Why Didn’t Disney Get Harry Potter?
It might have been the “Wizarding World of Walt Disney,” but the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, the hottest thing to hit Orlando in decades, opened at Universal Orlando instead. How come? It’s a question that has a lot of people scratching their heads. After all, with its fabled “Imagineers”
New Disney Princess Doll & Fashion Line Designed For Older Girls Launches For the Holidays
Disney Consumer Products and JAKKS Pacific, Inc. introduce the new Princess & Me lifestyle brand of large “friend” dolls inspired by beloved Disney Princess characters, now available at Toys”R”Us stores nationwide. The new collection creates a world where girls can deepen their friendship with their favorite Disney Princess characters through
Big Brothers Big Sisters Builds Better Futures with Support from Disney
Recently recognized by Walt Disney World Resort for its proven track record in improving children’s lives, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Florida receives ongoing, comprehensive support from Disney for its youth development efforts. Locally, Big Brothers Big Sisters serves 570 children who are considered at-risk and need encouragement to
Disney Food Confession – New England Lobster Roll
What is it? The New England Lobster Roll Where can you get it? At the Hops and Barley marketplace is a guest favorite during the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Oct. 1-Nov. 14 at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. More than 25 marketplaces also shine
Two Lonely Deeks is Now Live.
Just wanted to let you all know that Chip from Chip and Co and George from Imaginerding have teamed up to do a Video Blog called Two Lonely Deeks. The first one is up now and it’s pretty funny. (Psst, Chip made me say this or he won’t help …
Everything You always Wanted to Know about Walt Disney World!
UPDATE! New titles added.
A frequent request we receive at 2719 Hyperion/Imaginerding is for books about the history of Walt Disney World. While there isn’t one book that covers it completely, there are several titles you can digest that will give you…
Geeks, Nerds, and Disney Fans Unite..Our first video podcast is now live!
We have been talking about it for weeks now. The premiere you been waiting for is here. Here is the first Episode of 2 Lonely Deeks!! Join Chip of Chip and Company and George from Imaginerding as they bring to you the best in Disney News & Views every week.
Coming to Bluray & DVD Beverly Hills Chihuahua 2
Beverly Hills Chihuahua 2 is coming to Blu Ray and DVD February 1, 2011. The direct to dvd film stars Zachary Gordon, and Ernie Hudson. You can preorder the movie at the links above. Stay tuned to Chip and Company for box art and details on the movie. Check out
Michael J. Fox helps Disney Parks Kick Off ‘Let the Memories Begin’
Emmy Award-winning actor and best-selling author Michael J. Fox poses for a souvenir photo with Minnie Mouse Sept. 23, 2010 inside a “Dumbo the Flying Elephant” attraction vehicle at “Espace” in New York City during the launch of Disney Parks’ “Let the Memories Begin” campaign. As part of this new
Disney Food Confession – Freshly baked waffles with berry compote and whipped cream
Freshly baked waffles with berry compote and whipped cream paired with Godiva chocolate iced coffee are on the menu in the new Belgium tasting marketplace during the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Throughout the 1.3 mile World Showcase promenade
New Nighttime Party at Disney California Adventure Park Immerses Guests in ‘TRON: Legacy’
Fun-seeking families will join science fiction fans and party-goers of all ages to enter the colorful and exciting world of the upcoming Disney movie “TRON: Legacy” when “ElecTRONica,” a new, nighttime party, premieres in Disney California Adventure park on Friday, Oct. 8. “TRON: Legacy” debuts in theaters Dec. 17. Combining
Disney World tests new role for Mickey Mouse at Chef Mickey’s
This article comes to us from Kristin Ford at the Daily Disney. Chef Mickey’s has been testing a new role for Mickey Mouse this month. Instead of circulating among the tables at the very popular Contemporary resort restaurant, Mickey has been posing for photos with each group of diners in
Surrounding Ourselves with Disney Lovers
Sometimes I imagine living in the world Walt dreamed of. I am not talking about the “World” I visit each year but the one where everyone would be nice to one another. Where neighbors cared for each other and families could spend time together without feeling all the pressure of
What On Earth Was I Thinking!?!?
Let me tell you about the day in 2007 that I took this picture of the Contemporary Resort. If there were an election held today I could easily be elected president of DUCA. the Dull Uninteresting Club of America. In 2007 I was a 61 year old guy on vacation