8 Years ago Harry Potter fans got their hands on their first swig of Butter Beer at Universal Orlando. This week they celebrated selling the 20 millionth Butterbeer! Let that sink it. 20…….MILLION of these tasty delights! If you have visited the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando chances are that you have tasted this novelty. How much fun is it getting that frothy butterbeer mustache? It’s all about the taste and getting that mustache. Am I right? Butterbeer became so popular that fans everywhere demanded it to be available in different varieties. So guess what? You can find Butterbeer in the original cold drink, frozen, hot, in soft served ice cream and even a fudge.
Don’t worry, even muggles like yourself are welcome to embrace all varieties. How do you like your butterbeer? Original? Frozen? Personally, I prefer it as a hot beverage. Don’t you agree that the creamy soda flavor makes a perfect coffee? Show me your best butterbeer mustaches. Let’s trend it. #butterbeermustache
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Just when the comic book fans of America were about to settle into a new season of Daredevil, some related news broke. Surprising, unpleasant news. Netflix confirmed that Luke Cagewill not return for a third season.
A week ago a statement was released regarding Iron Fist, saying it would not return for a third season on Netflix. But this Luke Cage news feels different. Though both were released on Friday evenings, the Iron Fist release seems well planned. It says explicitly that it won’t return on Netflix, giving some hope that it would be coming over to the new Disney streaming service. They praised the cast and crew and thanked the fans. Though a show ending is disappointing, this seemed like a gentle, though not altogether surprising announcement.
Friday night, however, it seems the Luke Cage news just hit the fan. Deadline exclusively reported that, despite the work already put in and both lead actor Mike Colter and showrunner Cheo Hodari Coker still being under contract, the show would not continue. The season appears to have just disintegrated. In a joint statement, Marvel and Netflix said, “Unfortunately, Marvel’s Luke Cage will not return for a third season. Everyone at Marvel Television and Netflix is grateful to the dedicated showrunner, writers, cast, and crew who brought Harlem’s Hero to life for the past two seasons, and to all the fans who have supported the series.”
Coker tweeted his farewells early Saturday morning. He said, “A lot (of) memories. A lot of individual thank you calls to make. Just want to say thank you to Marvel, Netflix, the best Writer’s room, cast, crew, the Midnight Hour, all those who graced the stage at Harlem’s Paradise, and the most incredible fan base in the world. Forward always…”
A lot memories. A lot of individual thank you calls to make. Just want to say thank you to Marvel, Netflix, the best Writer’s room, cast, crew, the Midnight Hour, all those who graced the stage at Harlem’s Paradise and the most incredible fan base in the world. Forward always…
So where does that leave us with the Marvel series? The Defenders never had a season two order, and we’re left to assume there won’t be one. The Punisher has already finished filming and is in post-production, so we should get another wild ride with Frank Castle. Jessica Jones is currently filming; my favorite anti-hero appears to be safe for now. That leaves Daredevil as the wild card. Season three was just released on Friday, so if there is a season four, we’re a long way from it.
With roughly half of The Defenders series still standing, only time will tell how long we have to enjoy them.
Back for a fourth season on The ABC Television Network, “The Great American Baking Show: Holiday Edition,” based on the hit U.K. series “The Great British Bake Off,” returns THURSDAY, DEC. 6 (9:00 – 11:00 p.m. EST). Showcasing bakers from around the country each week, the series put their best recipes forward as they compete in holiday-themed challenges and eliminations, all hoping to be named America’s Best Amateur Baker.
Joining as the host this season, Spice Girl and television personality Emma Bunton, alongside returning host Anthony “Spice” Adams, will present bakers with weekly challenges as they turn up the heat in the kitchen creating sweet and savory holiday fare.
Joining the judges’ panel this season is three-time James Beard Award-winning pastry chef Sherry Yard. Each week, Yard and baker and best-selling cookbook author Paul Hollywood (“The Great British Bake Off”) will taste decadent and delicious treats while sharing advice and commentary in regards to the bakers’ techniques and skills.
The holidays are about to get a whole lot brighter with ABC’s immensely popular decorating competition series, “The Great Christmas Light Fight,” premiering MONDAY, NOV. 26 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EST). Produced by Fremantle, the hit holiday series is back for a sixth season with returning celebrity judges: lifestyle expert Carter Oosterhouse and interior designer Taniya Nayak. ABC also announced the pickup of Season 7 to air in 2019. View a sneak peek of Season 6 here.
Season 6 of “The Great Christmas Light Fight” showcases the wildest and most spectacular Christmas displays in America. In each one-hour episode, four families from all around the country decorate their homes to the extreme in the hopes of winning the coveted Light Fight trophy and a $50,000 prize, with a total of $300,000 given away for the season. This season, as the temperature cools down, the competition heats up when families invite us from out of the snow inside their homes to witness their fantastic Christmas décor for the very first time. In addition to all of the stunning inside/outside displays, the first ever “Heavyweights” episode will showcase light shows that have grown too large for any home.
