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ABC Orders Four Pilots From It’s Own Studio

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends
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ABC has ordered four drama pilots, including “Big Thunder,” based on the popular attraction at Disneyland & Walt Disney World, as well as a gothic soap from producer Mark Gordon.  All four pilots are being produced inhouse by ABC Studios.

“Big Thunder” will be written by Jason Fuchs and exec produced by Chris Morgan.

The storyline for “Big Thunder”  is about a 19th century New York doctor and his family who are given a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to relocate to a frontier mining town run by a powerful but mysterious tycoon. Soon, they quickly realize that not everything in Big Thunder is as it seems.

ABC and it’s owner Disney have collaborated on theme-park projects in the past. “The Pirates of Caribbean” has been a wildly successful film franchise, while the Eddie Murphy film”The Haunted Mansion” was a bust.

Big Thunder Mountain at Disneyland opened in 1979 and is getting a $4 million renovation this year.  Big Thunder Mountain at Walt Disney World is undergoing a renovation of it’s queue to make it more interactive.

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Show Your Love With These Disney Themed Gifts

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Catie
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Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and love is in the air! For some of us, that panic might be setting in about “what gift do I get my wife/husband/boyfriend/girlfriend/fiance?” If your significant other happens to be a Disney lover, then you’re in luck!

Here are some great Disney Theme Gift Ideas:

Photo Gifts: Put together a Disney Scrapbook full of Disney trip pictures, old Fastpasses, and other trinkets you’ve picked up along the way! Disney scrapbooking supplies can be found at most local craft store chains, and this is a gift you can really personalize and make unique. Should you not be the crafty scrapbooking type, fear not – you can always make a photo album or even just a framed Disney trip photo would make a perfect gift – and you can even order some Disney Frames or Albums straight from the Mouse himself

Disney Eats: Disney Food is the best, no doubt about that! Luckily there are ways you can recreate some of that deliciousness at home – like by recreating your significant others favorite Disney restaurant meal using recipes from a Disney Cookbook. If none of those look appetizing or you don’t have time to order the book, then make use of that Mickey Mouse cookie cutter you bought last time you were at Disney World and whip up your honey’s favorite cookie recipe. Don’t have a Mickey cookie cutter? Then freehand some Mickey shaped pancakes for a breakfast that is sure to make them smile (the best thing about the pancakes is you can eat your misshapen ‘mistakes’ along the way)

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Tables in Wonderland: Discovery Dinner at The Wave

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends
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Tables in Wonderland is offering up some unique dining experience for their members. If you are lucky enough to have Tables in Wonderland membership you will not want to miss these dining events with exceptional menus. The first event to take place will be the Discovery Dinner at The Wave located at the Contemporary Resort. There are limited number of spaces so make sure you read all the details below.

Registration For This Event Will Open at 10:00am EST on Thursday, February 7, 2013.You must show your valid Tables in Wonderland ticket to gain entrance into the event.The event is limited to 46 Guests, and is exclusive to Tables in Wonderland members.

For reservations, visit www.disneyurl.com/TheWaveFebruary

Please have the following information ready:

  • Tables in Wonderland Ticket Number, starting with the “W”
  • First and Last Name of everyone in your party (maximum Party Size of 8 people)
  • Home Address
  • Phone Number
  • Credit/Debit Card and Billing Information
    • Your credit/debit card will be charged at the time of booking, and you will receive an immediate confirmation email
  • Personal Email Address
    • Please use a personal email address as many work email addresses flag the confirmation email as spam.
  • Special Dietary Needs (if any)
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Disney Interactive and VEVO Make Music with New Online Video Destinations

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Jeff
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The complementary, family focused web destinations will be curated by us, feature videos from VEVO’s catalog of more than 50,000 music videos and be available on Disney.com and across VEVO’s online, mobile/tablet and connected TV platforms, allowing guests to have a great experience on any device.

We’re also teaming up with VEVO, Disney Music Group and Radio Disney to produce music-focused, online original programming. Watch for coverage of exclusive events, video premieres and live music experiences with Disney recording artists.

With VEVO, we’re offering even more of the family friendly entertainment our guests want, wherever they are. Stay tuned for more updates when we roll out the red carpet with VEVO later this year!

