2/13/18 Disney Cruise line Epic Shows and Heroic Encounters Thrill Disney Cruise Line Guests During Marvel Day at Sea #170

Epic Shows and Heroic Encounters Thrill Disney Cruise Line Guests During Marvel Day at Sea, shared by Cara Allen Public Relations Manager  Disney Cruise line, February 13th 2018 

From incredible heroic encounters to a spellbinding journey into the Mystic Artsand a super-charged nighttime show with the first-ever Marvel battle at sea, families have more ways than ever to unleash their inner super hero during Marvel Day at Seaaboard the Disney Magic.

Since this event debuted on cruises from New York City this past fall and returned on select voyages from Miami in January, we’ve given you a glimpse at the epic fun through photos. Now, hear more about the celebration from some of the event’s creators, and get a first-ever video look at the incredible heroic encounters your family can experience together.

Marvel Day at Sea takes place on one epic day aboard select 5-night Disney Magic sailingsto the Caribbean and Bahamas through April. And just announced, the event will return from January to early March, 2019!

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2018/02/epic-shows-and-heroic-encounters-thrill-disney-cruise-line-guests-during-marvel-day-at-sea/

DCA Paradise Pier closes January 8th 2018 to become Pixar pier. 4 New lands in one place #168

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Egg-stravaganza Details Hatched as Fun Scavenger Hunt Returns to Disneyland Resort in April 2017. #118

Springtime is just around the corner, which means the return of the beloved Egg-stravaganza to Disneyland Resort. This fun, egg-themed scavenger hunt will take place from April 1-16, 2017, at Disneyland park, Disney California Adventure park, and Downtown Disney District. I recently “hopped” over to special event merchandiser Linda Votaw to discover what makes this activity popular with guests.
“This is the fifth year we’ve offered the Egg-stravaganza at the Disneyland Resort,” explained Linda. “I believe our guests love it as spring is a wonderful season to visit. This activity is easy to do, and it’s something the whole family can enjoy. Even if you have been to Disneyland Resort many times, this scavenger hunt gives guests an opportunity to explore the theme parks and Downtown Disney District in a new way.”

To participate, pick up a map and stickers for $5.99 (plus tax) at select merchandise locations throughout Disneyland Resort. Search for special hidden “eggs” themed to Disney and Pixar characters. Record your discoveries by placing the corresponding sticker on the themed Egg-stravaganza map to represent that location.
Whether you choose to hunt for eggs or not, return your map to a redemption location for a surprise. Redemption locations include the following merchandise shops: Elias & Co. at Disney California Adventure park; Disney Showcase in Disneyland park; World of Disney Store in the Downtown Disney District.

For guests visiting Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, don’t forget the Egg-stravaganza is currently taking place at the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival through May 29, 2017.

Purchasing limits will apply, while supplies last. Please note that no discounts apply and separate admission is required to enter Disney theme parks. The experience is subject to restrictions and may change without notice.
I wish to Thank Steven Miller of "Disney Parks Blog". For sharing this blog.
Happy Spring and Easter everyone.

Pirate Treasure Inspires 50th Anniversary Collection For Beloved Swashbuckling Voyage at Disneyland Park #115

The beloved swashbuckling voyage to a long forgotten time when pirates wrought havoc on the high seas celebrates its 50th anniversary this year at Disneyland Resort. The Pirates of the Caribbean attraction opened on March 18, 1967, in New Orleans Square, and quickly became an instant classic. To celebrate this milestone anniversary, we are releasing commemorative apparel and collectible pins this month in Disneyland park. I recently spoke with Graphic Designer Quynh Kimball, an 18-year Cast Member who works for Disney Design Group, about the inspiration behind the pin collection.
“We wondered what kind of pins would be released if Disney Pin Trading had been available in 1967,” explained Quynh. “The merchandising team and I watched the ‘Wonderful World of Disney’ opening day television special. We loved seeing pirates invading New Orleans Square to officially open the attraction. I could only imagine the delight guests felt as they experienced for the first time what have become iconic Disney attraction scenes. We included several of those scenes in the pin designs.”

