Full Artist Lineup Announced for SeaWorld’s Praise Wave

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Full Artist Lineup Announced for SeaWorld's Praise Wave
Christian music fans can kick off their year in high gear with a day of fellowship and fun at SeaWorld Orlando’s Praise Wave. The live concert event series takes place every Saturday, Jan. 20 – Feb. 10.

Guests can enjoy live musical performances by some of the hottest names in Christian music and celebrate in an atmosphere filled with Christian friendship, thrilling rides and inspiring animal attractions.

2018 musical performances include:

Full Artist Lineup Announced for SeaWorld's Praise Wave

Steven Curtis Chapman – Saturday, January 20: In a career that has spanned 30 years, Steven Curtis Chapman is the most awarded artist in Christian music history with 58 Gospel Music Association Dove Awards, five Grammys, an American Music Award, 48 No. 1 singles, selling over 11 million albums, with ten RIAA-certified gold and platinum albums to his credit.

Full Artist Lineup Announced for SeaWorld's Praise Wave

Lecrae – Saturday, January 27: Lecrae is a two-time Grammy Award-winning hip-hop artist whose 2014 album, “Anomaly,” debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200, Rap, Digital, Christian, Gospel, and Independent charts. His seven studio albums and mixtapes have sold more than 1.9 million copies and he has co-headlined some of the best-selling tours in the U.S.
Full Artist Lineup Announced for SeaWorld's Praise Wave

SWITCHFOOT – Saturday, February 3: SWITCHFOOT has been unearthing all manner of musical gems since their 1997 debut “The Legend of Chin,” steadily expanding their global fan base and critical reputation through such releases as the multi-platinum breakthrough “The Beautiful Letdown” (2003) and the Grammy award-winning “Hello Hurricane” (2009). Beyond their career achievements, SWITCHFOOT has been active in a variety of philanthropic efforts through the band’s own Bro-Am Foundation.

Full Artist Lineup Announced for SeaWorld's Praise Wave

MercyMe – Saturday, February 10: Grammy-nominated, multiple American Music Award and Dove Award winners MercyMe have sold more than 8.5 million units in CD, single and DVD sales, garnered 27 No. 1 multi-format Christian radio singles and four consecutive mainstream radio hits with “I Can Only Imagine,” “Here With Me,” “Homesick” and “So Long Self.”

Live concerts take place at 1:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. each Saturday in the park’s Nautilus Theater and are included with park admission. Reserved seating packages for all performances are available online at SeaWorldOrlando.com and start at $19.

Live musical performances at the park continue in February with the return of SeaWorld’s Seven Seas Food Festival. As guests sip and sample their way through the park, they will discover globally-inspired flavors while enjoying local craft beers and culinary marketplaces. The fun goes beyond the food with live performances from top country, rock and Latin music artists for 9 consecutive weekends, Feb. 17 – April 15.

The best deal for guests to experience Praise Wave, and all of SeaWorld’s special events throughout the year, is with a SeaWorld Fun Card which includes unlimited admission with no blockout dates thru December 31, 2018. For more information and to purchase tickets visit SeaWorldOrlando.com.

More Information About the Rumored Additional FastPasses for Club Level Guests at Disney World

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January 10, 2018

Disney World Club Level FastPasses

Additional information is coming out about a rumor we shared yesterday that Guests staying Club Level at Walt Disney World Resorts may be able to purchase 3 additional FastPasses per person per day.

While Disney has yet to confirm any of this rumor, here is the information we’ve gathered so far.

Starting Friday, January 12th, guests who are staying Club Level at select Walt Disney World Resorts will have the opportunity to purchase an additional benefits in addition to their theme park admission.

Guests with a park ticket of 3-days or longer, or are Annual Passholders, will be able to purchase 3 additional FastPasses per guest per day and will be given preferred viewing for nighttime spectaculars.

The additional FastPasses and nighttime benefits will be available for $50 per guest, per day for all guests on the room reservation.

These FastPasses can be used at any of the Walt Disney World theme parks, and, as long as the park tickets include the Park Hopper option, they can be selected at multiple parks on the same day.

Guests utilizing this program will be able to select their FastPasses 90 days prior to check-in, instead of the standard 60 days currently in place for all resort guests.

