in chocolate and topped with raspberry and pecans.

And last but not least we have cookie dough!! This is safe for anyone with allergies since it doesn’t contain any eggs and is a sweet chocolate chip flavor.

They are all between $4.99 to $5.99 and you can find them at the World Premiere Food Court in All Star Movies Resort.

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RIAA Certifies Disney Hits ‘Colors of the Wind’ with Platinum and ‘Almost There’ with Gold Ratings

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Kaitlyn

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January 23, 2020

RIAA Certifies Disney Hits ‘Colors of the Wind’ with Platinum and ‘Almost There’ with Gold Ratings. Disney is celebrating two new RIAA certifications for Disney Hits, “Colors of the Wind” from Pocahontas and “Almost There” from The Princess and the Frog. Colors of the Wind was awarded a Platinum certification, while Almost There earned a Gold certification from The Recording Industry Association of America, or RIAA.

Disney shared the news on their Facebook page with a touching message for both awards.

“”Colors Of The Wind,” written by Disney Legend Alan Menken and Stephen Schwartz, for Disney’s Pocahontas, has officially been certified Platinum by The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA)!”

RIAA Certifies Disney Hits 'Colors of the Wind' with Platinum and 'Almost There' with Gold Ratings — Photo Credit: RIAA/Disney

“Congratulations to Randy Newman, Anika Noni Rose and The Princess and the Frog ! “Almost There” is now certified Gold by The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA)!”

Congratulations to the composers and recording artists on these projects for hitting these impressive milestones! Be sure to check out these and other classic Disney Hits by checking out the Disney Hits Playlist at https://disneymusic.co/DisneyHitsPlaylists.

Be sure to check back here at Chip and Co. for all things Disney!

Featured Photo Credit: RIAA/Disney

‘Lamp Life’ Short Film Set To Premiere on Disney+ January 31st

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Kaitlyn

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January 23, 2020

‘Lamp Life‘ Short Film Set To Premiere on Disney+ January 31st. Ever wondered what happened to Bo Peep and her sheep after Toy Story 2? A new short film called, Lamp Life, will share Bo’s story between Toy Story 2 and Toy Story 4 after she is reunited with Woody and the gang. The short film was originally announced during the 2019 D23 Expo along with several other Disney+ exclusive projects including: Monsters at Work, SparkShorts, and more.

“Expect an unexpected journey. Lamp Life, an Original Short, starts streaming Jan. 31 only on #DisneyPlus.”

The short film will stream exclusively on Disney’s new streaming service, Disney+, and will be available to stream starting January 31, 2020. Check out the official trailer for Lamp Life below:

Are you excited to see Bo Peep’s story? What do you think she has been up to between Toy Story 2 and Toy Story 3? 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 Pixar!

Featured Photo Credit: Disney+/Pixar

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Millennium Falcon Smugglers Run FastPasses are coming!

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Danielle

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January 23, 2020

Something exciting showed up today on My Disney Experience… Millennium Falcon Smugglers Run FastPasses now show up in Hollywood Studios starting on February 19th! You can now reserve access to fly the “fastest hunk of junk in the galaxy” at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios!

FastPass+ reservations will be available for Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run in the My Disney Experience app for guests planning to visit on or after February 19.

This will be part of the tiered FastPass system. When you make FastPass+ plans for Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you can select between either Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run or Slinky Dog Dash. Both are also based upon availability. Then, you can add additional experiences to plans, including Toy Story Mania, Alien Swirling Saucers, and many other great rides found at Hollywood Studios.

Will you be getting Millennium Falcon Smugglers Run FastPasses for your next visit?

Cast from The Secret Life of Pets Films Reprise Their Roles in Universal Hollywood’s All-New Ride

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Chip

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January 23, 2020

The voice talent behind the lovable furry stars of Illumination’s global blockbuster hits The Secret Life of Pets and The Secret Life of Pets 2 unleash their animal instincts to reprise their roles in Universal Studios Hollywood’s lively new ride, “The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash!,” opening in Spring 2020, which answer the question, “What are your pets really doing when you’re not at home?”

This marks the first time the ensemble cast perform the voices of their iconic characters for a theme park attraction. The film’s talent and their alter egos include Patton Oswalt as Max, Kevin Hart as Snowball, Eric Stonestreet as Duke, Jenny Slate as Gidget, Tiffany Haddish as Daisy, Lake Bell as Chloe, Dana Carvey as Pops, Steve Coogan as Ozone, Chris Renaud as Norman, Hannibal Buress as Buddy, Bobby Moynihan as Mel, Jessica DiCicco as Princess and Tara Strong as Pickles.

