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  • Tinker Bell Disney Dooney & Bourke Bags to Debut at Disneyland Half Marathon

    Zannaland | Family Magic On Land & Sea!
    Suzannah DiMarzio
    24 Jan 2012 | 6:16 pm
    Ok, now it’s bad enough that Disneyland’s inaugural 1/2 Marathon has a Tinker Bell theme and I will not be able to attend (or run for that matter!) but now DisneyParks Blog has just announced that a new Disney Dooney & Bourke bags with the Tink design will also debut for the weekend! Torture, I tell ya! There aren’t too many details now, but here’s what we know so far:   It looks like there are three styles, all previously released – the Medium Tote will be $198, Letter Carrier will be $168 and Flap Wristlet will be $49. The Art of Disney Parks site…

  • Romance segment coming to Disney's "The Magic, The Memories and You!" show

    DISney News Stories - wdwinfo.com
    27 Jan 2012 | 4:26 pm
    Changes are coming for Valentine's Day to Disney's "The Magic, The Memories and You!" show at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World.

  • 2012 Best Attraction Tournament: Best Indoor Ride?

    Theme Park Insider
    26 Jan 2012 | 9:46 am
    By Robert Niles: Today in the 2012 Theme Park Insider Tournament we're honoring the dark ride - indoor track rides that take us to fantastical places or ancient times, telling us engaging stories along the way. Here we've listed the top five dark rides in your Theme Park Insider reader ratings. Note that these are only the "dry" dark rides - We voted earlier on best boat rides (winner: Pirates of the Caribbean), as well as for shoot-'em-up dark rides (winner: Men in Black).Campaign in the comments, and on Facebook and Twitter, to rally the troops to vote for your favorite.Haunted Mansion -…

  • MickeyNews interviews Tim Devine

    Mickey News
    Bill Iadonisi
    19 Jan 2012 | 12:09 pm
    There are more pictures taken at the Walt Disney World parks and resorts worldwide than at any other vacation spot in the world. Millions of pictures a year are snapped at the “Happiest Place on Earth” and this is not counting the pictures taken by Disney’s own Photopass photographers’. With the advent of digital photography, only a little over 30 years after the invention of the original CCD sensor, pictures that were once only the domain of professional photographers equipped with high-end camera gear are now possible for the vacationer with a simple point-and-shoot digital camera.

  • LP Live: WDW Closing out the Kingdom (Sent by Donny - 1/27 19:32)

    LaughingPlace.com Disney News, Articles and Live Pictures
    27 Jan 2012 | 9:32 pm
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  • MickeyNews interviews Tim Devine

    Bill Iadonisi
    19 Jan 2012 | 12:09 pm
    There are more pictures taken at the Walt Disney World parks and resorts worldwide than at any other vacation spot in the world. Millions of pictures a year are snapped at the “Happiest Place on Earth” and this is not counting the pictures taken by Disney’s own Photopass photographers’. With the advent of digital photography, only a little over 30 years after the invention of the original CCD sensor, pictures that were once only the domain of professional photographers equipped with high-end camera gear are now possible for the vacationer with a simple point-and-shoot digital camera.

  • Disney’s latest ice show a ‘Dream’ for young star – Chicago Sun-Times

    Gavin Haubelt
    18 Jan 2012 | 6:58 pm
    Disney's latest ice show a 'Dream' for young starChicago Sun-Timesby jennifer burklow Kid Zone January 18, 2012 4:52PM Joe Jacobson and Kendra Moyle spent 12 weeks training for their show-stopping aerial maneuver in “Disney on Ice: Dare to Dream.” Former competitive skater Joe Jacobsen epitomizes the theme of “Dare …13 WTHRDisney on Ice fans donate hair for wigsWTHRall 2 news articles » Disney – Google News

  • Disney Cruise Line Top Five: Family Activities on a Disney Ship

    Gavin Haubelt
    18 Jan 2012 | 4:06 pm
    What are the favorite things that Disney cruisers like to do? That’s a question we get a lot, so rather than tell you, we’ll show you! This month we introduced the Disney Cruise Line Top Five video series, giving you a glimpse of the can’t-miss adventures in the Alaskan ports of Skagway, Juneau and Ketchikan. Now we’ll give you the top picks of must-do activities on a Disney ship – for families, children and adults – chosen by Disney Cruise Line fans! We’ll start with this video of the top five fan favorites for your entire family. Check it out and then tell us, what are your…

  • Disney Needs to Bring Back the ’90s – Huffington Post

    Gavin Haubelt
    18 Jan 2012 | 3:57 pm
    Disney Needs to Bring Back the '90sHuffington PostWhy hasn't the Disney Channel brought back the '90s? The Disney Channel has a wide collection of original television shows and movies from that decade locked away in the magical vault covered in Tinker Bell's fairy dust. It is time to break them free …Disney Channel Sweeps #1 Total Day Ranking Across All TV in Kids 2-11, Kids 6 …TVbytheNumbersall 2 news articles » Disney – Google News

  • Celebrate the Lunar New Year at Disneyland Park

    Gavin Haubelt
    18 Jan 2012 | 1:06 pm
    Earlier this month, we celebrated Three Kings Day at Disneyland park, and some of our Disney Parks Blog readers asked whether we would be celebrating the Lunar New Year as well. Today I have great news for you – we will be celebrating this tradition from January 20-29 with special decor, cultural performances and character meet-and-greet opportunities in front of “it’s a small world” at Disneyland park! The Happy Lunar New Year Celebration! will pay tribute to the traditions and family celebrations observed within the Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese cultures, observing the time…
 
 
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  • L.A. Times Travel Show: Exhibitors preparing for Saturday opening

    27 Jan 2012 | 4:12 pm
    Exhibitors were working hard Friday to get their booths ready for the L.A. Times Travel Show, which opens to consumers Saturday.

  • LA Times Travel Show: Making your pictures sing

    27 Jan 2012 | 11:37 am
    At the Los Angeles Times Travel Show Saturday and Sunday, LA Times photographers will share their expertise with you and help you create vivid photographic memories. Kathy M.Y. Pyon will focus on our everyday technology--camera phones and point-and-shoots--in a session called "Great Photos From the Littlest Gadgets." Here are some of her pictures and the ideas behind them. The Travel Show is open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the LA Convention Center; tickets cost $10.

  • Rick Steves shares favorite hidden travel destinations in Europe

    27 Jan 2012 | 9:00 am
    Rick Steves will appear this weekend at the Los Angeles Times Travel Show to talk about -- what else? -- Europe. Steves wrote his first "Europe Through the Back Door" guidebook in 1980 and has churned out about 40 books since then.

  • San Diego: Pass offers half-off museum admissions during February

    27 Jan 2012 | 8:00 am
    A Valentine's Day idea for those who love to save a buck: museum-hopping. In San Diego, tickets to more than 40 museums will be half-price for the month of February.

  • New rule on advertised airfares begins -- and Spirit isn't happy

    26 Jan 2012 | 12:45 pm
    If airfares seem a little higher than usual, it's not because the airlines have raised their prices. The Department of Transportation's long-awaited new rules on what airlines can advertise as posted ticket prices go into effect Thursday. I think of it as the "no surprises" rule.
 
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    Disneyland News Today Podcast

  • The DLNT Podcast Episode 95 (1/11/12) – The Christmas Podcast Parade Commentary

    Conner Purzycki
    18 Jan 2012 | 10:29 pm
    This week’s show is somewhat unique and calls for a different kind of introduction. No, it’s not a Tower of Terror segment, but we are entering the Twilight Zone in relation to our usual content on the program. This episode presents an audio commentary for last year’s Christmas Podcast Parade. While we have no news or vital information for you, we certainly hope you will enjoy this inside look at the creation of episode 95 of the Disneyland News Today Podcast.

  • The DLNT Podcast Episode 94 (12/25/11) – The 5th Annual Christmas Podcast Parade 2011 – Enhanced Edition

    Conner Purzycki
    25 Dec 2011 | 11:21 am
    An enhanced podcast is a podcast with added features that standard podcasts do not have. Enhanced podcasts include advancements such as Chapter listings, this allows you to skip through segments or see all of the contents of this show. Enhanced podcasts also contain images allowing you to differ the chapters by or actually see a picture of what the podcaster is talking about. Enhanced podcasts have only one negative feature, you can not play them on most basic mp3 players. The file format for an Enhanced Podcast file is .m4a, which can play on an Apple iPod or a Microsoft Zune. If you need or…

  • The DLNT Podcast Episode 94 (12/25/11) – The 5th Annual Christmas Podcast Parade 2011 – Normal Edition

    Conner Purzycki
    25 Dec 2011 | 11:20 am
    WARNING!!! – This show is a comedy show with no education value what-so-ever. You will not learn anything, get any trip planning advice, or hear the history of any attraction. If you don’t have a good sense of humor and are easily offended, this is not a show for you. If you have a good sense of humor, then get your headphones ready for the holiday tragedy… I mean tradition! The WDWNT Network proudly presents The 5th Annual Christmas Podcast Parade, live (well, sort of) from the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida and the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California. Join hosts…

  • The DLNT Podcast Episode 93 (12/21/11) – Enhanced Edition

    Conner Purzycki
    21 Dec 2011 | 7:24 pm
    An enhanced podcast is a podcast with added features that standard podcasts do not have. Enhanced podcasts include advancements such as Chapter listings, this allows you to skip through segments or see all of the contents of this show. Enhanced podcasts also contain images allowing you to differ the chapters by or actually see a picture of what the podcaster is talking about. Enhanced podcasts have only one negative feature, you can not play them on most basic mp3 players. The file format for an Enhanced Podcast file is .m4a, which can play on an Apple iPod or a Microsoft Zune. If you need or…

  • The DLNT Podcast Episode 93 (12/21/11) – Normal Edition

    Conner Purzycki
    21 Dec 2011 | 7:23 pm
    Join me, Conner Purzycki, and a cast including Jamie Nakagiri and Brian Martsolf for a variety show dedicated to the Disneyland Resort and its many fans. Plenty of Disneyland information and fun awaits you on this edition of the Disneyland News Today Podcast!!! On this weeks show we have The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly where tell you what’s good, what’s bad, and what’s ugly about Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln.  Happy holidays everyone! If you would like to contact us with any questions, suggestions, comments, or concerns you can email us at wdwnewstoday@gmail.com or leave…
 
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    The Disney Blog

  • Before they were Stars, They were Disney Cast Members

    John Frost
    27 Jan 2012 | 4:19 am
    The WDW Fan Zone has collected a great list of current day celebrities who got their start as Cast Member at one of Disney’s theme park or cruise ships.Here are a few of the big names you probably already know,Jennifer Hudson – Actress/Singer – Cast Member Job: Singer on Disney WonderJohn Lasseter – Animator – Chief Creative Officer Pixar & Walt Disney Animation Studios – Cast Member Job:  Jungleland Cruise CaptainSteve Martin – Actor/Comedian – Cast Member Job: Merlin’s Magic ShopMichelle Pfeiffer – Actress – Cast Member Job: Alice in the Main Street Electrical…

  • Brazil a replacement for Euro-Tourism?

    John Frost
    27 Jan 2012 | 1:38 am
    Anyone else noticing a lot more Brazilian tourists at Walt Disney World these days? We certainly have. There’s a good reason for that, not only has the economy of Brazil stabilized producing more disposable income, but the volume of European tourists is down as their economy slowly crumbles. The in-balance makes the South American tourists stand out even more. Disney World has even gone as far as hiring 50 ‘Super Greeters’ to help these tour groups make their way into the parks smoothly.A spokesman for Disney World said 2011 has been “one of our best-ever years for…

  • Valentine & Princess Segment Coming to Magic Memories and You in February

    John Frost
    26 Jan 2012 | 6:42 am
    As we saw with the 2011 holiday version of Magic, Memories, and You the digital projection nature of the show makes it relatively easy (there’s still a lot of creative work involved) for Disney to update the show for special themes. The next theme to be announced centers around the romance of Valentine’s Day and the Disney Princesses.Of course, there are differences between Disneyland and Magic Kingdom. Chiefly the project occurs on the facade of It’s A Small World instead of the castle. I love how this scene from Rapunzel will play out.Check out more beautiful concept art…

  • Annual Walt Disney World Bird Count

    John Frost
    26 Jan 2012 | 12:14 am
    You may know that Disney’s Animal Kingdom takes great care in caring for the animals in the theme park, but did you know that the animal care team also has responsibilities for every animal in Walt Disney World. Yes, even the vultures that hang out in the worst places.One of those activities involves counting all the birds at Walt Disney World Resort and the surrounding area. In the video below, Anne Savage, Ph.D., Senior Conservation Biologist, Disney’s Animal Programs, explores the second annual holiday bird count at the Walt Disney World. Cast members from across the resort are…

  • Walt Disney World Merchandise Review

    John Frost
    25 Jan 2012 | 6:39 am
    While strolling through Disney’s theme parks I’m always keeping an eye out for what’s new. That includes new merchandise too. What can I say, it’s a hobby. Here’s a collection of some merchandise that caught my eye over the last few weeks. Some of it’s very new, some of it, not so much. But I like it all.If you like this or other Disney theme park merchandise, you can find a lot of it on DisneyStore.com these days. If you hurry, they’re offering a free shipping promotion today for all Disney Parks Merchandise ordered. Just use code: PARKSFREE. Which…
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    Mousekingdom Blog

  • Trip Diaries Day fifteen part 1: Sunrise

    Andy De Maertelaere
    22 Jan 2012 | 2:37 pm
    How about that for a view? Yes, you got to get up before 6am, but it is worth it. I can’t go to Disney’s Vero Beach and not see this at least once. If you go to Vero Beach, you have to get up and witness it for yourself. Beautiful!….   

  • Trip Diaries Day Fourteen: Love Vero Beach

    Andy De Maertelaere
    22 Jan 2012 | 2:30 pm
    You know when you go to Vero Beach you have to swim in the sea. And so we did! The nice thing about this beach is how quiet it is. Only a couple of dozen people are on the beach. Really not to bad and it feels like a private place. (Last time I was [...]

  • Disney Parks InsidEARS

    Andy De Maertelaere
    19 Jan 2012 | 11:52 am
    Are you a Disney fan and can’t stop talking about the parks? Always sharing everything you know to those that want to listen? Are you, day in and day out, sharing your love for the park to everyone? But it’s still not enough and you want to share even more. Well, then you should have [...]

