Mr. Stork (played, as in Dumbo, by Sterling Holloway) delivers a lion to a family of sheep. While his mother takes a liking to him, he gets teased by his “brother” lambs. But when Lambert grows up, his kin change their opinion on him.
Disney ups Mickey’s Halloween Party Prices
Sarah Tully at the Orange County Register shares with us some interesting news on the prices for Mickey’s Halloween Party in Disneyland.
The Disneyland Resort has more than doubled prices for its special Halloween trick-0r-treat parties since they started five years ago.
This year, the cost starts at $49 each for advanced tickets on most nights, but tickets can go up to $59 for Oct. 29 and 31 at Disneyland. In 2005, the prices began at $18 when the parties debuted at Disney California Adventure.
Last year, visitors paid as little as $32 for most nights.
Tickets to the general public go on sale Friday (today) for Mickey’s Halloween Party on the Disneyland.com website.
For the parties, all visitors must buy separate tickets to enter the park at night for trick-or-treat parties, which include candy stations, music and character visits. The events often sell out.
Click here to read more along with some new events coming your way!
Donald Duck – New Meet and Greet Video at Epcot, Mexico Pavilion
Thanks to Jeff Lange for the Video footage of Donald Duck’s New Meet & Greet.
Donald Duck greets guests in his new meet and greet area at Walt Disney World. You can see photos here.
Yesterland’s Visit to Disneyland in 1960
Feeding my Classic Disney Need, In honor of Disneyland’s 55th anniversary, Yesterland takes you back to another anniversary year evenly divisible by 5. The year is 1960. The park is 5 years old.
Here is a funny excerpt:
When you think about the future, you probably ask yourself, what will the bathrooms be like? It’s your lucky day! The Crane Company invites you to visit the Bathroom of Tomorrow, also known as the Bathroom of the Future. This is one of those Tomorrowland attractions like Monsanto’s Hall of Chemistry that doesn’t require an attraction coupon.
If you need an actual bathroom, you’ll have to take care of that somewhere else. This is only an exhibit.
Check out the article here!
Monster Truck Mater Premieres Friday July 30
A new Disney•Pixar “Cars Toons” short will premiere FRIDAY, JULY 30 (9:30 p.m., ET/PT) on Disney Channel. The animated short, directed by Academy Award®-winner John Lasseter with Rob Gibbs co-directing and composed by Mark Mothersbaugh (“Devo”), will also be presented on Disney XD on Friday, August 20 at 7:05 p.m., ET/PT.
In the episode entitled “Monster Truck Mater,” Mater is a professional wrestler who works his way up the ranks from amateur to World Champion Monster Truck Wrestler, wrestling all kinds of characters along the way. When faced with his biggest opponent yet, Mater brings in his “tag team partner,” Frightening McMean.
The popular “Cars Toons” shorts debuted in October 2008 and, during the current quarter, have already reached 47.7 million unique Total Viewers, including 19.0 million among target age group Kids 2-11.
Disney Food Confession – Flan de Vainilla
Where is it? San Angel Inn – Epcot World Showcase, Walt Disneyworld.
What is it? Vanilla custard in syrup, topped with roasted almonds.
Why you want it? I guess I am just a sucker for Flan. Its light and reminds me of jello. The Almonds on top are a nice treat.
Photo Credit: by Chip
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What makes Disney’s Aloha Isle so Popular?
Upon walking into Adventureland you see the familiar Disney sign above. Aloha Isle Refreshments by Dole. For as long as I remember going to Walt Disney World I loved stopping off here to have a refreshing Dole Whip or Dole Whip Float.
Most people consider this as one of the top eats for their Disney Vacation. No matter how many lists you see from Disney Fans in the boards, or on sites like Disney Food Blog the Dole Whip is always on top for snacks.
What makes this tiny little Ice Cream Counter so popular?
Is it because other than Disney Parks or attempting to make it at home this is the only place you can sample their delicious, delectable, and delightful goodies?
It can’t be, because AJ at Disney Food Blog shared with us Hidden Places in the US that you can sample this treat.
Or maybe its the amount of ice cream choices that is available?
Any Baskin Robbins would dispel that myth.
How bout the location?
While it is close to the center of the park and is a perfect spot to grab a snack for a parade or fireworks, I can think of other places on Main Street USA with better locations.