Carter Oosterhouse is one of America’s most recognized lifestyle experts. He recently helped kick off the “Trading Spaces” reboot earlier this year and has already begun filming Season 2. Oosterhouse provides green-building solutions and design alternatives that conserve energy and reduce environmental waste to each renovation project. He has become a go-to expert for many national outlets including “Rachael Ray,” Men’s Health, “The Today Show,” “The CBS Early Show,” “The Oprah Winfrey Show,” “The View,” “Entertainment Tonight,” “Extra,” USA Today and The Los Angeles Times.
The holidays are almost here, and there are some many new shows comign soon. Stay tuned for more updates!
Keira Knightly has recently stated that her daughter isn’t allowed to watch two of Disney’s most iconic animated films: “Cinderella” and “The Little Mermaid”.
In a recent interview with Ellen Degeneres the star, who has had several prominent parts in Disney movies herself, said that she has a problem with the message sent to young girls in these two films.
Her reasoning behind this decision? About Cinderella, she told Ellen, “[Cinderellla] waits around for a rich guy to rescue her. Don’t! Rescue yourself. Obviously!”
With regards to “The Little Mermaid”, she takes issue with the fact that Ariel gives up her voice to be with a man. The decision seems to be firmly rooted in maternal concern rather than any personal dislike for the film. She stated “And this is the one that I’m quite annoyed about because I really like the film. I love The Little Mermaid! That one’s a little tricky – but I’m keeping to it.”
Not all Disney movies are banned from her home. She told Ellen that she adores Dory, (which garnered laughs from the audience as you might expect) and that “Frozen is huge, Moana is totally fine.”
Keira Knightly is best known, in Disney circles, as Elizabeth Turner from The Pirates of the Caribbean franchise.
Notably, she is currently promoting a new Disney film, “The Nutcracker and the Four Realms” in which she plays the Sugar Plum Fairy.
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Keira Knightly isn’t the only one taking this stand either. Kristen Bell, who plays the voice of Anna In “Frozen”, has come out saying that she is uncomfortable with t ideas expressed in “Snow White”. She hasn’t banned it in her home but did say that she has a talk with her kids after they watch the movie asking questions like “Don’t you think that it’s weird that the prince kisses Snow White without her permission? Because you can not kiss someone if they’re sleeping!”
Disney’s Aulani Resort and Spa in Ko Olina Hawaii has so much to tell you. Stories are woven into the plants, carved into the rocks, and the very fabrics that surround you.
For instance the small shrubs with blueberries in Waikolohe Valley. This small plant can be used to dye kapa. The people of old Hawaii used for this to make clothing and even bedding. You can even take classes in the community hall with a kapa practitioner from Wai Anae. Everything, including the activities, really incorporate Hawaiian culture. The outdoor yoga by the lagoon reflects the Hawaiian ideal of harmony with nature. The round glass balls on the garden area’s lights represent the kukui nuts that early Polynesians used to burn in torches.
In Hawaii, Auntie and Uncle are titles given not to family, but to respected and revered members of the community. In the evening, by the poolside firepit, you will find Uncle, a master storyteller You will learn so much about the history of the islands while being entertained and enchanted by his animated storytelling.
Aulani also has one of the world’s largest collections of contemporary Hawaiian art. There is a painted mural around the entry that depicts Hawaii’s history ranging from the early Polynesians to modern times.
Hawaiian dancers teach guests traditional Hawaiian dances with a story woven throughout during Aulani’s Starlit Hui. Watch as your children’s eyes widen in wonder as you take them on a Menehune Trail Adventure around the resort. Here technology meets tradition as little ones learn while exploring and having fun.
Aulani is not just a vacation destination. Its an experience you will never forget. Click blow if you would like to learn more about the secrets of Aulani and get started planning your next trip right away.
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Redesigned Souvenir Bags Arrive at World Of Disney
Just in time for all of your holiday shopping, toting your treasured souvenirs home and dozens of other uses, these bags are just the ticket.
As I mentioned in the piece on the reimagined World Of Disney stores, these handy sacks are more durable than previous versions. They are made from 80% recycled materials and are more environmentally friendly. This change is right in line with the broader goal of making a significant reduction in single-use plastics by mid-2019. Way to go Disney!
The recycled tote is a perfect way to bring home all these goodies!
I am very happy to have a sturdier option for all my purchases. At just $1, I can take additional bags home to use for gift giving. No more paper gift bags for me. Awesome for the recipient, they get a gift and a long-lasting carryall too! Currently, these bags are available at World of Disney Stores (Disney Springs and Downtown Disney only) They will be available throughout the parks later. No specific date available at writing.
