New sneak peeks have just come out for the new DuckTales series coming out this summer on Disney XD. Check it out!
With the first looks the trailer dropped as well, revealing the newest voice for a classic character. David Tennant is voicing Scrooge McDuck
Are you excited for a new take on a classic cartoon series?
While browsing on Amazon this past week for backpacks to wear at Disney I stumbled across these very cool silver and gold Mickey Mouse Drawstrings Backpacks and matching lanyards.
They were very 
So what do you think? I think this is a great lightweight option to carry into the parks. The lanyard is nice as I can store my ID, Gift Cards, and Disney Visa into the parks with me.
March is National Noodle month, and we think that people sometimes overlook a delicious type of noodle: asian noodles.
Sure, we think Spaghetti is great, but why not branch out and try something new from Chef Morimoto that will leave you amazed (and full!).
Chef Morimoto of the newly reimagined Disney Spring’s Morimoto Asia takes guests on a cuisine getaway with his specialty dishes. Chef Morimoto hand crafts all his menu options leaving guests with an unforgettable, authentic Asian dining experience. Morimoto Asia offers an array of signature noodle dishes such as Tonkotsu Ramen, Beef Lo Mein, or Singapore Laksa Noodles. Pair any of these entrées with a Sake Sangria for a truly cultured eastern dining experience!
What do you think? Will you try something new this National Noodle Month?
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Good news for fans of the very hard to get runDisney New Balance sneakers! A new Disney X New Balance collection inspired by Beauty and the Beast has arrived, and there is no lotteries or special events needed to get them!
So many incredible new products have debuted in celebration of the new live action Beauty and the Beast movie, and now we have New Balance sneakers! New Balance brings Belle’s best looks to life with running, training and lifestyle shoes that marry beauty and performance. Three enchanting new women’s sneaker styles have waltzed onto the scene, and 2 new styles for girls in a variety of sizes have followed suit. I’m so excited that Disney inspired New Balance will now be available to all Disney fans! Each pair features gorgeous Disney details, and beautiful embellishments inspired by the new live action Beauty and the Beast film.
Even a Disney Princess needs shoes that are easy to wear and comfortable. Inspired by Belle from Disney’s Live Action Beauty and the Beast, the women’s Vazee Rush slip-on is a casual sneaker complete with comfortable REVlite cushioning and a stretch collar for easy wear. Plus, the chambray upper has a smooth leather strap with wildflower embroidery to add a touch of whimsy to your weekend looks.
Vazee Transform Disney Trainer
High intensity never looked so good. This limited edition Vazee Transform is inspired by Belle from Disney’s Live Action Beauty and the Beast. You’ll love the design details that honor Belle’s iconic ball gown — metallic gold highlights, a lace mesh upper and embossed details. Perfect for your strength/cardio combo workouts, our Vazee women’s training shoe supports your ever-changing routine and keeps you looking like royalty in and out of the gym.
The desire to feel fast never goes away — even for a princess. Celebrate speed with fanciful details inspired by Belle from Disney’s Live Action Beauty and the Beast. The women’s Fresh Foam Zante v3 lightweight running shoe features embossing and plush velvet lining as a tribute to one of Belle’s most memorable looks. Blaze your own trail, just like Belle, with a running shoe that features an aggressive toe spring and a comfortable no-sew material application for a sleek fit.
The desire to feel fast never goes away — even for a princess. Celebrate speed with fanciful details inspired by Disney’s Live Action Beauty and the Beast. The girls’ 790v6 sneaker features embossed and metallic details inspired by Belle’s most memorable looks. She’ll blaze her own trail, just like Belle, with this sneaker that combines grace and speed.
What do you think of the new Beauty and the Beast Disney X New Balance Collection?
With the anticipation of the opening of Pandora – The World of Avatar opening this summer growing, a new limited edition Avatar Pin collection has been announced! The new Avatar Collectible Pins begin arriving today, March 2nd at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park!
