Disney is Reminding Guests Tonight is the Last Night For Wishes

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May 11, 2017

After making it’s debut October 9, 2003, tonight we say good-bye to Disney’s Wishes at Magic Kingdom.

This nighttime spectacular enchanted guests with all their favorite Disney songs and the voices of Disney characters in the biggest fireworks extravaganza in Magic Kingdom park history. Wishes quickly became Disney’s most beloved fireworks show, there will not be a dry eye in the Magic Kingdom tonight that’s for sure. Disney’s newest fireworks display “Happily Ever After” will debut tomorrow night.

Don’t miss your chance to say good-bye to Wishes. Join Chip and Co. live on Facebook from the Magic Kingdom tonight at 9pm and we can all cry together.

Will you be joining us to say good-bye? Don’t forget, set a reminder!

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Disney Cruise Line Fall 2018 Itineraries and Sail Dates Have Been Announced!

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May 11, 2017

Disney Cruise Line has just released their Fall 2018 sailings. Some of these exciting itineraries include a first-time Bermuda cruise, new ports of call on Canada sailings, and favorite destinations in the The Bahamas and the Caribbean.

Disney Cruise Line Castaway Club Members will be able to book these new cruises before the general public.

When to Book:

Platinum Members – Begins May 15, 2017 at 8:00 AM EST
Gold Members – Begins May 16, 2017 at 8:00 AM EST
Silver Members – Begins May 17, 2017 at 8:00 AM EST
General public – Begins May 18, 2017 at 8:00 AM EST

Take a look at all of the sailings Disney Cruise Line guests will have to choose from!

Bermuda

2018 5-Night Bermuda Cruise from New York

10/4, 10/19, 10/24, 10/29

2018 6-Night Bermuda Cruise from New York

10/13

Canada

2018 4-Night Canada Cruise from New York

10/9

2018 7-Night Canada Cruise from New York to Quebec City

9/20

2018 7-Night Canada Cruise from Quebec City to New York

9/27

Baja

2018 2-Night Baja Cruise from San Diego

9/28, 10/5

2018 4-Night Baja Cruise from San Diego

9/19

2018 5-Night Baja Cruise from San Diego

9/14, 9/23, 9/30, 10/14

Mexican Riviera

2018 7-Night Mexican Riviera Cruise from San Diego – Sailing on 10/7

Eastern Caribbean

2018 5-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise from San Juan to Miami

11/30

2018 6-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise from New York to San Juan

11/24

2018 7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral

10/6, 10/20, 11/3, 11/17, 12/1, 12/15, 12/29

Western Caribbean

2018 4-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Galveston

11/8, 11/12

2018 5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Miami

12/9

2018 5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Miami

12/23

2018 5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Miami

12/28

2018/2019 6-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Galveston

11/2, 12/21, 1/3

2018 7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral

10/13, 10/27, 11/10, 11/24, 12/8, 12/22

2018 7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Galveston

11/30

Bahamas

2018 3-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral

10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, 12/7, 12/14, 12/21, 12/28

2018 4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral

10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/5, 11/12, 11/26, 12/3, 12/10

2018 4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral with 2 Stops at Castaway Cay

11/19, 12/31

2018 4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral

12/17

2018 4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral

12/24

2018 4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Miami

12/5, 12/19

2018 5-Night Bahamian Cruise from Miami

12/14

2018 7-Night Bahamian Cruise from Galveston

11/16, 12/7, 12/14

2018 7-Night Bahamian Cruise from Galveston

11/23, 12/27

2018 7-Night Bahamian Cruise from New York

11/3, 11/10, 11/17

Transatlantic

2018 11-Night Westbound Transatlantic Cruise from Dover to New York – Sailing on 9/9

Panama Canal

2018 14-Night Eastbound Panama Canal Cruise from San Diego to Galveston – Sailing on 10/19

California Coast

2018 4-Night California Coast Cruise from Vancouver to San Diego – Sailing on 9/10

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Image Credit : Disney Cruise Line

BREAKING OVERNIGHT: Fire Reported Outside of Cinderella Castle in Disney World

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May 11, 2017

A small fire was reported last night outside Cinderella Castle in the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. Initial reports indicated that the fire started inside the kitchen at Cinderella’s Royal Table. However, after further investigation, the fire appears to have started by embers from one of the last nightly performances of Wishes Nighttime Spectacular.