How cute are the images of Mickey and pals? Love!
Do you love the new tote? Or do you prefer a cinch style backpack? Let us know at Chip and Co. We love to hear from you
Guests visiting Disney’s Aulani Resort and Spa can now get a taste of Fall. This frozen confectionery is being labeled by some guests a Pumpkin Dole Whip. Instagrammer @pbandjellyjen mentioned she did not see this item listed on the menu board at the time so be sure to ask about it inside Ulu Cafe.
If you really have a sweet tooth you can even ask for a candy corn topping. Its the perfect way to beat the heat while being in the spirit of the season.
Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa is a beach side resort and vacation destination in Ko Olina, Hawaii. Offering complimentary children’s activities and programs as well as family island excursions, Aulani is truly a place to family’s to relax, adventure, and bond, while creating memories that last a lifetime. At Aulani nothing is more important than Ohana.
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As part of the new Mickey Mouse Club line at the World of Disney Stores, Disney has released a stunning limited edition ornament. The beautiful Mickey Mouse Club Gold Ornament is dazzling, and has a limited run of just 1,000 per each coast.
The gilded ornament is inspired by the classic Mickey Mouse Club ear hats, complete with a smiling Mickey on the front. It comes packaged in a fabulous commemorative box, that will keep this precious bauble safe while stored, or can be used as a display.
The back reads “1955”, which is the year Mickey Mouse Club made it’s original debut, and became an instant hit. The limited edition ornament can be found at the World of Disney shops, and retails for $34.99, it is limited to just 1,000 at the Disney Springs location, and 1,000 at the Downtown Disney location.
Would you trim your tree with this sensational Mickey Mouse Club Gold Ornament, or display it year round?
Is your little one batty about Vampirina ? Starting this November you will be able to meet Vampirina herself, also known as Vee, in a replica of her own room at Hollywood Studios. The meet and greet is set to take place in Animation Courtyard.
Vampirina is the star of the hit Disney Junior series, “Vampirina,” which blends spooky fun and heartwarming stories. Follow Vee as she learns to adjust to life after moving from Transylvania to Pennsylvania while she makes friends and attends a new school in the human world. Vee learns that it may be easier to try top fit in with everyone else, but it’s more important being true to yourself and being a unique individual.
You can also currently meet Vampirina at Hollywood Studios breakfast fun at Disney Junior Play ‘n Dine at Hollywood & Vine. There you can meet all your Junior friends including Sofia the First, Doc McStuffins and Roadster Racer Goofy while enjoying a delicious breakfast with lots of kid friendly options.
Does this sound like something your little one would love to do? Click below to request some information about planning your next Disney vacation!
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Disney Parks After Dark photography takes us to Haunted Mansion Holiday at Disneyland park. Visiting the Haunted Mansion at Dark is the best time to visit.
This year marks the 25th anniversary of “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas,” and the 18th time that Jack Skellington has visited the 999 Happy Haunts who dwell in the Haunted Mansion, transforming this attraction into Haunted Mansion Holiday. Each year, Jack dresses up as “Sandy Claws” as he and his ghost dog Zero bring ghoulish delights from Halloween Town to visit Disneyland Park.
One of Jack’s holiday traditions is leaving a special treat for the ghosts who dance around the Haunted Mansion’s Grand Hall. The annual centerpiece for this “waltz of the weird” is always a huge, creepy gingerbread creation. Jack delivers new and thrilling surprises every year.
The Ghost Host of Haunted Mansion Holiday always says, “even a gingerbread house can be scary,” and this year’s design definitely lives up to that description. In 2018, the Haunted Mansion Holiday gingerbread house is overtaken by an enormous five-foot multicolor spider with an intricate “stained glass” design on its back. The creepy crawler’s eyes are glowing green as it bobs up and down in an attempt to pry the house from its foundation. The spider, just like the rest of the house, is made out of 90 pounds of gingerbread, 30 pounds of confectioner’s sugar, 10 pounds of white chocolate and 45 pounds of fondant.
A team of 12 pastry chefs created this year’s Gingerbread Mansion. Three of them have been part of the Haunted Mansion Gingerbread House team since the annual holiday transformation began 17 years ago.
Experience Haunted Mansion Holiday now through January 6, 2019.
Conservation and environmentalism. These two concepts have always been important to Disney, and have always been evident throughout the companies actions- a tradition began by Walt Disney himself. Recently it seems they have upped their commitment to these practices with several new measures designed to do their part to protect the environment.
Not long ago, Disney began work on a brand new solar facility. When completed this will be the largest such facility on Disney property, coming in at an impressive 270-acres. The 50-megawatt solar facility will, on average, provide enough solar energy to power two entire theme parks with clean, renewable energy. The first of 5,000 total panels have been installed and the project is estimated to be completed in just a few short months.
