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Win a runDisney Marathon Entry and a Trip to Disney World from Runner’s World

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Runner’s World is giving you the opportunity to win “run-cation” to Disney World for the 25th Annual runDisney Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend. Plus, the lucky winner will also receive one entry into one of the Marathon Weekend races!

Here’s what the grand prize winner will receive:

  • Round trip airfare for winner and three guests to/from a major commercial airport gateway within the continental United States
  • One standard double occupancy accommodations at a Walt Disney World Resort hotel for five nights with theme park tickets
  • Celebrate 25 years of running the parks with one race entry into the race of your choice including: Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, or Marathon

To enter and find the official rules, CLICK HERE.

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Win a runDisney Marathon Entry and a Trip to Disney World from Runner's World

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6 Year Old Gets Special Thank You From Deputies At Magic Kingdom

6 Year Old Gets Special Thank You From Deputies At Magic Kingdom

A kindhearted 6-year old little boy named Aiden had a nice moment with his heroes this weekend outside the Magic Kingdom. Aiden and his father have a tradition of handing out special coins to deputies at the Disney parks. These coins are unique as they display Saint Michael, the patron saint of law enforcement.

Aiden’s father explained that usually the officers are very friendly and accommodating but this weekend the deputies asked if they could have a photo with Aiden too.

“Aiden was thrilled,” his father wrote. “We didn’t catch the name of the deputies heading into Magic Kingdom today, but just wanted to say thank you again for keeping us safe and allowing our family to enjoy a great day at Disney while you sacrifice a day away from your own family.”

The Orange County Sheriff’s Office responded on its Facebook page saying, “On behalf of all law enforcement, we thank Aiden for his act of kindness”.

6 Year Old Gets Special Thank You From Deputies At Magic Kingdom

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D23 Expo Will Feature “Through the Years” Disney Parks Milestone Collection

D23 Expo Will Feature "Through the Years" Disney Parks Milestone Collection

The D23 Expo 2017 is just 9 days away. As it gets closer Disney keeps dropping new details that get us more excited for the event! Today I’m sharing news about the merchandise collection “Through the Years” that will be featured at the Disney Dream Store during the event at the Anaheim Convention Center. This collection showcases key milestones at the Disney Parks, like the Star Tours 30th Anniversary, EPCOT 35th Anniversary, Space Mountain 40th Anniversary, and the Pirates of the Caribbean 50th Anniversary.

D23 Expo Will Feature "Through the Years" Disney Parks Milestone Collection

Richard Terpstra, Graphic Designer with Disney Consumer Products and Interactive Media Creative Group spoke a little about the creation of the four amazing posters that were used as the foundation for these collections. “My Creative Director Doug Strayer and I loved working on this project for the D23 Expo as it celebrates some of our guests’ most beloved attractions and places at Disney Parks,” explained Richard. “One of my favorite parts of this project was collaborating with the Walt Disney Archives to obtain archival reference imagery. We used some of those images in the designs. Each poster has a unique art style inspired by a particular time period. We took elements from each poster to create an overall style guide which our merchandising partners referenced when creating the product assortments.”

D23 Expo Will Feature "Through the Years" Disney Parks Milestone Collection

Vintage drive-in movie posters and advertisements from the 1960s inspired Richard for the Pirates of the Caribbean poster. Richard and character artist Dave Holbrook partnered on the creation of the Space Mountain poster which mixes 1970s futurism with styles pulled from 1920s vintage travel posters.

Richard said that the EPCOT poster was influenced by early 1980s arcade game packaging and VHS videotape covers, while Principal Character Artist Brian Blackmore lent his expertise on the character design. The Star Tours image was a collaboration between Richard and Senior Character Artist Ron Cohee creating a collage of Star Tours references.

D23 Expo Will Feature "Through the Years" Disney Parks Milestone Collection D23 Expo Will Feature "Through the Years" Disney Parks Milestone Collection

These images will also be available for purchase on apparel, hats, drink-ware, ornaments, and more at the Disney Dream Store. The featured posters will come in an over-sized tube and a framed giclée.

D23 Expo Will Feature "Through the Years" Disney Parks Milestone Collection

D23 Expo Will Feature "Through the Years" Disney Parks Milestone Collection

Limited edition pins will also be released for each milestone. The jumbo-sized pins will each have an edition size of 500 while the individuals will have edition sizes of 1,000. D23 Expo attendees will also be able to pick up Vinylmation Eachez figures inspired by Pirates of the Caribbean and Star Tours.

Chip and Co. will be attending the D23 Expo this year bringing you all the latest news. Will you be there too?

D23 Expo Will Feature "Through the Years" Disney Parks Milestone Collection

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Source Credit : Disney Parks Blog

It’s Disney Hollywood Studios Family Photo Time

It's Disney Hollywood Studios Family Photo Time

Have you ever asked a Cast Member to take your family photo?   During a recent visit to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, we were invited by a Cast Member to take part in a Family Photo.  A family had just asked the Cast Member to take their photo.  What happened next was so much fun!