This limited edition pin collection will be the first of many new and unique merchandise products launching as part of Pandora, that will captivate guests with an in-park experience like never before, and immerse them in this new and exotic world.
Steven Miller from Disney Parks Blog talked with Eric Herbst, the merchandiser for Disney Pins, to learn more about this countdown collection.
“With the addition of this new land to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, we wanted a way to continue the excitement leading up to the grand opening,” explained Erin. “This countdown pin collection features the beautiful travel posters created by Alpha Centauri Expeditions, the exclusive provider of tours to Pandora. We thought guests would love collecting these posters as they prepare to journey to another world.”
A new pin will be released each month from March till the grand opening in May. The first pin in the collection, showing the dark forest filled with bio luminescence lighting will be released March 2. The next pin in the countdown will arrive in April and is seen in the middle above. The last pin, which shows a family walking through Pandora, will launch on May 4. Each individual pin will have an edition size of 1,250, and will be released at Discovery Trading Company in the park.
The limited edition Avatar Collectible Pins are inspired by the travel posters designed by Artist Dylan Cole. Dylan provided design work on Disney’s “Maleficent,” and is currently Co-Production Designer for the upcoming “Avatar” motion picture sequels. If you missed the debut of the posters at D-23, you can check them out now near Tiffins restaurant in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park.
There are two “completer pins” available for this collection, but they will only be found in the five-pin boxed set. This set will contain all five travel posters as collectible pins, and have an edition size of 250. This full collection set will be released during the opening of the new Avatar land on May 27.
Unlike many special merchandise items that have been released lately, these pins will not be available via Shop Disney Parks app or the Disney Parks online store.
We have a new poster and trailer for Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales!
“Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales” is in theaters May 2017 in 3D, RealD 3D and IMAX 3D!
Adventures by Disney will offer new themed European river cruises in 2018 along with an additional food and wine themed sailing along the Rhine. Bookings for 2018 river cruise vacations open on March 2, 2017. Guests can save $500 per person on select river cruises between June 17, 2018 and October 8, 2018 when their trip is booked by May 1, 2017.
Beauty and the Beast Themed Experiences
New activity options for summer 2018 include all-new “Beauty and the Beast” themed experiences on Rhine river sailings. Be immersed in a tale as old as time during a special themed dinner, as well as other unique culinary experiences inspired by the film. Families will enjoy screenings of both the live-action and animated versions of the film onboard, and they can even choose to become part of this beloved story as they tour Riquewihr, an idyllic French village that will make guests feel as though they’ve stepped into Belle’s hometown from the movie.
Rhine River Cruise: Food & Wine
Are you more of a foodie? The number of adult-exclusive food and wine themed sailings along the Rhine has doubled in 2018. Two epicurean sailings will be offered during the fall on September 24 and October 8, 2018. Here you can enjoy extraordinary food and beverage experiences both on and off the ship, including wine tasting, gourmet demonstrations and workshops, culinary walking tours in several ports, a French patisserie class, local beer and wine pairings, craft cocktail blending seminars and more.
No matter which departure you choose, Adventures by Disney Rhine river cruises give you the opportunity to experience authentic, immersive experiences as you revel in the beauty of four countries – France, Switzerland, Germany and the Netherlands. From riding a toboggan and hiking in the Black Forest, exploring the famous storybook Heidelberg Castle, or sampling wine in a medieval basement wine cave, these enchanting vacations pair unforgettable adventures in port with luxurious river cruise accommodations and amenities onboard.
Adult Exclusive Oktoberfest Sailing
River cruising will also return to the Danube River in 2018, visiting iconic locations and hidden gems in four countries – Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary. In addition to bringing back another season of summertime and themed holiday sailings, there will also be an all-new adult-exclusive Oktoberfest sailing in September 2018. This special itinerary will visit Germany during the iconic yearly Oktoberfest celebration, and will include festive themed parties and culinary treats both on and off the ship.
