How did the holiday season come so quickly this year? Before you know it, this last couple of months will fly by and 2020 will be here. What better way to celebrate than to be at the happiest place on earth! Thankfully, Walt Disney World has you covered and is giving you plenty of options at their resorts. All of your favorite Disney pals will be there! However you want to spend your New Year’s Eve, you may as well ring in the New Year in Disney Resort style.
There will be three different rooftop celebrations this year, all including DJ’s, delicious food, and of course, an amazing view of Disney’s New Year’s Eve firework display. These will be at the Gran Destino Tower at Disney’s Coronado Springs, Disney’s Riviera Resort, and Disney’s Contemporary Resort.
If you’re not interested in the rooftop setting and prefer something else, have no fear! There will be many other celebration areas, from the Fantasia Ballro0m at the Contemporary to the Grand Floridian, there is something for everyone. As similar to other locations, there will be a Champagne Toast and firework viewing at many places, each with their own magnificent theme. This includes the Ink and Paint Club and Pixar Party, both at the Contemporary, Atlantic Dance Hall at Disney’s Boardwalk, as well as the Flying Fish.
All of these events are booking very quickly, though, so make your reservations as soon as possible to ensure that you can ring in the New Year at a Disney Resort!
Disney+ Is Finally Here! Check Out Our Disney+ Beginners Tutorial and Resourceful Information. Exciting day Disney Fans! Disney+ is finally here and we are so excited to share some details about the service. You may be experiencing issues with logging in and streaming. Today there will be a very high volume of traffic on Disney+ that will cause delays, so please be patient and understanding with the Disney+ team, customer service departments, and with anyone who may be assisting you. They are people too and are doing their best while Disney+ launches today. Thank-you!
We logged on early to check out all the features so you can know the in’s and out’s of Disney+ before you even log in. We hope you find this article information and insightful. Please note: This information was gathered using Amazon Fire TV, user information may vary device to device.
Now, Let’s get started!
First Time log-in procedure:
Download the Disney+ app on your compatible device(s)
Either purchase a monthly or annual subscription to Disney+ or sign up for a week long trial using a credit card (Don’t worry, Your card will not be charged until the end of the first week you use the service without cancelling)
If you already have a subscription, be sure to click “Sign-In” and enter the email you used to register for the subscription. Have your phone, tablet, or computer ready, because Disney+ will email you a one time verification code to enter on the next screen
Enter your 6-digit verification code when prompted
Disney+ will have you enter a new password to use for future log in’s on chosen devices
Ta-Da! You now have access to Disney+! Woo hoo!
Next, you will be moved to the home screen showcasing popular and new titles at the top followed by category boxes labeled: Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic.
If you click on Disney it brings you to a new screen with a featured title at the top followed by these categories:
Originals
Live-Action Movies
Animated Movies
Disney Channel Series
Out of the Vault
’90s Throwbacks
Disney Channel Original Movies
Mickey Mouse Through the Years
Princesses and Fairy Tales
Disney Junior Series
If you click on Pixar it brings you to a new screen with a featured title at the top followed by these categories:
Movies
Originals
Toy Story
Cars
Unlikely Heroes
Shorts
Pixar Through the Years
If you click on Marvel it brings you to a new screen with a featured title at the top followed by these categories:
Movies
Series and Specials
Mini-Adventures
Spider-Verse
Marvel Through the Years
If you click on Star Wars it brings you to a new screen with a featured title at the top followed by these categories:
Movies
Series
Shorts
Specials
The Darth Vader Collection