Multiple Tier 1 attractions may be booked, but you can only select each FastPass once per day. In general, it appears that the attractions and entertainment available, the number of selections you can make and the arrival windows will be limited.

Preferred viewing for the nighttime entertainment will be limited to one per day and advanced reservations are required. Nighttime spectaculars include Magic Kingdom’s Happily Ever After, Epcot’s Illuminations: Reflections of Earth, Disney’s Hollywood Studios’s Fantasmic! and Animal Kingdom’s Rivers of Light. Availability will be limited.

These extras are available to Guests with reservations for the following resorts and room types:

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge – Club Level
Disney’s BoardWalk Inn – Club Level
Disney’s Contemporary Resort – Club Level
Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge – Cabins
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa – Club Level
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort – Club Level
Disney’s Polynesian Village Villas & Bungalows – Bungalows
Disney’s Wilderness Lodge – Club Level
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels – Presidential Suites, Governor Suites, Parlor Suites, Premium Alcove Rooms
Disney’s Yacht Club Resort – Club Level

Are you excited about the possibility of purchasing additional FastPasses and having preferred viewing for Nighttime Spectaculars?

Source: WDW Magic

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Announcing the 2018 Disney Parks Moms Panel – Meet the 11 New Park-Savvy Panelists!

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January 9, 2018

Announcing the 2018 Disney Parks Moms Panel – Meet the 11 New Park-Savvy Panelists!

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Are you seeking advice on your next Disney vacation? The Disney Parks Moms Panel is full of great information. Disney Parks just announced 11 new panelists to join the team after a careful selection process that started with a pool of thousands of applicants. The panel is committed to providing honest and relatable vacation tips. These experienced Disney lovers offer guidance to help make Disney vacations magical.

The Disney Parks Moms Panel is an online resource for individuals thinking about planning a Disney
vacation at Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Disney Cruise Line or with Disney Vacation
Club. The panelists leverage their vast experiences from their own Disney vacations to provide
authentic answers to guests seeking advice – whether for an entire family vacation or for guests
traveling without kids.

“The magic of the Moms Panel is our collective experience and our diverse backgrounds,” said Jerry
M., one of the Disney Dads on the 2018 Disney Parks Moms Panel. “There is so much Disney to see
and do that it’s tough to experience everything in a single visit. But what if you had a trusted friend who
in fact did experience everything? Wouldn’t it be great to get their advice? That’s the magic of the
Disney Parks Moms Panel. Taken together we’ve just about done it all. And like your best friend, we
want to see you enjoy yourself.”

The 11 new panelists join an impressive roster of 29 alumni moms, dads, and grandparents
answering questions at www.disneyparksmomspanel.com:

Announcing the 2018 Disney Parks Moms Panel – Meet the 11 New Park-Savvy Panelists!

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• Andrea W.; Warren, Ohio (Walt Disney World Resort) – This single mom, empty nester
and expert in multigenerational travel is also the resident expert for all things Star Wars

• Ashley P.; Lewisburg, Pa. (Walt Disney World Resort) – This mom of three, with her
youngest being an infant, knows a thing or two about traveling with babies

• Jennifer L.; Albuquerque, N.M. (Disneyland Resort) – Specializing in Disneyland Resort,
this mom is an expert in helping guests plan their trip to “where it all began”

• Jerry M.; Stone Harbor, N.J. (Disney Vacation Club) – One of the Disney Dads on the
panel, Jerry provides first-hand tips for Disney Vacation Club and planning advice for fellow
parents balancing busy work schedules

• Kristen N.; North Charleston, S.C. (Walt Disney World Resort) – This Air Force wife has
mastered the art of planning last-minute Disney vacations

• Lindsey N.; Atlanta, Ga. (Walt Disney World Resort) – Disney isn’t just for kids, and this
military spouse loves helping Disney-loving adults plan their magical getaway

• Missy F.; Avon, Ind. (Walt Disney World Resort) – With five children of her own, Missy
knows what it takes to plan a vacation that accommodates even the pickiest of tastes

• Robyn M.; Bristow, Va. (Walt Disney World Resort) – This military mom can take any
planning challenge and create seamless trips to Disney destinations for large,
multigenerational groups

