Rock Star Mickey Debuts at D23 Expo

This weekend at D23 Expo, Fisher-Price unveiled the new Rock Star Mickey toy. It will be available starting September 6, 2011, with a suggested retail price of $54.99. Mickey jams along to the song “You Really Got Me”, which was performed by Broadway star and former “American Idol” contestant Constantine

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New Fantasy Faire Experience Coming to Disneyland Park

Last Week at the D23 Expo, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Tom Staggs and Disneyland Resort President George Kalogridis announced an exciting transformation poised to take place at Disneyland park. The boundaries of Fantasyland are expanding with a brand new experience called Fantasy Faire. For this project, Carnations Plaza

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ESPN 101 High School Career Panel Kicks-Off 7th Annual MEAC/SWAC Challenge Presented By Disney on Sept. 1

On Thursday, Sept. 1, hundreds of students from Jones High School will have the opportunity to hear real-world advice directly from sports professionals during the ESPN 101 Career Panel. The 8 a.m. presentation kicks-off several days of events culminating in the 7th annual MEAC/SWAC Challenge presented by Disney that matches-up

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Disney Food Confession – School Bread from Norway

Where to find it – Kringla Bakeri og Kafe in the  Norway Pavilion at Epcot in Walt Disney World What is it – Traditional Norwegian School Bread. Why you want it – The coconut, the cream, the bread.   Mmmm, sugary, custard-ey, carb-ey goodness.  Yes, please. Picture credit: Trypnotic from Flickr.

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The Disney/Marvel Relationship – Why it’s a Good Thing

Ever since Disney acquired Marvel back in 2009, I’ve been asked this question a lot: “Why did Disney buy Marvel?” or been told that “the companies just don’t mesh”, “Disney will dilute Marvel”, “Marvel is too violent for Disney”, and many more things of that nature. Some people refuse to

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Ask a Disney Question: Shipping Packages Home

Today we have a question from Tonia, who has a question about sending packages home: Dear Chip & Co., Can I first say that I love your site! I have been studying and planning for about a year and today we finally check in! Anyway, my question is about sending

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Video: The D23 Expo 2011 Has Arrived!

The D23 Expo 2011, opened its doors to Disney fans all over the world! A highlight of the opening morning was the prestigious Disney Legends Ceremony. Hosted by ABC’s Tom Bergeron, this year’s Disney Legends include Jim Henson and Regis Philbin! Stay tuned to coverage from our very own Jessica

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Hungry for Aulani? The Wait is Almost Over!

If you’ve been counting down to the opening of Disney’s Vacation Club newest destination, you’re in luck. In 12 days Aulani will open its doors to guests…say “aloha” to the beautiful resort and spa in Ko Olina, Hawaii. In true Disney style, this island escape has something for everyone in

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Landmark Disneyland Hotel Earns AAA Four Diamond Award

For the first time in 25 years, AAA has awarded the Disneyland Hotel its coveted Four Diamond award. The designation is presented to only four percent of the 31,000 hotels AAA reviews nationally, according to the Auto Club, which reviews establishments without giving any prior notification. Did you know Disney’s

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Marvel’s ‘The Avengers’ Cast to Be at D23

At D23 Expo this weekend, Marvel will making it’s freshman appearance at the Disney convention, and is bringing some very big guests with them. On Saturday, August 20th, at the Walt Disney Studios panel, which starts at 10:30 am. Marvel Studios President of Production, Kevin Feige , will share the

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Restaurants to Expand at Disneyland Park on Main Street U.S.A

Today marks the start of very exciting expansion projects on Main Street, U.S.A., at Disneyland park. Disney is getting ready to welcome a new bakery and looking forward to expanded space in some of their existing eateries. The expansion kicks off with the all-new Jolly Holiday Bakery Café. The bakery

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