Disney Store Times Square to Host Private Holiday Event

November 2, 2011 by 4 Comments

Disney Store Times Square to Host Private Holiday EventIt’s barely November and Christmas decorations are starting to infiltrate New York City. Most of us city dwellers avoid Times Square like the plague between now and, well, nevermind, we always avoid Times Square. So what would make me, at 9 months pregnant, want to venture down there with my two year old son?

The Disney Store is hosting a private event highlighting the Top 10 Toys & Gifts for the 2011 Holiday Season and I’ve been invited to cover the event for Chip and Co! Who’s better than me? Not only will the top gifts of the season be revealed, but guests of the event will be able to meet with a Christmas-clad Mickey and Minnie and we may even get a chance to mingle with some celebrity parents!

I’m excited to walk down the twinkling blue path (made of pixie dust of course) that winds through bright displays, check out the Buzz Lightyear super blasters, and will try not to buy the $500 life-size Hulk head in the Marvel Comics section! But most of all I’m looking forward to hearing about and sharing with you readers Disney Store’s holiday theme this year: “Share the Magic.” For every Mickey and Minnie holiday plush sold from October 31-Dec. 11, Disney Store will make a $1 donation to the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Stay tuned this Thursday, November 3rd for my live Facebook posting and Tweeting from the event as well as a follow up review of all the great things I learned and saw!


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Cars 2: The Video Game Drives into the next dimension on the Nintendo 3DS

November 2, 2011 by 3 Comments

Cars 2: The Video Game Drives into the next dimension on the Nintendo 3DS

Disney Interactive Studios today announced that Disney•Pixar’s Cars 2: The Video Gameis now available for the Nintendo 3DS™ handheld system.  Following the multi-platform release of the critically acclaimed console versions earlier this year, the game joins the latest line of offerings in the beloved franchise. From a spy-driven plotline to international locales and intense racing adventures, the game allows fans to play as their favorite characters including Lightning McQueen, Mater the tow truck, Finn McMissile and others, as they navigate through adventures within C.H.R.O.M.E. (Command Headquarters for Recon Operations and Motorized Espionage).

“This latest video game in the Cars franchise will be a real treat for fans and gamers,” said Javier Ferreira, Senior Vice President of Publishing, Disney Interactive Media Group. “Bringing the world of Cars to the Nintendo 3DS for the first time will deliver a heightened feeling of space and depth just in time for the holidays.”

Cars 2: The Video Game for Nintendo 3DS will offer the very best in eye-popping gameplay through the system’s stereoscopic 3D display. The game will take advantage of StreetPass™ communication, allowing players to unlock and share new skins. Multiplayer action with up to four players will also be available.

Development for Cars 2: The Video Game was led by Avalanche Software in collaboration with the filmmakers at Pixar Animation Studios. The game features full 3D support for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and is also currently available on the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, Wii™, Nintendo DS™, Nintendo 3DS and Windows PC/MAC. The console versions are all rated E 10+, while the Nintendo DS and Nintendo 3DS versions are rated E for Everyone by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB). The Wii, PlayStation®3 system and Xbox 360 versions are available for a suggested retail price of $49.99, while the Windows-based PC/Mac, Nintendo DS and Nintendo 3DS versions are available for $29.99.

Please visit http://Disney.com/CarsVideogame and www.facebook.com/carsgames for more information on Cars 2: The Video Game.

Cars 2: The Video Game Drives into the next dimension on the Nintendo 3DS

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FREE Star Wars: The Clone Wars Magazine Digital Sampler

October 31, 2011 by Leave a Comment
FREE Star Wars: The Clone Wars Magazine Digital Sampler
Have you checked out the official Star Wars: The Clone Wars Magazine? If not, here’s your chance! The magazine is packed full of incredible features about the hit animated show, as well as brand new and exclusive Star Wars: The Clone Wars comic strip stories!

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Teen Sensation “Mindless Behavior” Enjoys a Day “Rolling with RIDEMAKERZ” at Disney

October 26, 2011 by Leave a Comment

Teen Sensation Mindless Behavior Enjoys a Day Rolling with RIDEMAKERZ at Disney

Join teen boy band sensation Mindless Behavior as they “rock and roll” with their favorite Disney•Pixar Cars 2 vehicles from RIDEMAKERZ. From engines and spoilers to decals and wheels, these fully customizable toy cars are sure to race into the hearts of car and toy enthusiasts everywhere. Part two of a three part series, this video showcases each member of the band creating a customized version of their favorite Cars 2 character and, through exclusive interviews, highlights Mindless Behavior’s loyal friendship as the driving force of their budding success.

Infusing the RIDEMAKERZ passion for authentic car culture, fun, and self-expression with the Disney•Pixar’s Cars 2 franchise, RIDEMAKERZ now allows kids to build their favorite Cars 2 characters and then make them their own through individual customization. The Toys “R” Us “Snap N Go” line offers kids everything they need to “trick-out” their favorite characters from the Cars 2 movie at home.

With character choices including Lightning McQueen, Mater, Finn McMissile and Francesco Bernoulli, each custom car kit (MSRP starting at $19.99 to $39.99) includes a Cars 2 character body as well as a range of accessories. With additional accessories (MSRP $2.99 to $9.99) available, there are nearly endless customization options. Kids can mix and match to create millions of combinations, tricking-out their favorite Cars 2 characters with snap on spoilers, tires, side pipes, rims and magnetic roof accessories, engines, hood scoops and repositionable decals.

Prodigy, Ray Ray, Princeton and Roc Royal of Mindless Behavior, teen quartet and boy band whose hit singles include “My Girl” and “Mrs.Right.”

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Extra Fun with Disney Souvenirs

October 22, 2011 by 2 Comments
Extra Fun with Disney Souvenirs

Squirt at dinner

I used to buy souvenirs for our family and friends when we first started going to Walt Disney World. We stopped doing that several years ago, however, as it gets expensive and unnecessary after years of traveling to the parks. Now, I usually don’t shop for souvenirs for friends unless they are for other Disney lovers, like my friend Susan, or if it is for someone’s birthday or  special occasion gift.

A couple of years ago, I saw a special plush that caught my eye and I just had to bring it back for my friend and co-worker, Shiela. Shiela is not a Disney fan; I am the Disney fan in the office. Shiela is a sea turtle fan. So a couple of years ago I ran across a stuffed Squirt and just had to bring it to her. When I was back in WDW a few weeks ago, I ran across a really cute Squirt keychain and just had to get it.

The Squirt keychain is the perfect size; just small enough to take anywhere, and that is just what she did. She just got back from her vacation on the beaches of Mexico and look what she sent me.

Extra Fun with Disney Souvenirs

Squirt lounging at the beach

 

Extra Fun with Disney Souvenirs

Squirt on his way to get a drink

 

Extra Fun with Disney Souvenirs

Squirt, thankful that this is not him

Bringing a souvenir to a friend is a nice idea and it can also provide extra fun, even around the world. I just love it when people spread the Disney fun around. This is a great idea for kids to do, especially for those just beginning an interest in photography. I thought it might be an idea for many of you! Happy touring!

 

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