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Timestream Software Releases New Walt Disney World 3.0 Iphone App Update

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Timestream Software Releases New Walt Disney World 3.0 Iphone App Update

TimeStream Software announces the release of Version 3.0 of its popular “Walt Disney World Guide” Notescast app for the iPhone and iPod touch.  Featuring over 300 pages of in-depth information and now with more than 750 original high-quality photos exclusive to the app, the new Version 3.0 is a powerful trip-planning and in-park resource showcasing every park Attraction, Parades, Restaurants, Annual events, What’s New, What’s Coming, Hotels, Ticket Information, Author’s Tips and more.  Over 20 main categories and countless sub-categories make this one of the most in-depth resources available for a mobile device.

“The amount of detailed information in this app is amazing, from attractions and parades to restaurants and hotel rooms, we’ve gone the extra distance to provide users with the in-depth information they want.” said Mike Westby of TimeStream Software.  “But what really sets the app apart is all the original high-quality photography.  It’s a combination of fun, dramatic and stunning, and there’s a lot of it!”

Filled with more than 750 high-quality photos, nearly all of which are exclusive to the app and not available on the Internet or anywhere else, the new “Walt Disney World Guide” Notescast Version 3.0 contains over 300 pages of in-depth information covering nearly every aspect of the entire resort and all four theme parks, including the Magic Kingdom®, Epcot®, Disney’s Animal Kingdom®, Disney’s Hollywood Studios™ and more.

Available from the iTunes App Store, the new Walt Disney World Notescast contains a wealth of valuable information, including:

*  Over 120 Walt Disney World Attractions & Events

*  Over 750 Original Photos Exclusive to the App

*  Latest Information for 2011

*  Walt Disney World – Annual Events

*  Walt Disney World – Dining

*  Walt Disney World – Explore the Theme Parks

*  Walt Disney World – What’s New

*  Walt Disney World – What’s Coming

*  Walt Disney World – Parades

*  Walt Disney World – Resorts

*  Walt Disney World – Tickets

*  Walt Disney World – Phone Numbers

*  Walt Disney World – Resort Phone Numbers

*  Walt Disney World – Tips

*  Walt Disney World – Photo Tips

*  Walt Disney World – Toddler Tips

*  Walt Disney World – Tours

*  All About Disney’s Magical Express

*  How to Plan Your Vacation

*  Fun Hidden Mickey Tours

*  The History of Walt Disney World

*  Tips to Find Disney Characters

*  “Author’s Tips” Throughout the App

*  Guests with Disabilities Information

*  Vacation Planning Tips

*  Bookmarks

*  No Internet or Wi-Fi Required – Works everywhere in Walt Disney World and at home

AVAILABILITY

The “Walt Disney World Guide” Notescast 3.0 for the iPhone and iPod touch is available now at the iTunes App Store.

The “Walt Disney World Guide” Notescast is also available for Android powered smart phones at the Android Market.

REQUIREMENTS

Compatible with iPhone, iPod touch and iPad

Requires iPhone OS 2.1 or later

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Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve 2011

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Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve 2011

FERGIE RETURNS AS HOST OF LOS ANGELES PARTY SEGMENTS DURING DICK CLARK’S NEW YEAR’S ROCKIN’ EVE WITH RYAN SEACREST 2011

Natastha Bedingfield, Jason Derulo, Drake, Far East Movement, Jennifer Hudson, La Roux, Avril Lavigne, Mike Posner, Ne-Yo, Willow Smith and Train Confirmed to Perform During the 39th Annual Broadcast on December 31.

For the 39th consecutive year, Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2011 will lead America into the New Year. Dick Clark and Ryan Seacrest will host the special with recently announced Times Square Correspondent Jenny McCarthy. The show will begin at 10:00 p.m., ET on Friday, December 31 on the ABC Television Network. Coca-Cola will present a special performance on ABC at 11:45pm to help ring in your New Year! Singer/songwriter Fergie of The Black Eyed Peas returns to host the Los Angeles-based party portions of the specials. The Los Angeles lineup includes performances by Jennifer Hudson, Willow Smith, Ne-Yo, Avril Lavigne, Drake, Jason Derulo, La Roux, Mike Posner, Natasha Bedingfield, Far East Movement and Train.

The bi-coastal celebration will include three and one-half hours of special performances and reports on New Year’s celebrations from around the globe, as well as the American tradition of Dick Clark counting down to midnight from Times Square in New York City.

The festivities will kick off with Dick Clark’s Primetime New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2011 from 10:00-11:00 p.m., ET, featuring the only live performances from New York’s Times Square, as well as multiple performances from the Los Angeles celebration.

During Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2011, Part 1 (11:30 p.m. – 1:08 a.m., ET), in addition to reporting on the final minutes of 2010 and the traditional Times Square countdown to midnight, the show will feature music performances from both Los Angeles and Times Square in New York.