Guests and cast members were evacuated from the Castle as a precaution. Witnesses reported a pontoon boat from Reedy Creek Fire Department in the moat around the castle and firefighters focusing on the area where the Wishing Well stands. Once the “all clear” was given, guests and cast members were permitted back inside the castle. Some witnesses indicated that a electrical fire smell was still present a few hours after the reported fire. No injuries were reported.

Wishes last performance is scheduled for tonight while the new Nighttime Spectacular, Happily Ever After, begins tomorrow night.

Photo Credit: Disney

When Can I Book My 2018 Walt Disney World Vacation Package?

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May 11, 2017

Chip and Co. loves our early birds! Lately, the question we hear asked the most is “When can I book my 2018 Walt Disney World Vacation Package?”. Unfortunately we don’t have a definite answer for you yet. But, Disney usually has these finalized and posted around June for the following year. The good news is that we will be on the front line of reporting this information to you just as soon as Disney releases it. So stay tuned!

Until that happens here is a listing of all the great features included in a Walt Disney Resort Vacation Package:

1-10 Night Stay at a Disney World Resort
Magic Your Way Base Ticket – visit 1 park per day

Additional Add-ons Include:

Park Hopper Option (visit multiple parks per day)
Park Hopper Plus Option (includes resort park hopping and visits to Disney Water Parks, ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, Disney’s Oak Trail Golf Course, Disney’s Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf Course, and Disney’s Winter Summerland Miniature Golf Course)
Dining Plans
- Quick Service Dining Package – 2 Quick Service Meal Credits and 2 Snack Credits per person, per night and 1 Resort Refillable Mug per person
- Standard Disney Dining Package – 1 Quick Service Meal Credit, 1 Table Service Meal Credit, and 2 Snack Credits per person, per night and 1 Resort Refillable Mug per person
- Deluxe Dining – 3 Meal Credits (any combination of Quick-Service or Table-Service) and 2 Snacks Credits per person, per night and 1 Resort Refillable Mug per person

Your Disney Magic Your Way Vacation Package will also include (subject to change):

Disney’s Magical Express – Complimentary Roundtrip Motorcoach Transportation from the Orlando International Airport (MCO) to your Disney Resort
Commemorative Luggage Tags (One per person)

and these special offers and discounts…

ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex voucher (4 per reservation)
Miniature Golf voucher (4 per reservation)
Splitsville Luxury Lanes Discount (One per reservation)
Sammy Duvall’s Water Sports Discount (One per reservation)
House of Blues Discount (One per reservation)
Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company Discount (One per reservation)
Something Silver Discount (One per reservation)
Arribas Brothers Discount (One per reservation)
Curl by Sammy Duvall Discount (One per reservation)
Pop Gallery Discount (One per reservation)
Shore Discount (One per reservation)
The Hair Wrap Gallery Discount (One per reservation)

Stay tuned to Chipandco.com and follow along on Facebook to be the first to know the latest Disney news and special offers.

Planning a trip to Disney? There are still fantastic 2017 Summer and Fall packages to be hand. Fill out our form below to receive your FREE quote.

Want more help planning your next Disney trip? As an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner, my goal is to help you plan the Magic your way. I can put together customized itineraries, book your advanced dining and FastPass+ reservations, monitor for discounts for your vacation and much much more! And did I mention my services are always FREE? Get in touch at 1.800.454.4501, via email at [email protected] or follow along on Facebook.

Image Credit : Disney

Celebrate Mother’s Day at Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs

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May 11, 2017

Here’s another option to celebrate Mom on Mother’s Day at Disney Springs in Walt Disney World. Morimoto Asia will be hosting a special meal where the guest of honor is Mom!

For Mother’s Day, let Mom indulge in exceptional Pan-Asian specialties and decadent cocktails at Morimoto Asia. In addition, all moms will receive a complimentary mimosa and flower to make her feel extra special.

What are your plans for Mother’s Day?

It’s never too late to plan a trip to Disney World or any other Disney Destination to celebrate mom! Fill out the form below form below or send an email for a FREE, no obligation quote with an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner. As an agent with MickeyTravels, I’ll be on hand to help you with everything from finding your perfect package to nabbing those hard-to-get dining and FastPass reservations. I work with all Disney Destinations including Disney Cruise Line and Adventures by Disney. Best of all, my services are absolutely FREE. Get in touch at 1.954.401.9577, via email at [email protected], or follow along on Facebook.

Save up to 20% at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa or Disneyland Hotel

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May 11, 2017

For the next month Disney is offering special savings to guests staying in premium rooms at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa or Disneyland Hotel. Guests will stay in the middle of the magic and enjoy savings of up to 20% off their resort rooms.

