Popular British Show to Broadcast Live from the Magic Kingdom Saturday

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April 5, 2017

The Sun is reporting that popular British television show, Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway, will be broadcasting live from the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World this Saturday, April 7th, 2017. This live episode of the show will serve as the show’s season finale.

The show is scheduled to give live at 7 pm in Great Britain or 2 pm EST. The filming of the show has pushed back the daily Festival of Fantasy Parade to 5 pm EST. The show will be filmed in the center of Town Square which has caused the flagpole to be relocated to a different location in Town Square.

200 of Ant and Dec’s biggest fans will also be joining them on their trip “across the pond” for the live taping of the show. Viewers of the show were chose for this Disney adventure during the show’s season premiere back in February. Metro has reported that one of the lucky viewers who will be going to Florida is a little boy who will be meeting his American pen pal for the first time. In addition, popular British TV personalities, Stephen Mulhern and Scarlett Moffatt, will be along for the fun.

Ant and Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway is a British variety show. The show has been on the air since 2002 with a hiatus from 2010 to 2013. Ant and Dec are the stars of the show and also the executive producers. The show airs on British television station, ITV. Last year, the show’s season finale was filmed on a cruise ship in Spain.

Are you a fan of Saturday Night Takeaway and/or have plans to catch the live taping this Saturday? Let us know!

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Select Florida Colleges Offer Discounted Disney World Tickets

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April 5, 2017

College Discount

As reported by our friends over at PalmBeachPost.com, Walt Disney World is offering discounted theme park tickets for students at select Florida colleges and universities. Dubbed Disney College Days, the scheme offers some nice savings for students, faculty and staff at the following institutions:

The University of Florida
University of Central Florida
University of South Florida
Florida State University
Bethune-Cookman College
Rollins College
Beacon College
Florida Southern College

The discount varies depend on factors like length of stay and whether dates fall during peak or off-peak periods. There are several different ticket options including a 1-Day ticket for Magic Kingdom ticket to a 5-Day Premium Package which includes admission to all four theme parks as well as water parks, miniature golf and the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.

To purchase tickets, students at the schools listed above should check in with the campus bookstore, the Student Government Association or the Office of Student Life. All students must have a valid college ID card to qualify. All tickets must be used within 14 days from the first day of activation.

Don’t attend one of the schools on the list? Disney also offers some pretty fantastic discounted ticket options for Florida Residents. Find out more here.

Again thank you to the team at PalmBeachPost.com. You can find there article with further details on the offer here.

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Add The Captain’s Pineapple To Your List of Must-try Adult Beverages For Your Disney Vacation

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April 5, 2017

When you are in planning mode for a Walt Disney World vacation do the words “Dole Whip” fit into that equation? There is something about the Dole Whip that just speaks Disney to us. We were excited to discover that the Art of Animation’s poolside bar, The Drop Off, is now featuring an adult beverage that tastes exactly like the infamous Dole Whip. You will certainly want to add the Captain’s Pineapple to your list of must-tries during your next visit to the Walt Disney World Resort.

You can find the Captain’s Pineapple hanging out at the The Drop Off; a poolside bar on the grounds of Disney’s Art of Animation Resort. The bar itself is outdoors, and not within the enclosed area of the Big Blue Pool. Therefore, anyone can stop by to enjoy a Captain’s Pineapple.

The Captain’s Pineapple is not listed on the menu so you have to either know that it exists, or see the sign beside the swirling beverage machines sporting this fabulous concoction of Pineapple Soft-serve and Captain Morgan’s Original Spiced Rum.

This decadent beverage tastes exactly like a Dole Whip! The Captain’s Pineapple goes down a little too smooth and it is easy to feel like you can have at least two. There is a 2 drink per person maximum on alcoholic beverages. If you are staying at Disney’s Art of Animation that is a great idea. However, if you drove yourself to The Drop Off, this will not be such a great idea unless you plan to stay for a while!

We had a Little One in our party so we headed inside Disney’s Art of Animation to the Landscape of Flavors Food Court to get her a Pineapple Paradise Smoothie. This did not turn out as well as we had anticipated. Pineapple Paradise is not even close to tasting like a Dole Whip and it certainly did not taste like Paradise either. Our Little One stated that it tasted like the medicine she had, and did not like, when she had an ear infection last year. After tasting it ourselves, we had to agree that it was a lightly pineapple flavored version of Amoxicillin. Therefore, the Little One decided to get a Peeps Cupcake and a cup of ice water instead. She may have talked one of us into getting a Carrot Cupcake as well.

