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Brunch Is Coming To Wine Bar George in Disney Springs

Wine Bar George Brunch

Wine Bar George Brunch

Another delicious brunch option is coming to Disney Springs!  Starting March 30th, 2019 Wine Bar George will begin serving a “Wine Country Brunch”.  Brunch will be served on Saturdays & Sundays only, from 11am – 3pm.

Brunch Is Coming To Wine Bar George in Disney Springs

Featured menu items include a specialty French Toast which includes brioche bread stuffed with mascarpone and topped with a caramel sauce.  For something more on the savory side, the Burrata is toasted ciabatta topped with bacon & avocado with a creamy serving of burrata cheese on top.

Brunch Is Coming To Wine Bar George in Disney Springs

Pair your meal with a brunch cocktail, like the Aperol Rose Spritz or Sangria (by the carafe) or the specialty Dole Whip Mimosa!

Check out the full mouth-watering menu here!

Wine Bar George opened in May of last year, at The Landing at Disney Springs to rave reviews.  The estate-style wine bar offers more than 130 wine selections from acclaimed wineries, handpicked by Master Sommelier George Miliotes.

Their lunch and dinner menus feature small plates with wine pairings, cheese boards as well as cocktails, beer & cider.

I’m so ready to dig in to this new brunch on my next trip.  Reservations can be made online at opentable.com.

The New Incredible Secret Identity Slush: Identity Revealed!

The New Incredible Secret Identity Slush: Identity Revealed!

The Incredible section in Hollywood Studios is amazing!  As you may recall, back in January we highlighted a few new treats, including the Incredible Secret Identity slush, which arrived at Pixar Place!   Among the new treats are Jack Jack’s Num Num cookies, Mrs. Incredible Pretzel Mask, the Frozone Slush and the Incredible Secret Identity Slush.

We are excited to take a closer look at the Incredible Secret Identity Slush!  Why is it called the secret identity slush?  Don’t you want everyone to know you are a superhero?  When asked about her secret identity Mrs. Incredible responded, “Of Course I have a secret identity!  Can you see me in my suit at the supermarket?  Come On!  Who’d want to go shopping as Elastigirl, know what I mean?”

Thank you, Mrs. Incredible, that is valuable input, however, we are still going to reveal the secret identity of the slush.  Fans, it is your mission to keep the identity top secret!

Guests can purchase this frozen coke slush which is topped with cherry cotton candy and whipped cream.  Not sure what the Incredible fans think, but that sounds like the perfect pairing to us!  To top off this amazing slush there are pop rocks on top to add a little POW, BOOM, BAM!

The New Incredible Secret Identity Slush: Identity Revealed!

Guests can purchase the Secret Identity Slush at the Incredibles Neighborhood Bakery located in Hollywood Studios for $5.49.  Remember Incredibles fans, “Your identity is your most valuable possession.  Protect it.  And if anything goes wrong, use your powers!”  Wise advice from Elastigirl!

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New 30th Anniversary Signage at Hollywood Studios

New 30th Anniversary Signage at Hollywood Studios

Disney’s Hollywood Studios is preparing for its 30th anniversary with new signage around the park!

Hollywood Studios originally opened on May 1st, 1989. The anniversary celebration will include the debut of the Wonderful World of Imagination. This show will take you on a journey through 90 years of Disney animation.

Hollywood Studios has been making large and small scale upgrades for the upcoming openings of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, and Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy.

The bus loops have been changed and the Skyliner is almost up and running. Now, guests in the park and strolling down Hollywood Boulevard can peek at the new 30th anniversary signs too.

Guests will notice art-deco style anniversary signs on the street lights down Hollywood Boulevard. In addition, signs decorated with beloved characters from “Monsters, Inc.”, “Toy Story”, and “The Incredibles” can also be seen with the 30th-anniversary logo.

Keep an eye out for Edna Mode, your pal Goofy, Sully, and Woody on your next visit!

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Sun And Fun Promotional Offer Extended For Select Dates at Walt Disney World Resort

Sun And Fun Promotional Offer Extended For Select Dates at Walt Disney World Resort

Great news! Walt Disney World has extended the “Sun and Fun” promotional offer for select dates this Spring.

If you have been thinking of planning a trip to Walt Disney World this spring, this offer is for you! With the extended “Sun and Fun” offer, guests can save up to 25% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels. The new offer is only valid for stays most nights April 28 through May 27, 2019.

With so many unique and exciting things for them to discover at all 4 theme parks in the new year, NOW—more than ever—is a terrific time to visit. When you add valid theme park admission to this room offer, you’ll be able to play big in Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, soak up a variety of new, limited-time experiences at Magic Kingdom park and celebrate the 25th anniversary of The Lion King at Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park!