Disney Interactive and VEVO Make Music with New Online Video Destinations

Hero’s Welcome for Baltimore Ravens Quarterback Joe Flacco, MVP of Super Bowl XLVII, at Walt Disney World Resort

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Chip
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Fresh from his team’s 34-31 victory over the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl XLVII, Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco made good on his “I’m Going to Disney World” proclamation by quarterbacking a gala celebration Monday at Walt Disney World Resort.

Smiling and waving from a red convertible alongside Mickey Mouse in the shadow of Cinderella Castle, Flacco – named the game’s Most Valuable Player — greeted cheering Magic Kingdom guests along a parade route lined with colorful red, white and blue balloons. Cheerleaders, Disney characters in football gear and a Florida blizzard – of confetti — completed the festive scene as Flacco quarterbacked another drive, this time down Main Street, U.S.A.

Flacco was one of the game’s standout players, firing three first-half touchdown strikes en route to 287 total passing yards. It capped a remarkable post-season in which Flacco connected on 11 TD passes, throwing no interceptions.

His “I’m Going to Disney World” – anchoring one of TV’s most enduring and iconic Super Bowl commercials – was captured seconds after the final whistle Sunday night. A produced commercial from that moment aired on networks just hours before Flacco’s appearance at the Magic Kingdom.

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VoluntEARS from Disney Team Up to Clean Up

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends
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VoluntEARS from Walt Disney World Resort and Disney Cruise Line demonstrated their commitment to local environmental and conservation efforts today, as they teamed with friends, family and community partners to clear more than 250 pounds of trash along the Brevard coastline near the homeport of Disney Cruise Line.

Joining with members from Keep Brevard Beautiful, the United States Coast Guard and the Canaveral Port Authority, this volunteer effort aims to help improve the health of the ocean and waterways.

“Through their efforts, Disney VoluntEARS are not only lending a hand to preserve Florida’s natural beauty, they’re also making the beaches cleaner for Central Florida beachgoers,” said Nancy Gidusko, director of community relations for Walt Disney World Resort. “Over the past nineteen years Disney VoluntEARS have been involved in numerous cleanup projects, collecting over 40,000 pounds of trash and debris, enabling them to combine their passion for the environment with their commitment to the community.”

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Additional Perks for Disneyland Annual Passholders

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends
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Additional perks for  Disneyland annual pass holders has been added.  They are so good not to share with you. So check out the information below:

Early Entry for Disneyland Annual Passholders returns.  Disneyland Annual Passholders will be able to enjoy the Parks one hour early most weekends 01/05/13 through 04/14/13.  Present your Annual Pass at designated turnstiles at Disney California Adventure on most Saturdays and Disneyland Park on most Sundays.  Block out days includes 01/19/13, 01/20/13, 02/03/13.

Disneyland Passholders can stay late at California Adventure on Thursdays in February – Every Thursday in February, Annual Passholders can stay in Disney California Adventure an additional 2 hours after regular closing. Wristbands are required and can be obtained near the Main Entrance after 12:00 noon on the day of the event. Subject to capacity and other restrictions.

Disneyland Passholders can currently enjoy even more savings on Disneyland Resort Hotel rooms!  Now through 03/15/13, book a weekday stay and save up to 25%.  On weekends, passholders can save up to 20%

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Disney’s Fairy Tale Wedding & Honeymoons: 2nd Annual Bridal Showcase

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends
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Disney’s Fairy Tale Wedding & Honeymoons are having their 2nd Annual Bridal Showcase. Future brides should be prepared to explore all of the wedding details in true Disney fashion. It will be a full day of fun, creativity and a little Disney magic- from guest speaker David Tutera to demonstrations from Disney’s culinary team, it’s a Bridal Showcase like you’ve never seen. Disney consultants are on hand to plan every detail. Vendors will be on hand to offer specials on products and line launching news and much more.

Details

Date: Saturday, February 9, 2013

Time: 10am-3pm

Place: Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center

Cost: $35 per person

Register by going to this website.

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Top 10 Tips for Planning Your Meals at Walt Disney World

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends
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Our readers have Dining questions all the time.  When is the best time to eat?  Quick Service or Table Service?  Dining Plan or No?  Ask ten people how they eat when they are at Walt Disney World and you will get twelve different answers!  It all depends on how you like to do things at the parks.   I’m going to give you a rundown of how we plan our meals at Walt Disney World with two kids.

