This year the guys from Disney’s Yellow Shoes Department are back with more Fourth of July fun – this time taking their skills to the next level by creating this light-painting video that stars Mickey Mouse. Love it!
Thanks Disney parks blog.
Celebrate the Fourth of July by watching the Magic Kingdom fireworks show tonight!
So you’re not able to be at Walt Disney World Resort for the Fourth of July but you want to celebrate the holiday in Disney style? Well our friends at the Disney Parks Blog has you covered. We are excited to announce that the Magic Kingdom Park July 4th fireworks show will stream ‘live’ at 9 p.m. EST on the Disney Parks Blog.
Join us as “Disney’s Celebrate America! A Fourth of July Concert In The Sky” paints the sky red, white and blue and fills the air with patriotic music. This special show features perimeter fireworks launched from around Magic Kingdom Park and an island in Seven Seas Lagoon.
To make sure you have the best view in the house Disney is providing two live cameras for you to choose from. One camera in front of Cinderella Castle and the other near Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort to take in the entire perimeter spectacular. Guests viewing from their desktop will be able to switch between the two cameras during the show. Those ‘on the go’ and joining us on mobile devices, will be able to take in the live view from the castle location.
Live Video feed below.
Disney Finds – Handmade Disney Pandora Charms
I am by no means the authority when it comes to Disney Jewelry. For things like that I defer to the Disney Fashionista. However I do recognize a deal when I see one and I know these Pandora charms are hard to find and are for sale for much more on Ebay or Amazon. Shop owner JewelleryProject on Etsy has some cool handmade designs you might want to check out.
First up is the Sorcerer Mickey design pictured above. The ”Mickey’s Sorcerer’s Hat” Charm is only $31.
This Cinderella’s Pumpkin Coach is a little more at $47 but is adorable.
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The Elsa, Anna, Belle, Ariel, and Cinderella Dresses all run $31 each.
For more designs check out their Etsy Store. Happy Shopping!
New Frozen Gift Packages Bring the Magic of Arendelle right to your Disney World & Disneyland Resort Rooms
Now, Disney Floral and Gifts can bring some Frozen magic straight from Arendelle, delivered to your Disney resort room.
First you get Anna & Elsa’s Warm Welcome. I can’t think of a better way to arrive at my resort room! First you will see a beautiful Frozen themed banner on your Disney resort room door. Inside you will find an Arendelle inspired winter wonderland. That consts of snowflake confetti and luminaries that light the way to an exclusive tote bag filled with treats.
But wait there is more. You also get a “Frozen”-themed pillowcase, Anna and Elsa vision glasses, an exclusive light-up lanyard, autograph book (signed by the sisters) and “Frozen”-themed memory cards. Last but certainly not least you get a “Frozen”-themed blanket cuddling plush Olaf.
Check out the frozen festivities that can be all yours:
Frozen in room 9
Frozen in room 8
Frozen in room 7
Frozen in room 6
Frozen in room 4
Frozen in room 3
Frozen in room 1
Next up is Olaf’s Warm Welcome. You will get many of the same goodies included in Anna and Elsa’s Warm Welcome. In addition to an Olaf tote bag and Olaf vision glasses, instead of the Anna and Elsa ones included in the Anna and Elsa’s Warm Welcome.
Both of these in room celebrations are available at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort. To order for Walt Disney World Resort hotel locations, you can call 407-WDW-GIFT (939-4438). For Disneyland Resort hotel locations, you can reach a Dream Maker at 714-781-GIFT (4438).
This is so adorable! I am a grown up and I would love this. How about you?
Wishing you Faith, Trust, and Pixie Dust
Maria
Photo Credit: Disney Parks Blog
Just in Time for Summer: The Belle Beauty Collection
Summer is probably our favorite season for beauty, mainly because it’s all about simplicity. And if there’s a Disney character who holds a similar outlook on beauty, it’s definitely Belle from Beauty and the Beast. Belle’s natural beauty and kindness always shines through in whatever she does. And with the Belle Beauty Collection at Walgreens, you can channel Belle’s simply elegant style anytime.
