Poster And Teaser Announcement For “Pirates Of The Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales”

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October 2, 2016

It’s been seven years since “Pirates Of The Caribbean: On Stranger Tides” came out. Those of us who completely enjoyed every bit of pirate’s movies since 2003’s first one, this news is especially exciting. Disney has released the poster for the newest installment of the franchise “Dead Men Tell No Tales” and an announcement for a teaser!

Watch @FearTWD TONIGHT 9/8c on @AMC_TV for a first look at Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales. #FearTWD #APiratesDeathForMe pic.twitter.com/o0lw3CziAN

— Walt Disney Studios (@DisneyStudios) October 2, 2016

The fifth movie in the series will see Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow again, but also the return of Orlando Bloom as Will Turner. Paul McCartney will be playing a yet to be disclosed role. “Dead Men Tell No Tales” is scheduled for release in May of 2017.

New Entrance for Hollywood Studios is Now Open

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Chip

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October 2, 2016

We have some great news! The new entrance on Osceola Parkway for Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World is now open!

You can see it behind the green covered fencing they have just some finishing touches left to do, but it is open!

The intersection is before you merge onto World Drive on S Studio Dr, look for the flashing sign the says DHS entrance with arrow pointing right.

There is no word if the Buena Vista Drive park entrance would close, but for now you have another way to get into Hollywood Studios.

Disney Dream to Be Diverted to Cozumel in Wake of Hurricane Matthew

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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October 2, 2016

As Hurricane Matthew sets his sights on the East Coast, Disney Cruise Line, as a precautionary measure will be diverting the 4-day Bahamian Cruise set to depart from Port Canaveral October 3, 2016 in order to stay out of storms way.

The sailing itinerary, which normally includes a day at Castaway Cay and Nassau, Bahamas will instead chart a course for Cozumel Mexico where it is hoped that guests will be able to avoid the inclement weather.

Official notices have been sent by Disney to all guests booked on the October 3rd Cruise. It reads as follows:

Please watch this space for any further updates on Hurricane Matthew’s impact on future Disney Cruises or on Walt Disney World.

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First Look – The Muppets: Great Moments in American History

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Chip

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October 2, 2016

We have a first look at the all new Muppet Show in the Magic Kingdom called Great Moments in American History.

Sam Eagle, the fiercely patriotic American eagle who is forever trying to set a high moral standard for the Muppets, join Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, The Great Gonzo and James Jefferson, town crier of Liberty Square, as they gather outside The Hall of Presidents to present historical tales in hysterical fashion as only they can.

From the midnight ride of Paul Revere to the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Muppets appear throughout the day to share with Guests, their own unique take on the founding fathers and the birth of the United States of America.

Featuring an original song and plenty of wacky Muppets humor, “The Muppets: Great Moments in American History” is at the Magic Kingdom starting today!

Check out the video below from youtuber DarthVader92.

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LEGOLAND Florida reveals the new “1964½” Ford Mustang Lego display!

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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October 2, 2016

LEGOLAND Resort Florida, located in Winter Haven, FL, has re-created the original Ford Mustang, in association with longtime sponsor Southern Ford Dealers, out of thousands of LEGO bricks!

Last year they debuted a 13-foot version of LEGO Monster Fighters set No. 9464, The Vampyre Hearse, and this year, the hot-rod hearse has been souped up with a few awesome enhancements.

The life-size LEGO replica of the so-called “1964½” Mustang V8 coupe was designed and built by a team of Master Builders at LEGO Systems, Inc.

The LEGO Mustang is made of 194,900 standard LEGO bricks and DUPLO bricks. It measures more than 15 feet long, about 6 feet wide, and more than 4 feet tall. It weighs 1,712 pounds, 960 of those pounds are LEGO bricks, and 752 pounds is its flat, aluminum framework.

Some surprises were added under the hood, including a virtual horn and the roar of a real Mustang engine which is a first for a life-size LEGO vehicle. The Mustang also has working headlights and taillights.

