Cyber Monday Deals on Disney Parks Online Store for Holidays 2012

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November 25, 2012

As science and medicine progress, it is being found that many more people than were previously thought have food allergies or sensitivities. There are also many food issues among folks with chronic diseases. This issue runs the gamut from the very young to the elderly. Disney takes these food issues very seriously and offers solutions at the large majority of their restaurants so their guests will not be subjected to the problems that can happen as a result of these allergies/sensitivities.

Let’s take a look at what some of the major food allergies are:

gluten or wheat
shellfish
soy
lactose or dairy
peanuts and tree nuts
fish
eggs
corn

The best way to avoid problems with these types of allergies/issues is to note them when you make your table service reservations or if you prefer, discuss them with the Chef or Restaurant Manager upon your arrival. These things can generally be handled quite easily.

Are you Dreaming of a Disney Christmas while at WDW?

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November 25, 2012

Are you dreaming of a Disney Christmas? If your family is traveling to Walt Disney World Resort this holiday season, Disney Floral has the perfect gift for you!

Call (407) WDW-GIFT at least 48 hours in advance of your arrival to arrange your merry surprise. Once they know you’re on your way, Mickey and Minnie will leave some magical gifts for your good little boys and girls.

Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse heard you were coming, so they placed a special Christmas sash, (featuring a fabric wreath on one side and a holiday tree on the other) over the door to your Walt Disney World® Resort room. Then, they slipped inside to create a Disney Christmas to remember!

Once inside, you’ll see the glow from luminaries placed around the room. On a table nearby you’ll find the “Toon Town Times,” a holiday Disney newspaper personalized with your family name, filled with stories and ideas for fun activities. But, on the bed, a plush Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, dressed in holiday hats, wait for you, each holding a special Christmas package filled with memories and dreams. Mickey’s present is a “Memory Making Box” full of surprises and activities to create special memories in the room and the parks. Minnie’s “Disney Kiss Goodnight” has everything needed to wind down your day with a magical moment to cherish.

All these gifts from Mickey and Minnie are yours to enjoy, both in the parks and in your room – and after you’ve filled your hearts with memories and dreams, these gifts are yours to take home!

Disney Grant to Help Rescue Animals in Disasters

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November 25, 2012

International Fund for Animal Welfare (www.ifaw.org) announced today a $250,000 grant from the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund to support IFAW’s efforts to rescue animals from disasters, and to assist IFAW and its partners to prepare their rescue personnel for emergencies.

“Disney has been a committed supporter in IFAW’s mission to make the world better for animals,” said Ian Robinson, IFAW Animal Rescue Director. “We look forward to continuing to work together and going wherever we are needed to help suffering animals.”

For well over a decade, the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund (DWCF) has provided grants to help IFAW rescue and care for the animal victims of disasters, including after Hurricanes Sandy and Katrina, the Asian tsunami and Haiti earthquake. Disney’s support has helped the nonprofit protect animals big and small – from elephants and tigers to household pets.

“After a devastating storm like Hurricane Sandy, communities are faced with a shortage of resources,” said Kim Sams, director of the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund. “We are proud to support IFAW, and know that animals affected by such disasters are receiving care from the compassionate staff while impacted neighborhoods can focus on rebuilding.”

IFAW is a first responder for animals in distress in times of disasters. Its animal rescue team is currently deployed in New Jersey, helping to reunite families with the pets they were forced to leave behind because of Hurricane Sandy.

Disney Donating $2 Million to the Hurricane Sandy Relief Fund (chipandco.com)
Free Wi-Fi now available in Disney’s Animal Kingdom (pics.chipandco.com)

Disney Grant to Help Rescue Animals in Disasters

Cyber Monday Deals from Disney Publishing

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November 25, 2012

Disney Publishing Worldwide is celebrating the arrival of the holiday season with big discounts on some of its favorite apps – from Cars to Princesses to recent Pixar hits! On November 26^th for one day only, kids, parents, and Disney fans alike can download the following apps at a fantastic price in these Disney Cyber Monday Deals:

Cars 2 Read and Race for $2.99 (orig. $6.99)

Rev your engines for this thrilling Cars 2 Original Story! Read along as Lightning McQueen and the world’s top International Racers power through the streets of Tokyo, Japan; Porto Corsa, Italy; London, England; and finally Radiator Springs!

