Yes, we’re all excited about the new value resort, The Art of Animation (even though the pricing doesn’t scream “value”!) but i’d like to talk about an underrated attraction at Hollywood Studios…the Magic of Animation. In the depths of the studios, tucked away between a gift shop and the Disney
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Follow Chip as he Streams Live Video from Disney World in 2 weeks!
I just posted our trip schedule on U Stream. Check it out here. We will be at Disney World Sept 17th – 24th 2011. Note – If you goto my U Stream Channel you can mark if you will be attending a specific broadcast and get an email reminder before
WonderCon 2012, March 16-18 at the Anaheim Convention Center
It looks like WonderCon, a staple of the Northern California Convention circuit for years now, will be changing cities. At least for now. In a press release released yesterday, Comic-Con International said that due to the reconstruction being done in San Francisco’s Moscone Center, it would have to relocate in 2012. And
XBOX 360 Kinect Disneyland Adventures Video & Interview
Rob Davis gives an interview at E3 2011 all about “Kinect Disneyland Adventures.” The game lets you tour Disneyland, receive quests from your favorite Disney characters, even ride attractions including Big Thunder Mountain. Give it a peek! For more on Kinect Disneyland Adventure, go here: http://g4tv.com/games/xbox-360/65373/kinect-disneyland-adventure/index/ Bonus Video from D23
Disney Pixar Cars Collector Customizes his RIDEMAKERZ
RIDEMAKERZ takes vehicle play and car design to a whole new level with its line of Disney•Pixar Cars 2-inspired vehicles that are fully-customizable. From engines and spoilers to decals and wheels, these cars are sure to race into the hearts of car enthusiasts everywhere. In this “Rolling with RIDEMAKERZ” video,
Top Five Reasons I’m a Disney World Nerd.
Are you like me? Do you sometimes find yourself hiding the fact that you’re a Disney nerd? Do you have to remind yourself that wearing more than one article of Disney clothing at a time is a bad idea? Are you tired of having to defend Disney World‘s extreme awesomeness?
Disney – The Champions Of ‘Underpromise’ And ‘Overdeliver’
First of all, these are my personal opinions and you may or may not agree. Regular visitors to any of the Disney venues already know what I’m talking about in the article’s title. Disney regularly tells you what they are going to do, they do exactly what they promise and
“Strong as a Rock,” Disney’s Baby Elephant Receives Swahili Name
With a birth weight of 311 pounds, the most recent elephant born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom has been fittingly named Jabali, or “strong as a rock” in Swahili. According to zoological managers, the masculine name is well-suited for a baby elephant that could grow to an adult weight of more
Central Florida’s Children “Shine On” with $1.2 Million from Walt Disney World Resort
In honor of its 40th anniversary, Walt Disney World Resort today kicked off a 40-day “Shine On” celebration across Central Florida to surprise, recognize and reward nonprofit groups, school districts and organizations that improve the lives of local children. Between now and May 22, Disney will give more than $1.2
Brad Garrett Finds Nemo at Disneyland Park
Disney recently welcomed Brad Garrett and his family back to the Disneyland Resort. Aside from being an award-winning actor and one of the nicest guys around, Brad is also known for providing the voices for some Disney and Disney•Pixar characters on the big screen, most recently in Disney’s “Tangled” as
Disney Fan Run 40th Anniversary Disney World Celebration
October 1st, 2011 marks the historic 40th anniversary of the Walt Disney World® Resort, and WDWCelebrations will be celebrating! As with our previous events, this celebration will include our own signature offerings to complement the official activities offered by the Walt Disney Company. Adam Roth, co-founder of WDWCelebrations, explains, “The
What to Expect from a D23 Expo
This year I was happy that I had the opportunity to visit the D23 Expo! Though I had previously been to Disneyland, I could not resist a visit to the parks. The Expo was opened from Friday, August 19 – Sunday, August 21. I arrived in Anaheim on August 17 so I
40-Year Cast Members Reflect on Opening Day Oct. 1, 1971
Phil Holmes, Vice President of Magic Kingdom (Hometown: Dearborn, Michigan) – He wore the costume and countenance of a grim Haunted Mansion greeter in Liberty Square when the Magic Kingdom opened in 1971. Today, Phil Holmes is the park’s vice president, and he still recalls the wonder in those first
Eating Vegetarian and Vegan at Disney World.
If you’re a vegetarian, you know what it’s like to be resigned to the one dish on the menu that serves as that restaurant’s sole vegetarian entrée. In fact, in most restaurants you’ll encounter the same “vegetarian” dish over and over: Some type of pasta loaded with cheese, maybe sprinkled