As if that wasn’t impressive enough, special care is being taken to make the facility safe for endangered species of butterflies, insects, and bees. Reedy Creek Improvement District and Origis Energy USA who are in charge if the project are working closely with Disney’s Animal, Science, and Environment and Horticulture teams to ensure the site is pollinator friendly.
The New York Times recently did a piece on the facility and mentioned that Disney is a leader in sustainability and environmental stewardship and is blazing a trail for other countries worldwide with its shining example.
Disney Cruise Line will treat guests sailing this fall to a wickedly good time as the Disney ships transform into a ghoulish wonderland during Halloween on the High Seas cruises. For this extra-spooky celebration, each ship boasts its own signature Pumpkin Tree. (Kent Phillips, photographer)
Disney Cruise Line will treat guests sailing this fall to a wickedly good time as the Disney ships transform into a ghoulish wonderland during Halloween on the High Seas Cruises. For this extra-spooky celebration, each ship boasts its own signature Pumpkin Tree. (Kent Phillips, photographer)
Disney cruises are not only filled with that legendary Disney magic but did you know you can sail on certain itineraries which also include holiday festivities, Halloween fun, and more. Which one should you choose? Would you prefer to sail with your favorite Marvel heroes? How about sailing in a galaxy far, far away with Star Wars? Disney Cruise Line goes all out to offer guests special days at sea and holiday cruises throughout the year. The only difficult part in planning a Disney Cruise is picking which one to take.
Disney Cruise Line will treat guests sailing this fall to a wickedly good time as the Disney ships transform into a ghoulish wonderland during Halloween on the High Seas cruises. For this extra-spooky celebration, each ship boasts its own signature Pumpkin Tree. (Todd Anderson, photographer)
HALLOWEEN THEMED
If you enjoy the Halloween season then this is the Disney cruise for you!
As soon as you step aboard you are immersed into a magical Halloween celebration. During this cruise, you can enjoy a family costume party, Halloween “Sing and Scream” movie nights with haunted stories and an adult-only costume contest. So make sure to pack your costumes and be ready to join in the spooky fun.
Halloween themed Disney cruises sail Fall 2019 aboard all Disney cruise ships and offer 4- to 7-night sailings departing from Port Canaveral, Florida, New York City, and San Diego.
Dickens-inspired carolers carry the spirit of the holidays throughout each ship while singing holiday classics during Very Merrytime Cruises. (Matt Stroshane, photographer)
CRUISING AT CHRISTMAS
Be sure to practice those Christmas carols and join Disney Cruises for their Very Merrytime Cruises. Nothing is better than Disney magic during the Christmas holidays filling you with that holiday spirit. Celebrate aboard with festive deck parties as carolers walk throughout the ship singing your favorites Christmas tunes. All of your beloved Disney characters will be dressed in their holiday attire so make sure to have those cameras ready.
Marvel Super Heroes like Black Panther are onboard for heroic encounters during Marvel Day at Sea. The event features all-day entertainment celebrating the renowned comics, films and animated series of the Marvel Universe. (Matt Stroshane, photographer)
MARVEL MAGIC AT SEA
Channel your inner superhero while you sail with some of Marvel’s heroes during Disney’s Marvel Day at Sea. Close your eyes and imagine being a part of secret agent training sessions to epic stunt shows with your favorite Marvel heroes and Villians.
Marvel days at sea will be back January 2019 on certain 5-night sailings from Miami to the Bahamas and the Western Caribbean.
The “Summon the Force” deck party, part of Star Wars Day at Sea, features pyrotechnics, special effects and stunts including appearances by fan favorite characters like Kylo Ren, Darth Vader and Chewbacca. The day-long event celebrates the legendary adventures and iconic characters from the Star Wars saga. (Amy Smith, photographer)
STAR WARS AT SEA
Journey to a galaxy, far, far away with Disney cruises. That’s right! Practice your wookie or be ready to challenge Kylo Ren during your Disney cruise with Star Wars Day at Sea.
You’ll be able to “summon the Force” during the special deck party, enjoy a fantastic Star Wars-themed fireworks show, get trained as a Jedi, and meet your favorite Star Wars character during the cruise.
Star Wars themed Disney cruises are only available on certain 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises from Port Canaveral, Florida beginning in January.
Do you see one of these Disney cruises in your future?
Which one will you pick? Hurry and don’t delay because these special themed days at sea sell out fast.
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Conservation and environmentalism. These two concepts have always been important to Disney, and have always been evident throughout the companies actions- a tradition began by Walt Disney himself. Recently it seems they have upped their commitment to these practices with several new measures designed to do their part to protect the environment.
