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Disney World Planning 101 – Packing Tips From A Pixie

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A box of 52 gallon Ziploc bags.

 

As a step-mother to a 9-year old boy, our first family trip to Disney World had me completely paranoid. I can pack myself and my husband with my eyes closed, and even with this confidence I start packing a few days (or weeks) before my vacation. I like the visual of the open suitcase, and adding and editing things as needed; and at long last….doing the final zip. When it came to traveling with a child every fear i’ve ever had was multiplied by 1,000 and none of those even included packing.

I started with what I knew: that in the wee hours of the morning while the worlds smallest coffee pot was brewing, I would be in no mood to be hunting for outfits, so I planned ahead. I grabbed my tools: a box of gallon sized Ziploc bags and a Sharpee and I went to work. I cleared a space and started making outfits, in each Ziploc bag went that day’s outfit including a T-shirt, shorts, underwear, and socks. For the nights I knew we would be dining at a signature restaurant I put a collared shirt in there as well (one that coordinated with the current short selection–I don’t need extra laundry!)
Every bag had a date and day marked on it (with a sharpee of course), I put each bag in the suitcase and from the suitcase to the drawer in the hotel room. And each morning all he had to do was find the bag with that day’s day (and date) and get dressed.

The Ziploc bags served a dual process: a kid proof outfit kit, and a space maximizer. The bags compressed clothes and maximized space in the suitcase! In an effort to be environmentally friendly, I decided to re-use the bags for future vacations so I wrote the day and date on a piece of paper that went inside the bag so I could re-use them with no confusion.

For us “grown up’s” we didn’t need the individual Ziploc bags, however I did bring the XL sized Ziploc bags to use for dirty clothes. When full each large blue bag fits inside of our largest suitcase and come in handy for dirty clothes. Just stand them up under the sink, and deposit the dirties (separated by colors of course!). Then when you get home all you have to do is a pick a bag and dump it in the washing machine; your sorting is already done! This also helps with space as the bags compress the air and help you make room for those last minute souvenirs in the suitcase.

If your family does laundry during your trip, the bags are great for carrying clothes to the laundry room (they have handles) and make the walk back to the room worry-free, even in the rain.

For the resorts that operate on coin laundry, you’ll find a bill changing machine in the laundry room, as well as detergent and other laundry necessities.

Tip: If you are out of quarters for penny presses this is a good time to cash in a few bucks; saves you from having to wait in line at one of the shops to get quarters!

We’ve tackled two obstacles and given you a good start to your vacation (packing) and a strong finish (laundry). Use these and other tips to make your Disney vacation worry free & pixie perfect.

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Oldies But Goodies – Should Seniors Take Advantage Of Photopass?

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Oldies But Goodies - Should Seniors Take Advantage Of Photopass?

To answer the question posed in the title – Absolutely!! Disney’s Photopass is something we have only really started to appreciate on our last three visits. I personally take tons of photos when we are at Walt Disney World and there is someone missing in each and every one of them – ME. Since we have started using Photopass there are now lots of pictures with me included, a very nice change.

When you travel like we generally do, just the two of us, it is one of the few options you have to preserve the memories of the trip with the photographer in the picture. Sure, you can ask a stranger to take a picture for you and in most cases they will gladly do it but I hate to intrude on other peoples vacations.If you go this route you will generally get them to take one shot and you are grateful for that one.

When you travel with family or friends, someone is always left out of the photos and in many cases it is the same person all the time. This is one of the big reasons I recommend Photopass. I also know that as we get older, we tend to be a little less likely to ask a stranger for a favor and we miss a lot of great photo opportunities.

Photopass photographers are normally positioned in all of the right spots to get the most magical pictures. Many of them also have some tricks up their sleeves (actually they are programmed into the cameras) to give you some fun pictures called “Magic Shots” One caution here, you almost always have to ask if they have the shots available especially if they are very busy. They will also take multiple shots rather than the one you would get if you ask that generous stranger. If they are not swamped, they will gladly take pictures using your camera. This can be beneficial in case one of their pictures shows up missing (happened to me in 2009).

