Halloween Minnie Mouse Transformation at the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique

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September 12, 2015

Beginning September 15th through November 1st the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique magically transforms into Bibbidi Bobbidi “Boo-tique” with a Minnie Mouse “witch”-inspired look that is sure to cast a spell on you.

The Halloween Minnie Mouse transformation package includes your choice of boutique hairstyling, shimmering makeup, face gems, nail polish, a Princess sash and cinch sack, plus the Halloween Minnie Mouse costume and matching headband.

Reminder: Transformations are only available for children ages 3–12. Disneyland Resort Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique photo package is sold separately, based on availability.

For guests visiting the Disneyland Resort in California, this package will be offered at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique in Fantasyland inside Disneyland park (Note: Separate theme park admission required).

Guests visiting Walt Disney World Resort in Florida can find this packages at the World of Disney Store in Downtown Disney Marketplace or inside Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom Park (Note: Separate theme park admission required for the latter).

Appointments will book quickly so make your reservation today! Call 714-781-STYLE (714-781-7895) for Disneyland Resort or 407-WDW-STYLE (407-939-7895) for Walt Disney World Resort.

I hear that Disney is working on something fun for the Christmas Holidays too! Stay tuned for details!

The 8th Annual Disney Parks Moms Panel Search has Opened

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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September 12, 2015

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Disney Parks calls upon passionate Disney fans, addicts, and seasoned trip planners dedicated to helping others create magical vacation memories to apply for a spot on the 2016 Disney Parks Mom Panel. Now in its eighth year, the online trip-planning forum features an array of panelists specializing in each unique Disney destination and experience. This year, Disney seeks bilingual panelists and savvy world travelers to share their valuable expertise with its visitors.

Candidates can apply now through September 15 by visiting www.momspanelsearch.com.

Since its inception in 2008, the panel has grown to include a variety of enthusiastic and diverse Disney-loving experts, composed of moms, dads, grandparents, and even aunts. Now offered in English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese, the program is easily adapted for Disney Parks’ culturally-rich visitors. Users have access to a robust library of questions and answers to satisfy any trip-planning inquiry, from dining and entertainment recommendations to shopping and transportation tips, and beyond. These parents are well-equipped to not only help plan memorable vacations for guests heading to Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, but also answer questions about Disneyland Resort, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Vacation Club, runDisney and ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.

“We are so encouraged by the excitement that surrounds our annual Disney Parks Moms Panel search and each year seek new ways to evolve and adapt it to best accommodate the needs of our culturally-diverse visitors,” said Leanne O’Regan, Director of Social Media for Disney Parks. “With the addition of more bilingual panelists, we hope to expand the panel’s appeal and influence further by lending fresh insights and unique perspectives in an engaging forum.”

In addition to being deeply knowledgeable and well-versed in all things Disney, the panelists always aim to keep communications with guests upbeat and personable, making for an efficient and fun trip planning experience from start to finish. The Disney Parks Moms Panel plays an integral role in helping families create lifelong Disney memories and continues to grow stronger each year.

How to Apply
Disney Parks will accept applications for the 2016 Disney Parks Moms Panel from 10 a.m. ET on September 8, 2015 through September 15, 2015 at 12:00 p.m. ET., or when 15,000 applications have been received. Those interested should visit www.momspanelsearch.com to enter. The application process includes a series of written questions and submissions, with the final round in the form of a brief phone interview. Once the search is complete, the top candidates will be officially announced as members of the Disney Parks Moms Panel in January 2016. Panelists must be available to attend a training session at Walt Disney World Resort in December 2015.

Good luck!

Wishing you Faith, Trust, and Pixie Dust

Maria

STAR WARS REBELS: SEASON ONE Blu-ray Review

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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September 12, 2015

For binge watchers, the Star Wars Rebels: Complete Season One Blu-ray is a “force” to be reckoned with as it keeps you glued to the screen. We were lucky enough to have a chance to review the two disc set recently and disappoint it did not.

This Disney XD series is set after the fall of the Galactic Republic between episodes III and IV about 14 years after the near annihilation of the Jedi Order at the hands of the Emperor. It follows young hero Ezra Bridger and a ragtag crew of rebels aboard the starship Ghost as they battle the Empire during the early days of the Rebel Alliance. Ezra and his new shipmates; Hera, Kanan, Sabine, Zeb and Chopper, set out on adventures across the galaxy which brings encounters with several classic trilogy favorites including R2-D2, C-3PO, Yoda and even Darth Vader.

