Baseball World Champions Chicago Cubs Celebrate With A Trip to Disney World

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November 8, 2016

“I’m Going to Disney World” was certainly a phrase uttered by key members of the Chicago Cubs who graced the Magic Kingdom with their presence complete with a ticker tape parade on the afternoon of Saturday November 5th.

Championship MVP Ben Zobrist, Addison Russell and Javier Baez, all who helped Chicago to the World Championship earlier this week celebrated with their good pal Mickey Mouse as they made their way down Main Street USA to a large crowd of cheering fans dressed up in team colors for the occasion. Mickey and Goofy even used this as an opportunity to don their favorite baseball uniforms.

In addition to the parade, the players and their families had the day to enjoy some of their favorite attractions and were spotted throughout the park including a visit to Dumbo the Flying Elephant.

The parade is the latest in a long-line of special salutes given to sports champions who celebrate their victories by visiting these iconic theme parks. The “Going to Disney World” tradition dates back to 1987.

The Cubs turned the series around (they were down 3-1 in the best-of-seven series) to win Game 7 in 10 innings due in part to Ben Zobrist’s double in the 10th inning.

Russel and Baez were also both huge contributors throughout the Cubs Playoff games. Russell hit a grand slam home run in Game 6 that helped to ensure they were able to make it to the all important game 7. Baez was responsible for the Cub’s only home run in their 1-0 win over San Francisco in the National League Division series.

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Iron Man Experience at Hong Kong Disneyland Opens on January 11, 2017

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November 7, 2016

Iron Man Experience, the first Disney attraction based on a Marvel character, will open at Hong Kong Disneyland on January 11, 2017. The adventure against the forces of evil will take flight throughout the streets and skies of Hong Kong and is presented by AIA. Stark’s Iron Man suits and latest innovations will also be showcased at this exciting new experience located in Tomorrowland.

Check out the video below…

Take flight with Iron Man above Hong Kong

The eminent Innovator and pioneer, Tony Stark has selected Tomorrowland in Hong Kong Disneyland to host Stark Expo, where he will show off his latest high-tech creations to showcase his visions of the future. See the latest and greatest products from Stark Industries at the Stark Expo’s four exhibition halls: the iconic Iron Man MARK III suit in the Hall of Protection, the arc reactor in the Hall of Energy, and gravity-defying Iron Wing in the Hall of Mobility, the MARK I Iron Man Suit in the Hall of Legacy and more.

Put on a pair of StarkVision glasses and explore Tony Stark’s latest innovations up close and fly in the gravity-defying Iron Wing flight vehicle in Iron Man Experience. Whizz alongside Iron Man through streets that resemble those in West Kowloon and downtown, and fly over iconic Hong Kong landmarks like Hong Kong Stark Tower, Tsing Ma Bridge, Victoria Harbour and the city’s pristine mountain ranges.

After safely touching down from your Iron Wing vehicle, don’t miss an once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to personal encounter with Iron Man at Iron Man Tech Showcase presented by Stark Industries.

Become Iron Man at Expo Shop
No pilgrimage to the Stark Expo would be complete without a good look around the Expo Shop. Not only will you find a treasure-trove of collectibles from the world of Iron Man – including 70-plus Hong Kong Disneyland exclusive Iron Man merchandise and more than 250 items of Marvel-themed memorabilia – you can also get to try the suit on for size. The interactive game Become Iron Man at The Stark Expo puts you in the ultimate suit of armor through interactive motion-sensing technology. Take home a memento package featuring a digital photo collage of your Become Iron Man adventure, as well as a downloadable video clip of your Iron Man transformation.

Refuel and recharge, Iron Man style
Take the opportunity of the refuel break from the intensive Iron Man Experience, and recharge yourself with more than 25 Iron Man themed food and beverage choices available around the Park and hotel restaurants, including Iron Man Waffle, Iron Man stein, Iron Man desserts at Chef Mickey Buffet and Iron Man beverages served at the resort hotels.

Hotel guests can enjoy exclusive preview and priority admission to Iron Man Experience
Prior to the official launch of Iron Man Experience, Guests staying at the resort’s two hotels from December 23* will receive a Priority Admission Pass of Iron Man Experience to shorten the wait time for their turn on the Marvel-themed ride. The Priority Admission Pass excludes January 9 and 10, 2017.

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New Videos from Disney’s “Moana” Now Available!

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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November 7, 2016

As we edge closer to the premiere of “Moana”, Disney filmmakers invite moviegoers to venture behind the scenes with “The Way to Moana.”. Featuring commentary from filmmakers, voice talent, songwriters, and key advisors from the Pacific Islands, the new featurette dives into the research and collaboration that went into the film, helping to ensure the story celebrates the Pacific Island cultures that so deeply inspired it.

Also available today is a look at the stunning realization of the original song “We Know the Way.” Written and performed by Opetaia Foa‘i and Lin-Manuel Miranda, “We Know the Way” showcases the rich and vibrant voyaging life of Moana’s ancestors.

