Your Favorite Disney Items on Sale For Amazon Prime Day!

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July 12, 2016

Amazon Prime Day is like a holiday for those of us who love to shop. There are tons of exclusive deals for Prime members, including popular Disney items!

You can score a whole host of excellent Disney treats on sale, as well as free shipping today only! Who needs Black Friday and Cyber Monday when you’ve got Prime Day! You can save up to an additional 30% off select items! All you have to do is log into your Amazon Prime account, select your Disney goodies, and the discount will be applied at check out.

This is stylish Snow White Watch is an excellent Disney Find.

Keep track of time with this officially licensed Disney Women’s Enamel Sparkle Watch by Ewatchfactory on your wrist. The timepiece displays artwork from your favorite Disney character on the face, and is designed with labeled “hour” and “minute” hands to help young ones learn how to tell time. This classic watch has a polished and matte steel finish and a precision Japan movement for accurate time keeping.

One of my all time favorite Disney Jewelry pieces, the Mickey Mouse Open Heart is available on sale today too.

This necklace is one of the Mickey jewelry items I probably wear the most!

There’s a bunch of other fun Mickey themed items on sale too: Mickey Suitcase, Mickey Toaster, Mickey Waffle Maker, Mickey Clock and so much more!

Which Disney Amazon Prime Day item is your must have?

Legoland offering free tickets for Florida Residents for limited time

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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July 12, 2016

Florida Residents are being offered an amazing deal with LEGOLAND^® Florida Resort this summer! #builtforkids is inviting kids throughout the state to visit for FREE! When a Florida resident buys a full-price, single-day adult ticket to LEGOLAND Florida Theme Park and LEGOLAND Water Park get a kid’s ticket absolutely free.

This is a limited time offer and only available online.

Offer details:

This offer is available online only at https://www.legoland.com/kidsgofreefl now through Sunday, July 31, 2016.
Tickets are valid for visits through Monday, Sept. 5, 2016.
A maximum of three (3) free kids’ tickets can be redeemed per transaction.
Florida residency is required and will be verified with the credit card billing ZIP code.

Come see all the brick-tacular fun at the place where #AwesomeAwaits! We’ve debuted two brand-new 4D movies, a fun new water park attraction, new models in MINILAND USA and lots of hands-on LEGO building activities inside the newly re-imagined Imagination Zone. Plus, our exclusive LEGOLAND Night Lights event continues every weekend through July – no extra ticket required!

Ready to book this amazing vacation? Contact me here

Is an Uber-style Service coming to Walt Disney World?

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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July 12, 2016

WDW News Today reports that Disney has been surveying guests about their interest in an “uber-style” transportation service at the parks. This service would most likely only be a resort-resort service, but in the end, who really know what Disney would end up doing with it? This of course would not be a free service, and would have a fee, but I imagine many guests would be willing to pay a fee to be able to avoid the bus transportation and complicated ways in which you would need to get from one resort to another for a dining reservation.

Currently this concept is only being tested with guests through surveys, so there isn’t any insight on whether or not it may actually happen.

Would you take advantage of this service if it became available?

If you’re unsure of where to begin planning your Disney Parks vacation, contact me today to take advantage of my FREE vacation planning services! I specialize in Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Aulani resort in Hawaii, as well as Adventures by Disney. Contact me today at [email protected] for a free quote, or you can find me on my facebook page here.

Early Morning Magic Starting at Hollywood Studios August 1st

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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July 12, 2016

If you are a fan of Magic Kingdom’s Early Morning Magic, where a limited number of guests can enter the park early to enjoy specific attractions, as well as enjoy a buffet breakfast, then you’ll be even more excited to hear that not only has Disney Early Morning Magic been extended through September 30, 2016, for Magic Kingdom Park, but that Disney’s Hollywood Studios will soon offer Disney Early Morning Magic as well!