I am unsure why this little spot in Walt Disney is so popular among the natives. I will tell you one thing I am certain of people love Aloha Isle! No Disneyworld trip would be complete without at least a few snack credits being used at this wonderful Disneyworld shop.
Let us know what you think makes Aloha Isle so popular in the comment section below.
Disney’s Sorcerer’s Apprentice Video Game Magically Appears on Shelves
Disney Interactive Studios today announced the release of The Sorcerer’s Apprentice video game, inspired by the upcoming feature film “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice” from Walt Disney Pictures and Jerry Bruckheimer Films, in theaters July 14, 2010. The Sorcerer’s Apprentice video game is now available in North American retail outlets exclusively for Nintendo DS™.
The Sorcerer’s Apprentice is an action-packed arcade video game that casts players in the role of Dave, the powerful sorcerer’s apprentice. In a world filled with fantastical quests and magical combat, Dave joins a mystical fight against the ultimate evil.
Players will encounter evil sorcerers who have escaped from their centuries-old prison, the Grimhold, and have taken over New York City. Legendary master sorcerer Balthazar is trapped in the magical realm, so it is up to players to save New York. Guided by Balthazar, players travel throughout New York and the magical realm using special portals in order to defeat the enemy. They must master the elements of sorcery using magical attacks and spells to defeat the six evil sorcerers and their army of minions in order to free Manhattan.
“The Sorcerer’s Apprentice video game allows fans to interact with the magical elements of the film,” said Craig Relyea, senior vice president of global marketing, Disney Interactive Studios. “The game provides a fun, challenging experience in which players can take on the role as the sorcerer’s apprentice and use their own hands to cast magical spells and attacks to defeat their enemies.”
The Sorcerer’s Apprentice video game will include competitive play with a pass the DS challenge mode for up to four players. The game will also include 30 achievements to unlock, as well as DGamer, Disney Interactive Studios’ innovative technology that provides a fun, connected game community for Disney video game fans.
The Sorcerer’s Apprentice is rated E for Everyone by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) and has a suggested retail price of $29.99.
Check it out here on Amazon.
Joe Jonas Set to Appear in TV Land’s Hit Series, ‘Hot in Cleveland’
Joe Jonas, one third of the chart topping, Grammy® nominated music artists, the Jonas Brothers, and co-star of Disney Channel’s Original series, “Jonas L.A.” and the upcoming Disney Channel Original Movie, “Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam,” is set to appear as Valerie Bertinelli’s son, Will, in an upcoming episode of the successful TV Land series, “Hot in Cleveland.” In the episode, Will Moretti (Jonas) comes to Cleveland to visit his recently transplanted mother, Melanie (Bertinelli). Jonas will appear in the August 11 episode that will be taped in front of a live studio audience on July 17.
“Hot in Cleveland” which airs at 10 p.m. ET/PT on Wednesdays stars sitcom favorites Valerie Bertinelli, Jane Leeves, Wendie Malick and 16-time Emmy®-nominee Betty White. The show, which has garnered great critical acclaim and record-breaking ratings, was picked up on July 7 for a second season of 20 episodes. The second season will begin production in October 2010 and is expected to premiere in January 2011 on TV Land.
“Hot in Cleveland” revolves around three fabulous best friends from LA – novelist Melanie Moretti (Valerie Bertinelli), eye-brow archer to the stars Joy Scroggs (Jane Leeves) and former soap star Victoria Chase (Wendie Malick) – who find their lives changed forever when their plane, headed for Paris, makes an unexpected landing. When the friends discover that they are hot in Cleveland, they decide to stay. Starting over, they rent a house that happens to come with a very feisty caretaker (Betty White).
Filmed in front of a live studio audience, “Hot in Cleveland” is executive produced by Emmy® Award-winner Sean Hayes and Todd Milliner of Hazy Mills Productions and is helmed by Emmy® Award-winning Suzanne Martin (“Frasier,” “Ellen”) serving as executive producer, show runner and writer. Lynda Obst also serves as executive producer.
Is Disney World quieter than usual this summer?
Matt Palm at Orlando Sentinel’s Daily Disney answers this popular question about Walt Disney World. I am surprised to hear this, which is probably a sign of the economy. I saw a news report saying that more people are traveling to local destinations instead of trekking to big destinations like Walt Disney World.
