Aquatica Orlando’s “Cool” Summer Party Returns July 8th

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July 7, 2016

SeaWorld’s Waterpark, Aquatica, is preparing to help you beat the Central Florida heat. Every Friday and Saturday night, from July 8th through August 6th, Aquatica will be offering its Island Nights presented by Coca-Cola. Guests can enjoy these evening celebrations with a special Island Nights soundtrack, extended park hours, a daily happy hour from 5:00pm until the park closes, an evening menu sizzlin’ with flavor at Waterstone Grill and an evening kick-off party with a DJ and dancers. These events are included with your park admission to Aquatica.

The party begins at 5:00pm as the DJ drops the first beat with a burst of water over the crowd marking the start of Island Nights. Visitors can choose to enjoy the atmosphere with the Island Nights dancers or ride the water-slides while enjoying the tunes as they are broadcasted throughout the park.

Happy hour begins at 5:00pm and runs until the park closes at 8:00pm. Select food locations will offer $2 off beer and wine, and half-price Refillable Souvenir Cups.

Waterstone Grill will feature an Island Nights exclusive menu to include the mojo pork sandwich and pineapple burger. Banana Beach will offer Hawaiian pizza, curry meatballs and pigeon pea rice.

Take a thrilling ride on Ihu’s Breakaway Falls as the sun sets over the Orlando skyline. This water-slide is Orlando’s tallest, steepest, and only multi-drop tower slide of its kind. After climbing 80 feet into the air, park goers step into one of three breakaway boxes anxiously waiting to see who will drop next as part of this wild ride.

Guests can enjoy Island Nights for just $38 when they buy their tickets in advance online, a $20 savings off of general admission. Guests can also visit both Aquatica and SeaWorld for only $99 with the Choose Your Adventure 2-parks ticket option.

New this year, Aquatica visitors can ride more slides and save time with Quick Queue. Guests can skip the lines and enjoy front-of-the-line access to six of the most popular water-slides including Ihu’s Breakaway Falls, Taumata Racer and Omaka Rocka. Quick Queue is available online for as low as $15.

From high-speed water-slides and exhilarating wave pools, to tranquil beaches and remarkable animal habitats, Aquatica, SeaWorld’s Waterpark has it all. This one-of-a-kind waterpark is home to some of the world’s most thrilling water rides, featuring 42 slides, rivers and lagoons, and 84,000 square feet of sparkling white, sandy beaches and breathtaking animal exhibits.

For more information, park hours and to purchase tickets, visit AquaticaOrlando.com. Events and times are subject to change. Follow Aquatica on Facebook and Instagram for the latest Island Nights information.

Wishing you all a happy summer and fun in the Florida sun! Please leave your comments in the box below.

Captain America Talks to Disney Park Guest in Sign Language

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July 7, 2016

The Disney Parks are known for creating magical moments for their guests around the world, and fortunately a recent park-goer captured one on video for fans to see! Recently at Disney California Adventure at the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, CA an incredible moment was captured: The Captain America face character speaking in ASL (American Sign Language) to communicate with a park guest. You can check out the video shared on Instagram via a park guest:

One of the sweetest moments I’ve ever seen. Quit making me fall in love with you. ?

A video posted by jade (@xoxogossipjew) on Jun 29, 2016 at 2:59pm PDT

I find it especially wonderful that the man behind the Captain America mask decided to create such a simple, yet incredibly magical moment for an adult guest by using sign language with him. Just goes to show that the Disney parks are magical for all ages!

Photo Credit: Disney

New Shaved Ice Treat Being Tested at Pineapple Lanai

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July 7, 2016

We hear word that there is a shaved ice treat being tested at Disney’s Polynesian Resort at the Pineapple Lanai, where you can also indulge in the guest favorite Dole Whip. The shaved ice treat comes in 5 flavors: strawberry, blue raspberry, pina colada, mango, and passion fruit, and then condensed milk/cream is added on top.

This new offering is $4, but is not currently on the menu, so guests will have to ask for it.

The shaved ice treat used to be available at Kona Island inside the resort, but we see that now it may possibly be moving to Pineapple Lanai to join it’s famous treat brother, the Dole Whip. What do you think? Will you try one?

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Watch a Live Stream of “Mickey’s Royal Friendship Faire” on July 11th

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July 7, 2016

The new stage show “Mickey’s Royal Friendship Faire” premiered last month at Magic Kingdom on the Cinderella Castle Forecourt stage. Guests at home will now have the opportunity to enjoy the spectacular live performance on July 11th as part of the #DisneyParksLIVE series. For a list of upcoming live stream events at Disney Parks during the month of July click here.