The collection features makeup, nail polishes, and cosmetic bags from SOHO, e.l.f. Cosmetics, and ORLY. We’re especially big fans of the new nail polishes that have names like “Nose Stuck in a Book” (so Belle) and “Break the Spell.”
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Will you be picking up the Belle Beauty Collection at Walgreens? Tell us in the comments below!
Firefighters Rescuing Riders Stuck for Hours on the Orlando Eye
Reports are coming in that the Orlando Eye stopped moving around 4:45 p.m today. 66 Riders were stuck without A/C and no way to get outside air in. Firefighters were called and they were ready to climb up and rescue people but apparently it was not needed because around 6:00pm various twitter users tweeted that they were moving again so hopefully that means they are getting people off car by car.
The Orlando Eye has only been opened for a few months and had a lot of issues similar to this.
Hope everything works out for them.
Wishing you Faith, Trust, and Pixie Dust
Maria
ABC’s Talk Show “The Chew” Will Broadcast from the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival
ABC’s “The Chew” is leaving its Manhattan studio for the first time in the show’s history to broadcast from the 20th annual Epcot International Food & Wine Festival at Walt Disney World Resort.
The Emmy-Award Winning lifestyle series will tape five shows with co-hosts Mario Batali, Michael Symon, Carla Hall, Clinton Kelly and Daphne Oz on Oct. 7, 8 & 9 to air during the week of Oct. 12 -16 on “The Chew.”
“We are beyond excited to be invited to celebrate such an important food event,” said Gordon Elliott, executive producer of “The Chew.” “What a great way to kick off our fifth season. We are planning a terrific series of shows for our viewers and live audience that will use every available piece of magic the park and our show can muster. Stay tuned!” he added.
“The Chew” shows from Epcot will showcase festival highlights as well as food and beverage from “around the world” of Walt Disney World Resort. From stellar dining experiences to immersive dining that transports guests into cherished stories, “The Chew” will explore Disney Parks restaurants that offer innovative, fun and healthful dining choices and share some of their favorites.
In addition, “The Chew” will be featured in two themed marketplaces located at the new Next Eats area of Future World – the first time in the festival’s history that new culinary experiences have expanded into the Future World area of the park.
At the new Sustainable Chew Marketplace, festivalgoers can enjoy three delicious dishes inspired by “The Chew” co-hosts. From savory pork spareribs with red wine and fennel with cheesy mascarpone grits and ricotta & zucchini ravioli with tomato sauce to vanilla panna cotta with fresh figs and pistachio brittle, “The Chew” has something for everyone during this milestone 20th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival celebration. The eco-home-inspired marketplace will offer guests a chance to learn more about how food is grown and the importance of food sustainability. Herbs and vegetables harvested from The Land pavilion greenhouses at Epcot will flavor the marketplace dishes.
Check it out:
A second new Future World marketplace at Next Eats will feature the Chew Lab, where Disney chefs are collaborating with “The Chew,” to create a cutting-edge marketplace inspired by food-science labs and the hottest culinary tech trends.
Visit TheChew.com for information on how to get tickets to be part of the live audience during “The Chew” broadcasts at Epcot International Food & Wine Festival.
Are you a fan?
Wishing you Faith, Trust, and Pixie Dust
Maria
Choosing which Disney Vacation options is right for you
Planning a Disney Vacation is one of the most exciting things. At least for me and my family. When I help my clients book their own Magic Your Way package, I have to consider their needs, budget and what fits them! There are some fine details into a package that can help make it more Magical, or an extra cost you didn’t need.
Here are 5 options I make sure my client wants when booking their next Dream vacation!
5. Ticket Options. When putting together your very own Magic Your Way package, it includes a minimum of a resort stay and Ticket purchase. You can add Extras. We will get to that. Now, ticket purchases could be your Base Ticket. Which means 1 day 1 park. You can add the Park Hopper or Water Park Fun and More options.
Park Hopper- Your regular park admission but you can also hop one park from another or all 4 in one day, every day during your stay. Go to Animal Kingdom until it closes then head over to Magic Kingdom for some fireworks. If you plan on getting the most out of your days and maybe having dining reservations at different parks then the one you plan that day, this is the option for you!