I know the price of $149.95 for the photo CD seems a bit steep but if you pre order it from the Pre-Order Web Site you can get it for $99.95. A word of caution, you must place and pay for the order before your vacation, But, if you decide you don’t want to order the CD your money is 100% refundable. You can also enhance your photos (see the pic above) before you order the CD which vastly increases the number of pictures you get for your money.

The ins and outs of Disney’s Photopass are way too complex to go into here but if you want to check it out before you decide to buy (as we seniors always do) there is a site that is the Definitive Guide To Disney’s Photopass. This site explains Photopass top to bottom and front to back.

I hope you will consider using this service on your next visit so those Walt Disney World memories can be around forever for you, your children, your grand children, etc. etc.  As always, enjoy your visit to Walt Disney World!!

Ken

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Finding Peace and Quiet at Walt Disney World

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends
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Finding Peace and Quiet at Walt Disney WorldA Disney vacation is many things….but restful and relaxing is not one of them. If anything, it is pretty much the opposite: an almost non-stop whirlwind of walking, rides, eating, attractions, parades, eating, shows, activities and eating. It’s fun…but it’s exhausting too!

It’s no wonder that many Disney veterans advise taking a much-needed break from all of this, for some downtime back at your resort or hotel. But what if you can’t conveniently…or just don’t want to…..go back to your hotel every afternoon? What if you, or your children need/want to rest a bit at the parks?

The good news is, you still can. There are many places at Disney World where you or your little ones can relax, unwind a bit, and maybe even catch 40 winks, without facing a long bus or car ride back to your hotel. Some may be perfect for a nap, while others are simply a nice spot to just sit for a while. Whichever you need, here are a few of my peaceful “quiet spots”:

  1. Hall of Presidents in Magic Kingdom. Admit it, you already thought of this. I know for many, this is the ultimate snooze location, whether you need one or not. 🙂  But all kidding aside, this is a great place to relax for 10-15 minutes: it’s dark, it’s relatively quiet, it’s cool when you need a break from the Florida sun and heat, and if you nod off for a few minutes, who will really notice?
  2. Tom Sawyer Island in Magic Kingdom. This is a great place, because so few people actually take the time to go here! Perhaps not the perfect place in the middle of the summer, when you may want to go inside somewhere, but for most of the year, the quiet shady spots here are just what you need to rest and unwind for a while.
  3. Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover in Magic Kingdom. This is also outside, so also may not be the perfect solution when it’s brutally hot, but this has the advantage of moving (meaning it has a breeze). The movement is also perfect for those who find that motion turns them into Rip Van Winkle in an instant. 🙂 Trust me: this one really works.
  4. The American Adventure in Epcot. Cool in the summer, warm in the winter? Check. Dry when it’s raining? Check. Dark inside? Check. Fifteen minutes or so? Check. Comfy seats? Oh yeah.  This has all the prerequisites. Just do yourself a favor: Go here sometimes when you’re NOT tired too, because this is an amazing show that shouldn’t *always* be slept through….
  5. The Impresssions de France movie in Epcot. See #1.
  6. The Writer’s Stop in Hollywood Studios. Comfy seats in a quiet secluded part of the park on the Streets of America, make this one of my current new favorites. The only problem is the coffee and snacks….caffeine and sugar won’t necessarily help you snooze. But you can relax with a good book, and that’s a nice break too.
  7. Many trails in Animal Kingdom like the Discovery Island and Pangani Forest Exploration Trail can provide a natural and quiet respite from the hustle and bustle of the parks. Find a shady bench and put your feet up for a bit, while you watch for wildlife….oh and the animals too. 🙂
  8. The monorail is not exactly *in* the parks, but is right outside, and you have the added movement which can put folks right to sleep. While this won’t be effective necessarily at the busiest times of the day, or during peak/holiday seasons, when the crowds are lighter and it’s the middle of the afternoon…you may be privileged to get a car pretty much to yourself. And if not, it’s still nice to get off your feet and enjoy the view.
  9. Boats are the favorite of many, for relaxing transportation, as well as potentially a place to catch 40 winks. Disney loves their boats: There are the Friendship boats that go around World Showcase, between Epcot, Hollywood Studios, and the resorts in that area, as well as the boats that travel between the Magic Kingdom and the surrounding resorts. Then there are the Ferry Boats that travel from Magic Kingdom to the Transportation and Ticket Center and back again. Fun yes…but relaxing too, and a very picturesque way to rest for a bit.
  10. Resort hotel lobbies may be one of my favorite places to unwind for a bit. Yes, to visit you need to leave the parks, but the deluxe resorts that are near Magic Kingdom and Epcot/Hollywood Studios are right next door, and well worth making a visit. They are each unique, beautiful, and offer many lovely and quiet benches, cushy sofas, and comfy rocking chairs. Consider dinner at one of these resorts, and head on over an hour early to relax first…it’s the perfect start to a great evening.

