M&M Store to Sweeten Up Disney Springs

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December 28, 2019

M&M’s and Disney Springs will have us seeing in color with their newest merge. 2020 will bring a pop of color and sweetness to Disney Springs. The M&M store is slated to open within the year on the West end of Disney Springs. Lots of changes have been in the works on the West end. It will be located near the new NBA experience and the new Cirque du Soleil show which will be starting performances on April 17, 2020. Also adding to that area will be a restaurant named Beatrix.

The M&M store will bring an immersive chocolate experience to Disney Springs this year to add to the dynamic enjoyment for all. Especially you chocolate connoisseurs will be delighted by all this location will have to offer. As one of the most frequented shopping destinations with a vast variety of shops, dining, and experiences the M&M store will surly make a good fit in its new location in Disney Springs, as it goes from its current location in Orlando. This will be one of the five locations world wide.

Patrick McIntyre the global retail director of Mars Retail group stated that “guests will be fully immersed into an interactive chocolate experience that will create more moments and more smiles through the colorful fun of M&Ms”. This addition sure will be a sweet one , that will hopefully be melting hearts, not hands!

Be sure to keep up with Chip and Co for all the newest addition to Disney Springs and the theme parks!

New Restrooms Open at Epcot

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Julie

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December 27, 2019

Changes are starting to appear around Epcot and this one is a welcome one! The new restroom structure close to the entrance of the World Showcase is now open. If you turn right, the restrooms will be on your right before you even get to Canada, between Promenade Refreshments and Refreshment Port.

The old restrooms in this area were to the right of refreshment port and only had a few stalls on the women’s side. I would always advise ladies to try to get to the UK if they could.

Although this may seem insignificant to some, it is nice to have new and bigger restrooms with all of the festivals that Epcot is hosting. This is a welcome improvement and will be conveniently located near the new, temporary Starbucks.

We can’t wait to see what else is in store for Epcot!

Julie de la Fé

@justamomandboyatdisney

A new year, new Disney goals!

Pictures: Lisette Raynor

Season 2 of The Mandalorian coming in 2020

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Chip

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December 27, 2019

We have some breaking news for Mandalorian fans! Jon Favreau has just posted when we can expect the 2nd season of the Mandalorian!!!

“Season 2 of The Mandalorian coming Fall 2020,” Favreau wrote in a tweet just a little bit ago!

Season 2 of #TheMandalorian coming Fall 2020 pic.twitter.com/8VQYLDMQ0V

— Jon Favreau (@Jon_Favreau) December 27, 2019

Fans are excited but sad that they have to walk so long till we get to see more Baby Yoda since the season finale just released today.

We’re are just going to have to wait just a little while to see what happens to Din Djarin, Cara Dune, Greef Karga, and Baby Yoda, but at least we know we will see them all again!

Ringing in the New Year at Disney

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Jenna-lee Languirand

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December 27, 2019

Celebrating the New Year is a big deal especially the end of a decade. Disney has huge plans in store for New Year’s Eve festivities around the parks! If you plan on attending the parks on New Years Eve you will want to get there early as the parks can fill up on these special occasions rather quickly.

Here’s what’s in store…

Magic Kingdom Park: From dance parties in Frontierland and Tomorrow Land to the ”Fantasy in the Sky” fireworks Spectacular at 11:50pm on the nights of December 30 & 31 you can enjoy these extra events. The fireworks will also be at 6:30pm for those with kids that need to have an earlier night in. Also if you cannot attend but want to celebrate from home, Disney will be live streaming the Fantasy in the Sky fireworks show for your entertainment.

Epcot: Have a fun night partying around the World Showcase. When each country’s respective New Year happens there will be a special celebratory announcement. Dance the night away with Dj dance parties, even a unique ”silent groove” party happening in Future World. Live music will be entertaining guests in the American Gardens Theatre. Catch the Epcot Forever Fireworks display at 6:30 pm or 11:40pm, and stick around for a pyrotechnic countdown to bring the new year in with a bang!