Guests will find several individual limited edition pins, each with an edition size of 2,500. The individual limited edition pins will also be offered in a boxed set containing one completer pin (500 edition size).

“My favorite scenes include the man playing a banjo on his porch and the plunge down two waterfalls into Dead Man’s Cove,” said Quynh. “I thought the treasure chests with colorful gems were a great nod to the pirates in the latter scene. Those pirates are frozen in time and will never take home those chests filled with jewels, but our guests can with these pins [laughs].”

In addition to pins, guests will find two commemorative “I Was There” shirts.
One shirt was designed specifically for Annual Passholders, who may also find a collectible limited edition pin (3,000 edition size). Passholders should present a valid Annual Pass in order to purchase the exclusive shirt and pin.

The limited edition pins, Annual Passholder pin, and boxed pin set will be released on March 16 in the following Disneyland park locations: Westward Ho located in Frontierland; 20th Century Music Co. on Main Street, U.S.A.; and Little Green Store Command in Tomorrowland. Guests may also find these items at Disney’s Pin Traders in Downtown Disney District.

The “I Was There” Shirts will be offered in both Disneyana on Main Street, U.S.A., and Pieces of Eight in New Orleans Square on March 18. Guests may also find a version of the red-colored shirt via DisneyStore.com/ParkEvents from March 20-26. Please allow 3-5 weeks for delivery.

The park also offered a Pirates 50th anniversary Stein, it sold out by noon on Thursday, but will be restocked Today on the Anniversary of the ride POTC.
I want to thank Steven Miller of Disney Parks Blog, for sharing this.
Happy 50th Anniversary Pirates!! YoHo YoHo a Pirates life for me.

Thank you to all of our followers. #113

When we started this small blog about Disney. I never thought so many people, would actually read what we have posted.
We started out small, with showing the progress of Disney's California Adventure Park. And the renovation of the Cars Land area to Buena Vista Street with the trolleys.
We then added interviews with Disney Legends, such as Margaret Kerry (A.K.A. Tinkerbell), Dazzling Dan, Bill Farmer ( voice character, Goofy) Ragtime Robert Glen and our latest interview with Laurie Sherman, daughter of Bob Sherman of the Sherman Brother's.
We have reported on the special events, such as the D23 Expo and Disneyana shows. To Exclusive new purchases like Star Wars, Marvel and new theme parks.
We are the place to keep you up to date on new movie's, rides, Disney Cruise lines and our newest feature, Disney Book Reviews by Carla Capalbo.
We also report on the past such as this weekend's Pirates of the Caribbean 50th anniversary celebration.
I want to thank all the people at Disney Parks Blog, for allowing us to share their blog posts.
So please stay tuned and please keep sharing this Disney Blog with your friends.

I also want to thank my beautiful wife Carla Capalbo, Stephen Ysmael, Michael Smyth,  for allowing us to share in their groups.
Mitch Capalbo

Celebrate 50 Years of Pirates of the Caribbean with New Specialty Food and Beverage Items at Disneyland Park Starting Today #112

UPDATE 3/16/17: The Pirates of the Caribbean souvenir stein will be available while supplies last, beginning March 18, 2017.

Avast there! Ye come seeking adventure and salty old pirates, eh? Beginning March 16, you can celebrate 50 years of Pirates of the Caribbean with new Food and Beverage items, inspired by the beloved attraction at Disneyland Park!

Start yer mornin’ with a Caribbean Breakfast Burrito, filled with scrambled eggs, Andouille sausage, rice, sweet potatoes, black beans and cheddar cheese available at Mint Julep Bar and Royal Street Veranda. At lunchtime, Royal Street Veranda and Harbour Galley will serve a hearty Calypso Caribbean Chicken Stew featuring Caribbean-spiced chicken stewed with carrots, onions, celery, potatoes and yucca. At French Market Restaurant, the Buccaneer Pulled Pork Sandwich is piled high with jerk-spiced pork, topped with sweet and tangy barbecue sauce and pineapple Caribbean-style slaw, and served with fried yucca.

 

If ye be seekin’ gold, the Lost Treasure Beignets are for you! These lemon-flavored beignets shimmer as good as gold, and can be found at Mint Julep Bar and Café Orleans. Or try the Golden Churro, from the nearby churro cart—it’s said to lure the most stubborn sailor to its call.

