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The Walt Disney Company and AT&T U-verse Announce Broad Distribution Agreement

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AT&T U-verse, the fastest growing television service provider in the country, and The Walt Disney Company today announced a comprehensive long-term distribution agreement to deliver Disney’s robust lineup of top quality sports, news and entertainment content to AT&T U-verse TV customers across televisions, computers, smartphones, tablets, gaming consoles and internet-enabled televisions. The renewal agreement enhances the multichannel business model and supports the companies mutual goal to deliver the best video content to customers across multiple platforms.

As part of the new multi-year deal, AT&T U-verse will introduce several new services, including the full suite of authenticated WATCH products, ESPN 3D, ESPN Goal Line, ESPN Buzzer Beater, Disney Junior and the upcoming ABC News/Univision Joint Venture, a 24/7 news, information and lifestyle multi-platform network for English-dominant and bilingual Hispanics, the youngest and fastest-growing demographic in the U.S. In total, approximately 70 services are covered by the broad scope of this agreement including: ABC, ABC Family, Disney Channel, Disney Junior, Disney XD, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, ESPN Deportes, ESPNEWS, ESPN Classic, ESPN Goal Line, ESPN Buzzer Beater, ESPN 3D, ESPN GamePlan, ESPN Full Court, ESPN3, The Longhorn Network, and retransmission consent for WABC-TV, KABC-TV, WLS-TV, KGO-TV, KTRK-TV, WTVD-TVand KFSN-TV, as well as more than 10 high-definition networks.

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Best of Walt Disney World – Dining Edition

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends
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Everything about Walt Disney World travel is an attraction.  From the bus ride all of the way to nighttime celebrations, you should feel like everything has an element of fun. The average Walt Disney World traveler will spend many hours planning out their vacation itinerary and much of that time will be spent on planning where in the “world” to eat!!

Enjoy this quick list of best Disney Dining selections!!

Best View

Located at the top floor of Disney’s Contemporary Resort, California Grill offers stunning views of Magic Kingdom as well as spectacular views of the nighttime fireworks celebration, Wishes. In addition to the wonderful views you will also be treated to superb affair.

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Top 5 Rides to Avoid if you get Motion Sick

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends
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I won’t lie – I am a big wuss when it comes to intense rides. However, I have been on all but one of the rides listed below at Walt Disney World and, although they are rather enjoyable, they are top contenders for triggering motion sickness.

1. Expedition Everest

Themed around the infamous Yeti who is hiding in and around a forbidden mountain that it protects, Expedition Everest is located in the Animal Kingdom, located in the section of Asia. A favorite of thrill-seekers everywhere, it features train cars that ride both forwards and backwards. Combining these elements unexpected high speeds and entrances into total darkness at specific intervals during the ride can result in a rather unpleasant experience.

2. Mad Tea Party

Known as one of the classic rides in the Magic Kingdom, the Mad Tea Party can be an unexpected ride to cause stomach upset. It really depends on who you share your ride experience with. The ride features teacups from the animation film, Alice in Wonderland. Guests sit in the teacups, which spin leisurely with the ride. However, in the center of the teacup is a wheel that can be turned to make the cup spin faster. Therefore, if you are prone to dizziness and wish to experience the Mad Tea Party, make sure you ride with someone you trust not to spin it too fast.

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Disney Imagineers Put Their Creativity to Work at Second Harvest Food Bank

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When Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida opens its new distribution facility in just a few weeks, the building will feature a Disney-themed mural painted by Walt Disney Imagineers.

The original design was brought to life by a group of 30 VoluntEARS from Walt Disney Imagineering who painted the mural at the new 100,000-square-foot distribution center. Inspired by the Disney film Mickey and the Beanstalk, the mural shows how a few little seeds, helped by some Disney magic, grow into a massive green vine.

“The VoluntEARS from Walt Disney Imagineering brought a little bit of ‘Disney Magic’ to our new facility,” said Dave Krepcho, President and CEO of Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida. “Through their support and hard work, they have transformed our volunteer areas and made them come alive.”