Animal Kingdom: The first time in forever Animal Kingdom will remain open til midnight to ring in the New Year! Check out all the holiday decor and special entertainment, and specialty treats. At 6:15pm kick up the party in a roaring way while attending a dance party in Dinoland, Asia, or Discovery Island. As the countdown begins feast your eyes on the Tree of Life for the ”Tree of Life Awaken the New Year”

Hollywood Studios: Starting off the festivities is the Wonderful World of Animation at 6:05pm. Then make sure to catch then Jingle Bell Jingle Bam projection show at 6:30pm. Center Stage will be hosting a dance party at 7pm. Have an out of this world experience while watching the Star Wars Galactic Spectacular right after ringing in the new Year with a fireworks countdown!

It seems like the only question is what park to choose from, as they all look like they are going to have an epic amount of fun, and celebrations to ring in the 20’s! Whichever park you choose, or if you can catch the live streams from home, have a Happy New Year!

This New year make sure to keep up to date with all the newest happenings at the parks with Chip and Co.

Source & Photos: Disney Parks

Mouse Gears & Character Changes happening at Epcot

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Chip

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December 27, 2019

Changes are coming to Disney World starting next week to prepare for the new additions and future projects that will change the overall look and feel of Epcot. While many are just temporary moves we wanted to give you a heads up on what to expect…

On January 4th, 2020, Mouse Gear will have its final day of operation at its current location and will reopen in its temporary location in Innoventions East starting on January 5, 2020.

On January 5th, 2020, the character greetings in Innoventions West will close or move to new locations, including:

- Mickey Mouse will greet Guests in the queue area of the Disney-Pixar Short Film Festival in the Imagination! pavilion
- Minnie Mouse will greet Guests in the World Showcase Gazebo. As a result of Minnie’s move, Daisy will relocate to Future World East.
- Goofy will greet Guests in the Main Entrance near Spaceship Earth.
- Joy will greet Guests in the Imagination! pavilion, near Wreck-it Ralph in the ImageWorks area.
- Sadness and Baymax will not be available to greet guests at this time.

Walt Disney once said Epcot “would always be in a state of becoming” – it is a place that changes with the times. So be patient while things move forward at my favorite park EPCOT!

Stormtrooper in Galaxy’s Edge Owns Guy With a Lightsaber

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Allison Luna

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December 27, 2019

Galaxy’s Edge, in both Walt Disney World and Disneyland, is a Star Wars fan’s playground, a place where imagination can run wild and the average human can wield a lightsaber as powerful as Darth Vader’s. Of course, even the greatest fantasies have their limitations. That’s what one visitor to Batuu learned the hard way when he met Kylo Ren and a couple of stormtroopers.

Thanks to the internet, people around the globe have been blessed with the footage of one unfortunate Star Wars enthusiast, wielding a lightsaber, who manages to get the attention of the dark lord. Kylo Ren sees him and says “A lightsaber? Interesting,” while one of the stormtroopers guarding Kylo gives the man a once-over. This is where all dreams of an epic battle die, as the stormtrooper proclaims “If there’s one Jedi left, it’s not you.” To add insult to injury, the second stormtrooper chimes with an “Affirmative.” The poor would-be-warrior hangs his head and lets the trio pass, but this video will serve as a testament to his attempt forever.

As Star Wars fans around the world grieve and/or celebrate the end of the Skywalker saga, many are flocking to the Black Spire Outpost and continuing to live out the adventure for themselves. Hopefully for most of them, encounters with familiar characters will go a little more smoothly than they did for this visitor. Whatever happens, we hope that the force will be with him.

New Details Revealed for ‘Mighty Ducks’ Series Coming Soon to Disney+

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Kaitlyn

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December 27, 2019

New Details Revealed for ‘Mighty Ducks’ Series Coming Soon to Disney+. Recently, The Illuminerdi shared new details about the planned Mighty Ducks Series coming to Disney+. We now know that the series will begin filming in Vancouver, Canada sometime in February 2020. The new Disney+ Original Series is predicted to be 10-episodes long, with a runtime of 30 mins per episode.

