It’s a creative competition like no other and the challenges are uniquely Disney. The stakes are high for Walt Disney Imagineering’s annual ImagiNations Design Competition but the rewards can make career dreams come true. “Ever since I was a child, I wanted to be an Imagineer,” said Erissa Wood describing
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The Magic behind the ‘Company’ – Getting to know Mike
In this special series, this week Chip & Company is bringing you special reports on who the people are that make up the Chip & Company writers. I hope you enjoy hearing about me, Mike, also known as Mickey to his parents (and anyone else that wants to call him
Oldies But Goodies – Put A Calculator And Your Needs Together!!
O.K. I admit it, I’m turning into my Father!! As you get older there is a good chance that you may become a bit more frugal. I used to get aggravated with my dad because he was always looking for a bargain but now I do the same thing, especially
Breaking News: Disneyworld Defects from Florida and Becomes Own Country
In shocking news today Walt Disney World located in Lake Buena Vista Florida has defected from the United States to form its own country. No longer apart of the 50 United States Walt Disney World has branched off to form “WaltDisneyWorldParkLand” or WDWPL for short. Walt Disney World Resort covers
Disney Cruise Line’s Best Kept Secret!
You’ve heard about Disney’s best kept secret- (Disney Vacation Club) but what you may not have heard is Disney Cruise Line’s best kept secret-Brunch at Palo! On the Disney Magic and Disney Wonder Deck 10 Aft is home to Palo. Most well known for its romantic adults only atmosphere and
Changes are Coming to the Disney Vacation Club
The Disney Vacation Club (DVC), Disney’s version of a timeshare program, recently announced a change that almost went unnoticed by me. In fact, if I hadn’t seen an article by Jason Garcia of the Orlando Sentinel, it probably would have gone unnoticed. Currently, there is no distinction between DVC contracts
Events, Attractions, and More Coming to Disney in 2011
2011 will be a year of “Disney dream vacations,” both figuratively and literally. Guests will be making memories over the horizon in Egypt, Hawaii and Alaska, on the aqua waters of the Bahamas, under the sea, over croc and rhino gullies and beyond the solar system. During 2011, premieres will
Want to do Something New at Walt Disney World? Take a Tour!!
One of the more interesting things to do at Walt Disney World, are the various tours that Disney offers. We have been fortunate to do the Keys to the Kingdom tour at the Magic Kingdom, and the Behind the Seeds tour at the Land Pavilion in Epcot in years past, and were thrilled to have the chance to take the Undiscovered Future World tour at Epcot, on our recent trip…and at this point I will say that we are hooked on doing Disney tours: they are a fascinating way to learn about “the World”!
Mouse Chat: Advice for those planning their first trip to Disney World
This week on Mouse Chat Podcast: Is this your first time to Walt Disney World? It is a big place and there is so much to know. Planning ahead can make your Disney Vacation much more enjoyable. This week we have George and Chip on again from Imaginerding and Chip
Hawaii Diversity Committee sponsored by Walt Disney Company
Image via Wikipedia Hawaii Minority Supplier Certification (HawaiiMSC) announced today that The Walt Disney Company will become the 2011 sponsor of its Hawaii Minority Business Advisory Committee, which counsels HawaiiMSC on local diverse business development and impact. “The Walt Disney Company continues to be one of our strongest corporate advocates
Meet the 2011 Disney Moms Panel
What do you get when you combine a hibachi chef, a pastor, one “mum,” two Canadians, two non-profit workers, four teachers, three stay-at-home moms and one special aunt with a passion for Disney and a touch of pixie dust? The 2011 Walt Disney World Moms Panel! Announced today, 15 new panelists hailing
Disney Aulani Resort in Moving right along
Our friend Joel from Coconut Wireless wrote me today to let me know about the progression of Disney Aulani Resort in Hawaii. He says: The remaining cranes were removed from the site and more of the exterior art work and detail are starting to show. They still have a wall
Where to Eat Organic at Disney World
In the last decade, organic food has grown in popularity and become increasingly available, from your local farmer’s market to the most unlikely of places, Walmart. As organic food has become easier to find, it’s also gotten less expensive, which is great for people like me who feel that organic is
Disney World Quick Tips – Which Resort Category Is Right For You?
Before you read further, take a look at the clouds in the center of the photo – it’s a sorta/kinda Hidden Mickey. If you are going to be staying on site at Walt Disney World you have to make a choice concerning your resort. Except for the time frame of