• Stephanie L.; Dallas, Texas (Disney Cruise Line) – Specializing in Disney Cruises all
around the globe – from Alaska to Europe and beyond – this stay-at-home mom with two
toddlers knows the ins-and-outs of cruising with kids

• Tabitha D.; Spring Hill, Tenn. (Walt Disney World Resort) – Lending a hand on planning
trips for Disney lovers of all ages, including dining tips and deluxe resorts, this passionate
Annual Passholder is an expert at planning Disney vacations, especially during the holidays

• Veronica O.; Pembroke Pines, Fla. (Walt Disney World Resort) – A local Florida mom
who is also a Spanish-speaking Disney expert, offers a fresh perspective for those traveling
locally

With all of their experiences combined, the 40 Disney Parks Moms Panelists:

• Have taken 1,250 Disney Vacations – that’s 77,394 hours of Disney Parks experience or 2,204
rides on “it’s a small world.”

• Know how to travel with kids, with more than 80 kids between them.

• Can answer guest questions in four languages: English, Spanish, French and Portuguese.

• Are real moms, dads, grandparents and “in the know” family members.

Whether the guest is a military spouse, stay-at-home parent, busy working mom, juggling food
allergies or even an adult without kids, the Disney Parks Moms Panel is a reliable resource for those
in need of genuine and friendly advice from someone who has experienced it first-hand.

Guests can visit www.disneyparksmomspanel.com on a computer or mobile device to access more
than 220,000 available questions and answers from seasoned Disney vacationers. Guests can save
favorite answers to reference later or ask a new question to receive a personalized response from a
knowledgeable member of the Disney Parks Moms Panel.

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Disney Springs Offers Delicious and Nutritious Meals for Everyone!

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January 9, 2018

Was one of your New Years’ Resolutions to adopt a healthier lifestyle? If you are looking to eat healthier like me, then you must check out these nutritious and delicious meal options available at Disney Springs in Walt Disney World. Yes, you can eat healthy at Disney!

Taqueria Salad (Frontera Cocina): With petite baby gem lettuces, carrots, radishes, avocado, cotija cheese and tortilla strips, this salad dressed with avocado-lime vinaigrette is a tasty choice when you are craving greens. You can even add shrimp (always cooked just right), but it’s delicious with grilled chicken, too!

Spicy Tuna Roll (Morimoto Asia): Fresh tuna, spicy mayo, and scallions work together to make every bite pure perfection. If you want to up the “good for you” factor, you can request brown rice in place of white at no extra cost. Tuna’s not your thing? Spicy salmon, spicy yellowtail, eel & avocado, California or vegetable rolls are also on the menu.

Fresh Fish of the Day (Paddlefish): I love seafood! Always have and definitely always will. There is nothing better than some fresh fish served up right. If you are looking for a nice and healthy seafood dish on your next visit to Disney Springs, you are in good hands with the culinary team at Paddlefish and their latest catch of the day.

Filet Medallion (STK): Did you know that filet mignon is one of the healthiest cuts of beef? Well, it is, and I couldn’t be happier about it. The 6-ounce portion at STK Orlando is just the right size for steak lovers who still want to show off their skinny jeans. To really stick to your resolutions, skip the mashed potatoes (pictured) and add an order of asparagus or a side of cucumbers & heirloom tomatoes instead.

Red Vine Pizza (Blaze Fast Fire’d Pizza): Pizza doesn’t usually show up on the “healthy” list, but hear me out … with classic dough, red sauce, grated parmesan, ovalini mozzarella, fresh basil, cherry tomatoes and an olive oil drizzle, the Red Vine Pizza from Blaze is a solid choice. Not that I’m saying you should, but you could have an entire pizza for 660 calories. Split it with a friend, and you’ll agree that it’s a smart choice, indeed!

While I’m certainly not a nutritional expert, these five favorites above at Disney Springs will leave you feeling satisfied, but not stuffed. If you’re trying to improve your overall health and well-being, too, be sure to make choices that feel right to you! I can promise you this … if you look hard enough, there are lots of options that can help keep you on track.

Do you have a favorite mindful menu item from Disney Springs? If so, share it in the comments below!