  • Trip Diaries Day Thirteen: Happy New Year Pool Dive!

    Andy De Maertelaere
    19 Jan 2012 | 10:55 am
    Waking up to the sound of the ocean, there is nothing better than that. (to be honest, we do have to step out of the room to hear it… but still). I had to have a swim in the sea (even if there is a shark warning), so I made sure I could scrap that [...]

  • Remy Moving to Paris…

    Andy De Maertelaere
    16 Jan 2012 | 2:40 pm
    … or, as he already comes from Paris, re-locating to a new home at the Walt Disney Studios as it looks like the Ratatouille dark ride attractions is ready to get build. Disney did not announce anything official but a building permit is up and it looks like nothing can stop the rat now! For [...]
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  • good things are coming

    Kristin
    27 Jan 2012 | 7:29 pm
    Sometimes you know when good things will happen, because you plan for them. Other times you are “seeing” the potential for the good things to happen. I’m going to Disneyland in a month, and this is a very good thing. My last vacation was in July, and sure that was only six months ago but as a student when you’re used to vacations every quarter, now working day after day at a “real person” job can get tiresome. Especially since as a reporter you do not have the luxury of taking your vacation in two-week (or heavens, a month!) increments. Reporter: Can I take…

  • Things to do before I am 40!

    livingwithahoarderand2princesses
    27 Jan 2012 | 6:07 pm
    I am really really behind doing this, I was very kindly tagged by Tales of an average mummy while I was on holiday in Centre Parcs after that I got distracted by sparkles  as usual. However, I have been writing lists, I love lists, of things that I would really like to get done before I turn 40. As I recently turned 32 my achievements and goals have been playing strongly on my mind so I am pleased to have this opportunity to look at what I want to get out of life and what I need to focus on. The Meme was started by two point four children who suggests you can change the title to the…

  • Shadows of Heavenly Things

    pastortomlong
    27 Jan 2012 | 3:36 pm
    As a kid I loved Disneyland!  I would enter that 85-achre paradise for $.50 and a pocket-full of A-E tickets.  For hours I was warped into a world of fantasy and adventure.  Some of you remember those days, huh? Even though I knew the Peter Pan Ride wasn’t real, it still scared me when I swooped down too close to Captain Hook’s sword.  And when I sat in the cramped quarters of the Submarine Ride and looked out the little porthole, the beak of the giant squid freaked me out every time!  But I’d always survive the dangers of the day and leave those gates looking forward to my next…

  • Dundasland

    robswizzle
    27 Jan 2012 | 3:14 pm
    The Dundas Streetcar, with an average speed of 10 km/h, is more theme park tram than rapid transit. Click the image to see it bigger (lots of detail in this sketch):

  • Polyvore

    LB
    27 Jan 2012 | 3:02 pm
    Becoming slightly obsessed with Polyvore. A Day at Disneyland…another obsession (the love of being a pass holder). A Day at Disneyland by bellalmb featuring toms shoes Disney t shirt Skinny jeans, $79 Toms shoes, $54 Cross body handbag, $32 Ray-Ban wayfarer sunglasses, $145
 
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    Theme Park Insider

  • Busch Gardens Williamsburg completes the track for Verbolten

    27 Jan 2012 | 12:05 pm
    By Robert Niles: Busch Gardens Williamsburg has completed the track for its new multi-launch roller coaster Verbolten, which will open at the Virginia theme park this spring.Here's an update from the park, with some footage from inside the ride's show building, currently under construction.Verbolten will be a high-speed ride through the Black Forest, along the course of the old Bid Bad Wolf coaster.This article originally appeared at http://www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/201201/2885/. All rights reserved. If you are not reading this on a personal RSS reader (such as Feedburner) or on…

  • 2012 Best Attraction Tournament: Best Musical?

    27 Jan 2012 | 10:01 am
    By Robert Niles: We're celebrating musicals today in the 2012 Theme Park Insider Tournament by selecting the best theme park live musical. Here are the top five nominees, based on your Theme Park Insider reader ratings.Campaign for your favorite by posting a link to today's post on Facebook or Twitter, and encouraging your friends to vote. Aladdin - at Disney California AdventureBeauty and the Beast - Live on Stage - at Disney's Hollywood StudiosBeetlejuice's Graveyard Revue - at Universal Studios FloridaFestival of the Lion King - at Disney's Animal Kingdom and Hong Kong DisneylandFinding…

  • 2012 Best Attraction Tournament: Best Indoor Ride?

    26 Jan 2012 | 9:46 am
    By Robert Niles: Today in the 2012 Theme Park Insider Tournament we're honoring the dark ride - indoor track rides that take us to fantastical places or ancient times, telling us engaging stories along the way. Here we've listed the top five dark rides in your Theme Park Insider reader ratings. Note that these are only the "dry" dark rides - We voted earlier on best boat rides (winner: Pirates of the Caribbean), as well as for shoot-'em-up dark rides (winner: Men in Black).Campaign in the comments, and on Facebook and Twitter, to rally the troops to vote for your favorite.Haunted Mansion -…

  • Universal Orlando confirms 2012 parade, night show, Despicable Me opening and Spider-Man changes

    25 Jan 2012 | 9:45 am
    By Robert Niles: Universal Orlando this morning declared 2012 its "Year to be Here.""Never before have we created this many new experiences across the resort in a single year," said Mark Woodbury, President of Universal Creative during the invitation-only webcast (embedded below) to announce the resort's plans for the year. Here's what's coming to the resort, which we first told you about earlier this month:Blue Man Group debuts a new show in February.Universal Creative is reanimating The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man, with a 4K HD 3D film, to open in March. The Stan Lee cameo is…

  • 2012 Best Attraction Tournament: Best 2D Film?

    25 Jan 2012 | 9:07 am
    By Robert Niles: Film provides an important component in many theme park attractions, but a great film can stand on its own as an attraction, too. Today in the 2012 Theme Park Insider Tournament, we're honoring the best of the best in theme park 2-D film experiences.Here are your top nominees, based on Theme Park Insider reader ratings. For the winner, let's select the film that best engages the viewer, rewarding us with stunning visuals and a unique experience. Campaign for your favorite in the comments, or hit up Facebook and Twitter to rally the troops to your favorite film's…
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    Entertainment News from Disney, Universal and more - Jim Hill Media

  • "Be Our Guest" features an unvarnished take on Disney Company history

    Jim Hill
    26 Jan 2012 | 10:10 am
    I have to admit that It's been kind of amusing to watch the reaction (both here and elsewhere around the Web) that Tuesday's "What's really behind the sudden change in Disney Parks & Resorts' facial hair policy" story has been getting. With all sorts of would-be Disney scholars weighing on whether The Happiest Place on Earth actually had an official policy in place in regards to personal grooming when this theme park first opened to the public back on July of 1955. The...(read more)

  • What's really behind the sudden change in Disney Parks & Resorts' facial hair policy?

    Jim Hill
    24 Jan 2012 | 11:05 am
    You're going to read a lot today about how - by revising their long-standing policy on facial hair - Disney Parks and Resorts is now turning its back on nearly 60 years of tradition. Which isn't entirely true. I mean, if Walt Disney himself really insisted that no one with a beard or a mustache be allowed to work inside of one of his theme parks, then how do you explain Sheriff Lucky and Black Bart ... Sheriff Lucky and Black Bart from Disneyland's 1957 souvenir guidebook. Copyright Disney...(read more)

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  • Desperate Housewives Kiss Them Goodbye Auction - Own a Piece of Wisteria Lane

    All the News
    24 Jan 2012 | 10:11 am
    Click here to view the current auction items from Desperate Housewives . Desperate Housewives Auction To commemorate the final season of this landmark series, ABC Studios, in partnership with VIP Fan Auctions, is offering fans a once in a lifetime opportunity to bid on iconic props, wardrobe and set decorations from Desperate Housewives ! Launching January 24th and with new items being offered every week, fans will have access to an array of amazing items from all eight seasons of Desperate Housewives...(read more)

  • Magic Kingdom presents an abbreviated "Dream," Blue Man Group regroups

    Jim Hill
    23 Jan 2012 | 12:01 pm
    January used to be the start of the slow season at the stateside Disney Parks. How so? So slow that - immediately after New Year's Day -- Disneyland Park wouldn't even open on Mondays & Tuesdays. Copyright Disney Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved Which -- as far as the maintenance crew who worked at this Anaheim theme park was concerned - was a good thing. Given that - with no Guests in the Park underfoot for two days out of the week during the early Fall & late Winter ... Well...(read more)
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  • Vogue: Strike A Pose!

    Davelandweb
    28 Jan 2012 | 5:08 am
    Back in the day, actresses had to do more than just act. They had to learn how to walk, pose, smile, sing, dance...it was all part of the studio grooming system. Just look at Jane Wyman in this publicity shot for "Lucy Gallant." The perfectly turned toe...the head turned down at just the right angle. She paid attention and she went far. Even child star Shirley Temple had to make friends with the still camera. Fashionably decked out in this 1940's ensemble, Shirley was ready to put the moves on Cary Grant in "The Bachelor and the Bobby Soxer." Despite the fact that her character was a drunk,…

  • From Beverly Hills to The Jungle Cruise Ancient Shrine

    Davelandweb
    27 Jan 2012 | 2:01 am
    From the Disneyland Line Newsletter of July 14, 1977 comes this interview with Harper Goff, with a great story of how a tree was acquired for The Jungle Cruise attraction. We learned and made decisions as we went along. Walt wanted to use the squid from the movie "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea" in some sort of boat ride but it was in bad condition and the wires that pulled the tentacles would have been hard to hide. But we had both seen "The African Queen" and we began to think of hippos and other animals which could be operated without wires and still have animated elements. We brought in Bob…

  • Traveling Thursdays: The West Baden Springs Hotel, Pt. 1

    Davelandweb
    26 Jan 2012 | 5:36 am
    At the turn of the century, The West Baden Springs Hotel in southern Indiana, was known as the Eighth Wonder of the World. Guests arrived from Chicago & Louisville by train at the very depot shown in vintage shot #1. The hotel and its grounds were also dubbed the Carlsbad of America, since guests could partake of the waters and cure themselves of all sorts of diseases, just like the mineral springs in Carlsbad, Germany. Carlsbad (or Karlsbad) is a German placename meaning "Charles's Spa," named after Charles IV, Holy Roman Emperor (1316–1378). Seen in the background here, the centerpiece of…

  • NWRR Mine Train: You Are There

    Davelandweb
    25 Jan 2012 | 3:57 am
    Sometimes, the addition of one image to my collection is like getting the final missing piece to a puzzle. It allows me to see 'the big picture' an assemble a post that tells a story instead of a single moment. Today, I am assembling a batch of photos that when posted together, will allow the view to experience what a guest would have seen in the line queue of the Nature's Wonderland attraction during the 1960's. First up is the anticipation as the NWRR Mine Train pulls into the Rainbow Ridge station. As you check out the details of this August 1965 beauty... be sure to notice the guests…

  • Less Is More...Unless It's The 70's

    Davelandweb
    24 Jan 2012 | 5:23 am
    These first two photos (circa 1956 & 1968) show the Mad Tea Party as I believe it should look; colorful and crazy. And then we come to this photo from August 1969. The first time I saw the Mad Tea Party attraction with these frilly arches I assumed it had to be a shot from Walt Disney World, where 1970's overdone-psychedelic-design ran rampant. But no...it was definitely Disneyland. Somewhere between August 1968 and August 1969, these crazy little arches were added between the lightposts. Somehow, they just didn't seem to fit into Fantasyland's Festival Tournament theming. Instead, they…
 
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  • Souvenir Friday- Gifts From Disneyland Catalog

    27 Jan 2012 | 7:51 am
    This gift catalog is from 1959 and features some great souvenir items. Most people will fixate upon the animation cels available for sale. However my eyes go to some of the more obscure souvenirs like the Skyway Chalet weather predictor and the Submarine Voyage charm bracelet. Now to go back in time and do a little shopping.

  • Parking Lot Circa 1959

    26 Jan 2012 | 8:11 am
    Three images of one of the beloved lost areas of Disneyland, the parking lot. Two of the views show the lovely Matterhorn, a sight I remember as being magical and the sign that we had arrived at Disneyland. First up a shot of one of the couples with the Matterhorn in the background. Next up the two couples who had just enjoyed a day at the park walking back to their vehicles. Another shot of both couples with one of the gentleman holding ticket books in his pocket and his wife holding a 1959 Guidebook. They are standing in front of a Pontiac Station Wagon.

  • Prop Plaza Universal Studios Hollywood

    25 Jan 2012 | 9:17 am
    Once upon a time at Universal Studios there was a prop plaza featuring large objects from Land of the Giants as well as vehicles you could pose in with a rolling screen and also styrofoam rocks you could pick up. It was a fun place to hang out and play, as well as many a souvenir photograph was taken at the site. First up is the Stagecoach with the scrim rolling behind it. Next up are a set of books featuring recent movies released by Universal. Such classics as Jaws, the Hindenburg and Earthquake. This photo was not loading initially, but it is a great image of the prop telephone.

  • "it's a small world"

    24 Jan 2012 | 7:20 am
    A nice set of photographs featuring the front of "it's a small world." First up is the family posing in front of the sign. The little girl in the middle is using the built in sunglasses on her hat. Next up are images of the wonderful clock at the front of the attraction. This clock was designed by Rolly Crump and features a great kinetic parade.

  • Hot Fresh Popcorn 1958

    23 Jan 2012 | 6:28 am
    Two color snapshots from 1958. First off the very good looking young man is posing in front of the Popcorn Wagon on Main Street. His girl friend is posing on the steps of Main Street Station. In the background is a light pole sign for the new Grand Canyon for the railroad and a large banner for Alice in Wonderland and the Columbia. Some close up images of the advertising.
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    Blue Sky Disney

  • Blue Sky In Eleven (Part One)...

    27 Jan 2012 | 12:25 am
    Slowly, we're back...Even though Blue Sky was quiet for the last part of the year, a lot still went on...The beginning of the year saw an eyesore from the Disneyland Resort's Second Gate disappear.I focused on what I thought was the true successor to Colonel Henry Walton, Jr., Ph.D.We started to get enlightened on what Shanghai Disneyland was going to become.This post offered a great interview with Glen Keane that focused on the difference between the Lamp and the Mouse.Blue Sky put some perspective on what to create a Disney theme park/not create a Disney theme park.Or this really great…

  • Buying An Empire...