As an added bonus, if you upgrade to a two night or longer Walt Disney Travel Company vacation package, with theme park tickets included, you’ll receive extra benefits. Guests will receive perks including Extra Magic Hour (an early morning admission option available on select mornings), character wake-up calls, merchandise delivery to your hotel and the ability to charge meals and purchases (from the theme parks) to your room! All of this is in addition to having both theme parks and Downtown Disney just steps from your resort room!

This special offer is available on select Sunday through Thursday night stays until June 15, 2017. Savings on premium rooms are available on Premium, Deluxe and Woods/Garden/Courtyard rooms. Offer excludes select Concierge rooms and suites, except Artisan and Regal suites and is not valid on previously booked rooms. Advanced reservations are required. The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited so guests are encouraged to book early to ensure availability. There is also a limit of 2 rooms per reservation with a maximum of 5 guests per room.

Want to start planning your Disneyland getaway? Fill out our form below to receive your FREE quote.

Want more help planning your next Disney trip? As an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner, my goal is to help you plan the Magic your way. I can put together customized itineraries, book your advanced dining and FastPass+ reservations, monitor for discounts for your vacation and much much more! And did I mention my services are always FREE? Get in touch at 1.800.454.4501, via email at [email protected] or follow along on Facebook.

Serena Williams Previews Pandora – The World of Avatar!

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May 10, 2017

Number 1-ranked tennis player in the world, Serena Williams, made a stop by Animal Kingdom in Walt Disney World this week to be one of the first to preview Pandora – The World of Avatar!

Serena was able to take a ride on the Na’vi River, see the floating mountains, and take in the bioluminescent rain forests firsthand. By the looks of things on her Instagram, she had a magical time!

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Pandora – The World of Avatar officially opens May 27.

Ready to plan your visit to Pandora – The World of Avatar or any other Disney Destination? Fill out the form below form below or send an email for a FREE, no obligation quote with an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner. As an agent with MickeyTravels, I’ll be on hand to help you with everything from finding your perfect package to nabbing those hard-to-get dining and FastPass reservations. I work with all Disney Destinations including Disney Cruise Line and Adventures by Disney. Best of all, my services are absolutely FREE. Get in touch at 1.954.401.9577, via email at [email protected], or follow along on Facebook.

“Pirates Of The Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales” Fan Event Announcement At El Capitan

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May 10, 2017

Disney’s El Capitan Theatre right in the center of Hollywood is going to hold a special double feature fan event on May 25th! Guests will be among the first to see the new film in Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean franchise “Dead Men Tell No Tales.” The first film in the double feature is “The Curse of the Black Pearl,” but it that doesn’t excite you consider a movie and a meal package for the 10:40pm showing on Thursday or any show on Friday a the nearby Dave & Busters.

El Capitan Theatre General Manager Ed Collins said, “The El Capitan Theatre is your Disney headquarters for Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales. At The El Capitan Theatre, guests will find themselves immersed in the world of the film — audience members can take a picture with Captain Jack Sparrow before every screening and they can visit the exclusive Pirates of the Caribbean prop and costume display.”

“Best of all we will be projecting the film in Dolby Vision 3D Laser Projection & Dolby Atmos Sound Technology – which is the best way to experience this film,” continued Collins.

The Double Feature Fan Event with Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl starts at 3:00 PM followed by Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales at 7:00PM. Admission is $50 per person, which includes: reserved seating, popcorn in a souvenir Metal Tin (with one free refill), 20 oz. bottled drink and an exclusive poster. Plus special Guest Appearances, Costume Contest, Prizes and Surprises! Too much fun not to miss!!

Click here to learn more.

eBay Teams Up With Disney To Celebrate The Premiere of Pirates Of The Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales

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May 10, 2017

In celebration of the premiere of Disney’s and Jerry Bruckheimer Films’ “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales”, eBay is launching exclusive experiences and a selection of new merchandise at eBay.com/DisneyPirates. Through this eBay campaign, fans can easily browse and buy unique memorabilia, including officially licensed Disney merchandise, in one destination.

Timed to this launch, Disney will also be teaming up on a series of experiences and memorabilia that will be auctioned off on eBay for Charity with all proceeds benefitting the American Red Cross.

• Travel to the Hollywood Premiere: From now until May 12, 2017 at 5 p.m. PST, bid for a chance to attend the Hollywood Premiere of Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales and official pre-party on May 18, 2017. You may have the opportunity to meet filmmakers and celebrities, and attend the pre-party, which is exclusively for those attending the premiere. The highest bidder will also receive a signed Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales movie poster. Additionally, in collaboration with Disney, eBay will also be giving the highest bidder a $2,000 gift card to put towards travel and accommodations. Bid now here.

