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Be Dazzled By the Technology of the China Pavilion’s Newest Film

Be Dazzled By the Technology of the China Pavilion's Newest Film

One of the updates shared this week during the jam-packed D23 Expo was that a new film is being created for the China pavilion at Epcot.   The focus will be on the majesty of this amazing country.  Not only will visitors to Epcot’s World Showcase be “wowed” by the breathtaking sights and sounds of China but the film will also utilize the latest technology to dazzle audiences even further.

Following in the footsteps of epic attractions like Epcot’s Soarin, the team assembled to film this production will be using an immersive camera system to great a seamless Circle-Vision experience for the China Pavilion.

There’s no news  yet on definite timelines for this production but keep following along with Chip and Co and we promise to keep you posted.

Be Dazzled By the Technology of the China Pavilion's Newest Film

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Raglan Road’s 6th Annual Great Irish Hooley Coming to Disney Springs Sept. 1st – 4th

Raglan Road

Take part in Raglan Road’s 6th annual Great Irish Hooley music festival and enjoy live music performances from three talanted artists. The festival will take place September 1st – 4th , 2017 and is sure to be the highlight of your visit to Disney Springs.

Celebrating Irish song, dance, food and drink over the long Labor Day weekend, the Great Irish Hooley kicks off performances beginning at 3 p.m. Friday, Sept. 1, and continues each day and night through late Monday and into the wee hours.

With contemporary Irish cuisine, Irish craft beers, hand-crafted cocktails and day-into-night entertainment, the Great Irish Hooley promises a high-voltage music festival for all who drop by or reserve a table.  This year’s Hooley entertainment headliners include:

  • Elevation — Back by popular demand and appearing at Raglan Road for the first time in four years, this stellar U2 tribute act will play two special nighttime shows on Sept. 2 and 3 paying homage to the U2 world tour celebrating 30 years of the ground-breaking Joshua Tree album.
  • Lisa Canny Band – The outrageously talented Lisa Canny and her band combine traditional Irish, R&B and Hip Hop. She will appear at Raglan Road for three weeks beginning August 30 and will perform nightly during the Hooley.
  • Gary O’Meara Band – O’Meara is a traditional Irish banjo player with a prolific career as a solo artist and as a member of multiple legendary Irish music acts.

The Raglan Road Irish Dancers will perform throughout the Great Irish Hooley and face painters will be on hand to decorate Hooley guests.

Raglan Road's 6th Annual Great Irish Hooley Coming to Disney Springs Sept. 1st - 4th

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2018 Disneyland Vacation Packages Are Now Available To Book

2018 Disneyland Vacation Packages Are Now Available To Book

I know that many of you have been patiently waiting for today when you can start officially planning your Disneyland vacation for next year. Well good news! 2018 Disneyland vacation packages are now available to book up to 499 days prior to your checkout date, which is currently through November 29, 2018.

In order to book your Disneyland vacation package it only takes a fully refundable $200 deposit. The remaining balance would be due 30 days prior to check-in.

Disneyland Resort Hotel Vacation Package

Make the most of your Disneyland® Resort vacation with a stay at one of the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort. Whether you choose to indulge in the luxury of Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel® & Spa, surround yourself with the fantasy and magic of the Disneyland Hotel, or soak up the laid-back beach atmosphere of Disney’s Paradise Pier® Hotel, you’ll find a whole world of Disney wonder, both inside and out.

Accommodations

The following Disneyland Resort Hotels can be booked with this package:

  • Disneyland Hotel
  • Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel
  • Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

Tickets

A Disneyland Resort Park souvenir ticket with choice of ticket length from 2 to 5 days.

  • Valid for entry into Disneyland or Disney California Adventure® Theme Park
  • Disneyland Resort Park souvenir tickets of 3 day or more include one Magic Morning admission into selected attractions at a designated Disneyland Resort Theme Park one hour before general park opening.

Early Entry: Extra Magic Hours

Guests of the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort can take advantage of Extra Magic Hour each day of their stay at Disneyland or Disney California Adventure Park! (Valid theme park ticket and active hotel room key required.)