    18 Jan 2012 | 4:14 pm
    The Force will be with him, always...Yes, this will be another one of those posts...George Lucas gave an interview with the New York Times where he talked about how he is done with the commercial part of his career. Even producer Rick McCallum commented on it saying: "Once this is finished, he's done everything he's ever wanted to do," Imagine that, to have accomplished all your goals in life. Not many people can say that.But if we are to believe him, it brings up that question I always wondered. Will he take Lucasfilm public, sell all, or part of the company? There is plenty of reason to…

  • Contemporary By Design...

    10 Jan 2012 | 9:46 am
    Now let's do something about the last hotel...If you've been to the Disneyland Resort lately, you've seen all that construction...Not just in the parks, but around the entire resort. And one of those projects that is about to end is the renovation/makeover of the Disneyland Hotel. After almost three years, the hotel is in the final stages of turning itself into an actual Disney Hotel. I know for some that might sound confusing, but those of us that remember, know that it wasn't even owned by the Mouse till 1989.That's when Jack Wrather's company was bought by Disney, simply to own the hotel.

  • Gratitide...

    7 Jan 2012 | 6:00 pm
    I just wanted to thank all those that have commented...Both private and in the comments section, people have really said embarrassingly nice things about me.While I can't promise the site will be back up to normal publishing, it will slowly start to have more new content. So please be patient. And thanks again for the warm thoughts.It means a lot...

  • Test Patterns...

    6 Jan 2012 | 10:18 am
    Sorry for the silence, guys...But life has to take preference over some things, and unfortunately, I've had to deal with some of those things. While they're not over, they have gotten to a point where I will be able to handle posting.Next week, post will begin slowly. While I can't promise that they'll be back up to normal levels for a while, they will begin again.And for those that have asked if the blog is dead, I hope this answers it...
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  • Disneyland Guidebook - Summer/Fall 1979

    27 Jan 2012 | 8:13 am
    Please excuse the lack of posts this week, I’ve been on Jury Duty all week; let me tell you all about it… Oh wait, it’s not over yet!  Moving ahead 10 years from Monday’s post, here is the entire Summer/Fall 1979 Disneyland Guide Book. I’ll post the PDF version this weekend.

  • Disneyland Guide Book - Summer 1969

    23 Jan 2012 | 2:01 am
    Looking back at my last post of a May 1969 Disneyland Ticket book I realized I forgot something, the Guide Book of course!  This post contains the entire Summer '69 Disneyland Guide Book, you can also download the PDF version here  - Summer '69 Guide Book - 36MB    

  • "15 Adventures in Disneyland" Junior Ticket Book - May 1969

    20 Jan 2012 | 2:01 am
    This ticket book has been sitting on the top of my keyboard for months, I figured its finally time to post it.  From May 1969.  This book is naturally missing its Main Gate admission ticket but there's plenty of lettered tickets left to look at.Shown in alphabetical order, A through E:The Haunted Mansion wont open for a few more months, but boy the park sure had a lot of amazing attractions to chose from.The Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln ticket gets its own special color of Globe Safety Paper.

  • United Air Lines Advertisement - 1965

    18 Jan 2012 | 2:01 am
    This great two page United Air Lines advertisement is from an unknown magazine although the advertisements on the reverse sides are dated 1965.  The World's Fair balloons look fun. Those dogs are riding in style!Creme Puff by Max Factor, dress by C. Capriotti Designs, Inc.

  • AAA News 1982 & Discover Hollywood 2011

    16 Jan 2012 | 2:01 am
    Welcome to Magazine Monday.  Today's we've got two magazines for the price of one!  Neither is very good so maybe together they will make one decent post (don't count on it).First up from February 1982 its the Auto Club News.  Nice cover photo of the Main Street station, why you'd almost think there was a nice Disneyland article within.No great article here, just some park info and a savings program!Interesting how in the early 80's this girl was considered "cute", by today's standards she's in need of a plastic surgeon!Up next we violate the "its vintage if the year…
 
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  • Anything Goes Saturday - The Matterhorn

    28 Jan 2012 | 2:01 am
    We all love the Matterhorn, with its thrilling bobsled ride, and the memories of the Skyway passing through it. But hey! there is another Matterhorn! Who knew! It's located in the Pennine Alps between Italy and Switzerland. This one doesn't have any crazy rides, but I guess I like it anyway. Here are a couple of photos circa 1955, in glorious Kodachrome.Isn't that totally boss? I believe that this photo was taken from the nearby Gornergrat, which affords visitors a spectacular view of its neighbor, when the weather cooperates (it was completely clouded over when I went years ago). If there…

  • Tomorrowland, April 29 1956

    27 Jan 2012 | 2:01 am
    I hope today's photos make you as happy as they make me! Of all of the "lands", the pre-1959 Tomorrowland fascinates me the most. So much of Tomorrowland's history is poory documented, leaving us only with intriguing titles like "The World Beneath Us", "Space Station X-1", and the "Color Gallery" (though one or two photos have sprung up to whet my appetite even more). This first picture was taken from the entrance to Tomorrowland; swivel your head to the left and there was Circarama, the pre-cursor to "Circlevision 360". The first film shown in this format was "A Tour of the West", and as far…

  • New York World's Fair Assortment

    26 Jan 2012 | 2:01 am
    It's time for another visit to the Fair!This must have been quite a sight for weary New Yorkers on their daily commutes - the gleaming World's Fair buildings, in all their strange futuristic shapes. Imagine it at night, too! And even though the Fair was only there for about 18 months (with a 6 month winter hiatus), people probably got used to the view and didn't even notice it any more. It's human nature!From the "moon roof" of the Eastman Kodak pavilion (see it here) comes this view looking sort of south and west; to our left you can see the square top of the "House of Japan". The Austrian…

  • It's A Small World, June 1968

    25 Jan 2012 | 2:01 am
    Here are four more photos from somebody who really loved "It's a Small World"! When you are one of the Three Little Pigs, you are used to adoration and stardom. It just comes with the territory. Which piggy is this? The "Piper Pig"? Or the "Fiddler Pig"? Either way, that young girl is thrilled! Meanwhile, check out the guy who has completely unbuttoned his shirt. Thank goodness for t-shirts! I'll bet he wishes he had a cold can of Pabst Blue Ribbon.The Big Bad Wolf has mellowed since 1933. Now he loves kids, especially when they are fricasseed. The older of the two boys notices that the wolf…

  • Souvenir Dungeon - Kibbles and Bits

    24 Jan 2012 | 2:01 am
    Here are some oddball Disneyland souvenirs that you might enjoy taking a look at! They don't have to be ultra rare to be fun.Hey looky, it's a li'l plastic Mark Twain in a li'l plastic bottle! It's resting on a blue marshmallow blob. This cheesy item is probably from the late 1960's or the 1970's; it was cheap, and I really like it! (The glued-on end of the bottle says "Walt Disney Productions" on it, in case you were wondering).Months ago I posted photos of some metal "tip trays" featuring Main Street vehicles. Here's another one that I just got, with the lovable and infrugable Omnibus.I…
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  • Magic Kingdom January 2012 Construction Update

    Kathy Werling
    26 Jan 2012 | 11:12 pm
    I promised I would update everyone with the construction and rehabs at the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. There isn’t an area of Magic Kingdom where they aren’t working.  Don’t let that scare you though.  It’s still a great time to visit Walt Disney World.  You just need to manage your family’s expectations.  There is [...]

  • Universal Orlando Announcements: 2012 The Year to be Here

    Aaron DelPrince
    25 Jan 2012 | 10:24 pm
    During a live webcast this morning, Universal Orlando gave the media updates on current projects and made some exciting new announcements around upcoming entertainment offerings in 2012.  Continue through the page break to learn more of what’s in store for 2012 at the Universal Orlando Resort.  Mark Woodbury, the President of Universal Creative, and Jim [...]

  • President Obama Issues Executive Order at Disney World, Why?

    Dave Parfitt
    22 Jan 2012 | 4:50 pm
    Thusday, January 19th President Barack Obama traveled to Walt Disney World.  However, this was no ordinary vacation or celebration of some sports championship.  Standing at the end of the Magic Kingdom’s Main Street U.S.A., President Obama issued an Executive Order aimed at increasing travel to the United States in the latest effort to boost the economy.  Continue [...]

  • Culinary Quest: Disneyland’s new Jolly Holiday Bakery

    Tony Spittell
    20 Jan 2012 | 10:25 am
    Disneyland has introduced a new restaurant and bakery - the Jolly Holiday Bakery. This is more of a reimagining of Blue Ribbon Bakery that had been located on Main Street for many many years. The bakery portion is still there at the new location. They offer a variety of sweets, treats, and espresso beverages, which I did [...]

  • The President comes to Walt Disney World

    Kathy Werling
    19 Jan 2012 | 4:15 pm
    It was an exciting day here in Orlando! President B. Obama came to Walt Disney World today.  I had planned to stay away because I thought Magic Kingdom would be crazy busy but it really wasn’t. When I arrived at the Ticket and Transportation Center they had just closed down the monorails because of the [...]
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  • Theme Parks and Water Parks : Disney Land Question - advice needed

    27 Jan 2012 | 9:38 am
    Author: banzai0636Subject: Disney Land Question - advice neededPosted: January 27 2012 at 3:38pmWe have been going to Disney World for years and have normally stayed for 4-6 days, but decided to try Disneyland this year.  We've got two kids 13/11 who love rides.  How many days would you recommend we get for our park hoppers?  We originally thought 3 days, but a friend says both parks can each be one in a day so don't go longer than two.Any advice you can give me is appreciated.thank you,

  • Disney Shopping, Disney Merchandise, Disneyana Deals : Disney Collector Packs

    25 Jan 2012 | 4:51 pm
    Author: devilwbluedressSubject: Disney Collector PacksPosted: January 25 2012 at 10:51pmHi Sue...Just go to my name and you will see an arrow.  It is a drop-down menu.  Just click on "send private message".Nancy~

  • Disney Shopping, Disney Merchandise, Disneyana Deals : Disney Collector Packs

    25 Jan 2012 | 3:29 pm
    Author: cincymomSubject: Disney Collector PacksPosted: January 25 2012 at 9:29pmNancy Let me know how much I owe you for the figures. When you say to "message you" my address, how should I do that? Should I email you? Thanks! Sue

  • Disney Shopping, Disney Merchandise, Disneyana Deals : Disney Collector Packs

    24 Jan 2012 | 11:19 am
    Author: DisneyCollectorPacksSubject: Disney Collector PacksPosted: January 24 2012 at 5:19pmHey Everybody!I know that it has been a really long time since the last time I have been on, but I just recently lost my job, so gotta sell my entire collection (except for my series 2 and series 3) So here's the list: all have prices (shipping is free unless you buy less than 10)Series 1:Complete set of 18 (retired series will include the original packaging)- $76 FREE shippingorPM me if you want individuals :DSeries 4:Complete set of 18 (retired series will include the original…

  • Disney Shopping, Disney Merchandise, Disneyana Deals : Disney Collector Packs

    22 Jan 2012 | 2:22 pm
    Author: devilwbluedressSubject: Disney Collector PacksPosted: January 22 2012 at 8:22pmHi Sue...Sorry it has taken me so long to get back to you.  Here is what I have for you:Series 1: Kali River Rapids, Thunder Mountain Railroad, Peter Pan, Dumbo, Test Track Car, CTX VehicleSeries 5:  Safari Jeep, Haunted Mansion, AK Tree of Life, Tower of TerrorSeries 10:  Rock 'n Roller Coaster LimoSeries 11:  Splash MountainA few were not on your list, but I added them since they are attractions.  Message me with your address.Nancy~
 
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  • News TDS: "Mickey & Duffy's Spring Voyage" and "Disney Walk"

    iluvHKDL
    28 Jan 2012 | 1:51 am
    Spring at Tokyo Disney Resort press release: http://www.olc.co.jp/wpmu/wp-content...120113_011.pdf Disney Walk 2012: Press release Official website TDL Disney's Easter Wonderland - The Disney's Easter Wonderland Parade is back - Egg Hunt in Tokyo Disneyland - Disney Drawing Class TDS Mickey and Duffy's Spring Voyage - "Lido Isle Welcome to Spring" show (Lido Isle) - "Easter in New York" show (Waterfront Park) - "Springtime Surprise" show (Arabian Coast Courtyard) You may also want to see DuffyDaisuki's thread: http://micechat.com/forums/duffy-dis...30-2012-a.html

  • News WoC officially cancelled 1/27 due to high winds

    F!an
    27 Jan 2012 | 11:40 pm
    Second showing of WoC tonight (1/27) was cancelled due to high winds. It was crazy. The wind was blowing constantly during the first show sending water towards MFW/SSS/etc nearly horizontally at times. Around 8:00 they started the spiels "Due to high winds...may be cancelled" for the 8:15 show and roughly at 8:30 it was officially cancelled.

  • Fun Cheeseburgers, cheeseburgers, cheeseburgers!

    Redd Rockett
    27 Jan 2012 | 10:13 pm
    I love CHEESEBURGERS. When I die and they cut me open to find out why, they're only going to find two things ... CHEESE and BURGERS! (ok, credit for that line goes to George Foreman). So, where do you get the very best cheeseburgers inside and outside Disneyland? In my completely impartial and unbiased opinion (ha), here are my favorites... 1. In-N-Out - This goes without saying. If DCA had put in one of these instead of a McDonalds, it would still be there. 2. Bob's Big Boy Double-Decker - One of my favorites, but I'm sure there are others that wouldn't agree. Can't be good for you, just…

  • Sad day, Disney Room is becoming a home gym. Do I have what you need?