On all of our Danube river cruises you can choose to revisit scenes from the movie “The Sound of Music” in Salzburg, explore Devin Castle in Bratislava, take a traditional Austrian folk dancing lesson in Melk, and so much more.
Special Offer
Remember to book by May 1, 2017 in order to save $500 a person on the following departure dates in 2018:
Danube River Cruise
•June 17, 2018
•July 1, 2018
•July 15, 2018
•July 15, 2018
•September 30, 2018
Rhine River Cruise
•June 18, 2018
•June 25, 2018
•July 2, 2018
•July 23, 2018
•July 30, 2018
•September 24, 2018
•October 8, 2018
Adventures by Disney river cruising allows you to enjoy variety and flexibility. You can truly customize your all-inclusive trip by choosing from a wealth of activity options offered both in port and onboard.
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DreamWorks Animation and Universal Pictures announced that “Trolls 2” is coming to theaters on April 10, 2020.
With the announcement they mentioned that stars Anna Kendrick and Justin Timberlake will reprise the roles of Poppy and Branch in the new musical. No word yet on whether or not Timberlake will contribute music, but it seems likely, as he produced the soundtrack for the first film. He performed his Academy Award-nominated Trolls song, “Can’t Stop the Feeling,” to open the Oscars broadcast this past Sunday.
“Trolls” was directed by Mike Mitchell and Walt Dohrm, from a script by Erica Rivinoja. The film, which earned $340 million worldwide, also features the voices of Russell Brand, James Corden, Kunal Nayyar, Ron Funches, Icona Pop, Gwen Stefani, Zooey Deschanel, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Jeffrey Tambor, Christine Baranski, Quvenzhané Wallis and John Cleese.
Disney Vacation Club Membership in Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge will be available for sale at $176 a point beginning April 5, 2017. Current DVC Members can add onto their existing Membership starting March 8, 2017. The resort is currently in the finishing stages of construction and is scheduled to open on July 17, 2017. This will be the 14th Disney Vacation Club development and the second at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, conveniently located just a water-taxi ride away from Magic Kingdom Park.
Accommodations
Please note: floor plans and furnishings are subject to change.
Awaken your spirit of discovery at a destination inspired by the storied railway past of the Pacific Northwest. Copper Creek Villas & Cabins is the perfect place to embrace the simple joys of nature and reconnect with each other.
Take a look at this video for sneak peek of Disney’s Copper Creek Villas and Cabins:
While staying at Copper Creek Villas & Cabins, guests will have shared-access to all of the amenities and activities available just steps away at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge.
The recently opened Geyser Point Bar & Grill offers picturesque views of Bay Lake, as well as explorer-worthy feasts and trails-end spirits in an open-air lounge. The unique menu highlights an array of flavors from bison burgers with Tillamook cheddar and a house-smoked salmon BLT with lemon-caper mayonnaise to innovative small plates, craft beers and signature cocktails in the lounge. Roaring Fork, the resort’s original quick-service restaurant, will reopen later this year with a refreshed look and expanded outdoor seating.
Later this summer, guests will enjoy the laid-back relaxation of the new Boulder Ridge Cove Pool, part of Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. This modern-day swimmin’ hole set within a spectacular backdrop features a zero-depth entry point.
Those in search of extra pampering will want to stop by the all-new Salon by the Springs for pool-side manicures, pedicures and hair services. Additionally, a brand-new sports court, BBQ pavilions and a refurbished fire pit and movie area also join the lineup of resort amenities all slated to open in the summer.
Whether it’s an afternoon packed with recreational fun or a night spent relaxing by the main lobby’s 82-foot-tall layered stone fireplace, you and your family will find that this wilderness retreat is a magical backdrop for the timeless vacation tales you’ll continue to tell, year after year.
More information about the new Copper Creek Villas & Cabins can be found here. They look stunning and I look forward to staying there sometime…how about you?
