The Disneyland Difference

My first trip to Disneyland had me full of excitement and wonder. Having been a Walt Disney World veteran for two decades I was excited to experience the original park for the first time. When I began sharing my excitement to visit “the land” I received countless commentary on how

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HP Field House dedication ceremony at ESPN WIde World of Sports Complex

Disney and HP executives were joined by sports celebrities and ESPN personalities March 3, 2011 at ESPN Wide World of Sports for the dedication ceremony for the newly named “HP Field House.” Joining in the ceremony: (L-R): Gary Elliott, vice president of Brand Marketing for HP, U.S. Women’s Soccer legend

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From Under the Sea to Galaxies Far, Far Away – Opening Dates Are Set For A Soundsational Summer at Disneyland Resort

As families prepare for their 2011 summer vacations, the Disneyland Resort announces grand opening dates for several, highly-anticipated new attractions and family experiences. The all-new “Mickey’s Soundsational Parade” will bring a new beat to the streets of Disneyland Park beginning May 27. Also at Disneyland park, guests will once again

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Magic Kingdom Guests Will Be Able To Fastpass To Meet with Mickey Mouse Beginning Later This Spring

Magic Kingdom officials have a hunch a really “hot ticket” in their realm this summer is going to be something other than a ride, a snack or a show. Rather, it’s a first-ever opportunity to nail down a time to meet with Mickey Mouse. When meet-and-greets with Mickey move into

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Atlanta Braves get ready to ‘Play Ball!’ at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex

GOTTA BE, CENTERFIELD: A groundskeeper cuts a silhouette of Mickey Mouse’s head into the outfield of Champion Stadium at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. on Feb. 24, 2011, in preparation for the 2011 Major League Baseball Spr…

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Mickey Mouse Club Theme Song

This video presents the original 1955 Mickey Mouse Club theme song, written by Mouseketeer MC Jimmie Dodd, in a modern typographical style. Everybody Sing Along! Related articles A Look Back: November 24, 1955, Mickey Mouse Club Circus Debuts (chipandco.com) Interview with the Mouseketeers at Disneyland Resort (chipandco.com)

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Fisher-Price and Disney Rock The House at Toy Fair with Debut of Newest Interactive Mickey Mouse Plush

Fisher-Price, Inc., a subsidiary of Mattel, Inc. and Disney Consumer Products rocked the house at New York Toy Fair for the debut of the innovative and engaging Rock Star™ Mickey. Last year’s hugely popular Dance Star Mickey brought the iconic character to life for a new generation of fans as

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Granting Wishes Makes Dreams Come True

How many children can say they’ve thrown a football with Mickey Mouse? Disney and the Make-A-Wish Foundation recently made that dream come true for 4-year-old Kaden. “When Mickey came out in his football gear, I have never seen Kaden’s eyes light up more in my entire life. It was a

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Mickey’s Soundsational Parade to Debut in Summer at Disneyland

Along with Star Tours 2.0 and Little Mermaid being pushed back to June, the new parade at Disneyland will also make its way to the park in the summer. This news, along with the date push-backs, were announced on Inside the Magic’s website. Mickey’s Soundsational Parade will feature many performers

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Family Fun Weekend Recap: Fiesta Weekend

Disneyland introduced their all new Family Fun Weekends, starting January 14 and continuing on through March 6. The festivities can be found at the Big Thunder Ranch festival arena. (I’m glad it’s back there because then I get to pass the goats on the way. I love the goats.) The

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Add Some Disney Magic to Valentine’s Day with Free Printable Cards and Gifts from Disney Online

This Valentine’s Day, Disney Online invites families to create some Disney magic at home by offering free printable Valentine’s Day cards and gifts to help celebrate this special holiday. Save a trip to the store by printing and cutting out special themed cards and gifts featured on Disney Online’s Mom

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Were looking for a few good writers…

Chip and Company is exploding at the seams. Not to put too fine a point on it, but the huge growth in visits could not have been accomplished without great fans like you (yeah, you…the one in the Mickey Mouse t-shirt). I work with some of the best writers on

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Jake And The Never Land Pirates Leading the Way for Disney Junior Launch on February 14

Disney Junior, a new multiplatform destination for kids age 2-7, one that reflects the emotional connection generations of consumers have to Disney storytelling and Disney characters, both classic and contemporary, will debut Monday, February 14 (8:30 a.m., ET/PT), anchored by the new animated series “Jake and the Never Land Pirates.”

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