“The new Mighty Ducks Series will follow 13-year old Evan, who after being cut from the Mighty Ducks junior division team, gets an assist from his mother to assemble their own ragtag hockey squad. The show will then follow their recruitment efforts to find unlikely players, a coach, and even a place to play.”

Though not much is known about the protagonist of the Mighty Ducks Series, we do know a bit about two other characters that will be joining Evan.

New Details Revealed for 'Mighty Ducks' Series Coming Soon to Disney+ — Photo Credit: Disney

“Adib Samitar/”Sam” is an 11 to 13 year old African American or Somali boy. Sam has mastered skateboard riding and always does things his way. The thrill-seeker rarely turns down a challenge, even deciding to befriend Evan after a violent collision on his trusty board. He joins the squad after realizing that he will be allowed to be a renegade.”

“Jaden Koobler/”Koob” is an 11 to 13 year old boy, who is said to be heavyset. Koob will never be mistaken for an Olympian, but instead is a hardcore video game player whose skin is pale from long hours of marathon gaming in his downstairs man cave. Though he rarely breaks focus from his monitors, he proves to have an almost superhuman level of dexterity and reflexes that are worthy of a kung-fu master. Koob is wary of joining the squad and will need to be dragged out of his safe space.”

At first glance these descriptions may not seem like much, but what we do know is that each member of this new team will have noticeable “shortcomings” that will ultimately come into play and become their greatest strengths, with the proper coaching of course.

Are you excited for the Mighty Ducks Series? What other Disney+ Original Series have you been enjoying? We would love to hear your thoughts in the comments! B e sure to check back here at Chip and Co.. for all things Disney+

Featured Photo Credit: Disney

Ryan Reynolds Confirms ‘Deadpool 3’ is in Production at Marvel Studios

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Kaitlyn

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December 27, 2019

Ryan Reynolds Confirms ‘Deadpool 3‘ is in Production at Marvel Studios. On Christmas Eve morning, Ryan Reynolds gave all of us an early Christmas present on Live with Kelly and Ryan. The Deadpool Star confirmed that Deadpool 3 is in pre-production at Marvel Studios which also confirms Deadpool’s next appearance will be in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU)!

Ryan was also sporting his famed Christmas present sweater while delivering the news, making his die hard fans giggle. If you didn’t know, Reynolds was tricked by Hugh Jackman and Jake Gyllenhaal into wearing an “ugly Christmas sweater” to a Christmas Party in 2018, but when he arrived everyone else was dressed normally. The three even stood together for a photo that Ryan shared to his Instagram last December. Side Note: Ryan gifted a matching sweater to Hugh Jackman this year for Christmas, hehe.

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You can watch Ryan’s full segment on Live with Kelly and Ryan below:

Are you excited to hear confirmation about ‘Deadpool 3‘? How do you think Deadpool will join the MCU? We would love to hear your thoughts in the comments. Be sure to check back here at Chip and Co. for all things Marvel!

Featured Photo Credit: Marvel Studios/Fox

Colorful New Disney Parks Starbucks Tumbler Has Made Its Debut

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Danielle

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December 27, 2019

Move over specialty seasonal coffee drinks, Starbucks at the Disney Parks now has what we really want. What we really want is the brand new Disney Parks Starbucks Tumbler! The newest tumbler has arrived, and it is fantastic! It’s so colorful, and features icons from all 4 Walt Disney World parks.

The new clear acrylic tumbler features the same mosaic like Disney Park designs as the ceramic tumblers released this fall. Magic Kingdom has Cinderella Castle, Epcot has Spaceship Earth, Animal Kingdom has the Tree of Life, and Hollywood Studios is represented by the Tower of Terror.

A trail zips along between the four designs, connecting all the parks together too. Other small details are also sprinkled around the cup like trees and stars as well. The tumbler retails for $24.99 and comes with a clear reusable straw, in the iconic Starbucks green color.

