James Gunn Announces A “Guardians Of The Galaxy” Double Feature

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March 27, 2017

“Four hours of Guardians bliss” according to James Gunn, is coming to theaters. The writer-director of “Guardians of the Galaxy” and its upcoming sequel announced on Saturday that a double feature is coming to select theaters in RealD 3D on Thursday, May 4.

This isn’t the first time theaters screened back-to-back Marvel movies — in fact, it’s actually one of the shorter marathons. In 2012, AMC Theaters screened the entire MCU Phase 1 lineup, beginning with the first Iron Man, as a lead-in to the premiere of The Avengers. A more exhaustive blitz took place in 2015 for Avengers: Age of Ultron, and last year, Marvel brought a Captain America-specific marathon to theaters ahead of Captain America: Civil War. Comparably, four hours seems like a breeze.

According to Gunn, those who show up for the Guardians double feature will receive “an exclusive poster and souvenir collectible button set.” Tickets for the extravaganza are on sale now. Check out the announcement and a new poster below

Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 2 sees the return of Star-Lord (Chris Pratt), Gamora (Zoe Saldana), Drax (Dave Bautista), Rocket (voiced by Bradley Cooper), Groot (voiced by Vin Diesel), Yondu (Michael Rooker), and Nebula (Karen Gillan) on a new space adventure. Kurt Russell (Ego the Living Planet), Elizabeth Debicki (Ayesha), and Pom Klementieff (Mantis) will appear as new characters in Marvel’s galaxy far, far away.

The film opens in theaters everywhere May 5.

New Changes to Lunch and Dinner Menu at Liberty Tree Tavern

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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March 27, 2017

Liberty Tree Tavern in Disney’s Magic Kingdom is a longtime favorite of Disney guests, often called the “Thanksgiving Restaurant”. Serving tasty American favorites like Roast turkey, roast pork, mashed potatoes, and herb stuffing. I am happy to report that two popular a la cart items that were removed late last year, New England Pot Roast and the Fish & Chips are back on the lunch menu. (Dinner, as always, remains All-You-Care-to-Enjoy, served Family Style for all guests.)

And you better leave room for dessert at dinner because “Oooey Gooey Toffee Cake” is now on the dinner menu. If you haven’t yet tried this Liberty Tree Tavern lunch favorite because you usually only dine here at dinner now is your chance. Vanilla cake with a gooey toffee filling, caramel sauce, and vanilla ice cream is the perfect way to end a meal at this classic Magic Kingdom dining location.

All you can eat “Oooey Gooey Toffee Cake” anyone?

I know I’m ready!

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New Signage for The Edison in Disney Springs Indicates Late 2017 Opening

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Lisette R

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March 27, 2017

The Edison was originally slated to open at The Landing Disney Springs in late 2016. Signage later indicated a Spring 2017 Opening. This weekend we discovered new signage for The Edison Disney Springs that indicates a Late 2017 Opening.

Construction continues on The Edison Disney Springs building. Clearly there is still much to be done. The construction scaffolding spans the side and back portion of the building and there are no windows installed in that section of the building yet.

Standing on the bridge that crosses from Planet Hollywood to Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’, we can see a bit of what is happening behind the construction walls. The building itself is quite large. There is a bridge that leads to a lower level of The Edison Disney Springs from the area just behind the Characters in Flight Balloon.

The building itself is being designed after a 1920s-period Light and Power Company. The entertainment theming will be reminiscent of the Imaginers and Inventors that were all the rage during that era and will feature a Cabaret style of music and performers. The menu will feature Craft Cocktails and Classic American Cuisine. The Edison Disney Springs is shaping up to be an interesting night-life venue for adults.

Are you looking forward to planning an evening at The Edison Disney Springs when they open later this year? Please leave your comments in the box below.

Adventures By Disney is Partnering With TCM to Offer Exclusive Trip to Italy

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March 27, 2017

Turner Classic Movies (TCM) is partnering with Adventures by Disney to give movie lovers an exclusive itinerary for Italy this August. This amazing adventure will take guests on an unforgettable journey through some of the most cinematic locations on earth. One of these incredible experiences includes being taken on a private tour of the Cinecitta studios to walk through several Ancient Rome movie sets featured in famous films like Ben-Hur, Roman Holiday and The Godfather: Part III. Afterwards guests take in a private screening at the Palazzina Fellini a building dedicated to the great director Federico Fellini.

The dates for this vacation are August 11th through 18th and will journey through Rome, Tuscany, Florence, and Venice. As with all Adventures By Disney Vacations, all hotel accommodations, transportation during the itinerary, tickets and admissions to scheduled events/attractions, and most meals are all included.