Sun And Fun Promotional Offer Extended For Select Dates at Walt Disney World Resort

Sun And Fun Promotional Offer Extended For Select Dates at Walt Disney World Resort

“Sun and Fun” offer- What you need to know:

  • The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited
  • Savings based on the non-discounted price for the same room
  • Length of stay requirements may apply
  • Additional per-adult charges may apply if more than 2 adults per room at Disney Value, Moderate and Deluxe Resorts and Studios at Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts
  • Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion
  • Advance reservations required
  • Offer excludes the following room types: 3-bedroom villas, Cabins at Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge and Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows

Rooms must be booked by May 27, 2019, and availability is limited. To take advantage of this extended promotional offer, fill out the form below for your free, no-obligation quote!

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Elegant New Disney Princess Tea Cups and Saucers Collection

Disney Princess Tea Cups

Elegant New Disney Princess Tea Cups and Saucers Collection

Would you care for a spot of tea? The new Disney Princess Tea Cups and Saucers collection from the English Tea Ladies Company will have you feeling like royalty at your next tea party. The stunning bone-china cups and saucers are hand-made and hand decorated in England.

If you haven’t heard of The English Ladies Company before they design an exquisite range of bone china figurines and giftware. Each beautiful piece is individually designed in the UK by master modelers and prestige painters. The designs are always beautiful and unique in appearance, with high levels of detail in the model and painting.

The stunning new array of Teacups and Saucers will be available next month, and retail for £39.95. They will feature eight Disney Princess designs including Jasmine, Rapunzel, Aurora, Snow White, Ariel, Belle, Tiana, and Cinderella.

Elegant New Disney Princess Tea Cups and Saucers Collection

One of the things I love about the English Tea Ladies sets, is that they use rich colors and intricate designs to capture the essence of each Princess.

Elegant New Disney Princess Tea Cups and Saucers Collection

This is actually the second release of Disney Princess cups and saucers from The English Ladies! You can also still find the original sets on Englishladiesco.com while supplies last.

Will you be hosting a royal tea party with the new Disney Princess Tea Cups and Saucers Collection when they debut next month?

Celebrate Your Ohana With the Stitch Spirit Jersey From shopDisney

Stitch Spirit Jersey

Celebrate Your Ohana With the Stitch Spirit Jersey From shopDisney

Celebrate your Ohana with the tie-dye Ohana Spirit Jersey from shopDisney! Bursting with a rainbow of color, and one of our favorite quotes, this Spirit Jersey is out of this world!

Stitch Tie-Dye Rainbow Spirit Jersey for Adults Official shopDisneyCelebrate Your Ohana With the Stitch Spirit Jersey From shopDisney
Stitch Tie-Dye Rainbow Spirit Jersey for Adults Official shopDisneyCelebrate Your Ohana With the Stitch Spirit Jersey From shopDisneyFollow the rainbow to an island paradise in this long sleeve Spirit Jersey pullover with puffy text and tropical Stitch art, all on multicolor pastel tie-dye fabric. The front of the jersey features a lovable design of Stitch sitting cool with his sunglasses on. The back says “Ohana means Family”, and the Ohana stands out brightly with rainbow stripes! The Ohana inspired jersey retails for $52.95, and comes in adult sizes XS to XXL.

Celebrate Your Ohana With the Stitch Spirit Jersey From shopDisney

Would you celebrate your Ohana with this fun rainbow Disney Spirit Jersey?

Current Disney Discounts and Promotions

Current Disney Discounts and Promotions

Current Disney Discounts and Promotions

It’s Monday, the weekend is over, and you’re not quite ready to start the work week. I don’t blame you! Now is a great time to plan your next vacation. Disney has some great promotions to take advantage of right now. Here’s the current Disney promotions and discounts from Disneyland, Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line, Aulani, and Adventures by Disney.

Walt Disney World

Save up to 20% on Rooms

  • Save up to 20% on rooms at select Disney resorts for most nights January 3rd – April 27th
  • Book through April 27th, 2019.

Save up to 20% on Campsites

  • Save 20% on campsites most Sunday through Thursday nights April 28 through May 23, 2019.
  • Book through May 23rd, 2019

4 -Park Magic Tickets

  • This 4-Park Magic Ticket includes admission to each Walt Disney World theme park (Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom)
  • Ticket prices vary depending on the season and are valid for admission now through September 30th, 2019.