    Skawt
    27 Jan 2012 | 8:30 pm
    Well, the Disney Room is becoming a home gym and so I am selling off around 80% of my Disney collectibles. Only keeping the sentimental items. Take a look at the pictures below, I will also be posting more images of specific items as I clean out the room but email me if there are items you might be interested in and what you would like to pay and we'll see what we can work out. I will try and watch for PM's but would prefer e-mail to scott@smallbeck.com If you are in the Seattle area you can come by and take a look in person. Email for address, etc. Life magazine was a gift and not for sale…

  • Radio Disney Club in English ! (New Version)

    77CWFA
    27 Jan 2012 | 8:11 pm
    After one month of hard work, we are proudly present now, the new version of Radio Disney Club. The new website proposes you a design more adapted than the former. Above for you, english auditors. One of the most revolutionnary news is that you'll be able to read now, the Disney news and documents in english ! Also, fourth version of RDC allows to vote cons or for any music that is broadcasted. Finaly, we bought new difusion device which should improve the quality of Disney Play Radio (LiVE). So, to conclude, we hope the V4 Radio Disney Club will be The version of dreams and imagination ! We…
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  • Hope for Hand Drawn Animation: Minkyu Lee's "Adam and Dog" trailer

    10 Jan 2012 | 1:51 pm
    Traditional character/hand-drawn animator (and current Disney visdev artist) Minkyu Lee has been working on a personal film over the past two years, a short that from the looks of the footage I've seen proves it's possible for beautiful and polished work to be achieved by a very small number of individuals, if the people involved--and especially the person in charge--has the chops to pull it off.Obviously Minkyu Lee does. This has the look of what we tend to call "classical animation". By the way, Minkyu painted all the backgrounds himself. There are only 6 key animators listed in his…

  • Merry Christmas from a couple of legends

    20 Dec 2011 | 1:27 pm
     A Christmas card from Ray and Charles EamesLast night for their season finale, the PBS series American Masters aired a new documentary about the work and lives of Charles and Ray Eames, called "America's most important and influential American designers" in the PBS description--a claim I'd be hard pressed to argue with. Watch the trailer for the film here: Watch Charles & Ray Eames: The Architect and the Painter on PBS. See more from American Masters.Bob WirthThere's a brief shot of the two working around what looks for all the world like Ward Kimball's train room, though I'm pretty…

  • Icons of Animation-another great Fred Moore piece going, going...

    17 Dec 2011 | 2:52 pm
    Profiles In History's "Icons of Animation" auction is happening right now, 11am PST, Saturday the 17th, so you still have a shot at acquiring the Fred Moore piece pictured above.[5pm PST: it sold for the low-end estimate of $3,000]Everything published on Blackwing Diaries is copyright Jennifer Lerew 2007; no unauthorized swiping and reposting of text or images from this site will be tolerated. Linking is one thing(I do too, of course), but plagarism is bad, bad, bad. Do NOT do it.

  • Christmas in Manhattan, 1934

    15 Dec 2011 | 7:28 pm
    ...as imagined by Frances Goodrich, Albert Hackett, Woody Van Dyke, inspired by Dashiell Hammett and interpreted by Myrna Loy, William Powell and Asta, I give you Christmas morning with the Charles family.Everything published on Blackwing Diaries is copyright Jennifer Lerew 2007; no unauthorized swiping and reposting of text or images from this site will be tolerated. Linking is one thing(I do too, of course), but plagarism is bad, bad, bad. Do NOT do it.

  • A Merry Christmas from Disney's in 1955

    13 Dec 2011 | 3:43 pm
     This is a repost of one of my earliest entries, shortly after I began this blog in 2005. I think it suits the season and so merits an encore.This is the front of the Disney Studio's 1955 Christmas card.  It's quite a beautifully done thing; printed on a soft, high-quality paper, it's a large card that opens into a double-spread of the brand-spanking-new Disneyland, with a calendar running down the sides.  I was unable to scan the entire thing, as it's just a bit longer than my scanner is.  Great artwork--I don't know whose...anyone have any ideas?May your fifty-years-on…
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  • Vinylmation Sea Creatures

    Jessica
    27 Jan 2012 | 9:22 am
    If you like collecting Disney Vinylmation, here are some from the Sea Creatures Series:   Buy now! Vinylmation Sea Creatures Series 3" Figure – Sea Turtle $9.95  $5.99 Vinylmation Sea Creatures Series 3" Figure – Sea Turtle   Buy now! Vinylmation Sea Creatures Series 3" Figure – Humpback Whale $9.95  $5.99 Vinylmation Sea Creatures Series 3" Figure – Humpback Whale   Buy now! Vinylmation Sea Creatures Series 3" Figure – Lobster $9.95  $5.99 Vinylmation Sea Creatures Series 3" Figure…

  • Vinylmation Urban Series

    Jessica
    24 Jan 2012 | 3:07 pm
    If you like collecting Disney Vinylmation, here are some from the Urban Series:   Buy now! Vinylmation Urban 6 Series 9" Figure – Gumball Machine with 3" Kid $74.95 Vinylmation Urban 6 Series 9" Figure – Gumball Machine with 3" Kid   Buy now! Vinylmation Urban 5 Series 9" Figure – Creature with 3" Creature $74.95 Vinylmation Urban 5 Series 9" Figure – Creature with 3" Creature   Buy now! Vinylmation Urban 7 Series 9" Figure – Milk Carton with 3" Orange Juice Carton $74.95 Vinylmation Urban 7 Series…

  • Toy Story Bedding

    Jessica
    20 Jan 2012 | 2:43 pm
    Here is a great selection of Toy Story bedding, including Toy Story Sheets, Toy Story Comforters, and more! ShopsProductPriceDisney Toy Story 3 Bedding Collection Multi Tw Sheet Set$21.24 Buy Now! Disney Pixar Toy Story Sheet Set $21.88 Buy Now! Disney Toy Story Twin Sheet Set $22.00 Buy Now!Disney Toy Story 3 Piece Twin Sheet Set$26.99 Buy Now!Toy Story Toddler Sheet Set -2 Piece$27.50 Buy Now!Disney Toy Story "To the Rescue" Full Sheet Set$32.37 Buy Now! Disney Toy Story Twin Sheet Set $33.00 Buy Now! Disney Toy Story Twin/Full Size Comforter $34.00 Buy Now!Disney/Pixar Toy Story Protecting…

  • Mickey Mouse Train

    Jessica
    13 Jan 2012 | 11:04 am
    Is your child a big Disney fan who also loves trains? If so, you’re going to love these products. They’re Mickey Mouse Train items! There are a few Disney Monorail items as well, also a lot of fun to pla with! ShopsProductPriceThe Bradford Exchange OnlineDisney Wonderland Express Miniature Snowglobe Train Collection$24.99 Buy Now!NEW Disney Die Cast Monorail Train Collector Toy WDW$24.99 Buy Now!Matchbox Disney Mickey Mouse Clubhouse 5 Pack Cars$24.99 Buy Now!Brio 32231 DISNEY Micky Mouse Clubhouse Mickey and Cabriolet$27.95used from: $.70 Buy Now!Fisher Price Mickey's Magic Choo…

  • Mickey Mouse Bedding

    Jessica
    12 Jan 2012 | 10:12 pm
    Love Mickey Mouse? Here’s a great selection of Mickey Mouse Bedding: ShopsProductPriceDisney Vintage Mickey Fitted Crib Sheet$14.13 Buy Now!Disney Mickey Mouse Club Campfire Micro Raschel Blanket$22.88used from: $35.86 Buy Now!Disney Mickey Mouse 3 Piece Twin Sheet Set Cotton Rich$29.99 Buy Now!Disney Mickey Mouse 4 Piece Full Sheet Set Cotton Rich$32.99used from: $35.86 Buy Now!Disney Mickey Mouse Camp Fire Friends Twin Sheet Set$35.00 Buy Now!Disney Reversible Vintage Mickey Plane Crazy Twin Bedding Comforter$39.95used from: $33.98 Buy Now!Disney Mickey Mouse Park Plush Twin Mink…
 
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  • Tables in Wonderland February 2012 Event

    AJ
    27 Jan 2012 | 5:34 pm
    Click image to see full-sized version Woo!! Tables in Wonderland has a v. cool event planned for February! Once again, I won’t be in Orlando at the right time, but hopefully some of you can go!! Design & Display Warehouse Tables in Wonderland Event Saturday February 25, 2012, 6:30pm – 9:00pm Price: $95 per person, plus tax. Gratuity is included. Scroll to bottom for booking information The Park Event Operations Design and Display team dreams, designs, and creates themed atmosphere settings for Conventions, Special Events, and many other activities throughout the Walt Disney World…

  • News! A Sweet New Addition to Cinderella’s Royal Table

    AJ
    27 Jan 2012 | 1:00 pm
    Thanks to the folks at Mega_Bites for sharing this awesome news with us on twitter! Cinderella’s Royal Table in the Magic Kingdom at Disney World has added a new item to the menu: Breakfast Bread Pudding! This looks a heck of a lot like dessert to me, but, then again, so did my stuffed french toast when I ate there! Breakfast Bread Pudding at Cinderella's Royal Table According to the source, this includes bread pudding, Mascarpone, chocolate shavings, and fresh berries. Yum!! As always, stay up to date on the latest Disney Food news by checking out our always-updated Disney Food News…

  • Care For Some Disney With That Winery?

    AJ
    26 Jan 2012 | 10:42 pm
    Many folks hear “Disney” and immediately think of Dumbo, oppressive heat, or waiting in lines all day. But one of our many goals here at the Disney Food Blog is to show another side of Disney — the side that includes yummy eats, relaxing restaurants, indulgent drinks, and even a few sophisticated wines! For example, I knew that a few vineyards had ties to Disney, but I had no idea how many winemakers were somehow associated with the man and his mirthful creations! Here are four that we found had ties to the Disney name…would love to hear of others, or to hear your…

  • First Look: New “Ice Cream” Pins from Disney’s Soda Fountain & Studio Store

    Heather
    26 Jan 2012 | 2:00 pm
    A recent trip up to Disney’s Soda Fountain & Studio Store in Hollywood led me to discover these adorable Limited Edition ice cream themed pins that I just had to have. Just released recently, there are only 300 of each pin available. The pins will set you back $10.95 a piece. I wish those ol’ time ice cream prices on the signs still rang true! Mickey Ice Cream Sundae Pin Minnie Ice Cream Pin Love the Chip and Dale one! Chip & Dale "Double" Scoop Ice Cream Pin Stitch Ice Cream Pin Jiminy Cricket Ice Cream "Shake" Pin AND, if you’re looking for…

  • Snack Series: Coppa Delizia from Italy’s Gelato Stand in Epcot

    AJ
    25 Jan 2012 | 10:45 pm
    Over the past few years, Italy has become one of my favorite countries in Epcot. They have the best pizza in Disney World, a little tiny canal to remind me of wandering around Venice, a fun mask painter, and, of course, gelato. View from Italy The little gelato stand in Italy is easy to walk by without noticing. It looks like several other plain kiosks in Epcot — the ones that sell coffee and those ubiquitous cookies and pastries (which aren’t bad, but they don’t hold a candle to what I’m about to show you). But when you get a little closer and check out the menu,…
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  • #Avengers Assemble! Follow and Chat with @Avengers on Twitter

    Suzannah DiMarzio
    27 Jan 2012 | 9:48 pm
    I know a LOT of people who will be very happy about the press release that just crossed my inbox, so I had to share! –Marvel Studios announced today that they will be sponsoring a Global Twitter Chat on Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at 11 a.m. (PST) with cast members and the director of their highly anticipated action-adventure “Marvel’s The Avengers,” opening in theaters on May 4, 2012. The 30-minute live tweeting event features writer/director Joss Whedon and cast members Tom Hiddleston and Clark Gregg.   Fans around the world will be able to participate in the Q&A on…

  • Floridian Ingredients Meet Country Italian Creations at Downtown Disney’s Portobello

    Suzannah DiMarzio
    26 Jan 2012 | 11:11 am
    Portobello's beautiful exterior With so many amazing dining options at Walt Disney World, and for most visitors, a limited amount of days to enjoy them, it can be difficult to experience them all. I will admit that even as a local, it’s easy to pass by some restaurants and just go with what you’re used to. Our family dinner at Portobello last weekend is proof that it’s important to branch out – you may get pleasantly surprised by the delicious creations that lay in wait. It was a bit chilly the night we arrived for our 6:30 reservation, and the first thing my…

  • Tinker Bell Disney Dooney & Bourke Bags to Debut at Disneyland Half Marathon

    Suzannah DiMarzio
    24 Jan 2012 | 6:16 pm
    Ok, now it’s bad enough that Disneyland’s inaugural 1/2 Marathon has a Tinker Bell theme and I will not be able to attend (or run for that matter!) but now DisneyParks Blog has just announced that a new Disney Dooney & Bourke bags with the Tink design will also debut for the weekend! Torture, I tell ya! There aren’t too many details now, but here’s what we know so far:   It looks like there are three styles, all previously released – the Medium Tote will be $198, Letter Carrier will be $168 and Flap Wristlet will be $49. The Art of Disney Parks site…

  • Finding Nemo 3D Trailer-Just Keep Swimming This Fall!

    Suzannah DiMarzio
    23 Jan 2012 | 7:35 pm
    DUDE!  The DisneyPixar instant classic that taught us to leave our comfort zone, explore our world, and just keep swimming is coming back to theatres in crystal-clear 3D. The beautiful undersea universe created by Pixar’s computer animation is perfect for the transformation to 3D.  This Fall, we’ll laugh, cry and remember that fish are friends, not food, once again. Enjoy the trailer below, or, in Whale, ennnnnjooooooooy theeeeeee traaaaaaaaaaaillllllllllllllleeeeeeeeeeerrrrrrrrrr!!!   “Like” FINDING NEMO 3D on Facebook   FINDING NEMO returns to theatres…

  • SeaWorld Just For Kids Weekends, Valentines Packages and More!

    Suzannah DiMarzio
    21 Jan 2012 | 11:00 am
    SeaWorld knows how to keep little ones entertained and with the recent announcement of the PreSchool Pass getting kids under 5 in for free, along with the Just for Kids concerts below, there is no reason not to check out the park’s offerings. We were recently invited to check out the Lazytown concert, which I loved because my two older kids grew up watching Lazytown. The show itself was a fun little overview of what Lazytown is all about – getting kids to eat healthy; “sports candy” or fruit and veggies vs. junk food, and exercise vs. sitting around. The show was…
 
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  • Holy Cow, That Was Bad! My Top Five Worst Disney Foods.

    Christina Wood
    27 Jan 2012 | 8:00 am
    Looks good, but how does it taste?I love Disney food and often find myself defending it to non-fans, but not everything is worthy of praise. Case in point, these five culprits.1. Sweet Cream Cheese Pretzel at the Lunching Pad in the Magic Kingdom. At $4.29, this pretzel is a good use of your snack credit. Unfortunately, that's where the praise ends. These tasteless, leaden pretzels should be taken out during the Electrical Water Pageant and umceremoniously dumped into the Seven Seas Lagoon.2. The Caesar Salad with Chicken from Pinocchio Village Haus in the Magic Kingdom. Think you can't mess…

  • Restaurant Review: 50s Prime Time Cafe.

