I have seen this Hallmark Keepsake Ornament Display Stand
I would have never had thought to put our Disney Antennae toppers on there throughout the year! Great idea Sandra!
I checked on Hallmark’s website for this stand but it seem the only place you can order the Hallmark Keepsake Ornament Display Stand
Be sure to check out this article Top 5 Ways To Use Disney Antenna Toppers from the Disney Fashionista! Love it!
Good news for those of us who aren’t Disney Visa Card Members! The discounts that were released for card members last week will be available to the general public today! The 2 discounts being offered are for Play Stay and Dine Vacation Packages and 2016 Room Only Reservations.
Play, Stay and Dine packages include discounted dining packages. Value Resorts will include discounted Quick Service, Moderate, Deluxe and Deluxe Villas will include discounted Basic Dining packages. Packages requires the purchase of a 3 night stay & 2 day minimum park ticket.
Restrictions apply and the following resorts are not included:
Little Mermaid rooms at Art of Animation Resort, All Star Movies, Fort Wilderness campsites, Port Orleans-French Quarter, Bay Lake Tower, Grand Floridian Villas, Polynesian Bungalows, all 3-Bedroom Suites. December Dates also exclude Port Orleans-Riverside Resort as well as the resorts listed above.
As always, a $200 deposit is due at the time of booking. Offer is limited and cannot be combined with any other promotions.
2016 Room Only offers are also available for most nights from January 2 – April 13, 2016. You can take advantage and save up to 25% on room only reservations at select Walt Disney World resorts. Excluding Campsites, 3-Bedroom Villas, Bay Lake Tower, Disney’s Art of Animation Resort-Little Mermaid Standard Rooms, The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, and Polynesian Village bungalows.
Savings include 10-15% at Value Resorts, 15-20% at Moderate Resorts and 15-25% at Deluxe Resorts. Add tickets and dining plans to the resort and turn your room only reservations into a magical vacation package.
Act soon to take advantage of these amazing discounts! Contact World of Magic Travel Services for help with booking your next magical Disney vacation!
The Emperor’s New Groove celebrates its 15th anniversary and what better way to celebrate than a special screening at El Capitan Theatre.
Arriving at the theatre, I found a line of fans that reached half way down the block. Retrieving my tickets and entering the theatre we quickly found our seats – front and center. The event hosted by Ohmydisney included not just the film screening, but fun activities, like the opportunity to decorate our own ears with jewels, feathers and beads, and a trivia contest where members of the audience battled it out to see who knew the most about the film.
Watching The Emperor’s New Groove was a great trip down memory lane. Fifteen years ago, I sat with my 16 and 18 year old Disney son and daughter and laughed at the antics of Yzma, Kronk and Kuzco. Now sitting in the theatre with my 30 year old son and granddaughters, I was again reliving the magic of Disney movies.
Emperor Kuzco as you might remember is vain and selfish young man who wants to build a new palace on top of a hill, more precisely on location of Pacha’s family home. Pacha, a llama herder will have to move his family who has been in the home for generations. When Kuzco fires, Ymza his advisor, she puts a spell on him which turns Kuzco into a llama. Winding up in Pacha’s cart, Kuzco must try to convince everyone that he is the Emperor and not a real llama. Once convinced, Pacha and Kuzco set out to reverse the spell, but under the condition that if Pacha helps, Kuzco will not force Pacha and family out of their home.
One of my family’s favorite movies, we had the opportunity to not only enjoy the anniversary screening but also be part of the Q&A with the Executive Producer Don Hahn, writer Chris Williams, Head of Story, Steve Anderson, Producer Randy Fullmer, Director Mark Dindal and Screenwriter David Reynolds. The hysterical session had audience laughing out loud non stop. Among the film stories shared were facts that it was a 3 year process that was “not going anywhere” at the beginning. Originally titled Kingdom of the Sun, and a dark movie at the beginning, the film switched to a comedy after realizing the original concept was not working. After a few years, the script for Kingdom of the Sun was scratched and Emperor’s New Groove was born. Head of Story, Steve Anderson’s first impression was that the film”needed a lot of work.” Three years later, we had The Emperor’s New Groove. Realizing the movie was running out of time and money, they turned it into a cartoon. The film was made during the “Masterpieces” era of Disney Movies and known as “best Warner Brother’s Cartoon Disney ever made.” Casting for Kronk was instant after hearing the part where Kronk says “what do I do? I do 600 sit ups, 400 push ups” and at that moment Patrick Warburton was the obvious choice. One special moment shared by the group was the visit to Sting’s Malibu home, an amazing experience. As was the working with the talented, David Spade (Kuzco), Patrick Warburton (Kronk), John Goodman (Pacha), Eartha Kitt (Yzma) in the key roles. Hearing about the fun of filming The Emperor’s New Groove, was one of the highlights of the evening.