Wrapping the night’s activities will be Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2011, Part 2 (1:08-2:11 a.m., ET), when musical acts will continue the party into the early hours of the New Year with additional performances from Los Angeles.

The specials are presentations of dick clark productions, inc., with Dick Clark, Ryan Seacrest and Orly Adelson serving as executive producers. Larry Klein produces. Klein stated, “Fergie is back to host a terrific lineup of performances in Los Angeles that celebrate the most outstanding songs of the year.” Adelson added, “Fergie returns for her fifth year as the host of the west coast party. She has truly become a part of the New Year’s tradition.”

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Disney workers may face choice: Accept contract or strike

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Disney workers may face choice: Accept contract or strike

When Caitlin Owens, a 23-year-old attractions worker in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, studies the contract Walt Disney World has offered to its largest labor group, she sees herself losing ground. Owens, who must pay for pricey family medical insurance to cover her husband and daughter, says she would ultimately earn less money, as rising insurance premiums more than wipe out modest annual raises.

“With the resources that Disney has, the almost endless funding that Disney has, they can do better. They’re just choosing not to,” Owens said.

But when Andy Gonzalez, a 41-year-old chef’s assistant in Hollywood Studios, looks at the same proposal, he sees peace of mind. At a time when regional unemployment is almost 12 percent, Gonzalez said Disney is offering 3 1/2 years of job security — plus three raises and a bonus.

“Look at what happened to SeaWorld,” Gonzalez said, referring to the 125 layoffs that the Orlando marine park made earlier this month. “With this economy that we’re going through right now, we’re very happy to keep our jobs.”

Click here to keep reading this article from Jason Garcia at the Orlando Sentinel.

Disney workers may face choice: Accept contract or strike

Best Things I Love About Disney – Mickey’s PhilharMagic

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Best Things I Love About Disney – Mickey’s PhilharMagic

When I first saw Mickey’s PhilharMagic, in 2003, I was less than impressed. As I look back, the reason became a little more apparent. It was the last day of our visit, we were both tired, and I had been lugging my 330+ pound body around in hot and humid weather for 8 days. Let’s face it we were tired and just a bit cranky so a new experience, like this attraction was to us, would really have to work hard to make a positive impression. Besides that, we were leaving the next day for home and we all know how that can ruin your day, don’t we!!

Since that time we have seen the attraction at least once or twice on each visit and we always enjoy it immensely. We go early in the visit, we don’t travel in September anymore, and I only have to lug 185 pounds around Walt Disney World these days. It’s not only extremely entertaining but it’s also a great place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the Magic Kingdom while enjoying a superior attraction (good for Oldies like us).

The theater is very comfortable, the screen is huge (150 feet wide), it’s in 3-D, the story line is very clever, and the animation is absolutely up to the best of Disney standards. I won’t spoil the story line for those of you who haven’t visited the attraction but I will let you know that, as usual, Donald ends up in trouble. I doubt that many of you are shocked by that. You will also get to see scenes from many of the Disney classic films including all of your favorite characters. Everything about the presentation is great for kids, nothing scary or violent at all.

I always recommend that if you don’t enjoy a particular attraction, as long as it doesn’t cause you physical issues like motion sickness or something else, that you give it another chance. I did it with this one and Mission Space and was glad I did. I believe I may even give Expedition Everest another shot this October just to make sure it wasn’t my fault that I didn’t enjoy it. As always, enjoy your visit to Walt Disney World!!

Ken

Best Things I Love About Disney – Mickey’s PhilharMagic

Torch-Lighting Ceremony at Disney’s Polynesian Resort

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Torch-Lighting Ceremony at Disney’s Polynesian Resort

If there is one thing I have really learned to appreciate during our annual visits to Walt Disney World, it is the plethora of opportunities for free family entertainment.  We were able to enjoy another of these great opportunities during our recent trip and I just had to share it with you.

Dinner at ‘Ohana, at Disney’s Polynesian Resort, has traditionally been my family’s sending song. We always have a wonderful family dinner at ‘Ohana  on the Friday night after Thanksgiving and enjoy some of THE best food to be had at Disney.  Hint: if you are planning to make a dining reservation for ‘Ohana, do it EARLY as it is one of the first table service restaurants to book up.

This year I decided to book our ADR for an earlier time than usual. I wanted to give us time to view the torch-lighting ceremony before our meal, so I reserved our ADR for 6:30pm.  We arrived about 5:45 and soon after we got there, the beautiful Lipoa, an entertainer at Ohana, gathered us together and took us down to the lobby to await the start of the ceremony.

Torch-Lighting Ceremony at Disney’s Polynesian Resort

She gave each of us a lei and talked with us about why we were visiting, how we were enjoying our time at Disney and commented on how handsome and strong my sons are. If you’re reading, Lipoa, thank you again. She was very welcoming to us and to all of the other “cousins” waiting for the show (although I just kept thinking how cute her dress was and wondering where she got it).