The Captain’s Pineapple is pure bliss. You can find similar beverages at the Boardwalk’s Margarita Joes and Tamu Tamu Refreshments in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Epcot features Dole Whip and Rum at their Flower & Garden Festival as well as their International Food & Wine Festival. We love that you can sit an umbrella table and relax a bit with your drink at The Drop Off. If you love Dole Whip then you may want to add Captain’s Pineapple to your list of must-try adult beverages during your next Walt Disney World vacation.

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Disney Cruise Line Specials for Florida Residents

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April 5, 2017

Are you a Florida Resident and looking to go on a cruise in the next few months? Then these deals from Disney Cruise Line are for you!

Here are four offers that are available through April 9th, 2017:

7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral, FL aboard Disney Fantasy from $1750 per person

Sail date: 4/15/17
Category 05A Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah
Taxes, fees, and port expenses of approximately $123 per person not included

7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral, FL aboard Disney Fantasy from $1722 per person

Sail date: 5/20/17
Category 05A Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah
Taxes, fees, and port expenses of approximately $96 per person not included

11-Night Southern Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral, FL aboard Disney Fantasy from $3135 per person

Sail date: 6/17/17
Category 05A Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah
Taxes, fees, and port expenses of approximately $110 per person not included

10-Night Southern Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral, FL aboard Disney Fantasy from $3000 per person

Sail date: 5/20/17
Category 05A Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah
Taxes, fees, and port expenses of approximately $106 per person not included

*Please note that all of the rates listed above are in US dollars, based on double occupancy, and valid through April 9th, 2017. Offer is subject to availability. Other restrictions may apply. All amounts subject to change. Gratuities and excursions are not included. Proof of Florida residency is required for at least one adult member of the reservation within 48 hours of booking. Failure to submit complete identification will result in cancellation and applicable cancellation fees. Florida Resident must be at least 18 years of age. Other stateroom types are available at varying rates. See Disney Cruise Line website for applicable Terms and Conditions.

Remember, to take advantage of these great rates, you must book your cruise by April 9th. Ready to get your free, no-obligation quote? Fill out the form below for a quote with an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner.

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The Disneyland Encyclopedia Updated Third Edition by Chris Strodder

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Danielle

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April 4, 2017

There is always so much focus on Walt Disney World, that sometimes I feel Disneyland gets a little left out. If you’re like me and would love to learn more about Disneyland, or you just love the Happiest Place on Earth, the The Disneyland Encyclopedia, is a great book that is all about the magic!

The Disneyland Encyclopedia Updated Third Edition by Chris Strodder comes out April 11th, and is filled with magical histories of Disneyland. Since its humble beginnings in the mid-1950s, Disneyland has captured the imagination of millions of visitors. Author Chris Strodder launches his new, completely updated and expanded third edition of The Disneyland Encyclopedia (Santa Monica Press/April 2017) with over 50 new entries and 300 new photos. This new edition of The Disneyland Encyclopedia spans the entire history of the park, from its founding more than 60 years ago to the present day.

This fascinating book features detailed explorations of 600 Disneyland topics, including lands, attractions, restaurants, stores, events, and significant people. Each of the main encyclopedia entries illuminates the history of a Disneyland landmark, revealing the initial planning strategies for the park’s iconic attractions and detailing how they evolved over the decades.

The Disneyland Encyclopedia Updated Third Edition comes out April 11th and is available for pre-order. If you can’t wait you can get the older version on Amazon now!

More Behind-the-Scenes Details on Pandora – The World of Avatar

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April 4, 2017

Another video has been released to get you even more excited about the opening of Pandora – The World of Avatar!

Walt Disney Imagineering has released this new fascinating video to show us how the Pandora project team partnered with Lightstorm Entertainment and many of the original AVATAR filmmakers-including James Cameron and Jon Landau- to bring this new “world” to life. In this video, several members of the Pandora “Super Team” share what the experience of bringing Pandora – The World of Avatar to life has been like for them, and some of the amazing moments that have exceeded even their imaginations.

What are you looking forward to the most about Pandora?

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Look No Further for Great Rates on a Disney Cruise Line Sailing!

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April 4, 2017

Disney Cruise Line has released their “lead rates” for the month of April. Lead rates are among the least expensive rates offered for a particular category of stateroom on a sailing.

Here are the current lead rates for the following sailings:

Canadian Coast Cruises:

4-Night Canadian Coast Cruise from New York, NY aboard Disney Magic from $980 per person

Sail date: 10/2/2017
Category 11B Standard Inside Stateroom
Taxes, fees, and port expenses of approximately $157 per person not included

Caribbean Cruises:

5-Night New York to San Juan Cruise aboard Disney Magic from $950 person

Sail date: 11/26/17
Category 09C Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom
Taxes, fees, and port expenses of approximately $149 per person not included

7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral, FL aboard Disney Fantasy from $1,785 per person

Sail date: 9/30/17
Category 05A Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah
Taxes, fees, and port expenses of approximately $133 per person not included

Mexican Cruises:

2-Night Baja Coast Cruise from San Diego, CA aboard Disney Wonder from $510 per person

Sail date: 5/4/18
Category 11B Standard Inside Stateroom
Taxes, fees, and port expenses of approximately $99 per person not included.