The giant model recently debuted to thousands of classic car enthusiasts at Mustang Club of America’s 40th anniversary festivities in Indianapolis. Admirers included Gale Halderman, a member of the Ford Motor Co. team that designed the original Mustang in the early 1960s, and NASCAR legend Richard Petty. Both men autographed an interior space under the model’s trunk. After a few more public stops on its way south, this “#BrickPony” made its way to its permanent display outside the Ford Driving School attraction.

Saturday, October 1st was the official unveiling of this hot-rod at LEGOLAND Florida. Children representing the Make-A-Wish foundation helped unveil the display, and since LEGOLAND is #builtforkids the rest of the kids at the ceremony joined in as well.

To see this #BrickPony head over to LEGOLAND Florida Resort. It sure is a sight to be seen!

Dad fulfills wifes dying wish to bring son to Walt Disney World

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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October 2, 2016

Billy Webb, a 33-year-old dad from New Jersey brought his son Will to Walt Disney World for the first time to grant his wife Kellie’s dying wish.

Kellie Webb, 33, first met her husband of nine years while stationed in Fort Bragg, NC for the U.S. Army. She served as a combat medic in the Army and completed a 16-month tour in Iraq in 2007. She was diagnosed with stage III colon cancer in 2012 and medically retired from the Army when her cancer became unmanageable in October of 2014.

Kellie’s cancer was deemed terminal at the beginning of the summer. At that time Kellie was asked by her father-in-law what she would like to do before it was too late and that is when she said she wanted to take her son to see Mickey Mouse in Orlando. Kellie went into hospice on Thursday from a reaction to her latest round of chemotherapy, she passed away on Saturday, ending her four-year battle. Billy said about 200 people turned out for Kellie’s funeral.

A “Kellie’s Final Wish” gofundme account was create on September 22^nd and within the first hour the $10,000.00 goal was met. By Friday afternoon almost $35,000.00 was reported in the account.

Although Billy says it means the world to him to be able to bring his son to Walt Disney World, him and his son both really wish Kellie could have joined them. Billy says he thought there was plenty of time left for them to share this vacation.

Billy said Will wants to do it all and that is just what they plan to do!

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Captain’s Grille at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Anticipates 2017 Refurbishment

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October 2, 2016

The Captain’s Grille, in the Walt Disney World Yacht Club Resort, is unofficially anticipating a much-needed refurbishment in 2017. Other than some new tables and chairs, wallpaper and paint, and an update to the menu in 2014, the decor and look have remained the same for the past 25 years. We can expect a reimagined menu, a reconditioned interior, and updated decor when the anticipated work is completed.

The dinner menu offers specialty cocktails, wine, and beer. The appetizers and entrees are scrumptious. If you feel like you can’t decide then your waiter/waitress will make your decision even more difficult when telling you about the specials of the day. We are curious to see what will change, and what will remain the same on the menus, after completion of this possible refurbishment.

When I heard about the potential for the refurbishment, I made sure to get over to Captain’s Grille to enjoy dinner there. Since no dates have been released yet, I wanted to be sure I had the opportunity to enjoy a meal here. The steaks are cooked to perfection and the Cabernet-braised Short Rib is beyond spectacular. We are not sure how they can improve on such an excellent dinner menu, but we are excited about the potential.

We all love dessert, and for many of us, this is the most important part of a great meal. If you are too full for dessert then you may want to enjoy an after-dinner drink or a specialty coffee. We look forward to an updated dessert menu and are hopeful some of the favorites will remain.

The desserts at Captain’s Grille are truly a class-act. From the Gianduja Chocolate Cake, to the S’More’s Tart and the Cheesecake, you are sure to find something that will appeal to your palate. Even if you do not have time for a full sit-down meal, a dessert with a drink of your choice will fit the bill.

The interior is quite dark when you first walk in. The darkness is anticipated as you would expect an old-fashioned New England Yacht Club to be. The three-dimensional art on the wall is interesting to look at. The curves of the walls, along with the porthole windows and the vintage lighting add to the ambience. As a Massachusetts native familiar with Nantucket Island, of which the Yacht Club is imagined and designed after, I look forward to seeing how they will reimagine and enhance the interior look of the Captain’s Grille.

