Seven Dwarfs Mine Train and Other Attractions Closed for Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party

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May 17, 2017

Amended: After we went to print with the article below, Disney announced that they made amendments to their attraction list for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and that Seven Dwarfs Mine Train would be open as well as Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. We hope you are as excited as we are about giving all of these spectacular attractions a ride during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party.

Details are starting to surface this week regarding attractions and events that will be available as part of this year’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. However in a move that is sure to be controversial with party-goers it would appear that a few of Magic Kingdom’s headlining attractions are notably missing from the list of rides due to remain open. This includes the hugely popular – Seven Dwarfs Mine Train.

In a post appearing on the Disney Parks Moms Panel, a guest asks whether the Mine Train will be running during the Halloween Party and the answer given is “no.”* The list of rides to stay open are as follows:

The Magic Carpets of Aladdin
Pirates of the Caribbean
Swiss Family Treehouse
A Pirate’s Adventure- Treasures of the Seven Seas
Country Bear Jamboree
Haunted Mansion
Prince Charming Regal Carrousel
“It’s a small world”
Peter Pan’s Flight
The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
Mad Tea Party
Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid
Dumbo the Flying Elephant
The Barnstormer
Astro Orbiter
Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin
Space Mountain
Tomorrowland Speedway
Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover
Monters, Inc. Laugh Floor.

With the exception of Space Mountain and The Barnstormer, Disney’s other three coasters will not be open for the party. The list does not include Splash Mountain (which is expected to be under refurbishment at this time) and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, in a move that may leave many thrill-seekers sadly disappointed.

We here at Chip and Co expect more details to be released this week regarding the line-up for this year’s Halloween parties. Readers are encouraged to watch this space for further details.

How do you feel about the attraction line-up? Will you miss the thrill rides? Let us know your opinion in the comments below.

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Adventures by Disney Has Released Its 2018 Itineraries and a New Special Offer

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May 17, 2017

This morning Adventures by Disney announced that new 2018 dates have been added to its current travel destinations. A new itinerary of Iceland has also been added to the many countries guests can now explore. As if this wasn’t enough to be excited about, Adventures by Disney has paired these announcements with a special offer to get everyone motivated to start planning next year’s adventures.

Guests can book their perfect family vacation to select Adventures by Disney departures throughout the world and take advantage of this special offer for travel between January 1 – December 10, 2018. Guests with international departures will save up to $500 per person and North America departures will save up to $400 per person when booked by July 20, 2017.

This special offer excludes long weekend, river cruises, and Disney Cruise Line-related packages.

Bookings for these new 2018 dates are available today for Adventures Insiders (guests who have traveled with Adventures by Disney before). The general public will be able to book starting on Friday May 19th.

When you travel with Adventures by Disney, recently recognized by Travel Weekly as the 2015 Readers Choice Best Adventure Tour Operator, you do much more than sight-see. You experience firsthand the people, places and cultures of our amazing world.

Adventures by Disney includes…

Hassle-Free Travel Experiences – meet and greets at the airports, transportation within the trip, luggage services, spectacular dining and truly unique hotels that bring you closer to the destinations you visit, and concierge services to help you plan your free time

Meals – featuring local cuisine and added entertainment. Adults enjoy a night out to experience wine tasting. Dinner or movie night for Junior Adventurers to enjoy.

Two Adventure Guides + Local Experts – some of the greatest storytellers in the world. Your Adventure Guides are there to share their knowledge, insights and passion for the places you visit. Plus, you will also interact with local expert guides along the way too. Junior Adventures will also have specially designed activities just for them.

VIP Treatment & Admissions – including private events and privately guided tours, backstage access, entertainment and special performances, bypass the lines at popular museums and attractions, and all admission fees are included to national and regional parks as applicable.

On an Adventures by Disney trip you’re a traveler and an adventurer, not a tourist. You and your family become active participants in incredible stories, experiences and cultures through immersive activities only Disney can bring you.

