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Banana Cabana Menu Here!

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Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort is wrapping up an extensive renovation, and we are loving the updated Banana Cabana Pool Bar.

There’s an extensive food and drink menu, sure to satisy anyone taking a break from the theme parks. Let the kiddos play in the Fuentes Del Moro feature pool, while you relax!

We’ve got the full food menu below, with current pricing, for you to review.

Appetizers
Jerk Chicken Wings – Pickled Vegetable Ribbons and Cilantro- Lime Crema – $12.00
Loaded Sweet Potato Fries – Choice of Jerk Chicken, Pulled Pork or Braised Beef Brisket – with Cotija Cheese and fresh Pico de Gallo with $12.00                                                                                                                                                                              Chile Con Queso – Skirt Steak Chili, Pimento Cheese, Pico de Gallo and Fried Tortillas – $13.00

Entrees
Jerk Chicken Sandwich – Toasted Ciabatta, Grilled Pineapple and Roasted Chili-Mayonnaise. Served with choice of Sweet Potato Fries, French Fries or Jicama-Apple Slaw – $15.00
Plant-Based Jerk Sandwich – Toasted Ciabatta, Grilled Pineapple and Roasted Chili-Vegan Mayonnaise. Served with choice of Sweet Potato Fries, French Fries or Jicama-Apple Slaw – $15.00
Smoked Turkey Sandwich – Served Deli-style with Smoked Gouda, Guava Barbecue Sauce and Cabbage Slaw. Served with choice of Sweet Potato Fries, French Fries or Jicama- Apple Slaw – $15.00                                                                                  Angus Bacon Cheeseburger – Lettuce, Tomato, Cheddar, Onion and Pickle. Served with choice of Sweet Potato Fries, French Fries or Jicama-Apple Slaw – $16.00
Caribbean-Style Cheesesteak – Braised Beef Brisket, Smoked Gouda and Grilled Bell Peppers on a Cuban Roll. Served with choice of Sweet Potato Fries, French Fries or Jicama-Apple Slaw – $17.00
Chilled Seafood Salad – Conch, Shrimp and Lump Crab with Bell Peppers, Cilantro and Lime Dressing – $18.00

Kids Menu
Macaroni & Cheese – Elbow Macaroni and House-made Cheese Sauce. Includes Apple Slices and choice of Small Lowfat Milk or Small Dasani® Water – $11.00
Smoked Turkey Sandwich – Guava Barbecue Sauce, Smoked Gouda and Cabbage Slaw. Includes Apple Slices and choice of Small Lowfat Milk or Small Dasani® Water – $12.00                                                                                                          Cheeseburger – Brioche Bun with Cheddar. Includes Apple Slices and choice of Small Lowfat Milk or Small Dasani® Water – $13.00

There’s plenty of beer, wine and sangria options, as well as a host of specialty cocktails! Here’s a few you may be interested in:

Banana Cabana – Cruzan Mango Rum, Coruba Coconut Rum and Bols Crème de Banana with Orange and Pineapple Juice and a float of Grenadine – $11.75
Bourbon Breeze – Bulleit Bourbon with Cranberry, Pomegranate and Lime Juices topped with Fever Tree Ginger Beer – $13.25
Captain of the Port – Captain Morgan Original Spiced Rum, Plantation Original Dark Rum, Black Tea, Pure Cane Sugar and Lime Juice – $11.50
Caribbean Smuggler – Captain Morgan Original Spiced Rum and Parrot Bay Coconut Rum with Cranberry and Pineapple Juices – $10.50
Gold Medallion – Cruzan Disney Select Single Barrel Rum, Beefeater Gin, Bols Apricot Brandy and Orgeat (Almond) wth Orange and Lime Juices topped with Soda Water – $11.50
Guava-Rita – Herradura Reposado Tequila, Sweet-and-Sour and Guava with Pomegranate and Lime Juices – $11.25
Hoist the Colors – Cruzan Mango and Guava Rums, Bols Blue Curacao and Odwalla® Lemonade with Pomegranate Juice – $10.50
Jamaican Frozen Runner – Appleton Estate Reserve Blend Rum and Baileys Irish Cream blended with Pineapple Juice, Cream of Coconut and fresh Banana – $13.50
Kraken Punch – Kraken Black Spiced Rum and Blood Orange Sour with Pomegranate and Orange Juices – $10.25
Mariner’s Mojito – Bacardi Gran Reserva Maestro de Ron Rum, Lime Juice, Mint and Pure Cane Sugar topped with Soda Water – $12.50
Pink Guava Colada – Cruzan Guava Rum and Disney Select Single Barrel Rum blended with Guava, Cream of Coconut and Pineapple Juice – $12.50
Strawberry Margarita – Herradura Reposado Tequila and fresh Lime Juice blended with Strawberry Purée – $12.50
Sunshine Margarita – Lunazul Reposado Tequila, Cointreau and Sweet-and- Sour with Juices of Orange and Lime – $12.00
The Peachcomber – Fruity mixture of Orange, Lemon and Peach topped with Soda Water – $4.49
Tropical Paradise – a refreshing concoction of Pineapple, Lime, Coconut and Cinnamon dusted with Nutmeg – $4.49