So now, where are your special little places for you…or your little ones……to relax for a bit?  Please let us know in the comments….if you don’t mind sharing your secret spots. 🙂

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What to Bring to the Disney Theme Parks

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What to Bring to the Disney Theme Parks
This is the age-old Disney question – how much and what to bring with you to the Disney parks. As you have read often at Chip and Co, the answer is… it depends. There are three main factors to consider – who you are traveling with, your budget, and how prepared you like to be for every eventuality.

The Necessities

In my book, it is only necessary to bring four things to the park for a successful day of touring. Must-haves are your “documents,” sunscreen, water or other beverages, and a touring plan.

Documents will vary for each guest but include your Key to the World, park pass, DVC membership card (for discounts), Tables in Wonderland card (for a dining discount), Photopass card, and ADR numbers. I learned the hard way that you should also bring your driver’s license if having an adult beverage is on your agenda. Although I am closer than forty than thirty, I was carded on my last trip and didn’t have appropriate identification so don’t assume you’re too old to be asked for ID! Note: Magic Kingdom is a dry park.

Convenience is at the top of my list when choosing a way to keep my documents secure. Because I use my park pass often to get a FASTPASS, I don’t want to fumble around trying to find it when there are attractions to ride and characters to meet! A lanyard with a cardholder is a great solution to keep everything together and handy. As Brenda points out, be sure the cardholder closes at the top.

No matter what time of the year you travel to Disney, sunscreen is not optional. The dilemma of how to reapply sunscreen often without carrying a bulky bottle of sunscreen to the parks emerges. Luckily, almost everything today is available in a smaller, travel version and sunscreen is no exception. Travel sizes of sunscreen or sunscreen wipes that come in a sealed pouch can be slipped into a pocket.

Water is a must during a day of touring the Walt Disney World theme parks. However, whether you bring it with you to the parks or not really depends on budget; you can purchase beverages in the park or use a snack credit from your Disney Dining Plan. Because most families prefer to use their snack credit on an actual snack and purchasing enough bottled water in the parks for a family can be very expensive, I’m adding water to a list of must-brings to the parks.

Having a touring plan isn’t just a convenience; it gives you more value for your vacation dollar. View your Disney World vacation in terms of Return on Investment (ROI). Spending less time waiting in line means your family will make more memories and experience more magic. That’s where a touring plan comes in. A good touring plan will maximize the attractions your family wants to experience based on crowd levels. Touring Plans and its app, Lines, are well-respected sources of Disney World touring plans and wait time information.

Your Travel Party

In most cases, an adult couple will need to bring far less to the parks than a family traveling with little ones or someone with special needs.

    Items for Little Ones 

  • Healthy, non-perishable snacks
  • Diapers / Wipes / Pull-Ups
  • Small Toys
  • Autograph Book and Pen
  • Toddler Utensils / Bibs / Sippy Cups / Bottles
  • Wet Wipes
  • Portable High Chair Cover

Budget

Almost anything you would need during a day of touring can be purchased in the parks – for a price and sometimes it is a steep one. My approach is to bring items that I’m most likely to use in the parks and that are fairly expensive to purchase at Walt Disney World.

    Items to Bring to Save Money 

  • Ponchos
  • Common over-the-counter medications and Band-Aids
  • Spare memory card for camera
  • Hats
  • Sweatshirt during cooler months

Be Prepared

If I have room in our theme park bag, I’ll add items that are not a necessity for my family but a convenience.