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Hong Kong Disneyland’s Newest Resort Wilderness Explorers Lodge Now Open

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May 17, 2017

For those following along with the latest happenings over at Hong Kong Disneyland, you’ll be pleased to know that the property officially announced the opening of its latest resort property, Disney Explorers Lodge.

From the images recently released, the Explorers Lodge would appear to be an interesting mix of other much-loved Disney resorts combining elements from Wilderness Lodge, Aulani, Polynesian Village Resort and Animal Kingdom Lodge among others to create a 750 room hotel that celebrates the spirit of exploration.

The story behind the Lodge is that it takes place in the grand era of exploration and is a showcase for the explorers who built the lodge to share their around-the-word adventures. This includes souvenirs from their travels to an African Savannah, a South American Rainforest, a Polynesian island and an area inspired by the natural beauty of Asia.

Characters also play a huge role at Disney Explorers Lodge where guests will find outdoor gardens themed after favorite Disney and Disney•Pixar characters including those from “Finding Nemo”, “The Jungle Book”, “The Lion King” and “Up”.

The opening of this spectacular new resort sees Hong Kong Disneyland going from strength to strength. Earlier this year the Iron Man Experience began wowing crowds and it was recently announced that an upcoming expansion would bring more Marvel characters as well as those from “Frozen” into the park.

Stay tuned for the latest Hong Kong Disneyland news and developments here at Chip and Co.

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Vinylmation x WonderGround Gallery Kingdom of Cute Blind Box Series by Jerrod Maruyama

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Danielle

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May 17, 2017

A brand new Vinylmation x WonderGround Gallery collaboration is set to be released on June 2, 2017! This new style of Vinylmation shows of beloved theme park attractions, snacks and icons as adorable cuties!

This super adorable Vinylmation collection will launch at D Street and WonderGround Gallery at the Disneyland Resort, Pin Traders and WonderGround Gallery in the Marketplace Co-Op at the Walt Disney World Resort. The series features adorable classic icons interpreted by Jerrod Maruyama from his Kingdom of Cute WonderGround Gallery image. The colors are cheery pastels mixed with vibrant brights for a style that can only be called, royally CUTE!

These will be sold as bling box figures, so you never know which one you’ll get! There are 12 figures to collect in all, 11 are visible on the packaging, and the 12th is a mystery figure! How exciting, I wonder what that one is!?

So if you’re in the market for some cuteness, be sure to check out the new Kingdom of Cute Vinylmations this summer!

In This House We Do Disney Wall Decal

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Danielle

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May 17, 2017

The “In this House We Do Disney” decorations have been extremely popular lately. There are wall plaques, signs, cell phone cases, so many options it’s hard to name them all! This We Do Disney wall decal, is the ultimate in decor for this saying.

You can get this in three different sizes, all of them a considerably good size. It even comes in over 15 different color options! I love the different choices to account for different wall colors. If you have dark walls, black won’t show up well, so the option for white or a lighter color is perfect. You can also put them on doors or mirrors if you like. The We Do Disney wall decal will add flare and design to your home. It is made in the USA with the highest quality, interior vinyl. The decals include a transfer tape on top for easy installation. If you ever need to remove it (it is not re-usable) use a blow drier to heat up the vinyl and peel it off slowly at a 180-degree angle. The vinyl also has a matte finish for that hand painted look.

Would you display a large Disney House Rules decal in your home?

Make a Room Magical with a Disney Inspired Fairy Tale Wall Quote

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Danielle

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May 17, 2017

Disney Inspired Fairy Tale Wall Quote

I love wall quotes, I love how they break up a blank wall, while adding a bit of personality at the same time. A Disney Inspired Fairy Tale Wall Quote like this one by vinyl4decor is of course my absolute favorite kind.

This wall quote features a Disney castle, complete with fireworks and pixie dust, as well as Fairy Tale written in Disney font. Although this exact quote is not an official Disney quote, it still embodies the dreams, wishes, and hopes Disney stories spark within us. This wall quote is available in a variety of colors, and can be made in many different sizes, so that you get the design that’s perfect for your home. The Laughter is Timeless and Peter Pan wall quotes available are also incredible! The extra little details in these wall quote designs, really set them apart.