Star Wars Through the Years
If you click on National Geographic it brings you to a new screen with a featured title at the top followed by these categories:
Series
Movies
Vets and Pets
Science and Innovation
Exploring Our World
Photo Credit: Disney/Disney+
On the Home Page of Disney+ under the categories you will find sub categories with combinations of films and series from each studio, they are listed as:
Originals
Recommended For You
Hit Movies
Trending
Out of the Vault
Inspired by True Stories
Ultra HD and HDR
Disney Channel Favorites
Musicals
Throwbacks
Beasts and Monsters
Nostalgic Movies
Disney Junior Series
Feel-Good Sports Movies
Mickey Mouse Through the Years
Documentaries
Shorts
Best Friends
Fun Mysteries
Action and Adventure
Animals and Nature
To the left of your screen should be a task bar featuring:
Profile
Search
Home
Watchlist
Originals
Movies
Series
Settings
To add your profile, simply click on the profile icon and click “Add Profile”. Choose an icon featured various characters from the films and shows on Disney+ including:
Featured (currently): Darth Vader, Moana, The Mandalorian, Neytiri, Buzz Lightyear, Elsa, Groot, Ariel, Iron Man, Jack-Jack, BB-8, Black Panther, Ahsoka Tano, Spider-Man, Sulley, Dory, Simba, Ursula, Jack Skellington
Disney Classics: Peter Pan, Lady, Pinocchio , Snow White, Evil Queen, Cinderella, Prince Charming, Fairy Godmother, Belle, Beast, Gaston, Ariel, Prince Eric, Ursula, Jasmine, Genie, Aladdin, Jafar, Aurora, Maleficent, Flora, Fauna, Maryweather, Alice, Cheshire Cat, Queen of Hearts, Cruella De Vil, Bambi, Thumper, Flower, Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, Eeyore, Tinker Bell, Wendy, Captain Hook, Jiminy Cricket, Dumbo, Baloo, Mowgli, Todd, Copper, Bernard, Robin Hood
Disney Princess: Ariel, Moana, Belle, Rapunzel, Jasmine, Tiana, Mulan, Pocahontas, Cinderella, Aurora, Snow White, Merida, Elena of Avalor
Villains:Maleficent, Ursula, Scar, Darth Vader, Thanos, Gaston, Jafar, Cruella De Vil, Evil Queen, Queen of Hearts, Hades, Randall, Mother Gothel, Dr Facilier, Ezma, Uma
Disney Channel: Mal, Evie, Jay, Carlos, Uma, Kim Possible, Elena of Avalor, Hannah Montana, Huey, Dewey, Louie, Webby, Dipper Pines, Mabel Pines, Gabriella, Troy, Sharpay, Nick Jonas, Perry the Platypus, Phineas, Ferb, Candace, Lizzie McGuire, Ally, Peyton
When you go to the search tab, a new screen shows a search bar at the top with the alphabet, backspace, space, and numbers. If you wish to search collections below the search bar they are listed as follows:
Disney Through the Decades
Disney Channel Original Movie
Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga
Princesses
Spider-Man
Disneynature
Mickey Mouse & Friends
Exploring the World
Darth Vader Collection
Disney Channel
The Muppets
Marvel Animation
Toy Story
Cars
Animals and Nature
Home will bring you back to the home screen.
Watchlist will bring you to a list of titles you have added to the list for easy viewing with minimal searching.
Originals showcases the various Disney+ Originals that can be found on the site.
Movies breaks all movies down into these categories:
Featured
All Movies: A-Z
Action/Adventure
Animation
Comedy
Documentary
Drama
Shorts
Ultra HD and HDR
Series breaks the shows down to these categories:
Featured
All Series: A-Z
Action/Adventure
Animation
Comedy
Docuseries
Kids
In settings you will find:
Account
Help
Legal
Log Out
As well as the latest version currently in use. If you click on “Account” your email and protected password will pop up and there is an option to change either, granted you remember your password. The “Help” Feature prompt you to visit: help.disneyplus.com for FAQ’s and contact information. Legal and Log Out are fairly self explanatory.
Some other features of Disney+ include a “Kids Mode” where content that may be rated PG-13 is removed from access, keeping your little ones from putting on movies or shows they are not old enough to watch without consent from you, their parent(s) or guardians.
I wish I had more for you, but that seems to be the gist of it! Be sure to check back here at Chip and Co. for any updates and all things Disney+. Happy streaming!