Sorry there are no Vegan dishes pictured, But you can ask your server if there are any specials on the menu.

 For an extra special treat, try Fruits de Mer at the Disneyland original, Blue Bayou Restaurant – featuring pan-seared red snapper, sautéed shrimp, scallop and hush puppy, served on a bed of spinach with spicy shrimp sauce and rémoulade.

 At Café Orleans, try the Steak Sandwich, topped with white cheddar sauce, bacon jam, arugula and cherry tomatoes, and served with sweet potato waffle fries.

Drink up me hearties, yo ho! The Jolly Roger Punch features a blend of tropical fruit juices—pineapple, orange and mango. You can find the special punch at French Market Restaurant, Mint Julep Bar, Harbour Galley and Royal Street Veranda. A limited edition, souvenir Pirates of the Caribbean stein will also available at the same locations.
I want to thank Rachel Bshero, Food & Beverage Marketing Communications Coordinator at Disney Parks Blog for sharing this update.

 

These specialty items are only available for a limited time – so be sure to drop anchor in New Orleans Square Today!

Follow Along with Us: Disney Tweets Beyond the Parks #109

Let's take a look around the Disney Twitter-sphere and see what’s happening this week!

What is your Disney character DNA? Find out with Oh My Disney!

Oooh! How cute are these Toy Story Green Alien cupcakes? Learn how to make them and more with Disney Family.
Disney Style gives some adorable ideas for turning your desk into Main Street, U.S.A.
And keep up with what’s going on around the world of Disney with D23:

I wish to thank Erin Glover from Disney Parks Blog, for these interesting stories.
You can follow our blog on twitter, by either of our names : caldizny or etickettomorrow .
If you would like to see the full story by Erin, please visit her site.
Follow Along with Us: Disney Tweets Beyond the Parks https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2017/03/follow-along-with-us-disney-tweets-beyond-the-parks-2/ via @DisneyParks

Disney Cruise Line To Offer Exciting New Experiences on the Disney Fantasy #107

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2017/03/disney-cruise-line-to-offer-exciting-new-experiences-on-the-disney-fantasy/

Rivers of Light at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Adds Second Nightly Performance #106

Animal Kingdom’s new evening show, Rivers of Light, is proving to be a favorite among guests. Walt Disney World has responded to the popularity of Rivers of Light by adding a second nightly performance.
Starting this Saturday, March 11,Rivers of Light at Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be offered twice a night on Saturdays, Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. On March 11th, an 8:30pm show has been added to the schedule. Daylight savings time takes effect the following day and show times will be 8:45pm and 10:00pm on the selected dates. Park hours on these nights have been extended until 9:30PM.

Disney Raises the Dining Plan Prices for 2017 #103

Following along with the other price increases we have seen across the boards in regards to the Walt Disney World Resort, Disney has increased the Dining Plan Prices for 2017.
Prices are effective immediately, and are priced as follows:
Quick Service Dining Plan per guest per night of your stay:
Adults- $48.19     Child- $20.88

‘Standard’ Dining Plan, per guest, per night of your stay:

Adults- $69.35     Child – $24.95

Deluxe Dining Plan, per guest, per night of your stay:

Adults -$106.68    Child- $38.75

I believe these prices are pricing rates for Disneyland and Walt Disney World Family vacation prices.

I would like to thank ChipandCo and Disney Parks Blog for this info.
So the next time you visit, bring your credit cards or extra cash to dish out for dining.

Shops on Main Street U.S.A. Disneyland #92

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2017/01/the-shops-of-main-street-u-s-a-disneyana/
I want to thank Erin Glover for posting this.
Please stay tuned for more blogs regarding news about Disneyland.

Five Reasons to Celebrate Return of Main Street Electrical Parade During After-Hours Premiere Event at Disneyland Park on Jan. 19.2017 #91

The Main Street Electrical Parade returns to the place it began for a limited engagement beginning Jan. 20, and you can be among the very first in decades to see this iconic parade light up in the Disneyland park during a special after-hours premiere event on Jan. 19! There are many reasons to attend this exciting event – and here just five of them!