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Check Out all of the Food Offerings at the Epcot International Festival of the Arts Starting January 12th

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January 9, 2018

The second Epcot International Festival of the Arts is right around the corner. Starting January 12th guests visiting Epcot will be treated to a celebration of the arts from around the world – visual, performing and culinary! There will be special entertainment, artists and galleries, and world-class cuisine! I just love the special event food offerings around World Showcase and am excited to have another event that includes food booths!

Here is what you can expect at Epcot’s World Showcase and Future World starting January 12th and running through February 19th.

The Deconstructed Dish (Showcase Plaza)

Deconstructed Reuben with shredded corned beef, Thousand Island dressing, pickled red cabbage, and a rye curl
Deconstructed BLT with crispy pork belly, tomato jam, and a soft poached egg
Deconstructed Strawberry Cheesecake: whipped New York style cheesecake with fresh Florida strawberries, sugar cookies and micro-basil
Deconstructed Breakfast: Twinings® Spiced Apple Chai Tea Shake with cream bourbon garnished with a waffle crisp and candied bacon
Deconstructed Breakfast: Twinings® Spiced Apple Chai Tea Shake garnished with maple syrup, a waffle crisp and candied bacon (non-alcoholic)
Intrinsic Cabernet Sauvignon, Washington
Pop-Artsicle: red, white, and blue frozen slushy (non-alcoholic)

Pop Eats (Showcase Plaza)

Sous Vide Poulet Rouge Chicken Roulade with apples and sage served with warm brie fondue, blueberry and beet gel and garnished with apple and beet chips (gluten friendly)
Shrimp Ceviche with lime mint foam (gluten friendly)
Almond Frangipane Cake layered with raspberry jam and chocolate (vegetarian)
Pop’t Art: Modern-designed Sugar Cookie with strawberry filling (vegetarian)
Popping Bubbles Cocktail
Cloudem Sparkling Wine

Decadent Delights (Showcase Plaza)

White Chocolate and Purple Sweet Potato Mousse, Caramel, Coconut and Maple Meringue
S’mores Tart: House-smoked Buttermilk Chocolate Cake with chocolate mousse, toasted marshmallow meringue, graham cracker dust and malted milk chocolate sauce
Chocolate Caramel Mousse Bar, Flavored Meringue Kisses and Passion Fruit Sauce
Artist Palette Jumbo Chocolate Chip Cookie
Ferreira 10 Year Old Port
3 Daughters Strawberry Blonde Nitro, St. Petersburg, FL
Breckenridge Nitro Vanilla Porter, Breckenridge, CO
Young’s Double Chocolate Stout, England
Neapolitan Beer Flight
Coppo Moncalvina Moscato d’Asti, Piedmont

Refreshment Port (Showcase Plaza)

Croissant Doughnut filled with Pastry Cream and Colored Pearls

El Artista Hambriento (Mexico)

Mixiote de Cordero: wrapped slow-braised lamb, marinated in tres chiles paste and spices
Tacos de Puerco: two corn tortillas with slow-roasted pork shoulder, marinated in ancho paste and served with sweet plantain purée and garnished with pea tendrils
Atole de Fresa and Mexican Concha Bread: warm strawberry drink served with Mexican concha bread
Frida Guava Margarita
Diego Passion Margarita on the rocks
Allende Craft Mexican Golden Ale

The Painted Panda (China)

Coconut Panda Rice Cake
Crispy Fried Shrimp in a Wonton Lotus Flower
Crystal Mooncake with fruit filling and garnished with toasted coconut
Scarlet Blossom: A cooler of Mango Wine, Strawberry Syrup and Ginger Ale
Fortune Cookie: ByeJoe Dragon Fire, Amaretto, Coconut and Pineapple
Strawberry Bubble Tea (non-alcoholic)

Refreshment Outpost (Between China and Germany)

Chilled Shrimp, Quinoa, Layered Vegetables, Spiced Yogurt and Red Pepper Coulis

Cuisine Classique (Germany)

