Today’s the day! At approximately 6:30 a.m. Hawai‘i time, as the sun came over the mountain, the doors to the Maka‘ala lobby of Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, opened and the first guests entered. It is a time for us to look even further into the future, preparing for
Tag: Walt Disney Parks and Resorts
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
The Walt Disney Studios Shines Bright at the D23 Expo 2011!
A star-studded presentation from the Walt Disney Studios showcased its upcoming projects and A-List talent! Related articles D23 Expo Day 1: Walt Disney Parks/Resorts Panel (chipandco.com) Video: The D23 Expo 2011 Has Arrived! (chipandco.com)
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
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
5 Things we LOVE About the Disney’s Beach Club Resort
Disney’s Beach Club is one of Walt Disney World’s deluxe resorts offering Disney guests a seaside experience in addition to their magical, park ventures. The Beach Club is considered an Epcot Resort and actually has a sister resort right next door known as the Yacht Club. The Beach Club is a beautiful resort;
Disney Character News and Rumors for August 2011
It has been a pretty quiet month for character news on Character Central but I am sure as we move into the fall and get closer to Halloween (Mickey’s No So Scary Halloween Party) and Christmas (Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party) we will be hearing more! Walt Disney World Tink
A Look at Hong Kong Disneyland’s Tinker Bell Castle
The park is celebrating its fifth anniversary this year, and in honor of this milestone, they have introduced a character that had never before appeared at the park. Although our domestic parks have featured her for years, this special celebration marked the introduction of Tinker Bell to Hong Kong Disneyland.
Top 5 Disney Water Park Attractions
If you have ever been to Blizzard Beach or Typhoon Lagoon, you know that Disney water parks are like no other! They are also a great way to get some relief from the intense, summertime heat. Just like Disney’s theme parks, there are a lot of things to do and see
The Chip And Company Disney Week In Review For July 11
It’s time again for the Chip and Company Disney Week In Review. Here we will try to provide you a sampling of the Disney news for this week and a taste of the views and opinions of our outstanding staff of writers. If you would like to visit us regularly
Paddock Pool Opens at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa
The long-awaited themed pool at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa opened just in time for folks to take a dip over the Fourth of July weekend. I predict that the completely transformed Paddock Pool is going to be very popular with guests because it’s zero entry, it has an
Class action lawsuit against Disney is underway
On June 29, 2011, in the United States District Court Central District of California, Case No. CV 10-05810-DMG-FMO, Judge Dolly Gee certified a nationwide class of blind persons in a class action pending in Los Angeles. The blind plaintiffs in the case, represented by Andy Dogali of Forizs & Dogali,
Disney Institute Announces New Healthcare Service Program as Hospitals Prepare for Public Reporting of Patient Scores
As a government deadline for public reporting of patient satisfaction scores draws near, Disney Institute announced today the addition of a professional development program created specifically for hospitals/healthcare organizations: Building a Culture of Healthcare Excellence. The new program, which is available in a variety of formats, incorporates the five most
40th Anniversary Pins Contest at My Dreams of Disney!
Over at My Dreams of Disney, we are running a contest to give away two special 40th Anniversary Pins that were purchased last week while on vacation. The contest winner will be chosen at 5PM on Friday, July 1st, 2011, so if you are interested in entering, head on
