Savannah, Author at Chip and Co

Top 5 Reasons Why I’m Excited J.J. Abrams is Directing Star Wars VII

January 28, 2013 by Savannah Leave a Comment

So I usually stick to writing about Walt Disney World; but today, I’m not going to talk about that at all! Today, I’m going indulge my inner geek and rave about the latest development in my beloved Star Wars universe: Disney’s announcement of Star Wars VII’s director, J.J. Abrams!

For those of you who don’t know, J.J. Abrams is the mastermind behind such brilliant television shows as Felicity, Alias, Lost, Fringe, and this fall’s newest hit, Revolution; as well as films such as Mission Impossible 3, Star Trek, and Super 8!

So besides Abrams’ creative successes, why am I excited that he’s the new director of Star Wars VII? Read on!

5. He Directed Star Trek-Okay, okay, I know that there is a rivalry between Star Trek fans and Star Wars fans; but hear me out. Taking on the vintage Star Trek in a way that introduced the franchise to a new generation, as well as staying faithful to the originals and pleasing Star Trek fans was a huge challenge. But Abrams more than delivered with his surprising prequel that actually changes the future, offering a whole new and undiscovered future for the Star Trek characters, as well as paying homage to what had gone on before. So my thinking is that if anyone can refresh and reboot a dusty, yet revered, franchise while still staying true to the originals, it’s J.J. Abrams.

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Filed Under: ABC/Family, Disney & Co, Movies, News, Star Wars, Top 5/10 Tagged With: Abrams, Cloverfield, Darth Vader, J Abrams, J. J. Abrams, JJ Abrams, Star Trek, Star Wars, Star Wars 7, Star Wars sequel trilogy

10 Ways to Know If You’re an Disney Addict

January 27, 2013 by Savannah 6 Comments

Chances are that if you are like myself and the other writers here at Chip and Co., you are a Disney Addict. We have yet to find a cure, but the symptoms of this condition are rather obvious. Most likely your own friends and family have pointed them out to you or questioned your sanity time or two. Still not sure? Check out my Top 10 Ways to Know If You’re an Disney Addict.

1. You refer to your own meals as quick service or table service meals.

2. You sing the theme to Wishes when watching your town’s 4^th of July fireworks display.

3. You ask your family members at least once a day, “where we be right now if we were at Disney?”

4. You get excited when you drive past an airport.

5. You hum the Twilight Zone theme when you board an elevator.

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Filed Under: Dining Plan, Movies, Original Articles, Parks & Resorts, Stuff, Tips &Tricks, Top 5/10, Walt Disney Pictures, Walt Disney World Tagged With: Disney Addict, Disney characters, Disney World, hidden mickeys, Hollywood Studios, Magic Kingdom, Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, Wishes Fireworks

5 things I love about Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

January 23, 2013 by Savannah 5 Comments

5 things I love about Disneys Wilderness Lodge

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge is a popular, deluxe resort at Walt Disney World. Since it opened in 1994, guests have been enjoying this adventurous yet noble resort and all of its offerings. While there is a lot to see, do, and appreciate about Wilderness Lodge, check out my top 5 best things about this fantastic Disney resort!

1. Theme - Part of Wilderness Lodge’s appeal is its Pacific Northwest theme. When you stay or visit Wilderness Lodge, you truly feel as if you have left central Florida for a retreat at one of our nation’s national parks. It’s like two vacations in one! Where else can you experience the wonders of the West in comfort and luxury with a Disney twist!

2. Price - While Wilderness Lodge is a deluxe resort with close proximity to the Magic Kingdom, it typically runs cheaper than the majority of other deluxe resorts. Part of the reason for this is because Wilderness Lodge does not provide monorail transportation and the rooms are smaller in comparison to other deluxe rooms. However, for guests and families on a budget, this resort is a little more economical while still offering the deluxe experience and its benefits.

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Filed Under: Good Eats, Resorts, Tips &Tricks, Top 5/10, Transportation, Walt Disney World Tagged With: Artist Point, disney, Disney Dining, Disney Resorts, Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, Disney's Pop Century Resort, Disney's Wilderness Lodge, Magic Kingdom, Seven Seas Lagoon, Walt Disney Company, Walt Disney World Resort, whispering canyon cafe, Wilderness Lodge

Top 10 Ways Walt Disney World Has Spoiled Me

January 7, 2013 by Savannah 9 Comments

Walt Disney World is an escape from reality, my own personal Neverland if you will; and ever since my first visit, the real world and other vacations I have taken have failed to measure up! To put it simply, Walt Disney World has spoiled me! How? Read for yourself my top 10 ways and maybe you will find that you’ve been spoiled too!

10. Permission to Behave Like My Kids-Disney World has taught me that skipping, screaming, pointing, and wearing Mouse Ears is perfectly acceptable no matter age you are. Seriously, no one bats an eye if they see a middle-aged businessman wearing a hat and dreadlocks like Captain Jack Sparrow at the Magic Kingdom; but back in the real world, I’ve discovered that such behavior is frowned upon. Weird, right? Yeah, I don’t get it either.

9. Christmas Lights-If you have ever been to WDW around Christmas, you know what I’m talking about here! This is especially true if you have witnessed the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! This is seriously one of the best lighting displays ever which has been synchronized to music and features artificial, falling snow! Ever since I saw this awesome holiday display for myself, any other Christmas lights display I’ve seen since simply hasn’t compared.

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Filed Under: Dining Plan, Food, Original Articles, Parks & Resorts, Resorts, Tips &Tricks, Tips and Tricks, Top 5/10 Tagged With: Christmas, disney, Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade, Magic Kingdom, Main Street Electrical Parade, Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights, Walt Disney World, Walt Disney World Resort

Top 5 Reasons to Visit Chef Mickey’s

January 3, 2013 by Savannah Leave a Comment

Chef Mickey’s is a character buffet located in the Contemporary Resort, right next door to the Magic Kingdom. This buffet offers a fun, contemporary setting, along with Mickey and the gang dressed in chef apparel!

Since this restaurant does showcase the main mouse himself, Chef Mickey’s is one of the most popular restaurants in all of WDW; and today, I’m giving you my top 5 reasons why I think you should try if for yourself!

5. Location-A huge part of the Contemporary’s appeal is its location! The Contemporary Resort sits right next to the Magic Kingdom. In fact, some of the resort’s rooms actually overlook the park! Talk about a room with a view! Anyway, Chef Mickey’s is located on one of the main floors of the resort with a cavernous ceiling overhead; and while there isn’t much of a theme, the dining area still feels warm and full of fun!

4. Appeals to Whole Family-Typically the term “character buffet” sends up red flags for adult diners; but even though Chef Mickey’s is definitely family-friendly, the contemporary atmosphere and great food makes this dining spot rank higher than others with adults. Also, because this is a character meal, and the Contemporary is pretty impressive with the Monorail zipping through the lobby, kids are always impressed and have a ball!

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