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Master Sommolier George Miliotes, part of the opening team at Disney’s award-winning California Grill and soon to be proprietor of Wine Bar George, slated to open in Disney Springs later this year, will be hosting a Master Sommelier Dinner on the terrace of Ravello restaurant located at the luxurious Four Seasons Orlando on March 9, 2017 at 6:30pm.
Miliotes is one of only 230 certified Master Sommeliers in the world making this special wine pairing evening one that guests won’t soon forget. On offer will be a Five-Course Menu with wines perfectly matched to bring out this symphony of delightful flavors.
Here’s a taste of what will be on offer:
First Course : Veal liver mousse, apple marmellata and balsamic gelatin. Antinori Vermentino
Second Course: Red trout and roe, fingerling potato, green bean, quail egg and pickled vinaigrette. Princip Fruilano or Ceretto Arnies “Blange”
Third Course: Bucatini pasta “paglia e fieno,” gorgonzola dolce, walnut, kale and sage brown butter. Medici Ermite Lambrusco (dry sparkling red)
Fourth Course: Barbera wine-braised short rib, Acquerello rice “budino,” golden raisin and red mustard. Poderi Elia Barbara di Asti DOCG
Fifth Course: Strawberry citrus granita, candied orange and warm biscotti. Perlina Moscato
The cost to attend this memorable evening is $175 per person and reservations can be made by calling 407.313.6161.
Readers should also watch this space for more fantastic details about Miliote’s Wine Bar George, a 210 seat wine bar that will be a welcome addition to Disney Spring’s already jam-packed culinary line up. The Wine Bar, modeled after a winemaker’s home estate will be serving up over 100 wines at with a range of varietals, vintages and prices. On offer will also be a food menu offering small plates designed to perfectly complement the wines on offer.
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In transforming the classic Disney animated film “Beauty and the Beast” to live-action, they are doing more than developing a strong visual style that will make a statement. Revealed exclusively to British gay lifestyle magazine Attitude, the character of LeFou – Gaston’s sidekick, played by Josh Gad – will be openly gay.
It’s a first for the studio to feature an openly gay character in a fairytale film. While Disney has hinted at a few gay characters in the past, such as Oaken in “Frozen,” it’s all been relegated to subtext. LeFou’s sexuality will be prominent, according to director Bill Condon. “LeFou is somebody who on one day wants to be Gaston and on another day wants to kiss Gaston,” reveals Condon to Attitude.
“He’s confused about what he wants. It’s somebody who’s just realizing that he has these feelings. And Josh makes something really subtle and delicious out of it. And that’s what has its payoff at the end, which I don’t want to give away. But it is a nice, exclusively gay moment in a Disney movie.”
Josh Gad, of course, famously voiced Olaf the lovable snowman in “Frozen” for Disney, has now embraced an opportunity to embody what will soon be another legendary performance.
Disney CEO Bob Iger already runs the world’s most successful media company. But could these credentials carry him to the Oval Office?
Sources say Iger has told friends he is considering their nudges that he make a run for president in 2020 as a Democrat. There’s a hitch. Any political future would hinge on Iger, 66, finding a Disney successor, of course. (Complicating matters, in February, he told financial analysts he would be “open” to remaining as CEO after his contract ends in June 2018.)
Iger told THR in June that “a lot of people — a lot — have urged me to seek political office” but denied he would consider a run for California governor or senator, positions that historically have served as stepping stones to the White House. However, Iger didn’t specifically address the prospect of a White House run at the time.
Sources add that he has since consulted with former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg about making the leap from the board room to high office (Bloomberg served as mayor of the nation’s largest city from 2002-12 despite no prior public service).
Iger has plenty of friends in high places within the Democratic party. Former Vice President Al Gore told THR in January that he counts fellow Apple board member Iger among his closest Hollywood friends. A number of politically plugged-in industryites say they would welcome an Iger-led Democratic ticket. Others point out that President Trump has paved the way for a businessman who has never held public office to become the leader of the free world.
Could you see Iger running for president in 2020?