The live stream of “Mickey’s Royal Friendship Faire” will begin at 4:10pm EST on July 11, 2016. A new post from Disney Parks Blog containing the live stream feed will be posted on that day. Be sure to tune in a few minutes early to learn more about how new shows and entertainment at Walt Disney World Resort are created.

“Mickey’s Royal Friendship Faire” brings both classic and contemporary Disney Characters to life and features original song, memorable music, dancing, delightful costumes and magical special effects. Expect to see favorite Disney characters like Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck and Goofy, plus a wonderful cast of characters from some of Disney’s newest classics, including “Frozen,” “Tangled” and “The Princess and the Frog.”

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Photo Credit: Disney Parks Blog

Enjoy ‘Festival Culinary Adventures’ during the 2016 Epcot Food & Wine Festival

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July 7, 2016

Epcot’s International Food and Wine Festival will take place for 62 days this year from September 14 through November 14, 2016. If you’re looking for a unique and fully immersive dining experience during this year’s event then entice your senses with “Festival Culinary Adventures Around the Walt Disney World Resort” (formerly referred to as the “Signature Dining” events).

Sept 15 (thu) – The BOATHOUSE (Disney Springs) 11:30am – $150
Sept 20 (tue) – ESPN Club (BoardWalk Inn) 12:00pm – $119
Sept 24 (sat) – Narcoossee’s (Grand Floridian) 12:00pm – $199
Sept 24 (sat) – Jiko (Animal Kingdom Lodge) 6:00pm – $199
Sept 27 (tue) – ESPN Club (BoardWalk Inn) 12:00pm – $119
Sept 28 (wed) – Portobello Country Italian Trattoria (Disney Springs) 6:30pm – $110
Oct 4 (tue) – ESPN Club (BoardWalk Inn) 12:00pm – $119
Oct 5 (wed) – Trattoria al Forno Lunch (BoardWalk Inn) 12:30pm – $139
Oct 6 (thu) – Yachtsman Steakhouse (Yacht Club) 5:00pm – $229
Oct 8 (sat) – Artist Point (Wilderness Lodge) 11:30am – $169
Oct 14 (fri) – Contemporary Catering Chef’s Table (Contemporary Resort) 7:30pm – $259
Oct 20 (thu) – The Brown Derby (Hollywood Studios) 6:00pm – $199**
Oct 20 (thu) – Raglan Road (Disney Springs) 6:30pm – $177
Oct 21 (fri) – Victoria and Albert’s (Grand Floridian) 6:30pm – $600
Oct 26 (wed) – The Wave of American Flavors (Contemporary) 12:30pm – $169
Oct 27 (thu) – Flying Fish Cafe (BoardWalk Inn) 6:00pm – $199
Oct 27 (thu) – California Grill (Contemporary) 6:00pm – $319
Oct 28 (fri) – Afternoon Tea at Crescent Solarium (Yacht & Beach Club) 1:00pm – $79
Nov 2 (wed) – Trattoria al Forno Lunch (BoardWalk Inn) 12:30pm – $139
Nov 3 (thu) – Flying Fish Cafe (BoardWalk Inn) 6:00pm – $199
Nov 10 (thu) – Trattoria al Forno Dinner (BoardWalk Inn) 6:30pm – $169
Nov 10 (thu) – Flying Fish (BoardWalk Inn) 6:00pm – $199
Nov 12 (sat) – Jiko (Animal Kingdom Lodge) 6:00pm – $199

Savor specialty creations by the talented minds behind many signature Walt Disney Resort restaurants. Each meal is carefully crafted to delight your taste buds while you soak up the atmosphere, for a fully immersive sensory experience. Dreamed up by these culinary wizards, these delicacies will be complemented by specially selected wines, beers, or spirits to accompany your magical meal.

Appearances, presentations, and events are subject to change without notice. Prices are per person plus tax, gratuity included. Theme park admission is required for events that take place within the parks and is not included.

Contact [email protected] or visit my Facebook page here to start planning your next Disney Destination vacation. All of my planning services are 100% FREE and can help save you both time and money!

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Girl comes out a very magical Disney way!

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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July 6, 2016

A 16 year old girl from California decided it was time to come out to her parents and brother. She knew for years she was gay and was never really worried about how her family reacted however wasn’t sure exactly how to come out.

The young lady, Gina, said she was never really the kind of girl who sat down and had a serious conversation so she had to come up with a fun way and then it came to her.