Special Features

  • 2018 Magical Extras Savings Card – A special card offering savings and values at many participating dining and merchandise locations throughout the Downtown Disney® District. (one card per package)
  • Exclusive! Walt Disney Travel Company collectible pin, lanyard, and luggage tag (Pins, lanyards and luggage tags may vary. One per person in package.)
  • ESPN Zone® – Get a Mid-Field burger and a $10 ESPN Zone Game Card for $20. Enjoy the ultimate sports viewing, dining and entertainment experience at ESPN Zone in Downtown Disney District.

Additional Package Options

  • Air Travel for U.S. only
  • Airport & Ground Transfers
  • Alamo® Car Rental
  • Disney Dining Options – Including Character Dining Experiences
  • Southern California Tours & Attractions
  • Travel Insurance

Vacation Terms

  • Everyone in the room must be booked on the same package and ticket options.
  • Packages and tickets plus their options or components are non-transferable.
  • Theme Park tickets and options must be used within 13 days from day of first use.
  • Some activities and events are priced separately.
  • View the 2018 Booking Terms and Conditions for 2018 travel packages

Disneyland Good Neighbor Packages

Enjoy accommodations at a conveniently located and Disney approved Good Neighbor Hotel. Good Neighbor Hotels offer quality accommodations and are located near the Disneyland Resort. With 39 different hotels to choose from, you’re sure to find one that fits your travel and budget needs.The Good Neighbor Package includes many of the same features as the Disneyland Resort Hotel package and a few may even offer complimentary breakfast and shuttle service to the parks.

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2018 Disneyland Vacation Packages Are Now Available To Book

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The New Minnie Van Service Will Work With The Lyft App

The New Minnie Van Service Will Work With The Lyft App

A few days ago we brought you one of the first guest sightings of the recently announced Minnie Vans at the Boardwalk Inn. Everyone was so excited to see it and had so many questions that I thought a second article was in order giving you all the information we have learned so far about the program.

Overview

The Minnie Van Service is a new personal point-to-point ride service designed to take guests around the Walt Disney World Resort property. The internal bus system that Disney provides only takes guests from the resorts to the parks or to Disney Springs and then back again. There is currently not a direct way (provided by Disney) for guests to travel from one resort to another. Until now…

The New Minnie Van Service Will Work With The Lyft App

The Minnie Van service is currently in soft opening this week. After that, the Minnie Vans will be available through Lyft, a ride sharing service utilized through an app on your phone (available for both iOS and Android phones). When guests open the Lyft app from anywhere in the Walt Disney World Resort the Minnie Van Service is unlocked. A cast member at the Bell Services desk of the resort can help guests get started with the app if they are unfamiliar. The Lyft app will allow guests to request a ride from their smartphone and pay directly through the app.

***We have heard through the grapevine that while the Minnie Van Service is in soft opening, rides are being offered complimentary for the week. But we haven’t officially confirmed this yet.

Other Details We Have Learned

  • The drivers are Walt Disney World Cast Members
  • Guests of Disney’s BoardWalk and Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts are the first to try out this pilot program.
  • The Minnie Van is actually not a van at all but a Chevrolet Traverse mid-sized SUV which can seat up to 7 or 8 passengers (including the driver) across 3 rows.
  • The service costs a $20 flat fee per one-way trip. As with most things, this amount is subject to change.
  • Currently the hours of operation are 6:30 am until 12:30 am
  • Two car seats are in each vehicle for use

The New Minnie Van Service Will Work With The Lyft App

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Fuel Rod Cell Phone Chargers Available at Disneyland

Fuel Rod Cell Phone Chargers Available at Disneyland

Fuel Rod kiosks have spread to Disneyland Resort! I can’t tell you how many times I have been in the parks enjoying making memories with my family, only discover my cell phone battery’s life has reached its end.  It seems like it always happens at the most inconvenient times. Portable chargers are a great way to solve this problem and they are now readily available across Disneyland Resort.

Disneyland Fuel Rod

The portable chargers can be purchased for a one-time flat fee of $30. The $30 gets you a fully charged Fuel Rod and adapters for Apple and Android devices. The chargers have the ability to be recharged in a standard wall outlet or you can swap them out for a new fully charged Fuel Rod at no additional cost.