Torch-Lighting Ceremony at Disney’s Polynesian Resort

Right at 6:00pm, Chief Machuttie positioned himself just inside the Great Ceremonial House. He blew into his conch shell to create a trumpet-like sound in order to announce the commencement of the torch-lighting ceremony and then asked everyone to follow him outside.

Two other cast members cordoned off an area near the entrance and Lipoa took her place behind two large drums. She began a Polynesian chant while rhythmically beating the drums and a moment later, Chief Machuttie returned with a large baton with fire blazing at both ends.

Torch-Lighting Ceremony at Disney’s Polynesian Resort

He performed traditional fire-knife ceremonial dancing and then began lighting several torches. He continued with more twirling and fire-eating. It was quite impressive, although hard for me to capture with appropriate lighting on my camera.

Torch-Lighting Ceremony at Disney’s Polynesian Resort

One can’t help but notice how gorgeous the landscape is at the entrance to the Polynesian. Waterfalls and beautiful foliage are just the right view for this show, which welcomes the evening. The event lasts maybe five to seven minutes and is a really nice way to start off your last night, or any night for that matter.

If you happen to be in the area of the Polynesian around 6:00 weeknights, check out this show. You will be glad you did. This is one of the extra themed events that Disney offers that just make everything a little more special. For me, anything my family can enjoy all together is very special to me!

Muppets with Peoples Eyes

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Chip
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Muppets with Peoples Eyes

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to see your favorite Muppets Characters without their fake eyes. Sure we all do..Here is a whole website devoted to that.

I am going to have to list this site as great idea on paper. Spooky when you actually see the pictures.

For more click here.

What do you think? Let us know in the comment section below.

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The 2011 Rose Bowl Teams Visit Disneyland

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The 2011 Rose Bowl Teams Visit Disneyland

It’s a longstanding tradition at the Disneyland Resort to host the Rose Bowl teams before the big game. The Disneyland Resort has been associated with the Tournament of Roses since 1959 and has had the honor of playing host to many teams during that time.

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New special for Disney Visa cardholders!

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New special for Disney Visa cardholders!

Take advantage of this advance booking offer today to purchase a 4-night/4-day Magic Your Way Vacation Package that includes room and Theme Park tickets, and children age 3-9 can stay and get a 4-day Theme Park admission ticket, FREE. So hurry and book today! Your offer is available for stays most nights February 17–April 16, April 28–June 14, and August 14–October 1, 2011.

Email my friend Linds for a quote and make sure you mention the Disney Visa offer!  Book by Feb 13, 2011.

If you don’t have a card, but you are interested- read a past review she wrote HERE and use her Cardmember ID as your referral:  17355250 (top of the application)

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Complete Walt Disney World New Year’s Eve Schedule

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Complete Walt Disney World New Year’s Eve Schedule

Guests spending New Year’s Eve at Walt Disney World Resort can choose from fireworks extravaganzas, evening dance parties, delicious dining experiences and more as nighttime activities. Here’s a look at what’s in store at the Vacation Kingdom on New Year’s Eve (show times and entertainment are subject to change without notice) …

At the Parks…

Magic Kingdom:

  • “Move It! Shake It! Celebrate It!” Street Party at 11 a.m., 2 p.m. & 5:15 p.m.
  • “Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade” at 12 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.
  • “Main Street Electrical Parade” at 7 p.m. & 10:30 p.m.
  • “Holiday Wishes” fireworks at 8:30 p.m.
  • “Fantasy in the Sky” fireworks at 11:50 p.m.
  • Park Hours: 8 a.m.-2 a.m.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios:

  • “Block Party Bash” parade at 3 p.m.
  • “Fantasmic!” nighttime extravaganza at 6:30 p.m., 8 p.m. & 10 p.m.
  • Live performances by in-park band “Mulch, Sweat and Shears” at Mickey’s Sorcerer’s Hat at 8 p.m., 9 p.m., 10 p.m. and 11 p.m.
  • “Lights, Camera, Happy New Year” fireworks starring “Mulch, Sweat and Shears” at 11:55 p.m.
  • Park hours: 8 a.m.-12 a.m.

Epcot:

  • Special version of “IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth” at 7:30 p.m. & 11:40 p.m.
  • Park hours: 8 a.m.-1 a.m.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom:

  • “Mickey’s Jingle Jungle Parade” at 3:45 p.m.
  • Park Hours: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.

Bay Lake and Seven Seas Lagoon:

  • “Electrical Water Pageant” at 10:25 p.m.