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J.J. Abrams to Direct ‘Star Wars Episode VII’

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends
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We’ve been waiting for some time on info about who would be taking over the ‘Star Wars’ series, ever since George Lucas sold the franchise to Disney last year. Rumors ran rampant quickly, with names like Steven Spielberg, Matthew Vaughn, and one that was frequently popping up, was J.J. Abrams. Many assumed that with his hand so firmly in the ‘Star Trek’ universe right now, after rebooting the ever popular franchise. But apparently Abrams was the man for the job, at least according to Steven Spielberg and Kathleen Kennedy. According to the Wrap, sources close to the deal, Kennedy had been courting Abrams early on when the project came to light, thanks to Steven Spielberg, who was pushing her to hire him for the job. Understandably, Abrams was very hesitant to take the reins of the franchise, but Spielberg convinced him into saying yes. This is huge news, and we’re just waiting for an official confirmation at this time. Hit the jump for more.

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Misery finally has Company on this weeks Pretty Little Liars

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends
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Hope you guys are buckled tight because things are about to get bumpy.

As promised this will be my review for this weeks PLL. Now i know what you guys are thinking why is she doing a review on this episode? Well for one it is the first episode written and directed by Marlene King the creator of the show so congrats to her! Also this episode is full of creepy odd turns no one will see coming so i figured why not?

The firs thing that jumped out at me was Mona and Toby together as in the CAVE OF ALL -A EVILNESS. Mona i was right about you ( 1 point me!). She obviously hasn’t changed at all of course she’s still A i mean did anyone really think she wasn’t? So they’re planning something and we learn something important Mona isn’t calling the shots here and she says SHE is leading me to assume the head of this evil creation will in fact be well a she. Mona puts on her crazy black hoodie calls Spencer some choice words and we move on to the next scene. Toby in his apartment again with the bipolar acts… We go from plotting evilness to talking to Emily about Lord Of The Flies. Which brings me to my next point the book Lord Of The Flies which i have read.. There are many similarities in the book and this show i think we just have to look for them. The girls feel like they are stranded on an island A island to be exact.

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Disney’s Aladdin A New Broadway Musical To Sweep Into Toronto & Broadway

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends
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Disney’s Aladdin, A New Broadway Musical, will open at Toronto’s Ed Mirvish Theatre for Nine Weeks November 2013.  It will then be opening at Broadway’s New Amsterdam Theatre in 2014!

Disney Theatrical Productions proudly announces that Aladdin, a new musical based on the Academy Award® winning animated film, will play its pre-Broadway engagement at Toronto’s Ed Mirvish Theatre (formerly the Canon) November 13, 2013 to January 12, 2014 and will open at Broadway’s New Amsterdam Theatre in 2014.

The show will feature music by Alan Menken; lyrics by the late Howard Ashman, Tim Rice and Chad Beguelin with a book by Beguelin. Casey Nicholaw will direct and choreograph. Casting, Broadway dates and ticket information for both Toronto and Broadway will be announced at a later date.

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Why I Love the Touring Plans Website and Apps!

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends
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Touring plans, which comes from the people who bring your The Unofficial Guide each year, is perhaps one of the best tools out there for planning your Disney Vacation.  If you are planning your first or hundredth trip to the Disney World or Disneyland you need to check out www.touringplans.com.

To subscribe it is $11.95 for the year, but there are always coupon codes available it seems. I happen to think this is the best use of your vacation money and here is why.

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When you are touring the parks your time is valuable. You do not need to waste precious time in line. Touring plans not only provides you with a crowd calendar and suggests which parks to attend and which to avoid on any given day of the year, but they also help you out with what attractions you should see and when.

You can look up their pre-designed touring plans and follow the step by step plan that will save you time and a lot of hassle. Many plans are included for parents with small children, Parents with tweens, plans for adults, plans for seniors, and plans for the whole family. Even better, if you do not like the plans they provide, you can create a plan by entering the day you are going to be at the park and which attractions you would like to experience. Their computer will optimize it for you, spitting out a plan of action specifically designed for you!