Tangled: Storybook Deluxe for $2.99 (orig. $6.99)

Rapunzel has never left her tower in the woods. One day, a thief named Flynn discovers her and the unlikely pair sets off on an action-packed journey across the kingdom. From mischievous

thugs to dazzling festivals, Rapunzel quickly learns there is much more to life outside the tower!

Try this Free Interactive Thriller Series on Amazon Called The Deadliest Cast Member

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November 24, 2012

Kelly Johns developed MouseWait, which is one of the most popular Disneyland iPhone and Android apps in history. Now, he is taking MouseWait’s 100,000 plus community on an adventure with Jack Duncan, former SEAL Team Six member, billionaire tech-mogul, and Disney Legend. Part One of The Deadliest Cast Member was made available over the weekend for free on Amazon’s Kindle platform.

“My goal is to make this series an interactive adventure we can all go on together” said Kelly Johns.

Johns integrated a simple feedback form inside the novel that allows readers to submit their ideas and requests in regards to what they would like to see happen in the book series.

“It’s the same thing I did with MouseWait” said Johns, “I built MouseWait mostly on user feedback since we started in 2009 and people love it when you listen to them”

MouseWait for iPhone and Android is a free app that gives you accurate wait times and information on all attractions — even restaurants. It also gives people a live view of what’s happening at Disneyland through thousands of user-generated pictures and videos that stream through the mobile app and the web version of MouseWait. A massive community has developed around MouseWait. Many of these “MouseWaiters” as they call themselves have developed significant friendships as a result of the community, which is a phenomenon Johns says he couldn’t have predicted.You can see the MouseWait Story here.

Walt Disney World: Holiday Season Touring Plans E-Guide 2012

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November 24, 2012

I can not believe the 2012 Holiday Season is upon us and in addition to all the preparing and fun you do at your house, do you also pay attention to what is going on in the Mouse’s House during the holiday season? This year in addition to wishing you were there walking down Main Street, USA with the carolers singing and the castle sparking you can relive it all in the “Walt Disney World: Holiday Season TouringPlans e-Guide 2012“.

The Disney theme parks are already decked out for Christmas, and today marks the first Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and the first night of the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights! Want a chance to view this, learn the best info about special tours and events, and where to grab the absolute-best Christmas cupcake at Walt Disney World.

According to TouringPlans.com “even if you’ve been to Walt Disney World hundreds of times for Christmas and are confident you know everything, I guarantee you haven’t seen this many gorgeous Walt Disney World Christmas photos.”

The “Walt Disney World: Holiday Season TouringPlans e-Guide 2012“ manages to cram tons of photos, information, and tips. Here’s what you can expect from the eBook:

Disneyland refurbishment schedule December 2012

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November 24, 2012

If your heading to Disneyland soon be sure to check out the Refurb/Closure list below. Refurbishment information is subject to change without notice and should be confirmed just prior to visiting. Updated information is available on the Disneyland website.

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Jumpin’ Jellyfish (DCA) has one tower closed through 11/22/12 for refurbishment.
Indiana Jones Adventure (Disneyland) closed through 12/7/12 for refurbishment.
Troubadour Tavern (Disneyland) closed through 5/22/13 for refurbishment.

