500 millionth customer visits Tokyo Disney theme parks
The total number of visitors to Disney’s two theme parks on the outskirts of Tokyo hit 500 million Friday, with a housewife winning a ticket for free admission to both resorts for five years. “I’m surprised and happy,” 38-year-old Megumi Soma, flanked by Mickey and Minnie Mouse, said on a
Disney World passholder event to introduce Duffy the Disney Bear
This article comes to us from Kristin Ford at the Daily Disney. Duffy the Disney Bear will become a regular for character meet-and-greets at Epcot in October. Known as the teddy bear who sailed around the world with Mickey Mouse, Duffy made regular appearances at Disney’s Teddy Bear & Doll
Disney-Sponsored Football Game Kicks Off Labor Day Weekend at Citrus Bowl
The 6th annual MEAC/SWAC Challenge presented by Disney returns to Central Florida with a full slate of events from Sept. 2-5 to celebrate legends of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU), salute the accomplishments of great HBCU student athletes and encourage young people to reach for their dreams. The MEAC/SWAC
Warner Bros & Disney sue to stop advertising on pirate web sites
Warner Bros. and the Walt Disney Co. have teamed up in a new legal effort to choke off the air supply of various web sites that post and index links to pirated movies. The two studios are suing Triton Media, alleged to have provided advertising consulting and referrals for nine
Disney construction angers residents
This article comes to us from the Glendale News-Press. City officials this week got an earful from a group of local residents who said they are fed up with months of noise, dust and traffic associated with construction on the Walt Disney Co.’s massive creative campus. At the City Council
Good Eats – Cafe Orleans
Celebrate the spirit of Mardi Gras every day of the year at Café Orleans. On a charming shady corner in New Orleans Square, this table-service restaurant serves Creole-inspired cuisine. The authentic food and atmosphere just might make you think you’ve taken a trip to the French Quarter. Menu Café Orleans
Disney Food Confession – Pommes Frites
What is it? Traditional French-fried potatoes tossed with Parmesan cheese, garlic and parsley, served with a Cajun spice remoulade. Where can you get it? Café Orleans, New Orleans Square Disneyland Photo Credit: by Disney If you have a Disney Food Confession email chip@chipandco.com or let us know on the Disney
Pixie Hollow’s Newest Resident: Vidia joins Tinker Bell in Pixie Hollow
Vidia (pictured, right), one of the stars of the upcoming movie “Tinker Bell and the Great Fairy Rescue,” is the newest fairy to become a “resident” of Pixie Hollow at the Magic Kingdom park in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Guests can meet Vidia and her pixie pals — including the
Disney workers awarded more than $433K in back pay
This article comes to us from Jeff Weiner at the Orlando Sentinel. Walt Disney Parks and Resorts has agreed to pay almost half a million dollars in back pay to employees as a result of violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act, the U.S. Department of Labor announced Thursday. An
Exciting Events and Offers Coming This Fall to Walt Disney World Resort
Fall brings a number of exciting and special events to Walt Disney World Resort, as well as three offers that will help clients book early and plan their vacations. Beginning with Night of Joy (Sept. 10-11) and continuing with Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party (select nights from Sept. 14-Nov. 1; separate
Big Thunder Suite a New Incentive and a New Frontier at Disneyland Hotel
Hang onto your hats and glasses because the new Big Thunder Suite at the Disneyland Hotel is the wildest suite in the wilderness. Located on the 11 floor of the hotel’s Dreams Tower, the new suite offers 1,400 square feet of rustic accommodations inspired by the Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
Marvel Pic of the Day – Marvel Mega Man
For all those people who love Marvel Super Heroes and Mega Man. This is just part of the overall image from artist suzuran. To see all your Marvel favorites click here.
Disney Parks Blog World of Color Meet-Up Tonight!
I was lucky enough to be one of 300 people who got into the World of Color meet-up set up by Disney Parks blog. It’s Thursday August 26th! In addition to having a great view of the show, we’ll have a panel discussion with Steven Davison, Vice President of Parades
Good Eats – Rancho del Zocalo
Bring all your amigos and indulge in classic Mexican cuisine on a beautiful bougainvillea-shaded hacienda patio. Exotic painted tiles, flowing fountains and stunning Mexican glass lanterns adorn the peaceful oasis. Sit back relax at this quick-service, fiesta-style restaurant. The Menu La Victoria, a California specialist in salsa and sauces since