    Christina Wood
    26 Jan 2012 | 8:37 am
    Stepping in from the hot Florida sun into 50s Prime Time Cafe is like stepping into your grandmother's living room, if your grandmother's house was decorated in a fun, 50s-style kitsch. Black and white televisions playing old favorites, formica, pinks, blues, and 50s futuristic touches, this restaurant is nostalgic fun for anyone, whether you lived through that era or just watched it on Nick at Night.Fun waiting area/living room with 50s touches.Your server here will call herself "mom" or perhaps "cousin" or even "uncle," but they'll all have one thing in common: Making sure you mind your…

  • Disney's Childrens Activity Centers: The Sandcastle Club at Yacht and Beach Club.

    Christina Wood
    25 Jan 2012 | 6:54 am
    The kids clubs at Walt Disney World are a great way to give yourself a little bit of grown up time during a busy vacation. Maybe you want a quiet dinner at a more upscale restaurant or just want to go on some rides the kids are too young for?  Whatever the reason, Disney's kids' clubs are a great way to carve out a little bit of time for  yourself.  We've used the Neverland Club before and it was a huge hit, but in December we were staying at Boardwalk and planning on eating at Yacht Club, so we wanted something a little closer, so chose the Sandcastle…

  • Should You Add Charing Privileges to Your Key to the World Card?

    Christina Wood
    24 Jan 2012 | 9:17 am
    When you check into your Disney resort, you'll be given the option of having your credit or debit card added to your room key (known as your Key to the World card or KTTW), but should you do it?  Here's what adding your card offers:Convenience.  Your tickets,* money, dining plan credits, and room key are all on one card. When you pay your server at a sit-down restaurant, he can easily add your tip to the card. If you're on the dining plan and you use your debit card (to pay for the tip and extras like appetizers and items not on the plan) and your room key, there's an…

  • Disney's Club Level: What is it and Do I Want it?

    Christina Wood
    23 Jan 2012 | 5:56 am
    The iconic Grand Floridian is just one resort that offers club level serviceSpend enough time in the Disney universe (you know, at the parks, on Disney message boards, in chat rooms with other Disney fans, etc.), and you'll hear a lot of chatter about “club level” at Disney resorts. There are lots of questions – What is it? What do I get with it? Is it available at all resorts? Does it cost a lot? And, there are an equal number of comments, on both sides of the fence, so it's hard to wrap your head around all of it. Club level is Disney's version of concierge. While a number of hotels…
 
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  • The Men of WDW Radio Running Team “Royal Family 5K” Challenge

    Valerie Drew
    27 Jan 2012 | 12:03 am
    Mike “AV” Beckerman and Steve “The Kitchen Sinkanator” Drew are up for the challenge of POSSIBLY wearing TuTus for the Princess Marathon weekend “Royal Family 5K” Race How can we make them dress like sissy Girly Men you ask? ( Yes, More Girly than this!!!) If you, the Box People and Disney online community ban together to raise $500.00 in donations to The Dream Team Project, they will be sporting Pink TuTus. Wait! There’s more….. If you can take that donation total to the next level, $1000.00 We will have them also sport Tiaras and/or some other…

  • VOTE NOW to Determine Our WDW Radio Fifth Anniversary Activities

    Christy Viszoki
    26 Jan 2012 | 2:52 pm
    As you know, February 11, 2012 is the fifth anniversary of our wonderful Disney community here at WDW Radio.   To celebrate, we are hosting an on-line anniversary party for the Box People.  We asked you all to submit ideas for activities that Lou and his friends can complete in five hours while in the Magic Kingdom on February 11, and WOW, you all brought your creativity hats!!  There was an amazing array of ideas for celebrating the anniversary! Below, please find the final list of ideas submitted  for the anniversary celebration.  We need YOU to select your favorite FIVE ideas.  Lou…

  • Cooking Up Some Magic: Cheeseburger Calzones

    admin
    26 Jan 2012 | 8:54 am
    by Leslie Watson Harris Cooking Up Some Magic – Cheeseburger Calzones from Tony’s Town Square Restaurant The second new Disney cookbook I got for Christmas is Delicious Disney’s Just for Kids which is a bright, colorful book with recipes that are meant to appeal to kids’ palates.  Today we’re making cheeseburger calzones from Tony’s Town Square Restaurant in the Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort. Here’s what you’ll need: MEATBALLS: 12 oz ground beef ½ cup Italian-style bread crumbs ¼ cup chopped onion 2 eggs, beaten ½ cup water 2 tablespoons grated Romano…

  • WDW NewsCast – January 25, 2012 – Storybook Circus, Disney Cruise Line and more

    Lou Mongello
    26 Jan 2012 | 8:26 am
    Topics this week include: - Dumbo and Storybook Circus - Disney Cruise Line – New Ports and Destinations - http://WDWRadioCruise.com - Twilight Zone Tower of Terror 10-Miler Race - and more! —————————- Thanks to our sponsor, http://TouringPlans.com Join us every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. EST at WDWRadioLIVE.com for a LIVE interactive news show covering the Walt Disney World. Be a part of the broadcast and discussion and discuss the news real-time in the chat room. Thanks for watching! Be sure to tune in next week!

  • Memoirs of a UK Cast Member

    admin
    26 Jan 2012 | 7:49 am
    by James Breach Ok well welcome back folks! I know its been a long old while since I last blogged (3 months!) and for that I apologise, however I started a new job and it was a 3 month training course, followed by very unsociable hours! Therefore this shall be a bumper edition, with double magical moments. Lol Now if any of you have amazing memories you may remember that when I last left you, I had just received my confirmation that I had been accepted onto the Graduate Programme and enticed you all with the promise of an excited pixie dust filled day at the American Embassy (yeah right!).
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  • CONFIRMED: ‘John Carter’ Early Screenings at Walt Disney World (Passholders)

    Stitch Kingdom
    27 Jan 2012 | 10:57 pm
    CONFIRMED: ‘John Carter’ Early Screenings at Walt Disney World (Passholders) originally appeared on StitchKingdom.com, the number one unofficial source for news on The Walt Disney Company. Please follow us Twitter and Like on Facebook.As far as we’re concerned, impatience is a virtue. Yesterday we reported that we believed Walt Disney World would be offering free, pre-release screenings of Walt Disney Studios’ John Carter. Thanks to activity on the wdwscreeningtickets.com website, we are now able to confirm that the screenings will in fact be taking place and will be…

  • ‘The Avengers’ Twitter Event with Whedon and Cast Will Tease Super Bowl Ad

    Stitch Kingdom
    27 Jan 2012 | 7:32 pm
    ‘The Avengers’ Twitter Event with Whedon and Cast Will Tease Super Bowl Ad originally appeared on StitchKingdom.com, the number one unofficial source for news on The Walt Disney Company. Please follow us Twitter and Like on Facebook. Marvel Studios announced today that they will be sponsoring a Global Twitter Chat on Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at 2 pm ET/11 am PST with cast members and the director of their highly anticipated action-adventure Marvel’s The Avengers, opening in theaters on May 4, 2012. The 30-minute live tweeting event features writer/director Joss Whedon and cast…

  • Hallmark Hall of Fame’s ‘Firelight’ with Cuba Gooding Jr. to Premiere April 22 on ABC

    Stitch Kingdom
    27 Jan 2012 | 6:39 pm
    Hallmark Hall of Fame’s ‘Firelight’ with Cuba Gooding Jr. to Premiere April 22 on ABC originally appeared on StitchKingdom.com, the number one unofficial source for news on The Walt Disney Company. Please follow us Twitter and Like on Facebook.Academy Award winner Cuba Gooding Jr. stars in a new Hallmark Hall of Fame film, Firelight, premiering Sunday, April 22 at 9:00 pm ET/PT on the ABC Television Network. Darnell Martin (Hallmark Hall of Fame’s Lost Valentine) directs from a script by Ligiah Villalobos (Under the Same Moon).Cuba Gooding Jr. plays Dwayne Johnson…

  • ‘The Avengers’ New Hi-Res Stills Feature Nick Fury, Bruce Banner and More

    Stitch Kingdom
    27 Jan 2012 | 4:34 pm
    ‘The Avengers’ New Hi-Res Stills Feature Nick Fury, Bruce Banner and More originally appeared on StitchKingdom.com, the number one unofficial source for news on The Walt Disney Company. Please follow us Twitter and Like on Facebook. Walt Disney Studios and Marvel Studios have provided us with hi-res versions of several new stills that have recently debuted on Marvel.com. The new images prominently feature Samuel L. Jackson in his role as Nick Fury, head of S.H.I.E.L.D along with Captain America’s alter ego, Steve Rogers (Chris Evans), Bruce Banner (Mark Ruffalo) and Tony…

  • ‘John Carter’ Super Bowl Ad Teaser Promotes ‘Journey to the Super Bowl Sweepstakes’

    Stitch Kingdom
    27 Jan 2012 | 2:39 pm
    ‘John Carter’ Super Bowl Ad Teaser Promotes ‘Journey to the Super Bowl Sweepstakes’ originally appeared on StitchKingdom.com, the number one unofficial source for news on The Walt Disney Company. Please follow us Twitter and Like on Facebook.Walt Disney Studios has quietly posted this television spot to its YouTube channel promoting the anticipated television spot for John Carter to be aired during Super Bowl XLVI on February 5, 2012.Teasing just a tiny bit of footage from the film, the ad promotes a brand new sweepstakes being offered by Disney in which they will be…
 
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  • The Top 10 Disney Movies – #6

    EpisodesReels
    27 Jan 2012 | 10:00 pm
    Episodes & Reels is delivering our monthly Top 10 List a little differently this time around.  We will post one entry in the countdown each night from Jan 23 – Feb 3 on Chip and Co until we finally reveal #1!  Now, here’s our #6 animated Disney film of all-time: Aladdin, 1992 #6 – ALADDIN (1992) Stars: Scott Weinger, Robin Williams Directors: Ron Clements, John Musker Rating: G Take the most popular Arabic storybook of all-time (“1,001 Arabian Nights”) and mix it with – the wildly famous comedian and actor Robin Williams?  Yep, that’s right.  That is exactly…

  • Volkswagen Teams Up with Star Wars for New Game Day Commercial – The Bark Side

    Aljon
    27 Jan 2012 | 8:00 pm
    A canine chorus barks a familiar tune. Keep an eye out for a 2012 Game Day commercial—it will all make sense. Love Star Wars and Volkswagen? Create an Intergalactic Invite to your Big Game party here: http://vw.com/star-wars-invite Related articles Book Review: “Star Wars: The Clone Wars – Incredible Vehicles” (jedimouseketeer.blogspot.com)

  • Disneyland AP Discount Set to Expire May 31

    Jessica
    27 Jan 2012 | 6:00 pm
    The merchandise discounts Disneyland annual passholders currently receive are set to expire May 31, 2012. For a while now, SoCal select, SoCal and Deluxe passholders have been receiving a 10% discount on merchandise and select restaurants, while Premium passholders receive a 20% discount. These discounts have been repeatedly extended. A while back, only Premium passholders received any kind of discount (20%). It is unsure what will be done once the discount expires. There has been no word as to whether the discount will only be for Premium passholders again or will be eliminated completely.

  • Her Royal Highness Package-Cinderella’s Royal Table

    PixieMichele
    27 Jan 2012 | 4:00 pm
    Cinderella’s Royal Table is a very popular dining location at Walt Disney World and is especially popular for celebrations. The castle is prime location for proposals, birthday and anniversary celebrations. Cinderella’s mice have thought up another special way you can celebrate your special day while dining inside her castle. The “Her Royal Highness Package” is the newest way to pamper the princess in your family. The package includes a balloon with six of the Disney Princesses, a tiara (to be princess for a day!) and a 6-inch round cake with your choice of Arial,…

  • The Cruising Secret No One Wants You to Know.

    Chris
    27 Jan 2012 | 2:00 pm
    For most of us, saving money is a priority and if you’re reading here at Chip and Company, you’ve probably scoured the internet looking for ways to cut costs on your Disney vacation.  We all know that Walt Disney World discounts rooms and offers free dining during certain times of the year, but did you know that you can save a little extra on your next cruise? First, let’s be clear:  Disney Cruise Lines almost never offers discounts for cruises. They really don’t have to.  Certain sailings on DCL are booked more than a year in advance so other than a few military…
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    the Disney Driven Life

  • Disney’s Three Caballeros

    Bill I. (NDH#35)
    27 Jan 2012 | 10:30 pm
    At the end of the 1930s, the Disney Studios fantastic successes with Mickey Mouse and the classic animated Movie, “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” began to wane. War clouds were gathering over Europe and the kind of comic relief Mickey and the Silly Symphonies gave the depression-weary country was lost over the impeding fear of a global war. After the war started in September, 1939, the mood was even sourer. In addition, the release of Pinocchio on February 2, 1940 hoped to be as successful as Snow White, was not. The long anticipated “Fantasia” released on November, 13, 1940 was…

  • Dinosaur

    NDI47
    24 Jan 2012 | 10:30 pm
    You climb aboard a time rover.  Everything is going smoothly as you are watching dinosaurs graze and stroll the jungle…but this is only for a short time.  There is a meteorite coming your way!  You have to save yourself! The attraction I am speaking of can be none other than Dinosaur in Disney’s Animal Kingdom in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, which is located in the Dinoland USA portion of the park.  Originally, this was called Countdown to Extinction, which opened the same day that Animal Kingdom itself opened, on April 22, 1998.  However, it was re-named Dinosaur to promote the…

  • Disney’s 2012 Movie Slate

    Ryan K. (NDD#137)
    16 Jan 2012 | 10:30 pm
    It’s that time again!  With a year behind us in 2011, it’s time to look forward to see what Disney has planned for 2012.  If you listen to the Disney Film Project Podcast, you know which one I’m looking forward to the most, but here’s the slate of films Disney will treat us to in 2012. January 13 – Beauty and the Beast in 3D – Not much to say about this, except that it is probably the best hand drawn animated film ever, and it did get nominated for Best Picture.  The addition of 3D did wonders for the box office of The Lion King, and I’d expect the same here.  This will be a…