Adoption day is the ultimate rite of passage for every domesticated animal and the inspiration for this all-new immersive experience as guests assume the roles of stray puppies on the ultimate quest to find their forever homes.

The innovative ride will blend live, dimensional and animated characters with hyper-realistic media and projection mapping to fully immerse guests in a bustling New York City landscape. Seated within ride vehicles that resemble cardboard boxes—reminiscent of where Katie first finds her beloved Max as a puppy—guests will travel along a track towards the Pet Adoption event and the ultimate happy ending: forever homes.

The state-of-the-art ride will employ a series of technological firsts that combine sophisticated facial recognition with enhanced gesture tracking, which helps to identify each guest as a unique stray puppy for the duration of the ride. Every time guests experience “The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash!” they will likely see themselves characterized as a different stray puppy, creating a uniquely new experience with each ride.

“The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash!” will be located on Pets Place, previously referred to as Baker Street, and adjacent to the popular “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem” and “Super Silly Fun Land” attractions. With the installation of all-new store front facades, Pets Place will capture the charm of a busy NY street, including an iconic NYC subway station.

With so much to see and do at Universal Studios Hollywood, an Annual Pass invites guests to experience the theme park’s thrill and adventure over and over again. Visit www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com for more details and to save up to $60 on an Annual Pass when purchased online. Offer valid through March 2, 2020. Restrictions apply.

More information is available at www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com. Like Universal Studios Hollywood on Facebook and follow @UniStudios on Instagram and Twitter.

In preparation for the ride’s opening, Universal Studios Hollywood is seeking energetic actors and puppeteers to impersonate the voice of Snowball. To learn more and book an audition by appointment only, please visit www.USHAuditions.com.

The Mandalorian Stickers Now Available on iOS Devices

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Sara

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January 23, 2020

Baby Yoda fans, rejoice! You can now purchase The Mandalorian stickers on iOS devices. These are some awesome Star Wars stickers to add to your messages.

First off, these stickers are adorable! I can’t get over how cute the Baby Yoda ones are!

It looks like they have a lot of the major characters; Mando, Baby Yoda, Cara Doon, Kuiil, and Greef Karga. These stickers are available for purchase in the App Store on Apple devices for $1.99. Totally worth it in my opinion!

McDonald’s on Disney World Property Undergoes Renovation

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Sara

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January 23, 2020

The McDonald’s on Walt Disney World property is undergoing a major renovation! This Mickey D’s is located over by Disney’s Animal Kingdom park and has been closed since October. It appears the new Disney World McDonald’s will be much bigger than it was!

It looks like it’ll be a while before you can enjoy a Big Mac from this McDonald’s location. Rumor is this store won’t reopen until March of this year.

Have you ever enjoyed some Mickey D’s while visiting Mickey Mouse?

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Disney’s Grand Floridian Citricos Restaurant is Getting a New Look

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Kevin

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January 23, 2020

Walt Disney World is updating one of its iconic monorail resort restaurants. Starting in February, the Grand Floridian’s Citricos restaurant will be undergoing refurbishment.

Citricos serves Mediterranean-style cuisine and a wide selection of wine. It’s a signature dining experience at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort. Even though the refurbishment starts next month, it’s expected to take until summer 2020 to be completed. The refurbishment project will also take place over several phases throughout the year.

The Citricos bar is expected to close first in February. The dining room will continue to be open, but its menu will be modified since the bar area is closed. Then parts of the dining room will be closed for refurbishment starting in May. However, the Citricos name and Mediterranean theme should stay intact.

If you’re planning on visiting Disney World and dining at Citricos this year, then it’s best to keep this refurbishment in mind. The menu is subject to change during this period. Also, the availability for seating will change as parts of the dining room close for this project.

Are you looking forward to the changes being made at Citricos? Disney’s Grand Floridian restaurant should look quite different once it fully reopens later this year.

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NFL Pro Bowl Week at Walt Disney World

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Kevin

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January 22, 2020

The 2020 NFL Pro Bowl takes place this Sunday, January 26th in Orlando, Florida. But you don’t have to wait until Sunday to find some football action. Walt Disney World Resort is hosting the 2020 NFL Pro Bowl Week! Starting today, the NFL opened up its 2020 Pro Bowl Experience at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.