Check out some of the pictures from the original storyboard below and visit chipandco.com for all your Disney news, promos and updates.
Our favorite Pirate, Johnny Depp recently took time to help give over 200 adults and children the gift of hearing in Brazil. While touring through South America as part of the “The Hollywood Vampires,” Johnny Depp, wife Amber Heard and Alice Cooper were among celebrities working alongside the Starkey Hearing Foundation to provide hearing aides. Johnny Depp got right into the action helping fit the hearing aids. Depp shared with the Associated Press the incredible feeling. “This sweet little girl, I turned the volume up and I just sort of made a noise — ba-ba-ba-ba-ba — and she went, ‘Yes! … I can hear!’” Amber Heard, wiped away tears saying “Just to be a small part of that for one moment, to watch someone’s life change in front of you, it’s moving to say the least.”
The event was part of a partnership between the Starkey Foundation and the Rock in Rio festival where the Hollywood Vampires were performing. For more information on the Starkey Group, visit https://www.starkeyhearingfoundation.org/
The Hollywood Vampires is a super group made up of former Guns N’ Roses bassist Duff McKagan and drummer Matt Sorum, along side Johnny Depp, Alice Cooper, and Aerosmith’s Joe Perry. Their debut album which went on sale, September 11th features guest appearances by Paul McCartney, Dave Grohl, Slash and even the late actor Christopher Lee. Proceeds from the album will benefit the Grammy Awards-affiliated charity MusiCares.
Photo credit StarkeyCares
Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe at the Magic Kingdom, will be closed later this month for a refurbishment, but only for a few days. During that time they will get a new Chipotle like menu. The new menu will feature, Burritos, Rice Bowls, and Fajitas. I am hoping they will have tortilla chips and cheese dip! Yum.
So goodbye Burger Bar with all the fixins and hello Tex Mex.
Pecos Bills will close on September 28 and reopen on October 1 2015.
So what do you think about the new menu? Let us know in the comment box below.
We all know that everything is awesome at LEGOLAND Florida, but things get even more Bricktastic during the holidays! LEGOLAND knows how to make your holidays extra special with exciting themes and decorations. Even on a normal operating day, LEGOLAND Florida is a great family destination but check out these amazing holiday extras you can be a part of!
Starting next weekend, October 3rd, Brick or Treat comes to LEGOLAND! Miniland U.S.A. is taken over by ghouls and goblins and the biggest Lego Jack-o-Lantern in the world! Kids will be able to trick-or-treat, take part in a costume contest and even receive a free collector brick!
If you would like to take your Halloween adventure to the next level, take a look at the Brick Or Treat VIP Experience Upgrade!
The Brick or Treat VIP Experience is the ultimate upgrade to the LEGOLAND Florida Brick or Treat Event for Guests!
This memorable VIP experience starts at $75 plus tax per person (park admission not included but required) and is available on the following nights:
Price $75 per person, *$85 per person for final weekend. Children 2 and under are free! Experience available Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays in October only and limited to 50 guests per night. VIP Experience starts at 6pm each night and will finish at approximately 9:30 p.m.
Not ready to for the fun to end? Don’t worry! LEGOLAND dresses up for Christmas too! The Christmas Bricktacular Event comes to the Florida park weekends in December and includes a 30-foot tall LEGO Christmas tree made of 270,000 LEGO bricks, life-size LEGO Santa, reindeer and sleigh, festive decorations, LEGO build activity, a LEGO Santa Scavenger Hunt and holiday entertainment.