It might be time to consider a stay at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort to see the new updates and the beautiful Banana Cabana!

Image Credit: Disney

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Coming Soon, Toy Story 4 Lego Sets!

Coming Soon, Toy Story 4 Lego Sets!

We visited the NY Toy Fair this weekend and got to preview all of the new LEGOs coming to the market this year. With the new Toy Story 4 movie slated to come out on June 21, 2019, LEGO is ready with these all-new playsets.  From the details we gathered in the promotional clips and trailers released so far, it looks like Toy Story 4 will take place around a carnival theme. These new playsets have captured it perfectly!

Coming Soon, Toy Story 4 Lego Sets!

Look at Bo Peep with new friends Ducky and Bunny!

Coming Soon, Toy Story 4 Lego Sets!

This Star Adventures midway carnival game looks like a blast!

Coming Soon, Toy Story 4 Lego Sets!

I see a cannon!  Does Buzz get shot out of a cannon at the carnival? We can only imagine what fun is in store for our favorite toys.

Coming Soon, Toy Story 4 Lego Sets!

This playset is called the Buzz & Woody’s Carnival Mania! Selling for  $49.99 USD | 69.99 CAD  and includes 230 pcs.

This set features carnival games, bumper cars, a “Terrorantulus” ride and an ice cream stand. Minifigures include Woody (with normal sized legs this time), Buzz Lightyear, Bo-Peep, Ducky and Bunny.

Coming Soon, Toy Story 4 Lego Sets!

Woody RC – $9.99 USD | 13.99 CAD – 69 pcs. This simple set features a buildable RC, a minifigure of Woody, and three micro-green army men.

Coming Soon, Toy Story 4 Lego Sets!

Carnival Thrill Coaster – $19.99 USD | 24.99 CAD – 98 pcs. This carnival ride features a round of roller coaster track with bug-themed cars and a snack stand. Minifigures include Buzz Lightyear and another toy Alien.

Coming Soon, Toy Story 4 Lego Sets!Coming Soon, Toy Story 4 Lego Sets!Coming Soon, Toy Story 4 Lego Sets!Coming Soon, Toy Story 4 Lego Sets!Coming Soon, Toy Story 4 Lego Sets!

Toy Story 4 RV Vacation – $34.99 USD | 49.99 CAD – 178 pcs. This set features an RV excursion complete with a campground and more. Minifigures include Jessie, Rex, a toy Alien, Bunny, Ducky, and the brand new (and quite quirky) character, Forky.

Coming Soon, Toy Story 4 Lego Sets!Coming Soon, Toy Story 4 Lego Sets!

Stay tuned for even more LEGO coverage soon from Toy Fair NY 2019!

We will bring you more on the NY Toy Fair all week long! Check it out here on Chip and Co!

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Little Mermaid, Toy Story 4 , and Frozen 2 Toys Coming from Jakks Pacific to Stores Near You

Little Mermaid, Toy Story 4 , and Frozen 2 Toys Coming from Jakks Pacific to Stores Near You

We visited the NY Toy Fair this weekend and were able to preview some of the great new Disney products coming to market this year and for 2020!  There are incredible new toys for all ages at the Jakks Pacific booth. We picked out our favorites to share with you.