Fuel Rod Cell Phone Chargers Available at Disneyland

I absolutely love how the kiosks are themed to their location throughout the resort. The kiosks pictured above are located in Ramone’s in Cars Land and Treasures in Paradise gift shop in Paradise Pier. Can you guess which is which?

Fuel Rod Cell Phone Chargers Available at Disneyland

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Complete List of Magic Shots Available at Animal Kingdom

Complete List of Magic Shots Available at Animal Kingdom

More Magic Shots! We have recently shared with you a look at all the Magic Shots offered at Magic Kingdom and Epcot, and now we are excited to share with you a complete list of Magic Shots available at Animal Kingdom!

Complete List of Magic Shots Available at Animal Kingdom
Wilderness Explorers Sash
Available from most Disney PhotoPass photographers at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Complete List of Magic Shots Available at Animal Kingdom
Jiminy Cricket 
Available from Disney PhotoPass photographers when stationed at the following locations:
• Entrance to the park
• Bridge between Discovery Island and Asia

Complete List of Magic Shots Available at Animal Kingdom

Pascal
Available from Disney PhotoPass photographers when stationed at the following locations, aside from those taking photos at Character Experience locations:
• Discovery Island
• Asia

Complete List of Magic Shots Available at Animal Kingdom

Banshee
Available from the Disney PhotoPass photographer stationed in front of the floating mountains in Pandora – The World of Avatar during daylight hours.

Complete List of Magic Shots Available at Animal Kingdom

Woodsprite
Available from select Disney PhotoPass photographers in Pandora – The World of Avatar after dark.

Complete List of Magic Shots Available at Animal Kingdom
Tinker Bell
Available throughout Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Complete List of Magic Shots Available at Animal Kingdom

Pocahontas
Available from Disney PhotoPass photographers when stationed at the following locations, aside from those taking photos at Character Experience locations:
• Oasis
• Discovery Island

Complete List of Magic Shots Available at Animal Kingdom

Iago
Available from Disney PhotoPass photographers when stationed at the following locations, aside from those taking photos at Character Experience locations:
• Oasis
• Africa

Complete List of Magic Shots Available at Animal Kingdom

Flik
Available from Disney PhotoPass photographers in Africa.

Complete List of Magic Shots Available at Animal Kingdom

Butterflies 
Available from Disney PhotoPass photographers when stationed at the following locations, aside from those taking photos at Character Experience locations:
• Entrance to the park
• Discovery Island 
• Asia
• Africa
• Rafiki’s Planet Watch

Complete List of Magic Shots Available at Animal Kingdom

Wilderness Explorers Dinosaur Badge
Available from Disney PhotoPass photographers when stationed in DinoLand U.S.A.

Complete List of Magic Shots Available at Animal Kingdom

Butterfly
Available from Disney PhotoPass photographers when stationed at the following locations, aside from those taking photos at Character Experience locations:
• Entrance to the park
• Discovery Island 
• Asia
• Africa
• Rafiki’s Planet Watch 

Complete List of Magic Shots Available at Animal Kingdom

Balloons
Available from Disney PhotoPass photographers when stationed at the following locations, aside from those taking photos at Character Experience locations:
• Entrance to the park
• Discovery Island 
• DinoLand U.S.A. 

Complete List of Magic Shots Available at Animal Kingdom

Kaa
Available from select Disney PhotoPass photographers in Asia, aside from those taking photos at Character Experience locations.

Complete List of Magic Shots Available at Animal Kingdom

Stitch
Available from select Disney PhotoPass photographers when stationed at the following locations, aside from those taking photos at Character Experience locations:
• Entrance to the park
• Discovery Island 
• Rafiki’s Planet Watch
• DinoLand U.S.A.

Complete List of Magic Shots Available at Animal Kingdom

Lion King
Available from Disney PhotoPass photographers in Africa.

Complete List of Magic Shots Available at Animal Kingdom

“Born in China”
Available from select Disney PhotoPass photographers in Asia, aside from those taking photos at Character Experience locations.

Complete List of Magic Shots Available at Animal Kingdom

Lion Guard
Available from Disney PhotoPass photographers in Africa.