    Convenience Items 

  • Camera (with Disney’s PhotoPass service, a camera is not a necessity for my family but it is for some families)
  • Battery-powered fan or fan / spray bottle combo
  • Favorite guidebook

What do you bring with you to the theme parks?

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New Star Wars Gifts Coming Soon From Hallmark

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Chip
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New Star Wars Gifts Coming Soon From Hallmark

Coming this April to a Hallmark Gold Crown near you is a line of exclusive Star Wars gifts featuring quotes from the entire saga. “Hallmark has been making Star Wars greeting cards, Keepsake Ornaments and party goods for years now, so creating a line of gifts featuring the wit and wisdom from the Star Wars universe was the logical next step,” says Hallmark’s Aaron Heim. “The addition of the gift line presents a new way to connect and celebrate with the fan in your life.”

The line includes glassware, coffee mugs, travel mugs with sound, picture frames, sound buttons, desktop sentiments and even a bottle opener shaped like Vader’s helmet. The gift items prominently feature quotes from the Star Wars films that convey messages of encouragement, affirmation, support and shared humor that we all know and love.

Items range in price from $5.95 to $16.95 and are available in limited quantities while supplies last starting in April.

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New Star Wars Gifts Coming Soon From Hallmark

Disney’s Playdom Launches Deep Realms RPG for Facebook

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Chip
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Disney's Playdom Launches Deep Realms RPG for Facebook

Playdom today announced the launch of Deep Realms, the first game to bring the classic RPG experience to social gaming.

In Deep Realms players explore a rich fantasy world, making strategic choices that result in different but equally viable experiences. Players explore lush, detailed scenes and engage in turn-based combat against increasingly dangerous foes. By integrating social elements, such as avenging friends in player-vs-player combat and real-time cooperative boss battles, Playdom evolves the social RPG to the next level.

“We wanted to make a social game for core players, a game that we, as developers, would want to play,” said Playdom’s Executive Producer for Deep Realms, Alex Ou. “Deep Realms introduces the depth of console RPGs to social gamers with elements of interaction that go beyond those in the current generation of social games.”

Deep Realms can be accessed at http://apps.facebook.com/deeprealms.

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2011 AAA Spring Sweepstakes – Win a trip to Walt Disney World

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2011 AAA Spring Sweepstakes - Win a trip to Walt Disney World

Enter AAA’s Spring Sweepstakes for your chance to win one of two Disney World resort vacations or one of five $100 bank gift cards.

To learn to more and to enter click on the picture above. Hurry Sweepstakes Ends April 15th 2011

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Disney Dream – Patience for the Porthole

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Disney Dream – Patience for the Porthole

When I booked my room aboard the Disney Dream, my goal was to get a room aboard the ship at the lowest cost.  I prefer to take more vacations per year, rather than staying in luxurious accommodations only one time per year.  So, when I received confirmation of my inside stateroom, I mentioned to my friend my accommodation type.  She exclaimed, “You will have a virtual porthole!”  She explained that for those few rooms aboard the Disney Dream without a window, a virtual porthole would be included.  Here the guests would see a view of the outside of the ship.  The added bonus was that Disney characters would also visit the porthole!

When we got to our room aboard the Disney Dream, we were quick to turn on the porthole by flipping on a switch beside the bed (you have the ability to turn it on or off throughout the day).  We found that we had a camera shot of Port Canaveral right there in our room.  As we unpacked, we would glance over to the porthole.  I mentioned to my family to be sure to look for Disney characters in the porthole.  After unpacking, we still had not seen any characters.  When it was nearly time for dinner, I went to the restroom to begin getting ready.  Right after getting in the shower, I heard my son exclaim, “I see UP! Daddy!”  So, I had missed the first sighting.  Wouldn’t you know it!

Not being discouraged, I began the final steps to being ready for dinner in the main stateroom while also trying my best to focus on the porthole.  Instead I spent my time helping tie shoes or look for the right socks for my son’s outfit.  I missed another 2 sighting, only seeing small bits of pixie dust fade from the porthole screen.