@ayydubs this is how I came out yesterday lolol pic.twitter.com/UqStjeZRyF

— gina (@ginaslife3) June 20, 2016

The responses were overwhelming and her parents and brother’s reaction was positive. Her brother and father said they knew for a while but weren’t sure. Gina said:

“I never expected it to blow up like this. This Twitter account was just my spam account where I posted random fangirl stuff but I decided it couldn’t hurt to post it and the result was absolutely amazing. People have responded saying I’ve inspired them to do the same thing, which I think is the coolest part of it all,”

What do you think about Gina’s way of coming out? Comment below!

Disneyland Refurbishment schedule for July 2016

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July 6, 2016

In order to keep their rides running smoothly and safely, Disneyland often needs to close rides in order to perform maintenance on them, or even to give them a new look. As much as we don’t like it when our favorite rides aren’t running, it’s necessary to keep all the guests safe while on the rides. That being said, here is a list of rides and attractions at the Disneyland Resort undergoing refurbishments during July 2016

Disneyland Park:

Davy Crockett’s Explorer Canoes- Jan 11- TBA
Disneyland Railroad- Jan 11- TBA
Disneyland Railroad – Mickey’s Toontown – Jan 11-TBA
Disneyland Railroad – New Orleans Square- Jan 11-TBA
Disneyland Railroad – Tomorrowland – Jan 11- TBA
Fantasmic! – Jan 11- TBA
Mark Twain Riverboat – Jan 11- TBA
Pirate’s Lair on Tom Sawyer Island – Jan 11- TBA
Sailing Ship Columbia – Jan 11- TBA

We hope these closures don’t affect your trip!

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Complimentary Disney Vacation Club Safari Spectacular Event is now Available to Book

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July 6, 2016

Disney Vacation Club Members are invited to take a walk on the wild side at the Safari Spectacular at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park. The complimentary event, which is exclusive to DVC members and their guests, will be held on select Tuesdays in September from 9:30pm until midnight. Reservations are required and can be made beginning July 6th by calling Member Services at (800) 800-9800.

Splash into Summer with Cute Minnie Mouse Beach Bags

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Danielle

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July 6, 2016

I’m going on an island vacation this summer, not Disney I know, but I had to find some Disney to bring with me. Enter these beautiful Minnie Mouse Beach Bags from CraftsbyIsas on Etsy. They are exactly what I was looking for!

You can carry all your items in these beautifully crafted Minnie Mouse beach bags. It’s made of black strong, vinyl coated polyester, which breathes, which is perfect for the beach or pool. The straps wrap around the bag making it strong enough for heavy duty items. The trim and front square print are 100% cotton, and it also has an outside pocket. Inside the bag there is a fabric pocket and a bottom lining. I really love a bag with mesh for the beach to help sift out sand, and keep my damp items from becoming musty. They are even machine washable, which is perfect in case you spill any of your drinks or snacks inside. The designer has a few more Disney bags offered as well.

Do you bring Disney themed items like this Minnie Mouse beach bag on your non Disney vacations too?

Spectacular Disney Castle Skirt That Makes a Statement

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Danielle

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July 6, 2016

Okay, where has this skirt been all of my life, and why don’t I already have it? I’m really awe struck at what a gorgeous print the Disney Castle skirt has, it’s absolutely beautiful.

This Disney Castle Skirt has an elastic waist, is light weight, and has a soft feel that gives it comfortable fit! This delicate watercolor style print skirt gives a dreamy allure, and depicts Cinderella’s Castle at night. I honestly feel like I will hear the soft tune of “A Dream is a Wish your Heart Makes” following me as I wear this. It’s a knee length skirt that would look great with a white cardigan or crochet top. Best of all this skirt is on Amazon for only $15.99 and you also get free Prime shipping, score!

What do you think of this gorgeous Disney Castle skirt?

Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach Scheduled Winter Closures

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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July 6, 2016

Each winter, during the cooler months, Disney alternates the refurbishment closures of it’s two water parks, Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach.

The 2016 Water Park refurbishment closures for this winter are as follows:

Blizzard Beach will be closed from October 23 2016 through to December 24 2016
Typhoon Lagoon will be closed from December 25 2016 through to March 11 2017

We’re also secretly hoping that when Typhoon Lagoon re-opens that it will have a new Family Raft Ride that we talked about a few weeks ago, aren’t you?

If you’d like to plan a trip to Disneyland or Walt Disney World, but don’t know where to begin, then contact me today for more information, and to take advantage of my FREE Disney Vacation planning services. I specialize in Disneyland, Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Aulani resort in Hawaii, as well as Adventures by Disney. Email me at [email protected] for a free quote, or you can find me on my Facebook page here.