At Downtown Disney and Disney’s BoardWalk …

Cirque du Soleil at Downtown Disney:

  • 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. performances of La Nouba
  • Special New Year’s Eve champagne toasts
  • Guests will receive a limited-edition La Nouba pin created for the New Year’s Eve event
  • More info: 407/939-7328 or cirquedusoleil.com/lanouba

DisneyQuest at Downtown Disney: Ring in the New Year at DisneyQuest with favorite cyber attractions and games, a DJ Dance Party with a New Year’s Eve countdown, party favors and a coupon for a personal pizza and soda at FoodQuest

  • Party Hours: 8 p.m.-1 a.m.
  • $39 per person, advance/$45 per person, day of
  • More info: 407/934-7639 or disneyworld.com/disneyquestparty. Tickets may be purchased online or at the DisneyQuest Box Office.

Atlantic Dance Hall at Disney’s BoardWalk: Dance into the New Year at Atlantic Dance Hall at Disney’s BoardWalk

  • Party Hours: 8 p.m.-2 a.m., ages 21+
  • $35 for access to the main floor of the Dance Hall, party favors and a champagne toast at midnight
  • $75 for a VIP ticket that adds a private upstairs area with seating; limited viewing for Epcot fireworks with guaranteed seating and coffee, tea or hot chocolate with dessert bar and a premium bar
  • More info: 407/WDW-DINE

Special Dining Experiences…

La Hacienda de San Angel at Epcot: La Hacienda de San Angel is offering a special six-course prix-fixe menu and live music starting at 9 p.m. for $199 per person, or $225 with wine and spirits (plus tax and gratuity), $49.95 ages 3 to 9 (Epcot admission required)

Bistro de Paris at Epcot: Bistro de Paris is offering a special prix-fixe New Year’s Eve menu for $150 per
person, $225 with wine pairings with each course (Epcot admission required)

California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort: California Grill will host a New Year’s Eve party featuring food stations, an open bar, a casino-style game room, DJ, dancing, Disney characters, live entertainment and a great viewing location for the Magic Kingdom fireworks

  • $525 per person, all inclusive
  • More info: 407/WDW-DINE
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Disney’s Mean Girls 2 Movie Poster and More

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Disney's Mean Girls 2 Movie Poster and More

ABC Family will present the worldwide premiere of Paramount Famous Productions‘ “Mean Girls 2,” it was announced today by Tom Zappala, Executive Vice President, Program Acquisitions & Scheduling, ABC Cable Networks Group. “Mean Girls 2,” the long-awaited follow-up to the 2004 hit film “Mean Girls,” will premiere on ABC Family on Sunday, January 23 at 8:00PM ET/PT. The film, which wrapped production in Atlanta in August, is directed by Melanie Mayron, and written by Cliff Ruby & Elana Lesser and Allison Schroeder.”We’re thrilled to bring the highly-anticipated sequel to the hit film ‘Mean Girls’ to the network,” said Tom Zappala, Executive Vice President, ABC Cable Networks Group. “‘Mean Girls 2’ is a perfect fit for ABC Family’s Millennial audience, who are avid fans of the original film.”

“Mean Girls 2” stars Meaghan Martin (“10 Things I Hate About You,” “Camp Rock 1 & 2”), Maiara Walsh (“Desperate Housewives”), Jennifer Stone (“Wizards of Waverly Place”), Nicole Gale Anderson (“Make It or Break It””), Claire Holt (“H20: Just Add Water”) and Diego Boneta (“Pretty Little Liars”) in a classic high school story about good versus plastic. When new girl Jo (Martin) arrives at North Shore High School, her main goal is to skate under the radar to survive her senior year and definitely not get involved in any of the typical high school trappings. But her plan goes awry quickly when she meets Abby (Stone), a girl stuck at the low end of the high school food chain and favorite target of “The Plastics” (Walsh, Holt and Anderson). After defending Abby against the queen bee of the school and lead Plastic, Mandi (Walsh), Jo is dragged into the very same girl drama she was hoping to avoid. Tim Meadows returns as the school’s principal, Mr. Duvall.

“Mean Girls 2” will be available on DVD on February 1, 2011, from Paramount Home Entertainment.

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Ashley Greene of Twilight and Joe Jonas visit the Magic Kingdom

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Ashley Greene of Twilight and Joe Jonas visit the Magic Kingdom

“Twilight” star Ashley Greene (left) poses Dec. 29, 2010 with actor/singer Joe Jonas of the pop-rock trio “Jonas Brothers,” in front of Space Mountain at the Magic Kingdom in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The Magic Kingdom is one of four theme parks at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida.

Kent Phillips, photographer

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Tron Legacy Freebies from Disney Family

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Tron Legacy Freebies from Disney Family

Step into the mainframe and prepare to be digitized. From Clu’s Light Cycle to a game of Light Disc Toss, there’s something for every program on the grid.

Click here to check out some of these FREE Tron Legacy crafts. There is literally hours of fun for you and your kids while they are home for the Holiday Break.

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