See our short video of the gathering that took place for this Family Photo:  

Being open to these types of fun moments truly enhances the Disney Experience.  We spend so much time planning and rushing forward to the next thing during our visits. However, if we stop and experience the moment, we create some really fun magical memories.  So if a Cast Member calls you in for a Family Photo Time  just do it.  After all, We are all Family here at the Walt Disney World Resort. 

Have you ever been invited to participate in a fun Family Photo at the Walt Disney World Resort?  Please leave your comments in the box below.

The Market at Ale & Compass Offers Quick Service Meals, Snacks & Beverages

The Market at Ale & Compass Offers Quick Service Meals, Snacks & Beverages

The Market at Ale & Compass offers Quick Service Meals, Snacks & Beverages in the Yacht Club Resort.  Open from 6:00am-11:30pm, this venue serves breakfast, lunch and dinner options.  You can find The Market At Ale & Compass along the hallway from the main lobby, taking up part of the space where the Fittings and Fairings Gift Shop was located, and is still undergoing a refurbishment of its own.

The Welcome mat at the entrance is an inviting touch.

You can always find a smiling Cast Member ready to greet you as you enter.  There is also some minor construction still taking place at the entrance with the plastic covering the ceiling and part of the wall.  The second half of this location will be the refurbished Fittings and Fairings Gift Shop to open sometime later this month.

The Market At Ale & Compass serves up the following items:

For Breakfast~ Egg White Breakfast Wrap, Ham and Cheddar Breakfast Sandwich, Turkey and Cheese Breakfast Sandwich, Spinach and Feta Pastry, Sticky Buns and Gourmet Oatmeal

For Lunch & Dinner~ Ham and Cheddar Sandwich, Spicy Italian Panini, Grilled Chicken Panini, Vegetable Sandwich and Spinach and Feta Pastry

Also available for purchase are fresh-made pastries, breakfast cereals,  coffee and tea.  There is a toaster and microwave if needed as well.

One of the more unique features of this quick-serve location is the on-site friendly Barista ready to assist.  There is a wonderful set-up for specialty coffees, cappuccinos, and other specialty beverages.

And speaking of beverages, this is where you can purchase and fill your refillable mugs.  We love the sleek look of the new Freestyle Coca-Cola Machines.

The warming case features hot sandwiches and sticky buns.

If you enjoy a bottle of wine, stop by the wine table to see what they have on offer.  There is a list with pricing on display for your convenience.

Chilled sandwiches, salads, juices, wines, yogurt parfaits, cupcakes and the like can be found in the large refrigerated cooler.  Here you will find children’s options such as Ham Sandwich on Goldfish Bread and Kids Finger Food Protein Box.  They also have a freezer stocked with ice cream because what would a day at Disney be without a Mickey Ice Cream? And by the way, the Halo Top Sea Salt Caramel Ice Cream is AMAZING!

Just looking to grab a snack and refill your resort mug?  You have come to the right place.  Here you will find gluten-free and allergy-friendly options along with healthy snack choices such as Seaweed Fava Chips and Almond Butter Pretzel packs.  If you have a sweet tooth, you can find The Ganachery Chocolate Bars, Smash Mallow Treats and fresh-made bagged sweets such as Lemon Madelines.  The theming is reminiscent of an old beach-side market with its displays and sand-colored tones.

The seating area provides a nice spot to sit and relax while enjoying a meal or a snack with a beverage.

The Market at Ale & Compass Offers Quick Service Meals, Snacks & Beverages

The Cast Members are always ready to assist with a smile.  We love the Disney Cast Members

If you are planning a visit to the Yacht Club Resort be sure to stop by this new venue.  The Disney Dining Plan is accepted at this location.  Being from Massachusetts originally, I particularly enjoyed the small-town beach feeling inside this space.  From the display baskets and tin buckets, to the driftwood style displays and old-market-style tables featuring food items, I felt right at home.  The Market At Ale & Compass is sure to please even some its more discerning customers with all of the unique choices for quick-service meals, snacks and beverages.  You are on vacation so have the Sea Salt Caramel Ice Cream, or a Mickey Ice Cream Bar, for dessert!

What do you think of this new quick-serve option at the Yacht Club Resort?  Please leave your comments in the box below.

Special 4th of July Fireworks in Epcot & the Magic Kingdom

Special 4th of July Fireworks in Epcot & the Magic Kingdom

Disney pays tribute to our Independence day with special 4th of July Fireworks in both Epcot and the Magic Kingdom this year.

Here is a look at the special Red, White and Blue Illuminations from Epcot:

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Disney’s Celebration America! A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky was streamed live last night from the Magic Kingdom, in case you missed the fireworks you can check them out below.

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So tell us what you thought of the fireworks in the comment box below.

Is Brazil the Next Country to be Added to the World Showcase?