Would you decorate your home with this Disney Inspired Fairy Tale Wall Quote?

Adorable Handmade Disney Character Balloon Pins

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Danielle

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May 17, 2017

It’s not secret that I am absolutely obsessed with Mickey Balloons! Not only does “my son” get one every time we visit Walt Disney World, I love to collect jewelry and pins that pay homage to the iconic balloon. Of course when I saw these handmade Disney Character Balloon Pins by CraftyMermaidCove on Etsy, I squealed in absolute delight.

These pins are a super adorable way to show your DisneySide! There are plenty of characters to choose from and each one comes with a hand-bent balloon wire to give it that extra something! The character themed Mickey balloons are just so precious, but she has other incredible handmade brooches and pins available too! The “Pawpcicle Brooch” is inspired by Zootopia, and is so cleverly cute!

Check our the Crafty Mermaid Cove’s Disney Character Balloon Pins and other delights below:

I totally need some of those Character Balloon Pins, but everything else is sooo cute too! What do you think of these beautiful and sparkly handmade pins and brooches?

Exciting New Handmade Disney Candle Melt Cuties

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Danielle

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May 16, 2017

It’s no secret that I’m completly in love with Disney inspired candles and melts. I’m also a lover of all things adorable and itty bitty! So when I saw that MagicalScentsByAlisa had these adorable Disney Candle Melt Cuties featuring her popular candle fragrances, I melted!

These melt cuties are oh so adorable! They come in a pack of nine shapes ranging in sizes. There is: The Castle, Mickey Ice Cream, Mickey Balloon, Mickey head, Minnie’s Bow, Donald’s head, an Acorn, Goofy’s Hat and Mickey’s Pants. They come in scent categories with a mix of shapes and colors! Each pack will get you all 9 absolutely delightful Disney cutie shapes!

You can snag one of these amazing Disney Cuties sample packs for $14.00, and choose any two scents you would like! I got Purple Wall Vibes recently, and it smells sooo delicious!

If you would like to check out some of their other delicious candles and melts, check out many of their amazing scents available below:

Enchanted Rose
Mouse Bubbles (A personal favorite of mine!)
Mickey’s Premium Ice Cream Bar
Purple Wall Vibes
Caramel Apple
Hub Grass
Haunted Mansion
Warm Churros
Mickey Waffles
Dole Whip
Main Street Bakery
Stitch Juice
Buttered Popcorn
Pirates of the Caribbean
Soaring
Le Fou’s Brew (My Personal Favorite!)
Beach Club
Mousy Macaroons
Star Wars (Oooooo!)
Melts
Disney Candle Melt Cuties
Cinderella
Norway
Rainy Park Days

Which of these delicious scents would you get for your Disney Candle Melt Cuties?

Kick it with Classic Red and Black Mickey Mouse Socks

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Danielle

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May 16, 2017

I love “funky” socks, there’s something about cartoony and colorful socks that really make me happy. These classic red and black Mickey Mouse Socks definetly give me the warm fuzzies!

This fun set of five Mickey Moues socks come in a variety of different Mickey poses. Each pair is in a classic red and black motif, with grey and white backgrounds. They are ankle socks so you don’t have to worry about anyone seeing your silly socks. Just knowing I’ve got Disney socks on makes me smile though!

Do little things like these classic red and black Mickey Mouse Socks make you smile too?

Fairfield Inn Anaheim Resort Near Disneyland Unveils New Look

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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May 16, 2017

If you are looking for the perfect Good Neighbor Hotel for your Disneyland vacation, look no further than the recently re-imagined Fairfield Inn Anaheim Resort!

While magic awaits at Disneyland, the fun truly begins at Fairfield Inn Anaheim Resort. Travel is a breeze at the Anaheim resort now featuring a renovated lobby, meeting room, fitness center and accommodations.