1. Exclusive access to Disneyland park – Tickets for this event are extremely limited, so you will be among an exclusive group of guests to enjoy most Disneyland park attractions and select restaurants. See the parade and then spend the rest of the night riding some of your favorites over and over!


2. Take photos with the floats – Ever wished you could walk right up and take your photo next to one of the parade floats? At this premiere event, you can!


3. Dance the night away – Party like it’s 1972 during a special 70s dance party at Tomorrowland Terrace!


4. Complimentary parking – Premiere event ticket holders will enjoy complimentary parking at Mickey & Friends parking structure after 6 p.m.


5. First! – Did I mention you will be among the first guests to see the Main Street Electrical Parade return home to Disneyland park? Well, you will.

This sounds great to me.
I want to thank Erin Glover for posting this at the Disney Parks Blog.
 

DISNEY PARKS BLOG SHARED THIS TODAY: Main Street Electrical Parade Coming to Disneyland Park for a Limited Time; Last Chance to ‘Paint the Night’ #81

As we just announced, night time at Disneyland park will get even brighter with the return of Main Street Electrical Parade early next year! Twenty years since it last glowed down Main Street, U.S.A., at Disneyland park, this “spectacular festival pageant of nighttime magic and imagination” will return for a limited-time encore engagement.

The quintessential Disney Parks nighttime parade, the Main Street Electrical Parade began at Disneyland park in 1972, shining brightly in the memories of thousands of Disneyland park guests until the end of its initial run in 1996. It returned to the Disneyland Resort as Disney’s Electrical Parade, bringing magical Disney stories to Disney California Adventure park from 2001 until 2010, when it crossed the country to begin its most recent run at Walt Disney World Resort.
Before its half-million tiny lights return to illuminate the imaginations of a whole new generation of Disneyland park guests, there is still time enjoy the experience this beloved favorite inspired – “Paint the Night” parade.

“Paint the Night” parade will continue nightly performances, just before “Disneyland Forever” fireworks, through September 5 as part of the Disneyland Resort Diamond Celebration. And I’m excited to share today that this popular parade will return on select nights during the holiday season later this year. Be sure to keep an eye on the entertainment calendar at Disneyland.com for performance dates and times.
Stay tuned to the Disney Parks Blog for more details — including dates — for this special engagement of Main Street Electrical Parade at Disneyland park next year!
I want to thank Erin Glover for sharing this news.

I am glad that the MSEP is returning to the Disneyland Resort. Just a note to the people on Facebook who thought the Paint the Night parade was heading to Walt Disney World, Not at this moment. It will still be at Disneyland for Special events and Holidays. 

Just announced from Disney Parks Blog: Three Dooney & Bourke Collections to Premiere on Shop Disney Parks App in August 2016 #77

I have exciting news for guests who love Dooney & Bourke handbags. In August 2016, we will premiere three new Dooney & Bourke collections on the Shop Disney Parks mobile app. This free app offers access to thousands of products found at Disney Parks which you can have shipped directly to your home. To download, please visit DisneyWorld.com/Shop. Here are details about each collection being released this month.

August 15 The highly anticipated Disney’s “Beauty & the Beast” collection will be released via the app on August 15. You may recall seeing this collection in a Disney Parks Blog Unboxed video in early June. Look for a shopper tote, a letter carrier, and a wristlet.

August 22 Three handbags inspired by Walt Disney’s “Alice in Wonderland” will be released on August 22 via the app. Titled “Tea Time,” this collection includes a wristlet, a letter carrier, and a shopper tote.

August 29 This year, Walt Disney’s “Dumbo” celebrates its 75th anniversary. The film was originally released in October 1941, and has inspired classic Disney Parks attractions such as Dumbo Flying Elephants in Fantasyland. To celebrate this milestone anniversary, we’re releasing three handbags on August 29 via the app. The collection includes a shopper tote, a letter carrier, and a wristlet. Look for an anniversary-themed hangtag on select styles.
I want to thank  Steven Miller, Merchandise Communications Manager.
at Disney Parks Blog.

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