In addition to all 15 episodes of Season 1, including the 2-part Star Wars Rebels: Spark of Rebellion television movie, the Blu-ray Edition contains some awesome bonus material. The bonus content includes:

Rebels Infiltrate Star Wars Celebration– A five-minute, Blu-ray exclusive, video of how Star Wars Rebels was on display at Star Wars Celebration 2015 in Anaheim, CA.
Rebels Recon– A behind-the-scenes looks at each episode of season one including interviews with some of the cast members and creators of the show.
Star Wars Rebels: The Ultimate Guide– A 22-minute recap of the whole season narrated by Freddie Prinze Jr. the voice of Kanan Jarrus.
Rebels Season 2: A Look Ahead– A seven minute teaser for Rebels Season 2.
Star Wars Rebels character short stories

“The Machine in the Ghost”
“Art Attack”
“Entanglement”
“Property of Ezra Bridger”

If you’re a Star Wars fan then this is the series you’re looking for. The Blu-ray edition is available now so you can get caught up for Season 2 which starts in mid October.

Tee Public Site Wide $14 Sale for September

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Chip

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September 12, 2015

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Great news the Tee Public Side Wide sale has been extended!

Now through Sunday September 13th our friends at Tee Public is having a $14 Tee Shirt Sale! All Tee Shirts on the Chip and Co Store are included in this sale (like the design featured above) or you can check out some of the hot designs from other Disney Designers.

Here are the details:

Start – Wednesday September 9th
End – Sunday September 13th

Sale Details:

T-Shirts – $14
Tanks – $18
Kids Tees – $14
Hoodies – $35
Crew necks – $30

Just click here to check out all of the fun Disney or non Disney designs, or click here to check out some of our Disney Addict inspired designs.

Save Room In Your Budget For These Top 5 Disney Souvenirs

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Catie

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September 12, 2015

There are SO MANY great things about going to Walt Disney World for vacation – the rides, the FOOD, the characters, the magic…I love it ALL! And another thing I always make sure that I do while I am there is some shopping – I love checking out the latest items at all the stores, and I always make sure to save room in my trip budget for some souvenirs. There is a TON of stuff to choose from, so if you aren’t sure what to buy, then maybe you should check out my list of Top 5 Disney Souvenirs:

Drinkware: There’s nothing better than pouring my morning cup of coffee into a gorgeous Disney World mug – it brightens my day! There are a ton of great drinkware options to choose from at the Parks too – travel mugs, wine glasses, drinking glasses, and shot glasses too (those are a personal favorite of mine as they are thick and don’t take up much suitcase space!). They come in a ton of different designs, too – so you’re sure to find something you like

Disney Themed Games: My family and I love playing board games – and Disney has recently started making some “Disney themed” board games – Candyland, “Haunted Mansion” Life, Muppets Yahtzee, and various decks of cards (Disney Parks themed, Haunted Mansion themed, etc) are just some of the things you will find at the Parks to bring home for your family game night

Snacks: There are tons of pre-packaged snacks for sale at the Parks that make great “take home” treats, like bags of Mickey-shaped pretzels or Mickey shaped cheddar crackers (like Goldfish only Mickey-er!), or any of the bagged candy from Goofy’s Candy Company work well too. These are a great thing to pull out a rainy day when the kids (or you!) are really missing that Disney magic

Christmas Ornaments: My family purchases a new Christmas ornament every time we visit Walt Disney World – and when we go to unpack the ornaments and decorate the tree, we get to reminisce about all of our fun vacations over the years. You can buy them at the Disney’s Days Of Christmas Store in Downtown Disney – they are open all year, spreading Christmas cheer! A tip for these – you might want to avoid the large glass ball style ornament – we generally stick with smaller metal ones and that has worked out well for us, they have all returned home in one piece!

Photos: Ok, so I realize this isn’t exactly something you can buy at the Parks, but it’s my favorite souvenir of all! I take TONS of pictures during my WDW trips, and then I also make sure I utilize Disney’s Photopass Service, so that I can have a ton of great shots to pick from once the trip is done. One thing I do plan for in my trip budget is to purchase a frame or album while I am at the Parks – and then when I get home I can select some awesome photos and proudly display the memories we have made at Disney

Souvenir shopping is one of my favorite things to do while at Disney – browsing the offerings, and seeing which items I might like to take home is a tradition that I always uphold. What about you – do you like to souvenir shop? What are your “must have” Disney souvenirs?