Universal has an early present for you and is delicious!
From November 16 through January 5, you will be able to enjoy some festive delicacies with your friends and family during your holiday vacation! Take a look:
Hot Butterbeer: Taste the magic of Harry Potter with this toasty version of the popular Butterbeer at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter!
Grinchmas: Head over to Seuss Landing to enjoy a delicious Grinch chocolate cupcake, you will also find some green cookies and a super cool Grinch mug.
Voodoo Doughnuts: Look for a yummy doughnut set featuring Santa at Universal CityWalk, the set includes two donuts dipped in vanilla icing, one filled with Bavarian and white chocolate topped with coconut and one filled with peppermint chocolate cream. Sounds delicious!
A Traditional Holidays Meal: Enjoy a mixed green salad, herb roasted turkey, cornbread stuffing, roasted potatoes, sautée and steamed vegetables and a flaky crusted apple pie at Classic Monsters Café in Universal Studios or at Thunder Fall Terrace in Islands of Adventure.
Festive Holiday Pastries: You can choose from an Apple Strudel on a stick, Christmas Tree eclairs or Holiday Wreaths at San Francisco Bakery and TODAY Café in Universal Studios or at Croissant Moon Bakery at Islands of Adventure.
Non-alcoholic beverages: Get a Frozen Eggnog or a Frozen Candy Cane beverage at the Production Central Veranda or at Gramercy Pizza in Universal Studios.
Seasonal Cocktails
The holidays can’t be complete without some delicious drinks right? Enjoy an Apple Pie on the Rocks, Apple Cider Irish Mule or a Cranberry Margarita at Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure!
If going to the parks is not your thing, you can still enjoy some specialty cocktails at Universal CityWalk like this Mistletoe Cocktail at Raising Star, a Gingerbread Mon at Bob Marley’s, a Snow Globe at Pat O’Brien’s and more throughout the entertainment complex!
An Extra for the Dessert Lover
Because there is always space for dessert you can now enjoy an all new “Sweets & Sounds Dessert Party” starting November 16 through December 15 on select nights.
For $49.99 plus tax for adults and $29.99 plus tax for kids you will get access to an exclusive viewing area for Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s and the Mannheim Steamroller concert performance as well as seasonal desserts, savory bites, sparkling wine and non-alcoholic beverages!
An Extra for the Classics Devotee
If you are visiting Universal Orlando Resort from December 22 to December 30 then you can enjoy the “Festive Flavors Holiday Buffet” filled with Holidays cuisine, specialty desserts, sparkling wine and sweet and savory holiday treats plus you also get access to exclusive viewing areas for both Universal’s Holiday Parade and Universal Orlando’s Cinematic Celebration!
The tickets are $64.99 plus tax for adults and $44.99 plus tax for kids.
Other offerings
Universal Orlando Resort Hotels will also offer special holiday and seasonal dishes for its guests including special buffets during Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Eve.
Florida Resident Offerings:
Buy one day and get a 2nd day free online only. Offer valid until January 31, 2020
Upgrade your ticket to include a third day to Universal’s Volcano Bay for only $25 per person
Purchase a Holiday Stay and Play Package starting at $95 per person per night for a stay at the Universal’s Endless Summer Resort and save $75 when travel from November 16 through December 20. This package includes admission to the three theme parks and early admission one hour before the park open as well as complimentary resort wide transportation
Ready to enjoy the holidays at Universal Orlando Resort? Start planing your vacation now!
There’s a new Double Chocolate Peppermint Ice cream Sandwich in the Animal Kingdom!
This treat is a perfect, holiday-themed snack for those who want to eat something festive while still staying cool in the Florida heat.
The treat consists of two double chocolate chip cookies. The cookies are dipped in a swirl of peppermint-flavored white chocolate before acting as the “bread” in the ice cream sandwich. The sandwich is filled with vanilla (or chocolate!) icing and rolled in crushed candy canes. Yum!