First off is Sven! Standing over 2ft. tall, Playdate Sven is just the right size for a child to sit on. Made for ages 3-7 years and will support up to 70lbs. Available in stores 9/23/ 2019, just in time to start getting little Frozen 2 fans excited for the movie coming out on November 27th, 2019!

Little Mermaid, Toy Story 4 , and Frozen 2 Toys Coming from Jakks Pacific to Stores Near You

Explore all of Arendelle with Playdate Sven, Kristoff’s best buddy. Feed Sven his carrot and he’ll make chomping noises. Press on his head and he will say phrases and make other realistic reindeer noises. Includes: a Sven and carrot. Take a look at the video below!

Little Mermaid, Toy Story 4 , and Frozen 2 Toys Coming from Jakks Pacific to Stores Near You

Can you believe that The Little Mermaid is celebrating 30 years next year? I can’t even believe it!  She doesn’t look a day over 16. We fell in love with this “life-size” Playdate Ariel while we visited Jakks Pacific! She is the perfect best friend for any Little Mermaid fan! You can take her swimming and along for all the best play dates!

Little Mermaid, Toy Story 4 , and Frozen 2 Toys Coming from Jakks Pacific to Stores Near You

Ariel is 32-inches tall, articulated at the neck, shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips and knees and is lightweight.
Kids can pose and play with Playdate Ariel in many ways for the best playdate ever.
Styled in a story inspired top and skirt, Playdate Ariel has long stunning red hair.
Includes a  doll with removable top and skirt, dinglehopper brush and tiara.

Ariel will retail for around and available in Fall 2019 for ages 3+ years.

Little Mermaid, Toy Story 4 , and Frozen 2 Toys Coming from Jakks Pacific to Stores Near You

This Little Mermaid Musical Bubble Doll Stroller was the hit of the room when we visited Jakks Pacific!  I know several girls that are going to go crazy when this hits the stores. As you move it back and forth bubbles come out of the shell! Check out the video below. It is so precious! Bringing magic to the way you care for your baby doll, the My Disney Nursery line elevates realistic nurturing play with products anchored in feature doll accessories and inspired by the world of Disney! Just in time for Ariels 30th anniversary, it will hit the shelves this Fall!

Little Mermaid, Toy Story 4 , and Frozen 2 Toys Coming from Jakks Pacific to Stores Near You

The Little Mermaid themed feature doll stroller with 4-In-1 play
Bubbles blow from shell on tray when stroller is pushed!
Flounder spins on tray as “Under the Sea” music plays!
Retractable glitter mermaid scale canopy
Bubble function turns off for indoor play
Includes: 1 stroller with removable seat, removable tray, and storage cubby

 

Little Mermaid, Toy Story 4 , and Frozen 2 Toys Coming from Jakks Pacific to Stores Near You

This Under the Sea light up vanity is the perfect gift for little ones who want to have fun while pretending to get ready like mommy! Coming in Fall 2019, and will be around $59.99 for the set.

Sebastian spins and rises when you open the vanity
Vanity plays “Under The Sea”, lights up and has a unique clamshell shape.
Lots of piece count and drawer for storage.
Includes: a  vanity, Flounder jar with lid and foam pad, play perfume bottle, tiara, pair of earrings, play curling iron, dinglehopper brush, comb and four bands.

Little Mermaid, Toy Story 4 , and Frozen 2 Toys Coming from Jakks Pacific to Stores Near You

Toy Story 4 is hitting the big screen in a big way and why not get your kids excited with the new Buzz Lightyear Star Command Center? We got to see it first hand and I am honestly a little jealous it is just for kids. It starts out upright in a “Launch Mode” where you can use it as a desk for study time or lay it flat to convert to a full on working “Flight Mode.”

Little Mermaid, Toy Story 4 , and Frozen 2 Toys Coming from Jakks Pacific to Stores Near You

Kids will have a blast imagining they are Buzz Lightyear with the Star Command Center.
Two ways to play: Launch Mode (upright) or Flight Mode (horizontal).
Working microphone with intercom, moveable targets, blaster buttons and joystick with trigger action.
Switchable knobs with multiple sounds and light effects.
Console panel converts into a desk for study time.

Little Mermaid, Toy Story 4 , and Frozen 2 Toys Coming from Jakks Pacific to Stores Near You

Coming to stores in Fall of 2019 the new Star Command Center will be a hit for all those Buzz fans ages 4+ for around $119.