Water Park Fun & More- This can be tricky.. if you purchase 5 day park tickets with this option, you get 5 Day base tickets to the main parks.. PLUS 5 fun visits. So really up to 10 days of fun. The options includes your choice of.. Disney’s water parks: Typhoon Lagoon or Blizzard Beach, DisneyQuest an Interactive Theme Park (Closing next year) Disney’s Oak Trail Golf Course (tee time reservations required and subject to availability)ESPN Wide World of Sports (including 30 minutes of game access at The PlayStation Pavilion on days when it is operating; some events require additional admission) Disney’s Winter Summerland Miniature Golf Course (one mini golf visit per day before 4:00 p.m.) Disney’s Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf Course (one mini golf visit per day before 4:00 p.m.)
4. Memory Maker. This makes sure that everyone in your party to get in the picture. Selfie Sticks are now a short lived thing of the past.. Don’t have anyone miss out on a photo (and without dodging those sticks!) Your Memory Maker allows you to download the pictures taken during your trip at many locations. Any PhotoPass Photographer, Dining locations, Attractions Photos AND Videos, and Magic Shots! Want a picture holding tinkerbell? Sure! It links right to your Magic Band and an advance purchase is $169 or if you purchase on your trip it is $199. It is good for your whole vacation.
3. Special Offers. As a Travel Agent I automatically check for any discounts or promotions going on. Even after you book I always check for new ones that you could qualify for to save you extra money! If booking on your own, keep an eye out for these. They usually have different discounts to look at like Florida Resident, Annual Passholder or even traveling between specific dates could make you eligible for extra savings! Maybe Free Dining, get 5 day base ticket for price of 4. You never know the extra Magic that could be waiting! Also, sometimes World of Magic Travel has special giveaways!
2. Relaxing Days. Some times you need to rest up. You can walk a lot of miles around Disney! Take advantage of your resort, a pool day, take a stroll around the changing Downtown Disney into Disney Springs. There is plenty to do at Disney even if you don’t go to a park everyday. If you are wanting to save a few extra bucks, do the Base tickets, and figure out how many days you really want to visit the parks. Maybe plan a pool day in the middle to relax and soak up the Florida Sunshine.
1. Dining Plan. This is an extra add on to your Magic Your Way Vacation Package. You don’t need it, but it’s another option. If you want to take full advantage of your Disney Vacation or make it a Bucket List trip, add one of 3 Dining packages. As easy as having meal prepaid for your trip if you don’t think you will save additional money.. add it to your package and make payments on it. Dining Plus Package is the most common. it includes 1 table service on top of your Quick Service. Take an hour out of your day to sit, relax and be waited on. Or the Deluxe Dining plan would give you more, such as a 2 credit restaurant or Character Dining!
Consider these tips when planning out your next trip, and make it the vacation of a lifetime!When helping families plan their vacations I ask some questions to give the the best options, I break it down of what each option includes and pricing difference. A package for one family, may not be the right package for you! Plan it right, and have the best vacation with no worries! Let my friends and I at World of Magic Travel help! Service is FREE for helping book and plan your trip! An added bonus at no cost, sounds like a pretty good deal.. it is. I love to help my clients all the way through their vacation to make sure it is everything you dreamed it would be!
Ready to make your dream a reality? My name is Jamie and I’d love to help you get the best deal coming home! I’m an Independent Travel Agent with World of Magic Travel, and a WDW local and a Disney Addict myself! I’m also a writer for Chip & Co. Feel free to contact me at [email protected] or follow me here on Facebook!
ABC Family’s “Startup U” Cast Announcement!
ABC Family announces the smart, spontaneous and entertaining cast of its new unscripted series “Startup U,” premiering on Tuesday, August 18th, 2015 at 8:00 -9:00M ET/PT. As these ten young adults embark on a seven-week program filled with tough lessons and plenty of drama, will they be able to handle the pressure and seize every opportunity as they pursue their dreams?
“Startup U” follows a group of entrepreneurial millennials as they embark on a semester at Draper University in Silicon Valley. Led by billionaire founder and venture capitalist Tim Draper, students learn the fundamentals of launching a startup company under the mentorship of America’s business leaders. In the end, they pitch their ideas to a panel of hungry venture capitalists with the hope that they’ll win a life-changing investment to launch their business. To date, more than 180 Draper graduates have received funding totaling more than $20 million from mogul investors and Tim Draper himself. Brimming with innovation and sheer willpower, the series exposes what it takes to achieve success in the most pioneering and competitive marketplace in the world.