Beginning August 1, a select number of guests can experience Disney Early Morning Magic at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Beginning at 7:45 a.m., guests can enter the park and experience Star Tours – The Adventures Continue, Toy Story Mania!, Pixar Place character greetings (with Woody and Buzz), and Mickey and Minnie on Commissary Lane and Olaf at Celebrity Spotlight. Guests can also partake in an all-you-care-to-enjoy breakfast at ABC Commissary from 8-10 a.m.

Guests can begin booking Disney Early Morning Magic for Disney’s Hollywood Studios starting today. The number of tickets available for each morning is limited, so visit DisneyWorld.com/EarlyMorningMagic to reserve or call 407-827-7350 for more information. (Please note that a theme park ticket is required in addition to the Disney Early Morning Magic ticket. Disney Early Morning Magic is also a separate experience than Extra Magic Hours, which are held on different dates).

If you’re unsure of where to begin planning your Disney Parks vacation, contact me today to take advantage of my FREE vacation planning services! I specialize in Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Aulani resort in Hawaii, as well as Adventures by Disney. Contact me today at [email protected] for a free quote, or you can find me on my facebook page here.

photo credit: Disney

Enjoy a Delicious Beverage Seminar at the Epcot Food & Wine Festival

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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July 12, 2016

Beverage Seminars

Sample select adult beverages during the 2016 Epcot Food and Wine Festival that will put you in touch with your inner wine, beer and spirit connoisseur. Reservations for Beverage Seminars can be made beginning Thursday, July 21st.

Salud!

Raise your glasses as sommeliers and other beverage experts share their extensive knowledge at these deliciously informative presentations. Attendees can taste these popular potables while developing a new appreciation for state-of-the-art winemaking, brewing and distilling techniques.

Event Details

Location: Festival Center, Vineyard Stage
Held daily at 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM and 5:30 PM
$15 per Guest, tax included

Click here for the official event calendar for the Beverage Seminars, including featured appearances and presentations.

Reservations

Starting July 21, 2016, use the Check Availability tool above to book online or call (407) 939-3378 to reserve your spot at a Beverage Seminar—held daily at 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM and 5:30 PM during the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, September 14 to November 14, 2016.

Advanced reservations are highly recommended as this event fills up quickly. Guests under 18 years of age must have parent or guardian permission to call. Required Epcot admission is not included with event ticket. Alcohol will only be served to Guests 21 and older. Events are subject to change or cancellation without notice.

Contact [email protected] or visit my Facebook page here to start planning your next Walt Disney World vacation, where you can enjoy the Epcot Food & Wine Festival this fall. I would be happy to provide a no-obligation travel quote along with FREE planning services!

Photo Credit: Disney

New Sneak Peek of Disneyland’s Star Wars Land

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July 11, 2016

Star Wars Land was announced at last year’s D23 Convention–a brand new immersive land to be opening at Disneyland in Anaheim, CA and at Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, FL.

The official groundbreaking for Star Wars Land in Anaheim just occurred in April, and construction on the site can be seen from guest parking. Today, the Disney Parks Blog announced that a new sneak peek has been unveiled at Disneyland. There is a large photo posted on the fence on the Big Thunder Trail in Frontierland (the trail that runs between Fantasyland and Frontierland).

In the image (post above) the concept art for the 14-acre land is shown, with lots of little details embedded in the picture (i.e. the Millennium Falcon ride). This will be the biggest expansion in Disneyland’s history, with Star Wars Land estimated to be opening sometime in 2019.

Universal Studios temporarily closes garage due to suspicious package

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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July 11, 2016

Earlier today one of the parking garages at Universal Studios Orlando was closed due to a suspicious package. During a routine K-9 patrol they noticed the package and the Orlando Police were called.

Guests were asked not to enter the south garage and no other closures or evacuations were needed.

It is not mentioned what was found by the K-9 patrol.

The all clear was given around 5pm and parking resumed.