Little Mermaid, Toy Story 4 , and Frozen 2 Toys Coming from Jakks Pacific to Stores Near You

There is a new doll for Fancy Nancy fans! Make Nancy Fancy Rainbow Ballet Doll is coming to stores in fall 2019. the cute little doll is for ages 3 + and will sell for around $12.99.  Nancy loves to be fancy in everything including her creative outfits. Now kids can turn the ordinary into the extraordinary with the Make Nancy Fancy™ Rainbow Ballet Doll.
Nancy’s dress, hair accessory, and shoes are removable.
Doll features three points of articulation and is 10-inches tall.

Little Mermaid, Toy Story 4 , and Frozen 2 Toys Coming from Jakks Pacific to Stores Near You

Disney Junior’s Fancy Nancy follows the adventures of a girl who brings the fancy to everything from using fancy French words, to her creative, elaborate attire, and so much more. The stories, geared towards kids ages 2-5, have an underlying theme of self-expression, originality, and love of family.

We will bring you more on the NY Toy Fair all week long! Check it out here on Chip and Co!

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Mighty St. Patrick’s Day Festival at Raglan Road

Mighty St. Patrick's Day Festival at Raglan Road

Check out Raglan Road in Disney Springs for the Mighty St. Patrick’s Day Festival running March 15th-17th!

Get ready for a plethora of Irish music and a troupe of Irish dancers at Raglan Road this St. Patrick’s Day. With live entertainment, delicious food, craft beer, fantastic cocktails, an Irish store, and face painting – this pub has all of the ingredients for a fun and feisty time!

Take a peek at the lineup and schedule for the weekend below:

Friday, March 15th –

  • 3pm – Rhythms of Raglan with the Raglan Road Irish Dancers (Raglan Road Pub Stage)
  • 4:30pm – The High Road with the Raglan Road Irish Dancers (Raglan Road Pub Stage)
  • 4:30pm – The Byrne Brothers (Raglan Road Patio Stage)
  • 5:45pm – Reel Republic with the Raglan Road Irish Dancers (Raglan Road Pub Stage)
  • 8pm – One Heck of A Hooley the Raglan Road Irish Dancers (Raglan Road Pub Stage)
  • 8:30pm – The High Road (Raglan Road Patio Stage)
  • 9:30pm – Céilí Mor with Reel Republic and the Raglan Road Irish Dancers (Raglan Road Pub Stage)
  • 9:30pm – TradGrad (Raglan Road Patio Stage)
  • 11pm – Young Dubliners (Raglan Road Pub Stage)
  • 11pm – Electric  Céilí with Raglan Road Roots Coalition and TradGrad (Raglan Road Patio Stage)

Saturday, March 16th –

  • 11am – Maca with the Raglan Road Irish Dancers (Raglan Road Pub Stage)
  • 12pm – Briste with the Raglan Road Irish Dancers (Raglan Road Pub Stage)
  • 4pm – Rhythms of Raglan with the Raglan Road Irish Dancers (Raglan Road Pub Stage)
  • 5:30pm – The High Road with the Raglan Road Irish Dancers (Raglan Road Pub Stage)
  • 7:30pm – One Heck of a Hooley with the Raglan Road Irish Dancers (Raglan Road Pub Stage)
  • 9pm – TradGrad with the Raglan Road Irish Dancers (Raglan Road Pub Stage)
  • 11pm – Electric Céilí with Raglan Roots Coalition and TradGrad (Raglan Road Pub Stage)
  • 11am, 3:15pm 4:40pm – The Byrne Brothers (Raglan Road Patio Stage)
  • 1:15pm, 2:15pm – Maca (Raglan Road Patio Stage)
  • 5:30pm –  Céilí Mórwith The High Road & Reel Republic (Raglan Road Patio Stage)
  • 11pm – Young Dubliners (Raglan Road Patio Stage)