Rates for this adventure are $7,299 per person for double occupancy and $10,081 per person for single occupancy.

Here are some of the highlights for this vacation include:

Private After-Hours Tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel

Experience an exclusive after-hours, privately guided tour of the Vatican Museum—home to masterpieces by the greatest artists in history in a collection spanning 4000 years. Also, be guided by a local expert through the Sistine Chapel where you can get an intimate look at Michelangelo’s magnificent achievement.

Private Tour of Cinecittà & Screening

Enjoy a private tour of the Cinecittà studios where you’ll stroll through several Ancient Rome movie sets featured in famous films like Ben-Hur, Roman Holiday and The Godfather: Part III to name a few. Then sit back and relax as you take in a private screening at the Palazzina Fellini.

Explore Florence & Ferragamo Museum

Explore all that Florence has to offer on privately guided visits of the city’s famed sights such as Michelangelo’s David, the Duomo, Palazzo Vecchio and more. Hear about movies shot on location and cap the day off with a visit to the Ferragamo Museum as you explore the Italian designer’s 90-year history. You’ll soon discover why this fashion icon is still a favorite among Hollywood royalty.

Fattoria Poggio Alloro — Pasta-Making Activity

Travel by coach to Fattoria Poggio Alloro—a working farm with its own winery—located in the heart of the Chianti wine-growing region. Be welcomed by the chef, who will lead you in a fun pasta-making activity. And take in the spectacular views of the medieval towers of San Gimignano, a fortified hilltop town, standing on a nearby hilltop.

See Venice as the Venetians do

Upon your arrival in Venice, be serenaded as you explore the City of Canals by gondola, the traditional mode of Venetian transportation. Travel near the Rialto Bridge, gliding along the famed Grand Canal on a private tour of this floating city.

Tragicomica — Venetian Carnevale Mask-Making

Take a scenic walk through the heart of Venice and head to Tragicomica—a shop where you can participate in a private, hands-on workshop in the art of mask-making under the guidance of an artisan. And create a masquerade masterpiece of your own!

On every Adventures by Disney vacation, specially trained Adventure Guides, along with local experts, ensure that every detail of the vacation is expertly taken care of, allowing guests to create everlasting memories without the stress of planning.

You can visit TCMDestinations.com for more information about this itinerary. Or contact me to help answer any questions about this or any other Adventures by Disney Vacation.

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Summer Discounts for Walt Disney World Just Released!

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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March 27, 2017

2017 Walt Disney World summer special offers have just been released! If you have been waiting for these summer discounts then the time to book your trip is now! Like all of Disney’s special promotions, this offer has limited availability.

Here are the three new discounts with details which you can start booking now.

Family Summer Magic Package

With this offer, you can enjoy a package that includes a 4-night stay in a standard room at a select Disney’s All-Star Resort and 4-day Magic Your Way base tickets for as low as $1,962. Sample package price is valid for a family of 4.

Book Through: July 14, 2017

Valid Travel Dates: June 11 – Aug. 31, 2017 (Most stays Sunday through Thursday nights)

Excluded Resorts:

Campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Campground
3-bedroom villas
Disney’s Art of Animation – The Little Mermaid standard rooms
Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Village villas & bungalows

Kid-Size Summer Vacation Package

Explore a package that includes a 3-night stay in a standard room at a select Disney’s All-Star Resort and 2-day Magic Your Way base tickets for as low as $993. Sample package price is valid for a family of 3.

Book Through: July 14, 2017

Valid Travel Dates: June 11 – Aug. 31, 2017 (Most stays Sunday through Thursday nights)

Excluded Resorts:

Campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Campground
3-bedroom villas
Disney’s Art of Animation – The Little Mermaid standard rooms
Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Village villas & bungalows

Summer Room Offer

Save up to 25% on rooms at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels.

Save up to 25% – Select Deluxe Villa and Deluxe Resort Hotels
Save up to 20%- Select Moderate and Value Resort Hotels
Book Through: July 14, 2017

Valid Travel Dates: May 28 – Aug. 31, 2017

Excluded Resorts:

Campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Campground
3-bedroom villas
Disney’s Art of Animation – The Little Mermaid standard rooms
Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Village villas & bungalows
Please remember that discounts cannot be combined with other offers.

Remember, booking a Walt Disney World vacation package only requires a $200 deposit (room only reservation just requires the first night room rate). Placing a deposit on your vacation package will lock in this special offer.

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

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This All That and a Bag of Disney Chips Shirt is Awesome

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Danielle

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March 26, 2017

I love shirts with clever designs, or amusing puns. This All That and a Bag of Disney Chips Shirt from OnceUponaTeeShirt on Etsy, has a clever design that is also an amusing pun!