Disney’s Sophia the First breaks records

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November 24, 2012

Disney's Sophia the First breaks records

Disney Channel’s #1 Telecast of Ever in Girls 2-5, #2 in Kids 2-5 and #1 Preschool Telecast in Total Viewers, Kids 2-11 and Adults 18-49

The past Sunday the premiere of Disney Junior’s “Sofia the First,” an animated fairy tale about a little girl who becomes a princess, delivered a crowning glory of 5.2 million Total Viewers on Disney Channel, handily becoming the #1 cable TV telecast of 2012 among Kids 2-5 (1.5 million/9.1 rating) and Girls 2-5 (954,000/12.2 rating). The movie also delivered with older kids and adults, attracting more than 3.0 million Kids 2-11 and more than 1.4 million Adults 18-49.

In a most impressive feat, “Sofia the First: Once Upon A Princess” ranked as the #1 cable TV telecast in 5 years in Kids 2-5 (since 11/12/2007, “Spongebob Atlantis Pantis”) and in over 10 years in Girls 2-5 (since 5/6/2002, “Oswald”). Furthermore, it now stands as Disney Channel’s #1 telecast in the network’s history among Girls 2-5, its #2 telecast among Kids 2-5 (behind “High School Musical 2”) and its #1 preschool telecast ever in Total Viewers, Adults 18-49 and Women 18-49. Breaking records already Sophia is sure to be a princess to remember!

Disney Channel will present encore telecasts all week (Tuesday, November 20 at 10:45 a.m., Wednesday, November 21 at 8:00 a.m., Thursday, November 22 at 7:00 a.m., Friday, November 23 at 6:00 a.m., Saturday, November 24 at 8:00 a.m. and Sunday, November 25 at 7:00 a.m.).

The movie also becomes available today on WATCH Disney Junior, Disney Junior On Demand and DisneyJunior.com. It is sure to be just as mych of ahit there as it was on it’s premiere!

A January premiere date for the series “Sofia the First” has yet to be announced. The movie and series will roll out internationally through mid-2013 on both Disney Channels and Disney Junior channels. The series continues Sofia’s journey of becoming the best she can be, with relatable stories, set in a magical world of castles, wizards and flying horses, designed to provide kids fundamental lessons about developing social skills.

Created for young kids and their parents/caregivers, “Sofia the First: Once Upon A Princess” introduces Sofia, an average girl whose life suddenly changes when her mother marries the king of Enchancia and she becomes a princess. Sofia discovers that looking like a princess isn’t all that difficult, but displaying honesty, loyalty, courage, independence, compassion and grace is what makes one truly royal and a princess. She also realizes that with a little help from some friends she can be the best version of herself. It stars the voices of Ariel Winter (ABC’s “Modern Family”), Sara Ramirez (ABC’s “Grey’s Anatomy”), Wayne Brady (“Let’s Make a Deal”), and Tim Gunn (“Project Runway”), Darcy Rose Byrnes, Zach Callison, Travis Willingham, Jess Harnell, Ashley Eckstein, Meghan Strange, Disney Legend Russi Taylor, Barbara Dirickson, Tress MacNeille and Jennifer Hale.

“Sofia the First: Once Upon A Princess” is a production of Disney Television Animation.

[Source: NTI, U.S. early ratings, 11/18/12.]

Controversy Surrounding Disney’s Newest Princess Sofia (chipandco.com)
Apply to Host a Disney Junior Princess Sofia House Party (couponingtodisney.com)

Disney's Sophia the First breaks records

Disney Food Blog Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2012 e-Book

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November 24, 2012

Our friends at the Disney Food Blog has done it again. With the holidays right around the corner and many of you getting ready to head to Walt Disney World there is no better time that to start planning where you are going to eat and what you’re going to do during the Holidays. Disney really goes above and beyond to offer guest some magical treats during the Holidays. Now is your chance to learn more about all the events and tasty treats available with the DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2012 e-book.

The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2012 e-Book features 230 pages of all the info you need to know before you head to Walt Disney World for the holiday season, including NEW events and holiday happenings, over 200 photos, and an informative FAQ section.