Sunday, March 17th –

  • 11am, 1pm, 3pm – Briste with the Raglan Road Irish Dancers (Raglan Road Pub Stage)
  • 12pm, 2pm – The Byrne Brothers (Raglan Road Pub Stage)
  • 4:30pm – Rhythms of Raglan with the Raglan Road Irish Dancers (Raglan Road Pub Stage)
  • 6:30pm, 7:45pm – Reel Republic with the Raglan Road Irish Dancers (Raglan Road Pub Stage)
  • 9:15pm – Céilí Mór with Reel Republic & The High Road (Raglan Road Pub Stage)
  • 11pm – Young Dubliners (Raglan Road Pub Stage)
  • 11am, 3:15pm – The Byrne Brothers (Raglan Road Patio Stage)
  • 12pm – Briste (Raglan Road Patio Stage)
  • 1:15pm, 4:15pm, 5:30pm – Maca (Raglan Road Patio Stage)
  • 6:30pm – The High Road (Raglan Road Patio Stage)
  • 9:15pm – TradGrad (Raglan Road Patio Stage)
  • 10:30pm – Electric Céilí with Raglan Roots Coalition and TradGrad (Raglan Road Patio Stage)

To see more information about these awesome groups, head over to Raglan Road’s wesbite.

Source: Raglan Road.

Photo Copyright: Raglan Road.

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Meet The Goodmans, A Couple Who Love Theme Parks Such As Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Meet the Goodmans

Meet The Goodmans, a couple who love theme parks.  This couple that has been married for 71 years and together for 73!  They both love theme parks but for different reasons.

They were recently interviewed by Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. John shared that Katherine does not like to go on the rides at theme parks.  However, she loves theme parks because everyone is in a good mood.  It was shared that John is the adventurous one in the relationship. He has ridden Kumba over 300 times since it opened!

Kumba is a roller coaster at the Busch Gardens Tampa Bay that featured the world’s tallest vertical loop at the time when it opened in 1993.  It was also, at one point, the tallest, fastest, and longest roller coaster in Florida.  The happy couple had the opportunity to see the view from the top of Kumba and they enjoyed every minute of it.  Watch the video of the adorable couple below and learn their secret to marriage!

Even though Katherine does not like to ride roller coasters she loves getting to watch John enjoy himself as this makes her happy.  When asked what the secret to marriage was, John stated, “Each one of us have to give in”.  That is some smart advice right there!  It seems that this theme-park loving couple has taken that advice to heart.

Source: Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

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Walt Disney World Annual Passholder Sliders Are Back

Walt Disney World Annual Passholder Sliders Are Back

We have great news for those who missed out on the Annual Passholder MagicBand+ sliders, they are back!

Our friend Mary found out that they are indeed in stock at guest services around the Walt Disney World Parks and Disney Springs.  If you are one of the new Annual Passholder that missed out on them while they were out of stock, you can now pick one up at guest services so you can rock out your AP pride at Walt Disney World.

We are not sure if they will be mailed to those who didn’t get them originally. There are some that received notes in their MagicBand+ boxes letting them know they would receive one when they are back in stock. This may mean you have to stop and pick one up.

Photo Credit: Our Friend Mary M.

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Check Out The Ice Cream Martini at Epcot’s France Pavilion

Ice Cream Martini in Epcot's France Pavilion

World Showcase in Walt Disney World Resort’s Epcot is one of the best places in the resort to find unique and interesting snacks. You can spend an entire day just exploring each country’s pavilion and still not experience everything it has to offer. One of our favorite locations in World Showcase is L’Artisan de Glaces in the France pavilion. This small location serving amazing ice cream and sorbets is easy to miss as it’s tucked away at the back of the pavilion. One of the best and most decadent reasons to visit is the Ice Cream Martini.

Check Out The Ice Cream Martini at Epcot’s France Pavilion

The Ice Cream Martini is a delectable treat of two scoops of ice cream or sorbet, covered in a shot of either rum, Grand Marnier, or vodka. It’s served in a plastic martini glass which makes this snack even more appealing to carry around your tour of World Showcase. With the ability to mix up ice cream flavors and alcohol, guests can create many different combinations creating a new taste each time. It’s currently available for $11.97.

Check Out The Ice Cream Martini at Epcot’s France Pavilion

We went with vanilla ice cream and rum for this stop and it did not disappoint. The ice cream really becomes the star in this concoction, as it begins to melt and absorb some of the alcohol flavors at the same time. We think this is a great combination for a relaxing but hot day in the park. The Ice Cream Martini is definitely on the stronger side and tends to be more popular with guests who like to taste the alcohol in their beverages. If you’re looking for something without alcohol, you’ll definitely want to try L’Artisan de Glaces’ macaron ice cream sandwiches. Really though, in our opinion, you can’t go wrong with anything on the menu.