  • The Principle of Love: An MLK Tribute

    Ami B. (NDM#381)
    16 Jan 2012 | 12:19 pm
    ©D23   How far have we come?  It’s been almost 50 years since his “I have a dream” speech, yet I find myself, on the observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday, asking: How far have we come?   It is safe to say that the strides against racial intolerance have improved.  Inequality in many forms is far from obliterated in our society, but the days of the ridiculous “separate but equal” (and the akin “don’t ask don’t tell”) are gone.  It’s difficult to say that the undoing of a senseless law is progress, but there you have it.  The United States got…

  • Dream #7 – Busy with Disney

    Dean R. (NDD#228)
    15 Jan 2012 | 10:30 pm
    With a passion for Disney, what pursuits does Craig Duncan squeeze in between a full time job and family? How about working on ‘They Disney Brit’, the UKs largest and longest running Disney podcast, the ‘Destination Disney’ radio show and the ‘Eye on Orlando’ radio show both of which are aired live on Florida radio shows. Then there is ‘Mousemeets’ which is UKs Disney annual fan convention and ‘Mousemag’ a free bi-monthly magazine all about Disney written by the Disney Community for the Community. “We have also done something…
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  • #HotFlash giveaway: Win $200 from Global Resort Homes today

    ThemeParkMom
    26 Jan 2012 | 11:00 am
    Global Resort Homes provides vacation rentals at several resort communities around Orlando. And let me tell you, these are the NICE resort communities – the premier ones in the area. Global Resort Homes has rentals close to all the attractions, as well as to the Orange County Convention Center. I have long been a proponent of vacation rentals – they are often around the same price as a hotel, and they offer full kitchens, plenty of room to spread out, and the kids won’t be kept awake having to sleep in the same hotel room with a snoring Dad. (And you can crawl in with the…

  • Stan Lee to appear in Universal’s ‘new’ Spider-Man ride

    ThemeParkMom
    25 Jan 2012 | 11:30 am
    One of the new attractions at Universal Orlando Resort this year is actually an update to one of the most popular rides there – The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. Universal has re-animated the ride in 4K High-Definition, and you’ll wear new high-tech 3D glasses to ride. There are also technological upgrades to the audio and lighting systems. And there was a big surprise in Universal’s media announcement today: Stan Lee! The co-creator of Spider-Man will appear in a cameo on the ride. But Universal execs wouldn’t give any details about how or where Lee would appear.

  • Disney Cruise Line adds homeport in Miami, European itineraries

    ThemeParkMom
    24 Jan 2012 | 10:57 am
    Disney Cruise Line has introduced some new, exciting itineraries for 2013. For the first time ever, there will be sailings from Miami, and the European cruise offerings have been greatly expanded. I am already counting my pennies and trying to decide which one to save up for. You can start booking these cruises on Jan. 26. Here’s the news release from Disney Cruise Line: In 2013, Disney Cruise Line will offer new itineraries, including an expanded portfolio of European cruises with new destinations such as Venice, Italy, and the Greek Isles. In addition, Disney Cruise Line will utilize…

  • Quick giveaway: $100 AMEX gift card! #hotflash

    ThemeParkMom
    20 Jan 2012 | 4:00 pm
    I’ve teamed up with some other bloggers tonight to have another Hot Flash Giveaway! One lucky reader will win a $100 gift card from American Express or Amazon, or $100 to their Paypal account! The flash giveaway starts NOW and runs through midnight EST – tonight only! Entering is easy-peasy through the form below. The winner will be selected within 24-48 hours of the end of the giveaway. They will be notified by e-mail and on this post – so check back here to see if you’ve won! a Rafflecopter giveaway You need javascript enabled to see this giveaway. Thanks to…

  • SeaWorld Orlando gives first sneak peek of Turtle Trek

    ThemeParkMom
    20 Jan 2012 | 7:54 am
    Turtle Trek is a new attraction opening at SeaWorld Orlando this spring. SeaWorld says TurtleTrek is going to be the world’s first 3D, 360-degree domed theater experience that takes you on a sea turtle’s incredible journey and invites you to become an everyday hero. This video is the first in a series of “Webisodes” the park plans to produce to give a behind-the-scenes look at the new attraction. SeaWorld Orlando gives first sneak peek of Turtle Trek is a post from Family travel blog Theme Park Mom
 
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  • Disney Cruise Florida Resident Discount Announced!

    admin
    27 Jan 2012 | 9:13 am
    That's right!  Disney Cruise Line has finally announced a Florida resident discount for the Disney Dream cruise ship.  As of right now, it's only for one 4 night cruise on April 15th, 2012 and you will need to book it, quickly.  I guarantee this deal will book up, fast! The Florida resident rate is $175 per person per day, not including port fees, taxes, or gratuity.  The cruise leaves from Port Canaveral on April 15th for 4 nights in the Caribbean. Contact us at info AT DestinationsInFlorida.com to get more details and book your cruise aboard the Disney Dream! Disney Dream Cruise Ship

  • Sixth Night Free at Disney’s Aulani Resort in Oahu Hawaii

    admin
    26 Jan 2012 | 7:38 am
    Disney's Aulani Resort in Oahu, Hawaii is as beautiful as the surrounding landscape.  Waterfalls, volcanoes, lush landscapes, unreal, blue ocean, and so much more. So how many days do you need to take it all in? If your guess is somewhere in the vicinity of a week, I’ve got news for you. From now through February 29, Aulani is offering a sixth night free, plus daily continental breakfast (in the fun ‘?lelo Room lounge), for guests booking a five-consecutive-night stay. To take advantage of the offer, visit DestinationsInFlorida.com or call toll-free (877) 918-8941 and mention that you…

  • Disney Fantasy Ship Sails

    admin
    9 Jan 2012 | 10:31 am
    It’s official!  Disney Cruise Line® is counting down to the launch of the newest ship in the fleet.  On January 8, Disney Fantasy floated out of the enclosed building dock at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany.  In about two weeks, the ship will convey down the River Ems to the North Sea for the start of sea trials.  More milestones will follow, concluding with the ship’s maiden voyage on March 31, 2012. Keep watching for more Disney Fantasy updates in the weeks ahead!

  • New Show on the Disney Fantasy Cruise Ship

    admin
    6 Jan 2012 | 6:56 am
    On the new Disney Fantasy Cruise Ship, entertainment is designed to charm and bedazzle the entire family. Guests delight to some of the most elaborate original musicals presented at sea, over-the-top deck parties and, bursting above it all, the largest fireworks spectacular aboard a cruise ship. A new ship means new main stage entertainment, at the Walt Disney Theatre, and “Wishes” is a spectacular production debuting on the Disney Fantasy. This signature show is a 45-minute musical journey about three best friends who discover the secret to being a grown-up is staying connected to their…

  • Disney Marathon Kicks Off Today

    admin
    5 Jan 2012 | 7:04 am
    The ever popular Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend presented by CIGNA, kicks off today and runs through January 8.  This year features two new options for the Disney World Marathon, including a relay and a new medal.  Runners in the 26.2 mile Disney Marathon can now join a buddy for the Disney World Marathon Relay.  Unlike other marathon relays, runners at Disney will each run 13.1 miles through Walt Disney World’s four theme parks.  The first runner will travel through Epcot and Magic Kingdom, while the second runner goes through Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood…
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  • The Men of WDW Radio Running Team “Royal Family 5K” Challenge

    Valerie Drew
    27 Jan 2012 | 12:03 am
    Mike “AV” Beckerman and Steve “The Kitchen Sinkanator” Drew are up for the challenge of POSSIBLY wearing TuTus for the Princess Marathon weekend “Royal Family 5K” Race How can we make them dress like sissy Girly Men you ask? ( Yes, More Girly than this!!!) If you, the Box People and Disney online community ban together to raise $500.00 in donations to The Dream Team Project, they will be sporting Pink TuTus. Wait! There’s more….. If you can take that donation total to the next level, $1000.00 We will have them also sport Tiaras and/or some other…

  • VOTE NOW to Determine Our WDW Radio Fifth Anniversary Activities

    Christy Viszoki
    26 Jan 2012 | 2:52 pm
    As you know, February 11, 2012 is the fifth anniversary of our wonderful Disney community here at WDW Radio.   To celebrate, we are hosting an on-line anniversary party for the Box People.  We asked you all to submit ideas for activities that Lou and his friends can complete in five hours while in the Magic Kingdom on February 11, and WOW, you all brought your creativity hats!!  There was an amazing array of ideas for celebrating the anniversary! Below, please find the final list of ideas submitted  for the anniversary celebration.  We need YOU to select your favorite FIVE ideas.  Lou…

  • Cooking Up Some Magic: Cheeseburger Calzones

    admin
    26 Jan 2012 | 8:54 am
    by Leslie Watson Harris Cooking Up Some Magic – Cheeseburger Calzones from Tony’s Town Square Restaurant The second new Disney cookbook I got for Christmas is Delicious Disney’s Just for Kids which is a bright, colorful book with recipes that are meant to appeal to kids’ palates.  Today we’re making cheeseburger calzones from Tony’s Town Square Restaurant in the Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort. Here’s what you’ll need: MEATBALLS: 12 oz ground beef ½ cup Italian-style bread crumbs ¼ cup chopped onion 2 eggs, beaten ½ cup water 2 tablespoons grated Romano…

  • WDW NewsCast – January 25, 2012 – Storybook Circus, Disney Cruise Line and more

    Lou Mongello
    26 Jan 2012 | 8:26 am
    Topics this week include: - Dumbo and Storybook Circus - Disney Cruise Line – New Ports and Destinations - http://WDWRadioCruise.com - Twilight Zone Tower of Terror 10-Miler Race - and more! —————————- Thanks to our sponsor, http://TouringPlans.com Join us every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. EST at WDWRadioLIVE.com for a LIVE interactive news show covering the Walt Disney World. Be a part of the broadcast and discussion and discuss the news real-time in the chat room. Thanks for watching! Be sure to tune in next week!

  • Memoirs of a UK Cast Member

    admin
    26 Jan 2012 | 7:49 am
    by James Breach Ok well welcome back folks! I know its been a long old while since I last blogged (3 months!) and for that I apologise, however I started a new job and it was a 3 month training course, followed by very unsociable hours! Therefore this shall be a bumper edition, with double magical moments. Lol Now if any of you have amazing memories you may remember that when I last left you, I had just received my confirmation that I had been accepted onto the Graduate Programme and enticed you all with the promise of an excited pixie dust filled day at the American Embassy (yeah right!).
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  • 10 Great Things About the Disneyland Hotel

    Tammy Whiting
    27 Jan 2012 | 12:00 pm
    Having just stayed at the Disneyland Hotel in November, I thought it was time for a blog about it!  Now that the 2-year renovation is pretty much complete, a blog about it seems even timelier.  If it’s been a while since you’ve visited the Disneyland Hotel, it’s time for another visit! I really like the Disneyland Hotel.  It may not be my favorite hotel at Disneyland (that distinction would definitely go to the Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel and Spa—which I wrote about here as my favorite Disney hotel anywhere bar none), but I always enjoy the Disneyland Hotel.  It’s…

  • Walt Disney World Attractions to Skip?!

    Tom Bricker
    27 Jan 2012 | 9:17 am
    I love efficiency. I love Disney theme parks. Logic would dictate that using a Touring Plan would perfectly combine these two interests of mine, right? Up until we began testing Optimized Touring Plans, I didn’t really use the plans much at Walt Disney World. This is because I find myself liking a somewhat odd selection of attractions, the full cross-section of which isn’t available in the Unofficial Guide or in TouringPlans.com’s Premium Touring Plans. This is why I’ve become fond of the Optimized Touring Plans. I can input all of my peculiar preferences and have it…

  • If I Could Change The Crowd Calendar…

    Fred Hazelton
    26 Jan 2012 | 10:53 pm
    The Crowd Calendar is one of our more popular products at TouringPlans.com and we put a lot of time and effort into developing and maintaining it. The fun part is trying to think of ways to enhance it for our readers. So we thought, why not ask directly from the people who use it the most? What enhancements would you like to see to the crowd calendar? Here are some of our ideas, what do you think? Include other parks like Universal, Legoland or Magic Mountain Include the Water Parks Include more details about special events Add the dates of hotel discounts (past and future) Add weather…

  • A Solo Trip Recap

    Stacey Lantz
    26 Jan 2012 | 1:16 pm
    It’s not typical practice for me to talk about my trips in great detail on the Touring Plans blog. I usually leave that for my personal blog. However, I’d like to tell you briefly about my solo trip and how it all turned out since so many of you took the time to write in and give your solo trip tips. Wow! Say that ten times fast. Solo trip tips! Solo trip tips! The four and a half days that I spent alone at Disney World undoubtedly changed me for the better. I was able to reconnect with myself and learn how to be okay with just spending time with just me… and thousands of other…

  • Running the Walt Disney World Half Marathon – Part 2

    Todd Perlmutter
    26 Jan 2012 | 8:07 am
    The race through Walt Disney World, continued from last week… 7:00 am The Sun has begun to rise, and the scene is gorgeous. I start to cry a bit as I realize where I am. I’m about to cross under the “Underwater Bridge” that connects Bay Lake with the Seven Seas Lagoon. The early sunshine is glinting off of Space Mountain and the Contemporary. For the past year I’ve joked with Cheryl about running right here on this very spot. I take a few pictures and then prepare to head underwater by holding my nose, something my father used to have me do at this spot. Moments later an arm…
 
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  • 1/27/12 - Movies at the Resorts

    DizAdmin
    28 Jan 2012 | 12:01 am
    When we go to Disney World one of the free activities that the kids like to do at the Beach Club is good down to the beach and watch movies. You read that right watch a movie on the beach. At these movies you can purchase the items to make Smores! How fun is that? Pull up your beach chair and tell me have you ever done the movie night at the resort you stay at when on Walt Disney World property? Did you even know that Disney offers a movie night? Would you try this on one of your future trips or would it interfere with your park touring?

  • 1/26/12 - Kim Possible

    DizAdmin
    26 Jan 2012 | 12:01 pm
    Again, this is a topic I could not see if we covered; if we did cover it sorry, but it is a fun one to talk about! On a side note, I will probably archive this thread in the next few weeks, so it does get confusing when you are searching for a topic. Back to our topic! Kim Possible!! :party0006: Our girls love Kim Possible Missions at Epcot. If you do not know what it is, they are missions that you get a "cell" like phone at kiosks around the World Showcase. You must give your park ticket to a Kim Possible agent at these kiosks and they will give you a ticket with a time and a place…

  • 1/25/12 - How do you book your Disney vacation?