Bahamian Cruises:

3-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral, FL aboard Disney Dream from $621 per person

Sail dates: 9/14/18, 9/21/18, and 9/28/18
Category 11A Standard Inside Stateroom
Taxes, fees, and port expenses of approximately $73 per person not included.

4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral, FL aboard Disney Dream from $816 per person

Sail dates: 9/17/18 and 9/24/18
Category 11A Standard Inside Stateroom
Taxes, fees, and port expenses of approximately $73 per person not included.

5-Night Bahamian Cruise from Miami, FL aboard Disney Magic from $1,050 per person

Sail date: 2/9/18
Category 09C Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom
Taxes, fees, and port expenses of approximately $115 per person not included.

Please note that all of the rates listed above are in US dollars, based on double occupancy, and valid through April 30th, 2017. Offer is subject to availability. Other restrictions may apply. All amounts subject to change. Gratuities and excursions are not included. See Disney Cruise Line website for applicable Terms and Conditions.

Remember, to take advantage of these great rates, you must book your cruise by April 30th. Ready to get your free, no-obligation quote? Fill out the form below for a with an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner.

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Take a Tropical Trip with the Vacation Tsum Tsum Collection

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Danielle

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April 4, 2017

It’s the first Tuesday of April, so that means it’s the first Tsum Tsum Tuesday of the month! This Tuesday takes us on a trip with a sneak peek of our favorite Disney pals’ next collection. On April 18th, the new Disney Tsum Tsum collection, gives these little cuties a make over for a tropical trip.

It’s time for warm sun, and tropical breezes with Mickey and the gang! Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Donald, Daisy, Dumbo, Chip and Dale have put on their vacation outfits for a fun new Tsum Tsum collection. Mickey and Minnie are ready to explore under the waves with the his scuba gear, and her pretty in pink goggles. Goofy and Donald have their floaties, while Daisy has her swim cap for a day of splashing in the pool. Dumbo is ready to see the sites with his trusty camera in toe. I love that they gave him the camera since in the Tsum Tsum shorts he’s always flying in to snap a photo. My favorite ones from the up comming collection though are Chip and Dale! They are dressed as a pineapple and a coconut, how freaking cute is that?

The Vacation Tsum Tsum Collection will be available at the Disney Store, Disney Store Online, and select locations at Disney Parks April 18th.

Florida Resident Summer Discounts Now Available for Walt Disney World

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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April 4, 2017

Florida Residents looking to plan a magical Walt Disney World vacation this summer can take an advantage of recently released Florida Resident summer room offers.

Florida residents can enjoy rates for stays most Sunday through Thursday nights from June 6 – August 31, 2017 when you book your reservation byAugust 30, 2017. For example, Florida residents can enjoy rates starting as low as $108 per night, plus tax at Disney’s Pop Century Resort for stays most Sunday through Thursday nights from June 11 – August 12 and August 25 – 31, 2017 when you book by August 30, 2017.

This sample rate is valid for stays in a standard room. The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Savings based on the non-discounted price a non-Florida Resident pays for the same room. Length-of-stay requirements may apply. Additional per adult charges may apply if more than 2 adults per room at Disney Value, Moderate and Deluxe Resorts. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotions. Advance reservations required. Offer excludes 3-bedroom villas, campsites, and Disney’s Art of Animation Resort – The Little Mermaid Standard View Room and Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. Proof of Florida residency required at Resort hotel check-in.

Booking Window: April 4 – August 30, 2017
Travel Window: Most nights June 6 – August 31, 2017

Resort Hotels Included in This Offer:

Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort
Disney’s All-Star Music Resort
Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Jambo House
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village
Disney’s Art of Animation Resort – Family Suites only
Disney’s Beach Club Resort
Disney’s Beach Club Villas
Disney’s BoardWalk Inn
Disney’s BoardWalk Villas
Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Disney’s Old Key West Resort
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows – Studios only
Disney’s Pop Century Resort
Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside
Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
Disney’s Yacht Club Resort
The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort

Eligibility Restrictions:
To book this offer, your Clients must be a Florida Resident. Proof of Florida residency required at Resort hotel check-in.

Sample Pricing:

Length of Stay Requirements:
Minimum – 1 night
Maximum – 14 nights

Are you planning on visiting Walt Disney World this summer? Let us know in the comments box below.

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Marvel’s The Defenders Series Gets A Teaser Trailer and release date

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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April 4, 2017

The last check mark on the list has been checked with meeting Iron Fist, now it’s time to look ahead to “The Defenders“.