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Purple Walls Invade Cosmic Ray’s as Construction Progresses

Purple Construction Walls in Cosmic Ray's Starlight Cafe

Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe in Tomorrowland at the Magic Kingdom has been undergoing a major expansion since last year. Work began last Spring to expand seating options and refurbish the extremely popular eating spot. Holding the title for the largest quick service location at the Magic Kingdom, it serves guest favorites like burgers, hot dogs and fun themed desserts. Construction has been steadily moving along on the refurbishment, and we’ve got a look at the progress.

Purple Walls Invade Cosmic Ray’s as Construction Progresses

Previously, the location closed its outdoor seating area to expand the number of tables available. Work then moved inside to include a renovation of the restaurant’s star entertainer, Sonny Eclipse. The Audio-Animatronic alien was walled off for a time while Imagineers spruced up the otherworldly crooner. Currently, purple construction walls have taken over all of Bay 3 in the famous eatery. These aren’t really the type of “Instagramable” purple walls that Walt Disney World has become popular for recently, but I wouldn’t be surprised to see some potential social media stars give it a try.

Purple Walls Invade Cosmic Ray’s as Construction Progresses

The location’s ordering and food pick-up areas are divided into three “bays” to help break up the large number of guests that visit daily. During this time, only Bays 1 and 2 are up and running. While all three bays usually served the same menu items, the temporary closing of Bay 3 might increase ordering and waiting times for patrons. The location does accept Disney’s Mobile Ordering through the My Disney Experience app though, so we recommend using that while construction continues.

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Recording for the New Lion King Show at Disneyland Paris!

Recording for the New Lion King Show at Disneyland Paris!

Over the last few days at the famous Angel Recording Studios in London, the international music producer Steve Sidwell has directed the orchestra for the music of the show The Lion King: Rhythms of the Pride Lands debuting during The Lion King and Jungle Festival! The festival will run from the 30th June to 22nd September 2019!

The Lion King: Rhythms of the Pride Lands stage show, will immerse guests in the beloved film Disney’s The Lion King like never before. This will be a world-exclusive stage show as singers, dancers and acrobats alongside the iconic characters bring Pride Rock anthems to life! This show will be performed in the newly renovated Chappelle Theatre in Disneyland Parc, so ‘be prepared’!

Recording for the New Lion King Show at Disneyland Paris!

LEGO Is Making A Steamboat Willie Set

Steamboat Willie LEGO

Steamboat Willie LEGO

Thanks to the LEGO Ideas program, one Disney fan’s amazing LEGO design is going to be made a reality.  Paying tribute to Walt Disney’s 1928 animation, Steamboat Willie was one of the first animated films to be fully synchronized to sound.

Steamboat Willie LEGO

The set features a black and white Minifigure Mickey Mouse and a mini-build Steamboat.  The boat is complete with a paddle wheel, and steam stack on top.  The kit is designed to be tiny, easy to build and suitable for play or display.  The original design calls for 156 different bricks, and even the hook at the back of the boat is moveable.

Steamboat Willie LEGO

About Lego Ideas

The LEGO Ideas program allows at home users to submit their ideas for LEGO products they’d like to see turned into available sets.  The public can then visit LEGO’s website and vote for the projects they like.  If a project receives 10,000 votes, it gets submitted to LEGO for official review. During this time, LEGO model designers refine the product and develop it for release. They create the product materials (box, instructions, marketing), and get everything ready for a production run.

LEGO approved Steamboat Willie this month, and the set is expected to launch sometime in 2019.  Stay tuned to the LEGO Ideas Blog for more updates on price and release date.

Source: LEGO Ideas Blog

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B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co. New Menu Will Blow Your Hunger Away

B.B. Wolf's Sausage Co. New Menu Will Blow Your Hunger Away

Three words: Gourmet. Hot. Dogs.

How many of you head to Walt Disney World for the food? No? Just me? Every time I book my next trip, all I can think about is, “what all am I eating when I get there?” (Spoiler: All the things.) My list is ever growing because Walt Disney World keeps outdoing themselves by bringing culinary amazingness to the resort!