You can find this bright and colorful new Disney Parks Starbucks Tumbler at the Disney Parks Starbucks locations. In Epcot you will find it located at Mouse Gear!

What do you think of the newest acrylic reusable tumbler from Starbucks at the Disney Parks? Will you also be adding this one to your collection? I know I will be for sure!

Photos: Beaches & Cream is Now Open!

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Jessica Jones

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December 27, 2019

It’s official! Beaches & Cream is back open for reservations! We recently showed you a sneak peek from President of the Walt Disney Co., Josh D’Amaro.

Now we have plenty of photos of the newly renovated Beaches & Cream! The soda shop had a soft opening accepting walk-up guests on Tuesday, December 24, 2019, however, they officially opened for reservations today! Let’s take a full tour of the inside below.

The Menu

Of Course, the menu still sports the Kitchen sink as a delicious option while you are visiting.

The menu also still has the specialty shakes. These even come in the souvenir glass that you can take home with you!

The menu is just so cute with the retro style and colors.

New to the Menu! The French Dip Sandwich featuring thinly-sliced roast beef, swiss, Au Jus topped with crispy-fried onions. Sounds delicious! Also new to the menu, plant-based options!

Decor

The coral and blue colors are absolutely fantastic! When a beach theme comes to mind, those are the two primary colors that we think of.

The seats throughout the restaurant also feature the coral and blue colors.

Can you see the beach balls along the little mini walls? They are simple and cute, fitting in perfectly.

Disney never disappoints in the details. Look at the “hidden” Mickey’s. If you look closely they are beach balls!

There are even details in the light fixtures!

Let’s talk about the pictures on the wall! How cute are they?

We feel like we need some of these for our kitchen to liven it up a bit!

Do you love the new look of the newly renovated Beaches & Cream which is back open for reservations?! You can find the soda shop at Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club resort.

Star Wars: The Last Jedi is Now on Disney+

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Sara

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December 27, 2019

Every film in the Skywalker Saga is now on Disney+! Until recently, if you wanted to watch the main films in the Star Wars franchise, you could watch the first seven on Disney+ but then had to watch The Last Jedi on Netflix. Well, The Last Jedi has finally left Netflix and is now available to stream on Disney+.

Disney previously had a deal with Netflix to stream its new releases, including Marvel and Star Wars films. That deal ended at the beginning of 2019, but everything released by Disney studios through 2018 was given a streaming window on Netflix following its home release. Now that Disney+ has launched, and those previous streaming contracts are starting to expire, those movies are making their way to the service from Netflix. The only Star Wars movie still streaming on Netflix is Solo: A Star Wars Story.

One great benefit of The Last Jedi being available on Disney+ is the ability to watch some of the film’s special features. Disney+ has extras for every Star Wars movie on the service that you couldn’t see on Netflix since Netflix doesn’t own the movies.

There are several deleted scenes from The Last Jedi you can see on Disney+, all with commentary from writer/director Rian Johnson. There is also a feature commentary track from Johnson, along with a “score only” version of the film, which doesn’t feature any sound other than the score from composer John Williams.

Will you be watching The Last Jedi and some of the extra content on Disney+?

Photos: Disney Skyliner Emergency Info Posted in Gondola

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Jessica Jones

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December 26, 2019

The Disney Skyliner is still in its new stages and working out all of the kinks that come along with anything new. With that said the Disney Skyliner Emergency info is now posted inside each of the gondolas.

While the emergency intercom and bags have already been inside of the gondolas, the call line is new.

As you can see from the above picture, the emergency call box has been apart of the Disney Skyliner system. This call box gives you the opportunity to speak directly with someone.

But, now the Disney Skyliner Emergency Info for guest services has been strategically placed above the call box. While we are unsure of why a number was added, perhaps it was just added to ease guests. Either way, it is always good to have a few different options to reach someone on the ground if needed.

As always, heed by all safety standards while on the Disney Skyliner and you will be just fine!

Does the addition of the new emergency info help ease any worries you may have?