    DizAdmin
    25 Jan 2012 | 1:29 pm
    Going back to the saving theme again, I want to know how you put together your Disney vacation? Do you use a travel agent? If you use an agent, why? If you do not use an agent, why not? Do you rent points? If you rent points who do you use or do you rent through someone you know? Or do you put everything together yourself? Do you wait to get a pin code or a discount and call Disney when you see a package you like? What works for you?

  • 1/24/12 - What kind of theme park would you add to Disney World

    DizAdmin
    24 Jan 2012 | 11:16 am
    I think Steve has left us for good. Boooo!! :wink: I did not see this topic listed, so if it is a repeat please forgive me. I have read some Tweets from people in the past few days about people wanting Disney to add a fifth park to Disney World. If the decision was left up to you, what kind of park would YOU add to Walt Disney World? Would it be a villains theme? Or would you want to see a “Sea World” type of park? Maybe a park that is dedicated to one particular movie? Let your imaginations run wild! :scratchchin:

  • 1/23/12 - Where do you go for a grown up dinner?

    DizAdmin
    23 Jan 2012 | 10:46 am
    Steve may decided to stay with Mickey longer, so I will keep going with the ToTD (Topic of The Day). Ok, you are lucky enough to have an "adults only" dinner at Disney, where do you go to enjoy a nice meal? Do you order room service? Do go to Downtown Disney? Or do you eat at the parks? What about dining at a resort? Give us your favorite "adults only" dinin experince!
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    Walt Disney World For Grownups

  • The California Grill Lounge at Disney's Contemporary Resort

    Kristen K.
    27 Jan 2012 | 12:05 am
    Perched high above Walt Disney World Resort on the 15th Floor of the Disney's Contemporary Resort is a bar & lounge with some of the most coveted seating around. Connected to the the exquisite culinary genius of Chef Brian Piasecki's California Grill, the California Grill Lounge serves the same award winning food & wine as in the restaurant. read more

  • Departure Day Activities to Get the Most Out of Your Disney Vacation

    Kristen K.
    26 Jan 2012 | 12:05 am
    Walt Disney World is packed full of exciting entertainment possibilities around the resort. But what do you do with those last couple of hours before you head back home to reality? What's the best way to squeeze in a little more fun? I talked to Disney fans across the Internet to find out their favorite ways to optimize departure day. read more

  • Matsuriza: Taiko Drums at Epcot's Japan Pavilion

    Kristen K.
    25 Jan 2012 | 12:05 am
    In the Japanese language "Taiko" means "great drum." For fans and guests of the Japan Pavilion at Walt Disney World's Epcot theme park, "Taiko" means you are in for a really great show. Traditional Japanese Drumming and it's history can be "traced back for centuries as a way to reflect the spirit and essence of the Japanese people during religious ceremonies, harvest festivals and even on the battlefield." Drums were used to give orders, set a marching pace and the raise morale of Japanese fighting troops. read more

  • Disney's Princess 1/2 Marathon Weekend

    Kristen K.
    24 Jan 2012 | 12:05 am
    RunDisney events are becoming increasingly popular not only with established athletes, but they are reaching out to a whole new population of Disney lovers and are inspiring them to get fit. The next big event coming up on the runDisney schedule will bring together women from around the world for Disney's Princess Half Marathon Weekend on Feb. 24-26, 2012. Does you Fairy Godmother Carry a Stopwatch? read more

  • Disney Vacation Club Point Charts and Home Resort Advantage Are Great for Early Planners

    Kristen K.
    23 Jan 2012 | 12:05 am
    Last week the Disney Vacation Club (DVC) sent out email to it's members announcing that the point charts for 2013 had been released. This is exciting news for owners as it means that they can sit down and really start to plan out their upcoming vacations! read more
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    Disney World Basics

  • Wheelchair & ECV Rental at Walt Disney World Resort

    Kristen K.
    17 Jan 2012 | 2:43 pm
    More and more people than ever are planning family reunions during their Walt Disney World Vacations. Disney is fun for all ages, but truth be told, there is a lot of walking to be done. If grandma or grandpa isn’t as mobile as they use to be, it may be tempting for them to stay home. I’m here to tell you (and them) that that is a bunch of hooey! Disney makes it easy for people off all ages, and all ranges of mobility to enjoy their time in the most magical place on earth. Take it from someone with mobility issues of her own. A Disney vacation is just as much fun for those that need a…

  • Staying ‘On The Monorail’

    Kristen K.
    24 Dec 2011 | 2:57 pm
    Once you’ve decided to take a Walt Disney World Vacation you have a myriad of resorts to choose from. Even if you know that you want to stay “on property” the style and theme of the hotels offered ranges from a cartoon like value rooms at the Pop Century to the Walt Disney World Resort’s Flagship Hotel the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. How one chooses where to stay from the many available options is a highly personal choice, with every fan having their favorite. For myself, picking a resort is about two things, amenities and location, location, location. For guests…

  • What to do on a Non-Park Day at Walt Disney World

    Kristen K.
    10 Dec 2011 | 12:09 pm
    When I was a young girl and my family would visit Walt Disney World, we always kept to a specific schedule that went like this Park Day/Rest Day/Park Day/Rest Day.  It was pretty easy way back the, when there was first just the Magic Kingdom, and then in 1982 there was Epcot to enjoy as well.  These days, with so many other exciting options available on your Walt Disney World Vacation, it’s easy to forget how important it can be to take a rest day. For my family a rest day doesn’t mean, “do nothing”, although just lying in a hammock on the beach is a definite possibility. For us a…

  • Contemporary Resort Fan Site

    Kristen K.
    21 Nov 2011 | 4:28 pm
    Disney's Contemporary Resort Today we’ll take a look at another great unofficial Disney resort fan site featuring a Walt Disney World Resort Hotel.  Today’s featured fan site is “Tribute to Disney’s Contemporary Resort” which is located at http://www.disneycontemporary.com.  I love the trend of these resort fan sites popping up across the web, and this one is no exception.  It’s sleek style and easy to use navigation makes this site fantastic. The Contemporary is one of Walt Disney World’s original deluxe hotels, and is located just outside the gates of the Magic…

  • River Cruise: Getting to Downtown Disney by Boat

    Kristen K.
    7 Nov 2011 | 12:15 pm
    The Sassagoula River Cruise is a great way to travel to Downtown Disney from select resort hotels. No matter if you’ve booked room only or if you’ve got a package deal for your Walt Disney World Resort vacation; if you’re staying at Port Orleans, Old Key West, or Saratoga Springs Resorts, you have a unique treat in your transportation to Downtown Disney.   The complimentary ferry service on the Walt Disney World waterways offer a fun alternative mode of transportation to buses.   These relaxing and often beautiful journeys by boat can offer great way to spend some time on a…
 
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    MouseMisers

  • 2013 Disney Wonder and Magic Cruises

    Keith
    24 Jan 2012 | 9:52 am
    Today, Disney Cruise Line announced the 2013 sailing itineraries for the Disney Magic and Disney Wonder. The 2013 itineraries for the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy were announced several months ago. For 2012, the Disney Wonder is sailing to Mexico, Hawaii and Alaska on the West Coast, while the Disney Magic is sailing from New York and Galveston, Texas to destinations up and down the East Coast and Caribbean. Disney Cruise announced the 2013 schedule, departing quite a bit from the 2012 destinations. Disney Wonder The Disney Wonder, for 2012 is currently sailing on the West Coast to Mexico…

  • Disneyland Spring Savings

    Keith
    17 Jan 2012 | 10:48 am
    Travel Dates: March 1 – April 14, 2012 Disneyland has released a new room only special discount for Spring travel dates. Guests can save up to 25% off their Disneyland Resort hotel stay. This is the same Disneyland discount that was released to Disney VISA cardholders last week, now available to everyone. Sample Savings: Disney’s Grand Californian: 20% off Disneyland Hotel: 20% off Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel: 25% While the savings is on the hotel portion only, guests can add specially priced park passes to the room to make it a package, which would then include all the…

  • 2012 6th Night Free at Aulani

    Keith
    16 Jan 2012 | 10:11 am
    Travel Dates: March 1-17 and April 15 – May 31, 2012 Disney’s Aulani has announced a new Spring 2012 special, stay 5 nights and get the sixth night included for free. Guests will receive their 6th night free when booking a 6-night or longer stay at Aulani. Plus, each Guest in your party ages 3 or older is entitled to receive a complimentary continental breakfast at The ‘Ōlelo Room each day of their stay. Visit Aulani and you can splash into adventure in Waikolohe Valley—featuring pools, slides and winding streams. Unwind at Laniwai Spa—offering a sumptuous menu of treatments…

  • Disney VISA Spring Disneyland Discounts

    Keith
    10 Jan 2012 | 12:39 pm
    Travel Dates: March 1 – April 14, 2012 Disneyland has released a new room only special for Disney VISA cardholders only. This deal will become available for the general public to book on January 17, 2012. A Disney VISA card is required at this point to book this deal, and typically, you must pay your deposit with the Disney VISA card at time of booking. Sample Savings: Disney’s Grand Californian: 20% off Disneyland Hotel: 20% off Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel: 25% While the savings is on the hotel portion only, guests can add specially priced park passes to the room to make…

  • 2012 March – June Annual Passholder Discounts

    Keith
    10 Jan 2012 | 9:52 am
    Travel Dates: March 9 – June 14, 2012 Walt Disney World has released special Spring and early Summer room only discounts for Annual Passholders. To qualify, you must check in during the travel dates, however, you can extend your stay past June 14, 2012. Only the nights included in the travel dates listed above will be discounted. Availability is limited, though all resorts and room types are available. The savings are as follows: Save 25% at Disney Value Resorts Save 20 – 30% at Disney Moderate Resorts Save 25 – 35% at Disney Deluxe Resorts Save 30 – 40% at Disney…
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    Disney Dreaming

  • Selena Gomez Gives Details About Her “Spring Breakers” Character

    Disney Dreaming
    27 Jan 2012 | 3:01 pm
    Selena Gomez revealed some more details about her character in the movie “Spring Breakers” to E! News, and it sounds like it’s a much different character than Selena is used to playing! Here’s what Selena said: She’s the little more tamed down character but also still gets a little crazy here and there. She goes on spring break with her girlfriends and they end up getting into a whole mess of things. They’re partying and drinking. We end up in jail. Yikes! What are your thoughts on Selena’s new role?

  • The Lying Game Book 3 “Two Truths And A Lie” Arriving February 7, 2012

    Disney Dreaming
    27 Jan 2012 | 2:46 pm
    The third book in The Lying Game book series “Two Truths And A Lie” will arrive on February 7, 2012. The book series was written by Sara Shepard, the auther of the “Pretty Little Liars” book series. Here’s a description of the book from Amazon: “My killer is out there. And my sister might be next. Two months before I died, my best friend’s brother disappeared. I have no idea where Thayer went or why he left, but I know it’s my fault. I did a lot of horrible things while I was alive, things that made people hate me, maybe even enough to kill me.

  • Tom Cruise And Suri Cruise Spend The Day At Disneyland January 25, 2012

    Disney Dreaming
    27 Jan 2012 | 1:48 pm
    Tom Cruise and his daughter Suri Cruise spent the day at Disneyland in Anaheim, California on January 25, 2012. Suri was spotted with facepaint and a smile on her face as she and her dad spent the day together. No word yet on where Tom’s wife Katie Holmes was. Were you lucky enough to spot Tom and Suri at the park?

  • One Direction Runs To Catch Their Flight In London On January 27, 2012

    Disney Dreaming
    27 Jan 2012 | 1:31 pm
    The members of One Direction were photographed running to catch their flight in London, England at the Heathrow Airport on January 27, 2012. Uh oh! We hope the guys made their flight! The guys will be on tour in the US in February! Here are the tour dates: February 24, 2012: Chicago, IL – Rosemont Theatre February 25, 2012: Detroit, MI – Fox Theatre February 26, 2012: Toronto, ONT – Air Canada Theatre February 28, 2012: Albany, NY – Palace Theatre March 1, 2012: Mashantucket, CT – Foxwoods March 2, 2012: Washington, DC – Patriot Center March 3, 2012: Boston, MA – Agganis Arena…

  • “The Hunger Games” Sequel Movie “Catching Fire” Will Release On November 22, 2013

    Disney Dreaming
    27 Jan 2012 | 1:13 pm
    Lionsgate has hired a writer and director for the sequel movie to “The Hunger Games,” “Catching Fire.” Reportedly Gary Ross will be returning to direct the movie while Simon Beaufoy (“127 Hours,” “Slumdog Millionaire”) will be writing the script. “Catching Fire” will arrive on November 22, 2013. We can’t wait! P.S. Get ready for “The Hunger Games” to arrive in theaters on March 23, 2012.
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    Orlando Attractions Magazine

  • Legoland Florida shares plans for its upcoming water park

    Matt Roseboom
    27 Jan 2012 | 3:52 pm
    Legoland Florida has shared detailed plans for their new water park, which is expected to open this May. The water park will include a lazy river, large and small slides, kids play areas and a wave pool. Water park access will be exclusively for Legoland theme park guests. “We’re very excited to share plans for [...]

  • Registration still open for this weekend’s charity 5k run at Universal Orlando

    Darcie Vance
    26 Jan 2012 | 12:39 pm
    The 31st Annual Dick Batchelor Run for the Children event will take place Jan. 28 at Universal Studios. More than 1,800 runners are expected to participate in the run for charity. The 5k, or 3.1 mile, race is held each year to benefit the Howard Phillips Center for Children & Families and help raise awareness [...]

  • Out of the Loop: Legoland California announces multi-million dollar 2012 expansion

    Matt Roseboom
    26 Jan 2012 | 10:26 am
    By Andy Guinigundo Carlsbad, Calif. – Last year marked the eighth straight year of increased attendance at Legoland California and a double digit increase at that over 2010. On the strength of those numbers, Legoland California has decided to put a multi-million dollar investment into the park. Legoland California General Manager Pete Ronchetti attributes the [...]

  • Atlanta Braves 2012 Spring Training dates at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex

    Darcie Vance
    26 Jan 2012 | 10:12 am
    The ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Disney has announced the 2012 spring training dates for the Atlanta Braves. Each Braves spring training game has a unique Disney touch. Fans will enjoy Disney character appearances and on-field fan experiences. The stadium also has a tradition of inviting the kids in the audience to run [...]