 

Here are a few things to keep in mind for Magic Shots:

  • Some locations may only be staffed intermittently by PhotoPass photographers.
  • PhotoPass photographers taking Character Experience photos will not be available for Magic Shots.
  • If you want a Magic Shot, ask for one!

Remember, Magic Shots are included with Memory Maker. Memory Maker is $169 if purchased more than three days prior to your vacation or $199 for immediate activation of Memory Maker or after your trip.

Complete List of Magic Shots Available at Animal Kingdom

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Disneyland Resort’s Halloween Time Expanding to Disney California Adventure Park

Halloween Time

West Coast Disney fans, prepare to enjoy an array of new spook-tacular attractions as Halloween Time expands to Disney California Adventure Park. As you approach the park entrance, the shadow of Oogie Boogie sets the scene for a frightful night of Halloween fun! Journey down Buena Vista Street and take in the, The Nightmare Before Christmas theming decorating the street.

Disneyland Resort's Halloween Time Expanding to Disney California Adventure Park

in Cars Land celebrate Haul-O-Ween where residents of Radiator Springs will dress for the haunting occasion. Be sure to visit your favorite attractions while they take on a whole new look, like Mater’s Graveyard JamBOOree and Luigi’s Honkin’ Haul-O-Ween.

Also on the of experiences to haunt:

  • Fillmore’s Jack-Oil Lanterns
  • Flo’s Spider-Car
  • Witchy Miss Lizzie’s Shop

Disneyland Resort's Halloween Time Expanding to Disney California Adventure Park

Disneyland park will feature guests favorites like the Pumpkin Festival, Haunted Mansion Holiday, and Spaace Mountain Ghost Galaxy.

Mickey’s Halloween Party has returned to Disneyland Resort and with Halloween Time’s expansion to Disney California Adventure, comes changes for party guests. Halloween Party guests will be able to enjoy Disney California Adventure park as a “pre-party,” arriving three hours prior to party time, guests can explore both parks with their party admission. Mickey’s Halloween Party will also include Disney PhotoPass, to capture all your spooky memories.

Mickey’s Halloween Party includes:

  • Disney Characters – including Disney villains
  • Halloween Screams, a special fireworks spectacular
  • Frightfully Fun Parade featuring The Headless Horseman
  • Trick-or-Treating

Halloween Party tickets will go on sale to the general public on July 24th, and are on sale now for Annual Passholders, Disney Visa Card holders, and Disney Vacation Club members.

Will you be joing the happy hauntings at Disneyland Resort’s Halloween Time?

Disneyland Resort's Halloween Time Expanding to Disney California Adventure Park

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Experience the Spirit of Dia de los Muertos with a New Seasonal Event at Disney California Adventure Park

Dia de los Muertos

Disney California Adventure park is introducing a new seasonal experience, this fall. Join the festivities and celebrate family and the spirit of the Mexican tradition of Día de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead. This new seasonal experience will be held from Sept. 15 through Nov. 2.

The Dia de los Muertos event will be an immersive celebration filled with special entertainment that will feature musicians and dancers, even interactive activities that include a representation of Mexican folk art. There will even be special décor as well as foods inspired by this Mexican celebration of family. The concept art for the Aborl De La Vida or Tree of Life looks enchanting with bold and beautiful colors that complement the essence of the tradition.

The new seasonal experience will also feature the upcoming Disney•Pixar animated motion picture, “Coco”. There will be special themed experiences inspired by the film as part of the celebration. On November 5, select elements of the celebration will move to “a bug’s land” where they will be presented alongside a special sneak peek of the film. The sneak peek of the film will continue through the holiday season until January 7, 2018.

Are you excited to celebrate the spirit of Dia de los Muertos with your family at Disney California Adventure park?

62 Characters Came Out To Wish Disneyland A Happy 62nd Anniversary

62 Characters Came Out To Wish Disneyland A Happy 62nd Anniversary

Disneyland turns 62 years young today! Disneyland opened on July 17, 1955 and to mark the occasion 62 characters were on hand in Town Square with the Disneyland Band and Dapper Dans to wish Disneyland a Happy Anniversary. Take a look at everyone who came out to celebrate!

Scroll all the way to the bottom for our live video from the event.