Current Disney Discounts and Promotions

Disney Cruise Line

20% off prevailing rates as quoted by Disney Cruise Line by booking Verandah Category with Restrictions (Category VGT) aboard the Disney Fantasy:

  • 7 – night Western Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral on April 13th, 2019. $2,352 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses of $124 per person not included.
  • 7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral on April 20, 2019. $2,065 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses of $96 per person not included.

20% off prevailing rates as quoted by Disney Cruise Line by booking Verandah Category with Restrictions (Category VGT) aboard the Disney Wonder:

  • 7-Night Mexican Riviera Cruise from San Diego, California on April 21, 2019. $2,093 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses of $126 per person not included.

Valid for new bookings only. Full payment is required at the time of booking for all Guests and is non-refundable. Full legal names of all Guests are required at time of booking and no name changes are allowed. Specific stateroom will be assigned later, based on availability.

Current Disney Discounts and Promotions

 Disneyland Resort

Room Discount

  • Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa – Save up to 20% on Standard rooms and 25% on Premium rooms.
  • Disneyland Hotel – Save up to 20% on Standard rooms and 25% on Premium rooms.
  • Disney’s Paradise Pier – Save up to 10% on Standard and Premium rooms.
  • Book through May 20th, 2019. Travel must be completed by May 24th, 2019. Good for most Sunday through Thursday nights.

Kid Size Vacation Package

  • 2-night/2-day room & ticket package for a family of three.
  • Accommodations at a nearby Good Neighbor Hotel
  • Disneyland Resort 1-Park per day souvenir tickets
  • Exclusive! Walt Disney Travel Company collectible pin, lanyard and souvenir button (provided to all Guests age 3 and over in your party)

Special Ticket Offer

  • For a limited time, you can visit the Disneyland Resort theme parks for as little as $70 per day when you purchase a 3-Day, 1-Park Per Day Ticket.
  • The tickets expire 13 days after the first day of use, or on May 23rd, 2019, whichever occurs first.
  • Blackout dates: April 14th through April 22th, 2019

Current Disney Discounts and Promotions

Adventures by Disney

River Cruises

  • Save $500 per person when you book a select 2020 river cruise adventure through March 30, 2019.
  • Sailings May 14 through October 8, 2020

Short Escapes in 2020

  • Book early and enjoy savings of $150 per person!
  • Book by March 30th, 2019
  • Save on sailings May 12 through December 26, 2020, to the following destinations: Paris, Amsterdam, and Budapest Adventures by Disney.

Current Disney Discounts and Promotions

Aulani

Spring Offer – Stay More, Save More

  • Five (5) or more consecutive nights – Save 30% off Ocean & Partial Ocean, and 25% off Standard, Island Garden & Poolside Views
  • Four (4) consecutive nights – Save 25% off Ocean & Partial Ocean, and 20% off Standard, Island Garden & Poolside Views
  • Valid for stays March 22 through June 7, 2019, with check-out on June 8, 2019.
  • Rooms can be booked through May 8th, 2019

Fall Offer

  • Save 30% on stays of 5 or more consecutive nights
  • Save 25% on stays of 4 consecutive nights
  • Offer is valid for stays August 19 through December 21, 2019.

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Disney Dreamers Academy 2019 Four Day Adventure

Disney Dreamers Academy 2019

Disney Dreamers Academy 2019 Four Day Adventure

Disney Dreamers Academy 2019 kicked off last Thursday at the Magic Kingdom for a four day adventure.  Now in it’s twelfth year, this event hosts one hundred students from around the country.  Dreamers participate in career focused activities that encourage team efforts. Each day brings new adventures and experiences.

Day 1:

Selfies with Mickey Mouse, a Disney Dreamers 2019 parade and a Welcome Ceremony were some of the highlights of the first day.  The one hundred students posed with Mickey in front of Cinderella Castle.  They walked, and rode, the afternoon parade route with Mickey, Minnie, Goofy and Donald.

Day 2:

Career workshops and Image makeovers were some of the highlights of the Disney Dreamers Academy 2019 second day.  Mickey Mouse stopped by to check on student progress during the day.  Dreamers were showcased during the evening for a tie and pearl ceremony.  Some of the teens showcased their image makeovers center stage.

Day 3:

Ruth Carter, award winning costume designer, presented Dreamers with an inspiring talk.  Students showcased their work during Career Open Mouse that evening.  The day closed with a Dessert Party designed specifically for Disney Dreamers Academy 2019.

Day 4:

Commencement Day began with musical performances and a welcome address by George Kalogridis.  Steve Harvey shared some words of wisdom with the Disney Dreamers.  The morning proceeded with an awards ceremony and a presentation of class rings.

Disney Dreamers Academy 2019

The Commencement Ceremony concluded with a performance by the Animal Kingdom Cast of the Lion King show.

