Beauty and the Beast coming to BluRay October 5th
Disney has just announced official plans to bring the 1991 animated classic “Beauty and the Beast” to Blu-ray Disc on October 5th in a “Diamond Edition” release. Tech specs include full 1080p Hi-Def video in the 1.78:1 aspect ratio and DTS-HD 7.1 Master Audio sound. Disney’s most requested film, Beauty
Teri Hatcher and Disney Family Launching a Website for Chicks
Teri Hatcher has teamed up with Disney to create GetHatched.com, a website for chicks, according to The Hollywood Reporter. With the slogan “A chick’s guide to life,” the site is produced by DisneyFamily.com with creative and editorial insight from the Desperate Housewives star and a small team of contributors. For
Walt Disney World Food Confessions
As a product of a Catholic school education, I am familiar with the confessional, a place where faults and misdeeds are acknowledged and counsel and absolution is given. And don’t forget the dispensation of a healthy dose of penance, of course. On a recent Friday, the Disney community began bearing
Please welcome our newest writer Lisa!!!
Everyone please welcome Lisa our newest writer to Chip and Co. Lisa is the author of one of my favorite Disney Books Beyond the Attractions: A Guide to Walt Disney World with Preschoolers.. The Beyond the Attractions travel guide is not your typical Disney guidebook; written by a parent for
First Look: Cantina de San Angel Expansion at Epcot
From the Disney Park Blog: Earlier today, Thomas shared a first look at an amazing pizzeria opening at Epcot Italy Pavilion. And now I’ve got a sneak peek of what you can expect to see when the construction wall comes down at the Mexico Pavilion later this year. If you’ve
Ridermakerz opens in Walt Disney World
RIDEMAKERZ®, a toy car and radio control (RC) car customizing entertainment experience, celebrated its grand opening at its new locations at Downtown Disney West Side in Walt Disney World yesterday, March 25. RIDEMAKERZ allows guests of all ages to build and personalize their own RC car, choosing its bodystyle, color,
Disney Interactive Studios’ Future Plans For Marvel
The guys from Game Rant got some interesting information from Mark Orgel, the Assistant Producer for Disney Interactive Studios. Following my time with the game, I brought up the subject of Disney Interactive’s recent acquisition of Marvel. Although he was unable to comment on the acquisition itself, Mark had this
Easter at Walt Disney World Resort
From the Disney Park Blog: Some of you have asked if we do anything special in the parks for the Easter holiday. And as you can see by this 1986 image of Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse with Mr. and Mrs. Easter, the answer is yes — and this year
First Look: Pizzeria at Epcot’s Italy Pavilion
From the Disney Park Blog: As a pizza lover, I raved when we announced plans for an authentic pizzeria at the Italy Pavilion at Epcot but now I’m really craving a first slice after seeing what’s coming later this year. This is your first official peek at what the new
Ask a Disney Question: Who Can Watch American Idol?
From Lori, who writes: Can you go and watch American Idol or do you have to be a contestant? Lori: Any guest of Hollywood Studios can sit in the audience and watch the show. There are seven 25-minute preliminary shows a day, with three contestants per show. The winners from each
Dooney and Disney: What a Combination!
Attention all Disney and purse fans! Did you know that Dooney & Bourke and Disney have collaborated to bring some fantastic bags to the masses? I was recently working down in Orlando, FL and my husband sends me this link from the Disney Parks blog about a new Disney and
Pook•a•Looz Are Here Just In Time For Spring!
One look at these adorable characters and you will understand why the tagline says they are “Too Cute For Their Own Good.” Pook·a·Looz are a new take on your favorite Disney characters, but with Tokyo Pop inspired style. If you love Disney, cuteness, harajuku, etc., take a look at Pook·a·Looz!
Disney Week in Review – March 21st – March 28th
Another week of Disney News & Views have gone by. Here are just a few highlights from the many Disney Blogs around the interwebs: I like to start out with my absolute favorite website the Disney Food Blog. AJ has been super busy this week with all the Disney news
Ask a Disney Question: Where Can You Watch Wishes from the Contemporary?
Stephen S. asks: Are there balcony viewing areas at the contemporary resort (4th floor @ chef mickeys maybe? ) that can be accessed without eating there in order to see “wishes”? Stephen: Thanks for your question and for reading. I knew that you could watch Wishes from the balcony outside the