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62 Characters Came Out To Wish Disneyland A Happy 62nd Anniversary

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Copper Creek Villas & Cabins Now Open at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

Copper Creek Villas & Cabins Now Open at Disney's Wilderness Lodge

Today marks the official grand opening of Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge.

A breathtaking DVC property, Copper Creek Villas was inspired by the industry and architecture of the Pacific Northwest and features natural elements like wood and stone in its design as well as features that give a tip of the hat to the American transcontinental railroad.

Check out the Copper Creek DVC video below:

The property offers a range of room options to accommodate families of all sizes including:  Deluxe Studios which sleep up to four guests, larger one and two bedroom villas and there’s even 3 bedroom options for large groups travelling together. Many of the properties also boast full kitchens and in room laundry facilities.

In addition there are 26 luxurious waterfront Cascade Cabins that need to be seen to be believed.  Each cabin features two-bedrooms, has 2 bathrooms, plush living room and dining room spaces along with a screened in wraparound porch with a private hot tub.  The cabins can comfortably sleep a family of 8.

While staying at Copper Creek Villas & Cabins guests have shared access to all of the amazing amenities at Wilderness Lodge Resort including the Geyser Point Bar & Grill which opened earlier this year and offers amazing views of Bay Lake.   There’s also Roaring Forks, the properties original quick service restaurant which has recently re-opened and now features a new look and outdoor seating.

Copper Creek Villas & Cabins Now Open at Disney's Wilderness Lodge

Guests can also take a dip in the resorts new leisure pool, Boulder Ridge Cove.  This area is themed after the legendary mining history of the Northwest and features a zero-depth entry pool, whirlpool spa and rustic cabanas.   There’s also the new Salon by the Springs offering pool-side manicures, pedicures and hair services.

As a matter of fact, we here at Chip and Co think there is so much to love about this newly expanded DVC property that you really need to come and check it out for yourself!

Copper Creek Villas & Cabins Now Open at Disney's Wilderness Lodge

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Whoopi Goldberg Wants To Bring “Song Of The South” Back

Whoopi Goldberg Wants To Bring "Song Of The South" Back

There were so many surprises announced at the D23 Expo this past weekend. The first one of the convention was that Whoopi Goldberg was to be a surprise addition to the Disney Legends honored on Friday.

In an interview with Yahoo Movies Goldberg was asked what her favorite movie is. Instead of giving that answer she instead wanted to talk about the movie Song of the South. 

“I’m trying to find a way to get people to start having conversations about bringing Song of the South back,” she said of the film. “So we can talk about what it was and where it came from and why it came out.”

Goldberg also referenced the controversial crows in Disney’s 1941 animated classic Dumbo. “I want people to start putting crows in the merchandise, because those crows sing the song in Dumbo everybody remembers.” The song Goldberg refers to is “When I See An Elephant Fly”. “I want to highlight all the little stuff people maybe miss in movies.”

Song of the South is based on the collection of Uncle Remus stories as adapted by Joel Chandler Harris and is set in the south shortly after the end of the Civil War and the abolition of slavery.

Although the movie was a financial success when it premiered in 1946 it has remained a subject of controversy due to critics describing the film’s portrayal of African Americans as racist and offensive.

Disney never released Song of the South on any home video format in the United States but the cartoon characters of the movie continue to be featured in books and in the extremely popular Disney attraction Splash Mountain.

What’s your opinion? Should Song of the South be re-released?

Whoopi Goldberg Wants To Bring "Song Of The South" Back

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Paw-fectly Adorable Disney Sweet Treats Dog Collar

Disney Sweet Treats Dog Collar

With all the amazing Disney accessories out there, it’s hard for our furry friends to not want in on the fun too. Thanks to RecycledRuffs on Etsy, our pups can get in on the fun too with the Disney Sweet Treats Dog Collar.

Recycled Ruffs sews handcrafted neck wear & accessories for your fur-babies. This Disney Sweet Treats collar is a stylish way for your pup to look fashionable while sharing that extra bit of Disney Magic. The collar is made with ribbons & nylon webbing, and comes in XS to XL collar sizes. These collars are just too sweet, and they even have adorable doggy bandannas too!

Do you like to treat your furry friends to a little Disney magic too? Which do you prefer, the collars or the bandannas?