The Founder
Tim Draper
Founder, Draper University: As the founding partner of leading venture capital firms Draper Associates and DFJ, Tim’s investments include Skype, Overture, Tesla, Baidu, Hotmail and Theranos, among several others. In 2011, Tim founded Draper University to teach entrepreneurial skills, fostering young leaders and innovators as they set out to light the world on fire. Over the past 3 years, more than 180 student ideas have been funded to the amount of over $20 million.
Twitter: @TimDraper
The Staff
Charlie Taibi
Hometown: Long Island, NY
Position: Draper University Program Director
Age: 26
A former Draper University student, Tim hired Charlie to guide the next generation of entrepreneurs by creating and implementing the curriculum. Over the years, Charlie’s attentive coaching and insight has been instrumental in helping the students develop their business plans and prepare them for their final test: Pitch Day.
Twitter: @ChahlieTaibi
Sequoia Blodgett
Hometown: Richmond, California
Position: Draper University Entrepreneur in Residence
Age: 31
Also a former Draper University student, Sequoia was the only member of her graduating class to secure funding from Tim Draper; her business, “7AM,” is a mobile, business-app community focused on promoting positive intimate relationships. Currently, Sequoia helps the students shape their own start-ups while continuing to develop her own business.
Twitter: @SequoiaB
The Students
Erin Brady
Hometown: Portland, CT
Age: 26
Background: A financial consultant before being crowned Miss USA in 2013, Erin is married to fellow student Tony Capasso.
Business Proposal: Erin’s concept, “Romeo In A Box,” is a subscription-based service that sends gifts on pre-specified dates to wives, girlfriends and moms, thereby eliminating fights over forgetting important milestones.
Twitter: @OfficialEBrady
Tony Capasso
Hometown: Hartford, CT
Age: 30
Background: A self-professed “mama’s boy,” Tony currently runs the family construction business and is married to fellow competitor Erin Brady.
Business Proposal: Tony plans to use 3D printing to transform the construction business and create affordable housing.
Twitter: @TonyCapasso1
John Frye
Hometown: Bradenton, FL
Age: 18
Background: The youngest student in the program, John’s obsession with Apple and Steve Jobs prompted him to move across country to be closer to Silicon Valley.
Business Proposal: John’s app “StudyBetter” uses money as a motivator for students to study. Participants make money once they meet their goals, but in turn they must pay money if they fail.
Twitter: @JFryeOfficial
Shawn Isaac
Hometown: Palm Springs, CA
Age: 25
Background: Once the youngest city commissioner in the state, Shawn is also a rapper. In addition to getting funding for his business, this single guy is hoping to find a smart, classy girl at Draper.
Business Proposal: Shawn’s app “Six Degrees” allows the user to act as a matchmaker and set up two friends on a date. Friends have friends’ best romantic interests at heart, so why use an algorithm to find love?
Twitter: @realshawnisaac
David Kram
Hometown: St. Louis, MO
Age: 27
Background: David began trading stocks at the age of 14 but recently left his six-figure salary as an investment banker to follow his dream of being an entrepreneur.
Business Proposal: A strong supporter of medical marijuana, David’s “Stonr” app delivers pot to those in need within 20 minutes.
Twitter: @DavidKram
Ana Marte
Hometown: New York, NY
Age: 30
Background: Extremely competitive and often using her charm to get her own way, Ana met her goal of owning her own business (a beauty shop) by the time she was 30.
Business Proposal: Ana’s idea “Nailed It” provides customers with qualified and trained professionals for on-demand nail care services. “Nailed It” offers an unwavering commitment to quality, health, safety and customer service from the consumer’s phone order to the front door.
Twitter: @Amarte0314
Carly Martinetti
Hometown: Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA
Age: 24
Background: A passionate animal lover, Carly created a popular website in college that showcased unusual and unknown creatures. Carly’s smarts are often underestimated due to her looks, but underneath her sweet exterior is lot of fire and drive.