ALL CLEAR given at Universal Orlando after security K-9 detected “something”. @news6wkmg #breaking Orlando pic.twitter.com/aQcWZZFT9D

— Troy Campbell (@TroyLeeCampbell) July 11, 2016

There is no further information at this time.

Lunch Review of Frontera Cocina in the Disney Springs Town Center

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Lisette R

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July 11, 2016

A recent visit to Disney Springs Town Center found me looking for something new to try for lunch. I wanted to find a place to get inside, out of the heat of the day, and relax over a bite to eat. Chef Rick Bayless’ Frontera Cocina fit the bill perfectly. This classic Mexican cuisine lunch and dinner establishment offers great atmosphere, an eclectic menu, and amazing views.

The atmosphere is laid back yet fun. Our waiter was very helpful with the menu. He introduced himself, made some suggestions, and referred to my grand-daughter as “Princess.” The dining area offers a wonderful space to sit and relax over a drink and a meal.

The interior color scheme is warm and inviting and features a lovely bronze-colored chandelier in the center of the dining area. The bar area has subtle lighting with pops of lime green and red coloring. The open kitchen provides an element of fun and intrigue as you watch the chefs prepare the food.

The menu offerings include starters, soups, salads, tacos, and tortas, as well as some really amazing entrees and sides. This was lunch and I was not overly hungry. I decided to go with the Sikil Pak which is considered a starter. This flavorful pumpkin seed dip with habanero is creamy with a bit of a spicy kick to it. The texture is similar to hummus. The dip was served with cucumber, jicama, and warm tortilla chips. I found this option to be a perfect lunch portion for me and I really enjoyed it. I would definitely order it again.

The children’s menu is slightly adventurous and since I had my 10-year-old grand-daughter with me I had her look at the menu before we went in to sit down. The offerings are quesadillas, chicken enchiladas, and chicken tacos. She decided to go with the chicken tacos with chihuahua cheese. This meal was served with an awesome plantain rice and grilled zucchini. She ate both tacos and about 1/2 of the rice. She tried the zucchini but since it was blackened from grilling, she did not care for it. The portion was plentiful for her age group.

Seating is located in the main dining area as well as the bar area. There is also fabulous outdoor patio seating offering fantastic views of the Disney Springs. Definitely a location I would like to try when the weather is cooler here in central Florida. If you are fortunate enough to get a table near a window you will enjoy the views of Town Center from the main dining room, or the Disney Springs from the bar dining area.

The popular “Wall of Fame” runs along the walls of the main dining room. These thin shelves feature hundreds of bottles of liquor, primarily tequila, creating an intriguing focal point and an element of fun during your dining experience. You will also see top shelf bottles featured above the bar area with subtle lighting.

We were able to get a table right away even though we did not have reservations. I am sure this will not be as easy to do when the word gets out about the awesome food offerings. I highly recommend a lunch stop to Frontera Cocina on your next visit to Disney Springs at the Walt Disney World Resort.

Frontera Cocina Menu

Children’s Menu Frontera Cocina

Sikil Pak

Children’s Chicken Tacos

Bar Area Frontera Cocina

Wall of Fame Frontera Cocina

Chandelier Frontera Cocina

View of Disney Springs Frontera Cocina

Open Kitchen Frontera Cocina

Marvel Tsum Tsum #1 Brings Pint-Sized Heroes to the Marvel Universe

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Danielle

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July 11, 2016

The Tsum Tsum excitement is coming to the Marvel Universe, and they’re getting their own series! Today, Marvel is proud to present your look inside Marvel Tsum Tsum #1. This all-new limited series will debut in August!

Writer Jacob Chabot (The Mighty Skullboy Army) and artist David Baldeon (Captain America, Web Warriors) bring you an in-continuity tale of these stackable sensations as they come face-to-face with their super hero counterparts! As well as marvel villains too! If someone didn’t already know about Tsum Tsums, it might be hard for them to miss now! So what happens when the Marvel Tsum Tsums find their way into the Marvel Universe? When a crate of these pint-sized piles of fur accidentally falls to Earth en route to The Collector, one small group of Brooklyn teenagers will find out! NOw for the best part, the Marvel Tsum Tsums actually believe they’re the real Marvel Heroes! This will be a 4 part series.