Red Wine-braised Beef Short Rib with parsnip purée, broccolini, baby tomatoes, and aged balsamic
Seared Corvina with braised ratatouille and lemon-thyme beurre blanc (gluten friendly)
Saint-Honoré Tart: caramel cream tart with caramel glaze topped with cream puffs
Artist Palette Jumbo Chocolate Chip Cookie
Sierra Nevada Pale Ale, Chico, CA
Bell’s Two Hearted American-style India Pale Ale, Kalamazoo, MI
Duck-Rabbit Milk Stout, Farmville, NC
Beer Braising Flight
Campo Viejo Rioja Reserva Art Series, Logrono, Spain
Domaine Savary Chablis, Burgundy

L’Arte di Mangiare (Italy)

Involtini di Salmone al Basilico, Piso Venere, Salsa Romesco: basil-scented salmon roulade, purple rice and romesco sauce
Sformato di Melanzane e Pomodori, Mozzarella Fior di Latte: tomato and eggplant terrine, fior di latte mozzarella
Crema Fritta, Pesche e Rucola Pesto, Ciliege di Amarasca: cream fritters, peach and arugula pesto and amarena cherries
Amaretto Bellini: Amaretto, White Peach Purée and Prosecco
Vodka Rossini: Vodka, Strawberry Purée and Prosecco
Prosecco, Villa Sandi
Moscato Fior d’Arancio, Montegrande
Corbinello, Montegrande
Pinot Grigio, Bosco del Merlo
Merlot, Montegrande
Moretti Lager
Moretti La Rossa Double Malt Beer

The Artist’s Table (The American Adventure)

Roasted Pork Roulade with butternut squash purée, marble potatoes and baby carrots, with a red wine sauce
Pan-Seared Scallop with chorizo, roasted red pepper coulis, and parmesan crisp (gluten friendly)
Artist Palette Jumbo Chocolate Chip Cookie (Also available at Fife and Drum, American Adventure)
Callebaut Belgian Sipping Chocolate Flight: white, milk, & dark chocolate (non-alcoholic)
Callebaut Belgian Sipping Chocolate: dark chocolate with Chambord
Perla Santa Coffee Flavored Wine, Spain
Barrymore Rosé, Monterey County, CA
Carmel Road Drew’s Blend Pinot Noir, Monterey County, CA

Block and Hans (The American Adventure)

Honor Brewing Company Warrior IPA, Chantilly, VA
Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale, Lexington, KY
Ciderboys Grand Mimosa Apple Orange Hard Cider, Stevens Point, WI
Kona Brewing Co. Wailua Wheat, Kailua-Kona, HI
M.I.A. Brewing Mega Mix Pale Ale, Doral, FL
Founders Brewing Co. Porter, Grand Rapids, MI
Bell’s Amber Ale, Kalamazoo, MI

Funnel Cakes (American Adventure)

Orange Cream Funnel Cake

Takumi Table (Japan)

Chirashi Sushi and Haupia Pearl: salmon, tuna and yuzu miso with coconut tapioca pudding
Taiyaki Dessert: Japanese stuffed pastry, sweet red bean filling, sesame cream, and raspberry sauce
Calpico Yogurt Strawberry Swirl Sake
Masu Sake in a Personalized Wooden Cup

Mosaic Canteen (Morocco)

Hummus Trifle: Layered Hummus topped with spiced beef, pine nuts and dry cherries, served with pita chips
Mediterranean Flat Bread with za’atar, olive oil artichoke, olives, mozzarella and feta cheese
Chebbakia: hand-twisted strips of fried dough coated with honey, rosewater and sesame seeds
Embrace the Arak: Massaya Arak, Orange Juice and Grenadine
Tarima Red, Alicante, Spain
Casa Beer

L’Art de la Cuisine Française (France)

Rillettes du Mans, Cornichons, Carré du Boulanger: house-made pork rillettes, cornichons and house-made bread
Saumon en Croute Façon Paul Bocuse: salmon in a puff pastry crust Paul Bocuse-style with spinach and beurre blanc sauce
Le Coucher de Soleil: sunset mango and raspberry cake
Frosé: Frozen Côtes de Provence Rosé Wine with Grey Goose Vodka and Peach Purée
L’Or par Edmond Thery: French Sparkling Chardonnay
Alsace, Pinot Blanc, Reserve 2015, Gustave Lorentz
Bordeaux, Château Tour de Granins, Grand Poujeaux, Moulis en Medoc 2015

Masterpiece Kitchen (Near Canada)