See full video here:

 

Disney Dreamers Academy 2019

We were honored by the invitation from TJM Communications to provide media coverage of the Disney Dreamers Academy 2019.  Also, Photographers Gregg Newton and Todd Anderson caught some amazing moments on camera. The Stories, Emotions and Visions of these incredible Dreamers were heart-warming and inspirational.

 

 

 

 

Disneyland is Testing Mobile-Only Ordering for Dole Whips

Disneyland is Testing Mobile Ordering for Dole Whips

If you are a Dole Whip fan waiting in the line to order can seem like the longest wait of the day. The tropical frozen treats are arguably one of the most popular treats at Disneyland, and the line stretching down the path in Adventureland supports this theory. However, starting March 28, Dole Whip lovers will be able to skip the line with a new mobile-only ordering feature. Rather than stand in the congested and seemingly never-ending line at the Tiki Juice bar, those craving the sweet treat will order and pay on the go then pick up at the familiar location.

Guests who prefer to pay with cash, credit or debit cards will still be able to order at Tropical Hideaway. This new location is not so new per se, but is newly reimagined into a quick service dining location. Tropical Hideaway is tucked conveniently between The Enchanted Tiki Room and the Jungle Cruise. Offering a new spin on the traditional Dole Whip, Tropical Hideaway has several flavors of the tasty treats. Options include floats, swirls, and loaded whips. Additionally, diners can choose to adorn their Dole Whip of choice with different toppings.  

The mobile-only ordering option is part of what Disneyland is calling the Project Stardust Initiative. The project is designed to identify and alleviate the crowds that inevitably seem to gather at certain spots in the park. These pinch points make passing difficult and impede the pedestrian flow of travel throughout the park. The initiative takes a look at how to best handle the crowds expected when Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opens May 31.

If you would like to try the new mobile-only ordering option the window to do so is short. The test run is occurring from March 28-3o at Tiki Juice Bar. With any luck, the test will be deemed a success and waiting in a long line for the frosty treat will be a thing of the past.

Source: OC Register

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El Capitan Theater Presents Special Engangement of Disney’s Dumbo

El Capitan Theater Presents Special Engangement of Disney's Dumbo

From March 28- April 21, El Capitan Theatre presents Disney’s live-action Dumbo in a whole new way!

El Capitan Theater Presents Special Engangement of Disney's Dumbo

The El Capitan Theatre is taking guests into Dumbo’s world under the Big Top- with live circus performers before the film, costumes from the movie set, and photo ops. “We are thrilled to welcome our El Capitan Guests under the Big Top with our special engagement of Disney’s DUMBO,” said Ed Collins, General Manager of The El Capitan Theatre. “We have transformed our theatre into the world of Dumbo’s circus, complete with mesmerizing live performances of Circus Arts, and photo ops to create memories of a lifetime. It’s the kind of experience you just can’t get anywhere else other than The El Capitan Theatre.”

El Capitan Theater Presents Special Engangement of Disney's Dumbo

El Capitan Theatre guests can even be among the first to screen Disney’s Dumbo at 7:00 PM on March 28, 2019. (Doors will open at 6:00 PM). Tickets to The Special Opening Night are $30 and include a Reserved Seat, souvenir popcorn container with one refill, 20 oz Bottled Drink, and surprises!

El Capitan Theater Presents Special Engangement of Disney's Dumbo

Disney’s Dumbo will be showing daily at 10:00 AM, 1:10 PM, 4:20 PM, 7:30 PM and select evenings at 10:40 PM (opening night and then Friday and Saturday evenings). Tickets are now on sale at www.elcapitantickets.com, by calling 1-800-DISNEY6 and at The El Capitan Theatre box office.

Showtimes and dates are subject to change. Special group rates for Disney’s DUMBO of $10 for parties of 20 or more are available by calling 1-818-845-3110.

Photo Credit: Courtesy El Capitan Theatre

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Celebrating Easter at the Disney Village!

Celebrating Easter at the Disney Village!

Easter is coming to the Disney Village on the 21st and 22nd April! Filled with egg-cellent activities for the whole family. Children will be the Guests of Honour at the Disney Village labyrinth and invited to join in a traditional egg hunt. Meanwhile, the Disney Village Streets will be bursting with entertainment with circus and ambulatory performers!

Calling all chocolate lovers as the Disney Village streets will be filled with chocolate offerings, allowing guests to enjoy their delicious treats in a friendly atmosphere filled with street entertainment!

Come to the Disney Village from 2:30 pm on the 21st and 22nd of April for free access to this egg-cellent event!