The Pro Bowl Skills Showdown was held today for players to showcase their athletic abilities. It’s also a great time for people to see their favorite NFL players on the field. Spectators can watch the AFC and NFC teams practice each day leading up to game day. There’s other immersive exhibitions for guests as well. From flag football to drills for young guests to enjoy, it’s a great time for sports fans at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.

Then the football festivities head to Disney Springs this Saturday. The 2020 Pro Bowl Pep Rally takes place at Disney Springs Marketplace Stage. Fans can see cheerleaders and their favorite NFL mascots take the stage for a night of entertainment. It’s free to attend the event. There will also be NFL merchandise, food, and beverages available for purchase. The pep rally shows take place at 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM, and 6:00 PM.

The 2020 NFL Pro Bowl game starts at 3:00 PM on Sunday at Camping World Stadium. Tickets are still available for Sunday’s game, so those visiting Orlando can see the game in person!

Terry Jones, Member of Monty Python, Dies at 77

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Danielle H

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January 22, 2020

Monty Python co-creator, Terry Jones has passed at age 77. Jones is survived by his wife and three children.

In 2016, Jones’ family announced that Terry had been diagnosed with a form of dementia that had robbed the actor and writer of his speech.

Terry Jones, Member of Monty Python, Dies at 77 — Martyn Goddard / Corbis / Getty Images

Though the disease took his voice, it could not erase his amazing legacy as an actor, director, writer, and author. Of course, known for his work with Monty Python, Terry was also the writer of numerous books and shows that specialized in history. Disney fans will know of his work directing, writing and starring in the 1996 film, Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride. His screenplay writing also extended to the 1986 classic, Labyrinth, giving Muppet and Bowie fans a classic to treasure to this day.

Fans, friends and surviving Python members have expressed sadness and fond memories throughout the day.

On Twitter, Eric Idle wrote, “Thank you all for your kind thoughts and messages of support for our dearly beloved brother Terry. It is a cruel and sad thing. But let’s remember just what joy he brought to all of us”.

John Cleese also spoke in memory of his dear friend on Twitter, saying – “Just heard about Terry J. It feels strange that a man of so many talents and such endless enthusiasm, should have faded so gently away… Of his many achievements, for me, the greatest gift he gave us all was his direction of ‘Life of Brian’. Perfection. Two down, four to go”.

Terry Gilliam spoke out on Facebook saying, “HE WAS A VERY NAUGHTY BOY!!…and we miss you. Terry was someone totally consumed with life.. a brilliant, constantly questioning, iconoclastic, righteously argumentative and angry but outrageously funny and generous and kind human being… and very often a complete pain in the ass. One could never hope for a better friend. Goodbye, Tel.”

Terry’s writing partner, Python member, and good friend, Sir Michael Palin visited often after the diagnosis. Palin is quoted as saying that Jones was, “one of the funniest writer-performers of his generation”.

Luckily, fans are left with hours of entertainment created and provided by the comedy legend. He will be missed by all.

More European River Cruises Coming to Adventures by Disney in 2021

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Sara

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January 22, 2020

Adventures by Disney is adding more river cruise vacations to their 2021 itineraries! There will be 30 sailings along four enchanting European Rivers: Danube, Rhine, Rhone, and Seine. Select departures are reserved exclusively for families traveling without children, including Food and Wine and Oktoberfest-themed cruises, and festive holiday sailings wrap up the extended river cruise season.

New for 2021, guests aboard Rhine River voyages can travel to Papenburg, Germany, for an inside look at the construction of the fifth Disney Cruise Line ship, the Disney Wish.

Advance booking begins Jan. 27, 2020 for all previous Adventures by Disney Guests, or Jan. 28, 2020 for Disney Vacation Club Members, Golden Oak Club Members, and Disney Cruise Line Gold & Platinum Castaway Cay Club Members. General booking begins Jan. 29, 2020.

Family Vacations in the Heart of Europe
Sailing with AmaWaterways, a premier luxury river cruise line, these all-inclusive vacations are filled with active, immersive experiences curated by the family travel experts at Disney. A team of specially trained Adventure Guides bring each destination to life and provide a seamless, authentic experience marked by signature Disney service.

On Rhine River cruises, guests explore storybook villages in Switzerland, France, Germany, and the Netherlands. Highlights include a toboggan ride through the black forest, high-adrenaline thrills at an indoor winter park, horseback riding through the French countryside and a voyage through the Upper Middle Rhine Valley offering up-close views of 30 majestic castles.