1. Disney Dining Plan:  We always do the Disney Dining Plan (especially when it’s free).  There are debates on whether you are saving money, but we like the convenience.  I like being able to budget most of my expenses ahead of time.  Children under 3 are not required to purchase a Dining Plan, so they can eat off of your plate.  There is so much food, this is never an issue.

2.  Plan your Advance Dining Reservations.  Yup, we love to eat at Disney and have our favorite places to go.  So after consulting TouringPlans.com for their crowd calendar, we decide which days we will be at which park.  Then we map out our Advance Dinning Reservations (ADR’s).  With the dining plan you get one Table Service, one Quick Service and one Snack per person, per night of stay.  You can use in any order or combination and we do!

3. Bang for Your Buck: If you are using the Disney Dining Plan, get the most out of your money. Plan character meals, which are often very expensive. Check out the menu’s ahead of time and make sure you go somewhere special, that you might not go to otherwise. If you are looking to do Le Cellier for a romantic evening, or Cinderella’s Royal Table for your Princess, plan on 2 Table Service Credits.

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Watch the Disney Super Bowl Commercials

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Chip
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In case you missed the Disney Super Bowl ads from last night here they are.

First up is a clip from Disney’s The Lone Ranger, coming to theaters on July 3rd.

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Next is the IRON MAN 3 Game Day Commercial,make sure and visit www.facebook.com/ironman for an exclusive extended look at IRON MAN 3.

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Finally we have the game day commercial for OZ THE GREAT AND POWERFUL. Be sure to check out the witch and all her power as she takes over the Disney.com homepage!

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Baltimore Ravens Quarterback Joe Flacco “Going to Disney World” to Celebrate Super Bowl XLVII Victory

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Jeff
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In this city rich in traditions, Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco on Sunday shouted five words ingrained in the traditions of American pop culture following the Ravens’ 34-31 victory over the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl XLVII.

“I’m Going to Disney World!” beamed Flacco into the cameras as confetti rained down from the rafters of the Mercedes-Benz Superdome.

Flacco’s pronouncement, part of the production for one of TV’s most enduring and iconic Super Bowl commercials, was captured within seconds of the final whistle. His team’s victory kept the Ravens unbeaten in Super Bowl play at 2-0. Flacco was named the game’s Most Valuable Player.

Completing a Cinderella season in which he had career highs in passing and completions, Flacco was a standout in Super Bowl XLVII, amassing 287 yards passing, including three first-half touchdowns.

On Monday, Flacco is scheduled to participate in a parade at the place where families create lasting vacation memories – Walt Disney World Resort near Orlando, Fla. For Flacco and Ravens fans, celebrating the team’s victory at Magic Kingdom is the perfect way to spend some “Disney Time,” when family, friends and favorite characters can help create even more magical memories for Flacco and fans who share in the limited-time “I’m Going to Disney World” moment that has a worldwide following.

Flacco’s declaration becomes the 26th Super Bowl commercial in the Disney series that began in 1987 following Super Bowl XXI. The first “I’m Going to Disney World” commercial featuring New York Giants quarterback Phil Simms was considered a groundbreaking concept – a produced commercial involving a current event, airing on major networks within hours of its conclusion. Flacco joins an all-star lineup of heroes from sports and beyond who have celebrated milestone accomplishments in “I’m Going to Disney World” commercials.

Baltimore Ravens Quarterback Joe Flacco “Going to Disney World” to Celebrate Super Bowl XLVII Victory

Disney Star Adam Irigoyen Brings Books to Children at Camp Pendleton

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends
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Disney star Adam Irigoyen of the show “Shake it Up” came to Camp Pendleton to read stories to kids on Saturday. Irigoyen took turns reading with base commanding general, Brig. Gen. Vincent A. Coglianese.

The nonprofit Blue Star Families donated  books to the base’s libraries and child development centers. Disney is slated to distribute 30,000 books to military children all over the country through the program that supports literacy.

Blue Star Families started the program a few years ago with Kids in Distressed Situations aka KIDS at an event near Fort Bragg, NC

Camp Pendleton was the first stop on a Disney tour bringing different  celebrities and books to military children at bases across the country as part of Blue Star Families’ Books on Bases program.

 

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