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TICKETS FOR D23 EXPO 2017: THE ULTIMATE DISNEY FAN EVENT GO ON SALE THURSDAY, JULY 14, 2016

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Chip

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July 6, 2016

On Thursday, July 14, at 10 a.m. PT, D23: The Official Disney Fan Club will begin selling tickets for the next D23 Expo, which will take place July 14–16, 2017, at the Anaheim Convention Center. The largest Disney fan event in the world, D23 Expo celebrates all the wonderful worlds of Disney entertainment, uniting all parts of The Walt Disney Company under one roof, including The Walt Disney Studios (including Marvel, Pixar, and Lucasfilm); Walt Disney Parks and Resorts; Disney Consumer Products and Interactive Media; and Media Networks (including ABC, Disney Channel, and Radio Disney). D23 Expo 2017 marks the fifth biennial event held in Anaheim

Once again the Expo will celebrate the past, present, and future of Disney with live events, celebrity appearances, panels, presentations, sneak peeks, and immersive experiences. D23 Expo 2017 marks the return of fan favorites, including the Disney Legends Awards Ceremony, honoring the talented men and women who have made indelible contributions to the Disney legacy; an exhibit from the Walt Disney Archives, which spotlights costumes, props, and set pieces from Disney’s rich history; and the Mousequerade costume contest.

Tickets for D23 Expo 2017 will be available at a discounted price for a limited time. From July 14–December 31, 2016, tickets are $67 for a one-day adult admission and $46 for children 3–12. Tickets for members of D23: The Official Disney Fan Club are $57 for a one-day adult admission and $41 for children. Multi-day money-saving tickets are also available. D23 Members can save as much as $296 off the price of admission, based on the purchase of four three-day tickets at the D23 Member rate. For more information on tickets and the ticket pricing structure for members and general admission, visit D23Expo.com.

To celebrate the launch of ticket sales, D23 will be streaming select presentations from D23 Expo 2015 at D23Expo.com from Wednesday, July 13, through Sunday, July 17. Presentations include “Once Upon a Time: An Evening with Snow White & the Evil Queen” (featuring Ginnifer Goodwin and Lana Parilla), “A Goofy Movie 20th Anniversary Celebration!” (including stars Bill Farmer, Jason Marsden, and Jim Cummings), “Disneyland: Fond Memories of the Past” (with Walt Disney Archives Director Becky Cline), and “In Conversation with the Filmmakers and the Emotions Behind Inside Out” (featuring Pete Docter, Jonas Rivera, and a special appearance by Sadness herself, Phyllis Smith).

D23 Expo 2017 will showcase all of the latest stars in the Disney universe. In 2015, celebrity appearances included Johnny Depp, Harrison Ford, Ellen DeGeneres, Chris Evans, Lupita Nyong’o, Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, and Dwayne Johnson. The event also featured performances by Ne-Yo, Sabrina Carpenter, the cast ofTeen Beach 2, and stars of Disney’s shows on Broadway. Additionally, Disney executives and creative talent came together to deliver special presentations, announcements, and experiences to Disney fans throughout the three-day extravaganza.

A limited number of VIP Sorcerer Packages for D23 Expo 2017 will be available. The Sorcerer Package includes:

Three-day admission ticket and commemorative Sorcerer credential
Reserved seating at presentations in Hall D23, Stage 23, and Stage 28
Limited-edition D23 American Tourister boarding bag
Pre-Expo tour of select exhibits including Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives
Exclusive shopping time in the D23 Expo Dream Store, Disney Store, and Mickey’s of Glendale
Tour of the D23 Expo show floor the day before the Expo is open to the public
Welcome Reception on Thursday evening
Exclusive entrance to the Expo each morning
A voucher for an appointment with an on-site massage therapist
Exclusive D23 Expo gift pack including gifts from D23 and the rest of The Walt Disney Company
Meet and Greet with a special Disney guest
“Fond Farewell” reception on final day of Expo
Plus, access to the Sorcerer Member Lounge and other benefits

Sorcerer Package tickets are available exclusively to both D23 Gold and Gold Family Members at $2,250 per ticket. Members have the option to purchase up to two Sorcerer tickets. Additional details and benefits are highlighted at D23Expo.com.

D23 Gold and Charter Members will be entitled to special benefits throughout the weekend. Look for announcements about these opportunities in the coming months.

For the latest news and updates about D23 Expo 2017, visit D23Expo.com.