I only saw 2 different characters in the virtual porthole over the course of our 4 night’s stay aboard the Disney Dream!  Perhaps I just do not have enough patiences to watch the porthole.  Or perhaps I am a glancer, only giving the virtual porthole a few seconds of my time.  Who knows!  I will say that my son loved having the porthole there.  I loved being able to take a quick glance at it to see if we had arrived at port yet or had left for the open seas again.  Disney’s innovative ways always amaze me, even if I only get a few small glances!

When Natalie is not trying to find the characters in her virtual porthole aboard the Disney Dream, you can be found her at Meet the Magic for great tips on saving money for traveling to Disney!

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Time is running out – Downtown Disney Area Hotels to Honor Teachers in 3rd Annual Contest

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Time is running out - Downtown Disney Area Hotels to Honor Teachers in 3rd Annual Contest

Based on the positive response to their 2009 and 2010 initiatives to recognize and reward deserving teachers, the Downtown Disney Resort Area Hotels have partnered once again with AirTran Airways and Walt Disney World® to hold the 2011 A+ For Teachers at Downtown Disney contest.

The third annual contest, which kicked off on January 17, 2011 and runs until April 15, 2011, asks students in grades 1 through 12 to nominate their favorite teacher by writing a brief essay and submitting it via www.downtowndisneyhotels.com. The essay should explain how the teacher has made a difference in the student’s life and will be judged on its relevance to theme, creativity, originality, and the merit of the teacher’s accomplishments as outlined in the essay.

Ten national winners will be chosen, and those students and their favorite teacher nominees each will win a vacation prize package that consists of:

  • Four-day / three-night accommodations (for up to four family members) at one of the Downtown Disney® Resort Area Hotels
  • Free airfare to Orlando (for up to four family members) on AirTran Airways (only for non-Florida residents)
  • Four free Walt Disney World® one-day, one-park passes
  • Four free tickets to the DisneyQuest® Indoor Interactive theme park
  • Complimentary breakfast at the hotel each day (for up to four family members)

“Downtown Disney® Resort Area Hotels want to celebrate those teachers who truly make a difference in the lives of their students in spite of the many challenges their schools are facing,” said Laurence Richardson, chairperson of the organization’s marketing committee. “Each year we’re amazed at the stories students submit about their teachers; so it’s difficult to select just 10 winners. There truly are many gifted teachers who deserve the recognition this national contest provides.”

This year’s A+ For Teachers at Downtown Disney contest winners will be notified directly by May 15, 2011 and also announced on the hotels’ website and Facebook page at http://tinyurl.com/4l7ms95.

To make a reservation or for more information on the 2011 A+ For Teachers at Downtown Disney contest, visit www.downtowndisneyhotels.com.

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Disney Proudly Unveils A Full Three Minute Sneak Peek Of Its All-New Movie Starring Ashley Tisdale In

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Disney Proudly Unveils A Full Three Minute Sneak Peek Of Its All-New Movie Starring Ashley Tisdale In

On April 19, 2011, Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment will be proudly unveiling Sharpay’s Fabulous Adventure, an all-new movie on Blu-ray™ and DVD staring Ashley Tisdale reprising her role as Disney Channel’s global sensation “High School Musical” drama queen character Sharpay Evans. A full three minute sneak peek of the movie is now widely available for fans of all ages to get a glimpse of this hilarious fish-out-water tale about a small town Diva and her dog’s adventures in New York City at http://www.youtube.com/disneymovies.

Additionally, a brand new Sharpay’s Fabulous Adventure facebook page (www.facebook.com/DisneySharpay) and Twitter handle (@DisneySharpay) have also launched so that fans can join and stay on-top of all the latest news, sneak peeks and messages from key cast members.

Sharpay’s Fabulous Adventure releases nationwide as a 3-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack Superset (Blu-ray + DVD+ Digital Copy) which includes a limited edition pink clutch purse, a 2-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack (Blu-ray + DVD), and a 1-Disc DVD. Hilarious bonus features include bloopers of Ashley Tisdale and cast, special footage shot on-set by actor Austin Butler, and, exclusive to the Blu-ray disc, ”The Evolution of the Sharpay,” a fun look back at the famous High School Musical character, Sharpay Evans.