Just like Halloween, LEGOLAND offers an amazing VIP upgrade experience called
Lego Santa’s Christmas Workshop. This experienceis the perfect festive upgrade to any LEGO fan’s Christmas build up.
Includes the following:
Available dates:
Price $30 per person
Price $24 per person for Annual Pass Members (Must show proof of Annual Pass Membership)
*Park admission and parking are not included and must be purchased separately.
These VIP experiences are sure to make your visit to LEGOLAND Florida one you and your family will never forget!
Have you ever experienced a VIP Upgrade while visiting LEGOLAND? Tell us about it in the comments below! I love hearing about all of the incredible things there are to see at LEGOLAND!
For more information on a visit to LEGOLAND including a stay at the LEGOLAND Resort Hotel, contact me at [email protected].
Disney Channel has optioned “Upside-Down Magic,” a book series from Scholastic, for development of an original TV show. The first book of the series, by bestselling authors Sarah Mlynowski, Lauren Myracle and Emily Jenkins, will be released on September 29, 2015. “Upside-Down Magic” follows the misadventures of Nory, the youngest in a family of elite magicians, who finds herself relegated to a class for misfits after one magical mishap too many. There Nory meets a group of kids with equally wonky powers. Surrounded by people who believe in her, she starts to question if her so-called “upside-down magic” might actually be right side up after all.
About the Authors:
SARAH MLYNOWSKI is the author of many books for tweens, teens and adults, including the New York Times bestselling Whatever After series, the Magic in Manhattan series and “Gimme a Call.” She would like to be a flicker so she could make the mess in her room invisible. Visit her online at www.sarahm.com.
LAUREN MYRACLE is the New York Times bestselling author of many books for young readers, including The Winnie Years (which begins with “Ten”), the Flower Power series (which begins with “Love Ya Bunches”) and the Life of Ty series. She would like to be a fuzzy so she could talk to unicorns and feed them berries. You can find Lauren online at www.laurenmyracle.com.
EMILY JENKINS is the author of many chapter books, including the Toys Trilogy (which begins with “Toys Go Out”) and the Invisible Inkling series. Her picture books include “Lemonade in Winter,” “Toys Meet Snow” and “The Fun Book of Scary Stuff.” She would like to be a flare and work as a pastry chef. Visit Emily at www.emilyjenkins.com.
Stay tuned for more!
Who doesn’t like a little bling when going to the Disney Parks? Designer BlingBeautyBowtique custom and creative Mouse Ears, Flower Crowns and Bows. Here are some of their fun Disney Ear designs first:
Next up are some of their stylish Disney Bow designs:
and many more! BlingBeautyBowtique has over 4 pages of fun designs you want to check out!
Let me know which design you like the best in the comment box below!
Happy Shopping!
Hello Disney travelers! Now, I consider myself a Walt Disney World Pro. I’m about to hit my 4th visit as a guests and I lived and worked there during my 5 month Disney College Program in 2011. But I have a confession. A dirty little secret.
I’ve never been to Disneyland. Or any of the other parks. Gasp! I know, it’s shameful. I have my reasons though!
This got me thinking though. What Disney experiences are there outside of the US that I (and probably many of you) are missing out on? I did some research – let’s take a look and dream a little together.
Disneyland Paris – this one already gets points because it’s located in Paris (well, 20 miles outside of the center of Paris – but close enough!). Originally called Euro Disney Resort, this is the most visited theme park in all of Europe and France. They have very similar attractiosn to Walt Disney World including Phantom Manor (a Euro take on The Haunted Mansion), Thunder Mountain Railroad, Star Tours, and Pirates of the Caribbean.
Tokyo Disney – Tokyo Disney is made up of two parks: Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea. Tokyo Disneyland is an extremely comparable to other Magic Kingdom parks, including a replica of Cinderella Castle with several themed lands surrounding it. Tokyo DisneySea is an ocean-themed park that is unique to Japan. The “ports of call” at DisneySea include Mediterranean Harbor, American Waterfront, Port Discovery, Lost River Delta, Arabian Coast, Mermaid Lagoon, and the Mysterious Island. From the pictures I’ve seen, DisneySea looks like a mix between Epcot’s World Showcase and Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World.