Featuring all your favorite Marvel heroes and villains, this new series is TSUM-thing you won’t want to miss! Get in on all the action when Marvel Tsum Tsum#1 comes to comic shops and digital devices everywhere next month!

MARVEL TSUM TSUM #1:

Written by JACOB CHABOT
Art by DAVID BALDEON
Cover by CHRIS SAMNEE
Variant Cover by GURIHIRU (JUN160824)
Classified Connecting Variant A (JUN160826),
Japanese Game Variant (JUN160827)
Photo Variant (JUN160825) Also Available

Look forward to this exciting new addition to the marvel universe August 03, 2016. To find a comic shop near you, visit www.comicshoplocator.com or call 1-888-comicbook.

Full Collection of the Disney Starbucks Mugs

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Danielle

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July 11, 2016

Disney always makes beautiful collectible mugs, but so does Starbucks. When you put those two great things together, you get the amazing Disney Starbucks mugs.

Amazon now has 2 sets available for you to choose from. The Full four park Collection of Walt Disney World and the two park collection for Disneyland. The mugs have beautiful designs that highlight featuring the Disney Parks’ skylines and classic icons. The Walt Disney World Collection features: Animal Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, Epcot and Magic Kingdom. The Disneyland collection features: Disneyland and California Adventure. These come in their original Disney Parks boxes. That’s great if you like also like to collect them. These are an excellent way to get the whole collection, even if you aren’t able to make it to the all the parks yourself. With so many options how do you choose which one to collect first?

Walt Disney World Starbucks Mugs Collection
Disneyland Starbucks Mugs Collection

If you just can’t get enough of Disney and Starbucks, there is also the travel mug and tumbler available on amazon as well! I carry my tumbler almost every where I go on hot days!

Do you also like to collect the Disney Parks Starbucks merchandise?

Reserve a Spot at the Celebrity Breakfast Series “What’s Cookin’ With…” at Epcot Food & Wine Festival

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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July 11, 2016

What’s Cookin’ With…

What’s Cookin’ With…is a celebrity breakfast series held on select Friday and Sunday mornings, from September 16 to November 13, 2016, during the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. Reservations for this event can be made beginning July 21st at the rate of $129 per guest.

Eat, Drink and Ask Questions

Start the day in a most delicious way—at plated breakfasts featuring celebrity chefs and other industry experts. While enjoying the VIP guest’s favorite dish, listen to tips, tricks and insights into what makes his or her selection so extraordinary. Plus, foodies are in for a fabulous pièce de résistance, which includes a cooking demo, question-and-answer session and sparkling toast. Salud!

Event Details

Location: Festival Center, Chef’s Showcase
Select Fridays and Sundays
9:15 AM to 10:45 AM
$129 per Guest—plus tax, gratuity included

Guest Schedule

Friday, September 16 – Elizabeth Falkner
Sunday, September 18 – Bryan Voltaggio
Friday, September 23 – Andrea Robinson
Saturday, September 24 – Robert Irvine
Friday, September 30 – Graham Elliot
Sunday, October 2 – Buddy Valastro
Friday, October 7 – Jamie Deen
Sunday, October 9 – Cat Cora
Friday, October 14 – Emily Ellyn
Friday, October 21 – Andrew Zimmern
Sunday, October 23 – Rock Harper
Friday, October 28 – Duff Goldman
Sunday, October 30 – Geoffrey Zakarian
Friday, November 4 – Alex Guarnaschelli
Sunday, November 6 – David Guas
Friday, November 11 – Sarah Fioroni
Sunday, November 13 – Jehangir Mehta

Each event has one seating option. Required Epcot admission is not included with event ticket. Alcohol will only be served to Guests 21 and older. Events are subject to change or cancellation without notice.