Smoked Salmon Tartare, Caviar, Crisp Focaccia and traditional accompaniments
Wild Mushroom Risotto, Aged Parmesan, Truffle Shavings and Zinfandel Reduction (vegetarian)
Charcuterie Palette with artisan cured meats and cheeses featuring Nueske’s® Applewood Smoked Beef
Triple Chocolate Mousse, Chocolate Crunch, Dark Chocolate Sauce and Gold Leaf
Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque Brut Champagne
Classic Sidecar with a Chocolate Twist
The Meeker Vineyard Winemakers’ Handprint Merlot, Sonoma County, CA
Pinord La Dama Reserva Familiar Brut
Pinord La Dama Reserva Familiar Brut Rosé
Silverado Vineyards Chardonnay

Painter’s Palate (Odyssey, Festival Center)

Trio of Savory Croissant Doughnuts:
- Whipped Boursin® Garlic & Fine Herbs Cheese with fresh herbs (vegetarian)
- Chicken Salad with shaved fennel and fresh herbs
- Spicy Tuna with Wasabi and Seaweed Salad
Gallery Bites: A Trio of Hors d’Oeuvres
- Chilled Shrimp with cucumber cream cheese on a crostini
- Traditional Deviled Egg with candied bacon
- Crispy Truffled Risotto Ball with truffled aïoli (vegetarian)
Pop’t Art: Abstract-designed Sugar Cookie with strawberry filling (vegetarian)
White Chocolate Figment Puzzle on an Artist Palette
Mickey and Pluto White Chocolate Painting with chocolate easel (gluten and vegetarian friendly)
Festival of the Arts White Chocolate Painting with chocolate easel (gluten and vegetarian friendly)
Pomegranate Mule featuring Van Gogh Vodka
North Coast Brewing Co. Scrimshaw Pilsner Style Beer, Fort Bragg, CA
M.I.A. Beer Company Jazz IPA, Doral, FL
Central 28 Beer Company Miss Mary Brown Oatmeal Brown Ale, DeBary, FL
Popcorn Pairing Flight

Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company
Future World East

Painted Lady Latte: a shot of Joffrey’s Italian Espresso mixed with rich Baileys Espresso Créme Liqueur, topped with steamed milk and whipped cream

Canada

Night Sky Latte: a delicious shot of Joffrey’s Italian Espresso mixed with Creamy Godiva Chocolate Liqueur, topped with steamed milk and whipped cream

Disney Traders

Cinnamon Sensation: a shot of Italian Espresso mixed with RumChata and Cinnamon Whiskey, blended with steamed milk and whipped cream

The American Adventure

Dreamy Bourbon: a shot of Italian Espresso mixed with Bourbon Whiskey Cream Liqueur, blended with steamed milk and whipped cream

Well now I’m hungry and can’t wait to try some of the delicious food and drinks available starting January 12th.

Source: Disney Parks Blog

Photo Credits: Disney Parks Blog

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Our First Look at the New ‘Roseanne’

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January 9, 2018

“Roseanne” is scheduled to return to our TV screens this Spring. Today, we are getting our first glimpse at the revival show with a few new snapshots.

Iconic comedy series “Roseanne” returns to The ABC Television Network with an hourlong premiere on Tuesday, March 27, at 8 p.m. EDT with nine new episodes featuring the complete original cast including Roseanne Barr, John Goodman, Sara Gilbert, Laurie Metcalf, Michael Fishman and Lecy Goranson. Sarah Chalke, who played the character Becky in later seasons, will also appear as new character, Andrea. New cast joining the one-of-a-kind Conner family includes Emma Kenney as Harris Conner-Healy, Ames McNamara as Mark Conner-Healy and Jayden Rey as Mary Conner. With fresh stories that tackle today’s issues and even more laughs from a brilliant cast and crew that haven’t missed a beat, audiences old and new will celebrate the homecoming of America’s favorite working-class family.

Are you excited for the return of “Roseanne?”

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‘The Bachelor Winter Games’ to Premiere Next Month

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January 9, 2018

Are you a “Bachelor” and “Bachelorette” fan like me? Is love the universal language? Find out as 14 international bachelors and bachelorettes from such countries as Switzerland, Japan, and Australia compete and, hopefully, find love with 12 of America’s Bachelor Nation favorites. These singles will go head-to-head in winter-themed challenges, including the toughest sport of all – love.