Epcot World Showcase

Rumors have been circulating for years about a few new countries coming to the World Showcase in Epcot. With the D23 Expo right around the corner, rumors are heating up that Brazil will be the next country represented in the World Showcase.

The Brazil Pavilion is speculated to be added between the Germany and Italy Pavilions. Currently, that space just houses a miniature train set and is used as storage. The 1.5 acre area has sat vacant in anticipation for another pavilion since the park was opened in 1982.

Also, likely to be announced for this new pavilion would be some type of attraction but we are not sure what that would be at this time. We should expect to hear confirmation of this rumor at the D23 Expo later this month.

I’d love to see Brazil added as the 12th country in the World Showcase!

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Is Brazil the Next Country to be Added to the World Showcase?

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Celebrate the Fourth With an American Flag Mini Cake in Epcot

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How cute are these American Flag themed mini cakes?! These all-American treats scream July fourth with red and white striped cake topped with blue icing and star-shaped sprinkles, they are a sweet take on the symbol of America.

The specialty mini cakes can be found at Walt Disney World Resort, in Epcot’s Future World at Sunshine Seasons. Sunshine Seasons is a quick service restaurant located inside The Land Pavilion. Grab one of these star-spangled treats before they are gone!

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Loving this American Flag mini cake? Check out the patriotic treat in Disney Springs, available through today only, click here!

Celebrate the Fourth With an American Flag Mini Cake in Epcot

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Are you at home missing out on all these fun holiday treats? No worries! I can help you get started planning your July 4th Disney vacation for 2018! Fill out our form below to receive your FREE quote from one of our Authorized Disney Vacation Planners.

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Make your own Patriotic ‘Kitchen Sink’ at Home!

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“The Kitchen Sink” is arguably the most iconic dessert option at Walt Disney World. Now you can make it at home this Independence Day with these directions from the Disney Parks Blog!

Disney Parks Blog thought that July 4th would be a great time to showcase how you at home could recreate one of our favorites – the Kitchen Sink from the Beaches & Cream Soda Shop at Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts – with a little extra “red, white and blue” spirit.

It only takes a few easy substitutions – blueberries and strawberries for bananas and blueberry syrup for chocolate syrup; and then adding some sweet extras like red, white and blue cake sprinkles, candies or edible beads. We topped ours off with some simple Independence Day decorations – but you can let your creativity take you wherever it leads.

It’s great because kids can help with the preparation; and the result is sharable with a huge group of friends.

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Happy 4th of July! Let us know if you make one of these iconic sundaes by sharing your photos with us!

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Make your own Patriotic 'Kitchen Sink' at Home!

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Enjoy a Patriotic Ice Cream Cone at Sprinkles in Disney Springs

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Happy 4th of July!! If you’re spending Independence Day at the Walt Disney World Resort, stop in at Sprinkles in Disney Springs and grab one of their limited-time blue waffle cones in celebration of the day! Choose to fill your waffle cone with Red Velvet Ice Cream for an even more patriotic treat!

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The frozen treat is perfect for a hot summer day in Disney, but the special cones will only be around through the end of today so be sure to get yours while you can!

Will you be heading to Sprinkles before the day is over? Snap a picture of your patriotic snack and share it in the comments!

Enjoy a Patriotic Ice Cream Cone at Sprinkles in Disney Springs

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Photo Pass Celebrates America with These Patriotic Photos at Walt Disney World

Photo Pass Celebrates America with These Patriotic Photos at Walt Disney World

The American spirit is not just celebrated on Independence Day at Walt Disney World. Guests of the Disney World Theme Parks can see American patriotism on display every single day of the year!

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You can see America’s past brought to life at the American Adventure, let your spirits soar as you catch a patriotic choral performance from the Voices of Liberty, join the Muppets as they reenact great moments in American history, pay tribute to pivotal figures in U.S. history at Liberty Tree Tavern, and honor the 13 original colonies at the Liberty Tree – a living symbol of the American freedoms of speech and assembly.

Photo Pass Celebrates America with These Patriotic Photos at Walt Disney World WDW

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I don’t know about you but I love seeing my favorite Mouse all dressed up in America’s colors! What are you doing to celebrate America’s birthday?

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Photo Pass Celebrates America with These Patriotic Photos at Walt Disney World

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The TeePublic Fourth of July Sale is Happening Now!

TeePublic Fourth of July Sale

The Fourth of July TeePublic Site Wide Coupon Sale is here and ready to celebrate Independence Day with lots of great tees for the summer! Everything will be 30% off on 4th with the coupon code: AMERICA

All day today our friends at TeePublic a 30% off coupon sale! The T-Shirts and accessories in the Chip and Co Store are also included in this sale, or you can check out some of the new designs from other Disney Designers.

Just click here to check out all of the fun Disney or non Disney designs, or click here to check out some of our Disney Addict inspired designs.

Happy Fourth of July Everyone!

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