This original design features a bag, with an image of Chip from Chip n’ Dale and Chip from Beauty and the Beast inside. The “magazine style” lettering is very fun, with a beautiful light blue color that matches the design on Chip the teacup’s bottom. The tee is available in white only, to make sure the design stands out beautifully, and comes in sizes XS to 2XL. Of course they have some other fun designs available you can check out too!

Do you enjoy a clever Disney shirt like the All That and a Bag of Disney Chips Shirt as much as I do?

Adorable Pastel Parade Easter Basket Tsum Tsum Glitter Set

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Danielle

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March 26, 2017

I’m loving all of the adorable Tsum Tsum Pastel Parade vinyl figures that have been popping up for Spring and Easter. I didn’t think anything could get better than my cute Pastel Parade Candy Box set, but all know what makes everything better, GLITTER! So the Pastel Parade Easter Basket Tsum Tsum Glitter Set might take the trophy.

This super adorable set comes with 6 medium pastel parade Tsum Tsum characters. What sets this set apart from the candy box, and mystery packs however, is the glitter! Each charming little vinyl figure is dappled in a sprinkling of sparkles. I love that Tinkerbell is included in the glitter set, because who else better to give a dash of pixie dust to? Winnie the Pooh is also included in this set along with the Candy box, and the golden rare in the mystery packs. So he’ll be a fun one to stack, a pastel large, a golden one, and a glitter one!

The Easter Basket packaging makes this an adorable one to collect, add to a basket, or even give on it’s own as a gift. I think I’m getting Tsum Tsum things for all the kids baskets, because I secretly want them all for me! *Hint* *Hint* to the Hubby, mommy wants an Easter Basket this year. It might work, right? I honestly can’t get enough of the colorful Pastel Parade collection Disney Tsum Tsum has launched this spring!

What do you think of the sparkling Pastel Parade Easter Basket Tsum Tsum Glitter Set?

Changes Coming Soon to Magic Kingdom Security Check Points

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Lisette R

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March 26, 2017

Rumors have been circulating about the changes to security patterns for the Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom entrance. It does appear that changes are coming sooner, rather than later, to the current Magic Kingdom checkpoints. Temporary tent structures have been appearing at the Resort Bus Loop, to the right of the exit for the Ferryboats.

As you enter and exit the Magic Kingdom to and from the Resort Bus Loop you will pass under a series of temporary tent structures. The Security Checkpoints are still currently located at the very entrance to the Magic Kingdom. One word of note here is that you no longer exit the Ferryboats from this point as was the case in the past.

Prior to this change, you would exit from the Ferryboats to the right side, thus intersecting with the foot traffic from the Busses. Now you enter, and exit, from the same location. As you exit the Ferryboats, you now veer left to the main walkway towards the Magic Kingdom. You then stay to the left of the walkway as you pass under the Ferryboat sign and head to the Security Checkpoints. When you enter the queue for the Ferryboats, you enter from the left and head towards the waiting area for the Ferryboats. The Resort Boats will also have their own Security Check Points prior to entering the Magic Kingdom.

You may be wondering what this means for people travelling from the Transportation and Ticket Center. We recently experienced a wait for the Ferryboat while an Officer went aboard with his dog. They walked both levels of the Ferryboat and when they exited, we were allowed to board. This is a wonderful security feature that gave us peace of mind.

We see the benefits of screenings taking place prior to boarding the Ferryboats and Monorails. While there is no sign of security changes to the Transportation and Ticket Center to date, we are hearing that guests will soon be screened at the Transportation and Ticket Center prior to boarding the Monorails and the Ferryboats. Disney has not released any official information regarding these possible adjustments. Be prepared for these changes to begin as early as the weekend of April 1st-2nd, or shortly thereafter.

What do you think of the possible changes pending with Security Checkpoints for the Magic Kingdom? Please leave your comments in the box below.

Father’s Day Brunch Offered at The Grand Californian for Disney Vacation Club Members

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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March 26, 2017

Disney Vacation Club Members are invited to a superhero-themed brunch at The Grand Californian Resort & Spa in Disneyland this Father’s Day.

Some highlights of this special brunch are:

A superhero-themed menu featuring hearty brunch options
Games, music, and actives including trivia and face painting
Interactive crafts, including “Super Dad” awards and personal “Super Visors” that children and dads can decorate
Visits by Disney characters

Brunch will be served on Father’s Day- Sunday, June 18th, 2017 from noon to 2:00 PM at the Sequoia Ballroom in the Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. Reservations are required and open on Wednesday, April 19th, 2017. Pricing for adults (ages 10 and up) is $53.95 plus tax and gratuity. Pricing for children (ages 3 to 9 ) is $29.95 plus tax and gratuity.