New on the Rhine River itinerary is a unique excursion to Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany, where the newest Disney Cruise Line ships are being built. Guests who book this activity will go behind-the-magic at the building docks on a privately guided hard-hat tour led by a Disney Imagineer. This intimate, limited-capacity experience will be available at an additional charge on all 2021 departures.

Danube River sailings visit eight unforgettable destinations in Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary, where adventurers roam medieval ruins, scale treetop rope bridges and marvel at the rolling hills made famous in “The Sound of Music.”

Rhone River vacations through the south of France transport guests to sun-soaked Provence, a region celebrated for its colorful culture, charming villages, lush vineyards, and world-renowned cuisine. Interactive excursions include an art workshop inspired by Vincent Van Gogh, a private truffle-hunting experience and tasting, and kayaking beneath a 2,000-year-old Roman aqueduct.

Seine River cruises celebrate the magnificence of rural France with visits to picturesque provincial towns, the historic beaches of Normandy, Monet’s House and Gardens, the dramatic cliffs of Etretat, and Paris – the “City of Lights.”

Specialty, Seasonal and Themed Departures
The 2021 Adventures by Disney river cruise lineup includes a variety of specialty sailings that feature themed offerings onboard and onshore, in addition to the excursions and entertainment already built into each itinerary.

Throughout the year, select departures are reserved for families traveling without children. During these adult-exclusive sailings, guests 18 years of age and older enjoy all of the magic of an Adventures by Disney river cruise with the addition of tailored enhancements designed just for them. These dedicated sailings meet the increased demand among adult travelers for Adventures by Disney’s unique blend of sophistication, variety, and adventure in a fun, comfortable setting.

Special adult-only vacations include themed Oktoberfest sailings on the Danube River and Food and Wine cruises on the Rhine River, each offering an extra serving of refinement and fun for culinary connoisseurs and “foodies” alike. Also on the Danube, festive Christmas Market cruises are a magical way for families to celebrate the holidays like never before. Each of these specialty vacations is offered twice in 2021.

Pre- and Post-Cruise Itinerary Enhancements in Paris, Amsterdam, and Budapest
Adventures by Disney guests can extend their European river cruise vacations with three-day, two-night stays in some of Europe’s most celebrated cities. These guided group itineraries are designed to maximize vacation time, highlighting “must-see” attractions as well as lesser-known hidden gems. Two dedicated Adventure Guides lead guests in enriching, exciting activities the whole family can enjoy.

The Paris Escape can be added to Seine and Rhone sailings to round-out vacations in northern or southern France. Guests enjoy spectacular views of the “City of Lights” from their seats at dinner in the Eiffel Tower, a private walking culinary tour, and an immersive visit to the Louvre Museum guided by a local expert and a special art detective activity for Junior Adventurers.

The Amsterdam Escape can be added as a post-cruise stay following Rhine River sailings to complete the cruise’s four-country journey. This itinerary features a bucket-list canal cruise, a culinary tour of the trendy Jordaan neighborhood and a visit to the Van Gogh Museum followed by an interactive painting workshop.

The Budapest Escape can be added to Danube River sailings as the perfect land complement to the Central European tour by water. The itinerary checks off the city’s must-see sites with a focus on enriching cultural experiences like sampling authentic Hungarian cuisine, riding in a tuk-tuk (motorized rickshaw) and reveling in a performance at the Budapest Opera House.

Have you ever sailed with Adventures by Disney river cruises? Tell us about your experience!

Disney Among The World’s Most Admired Companies Of 2020

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Ana Leal

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January 22, 2020

The happiest job on earth!

The Walt Disney Company has been placed in #4 on the “World’s Most Admired Companies” of 2020 in Fortune’s annual list, making it the #1 in the entertainment industry to make this list for the 17th year in a row.

The company received high marks in the survey for people management, quality of management, long-term investment value, social responsibility and global competitiveness as well as other key attributes of reputation.

The survey is made in partnership with Korn Ferry, a management consulting firm, by selecting 1,500 companies from around the world (1,000 U.S. companies ranked by revenue and 500 non U.S companies with a revenue of at least $10 billion). They then asked executives and directors from those companies to rate enterprises of their respective industries on nine criteria.

Another part of the survey consist on asking 3,770 executives, directors and securities analyst who responded the first survey to pick their 10 most admired companies and that’s how you get a list of the 50 most admired companies in the world.

The Walt Disney Company also ranked #5 on Axios Harris Poll 100 and #3 on Reputation Institute’s Global RepTrak 100.

Credit: The Walt Disney Company