The Double Chocolate Peppermint Ice Cream Sandwich can be found at Dino-Bites in DinoLand, U.S.A. It costs $6.99 or a snack credit.
It’s official! Universal’s newest resort, Universal’s Endless Summer Resort-Dockside Inn and Suites, is gearing up to welcome new guests opening March 17, 2020, in Orlando, Florida!
The eight resort in partnership with Loews Hotels & Co. is an extra-affordable value resort which will be joining its sister property, Surfside Inn and Suites which opened June 2019. The new Dockside Inn and Suites will add an additional 2,050 guest rooms featuring both standard rooms and the spacious 2-bedroom Suites.
With rates starting at $85 per night, guests can escape in a carefree atmosphere that perfectly blends the cool, calm feeling of a beach retreat! Universal’s Endless Summer Resort-Dockside Inn and Suites combines the quality guests expect with an affordable price range. In addition, hotel guests receive exclusive benefits which include early park admission, complimentary transportation to and from the theme parks, and more!
Staying at a Universal’s Endless Summer Resort hotel puts guests right in the action of three award-winning theme parks, including Universal’s Islands of Adventure named TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice for #1 Amusement Park in the World for the fifth year in a row. With the value and convenience added by staying at Dockside Inn and Suites, guests can enjoy more time experiencing some of the most exciting and immersive theme park experiences, including The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, Jurassic Park River Adventure, TRANSFORMERS: The Ride-3D. Plus, making its debut at Universal Studios Florida in spring 2020 is the new The Bourne Stuntacular.
Will we be seeing you at Universal’s newest resort Dockside Inn and Suites next spring?
Disney+ Original Series ‘Moon Knight’ Get Lead Writer. The new series, Marvel’s Moon Knight, is scheduled to release as a Disney+ Original Series. The project has managed to snag a fantastic lead writer for the series, Jeremy Slater.
The news was first shared by The Hollywood Reporter, as well as the news that Marvel’s She-Hulk has also been assigned a writer. Jeremy Slater is best known for his work with Netflix’s The Umbrella Academy, a popular series on the Disney+ competitor service.
Disney+ is set to launch in the United States, Canada, and the Netherlands on November 12, 2019, followed by a launch in Australia and New Zealand on November 19, 2019. A direct-to-consumer, ad-free experience featuring original feature films, documentaries, scripted and unscripted series, and short-form content, along with unprecedented access to Disney’s incredible library of films and television series, Disney+ will also be the exclusive streaming home for movies released by The Walt Disney Studios in 2019.
Which Marvel titles are you excited to stream? Have you ordered a Disney+ subscription? We would love to hear your thoughts in the comments.
Be sure to check back here at Chip and Company for all things Disney+ and Marvel!
Dashing through the Jungle on a Jingle Cruise today! The Jingle Cruise is back at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom! Walt Disney World has made quite the transformation for the holiday season and they are all decked out down to the Jungle Cruise turned Jingle Cruise!
The Jungle Cruise is already one of our favorite attractions while visiting the Magic Kingdom, but during the holidays it becomes more of a must-do once it gets its holiday makeover!
Now if you have ever been on this ride you know that you float down the river that goes on for niles and niles and niles and if you don’t believe the Skipper you must be in……? Well, Africa of course! Anyways, as you float down the river you will notice the new fun festive overlay the ride has taken on. Let’s send you on a picture overload and for even more fun check out the awesome video at the end!
The Jungle Cruise is full of witty puns so why would the Jingle Cruise be any different?!! Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy Gnu Year!
Even the GIANT Tarantula is getting into the spirit by sporting his own little Santa hat! I’m not a spider-fan, but this almost makes him cute with his little cap….almost!
Look! The rhinos are on the good list! Look at all of those presents they are receiving this year!
Oh my! Is that Santa! He looks extra hairy with a spotty dye job this year!
Get a head start with Trader Sam-ta! His Black Friday special this year are festive shrunken heads! I will be getting a few as stocking stuffers, will you?