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‘Pandora – The World of Avatar’ to Remain Open Until 1:00am

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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March 26, 2017

Fans excited to see Pandora – The World of Avatar will be thrilled to know Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be extending the summer hours for this area for Walt Disney World resort guests (should we talk about the benefits of staying on property?). From May 27 through July 4 nightly Extra Magic Hours will take place from 11:00pm – 1:00am. This offering will provide Resort Guests with an additional opportunity to enjoy everything Pandora – The World of Avatar has to offer – including navigating a mystical river, flying on a back of a banshee and walking under floating mountains.

Enjoy this sneak peek video:

The opening of this new world will include the launch of two new attractions: Na’vi River Journey and Avatar Flight of Passage. Na’vi River Journey is a family friendly attraction that will allow guests to float along through the sacred bioluminescent rainforest in search of the Na’vi Shaman of Songs. Avatar Flight of Passage, for guests 44 inch and taller, will take you soaring on the back of a mountain banshee during a thrilling ride above this vast moon.

Valid Theme Park admission is required and Extra Magic Hours are offered only to Guests staying in a Walt Disney World Resort. FastPass+ attractions and entertainment experiences, the number of selections you can make and available arrival windows are limited.

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Disney Chief Bob Iger: Carrie Fisher’s ‘Last Jedi’ Role Won’t Be Changed

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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March 26, 2017

“The Last Jedi”, the eighth Star Wars episode, won’t be in theaters for another six months, but Disney is already mapping out what comes after Episode IX, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

“When we bought Lucasfilm, we were going to make three films — Episodes VII, VIII and IX,” CEO Bob Iger said Thursday at a tech and entertainment conference in Santa Monica, Calif. “We’re starting talk about what could happen after Episode IX. About what could be another decade-and-a-half of Star Wars stories.”

He then addressed the ghost in the room: How Last Jedi will be affected by the December death of franchise star Carrie Fisher, who will be honored at a public memorial service Saturday, along with her mother, Debbie Reynolds.

“We had to deal with tragedy at the end of 2016,” he acknowledged, before asserting, “Carrie appears throughout VIII. We are not changing VIII to deal with her passing. Her performance remains as it is in VIII. In Rogue One, we had some digital (characters). We are not doing that with Carrie.”

Iger also spilled a few details about the stand-alone Han Solo film. He shared that the film will encompass the future rebel’s life from age 18 to 24. Audiences will also see Alden Ehrenreich’s Han first lay eyes upon his beloved Millennium Falcon and the origin of his friendship with Chewbacca (now played by Joonas Suotamo).

Fans will even be able to hop in the cockpit and take the Falcon for a virtual “joyride” thanks to Star Wars Lands at both of Disney’s U.S. theme parks.

Star Wars: The Last Jedi will hit theaters Dec. 15 this year, and the as-yet untitled Han Solo film will open on May 25, 2018.

More Details on the Valley of Mo’ara at Disney World’s Pandora- The World of Avatar

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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March 26, 2017

Its not long before Disney World’s fantastic new expansion Pandora- The World of Avatar begins “wowing” crowds over at Animal Kingdom. Opening on May 27th, Disney is slowly starting to release details of the incredible attractions on offer. Chief among them is the awe-inspiring Valley of Mo’ara, the incredible land that guests encounter upon entering Pandora.

This area, based on James Cameron’s Avatar film franchise, will offer a fully immersive experience. Some of the highlights include:

Stunning landscapes featuring floating mountains and incredible bio-luminescent flora and fauna that change when the sun goes down.
Two eateries: The Satu’Li Canteen will be the go to place for Quick Service bite and Pongu Pongu lounge will offer quick bites, snacks and alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
Incredible Pandora themed merchandise as well as toys, and science kits will be found at Windtraders.
Na’vi artifacts including a drum circle, totems and other cultural items will be scattered about the landscape.
Tour guides from Alpha Centauri Expeditions (ACE) as well as scientists from the Pandora Conservation Intitiative (PCI) will be there to help visitors explore the incredible moon of Pandora.
Wilderness Explorers will also be pleased to know that there will be new challenges and badges to collect.

To celebrate this fantastic new expansion, Disney will also be offering extended theme park hours to guests visiting between May 27 – July 4, 2017. On these dates, the park will remain open until 11:00pm so that you can witness the way that the magical world of Pandora comes to life after the sun sets. As a special treat for guests staying on-site, Disney will also begin offering Evening Extra Magic Hours between May 27- July 4th where the park will remain open from 11:oopm – 1:ooam.

So what are you waiting for? Don’t miss your chance to be among the first visitors to this exciting new area filled with amazing attractions like the Na’vi River Journey and Avatar Flight of Passage.

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