Hollywood Studios Very Own Mulch, Sweat, and Shears is Going Bye Bye

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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September 11, 2015

Sadly. Mulch, Sweat, and Shears will entertain us no more. Their last show is October 10th, 2015 at Hollywood Studios. That is also around their 11 year anniversary. If you have ever had the pleasure of seeing them, than you know how awesome they are. I must admit I am a sucker for a sense of humor as well and they have it!

In case you have not heard about them, here is a little background: Their shtick is they are landscapers. They are a cover band, that plays classic rock. They play at Hollywood Studios on The Streets of America. Their shows are high energy and if you are standing in the front they just might invite you to perform with them.

If you will be there before their last show you should check them out at least once. You will not be sorry. So sad to see them go.

If you can’t make it to see them than check this out:

Are you a fan?

Photo Credit: Mulch, Sweat, and Shears Facebook page

Wishing you Faith, Trust, and Pixie Dust

Maria

Disney USB Sticker Wrap for iPhone

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Chip

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September 11, 2015

Decorate your iphone charger with Disney characters these heat Resistant Vinyl sticker wraps fit perfectly on your USB chargers. Suitable for iPhone4, 5 and 6 chargers. Here are the designs I found online:

And many more! Cost is only around $9.99.

Click any of the links above to learn more and to order yours today!

Happy Shopping!

Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights: Celebrate a De-Light-ful Holiday Tradition One More Time

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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September 11, 2015

The holidays will be here before we know it and many of you are in the process of making your plans (some of which include a trip to Walt Disney World). Two more options for holiday fun at the Walt Disney World Resort will soon be open for booking – the Merry & Bright Dessert Party (November 6-December 30) and the Merry & Bright Dinner Reception (Jan 1-3). Both of these special events overlook The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights at Hollywood Studios.

With the dessert party guests will be able to enjoy holiday-themed treats while surrounded by the incredible light display. The dinner reception, which is new this holiday season, will feature a selection of small bites including beef, shrimp and turkey plus wine, beer and specialty beverages. You’ll be able to book these experiences beginning September 16th – so make sure to check back around then for even more details!

As you’re doing your holiday planning, this year, please remember that the 2015 season will mark the finale for The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights. The display of lights has enjoyed a successful run at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, going all the way back to when it first appeared on Residential Street.

The decision to not present the Osborne Family Lights in the future comes as Disney prepares to add some incredible experiences and attractions to Hollywood Studios – including Toy Story Land and a Star Wars themed land. Here’s to making the 20th and final year of this Disney World tradition the best yet – and one you don’t want to miss!

Sign the Keep the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights at Disney Petition here.

Is the Osborne Family Dancing Lights Spectacle a family tradition for you? Maybe you want to see it just once before it’s retired forever? Or maybe you want to experience one of the dining experiences around the event? Let’s get your holiday trip to Walt Disney World planned! I am a Travel Magician with World of Magic Travel, the preferred agency of Chip and Co and the Disney Addicts! Email me today at [email protected] to start planning your “Magical” vacation! –Alissa

Disney Finds – Fun Disney Magnets for your door

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Chip

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September 11, 2015

Going on a Disney Cruise?! Dress up your stateroom door with these fun Disney Magnets. Available from designer GulfBreezeProduction they have a bunch of cool designs perfect for the Disney Lover in your life. Here are some of the fun designs they have available:

Mickey Mouse (as pictured above)
Pink Polka Dot with Glitter Dress Minnie Mouse
Mickey and Minnie Mouse Kissing Couple
Olaf
The Little Mermaid
Tinkerbell
Belle

Then they have a bunch of themed designs:

and many more. Cost for these designs run between $15 and $20 and they are very durable. To see some of the other fun designs click here.

Happy Shopping!

P.S. – If you are looking for Fish Extenders check out this post!