Chris Harrison hosts this highly anticipated, four-episode series, complete with the usual dose of tears, drama, romance, and laughter, as “The Bachelor Winter Games,” a global celebration of unity and love.

For close to two decades, “The Bachelor,” a pop culture phenomenon, has spawned international versions of the series. For the first time since its inception, 26 of the most eligible singles from around the world gather at the luxurious Vermont winter resort of The Hermitage Club.

In the series premiere, the participants meet in the streets of Vermont for a grand celebration. Bachelor royalty Trista and Ryan Sutter serve as grand marshals kicking off the festivities. With the backdrop of snowy winter white mountains, ESPN SportsCenter anchor and sports journalist Hannah Storm, and KABC-TV sports anchor and correspondent Ashley Brewer join host Chris Harrison for the action. Following a featured performance by up-and-coming country music sensation Ruthie Collins, the singles move into their Bachelor villa and the games of love begin.

Throughout the run of “The Bachelor Winter Games,” fans can expect twists and turns on and off the ski mountain, as well as romance, heartbreak, love and, of course, roses. The bachelors and bachelorettes will participate in challenges from winter biathlon to ice dancing, with date cards being given to the winners of each challenge. Romantic dates will test the bachelors’ and bachelorettes’ perseverance in pursuing relationships with one another while faced with language barriers and cultural differences, including some amusing issues with intimacy. With guest appearances by world champion and five-time U.S. figure skating pairs champions Tai Babilonia and Randy Gardner, as well as figure skating legend Nancy Kerrigan, “The Bachelor Winter Games” promises no shortage of excitement. Viewers will watch Bachelor Nation expand into Bachelor World as love expands over oceans and across continents.

The Bachelors and Bachelorettes who can be revealed are:

USA Men
Ben, 29, “The Bachelor” Season 20 – USA
Dean, 26, “The Bachelorette” Season 13 (Rachel Lindsay) – USA
Eric, 29, “The Bachelorette” Season 13 (Rachel Lindsay) – USA
Jamey, 33, “The Bachelorette” Season 13 (Rachel Lindsay) – USA
Josiah, 29, “The Bachelorette” Season 13 (Rachel Lindsay) – USA
Luke, 33, “The Bachelorette” Season 12 (JoJo Fletcher) – USA
Michael, 37, “The Bachelorette” Season 9 (Desiree Hartsock Siegfried) – USA

USA Women
Ashley I., 29, “The Bachelor” Season 19 (Chris Soules) – USA
Clare, 36, “The Bachelor” Season 18 (Juan Pablo Galavis) – USA
Lesley, 30, “The Bachelor” Season 17 (Sean Lowe) – USA

International Men
Benoit, 31, “The Bachelorette” Season 1 – Canada
Christian, 34, “The Bachelorette” Season 1 – Switzerland and Germany
Courtney, 31, “The Bachelorette” Season 2 – Australia
Jordan, 34, “The Bachelor” Season 2 – New Zealand
Kevin, 33, “The Bachelorette” Season 1 – Canada
International Women
Ally, 24, “The Bachelor” Season 3 – New Zealand
Jenny, 34, “The Bachelor” Season 1 – Finland
Laura, 29, “The Bachelor” Season 1 – United Kingdom
Lily, 21, “The Bachelor” Season 3 – New Zealand
Nastassia, 26, “The Bachelor” Season 3 – Sweden
Rebecca, 26, “The Bachelor” Season 3 – Sweden
Tiffany, 31, “The Bachelor” Season 4 – Australia
Yuki, 21, “The Bachelor” Season 1 – Japan
Zoe, 25, “The Bachelor” Season 1 – China

“The Bachelor Winter Games” premieres on Tuesday, February 13 from 8:00 to 10:01 pm EST. The series will continue on Thursday, February 15; Tuesday, February 20, and will have its finale on Thursday, February 22. All episodes will air 8:00-10:01 p.m. EST. All episodes can be seen on the ABC Television Network, streaming and on demand.

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Disney Cruise Ship Receives a Perfect Score After Inspection!