• Own Iconic Movie Memorabilia: Beginning May 19, 2017 at 5 p.m. PST, bid to own exclusive props from the sets of Pirates of the Caribbean films, including a treasure chest, a cannonball with chain, goblet, large telescope, longboat oars and more.

“Our marketplace is full of offerings that tap into passions like Disney,” said Suzy Deering, Chief Marketing Officer of eBay North America. “These passions, matched with our one-of-a-kind inventory and enhancements to our shopping experience, create a powerful platform for consumers to support causes they care about.”

As part of eBay’s Pirates of the Caribbean shop, fans can browse and purchase thousands of collectibles, entertainment memorabilia, clothes, toys & accessories, soundtracks, and more inspired by previous films and characters in the franchise. Additionally, new merchandise from the latest film premiering this month will include officially licensed Disney toys including Funko Pop bobble head toys, a collectible walkie talkie inspired by the movie, costumes, and more.

Star Wars Churros Spotted at Disneyland. Coming Soon to Disney World?

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May 10, 2017

Calling all lovers of Star Wars, and good food! You’re going to want to check out these delicious Jedi and Sith themed Lightsaber Churros, spotted in Disneyland! The tasty treats can be found at the Churro Cart in Disneyland’s Tomorrowland and are expected to stick around through the month of May.

If they only had the lightsaber handle like they do at Hong Kong Disney… #churro #starwars #lightsaber pic.twitter.com/8GAMkBk9m0

— Christela McC (@ChristelaMcC) May 8, 2017

While they are still your traditional fan-favorite; you can now make the ultimate decision to join the light or dark side, when you choose to have your churro rolled in a red or blue sparkling sugar.

Went to Disneyland just to get the Star Wars churro pic.twitter.com/llk8Wbl6j5

— bigboynate (@Bigboynate24) May 5, 2017

The themed churros were originally released in celebration of Star Wars Day, on May the Fourth, at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. While no longer available in Disney World, we’ve heard rumors of their possible return.

So which would you choose…red…blue? Or maybe grab one of each to bring balance to the Force!

Thinking about booking a Disney vacation? As an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner with MickeyTravels, LLC, I can save you money and time planning your MAGICAL vacation! My planning services are always 100% FREE! Contact me today for your FREE, no obligation quote, shannon@mickeytravels.com or follow me on Facebook for the latest Disney updates, deals, and travel tips!

Source Credit: Disney Food Blog

Image Credit: @ChristelaMcC

Win A Trip For 2 To The Disneyland Resort!

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May 10, 2017

We have a new contest to share! The Coca-Cola Obviously Refreshing Sweepstakes gives you a chance to win a trip for two to Disney California Adventure Park at the Disneyland Resort!

The Grand Prize includes hotel accommodations, park tickets, a Disney FastPass, and more.

You can enter up to 3 times per day!

Click here to Enter!

Details and Rules for Entry….

The promotion ends at 11:59 Eastern, May 31, 2017
The drawing will be held on or around June 1, 2017 and the winner will be notified via the contact information provided upon registration.
You must be at least 13, and a resident of the 50 United States or D.C. to participate in this promotion.

Good luck to all of our Chip and Co. friends!

Planning a trip to Disney? There are still fantastic Summer and Fall packages to be hand. Fill out our form below to receive your FREE quote.

Want more help planning your next Disney trip? As an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner, my goal is to help you plan the Magic your way. I put together customized itineraries, book your advanced dining and FastPass+ reservations, monitor for discounts for your vacation and much much more! And did I mention my services are always FREE? Get in touch at 1.800.454.4501, via email at [email protected] or follow along on Facebook.

Image Credit : Disney Parks Blog

Light Up With These Adorable Mickey and Minnie Disney Garden Lanterns

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May 10, 2017

Flowers are blooming, bees are buzzing and summer is almost here! With longer days, and more time to spend enjoying the outdoors it’s time to light-en up our gardens and yards with a little bit of pixie dust, and add some Disney touches. These adorable Mickey & Minnie Garden Lanterns are the perfect way to add that special Disney touch.

Mickey Solar Statue

This Mickey Poly-resin Solar Statue in Natural Stone Finish lights up the night with a smile and the perfect touch of Disney whimsy.

Minnie Mouse LED Garden Statue

Minnie Mouse daintily holds aloft a lantern to guide your visitors. Place near a pathway or porch for a fun decorative light feature.

Would you place these whimsical Disney Garden Lanterns in your garden?