The Captain’s Grille has become a favorite restaurant for many. Reservations are recommended, but not required. Breakfast is served from 7:30am-11:25am. You can order a-la-carte or enjoy the breakfast buffet. Lunch includes lobster rolls, sandwiches, fish and chips, and burgers. The dinner menu, however, is the creme-de-la-creme of the Captain’s Grille offerings.

The Yacht Club Convention Center is undergoing an expansion and this may be the reason Captain’s Grille is facing a potential reconditioning. We eagerly await an official announcement from Disney regarding the anticipated refurbishment dates. But for now, be sure to enjoy a meal at this amazing hidden-gem restaurant.

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Disney World Announces Big Savings for Annual Passholders and DVC Members

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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October 2, 2016

There have been discounts galore this week at Walt Disney World first for Disney Visa Cardmembers and now Disney has released added incentives to both their Annual Passholders and DVC members in the form of two offers that are sure to put a smile on the face of Disney regulars.

Here’s what we know so far:

Annual Passholders- Get 13 months for the price of 12. Starting on October 1st, guests purchasing an Annual Pass will be able to get an extra month of park admission making their pass good for 13 months rather than 12.

However, guests should note that this appears to be a limited time offer and passes must be purchased between October 2, 2016 and January 3, 2017 in order to qualify. The cost of the Annual Passes will vary in price with 5 different options to choose from: Weekday Select, Silver, Gold, Platinum or Platinum Plus. It would appear that the offer is available across all Annual Pass categories.

Bigger Merchandise Discounts offered to Annual Passholders and DVC Members. Starting October 1, 2016, Annual Passholders and DVC Members will see an increase in the discounts that are extended to them. \

Both groups will now receive:

10% discount at Disney operated Walt Disney World Table Service restaurants (excluding Victoria and Alberts)
20% discount at Disney operated Walt Disney World shops, including purchases made on the Disney Parks Merchandise App.

Now thru September 2017, Passholders and DVC Members will also be eligible for a 20% discount at the following Table Service and Quick Service locations:

Magic Kingdom

Peco’s Bills
Jungle Navigation Co. Ltd. Skipper Canteen

Epcot

Electric Umbrella
Liberty Inn
The Garden Grill
Biergarten Restaurant
Rose & Crown Dning Room

Animal Kingdom

Flame Tree BBQ
Tiffins

Hollywood Studios

ABC Commissary
Backlot Express
Hollywood & Vine
The Hollywood Brown Derby

Disney Springs

D-Luxe Burger
Disney Food Trucks

Blizzard Beach

Lottawatta Lodge

Typhoon Lagoon

Leaning Palms

Animal Kingdom Lodge

The Mara
Jiko
Sanaa

Beach Club Resort & Yacht Club Resort

Beach Club Marketplace
Cape May Cafe
Captains Grille

Boardwalk Resort

Boardwalk Bakery
Boardwalk Pizza
ESPN Sports Club
Flying Fish

Contemporary Resort

Contempo Cafe
The Wave

Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground

Trails End Restaurant

Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

Gasparilla Island Grill
Citricos
Grand Floridian Cafe
Narcoossee’s

Old Key West Resort

Olivia’s Cafe

Polynesian Village Resort

Capt. Cooks
Disney’s Spirit of Aloha Dinner Show
Kona Cafe

Port Orleans Riverside

Boatwright’s Dining Hall

Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa

The Turf Club Bar & Grill

Wilderness Lodge

Roaring Fork
Artists Point
Whispering Canyon cafe

Also includes: ESPN Wide World of Sports Grill, ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.

So if you’re on the fence about becoming an Annual Passholder or are weighing the perks of becoming a DVC member, there are discounts aplenty which may serve as a tipping point.

Don’t have an Annual Pass and aren’t considering DVC? Don’t worry. Word in the Disney-sphere is that guest discounts for Winter 2017 aren’t too far away. Readers are encouraged to watch this space for the latest information on discounted package offers.