Business Proposal: Carly’s “Pretty Litter” is a colorful, sparkly cat litter that changes colors once it’s used, making a previously unpleasant chore more fun for felines and humans alike.
Twitter: @ftcreature
Keyonna Patterson
Hometown: Indianapolis, Indiana
Age: 30
Background: Emancipated from her mother at the age of 15, Keyonna used to walk 3 miles to and from her multiple part-time jobs because she didn’t have a car. Her passion for fashion prompted her to leave her job as a real estate agent and follow a new career path.
Business Proposal: Keyonna presents the clothing line “Lacher” (French for “let go”), which mixes Victorian clothing with contemporary style.
Twitter: @EderaBeauty
Malcolm Tyson
Hometown: West Palm Beach, FL
Age: 26
Background: A star high-school basketball player who taught himself computer coding in the 4th grade, Malcolm built his first website at age 14. Determined to know everything he can about the tech industry, Malcolm vows to use programming to change the world.
Business Proposal: Malcom’s business “Robora” is a payment platform that recommends other similar products once the transaction is completed.
Twitter: @malcolmtyson
Sharon Winter
Hometown: Los Angeles, CA
Age: 22
Background: Majoring in industrial design, Sharon concentrated on robotics so she could create real, working prototypes. A fanatic shoe-lover (she owns over 100 pairs of stilettos), Sharon’s outgoing nature drives her to work hard during the day and go out on the town at night to promote her business.
Business Proposal: Sharon’s app, “Hotpoint,” is a video-social networking app that allows users to zoom in on a map to see what’s trending by viewing user-generated video in real time.
Twitter: @sharonwinter77
“Startup U” is produced by Ugly Brother Studios, a Sky Vision partner. Mike Duffy, Tim Duffy, Tim Draper, Perry Dance and Ted Iredell serve as executive producers.
Stay tuned for more Startup U!
Is a Gildan attraction coming to Epcot’s Innoventions?
Hey there Mouseketeers, it is I Anonymouse. In case you missed my Disney Gossip from earlier this week you can find that here. If I could would link to all my past articles because that is how awesome I am, but Chiperoo might not like that (insert eye roll here).
Needles to say I am here because I have some more gossip for you. You may know that Gildan Tshirts has been a long time sponsor of Walt Disney World. So, does that photo mean they are going to sponsor an attraction at Walt Disney World? It sure looks like it! Could they be moving into the Innoventions building? I hear they are going to be doing some sort of T-Shirt exhibit??? Well we shall see and remember nothing is official until the big mouse says it!
Good, bad, or indifferent, share your feelings in the comment box below.
Anywho, this all the Disney gossip I have for now. For my past gossip articles be sure to check them out here. Got any good gossip/rumors please email me at anonymouse@chipandco.com or on my Facebook page.
Disney’s Untitled New Project About Charles Darwin
There are very few details about a new untitled project Walt Disney Studios has just closed the deal on. Stephen Gaghan will write an adventure film involving Charles Darwin, the British naturalist and geologist famous for his theories, including the Theory of Evolution. Darwin traveled for 5 years on board the ship HMS Beagle charting the coastline of South America and made many discoveries which led to his being one of the most well known and influencial persons in history.
Should be interesting. Follow us on chipandco for all the entertainment news.
Disney Combines Consumer Products and Interactive Divisions
Disney has said that they are merging 2 divisions. One is consumer products and the other is the Interactive Division. They said Monday that the change is “in response to changing consumer preferences in a marketplace increasingly influenced by technology.”
When the two become one it will have a it’s own publishing unit. Which will put out kids books, e-books, and apps etc.
The new division will be co-chaired by the presidents of the consumer products and interactive divisions, Leslie Ferraro and Jimmy Pitaro. Disney is not planning on any layoffs with the merge of the 2 divisions.
This merge may have something to do with the fact that last year the Interactive Division suffered some big losses. The voyage into console games was quite an expensive venture for Disney, and their venture into mobile gaming also did not go as planned. However, the launch of Disney Infinity did help them out.
Tom Staggs, Disney’s chief operating officer, will oversee the transition.
What do you think?
Wishing you Faith, Trust, and Pixie Dust
Maria