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January 9, 2018

Disney Cruise Ship Receives a Perfect Score After Inspection!

Rest assured that you are in good hands with Disney Cruise Lines! The Disney Magic received a perfect score when it was inspected on October 21st, 2017. This was no easy feat as only six ships across the board received perfect score status.

All passenger ships must undergo the inspection process that call at any U.S. ports.

In order to pass inspections, ships must score an 86 or higher on a 100-point scale. A perfect score is 100. Great job Disney!

On each ship, the galley, dining rooms, swimming pools, hot tubs, kids’ clubs, and cabins are all inspected.

Two ships, not owned by Disney Cruise Lines, did not pass inspections. They were the Carnival Triumph, which scored a 78, and the Ponant’s Le Boreal, which scored an 84.

Every ship must correct any violations and submit a statement to the CDC describing the corrections made.

Earlier in the year, two other Disney ships earned a perfect score, the Disney Dream and Wonder.

Source: Cruise Critic

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Will Stitch’s Great Escape Close for Good?

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January 9, 2018

Stitch's Great Escape

Stitch’s Great Escape at Magic Kingdom supposedly closed its doors for good on January 6th. But is that true? Disney never issued an official statement about a closure, which led us all to wonder whether it really was the end for Stitch.

On Tuesday, a Disney spokesperson told Spectrum News 13 that Stitch is still seasonal and that it would reopen. The spokesperson would not provide a specific date.

For the past few years, as we have reported numerous times, the attraction has operated seasonally and even serves as a character meet and greet location. As for now, that looks like it may stay the same.

Who knows the fate of Stitch’s Great Escape, but for now, Stitch is still a seasonal attraction.

Are you happy to see Stitch stay or are you ready to see it go?

Source: mynews13

Will Stitch's Great Escape Close for Good?

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Children’s Activity Centers at Walt Disney World to Close

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January 9, 2018

Children’s Activity Centers at Walt Disney World to Close

The Walt Disney World Resort has announced that their 3 Children’s Activity Centers located at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, and Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts will be ceasing operation on August 1, 2018.

Disney has stated that there just were not enough guests taking advantage of this service but they will be exploring other options for their younger guests.

Existing reservations will be accommodated. July 31 will be the last day of operation for all 3 Children’s Activity Centers.

Kid’s Nite Out will remain available for Guests looking for a child or babysitter service.

We called Disney just a short while to confirm this change.

Children’s Activity Centers at Walt Disney World to Close

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Rumor: Walt Disney World Club Level Guests May Soon be Able to Purchase 3 Additional FastPasses

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January 9, 2018

Club level guest may purchase 3 additional fastpasses rumor

If the rumors are true, staying Club Level at a Walt Disney World Resort may have an additional benefit.

According to WFTV’s Chip Skambis, Club Level guests may soon have the opportunity to purchase 3 additional FastPasses per guest, per day.

https://twitter.com/chickenlilchip/status/950775489932742656

Those 3 additional FastPasses are rumored to cost $50 per guest per day and will have a 3-day minimum. Sources say that the additional FastPasses can be used at any of the Walt Disney World theme parks.

https://twitter.com/chickenlilchip/status/950777107013087232

At this time, Disney has not released a statement confirming, or denying, this rumor. As soon as we hear anything else, we will share it immediately.

Source: Chip Skambis

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‘Little Flyers’ Receive Free Airline Wing Pins at Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante at Disney Springs

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January 9, 2018

The newly opened Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante at Disney Springs has been created to be a once-abandoned Disney Springs airline terminal from the 1930s, now transformed into a restaurant. The theming is so wonderful that they are even bringing the children into the story. “Little Flyers” can stop by the check-in desk in the restaurant lobby and pick up their very own set of wings!

Little fliers @mariaandenzos can get their own set of wings @disneysprings! #mariaandenzos #disneysprings #onthegofinds #twitter pic.twitter.com/HO7gwnXhTf

— On the Go in MCO (@onthegoinmco) January 9, 2018

They are also given out when families are randomly selected to enjoy the First Class Lounge located upstairs from the main dining room. Perks of First Class include a complimentary glass of Prosecco for the grown-ups and the airline pins for the kiddos.

Special thanks to On the Go in MCO for the great photo!