Here is what you will find inside:

Detailed descriptions and photos of every holiday event and activity happening at the parks and resorts this year — including tips on how to make the best use of your time and money when visiting!
A fully comprehensive holiday dining section with listings of holiday snacks, treats, meals, and menu items offered this year — from popcorn kiosks all the way to Signature Restaurants.

Disney World Refurbishment Schedule December 2012

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November 24, 2012

Here is the Refurb and Closure Schedule for Walt Disney World for December 2012 and beyond. Refurbishment/closure information is subject to change without notice and should be confirmed just prior to visiting. Updated information is available at the Disney World Website.

Current

Honey I Shrunk the Kids Movie Set Adventure (Hollywood Studios) closed through 11/16/12 for refurbishment.
Studio Backlot Tour (Hollywood Studios) closed through 11/16/12 for refurbishment.
American Film Institute Showcase (Hollywood Studios) closed through 11/16/12 for refurbishment.
Ship Shape Health Club and Periwig Beauty & Barber Shop (Yacht & Beach Club) closed through 11/16/12. Guests may use the temporary health club in the Solarium at the Beach Club or the BoardWalk health club.
Osprey Ridge Golf Course closed through 11/18/12 for refurbishment.
Mouseketeer Club (Grand Floridian Resort) closed through November 2012.
Test Track (Epcot) closed through 12/5/12 for transformation to the Chevrolet Design Center.
Bistro de Paris (Epcot) closed through 12/11/12 for refurbishment.
Courtyard Pool (Grand Floridian Resort) closed through late December 2012 for refurbishment. A zero-entry slope will be added. The Beach Pool and Slide will remain open.

Pretty Little Liars returns to ABC Family this January

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November 23, 2012

ABC FAMILY SETS PREMIERE DATES FOR ITS HIT RETURNING SERIES INCLUDING THE ONE HOUR SCRIPTED DRAMA “PRETTY LITTLE LIARS” PREMIERING IN JANUARY 2013

In all-new episodes of ABC Family’s hit original series “Pretty Little Liars,” returning on, Tuesday, January 8th, 8:00PM – 9:00PM ET/PT, Radley Sanitarium has given Mona a clean bill of health and she is headed back to the halls of Rosewood High, much to the Liars’ dismay. With their former tormentor now back in their everyday life, Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer take very different views of the “new” Mona. Sure she made their lives a living hell, but is she really cured? And what other secrets could she be holding onto? It is up to Mona to prove to the Liars if she has changed or not. “Pretty Little Liars” won five Teen Choice Awards in 2012, including Choice TV Show Drama, Choice TV Actor Drama – Ian Harding, Choice TV Actress Drama – Lucy Hale, Choice Summer TV Star Female – Troian Bellisario, Choice TV Villain – Janel Parrish; in addition to the People’s Choice Award for Favorite Cable TV Drama. According to SocialGuide, “Pretty Little Liars'” summer finale became the #1 “most social” TV series episode in history, breaking records with over 1.6 million comments. ABC Family will air a special “Pretty Little Liars” marathon on Tuesday, January 8th, from 11:00AM – 8:00PM ET/PT, leading up to that night’s premiere episode.

Pretty Little Liars returns on Monday Jan. 8. In the last episode we saw a train ride gone wrong courtesy of the one and only A- Team. As shocking secrets were revealed I’m sure this season will give us some answers as well as some more questions. As Mona returns to school in this new season we will see the girls carefully navigate their way around her which i can’t wait to see! Now that we know who Toby really is will he have good motive for being a part of the A-Team or is he really just that evil? Did he ever care for Spencer or Emily? I guess we’ll have to wait and find out. Is Ezra to blame for some of the weird happenings in Rosewood? Is Lucas part of the A-Team? So many great question and so little answers but hey somethings got to keep you coming back for more and i know for a fact I definitely will be coming back because once you go to Rosewood you never leave EVER.