“Moana” sails into U.S. theaters on Nov. 23, 2016.

This Christmas Minnie Bow add the Perfect Touch of Sparkle

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Danielle

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November 7, 2016

I love to add a touch of Disney sparkle to my every day life, but I love it even more at Christmas time! Come this time of year I’m all about all things Disney that are red, green and SPARKLY! This Christmas Minnie Bow by LiLSweetumsBowtique on Etsy is exactly what I need for my Holiday outfits this year.

The bow measures approx 4 in x 5 in and is attached to a partially lined 1 3/4 inch alligator clip. The Minnie head is made out of red glitter and resin with an adorable sprig of shiny green holly. If you’d rather have a green Mickey head with a red candy cane or bow you can message the designer for a special order. The bow it’s self is a gorgeous double layer, with a striped fabric and polka-dot fabric. The bow’s colors are chic Christmas colors that pop.

The designer has a couple of Christmas bows to choose from, each just as adorable as the last:

Would you wear a Christmas Minnie Bow with your Holiday outfits?

Take a Peek at the New Disney Parks Holiday Merchandise

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Danielle

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November 7, 2016

Lots of fabulous new items and designs are dashing into Disney Parks for the Holidays. The beautiful new Disney Parks Holiday Merchandise is sure to offer something for everyone.

A new retro inspired collection, offers beautiful new items to decorate with, that also serve as functioning kitchen and dining wares. I’m loving the Bambi creamer pitcher, and Thumper gravy boat!

A charmingly rustic collection of Disney character fabric ornaments add a cozy touch to the Christmas Tree this year. Lots of great characters from Meeko, to Robin Hood are available.

Of course it wouldn’t be a holiday at Disney Parks, without cheerful Christmas attire to wear and remember your vacation with. Raglans, sweaters, and even t-shirts mimicking “ugly holiday sweaters” will be sure to delight all. I spotted a pair of fun holiday socks that I think my feet will be asking Santa for this year too!

Now for the finale of the New Disney Parks Holiday Merchandise! For the first time ever, Disney and Dooney & Bourke are releasing a Holiday purse collection! The collection is available in the three most popular D&B styles, the Shoppers tote, Cross body, and Wristlet!

Check out the great Disney Parks Unboxed video from Disney Parks Blog to see more of the charming Holiday items coming to Disney Parks this Holiday season!

Happy Holiday Shopping!

Disney Adds new FREE treats for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party!

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Chip

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November 7, 2016

Joining the hot chocolate and snickerdoodle cookies guests have enjoyed in years past at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, there are new complimentary treats available this year!

Here are some of the free treats and their locations available for those attending Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party!

Hot Chocolate and Snickerdoodle cookie, Tortuga Tavern, Adventureland
Eggnog and Gingersnap Molasses Cookie, Heritage House in Liberty Square
Snow Cone and Snowman Sugar Cookie, Friar’s Nook in Fantasyland
Spiced Apple Cider and Snowman Sugar Cookie, Pete’s Silly Sideshow Storybook Circus in Fantasyland
Hot Chocolate and Peppermint Bark Cookie, The Lunching Pad in Tomorrowland

Along with these free treats Disney is bringing back some old favorites and some new temptations that are available for a limited time.

Peppermint Cupcake, with chocolate cake and peppermint frosting, and a Holiday Wish Cupcake, with vanilla cake and buttercream, Main Street Bakery.

Holiday Tree Cupcake, an adorable Holiday Tree Cupcake is made with spiced cake—infused with cinnamon, clove and star anise—topped with sprinkles, buttercream icing and an edible star,Gaston’s Tavern.

Back by popular demand the Pumpkin Spice Waffle is topped with vanilla ice cream and dusted with cinnamon and holiday sprinkles pick this up at Sleepy Hollow.

Very Merry Strawberry Lemonade Slush, a holiday-inspired red and green slushy complete with Mickey straw, Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café.

Holiday Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich, Plaza Ice Cream Parlor.

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party takes place select dates in November and December at Magic Kingdom Park, and requires separate admission ticket.

Exclusive Moana Film Clip Now Available in Disney Crossy Road Mobile Game

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Danielle

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November 7, 2016

Disney revealed a brand new Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Moana clip featuring Moana, Maui and Kakamora (coconut-armored pirates), in the Disney Crossy Road mobile game. The Moana Film Clip will be available in-game until Nov. 12, and only visible by Crossy Road plays!

Also Disney Crossy Road players will have access to a special in-game promotion with Regal Cinemas that allows you to purchase online pre-sale tickets for Moana through Nov. 22.

The integration continues on Nov. 17 when Moana-inspired content will be added to Disney Crossy Road, letting players hop into the 8-bit version of Lalotai and explore the Realm of Monsters with new figurines, such as Moana, Maui, Pua, Heihei, Tamatoa, and more. Players can collect shiny treasures along the road as they dodge giant frogs, mutant plants and unusual monsters.

Watch the Dwayne Johnson Disney Crossy Road teaser video below!