  • ‘Orlando Attractions Magazine – The Show’, Episode 60 for January 26, 2012

    Matt Roseboom
    26 Jan 2012 | 8:54 am
    Join hosts Heather Leonardi and Jeanette Cause for this week’s Orlando-area theme park and attraction news. On this week’s Show: • President Obama visits Disney World • News in the Queue: 2012 Disney Mom’s Panel; New Epcot books; Legoland’s 2012 events • SeaWorld’s TurtleTrek peek • Construction tour of Legoland’s upcoming water park • Universal [...]
 
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    Mouse Clubhouse

  • Interview with Disneyland's music man, Bruce Healey

    mouseclubhouse
    25 Jan 2012 | 3:14 pm
    I'm so excited to bring you this new interview with Disneyland's senior music director/producer for Disneyland Entertainment Productions, Bruce Healey... the genius behind the music of some of my favorite parades and shows! http://www.mouseclubhouse.com/Interviews/bruce-healey/bruce-healey-disney.htm

  • The Muppets Blu-ray & DVD bonus features on 3/20

    mouseclubhouse
    23 Jan 2012 | 10:17 pm
    Here's the bonus features you'll find on the March 20th release of The Muppets: 3-Disc ‘Wocka-Wocka ValuePack’(1-Disc Blu-ray + 1-Disc DVD+ Digital Copy + Soundtrack Digital Download Card)Includes: - The Longest Blooper ReelEver Made (In Muppet History––We Think) - A laugh out loud look at the actors’funny gaffs and gags from behind the scenes of making Disney’s “The Muppets.”- Disney Intermission -Groundbreaking Blu-ray feature. Pausing a movie will never be this much fun, asthe Muppets take over the screen every time you stop the disc!- Scratching The Surface: AHasty…

  • Lunar New Year celebrated at Disneyland (1/20 - 1/29)

    mouseclubhouse
    21 Jan 2012 | 12:33 pm
    The Lunar New Year, which begins at a different time each year according to the movements of the sun and moon, usually beginning in late January and is being celebrated at Disneyland park from Jan. 20-29.  There will live performances, such as a Chinese Dragon dance troupe, lion dancers, ribbon wand dancers, Korean drummers, Vietnamese musicians and dancers, and martial artists. Mulan and Mushu will be on hand for photos, and Chip 'n' Dale are dressed up for the occasion. Special food carts include offerings such as chocolate churros, eggrolls, edamame and almond cookies.

  • 5 years ago at Disneyland - Rockin' both parks

    mouseclubhouse
    20 Jan 2012 | 2:00 am
    Mouse Clubhouse is five years old today! I thought it would be fun to see what was going on five years ago and I found this photo I took of Rockin' Both Parks. Remember that? That's when Space Mountain and California Screamin' had new soundtracks featuring Red Hot Chili Peppers. Maybe I should create Rockin' Mouse Clubhouse, and every time you read a post you hear a song from the Red Hot Chili Peppers?

  • Disneyland's "Fun with Music" show

    mouseclubhouse
    18 Jan 2012 | 7:07 pm
    These 1976 images are from the "Fun With Music" show in the Fantasyland Theatre in Disneyland. In those days, the Fantasyland Theatre was an indoor venue, located around where Pinocchio's Daring Journey/Village Haus is today.Students would visit Disneyland on a school field trip, and after experiencing attractions such as "it's a small world" and "Country Bear Jamboree," they would be treated to this entertaining show, which taught all about music. That's Jim Adams as Father Music and on the piano is Disneyland's own senior music director/producer, and my next featured interviewee, Bruce…
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    MobileMouse.net

  • Review : Disney App for iPhone and iPad

    Dave
    1 Jan 2012 | 6:42 pm
    Rating: ★★½☆☆  Price: Free Download: Official Site: Disney The official and “main” Disney app is advertised to be “everything you love and expect from Disney in one FREE custom application.” Be prepared that this is currently a 37.3MB download. While this sounds like a large download, it used to be quite a bit larger in a previous version. Launching the app is fairly animated, with an obvious scroll wheel of menu options spinning before you. The main menu item is “News and What’s Hot” with today’s date…

  • Review : Phineas and Ferb Arcade for iPhone and iPad

    Dave
    31 Dec 2011 | 9:30 am
    Rating: ★★★★☆  Price: $0.99 Download: Official Site: Disney Long have I heard about the hilarity of the Phineas and Ferb tv show. During this holiday break, I finally had the opportunity to watch a few episodes. With a brief understanding of the spirit of the show and appreciation for their humor, I figured it would be an opportune time to review the Phineas and Ferb Arcade game for iPhone and iPad! The app has a lot of fancy animation between screens and menus. The first screen is fairly standard, so we’ll head to the “Games”! Since…

  • Review : Disney’s Where’s My Water? for Kindle Fire

    Dave
    29 Dec 2011 | 1:30 pm
    Rating: ★★★★★  Official Site: Disney’s Where’s My Water? Price: $0.99 Download : I previously reviewed Disney’s Where’s My Water? for the iPhone, and gave it 5 stars. Needless to say, the game is essentially the same on the Kindle Fire. Due to the similarity, I would recommend reading the iPhone review for more details, and I’ll talk a little about the differences here. You’ll notice it has the same screens that you may already be used to, here with the holiday theme due to the time of year. The game-play is the same,…

  • Review : WDW Resort Researcher App for Kindle Fire

    Dave
    29 Dec 2011 | 9:30 am
    Rating: ★☆☆☆☆  Official Site: Laughing Place Apps Price: $1.99 Download : As a visitor to this site, it is assumed that you are a Disney fan and are likely attempt to visit the Disney Parks as often as possible. The WDW Resort Researcher app intends to help you satisfy your resort planning questions. The app starts with a sparse interface, presenting a list of resort options at the Walt Disney World resorts. If you select one of the resorts, it will present you with an overall rating with a few teasers of user provided reviews. Near the top you’ll…

  • CNET : Five ways to increase your Kindle Fire’s battery life

    Dave
    29 Dec 2011 | 2:08 am
    CNET has posted an article with some fairly obvious, but good reminders, on how to increase your Kindle Fire’s battery life.
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    Mousetalgia! - An Unofficial Disneyland Podcast

  • Moustalgia Episode 169 - Mineral King

    Team Mousetalgia
    22 Jan 2012 | 10:26 pm
    Walt Disney's proposed ski resort: This week, we report on Mineral King, the wilderness resort Walt Disney wanted to build at the time of his passing. Based on a Walt Disney Family Museum panel discussion hosted by Sam Gennawey, we discuss the history of the proposed resort, the challenges Walt faced in its development, and its legacy on environmental concerns as well as the Disney company's approach to the creation of resorts around the world. Also, taking kids to Disneyland for the first time: our tips and tricks! And a special congratulations to Bill Farmer on the 25th anniversary of…

  • Mousetalgia Episode 168: Letters and Book Reviews

    Team Mousetalgia
    15 Jan 2012 | 3:53 pm
    Listener emails and book reviews - This week, Team Mousetalgia goes back to the mailbag to answer listener questions on topics as varied as Disneyland's train stations; the best locations to view the parades, Fantasmic, the fireworks and DCA's World of Color; Disney cookbooks; remembering the original Disney Channel, and more! Plus, we discuss our latest reading materials, covering topics that include Disneyana collectibles, Disneyland trivia, Walt Disney World history, and stories from a theme park insider. Also - more Tim Babb, another giveaway, and more!

  • Mousetalgia Episode 167 - Leap Day at Disneyland

    Team Mousetalgia
    8 Jan 2012 | 8:59 pm
    One More Disney Day: This week, Team Mousetalgia discusses the One More Disney Day promotion, which will host 24 hour parties at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World on Leap Day. We debate the pros and cons of the experience, and discuss strategies for dealing with the lengthy event. Also, D23 offers trips to Marceline, MO and Smoke Tree Ranch, and we discuss the value of the opportunities. Plus - changes are coming to Club 33, and we discuss the changes and debate their impact on current membership and the future of the club. All this, plus Bits and Bytes, Tim Babb, and more!

  • Mousetalgia Episode 166: First trip to Walt Disney World

    Team Mousetalgia
    1 Jan 2012 | 4:15 pm
    Walt Disney World from a Disneyland fan's perspective. Kristen reports on the Walt Disney World Resort this week, and busts some myths while offering tips to first-time visitors to the resort. From dining plans to traveling around the resort, Kristen presents her findings and offers some reviews of various restaurants, attractions, and hotels at the number one vacation destination. Also, Team Mousetalgia presents our Year-In-Review Roundup, and we discuss our favorite films, Disneyland experiences, and more!

  • Mousetalgia Episode 165: Walt Disney, Entertainment Icon

    Team Mousetalgia
    25 Dec 2011 | 5:00 pm
    Walt Disney World for the Holidays: In this week's episode, Kristen shares part one of a two-week report on her first trip to the Walt Disney World Resort, commenting on the holiday happenings and special events, including the Candlelight Processional, Illuminations, and a private viewing of the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights. But first, Dave, Becky and Jeff report on "Walt Disney: An Entertainment Icon and Visionary," a panel discussion held at the Walt Disney Family Museum with Pixar's Pete Docter and Jonas Rivera, and Disney animator Andreas Deja. The three animation experts…
 
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    WEDway Radio

  • Man in Space: Disney in Space - Show notes for Episode 106

    The WEDway Radio Team
    22 Jan 2012 | 3:42 pm
    Episode 106 continues the series we began with Episode 91: Disney in Space.  Inthis installment of the series we take a look at Disneyland television show episode Man in Space which aired in March of 1955.   Man In Space The show originally aired in March of 1955, more than two years before Sputnik, the first satellite was launched into space.  It focuses on the possibility of manned space flight.   Ward Kimball A few key people were important to the shows production.  It was directed and produced by Ward Kimball, and what makes this choice particularly interesting is…

  • Podcast Spotlight (**not ours**)

    The WEDway Radio Team
    20 Jan 2012 | 9:56 pm
    By: Nate Parrish This week a couple of interesting podcast debuted that I thought you might like.  Depending on what kind of Disney fan you are; one or both might appeal to you.  I happen to have a connection to both. The first new show was created by two guests that we had when I cohosted the Betamouse: Tom Bricker of the Disney Touring Blog, and Cory Disbrow of the Disney Photography Blog.  Together, along with Ryan Pastorino, they have created ISO5571, a show focusing on Disney parks and photography.  On Betamouse we focused a few shows on photography and we were lucky…

  • The President, Exotic Driving and DCA - Wedway NOW! show notes for January 20th

    The WEDway Radio Team
    20 Jan 2012 | 10:04 am
    This week on Wedway NOW! we discuss the goings on around the Disney landscape, including: President Obama's trip to Walt Disney World The new Exotic Driving Experince at WDW Minnie's Fly Girls show at DCA New merchandise at DCA The redux of Japan's quick service dining location Direct Download the show Enjoy! Check out the show notes for this and every episode of WEDWay Radio at wedwayradio.com Follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Google+ Twitter: Twitter.com/WedwayRadio Facebook: Facebook.com/WedwayRadio Google+: bit.ly/Gpluswedway We want to thank you again for listening!   
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    The Sweep Spot

  • The Sweep Spot - Alice In Wonderland and The Tea Cups

    Lynn Barron and Laura Gannon
    21 Jan 2012 | 1:01 pm
    In this show, we take a look at a Mini-land in Disneyland. We look at The Alice In Wonderland Attraction and The Tea Cups. We talk about the history of these two attractions and how it was working around there too! Check out our website www.thesweepspot.com for show notes, Enjoy!

  • The Sweep Spot # 39 - Keel Boats and Canoes

    Lynn Barron and Laura Gannon
    15 Jan 2012 | 4:56 pm
    In this episode we welcome back author and former Disneyland cast member David Smith. We discuss two attractions that David had the chance to work on while working at Disneyland. Hear his great stories and more! www.thesweepspot.com

  • The Sweep Spot # 38 - Disneyland In The Rain / Club 33 Report / Carole Mumford

    Lynn Barron and Laura Gannon
    7 Jan 2012 | 1:15 pm
    In this episode first Laura will talk about her most recent trip to Club 33, then we will talk about going to Disneyland in the rain, and cold. We give tips on how to make your day better with the rain, and what attractions are best for that weather. Then we are happy to welcome Carole Mumford to our show. Carole is on the board of directors for The Disneyana Fan Club. She discusses the fan club, and the next events coming to Anaheim. Join us for this fun filled episode! show notes at www.thesweepspot.com

  • The Sweep Spot # 37 - New Years Eve at Disneyland

    Lynn Barron and Laura Gannon
    18 Dec 2011 | 1:10 am
    In this episode we discuss working at Disneyland on New Years Eve, and especially 1999. Hope you enjoy this and other episodes at www.thesweepspot.com

  • The Sweep Spot # 36 - Adventure Thru Inner Space

    Lynn Barron and Laura Gannon
    11 Dec 2011 | 11:29 am
    In this episode 36, Laura is at Disneyland, so I welcome back my good friend Ken Pellman back to to the show to discuss Adventure Thru Inner Space. We both have memories of this attraction and talk about its history and more. Plus we have a short interview with Laura live from Disneylands Club 33! Hope you enjoy. www.thesweepspot.com
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    The Man Cave of Disney, WDW Blog

  • Basq Small World Giveaway

    Robin Reeve
    27 Jan 2012 | 10:18 am
    Why wait to get your new mommy something special, surprise her with Basq Skincare products!

  • One More Disney Day

    John C.
    26 Jan 2012 | 10:37 am
    I'm going to ride every single attraction that is open. And then do it again.

  • Man Food – Additions!

    Robin Reeve
    26 Jan 2012 | 7:04 am
    This started more as a journal entry to keep track of where I want to go when I get to the WDW. First of all, salads, sandwiches and water? Um, no… Were moving past the ...

  • Finding Nemo in Yourself.

    Molly Beckley
    24 Jan 2012 | 4:06 pm
    it's pretty hard not to have a soft spot for the forgetful, bumbling Dory.

  • Life is what happens whilst you are making travel plans.

    Craig Williams
    24 Jan 2012 | 7:36 am
    Rebecca, 4. If you wander around (virtually of course) any Disney or Orlando forum, it is a fair bet that you will come across one or two discussions on the best time to take small children.  ...
 
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