That was just a small glimpse into the Jingle Cruise, be sure to watch the video below to see what you are missing!
Disney TSUM TSUM FESTIVAL has landed on the Nintendo Switch, and we were invited to check it out. This exciting new game enables fans from all over the world to collect and play with some of their favorite Disney and Pixar characters. As adorable TSUM TSUMS of course. This is the the first time ever fans have been able to play TSUM TSUM on console.
Fun for the whole family!
One of the things we found most exciting about this game, was the ability to have four players! When you have more than 2 people in your family, it’s nice to find a game everyone can play together. In this game you can earn coins, rack up points and collect Tsum Tsums!
You can play a variety of activities with your Tsum Tsum which will let you rack up points to build up your collection. You can even check out activities like Air Hockey, Curling and Coin Dozer with your friends and see who is the best at each activity. The game also features the same delightful artwork as the original Tsum Tsum mobile game we all fell in love with years ago. Plus you can even connect online to play with other friends from around the world.
As you earn points, you’ll earn more coins! Coins are what allow you to purchase more Tsum Tsums. You can add these Tsums to your adorably cute collection to use in the puzzle game.
As a long time fan of Tsum Tsums, I was overjoyed to share this game with my family. We played the original game on launch day, and also have quite the collection of Tsum Tsum plush too! This was like reliving the moments when we first discovered Tsum Tsums.
TSUM TSUM FESTIVAL comes on the Nintendo Switch, and retails for $49.95, and is available at a variety of retailers. Will you be playing this whimsical and fun new game with your family?
New Countdown Shares Disney+ Launch Time. Previously, we reported that Marvel.com is currently featuring a countdown to Disney+ right down to the second. Initially, the countdown was set to end at 9:00:00 A.M. on November 12th, but Disney has now shared the real start time on disneyplus.com.
The new countdown shows the launch time for Disney’s new streaming service, Disney+, is set to launch in the United States, Canada, and The Netherlands on November 12, 2019 at 6:00:00 A.M. EST. Three hours earlier from the initial countdown featured on Marvel.com.
Disney+ will be available for download and streaming starting at 6 A.M. EST on all available devices on November 12th.
Woo hoo! Just be sure you are not late to work tomorrow trying to squeeze in an episode or two, or maybe a movie, before heading out the door! I don’t think “Disney+ launched this morning.” will go over well with the boss. Hehehe.
If you have not pre-ordered your subscription, don’t worry! There is plenty of time to get yours before November 12th. You can visit DisneyPlus.com to order your subscription to Disney+. For more information on Disney+, such as pricing, availability, streamable devices, and more, be sure to check out some of our informative articles listed below by clicking on the titles:
*For even more information be sure to check our search bar for more articles about Disney+ or visit DisneyPlus.com
Disney+ is set to launch in the United States, Canada, and the Netherlands on November 12, 2019, followed by a launch in Australia and New Zealand on November 19, 2019. A direct-to-consumer, ad-free experience featuring original feature films, documentaries, scripted and unscripted series, and short-form content, along with unprecedented access to Disney’s incredible library of films and television series, Disney+ will also be the exclusive streaming home for movies released by The Walt Disney Studios in 2019.
Which titles are you excited to stream? Have you ordered a Disney+ subscription? What parts of Disney+ would you like to learn more about? We would love to hear your thoughts in the comments.
Be sure to check back here at Chip and Company for all things Disney+!
The holidays are in full swing at the Walt Disney World Resort and so are the festive treats! Even Disney’s Animal Kingdom has some festive snacks and this Jumbo Mickey Shaped Sugar Cookie was delicious.
This jumbo cookie has a new holiday twist with some green frosting and red and white sprinkles. It was a perfect snack for sharing (or not, no judgment here). The sugar cookie was nice and soft and super yummy. I was not disappointed at all.
The price for this Jumbo Mickey Sugar Cookie was great too! It was $5.49 plus tax. For being a snack at Disney I feel this was a great price. Especially considering the size of it. You can also use a Disney Dining Plan snack credit on this particular treat. It’s located inside the bakery in Africa. The bakery is near the safari exit and Planet Watch.