Marvel‘s heroes of Hell’s Kitchen will assemble in an Avengers-style miniseries event for Netflix, and now we have a release date.

In a brief teaser video security camera footage shows the superhuman quartet riding an elevator in Midland Circle, the mysterious corporation at the center of that literal hole in Daredevil season 2. Krysten Ritter’s Jessica Jones spies the security camera and smashes it exactly at the 08:18:20:17 mark.

Need more confirmation of an August premiere?

If you plug in those numbers in the upper left-hand corner to your browser (http://23.253.120.81), it’ll redirect to a website for The New York Bulletin, the newspaper where Deborah Ann Woll’s Karen Page now works. At the bottom is a message that reads, “Watch Marvel’s The Defenders All Episodes Streaming Only on Netflix August 18.”

Photo credit Entertainment Weekly

A Second Season of “Lego Star Wars: The Freemaker Adventures” Set To Premiere This Summer

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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April 4, 2017

A second season of the animated comedy adventure series “LEGO Star Wars: The Freemaker Adventures” is set to return this summer on Disney XD. Recently nominated for four Daytime Emmy Awards, the fun Force-filled series will continue the story of the Freemakers as they join the Rebellion in their fight against the Empire.

Marc Buhaj, senior vice president, Programming and general manager, Disney XD, announced, “The series creators expertly deliver an equal amount of comedy and signature Star Wars adventure into their storytelling. We’re looking forward to bringing our viewers a brand new season of galactic adventures with the Freemaker family throughout summer.”

At the end of the first season, the Freemaker family found a new home with the Rebel fleet. Their new circumstances bring them face to face with brutal Imperial forces, desperate Hutts, conniving Sith Lords and the Emperor’s latest plaything, M-OC, a terrifying hunter droid who continually modifies himself to fit any occasion. In response to these threats, Rowan’s powers grow and strengthen until he has a vision of a sleek, invulnerable ship that can save the Rebellion and stop the Empire in its tracks – the Arrowhead. The catch is the Arrowhead is a ship only Rowan can build. Once again, it’s up to the youngest Freemaker to save the galaxy.

Prior to the second season debut, five new shorts that fill in the storytelling between seasons one and two of “LEGO Star Wars: The Freemaker Adventures” debut Wednesday, May 4, on Disney XD in celebration of the Star Wars fan-generated “May the 4th Be With You” holiday. A peek of the upcoming season of “LEGO Star Wars: The Freemaker Adventures” will also be revealed at Star Wars Celebration in Orlando, Florida in April.

More details on Star Wars Celebration are available here.

The first season of “LEGO Star Wars: The Freemaker Adventures” ranked among Disney XD’s top-rated animated series during 2016, and to date, has reached over 55 million Total Viewers across the U.S. – including 21 million Kids 2-14 and 11 million Boys 2-14 – and amassed an additional 6 million viewer engagements across key digital and social platforms including Disney XD VOD, the Disney XD app, YouTube and Facebook.

The season two voice cast includes Nicolas Cantu (Rowan), Vanessa Lengies (Kordi), Eugene Byrd (Zander), Matthew Wood (RO-GR), Trevor Devall (Emperor), Dana Snyder (Graballa), Vanessa Marshall (Hera), Yvette Nicole Brown (Lt. Valeria), Corey Burton (Quarrie), James Urbaniak (M-OC) and Matt Sloan (Darth Vader).

STK Orlando in Disney Springs is Now Offering Special Brunch Menu

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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April 4, 2017

STK Orlando in Disney Springs‘ is an ultra-modern steakhouse which has been wowing guests since it opened last Spring with its innovation menu, outdoor patios and in-house DJ, is now offering a Saturday & Sunday brunch menu from 11:30 am to 3:30 pm

The items on offer are nothing short of truly indulgent. Guests can start off their meal with sweet treats like Cinnamon Monkey Bread or a Bag of Stuffed Donuts before tucking into delicious offerings like Fried Chicken and Funnel Cake or Shrimp and Grits.

For decadent diners, you’ll also find a 28 oz Dry-Aged Porterhouse Steak that comes in at an impressive $98 or couples can sample the Brunch For Two which includes a Dry-Aged Tomahawk Steak, Butter-Poached Lobster, King Crab Scrambled Eggs and is topped off with a bottle of Vueve Cliquot which is yours for $275.00

Here’s a look at the menu as you’ll find it at disneyworld.com :

Advanced reservations for what is sure to a popular brunch dining destination are strongly encouraged and can be made up to 180 days in advance. STK does participate in the Disney Dining Plan and costs 2 Table Service Credits. Reservations can be made via My Disney Experience or at 407.WDW.DINE.

We hope your as excited as we are about trying some of the amazing dishes on offer.

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