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Monthly Archives: September 2011
Changes coming to Magic Kingdom in Spring of 2012
In spring 2012, Disney guests can fly like no elephant (or Disney guest) has ever flown, subdue villains with magic spells, sail the azure waters of the Caribbean aboard a brand-new luxury ship, and settle down for the night in rooms celebrating Disney royalty.
January-May 2012 at Walt Disney World Resort also is a time when road runners take to the streets and byways of the Vacation Kingdom in marquee runDisney events, Major League Baseball returns to Champion Stadium, Epcot blooms and Disney celebrates the possibilities of youth.
Here’s a look at what’s in store …
Look! Dumbo is going the wrong way!
Actually, Dumbo is just reversing decades of flying in counter-clockwise circles. Call it “unwinding,” if you will. And in a new location within Magic Kingdom.
Guests will board Dumbo the Flying Elephant from the lovable critter’s left side — like mounting a horse … and unlike the way guests hop aboard for a whirl at Disney parks on three continents. It is scheduled to begin happening in early 2012 when select experiences in the Storybook Circus neighborhood of New Fantasyland debut just northeast of Mad Tea Party.
Also early 2012, the existing Dumbo attraction near Prince Charming Regal Carrousel will close, be refurbished and be moved to a location in Storybook Circus next to the new Dumbo attraction. The result when completed later in 2012: double Dumbos, one going this-a-way, one going that-a-way … a real circus act, if you will.
There also will be a “big top” that serves as a queue area for the popular attraction. It will feature a variety of interactive experiences currently being developed.
Two other Storybook Circus elements planned for opening early in the year are The Barnstormer and Fantasyland Station. Guests who enjoyed The Barnstormer at Goofy’s Wiseacre Farm will be happy to know the junior coaster thrills of that attraction are back with a thematic change: Goofy has sold the farm and is now a circus stunt pilot and magician, The Great Goofini. The completely re-imagined train station will serve as the gateway to Storybook Circus and all Fantasyland points beyond.
Stay tuned for more!
Related articles
- Fantasyland Expansion Timeline Update! (chipandco.com)
- Walt Disney World Resort Celebrates 40 Year Anniversary (chipandco.com)
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- Disney Cruise Line Discounts (pixiemichele.blogspot.com)
NEW Disney Princess App Celebrates Rapunzel as 10th Disney Princess!
As Disney gets ready to welcome Rapunzel as the 10th princess in the Disney Princess royal court, Disney Publishing is joining in on the celebration with the launch of its newest app for iPad – Disney Princess – Royal Party!
Disney Princess – Royal Party App Features Include:
- Read along with Rapunzel on a brand new original adventure.
- Create your own Crown and bake tasty Princess Cupcakes.
- Make magical scenes of your own with all the Disney Princesses including Ariel, Aurora, Belle, Cinderella, Jasmine, Snow White and Tiana.
- Create and share invitations for your own exciting party!
- Swipe your finger and enjoy fun coloring pages with Rapunzel and all the Disney Princesses!
- Tap the screen and solve Puzzles of scenes from Rapunzel’s own adventure Tangled and get to know Rapunzel’s friends, Flynn, Maximus and Pascal.
- And don’t forget to look for more treasures hidden in the app!
The Disney Princess: Royal Party app is available for download for iPad at the App Store for $4.99/£2.99.
From the picture above:
During her sightseeing adventures, Rapunzel takes a break by the Thames where she can admire Tower Bridge. Disney will officially welcome Rapunzel as the 10th Disney Princess character at a celebration at Kensington Palace, to take place in front of a global audience on October 2, 2011.To tweet this photo include #RapunzelCelebration in your message to be part of the online conversation. For more information visit www.disney.co.uk/rapunzel
Related articles
- Rapunzel Enjoys Sightseeing At London’s Covent Garden (chipandco.com)
- Rapunzel Has Arrived in London For Her Royal Celebration at Kensington Palace on October 2nd; Rapunzel’s Hair Cascades Off the Salt Tower (chipandco.com)
Ocean Spray Brings the Magic of the Cranberry to the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival
The Walt Disney Company and Ocean Spray two iconic American brands that have captured families’ imaginations and appetites for more than 80 years each — today announced the debut of the first cranberry bog exhibit at Walt Disney World(R) Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., during the 2011 Epcot(R) International Food & Wine Festival from Sept. 30 to Nov. 13.
For cranberry lovers visiting the popular theme park this fall, dreams really do come true as Florida natives and vacationers alike will have the opportunity to be inspired and enlightened by Ocean Spray growers and Disney cast members stationed at the experience, filled with more than 1,500 lbs. of cranberries. In addition, Ocean Spray(R) Craisins(R) Dried Cranberries, the official fruit snack of the Walt Disney World(R) and Disneyland(R) Resorts, will be sampled bogside from on-site kiosks.
From Sept. 30 until Oct. 2, third, fourth and fifth generation Ocean Spray cranberry growers will share the majestic beauty and mystique of the cranberry harvest. With the help of Chef Ming Tsai — host of public television’s Emmy-nominated “Simply Ming” and chef/owner of the award-winning restaurant Blue Ginger — consumers will learn about the unlimited versatility of the cranberry via a cooking demo for park attendees of all ages.
“Three quarters of Americans have never heard of a cranberry bog, never mind witnessed the beauty of the cranberry harvest firsthand,” said Ken Romanzi, Ocean Spray’s chief operating officer, North America. “Through our sponsorship with Disney, we are thrilled to educate a whole new group of people who might not otherwise understand the journey of their favorite Ocean Spray products, like Ocean Spray(R) Craisins(R) Dried Cranberries, from the bog to their favorite recipes.”
Ming Tsai Adds Flavor to Disney
On Oct. 11, Chef Ming Tsai will make a special appearance to whip up an array of worldly cranberry creations celebrating the versatility of the cranberry and the many cuisines and cultures celebrated in the World Showcase at Epcot(R).
“I am very excited to dive into the adventure of the Epcot(R) theme park and inspire families wi
$5 off Disney’s Lion King Bluray/DVD Combo Pack
Disney Movie Rewards just released a coupon for $5 off the Lion King 4 Disc Blu-Ray Combo pack. If you are planning on purchasing this movie next week, make sure you print the coupon now while you can.
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Thanks to Couponing to Disney for the heads up!