Hong Kong Disneyland – Another Magic Kingdom style park, Hong Kong Disneyland offers many of the same experiences as Disneyland in California. This park can be quite empty during weekdays and in the morning (the park doesn’t open until 10am most days), so if you are thinking of jetting over to China to check it out, plan accordingly. Also keep in mind that there will be culture differences when it comes to waiting in lines, and what food options are available.
Shanghai Disneyland – This highly anticipated Disney destination is set to up in Spring 2016. The park will feature six themed lands including Adventure Isle, Gardens of Imagination, Mickey Avenue, Tomorrowland, and Fantasyland Treasure Cove, with the Enchanted Storybook Castle. Two hotels on property, Shanghai Disneyland Hotel and Toy Story Hotel, are sure to be themed incredibly. Another area called Disneytown, sounds like it will be pretty close to Downtown Disney (soon to be Disney Springs) in Florida. It’s never too early to start planning a trip!
Adventures by Disney – If you are growing a little tired of the parks (take a nap and get over it!), but you still want to experience all that Disney has to offer, consider a trip with Adventures by Disney. With Adventures by Disney, all the hassle and worry of planning a trip abroad is taken care of for you. From lodging, to dining, to excursions, your Adventure Guide will take care of everything. Currently you can book an adventure to locations including Asia, Africa, Australia, Central and South American, as well as Europe. There is really a destination for everyone and you can bet a Disney Adventure is on my bucket list!
Disney Cruise – Alright, we’ve explored the world through Disney Parks and we’ve experience new cultures with Adventures by Disney. Now it’s time to relax and take board a Disney Cruise. You can still see the world while enjoying all of the accommodations and ease that cruise travel has to offer with Disney cruises. Sail to the Caribbean (like a true pirate), the Bahamas, Europe, Mexico, or even to the Mediterranean!
Isn’t it great that you can explore the world and still have the magic of Disney with you? I think so! Now if you need me, I’ll be planning my next Disney vacation.
If you had to choose, which Disney experiences outside of the US would you pick to visit first? Let me know in the comments!
Monica is an Alumna of the Disney College Program. When she is not walking down the middle of Main Street USA you can find her wandering the World Showcase, or enjoying a Dole Whip while racing to her favorite attractions. When she is forced to endure life outside of Walt Disney World, you can find her in Ann Arbor, Michigan where she lives and works. You can visit her Disney lifestyle blog here.
P.S. – Be sure to check out these 2 fun articles why Disney World is better than Disneyland and why Disneyland is better than Disney World. Nothing like a little friendly competition right?
The announcement by film director/producer John Landis, during the Q&A at The 25th annual Halloween Horror Nights kickoff came out of the blue. Adding the news came straight from his old friend, George Lucas, the news of the Re-release of the theatrical cuts of the original Star Wars Trilogy comes as a surprise and unexpected news.
With the upcoming release of the latest Star Wars: The Force Awakes movie coming out December 18, 2015, Disney is providing movie goers with Star Wars Access world wide. A recent rumor the films were headed for NetFlix and now the release, whether theatrical or on Blu-ray, is huge in the world of Star Wars.
The question, on this Entertainment Writer’s mind is, do fans want the release to be via Blu-ray or in theatres?
Disney has recently announced that the “Night of Joy” concerts will be moved to the ESPN Wide World of Sports. If you will be attending the event you will have access to the Magic Kingdom as well. They say the reason behind the move is because the Wide World of Sports will allow additional guests to enjoy the event and there is no worry about rain..
Dedicated transportation will be provided so that guests can easily move from Magic Kingdom Park to the Sports Complex.
“Night of Joy” is a christian music festival that has been around since the early 80’s. The event usually takes place at the Magic Kingdom but in 2008 and 2009 it was moved to Hollywood Studios.
What do you think?
Wishing you Faith, Trust, and Pixie Dust
Maria
Now what you have been waiting for we have a first look at the all new menu at the highly anticipated Morimoto Asia Restaurant in Disney Springs.
“I’m very excited to bring this new concept to Disney, something I’ve always dreamed of,” said Chef Morimoto. “It’s a wonderful chance to share some of my favorite foods from across the Asian continent.”
Are you looking forward to eating here? I know I am! let us know in the comment box below.