Top 10 Reasons to Visit the Disneyland Resort During the Holidays

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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September 11, 2015

Holidays at the Disneyland Resort is returning November 13-January 6, 2016. I love Christmas and I love Disneyland so this is my favorite time of year to visit the resort! The weather is perfect, there are low crowds, and the decorations are beautiful! Here’s my top 10 reasons why you should experience the Disneyland Resort during the holidays:

Lower Crowds. Not all days during the holidays will have lower crowds (like Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years). But for the most part the parks aren’t very crowded during this time. Less people means shorter lines and more time to experience everything!
Festive Décor. To say that the Disneyland Resort goes big with decorations is an understatement! Just check out the giant Christmas tree on Main St. U.S.A. which boasts over 1800 ornaments. Nearly 10,000 lights, 2,000 feet of garland, and more than 7,400 feet of ribbon add to the holiday cheer. Cars Land is also completely decked out!
Perfect Weather. Living in Alaska for over 8 years now has made it hard for me to handle hot weather. The holiday season in California is perfect weather in my opinion! High temperatures average in the low to mid 70’s and low temperatures average in the high 40’s/low 50’s. Comfortable weather during the day and jacket weather at night.
Ride Themes Change. During the holidays some of our favorite rides get holiday theme makeovers. The classic Jungle Cruise becomes the Jingle Cruise. The animals get a holiday makeover and the skippers will “sleigh” you with their new jokes. The Haunted Mansion is taken over by Jack Skellington and the other characters from The Nightmare Before Christmas. “it’s a small world” also gets a winter wonderland makeover and incorporates holiday tunes.
Special Holiday Treats. Calories don’t count at Disneyland so try as many of the special treats as you want! A couple of classic treats are the handmade candy canes and yule log. Some other sweets include peppermint bark, marshmallow wands, and English toffee. The list could really go on and on! Hopefully we’ll get some more information soon on any new treats coming this holiday season.
Holiday Gifts. Disney is always a great place to purchase gifts for family and loved ones but the holiday season is an especially wonderful time to get a holiday keepsake. Thousands of ornaments, holiday themed mouse ears and many other souvenirs can only be purchased this time of year. (Though there is a smaller selection of ornaments available year-round)
Decked Out Hotels. If you can’t stay at one of the Disneyland Resort hotels, at least take the time to have a look around. The Grand Californian Resort & Spa gets decked out with a beautiful Christmas tree and a 500+ lb gingerbread house in the lobby.
A Christmas Fantasy Parade. You can see some of your favorite Disney characters as well as elves, toy soldiers, and reindeer in this magical holiday parade. The parade ends with everyone’s favorite jolly gift-giver, Santa Claus.
“Holiday Time At Disneyland” Tour. Take a tour back in time to learn how some of the Disneyland holiday traditions started and hear some enchanting tales from around the world. You’ll also get to experience some seasonally themed attractions, watch a parade, and enjoy delicious treats. Included in your tour is a collectable pin and a special personalized button.
Disney ¡Viva Navidad! This is a festive celebration of Latino culture and takes place at Disney California Adventure park. Paradise Pier is decorated in papel picado and the Paradise Garden Grill serves authentic dishes such as pozole, mole and tacos. The “Disney ¡Viva Navidad!’ Street Party includes 12-foot tall mojiganga puppets of Santa and Sra. Claus. Other Street Party entertainment includes mariachi and samba musicians, folklorico dancers and much more.

Disneyland becomes a winter wonderland from the beginning of November until the beginning of January. It’s really a time not to be missed! If you’d like to visit the Disneyland Resort during the holiday season, contact me today to start planning your next magical adventures.

Dining Reservation Services Are Making it Harder Than Ever to Get A Reservation

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September 10, 2015

I am sure you have heard about these services that are popping up that claim they can get you that hard to get Disney Dining reservation. There seems to be more and more of these services popping up everyday. Well, Disney fans are not happy about these services because they are hoarding reservations and making it even harder for us to get a dining reservation.

They charge a small amount, somewhere around $1 to $10. They will watch for the dining reservation that you want but the client has to call and actually get the reservation. The catch is they make false reservations in order to hold your spot. That is where the big problem comes in.

Disney is not affiliated with these services and they are aware of the situation and they are looking into it.

Disney World Security Officer Wins her Civil lawsuit Against Disney

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September 10, 2015

We recently told you about some discrimination lawsuits that were filed against Disney. Well, Camelia Joseph, recently won her case against Disney. A jury recently ruled that Disney did in fact discriminate against Camelia Joseph based on her Haitian origin.

It is said that she became very emotional in court as she testified. She said that she tried to get promotions many times over her 20 year career in security at Disney World. She felt she was denied because of her nationality. Joseph also said that there we employees less qualified than her that were getting promotions and making more money.

Disney issued the following statement:”We have a longstanding policy against workplace discrimination and believe none occurred here. We are pleased the jury awarded no damages.” Disney also denies that there was any discrimination even though there was more than one suit filed against them.

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