Upon arrival, families can dive into a refreshing stay with the enhanced exteriors and entryway, beckoning travelers to settle in and leave worries at the door. When entering the hotel, guests will immediately feel at ease in the new lobby. With modernized décor, furniture and flooring, travelers can reset into vacation mode.

Parents and children can also relax at the new kid’s center offering games, TV station and rest area. Stop by and lounge before adventuring to the main entrance of Disneyland, right across the street.

Following a seamless check-in, print all of the necessary documents at the renewed business center, open 24 hours a day. Easily access theme park tickets, directions and flight information compliments of the center’s computers and printers. Free Wi-Fi is also available property wide.

Following an action-packed day, guests will return to remodeled rooms. Take in the immersive comforts of contemporary rooms with barn doors as well as new flooring, lights, mattresses and linens. Get ready for the day in style by utilizing a revamped vanity and closet system. New accent walls in Premium View Rooms foreshadow fun-filled moments to come throughout Anaheim. Travelers can encounter even more enjoyment with 55-inch Smart TVs showcasing Netflix, YouTube, Hulu, Crackle and Pandora streaming as well as an interactive channel guide, channel banner, and digital guest directory.

After reveling in some much needed relaxation, energize for the day with a heart-pumping workout at the fitness center. An entirely new addition to the Anaheim hotel, the fitness center offers high-class cardio equipment and free weights for a productive workout. Sneak in some gym selfies amidst the sleek and contemporary ambiance. Guests are also welcome to soak in the California sunshine at the outdoor pool and whirlpool.

While the Anaheim hotel offers endless opportunities for leisurely fun, the resort also provides an event space for business meetings and social soirees of up to 40 people. The completely remodeled venue features state-of-the-art LCD projectors and TV. Videoconferencing technology is available in addition to catering and event planning services. Whatever brings travelers to Anaheim, impressive renovations within the hotel are sure to elevate a traditional vacation into a life-long memory.

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The Wonderful World of Disney: The Little Mermaid Live Coming to ABC

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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May 16, 2017

In a two-hour special event, ABC will take Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” animated feature film and intertwine it with show stopping live musical performances via cutting-edge technology for an explosive evening honoring one of Walt Disney’s most celebrated classics.

ABC promises that fans of “The Little Mermaid” and Alan Menken and Howard Ashman’s Oscar-winning songs will enjoy this never-before-seen live action/animation hybrid television experience featuring a soon-to-be announced roster of some of their favorite celebrity artists, whose performances will weave seamlessly throughout the original animated film.

“The Wonderful World of Disney: The Little Mermaid Live”! is set to premiere on Tuesday, October 3. The special is produced by Done + Dusted with Hamish Hamilton, Ian Stewart, David Jammy, Katy Mullan, and Richard Kraft, of Kraft-Engel Productions, serving as executive producers.

This is separate from the live-action “The Little Mermaid” adaptation that is being developed by the Walt Disney Studios with Lin-Manuel Miranda. The broadcast seems similar to The Little Mermaid Hollywood Bowl concert which was held last year.

Disney Apples to Apples The Game of Goofy Comparisons

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Danielle

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May 16, 2017

Our family loves to have family game night, with Disney games of course! I’ve always loved playing “Apples to Apples”, so I’m excited to find Disney Apples to Apples! The whole family can get in on the fun of Apples to Apples with a whole new twist.

Disney’s Apples to Apples, is the Goofy Game of Comparisons. Now we can experience Apples to Apples with the magic of Disney and some wonderful new twists. For the first time, Red Apple cards come to life with pictures from Disney theme parks, movies and Disney Channel shows. The special card holder makes it easy to pass Green Apple cards around the table, and the game comes complete with 360 cards and a card holder. One of the new twists in the Poison Apple card, inspired by the Evil Queen from Snow White. Watch out for the Poison Apple card though, it’ll turn the game upside down!

Would your family enjoy a game night with the Disney Apples to Apples game?