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Dress like a Happy Haunt with Haunted Mansion Maid Mouse Ears

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October 1, 2016

Do you love Disney’s Haunted Mansion attraction? Then you will adore these Haunted Mansion Maid Mouse ears created by LUVKittyKatrina on Etsy. They were designed to look like the spooky maid outfits seen at this ride – Welcome, foolish mortals, to the Haunted Mansion!

This beautiful headband features a handmade bow with white lace trim. The bow sits atop the ears, with silk roses decorated with miniature, sparkling black bats, black satin bows and black rhinestones. These ears will perfectly compliment a ghoulish Haunted Mansion Disneybound!

Check out these and some of Kitty Katrina’s other designs below:

I may have 999 Minnie Ear headbands, but there is always room for one more!

Emma Watson & Dan Stevens Star in Disney’s “Beauty And The Beast”

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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October 1, 2016

As we all eagerly await the release of Disney’s live action “Beauty and The Beast” hitting theaters on March 17, 2017 we take a look at the teaser trailer.

Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” is a live-action re-telling of the studio’s animated classic which refashions the classic characters from the tale as old as time for a contemporary audience, staying true to the original music while updating the score with several new songs. “Beauty and the Beast” is the fantastic journey of Belle, a bright, beautiful and independent young woman who is taken prisoner by a beast in his castle. Despite her fears, she befriends the castle’s enchanted staff and learns to look beyond the Beast’s hideous exterior and realize the kind heart and soul of the true Prince within.

The film stars: Emma Watson as Belle; Dan Stevens as the Beast; Luke Evans as Gaston, the handsome, but shallow villager who woos Belle; Oscar® winner Kevin Kline as Maurice, Belle’s eccentric, but lovable father; Josh Gad as Lefou, Gaston’s long-suffering aide-de-camp; Golden Globe® nominee Ewan McGregor as Lumiere, the candelabra; Oscar nominee Stanley Tucci as Maestro Cadenza, the harpsichord; Gugu Mbatha-Raw as Plumette, the feather duster; six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald as Madame Garderobe, the wardrobe; Oscar nominee Ian McKellen as Cogsworth, the mantel clock; and two-time Academy Award winner Emma Thompson as the teapot, Mrs. Potts.
Directed by Oscar winner Bill Condon from a screenplay by TBD based on the 1991 animated film, the film is produced by Mandeville Films’ David Hoberman and Todd Lieberman with eight-time Oscar-winning composer Alan Menken, who won two Academy Awards® (Best Original Score and Best Song) for the 1991 animated film, providing the score, which will include new recordings of the original songs written by Menken and Howard Ashman, as well as several new songs written by Menken and three-time Oscar winner Tim Rice.

Annual Passholders getting 13 months for the price of 12 with AP purchase or Renewal Starting Oct 2nd

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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October 1, 2016

If you have been thinking about getting an Annual Pass for Walt Disney World, or if it is time to renew yours, then you’ll be excited to hear about a special promotion Disney is offering as part of the 45th Anniversary celebration!

Starting tomorrow, Oct. 2, guests who are purchasing a 12-month annual pass will be able to enjoy an extra month. That’s right, 13 months for the price of 12! New passes must be purchased between Oct. 2, 2016 and Jan. 3, 2017. Prices vary depending on the type of pass you select: Weekday Select, Silver, Gold, Platinum or Platinum Plus.

This comes alongside an announcement that Passholders will now be receiving increased discounts on merchandise at the parks as well. They now received 20% instead of the previous 10%.

it sure seems like a great year to be an Annual Passholder, don’t you agree?

Happy Birthday, Walt Disney World!

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Photos & Videos: Magic Kingdom’s 45th Anniversary

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Chip

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October 1, 2016

Today marks the 45th Anniversary of the Magic Kingdom. The wonderful Lisette was on hand today in the Magic Kingdom to get photos and video of all the fun happenings at the park. In case you missed my post from this morning the Magic Kingdom is offering a 20% discount for Annual Passholders and Vacation Club Members. Check it out here.

Enjoy the photos & video from this special day!

Here is video of the Opening Celebration:

Also here is a peek at the crazy lines from earlier.