I had dinner at Boma in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge last night and was surprised to see the parking lot being improved with a large portion of it closed off to cars. The improvement work wasn’t surprising — repainting has to happen — but the timing gave me pause.
This is supposed to be the height of the summer season, one of the most prolonged busy streaks for the parks. Yet Disney was able to shut down a healthy portion of a major resort parking lot for days — and, guess what? There was still parking readily available.
There were empty tables throughout the hours my group spent at Boma.
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Disneyland 55th Anniversary Events and Offers
July 17 – 55th Anniversary product release, 9 – 11 am in The Disney Gallery with Dave Avanzino, Jody Daily, Kevin Kidney and Noah. Some of the great merchandise being offered includes aloha shirts and ladies tees, shown above, a ceramic classic popcorn box and cup, as well as one-of-a-kind, original and limited edition artwork. In case you missed it, be sure to check out this month’s “The Art Of” interview, featuring Kevin and Jody.
To find out more about the product release and signing, click here.
July 17 – Disney Vault 28 will host the release of a very special collection of Dooney & Bourke handbags themed to Disneyland park’s 55th Anniversary. All I can tell you, is that they’re definitely a “must have.” Catch another post from me, later this week.
July 17 – Celebrate the 55th Anniversary with a grin from ear to ear. Several of our headwear locations will offer “premium” embroidery on a standard Mickey Mouse ear hat, which will read D 55th – July 17, 2010. This special embellishment will commemorate your visit on this historical day and create a keepsake of your visit to the Happiest Place on Earth on its 55th year. Available on this date only, so don’t miss out. Premium embroidery and ear hat prices apply.
The D 55th – July 17, 2010 ear hat will be available to purchase at select locations including Main Street Mad Hatter, Fantasyland Mad Hatter, Gag Factory, Star Trader, World of Disney and Greetings from California. The D 55th – July 17, 2010 embroidered ear hat will be available for $21.95, plus tax. Available while supplies last. Limit five (5) embroidered hats per Guest.
Tip: Disneyland Resort Annual Passholders, we have something special in-store for you. On July 17, 2010, receive free “basic” embroidery when you purchase a classic Mickey Mouse ear hat. Offer applies to day of purchases only and a valid Annual Passholder I.D. will be required. Reminder, all basic embroidery is subject to hat writing guidelines. Premium embroidery fees apply. Available while supplies last. Limit five (5) embroidered hats per Guest.
July 17 – 55th Anniversary Candy Apple themed to Bandleader Mickey (not shown)
July 18 – Celebrate “55 Years of Magic” from the tips of your ears to the bottom of your toes. Beginning July 18th through July 30, or while supplies last our embroidery /hat locations will offer a special “55 Years of Magic – Disneyland” premium embroidery option for ear hats. Premium embroidery and ear hat prices apply. Subject to restrictions and guidelines.
The 55 Years of Magic ear hat will be available to purchase at select locations including Main Street Mad Hatter, Fantasyland Mad Hatter, Gag Factory, Star Trader, World of Disney and Greetings from California. The 55 Years of Magic embroidered ear hat will be available for $21.95, plus tax. Available while supplies last. Limit five (5) embroidered hats per Guest.
July 25 – Swing by D Street, where Disney Design Group artists Thomas Scott, Eric Caszatt and Lin Shih will be on hand for a special Vinylmation signing. The signing will take place from 1 – 4 pm.
All information subject to restrictions and change without notice. Merchandise available while supplies last.
Disney Pin Celebration 2010 August 27-29, 2010 World Showplace, Epcot
New and long time traders are invited to a 10th Anniversary “Founders Day” celebration for Trade City, U.S.A. during Disney Pin Celebration 2010 from August 27-29, 2010 in World Showplace at Epcot®.
Guests will find themselves immersed in Trade City, an eclectic town nestled in Trading Valley that is home to the world’s longest lanyard and the world’s biggest ear hat. Guests attending this ticketed Disney Pin Event will enjoy fun trading activities, the opportunity to purchase specially designed pins, and meet Disney pin traders from around the world.
Watch DisneyPins.com for all the details on this exciting annual event.