Disney Crossy Road is an 8-bit endless arcade hopper that challenges players to cross the road with their favorite Disney figurines for as long as they can, while dodging unexpected obstacles. Based on the original Crossy Road game from Hipster Whale, which has been downloaded more than 120 million times to date, Disney Crossy Road lets players hop through more than 15 different Disney- and Pixar-themed 8-bit worlds including: Toy Story, Zootopia, The Lion King, The Haunted Mansion, Tangled and more.

If you want to check out this exclusive Moana Film Clip, the hit mobile game is available for free with in-app purchases on the App Store, Google Play Store, Windows Store and Amazon Appstore.

Drones Used to Bring Holiday Magic to Disney Springs

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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November 7, 2016

Here at Chip and Co, we reported last week that Disney was granted permission to use drones at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland. It would seem that the permit was granted just in time for Disney to unveil a magical holiday experience happening at Disney Springs this Christmas Season. You need to see it to believe it. Check out this video:

This is the first of many ways that Disney fans will be able to see this technology used in the months ahead. There is no word yet on when this new offering will be available but watch this space for further details!

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Tune in for the first Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Tonight

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Chip

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November 7, 2016

Our local writer Lisette will be at the Magic Kingdom tonight for the first Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party of the season. Stay tuned to the Chip and Co Facebook page tonight for pictures, and live video from the Magic Kingdom for the first event of the Holiday Season.

In case you missed my post yesterday here is a look at the Park Maps for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party!

Merry Christmas!

The Difference a Month Can Make During Refurbishment at Hollywood Studios

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Lisette R

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November 7, 2016

As we all eagerly await updates on the development of Toy Story Land, and Star Wars Land, at Disney’s Hollywood Studios we cannot help but notice the changes that are already taking place. We reported earlier in September that the Streets of America are slowly disappearing as the building facades begin to come down. The difference a month can make during a refurbishment is intriguing.

In early September the building facades from one side of the Streets of America had disappeared completely. In late October we discovered that the New York City facade, to include the Empire State Building, have also disappeared. You can see the side-by-side comparison in the photos from September, and then October, above.

As you approach, or exit Muppets Courtyard, there was a large gray building facade that blocked the view to the Streets of America, as seen in the first picture above. Now, upon your approach to Muppets Courtyard, you can see clear through to the former Streets of America area as referenced above in the side-by-side photos of the same area.

In September the Writer’s Stop was still open for business and the construction walls were up just beyond the front steps. Now, this month, the Writer’s Stop is closed. We were told that it is also undergoing refurbishment and will likely become a bar. There is no official word from Disney regarding what will truly become of the Writer’s Stop. For now, it is behind construction walls and you cannot enter from the Sci-Fi Dine In Theater as you could in the past.

We are quite stunned by the many changes that can take place to an area in a month’s time. We will continue to watch this space as it undergoes its many changes. Stay tuned here for future refurbishment updates.

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Private Water Taxi Service Being offered at Grand Floridian

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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November 7, 2016

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For those guests who aren’t huge fans of waiting for Disney’s complimentary transportation to and from the parks, it appears there is a new options being offered to some resort guests. Guests at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa now have the option to purchase direct watercraft transportation to destinations around the Seven Seas Lagoon.

The service can accommodate up to 10 passengers per boat and costs $20 each way per family. The private experience is available throughout the day, based on availability. Reservations can be made by calling the recreation team at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort between 8AM and 6PM at 321-318-8212. Return service has to be booked separately, based on a availability, and may not be available from the Magic Kingdom.

The usual modes of transportation from the Grand Floridian are not affected by this new private water taxi service, and monorail, Buses and regular water craft are all still complimentary for guests of the resorts.

Will you be willing to try out this new service?

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Sweet Crepes Have Returned to Seasonal Aristocrepes Kiosk

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November 7, 2016

Sweet Crepes have returned to the menu at the seasonal Aristocrepes Disney Springs kiosk. In late October we reported that Aristocrepes was moving to a seasonal schedule. We noted that the crepes would be available at Amorette’s Patisserie; and this is still true to some degree. Amorette’s Patisserie is continuing to serve the meal crepes such as the ham and cheese crepe and the veggie crepe.

I decided to walk by the Aristocrepes kiosk on a recent visit to Disney Springs. I noticed that the Aristocrepes signage was missing and the menu consisted of pretzels, popcorn, chips, wine, beer, alcoholic sodas, and non-alcoholic beverages. As I walked over to the other side of the walkway, a gentleman arrived at the kiosk and removed the menus. He then replaced the menus with a new menu that displays the return of the Sweet Crepes to this location. Apparently, the sweet crepes sell fairly well at this kiosk.

Amorette’s Patisserie is loaded with amazing sweet desserts. I know that if I go to Amorette’s, I do not order crepes as the amazing sweet desserts on offer are beyond delicious. This is likely a good call to add the Sweet Crepes back to the seasonal Aritocrepes kiosk. Not only does it offer another option to the standard snack menu, it also offers something sweet to an otherwise primarily salty menu.

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