B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co, at Disney Springs, just released the most appetizing new menu. It’s full of specialty, crafted gourmet hot dogs! B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co. is a quick service cart/kiosk located in the Marketplace at Disney Springs. They feature sausage and hot dog entrees served with chips, one dessert, basic non-alcoholic beverages, and then seasonal craft beer.

B.B. Wolf's Sausage Co. New Menu Will Blow Your Hunger Away

The Texas Chili Cheese Dog (top picture) is $13.49 and comes with an all-beef foot-long Hot Dog topped with Chili, Cheddar, and Corn Chips on their House-made Roll.

Their Lamb Sausage specialty comes with a Tomato Chutney, Yogurt Sauce and Arugula on Pita Bread, and is $11.49.

B.B. Wolf's Sausage Co. New Menu Will Blow Your Hunger Away

How cute are the “Three Little Pigs” version of gourmet hot dogs? Try this hot dog sampler for $13.99. It comes with three mini versions of the Pastrami Reuben Dog, Hawaiian Island Dog, and Texas Chili-Cheese Dog. Get the sampler for just $13.99.

B.B. Wolf's Sausage Co. New Menu Will Blow Your Hunger Away

My last featured hot dog is the New York Pastrami Rueben Dog! The New York Pastrami Rueben is an All-Beef Foot-Long Hot Dog with Shaved Pastrami, Swiss Cheese, Sauerkraut, and Russian Dressing on their House-made Roll. Snag this one for $13.49.

If you’re getting hungry reading and looking at this beauties, it may be time to start planning your next trip to the Walt Disney World Resort! Fill out my form below so I can help you get there and try these gourmet hot dogs from B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co. Find the full menu here. Some dining plans are accepted as well.

So, “buy memories, not things.” That’s been my family’s motto for the last several years. If this is you, let’s chat. I am a full-service travel agent, but I specialize in Disney Destinations® and the Universal Orlando Resort®. I am with Key to the World Travel, the official travel partner of Chip and Company. I am here to make all of your travel wishes come true! If you’re jumping out of your seat with excitement for traveling in 2019, let’s chat. My services are entirely FREE! To receive a no-hassle, no-obligation quote, email me at [email protected] and/or follow me on Facebook.

New Construction Wall up at Animal Kingdom Park

New Construction Wall up at Animal Kingdom Park

What is this new construction wall at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park?! A new construction wall is up and they are working on some sort of new exhibit. We don’t have many details. Here’s what we know:

  • It’s across from Pizzafari.
  • Discovery Island Trails is still accessible through the entrance closest to It’s Tough to be a Bug!
  • The Hippo Pool is drained and has mesh construction fencing.
  • This is the first time we’ve ever seen a renovation sign sponsored by Otterbox.

What do you think is coming? Check out some more pictures we captured.

New Construction Wall up at Animal Kingdom Park

New Construction Wall up at Animal Kingdom Park

New Construction Wall up at Animal Kingdom Park

New Construction Wall up at Animal Kingdom Park

New Construction Wall up at Animal Kingdom Park

New Construction Wall up at Animal Kingdom Park

While we don’t know exactly what is coming, we do know it will be wildly amazing! Is Animal Kingdom Park your favorite theme park at Walt Disney World? If it it isn’t, maybe we should chat more and discuss why it should be a top contender! I know, I know, there’s only 4 main theme parks to choose from, but Animal Kingdom Park brings an element like none of the other parks! Plus, where else can you go on an expedition to the top of Mount Everest to find a yeti? (wink! wink!)

But really, if you have your heart set on Walt Disney World and want to see how to get you and your loved ones there, I’d love to chat!

Buy memories, not things. That’s been my family’s motto for the last several years. If this is you, let’s chat. I am a full-service travel agent, but I specialize in Disney Destinations® and the Universal Orlando Resort®. I am with Key to the World Travel, the official travel partner of Chip and Company. I am here to make all of your travel wishes come true! If you’re jumping out of your seat with excitement for traveling in 2019, let’s chat. My services are entirely FREE! To receive a no-hassle, no-obligation quote, email me at [email protected] and/or follow me on Facebook.