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Breaking News – Disney in hot water with Congress over My Magic+

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Chip
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Looks like Disney is hot water over their all new My Magic+ system they are rolling out this spring. The goal of MyMagic+ is to make it easier for Guests to create the Disney experience you’ve been dreaming of-from securing a visit to your favorite attraction in advance… to a digital guide that simplifies how they move through the Walt Disney World Resort hotels and Theme Parks… to the touch of a Magic Band that seamlessly connects all your plans-allowing you to enjoy each moment like never before.

Click here to learn more about what Disney’s My Magic+ is.

According to a letter written to Bob Iger, Congress is worried about the ramifications of obtaining all that information about its guests, including children. They also ask Disney many questions that needs answering, like what Disney plans on doing with all the information obtained from guests.

To read over this letter click here [ Letter — Disney — 1-24-13]

What do you think? Does Congress have valid concerns? Or should they butt out of a private business affairs? We want to hear what you think in the comment box below.

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Mother Returning From Disney Cruise Sent To Jail over 22-year-old warrant

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends
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A bizarre set of circumstances has landed a Connecticut woman in jail for a minor crime she committed 22 years ago.   Robin Hall, a married mother of two had confessed to sealing a pack of cigarettes from a Wal Mart in Florida back in 1991.  According to authorities she still owes the state of Florida $85 in court costs which she failed to pay at the time of the crime.  She was arrested last week  after she, her husband and two children disembarked the Disney Dream in Port Canaveral.

Police were waiting Hall when she got off the ship.  Authorities found her by checking the ship’s manifest for potential terrorists, and realized that she still had an outstanding arrest.

‘I take full responsibility for what I did,’ Hall told NBC Connecticut, but added: ‘I do not believe I deserve this.’

Since her 91 arrest Hall has straightened out her life, graduating from college with a degree in architecture.   The mom now works for the jet design firm Pratt & Whitney in Connecticut.

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Disney Food for Less – How to save money while at WDW

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Chip
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Planning, Budgeting, and Saving for Walt Disney World Vacations are a way of life at the Chip and Co Household. I am constantly looking for ways to save some extra money so I can make yet another trip to our home away from home.

Each time we go to Disney World we learn some type of new tip and trick to saving money at the parks. While many of these tips work if you are not on the Disney Dining Plan there are still some options for you if you are an avid DDP user. So lets take a look at my ways to help you save money while at WDW.

  • First thing I want to mention is water. Did you know you can get water at all Quick Service locations for free? You just walk up there and ask them for a cup of ice water. It is a Florida State law now so save your snack credits/money and just drink water. Bring Mio Water Enhancers to flavor up your water or even Crystal Light packets are small enough to fit in your pockets.
  • We all love Kona Cafe. I for one fell in love with Tonga Toast. But did you know just downstairs in the Polynesian Resort at Captain Cooks you can get Tonga Toast for a lot less. Great to grab when you are in a hurry. The menu is pretty limited and there is no Kona Coffee but still if you didn’t want to do the full table service sit down meal just do the Quick Service alternative.
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Disney Cruise Starts in Texas and Stops Off at Walt Disney World

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends
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Disney’s newest “home” port of Galveston, Texas has many great reasons to look at this port as one you may want to sail out of  soon…one more great reason, you get a day at the World. The cruise line now has six special itineraries that leave Galveston, Texas and stop off at Port Canaveral for the day. Guests disembark and are shuttled to a day at Walt Disney World! Each guest is provided with a one day park hopper and that is part of their cruising fee, so no extra money is needed…well except to buy a Dole Whip or two!

The 8 day Bahamian itinerary that disembarked yesterday at Port Canaveral lets the guests watch the end of day fireworks and then brought them back to Port Canaveral and they set sail on their way to Castaway Cay.

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