This cookie was definitely a winner as far as snacks go. I’m really excited that Animal Kingdom has some festive snacks and decor this holiday season. Make sure to stay tuned for even more holiday happenings at Animal Kingdom and the rest of the Walt Disney World Resort.
Nothing says fall like the Swan & Dolphin Food & Wine Classic. This is one of my favorite events to experience at Walt Disney World. I have been coming to the “Classic” for years. Each and every year they never disappoint.
Who doesn’t love all you can food and drink you can handle from some of the best dining establishments on Disney Property.
This year we started the event with a wonderful seminar with Kristian called “It’s better to wine in Italian.”
Learning all about the deep history of the wines in Italy speaks to my soul since I am Italian.
Kristian is such an amazing presenter and I will never eat Nutella the same way again! Spoilers…
After the wine seminar, you get to head out to the causeway and the fun begins. Digging the live music…
The cast members serving the Food & Wine are so friendly and knowledgeable.
I love how the chefs prepare the food right in front of you so you know it is fresh and yummy.
The foods are made by the chefs at your favorite Swan & Dolphin restaurants. I loved the sushi at Kimonos.
To enhance the Food & Wine you are greeted with a stunning backdrop.
They have live music, movies, entertainers, and so much more… This year the new Hang Ten area was one of my favorite spots to hang out.
I especially liked the Bruce Lee movies in the Chinatown area along with…
The crispy duck!
Ok I know I have hyped up this event enough let’s show you the stars of the Swan & Dolphin Food & Wine Classic… THE FOOD!
and this only a sampling of foods and wines available… There was no way I could eat and drink everything they offered. Good job if you did!
If you love Food, Wine, and Beer, this is one event you don’t want to miss out on.
Special thank you to the guys at the Swan & Dolphin for hosting us for this superb event. This is one event we love visiting year after year. The food is always fantastic, the wine & beer from around the globe is so wonderful, and the electricity in the atmosphere makes this a not miss event for us!
I am so glad this wine glass was acrylic as I might have dropped it a few times 😉
So if you have never visited the Swan & Dolphin Food & Wine classic make sure you get those tickets next year when they come available. You will be glad you did!
One of Disneyland’s Opening day attractions is about to undergo renovations! Disneyland’s Snow White’s Scary Adventures is one of several Fantasyland attractions from Disneyland’s 1955 opening day. Other opening attractions include Peter Pan’s Flight, Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride, Mad Tea Party, and King Arthur Carousel, which have all undergone renovations as well.
Disneyland officials confirmed the Snow White’s Scary Adventures attraction is the next original attraction scheduled attraction set for refurbishment in 2020. Disneyland has announced they have filed for a building permit with the city of Anaheim for a $445,000 refurbishment.
While there is no word on when the renovations will officially start or how long they will take place, Disneyland has extensive plans set in place for the refurbishment. The permit highlights the scope of the proposed work as “Tenant Improvement: 6,212 sq ft to remove and replace show prop sets and scenes, install new structural beams, rockwork and new projector platforms”.
Disneyland will remove and replace show sets, props, and scenes, install new structural beams, refurbish rock work and make electrical upgrades on the 6,200-square-foot Snow White dark ride.
In addition, the permit also calls for new projector platforms that suggest that the attraction could see some potentially upgraded special effects in select show scenes.
According to Disney.com, Snow White’s Scary Adventures is true to its name, focusing on the perils of Snow White’s fairytale journey. The ride includes some dark, spooky scenes that may be frightening for young children—including dungeons, skeletons, haunted trees, unexpected transformations and a menacing evil Queen.
It will be interesting to see what the refurbishments will entail when they are all said and done. What do you think of the proposed refurbishments? Tell us in the comments!
comes on the Nintendo Switch, and retails for $49.95, and is available at a variety of retailers. Will you be playing this whimsical and fun new game with your family?