Reservations

Starting July 21, 2016, call (407) 939-3378 to reserve your spot at What’s Cookin’ With… a celebrity breakfast series held select Fridays and Sundays, from September 16 to November 13, 2016, during the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival.

Advanced reservations are highly recommended as this event fills up quickly. Guests under 18 years of age must have parent or guardian permission to call.

Contact [email protected] or visit my Facebook page here to start planning your Walt Disney World vacation this Fall along with a visit to the Epcot Food & Wine Festival. I would be happy to provide a no-obligation travel quote along with FREE planning services.

Photo Credit: Disney

The 2016 Eat to the Beat Concert Series Full Lineup has been Announced

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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July 11, 2016

The full list of nightly performances in the 2016 Eat to the Beat Concert Series at this year’s Epcot Food & Wine Festival has finally been released. There are a total of 26 amazing acts, including a number of new groups.

Event Details

World Showcase at Epcot America Gardens Theatre
Nightly concerts—Sep 14 to Nov 14, 2016
Showtimes are 5:30 PM, 6:45 PM and 8:00 PM
Valid Epcot admission is required

Songs listed below are for artist recognition only and may not be included in a performance playlist. All entertainment and artist appearances are subject to change or cancellation without notice.

Wang Chung – NEW!

September 14 to September 15, 2016
Known for their song “Everybody Have Fun Tonight”

STARSHIP Featuring Mickey Thomas

September 16 to September 18, 2016
Known for their song “We Built This City”

Air Supply

September 19 to September 20, 2016
Known for their song “All Out of Love”

BoDeans – NEW!

September 21 to September 23, 2016
Known for their song “Good Things”

Fuel

September 24 to September 25, 2016
Known for their song “Hemorrhage (In My Hands)”

Sugar Ray

September 26 to September 28, 2016
Known for their song “Fly”

Los Lobos

September 29 to September 30, 2016
Known for their song “La Bamba”

David Cook

October 1 to October 2, 2016
Known for his song “Light On”

Wilson Phillips

October 3 to October 4, 2016
Known for their song “Hold On”

Blues Traveler

October 5 to October 6, 2016
Known for their song “Run Around”

Plain White T’s – NEW!

October 7 to October 9, 2016
Known for their song “Hey There Delilah”

38 Special

October 10 to October 11, 2016
Known for their song “Hold On Loosely”

Jeffrey Osborne – NEW!

October 12 to October 13, 2016
Known for his song “On the Wings of Love”

Tiffany

October 14 to October 16, 2016
Known for her song “I Think We’re Alone Now”

Dennis DeYoung: The Music of STYX

October 17 to October 19, 2016
Known for the song “Come Sail Away”

Christopher Cross

October 20 to October 21, 2016
Known for his song “Sailing”

Toad the Wet Sprocket – NEW!

October 22 to October 23, 2016
Known for their song “All I Want”

Chaka Khan

October 24 to October 25, 2016
Known for her song “I’m Every Woman”

Billy Ocean

October 26 to October 27, 2016
Known for his song “Caribbean Queen”

Living Colour – NEW!

October 28 to October 29, 2016
Known for their song “Cult of Personality”

Hanson

October 30 to November 1, 2016
Known for their song “MMMbop”

Soul Asylum – NEW!

November 2 to November 3, 2016
Known for their song “Runaway Train”

Delta Rae – NEW!

November 4 to November 6, 2016
Known for their song “Run”

Boyz II Men

November 7 to November 9, 2016
Known for their song “End of the Road”

Sister Hazel

November 10 to November 11, 2016
Known for their song “All for You

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy

November 12 to November 14, 2016
Known for their song “Go Daddy-O”

Contact [email protected] or visit my Facebook page here to start planning your next Walt Disney World vacation and experience the 2016 Epcot Food & Wine Festival. I would be happy to provide a no-obligation travel quote along with FREE planning services!