From the original producers of High School Musical and the director of The Tooth Fairy, Sharpay’s Fabulous Adventure is a witty comedy about pursuing your life-long dreams and believing in yourself. The films catchy tunes, Sharpay’s lavishly glittery “pink” outfits, and the adorable featured male co-stars – Austin Butler (“Life Unexpected,” “Ruby and the Rockits” and “Zoey 101”) and Bradley Steven Perry (“Good Luck Charlie”) – will be sure to keep viewers fully entertained and laughing throughout.

Bonus Features:

  • BLOOPERS (on Blu-ray & DVD) – Ashley Tisdale and the cast cut up on set.
  • AUSTIN CAM (on Blu-ray & DVD) – Actor Austin Butler, who plays student filmmaker Petyon, not only shoots scenes needed for the movie, but takes his camera behind the scenes to see how Ashley Tisdale has fun between takes.
  • THE EVOLUTION OF SHARPAY (on Blu-ray only) – Ashley Tisdale traces the development of her bigger-than-life character from the High School Musical movies through her current movie.
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Disney Channel’s “Shake It Up” is #1 for kids 6-14!

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Disney Channel's "Shake It Up" is #1 for kids 6-14!

During the week of March 14, Disney Channel ranked as TV’s No. 1 network in Total Day for the 16th consecutive week among Tweens 9-14 (470,000/1.9 rating), delivering the week’s No. 1 TV telecast with Sunday’s all-new “Shake It Up,” and 4 of the Top 5 overall.

In Prime, Disney Channel netted its 307th consecutive weekly win among Kids 6-11 (1.03 million/4.2 rating), and was No. 1 for the 304th time in the previous 307 weeks among Tweens 9-14 (835,000/3.4 rating). In Total Viewers, Disney Channel placed a solid No. 2 (2.43 million), surpassing No. 3 Fox News by 15% (2.11 million), and the next entertainment cable network, TNT, by 16% (2.09 million).

Sunday’s all new “Shake It Up” ranked as the week’s No. 1 TV telecast among Kids 6-11 (1.62 million/6.5 rating) and Tweens 9-14 (1.71 million/7.0 rating), surpassing an all new “iCarly” on Nickelodeon by 3% and 12%, respectively, in the target demos.

• Impressively, through its first 14 original telecasts, “Shake It Up” is pacing as the No. 1 cable series of all time in Tweens 9-14 (1.86 million/7.6 rating), out-performing the first 14 episodes of Nickelodeon’s key series by double-digit percentages:

• Disney Channel held 2 of the week’s Top 3 TV telecasts among Kids 6-11:

• Disney Channel delivered TV’s No. 1 telecast in Tweens 9-14, and 4 of the Top 5:

Source: Nielsen Media Research (Live + Same Day, 3/14/11-3/20/11, U.S. ratings). “Shake It Up’s” rank is based on original telecasts from 11/1/10-3/20/11 versus the first 14 original telecasts of Nickelodeon’s original series.

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Tours Departing Daily – Delivering some of the best Disney Photos EVER!

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Tours Departing Daily - Delivering some of the best Disney Photos EVER!

There are alot of great Disney Sites out there, catering to just about every Disney niche imaginable. Normally if I find a great site I will share it on Facebook or write up a quick Twitter link. For me to sit down and write up and article should show you how I especially love Tours Departing Daily.

Michaela Hansen, Matthew Hansen, Kevin Crone are three very close friends who enjoy hanging out at Disneyland and taking photos.

They take the most incredible photographs using a technology called HDR.

HDR stands for High Dynamic Range.  Our eyes are capable of seeing a huge range of light and color, moving from bright sunlight to deep shade.  A single picture is incapable of portraying such a range.  HDR photography combines multiple shots so that the final product more closely resembles what we see in person and our experience of being there.

If you want to see some of the most brilliant photos of Disneyland you have ever seen in your life please visit their website. You will find that you are speechless as some of the shots they post.

Rarely do I use the word breathtaking but their pictures truly are breathtaking.

Check them out today.

>>Chip

P.S – Guys of you are reading this when are you going to Walt Disney World????

 

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