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H2O Plus and Disney Parks Extend and Expand Alliance Relationship

As the primary in-room amenities provider for Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Disney Cruise Line and Disney Vacation Club properties, H2O Plus is pleased to announce the expansion of a multi-year strategic alliance agreement that will extend the H2O Plus presence internationally. Through the new deal, H2O Plus products will now also be available at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, Disneyland Resort Paris and Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaii. In addition, H2O Plus will sponsor five runDisney races at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resorts.

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Posted: Thu 5/23/2013 6:52a • permalinkDiscuss It
Tags: Disney Cruise Lines Disneyland Resort Disneyland Walt Disney World Other Destinations

Man Posing as Disney Heir Accused of Stealing Park Passes

KTLA.com reports a man has been arrest for burglary after passing himself off as "Stephen Disney" and stealing Disneyland tickets in a burglary.

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Posted: Thu 5/23/2013 6:49a • permalinkDiscuss It
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Disney Channel Pulls Jessie Episode That Made Fun of Gluten Allergy

Deadline.com reports Disney recently pulled an episode of the Disney Channel show Jessie. The episode, "Quitting Cold Koala," had two scenes where characters made fun of someone's glutten alergy.

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Posted: Thu 5/23/2013 6:34a • permalinkDiscuss It
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Video: Adventures by Disney Adds Austria, Germany, Czech Republic, Teen Family Trips

From the Disney Parks YouTube Channel...

Adventures by Disney is adding exciting new vacations to our collection this year. On the family trip to Austria, Germany & Czech Republic, you'll spend 9-day immersed in the treasures and hidden stories of Prague, Salzburg, Vienna and the Bavarian Alps. Our newly enhanced Italy vacation includes added VIP experiences from Rome to the Tuscan countryside. And we're pleased to introduce specialty departures for families traveling with teenagers on trips to Peru, Costa Rica and the Southwest.

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Downtown Disney at the Disneyland Resort Extended Hours for Monstrous Summer All-Nighter

From the Official Disney Parks Blog...

Disneyland and Disney California Adventure parks aren’t the only places to have a monstrous time during thisFriday’s all-nighter at the Disneyland Resort … the Downtown Disney District is also getting in on the fun with extended hours and more. Check it out:

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    • Downtown Disney District restaurants will be open until 2 a.m. on Saturday, May 25 (excluding ESPN Zone)
    • Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen Express will be open until 3 a.m. on Saturday, May 25
    • Special extended hours at ESPN Zone
      • The Arena – open until 3 a.m.
      • The 19th Hole Bar – alcohol available until 1 a.m.
      • Non-alcoholic drinks served until 3 a.m.
      • Limited food menu served until 1 a.m.
      • “1/2 price” special on all Arena games from 12-3 a.m.
    • House of Blues and Tortilla Jo’s will open for breakfast at 6 a.m. on Saturday, May 25
    • The following will be open 24 hours on May 24-25
      • Café Renee
      • Planet Popcorn
      • Wetzel’s Pretzels
      • Jamba Juice
      • La Brea Bakery Express
    • The following will be open until 2 a.m. on Saturday, May 25
      • Wetzel’s Pretzels Cart
      • Gelato Cart
      • Churro Carts
  • Restaurants, Food Carts and Quick Service Locations
  • Merchandise Stores and Carts
    • Downtown Disney District stores will be open 24 hours on May 24-25
    • Merchandise carts will be open until 2 a.m. on Saturday, May 25
    • Live Entertainment
      • 6–10 p.m. – Downtown Disney District live entertainment
      • 11 p.m. – 4 a.m. – DJ Wendy on the Main Stage
      • 11 p.m. – 4 a.m. – DJ Justin at House of Blues area
  • For more information, click here, and join the conversation on Twitter using the hashtag #Disney24.

 

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Posted: Thu 5/23/2013 6:14a • permalinkDiscuss It
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Video: WDI on Creating the Sound for Test Track

A new video from Walt Disney Imagineering via the Disney Parks YouTube channel takes a look at what went into creating the soundtrack behind Epcot's new Test Track.

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Richard Sherman and Alan Menken Once-In-A-Lifetime Concert at the D23 Expo

For one night only, two of the world’s most celebrated songwriters and composers will take to the stage for “Richard M. Sherman and Alan Menken: The Disney Songbook.” The concert will take place at the D23 Expo 2013 at the Anaheim Convention Center in the D23 Expo Arena on Saturday, August 10.

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Video: New Trailer for The Lone Ranger

Disney has released a new trailer for The Lone Ranger, coming to theaters July 3rd.

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Posted: Thu 5/23/2013 6:00a • permalinkDiscuss It
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ESPN Rumored to be Laying Off as Many as 400 or More Today

Deadspin.com is reporting that ESPN is laying off more than 400 of their 7,000 employees today. They also report another source says the number is in the hundreds, but not quite that high. ESPN did confirm to them that they are "implementing changes across the company." ESPN has been a hugely profitable division of Disney but Disney recently commited to cutting costs across the company. According to the article, ESPN has not had a major staff reduction since 2009.

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Posted: Tue 5/21/2013 8:55a • permalinkDiscuss It
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Star Wars Rebels, A New Animated Series, Coming to Disney XD This Fall

Production has begun on Star Wars Rebels, an exciting, all-new animated television series based on one of the greatest entertainment franchises of all time. Scheduled to premiere in fall 2014 as a one-hour special telecast on Disney Channel, it will be followed by a series on Disney XD channels around the world.

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Posted: Tue 5/21/2013 7:52a • permalinkDiscuss It
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Video: New TV Spot for The Lone Ranger; Learn Why He Wears a Mask

Disney has released a new 30-second TV spot for The Lone Ranger, opening in theaters May 20. In the spot, learn why the Lone Ranger chooses to wear a mask.

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Posted: Tue 5/21/2013 6:45a • permalinkDiscuss It
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Another Hold Up for the 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea Remake

Slashfilm.com reports Disney's remake of 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea is on hold. The film, directed by David Fincher, is having trouble finding an actor to play the lead, Ned Land (played by Kirk Douglas in the 1954 classic), with Brad Pitt having turned it down and things not working out with Channing Tatum. As a result of the delays, the earliest the film could be released is likely 2015. Who do you think would be a good chocie?

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Disney Cruise Line Accused of Letting a Child Molesting Employee Escape Arrest

A report at ClickOrlando.com says Disney did not immedietely report an incident of a ship employee molesting an 11-year old girl on board the ship while in Port Canaveral. As a result, the incident was not investigated by US authorities and the employee was able to fly back home to India. Disney says they did not realize the incident was a crime until after they left port, but ClickOrlando.com says that claim is contradicted by Disney's own Security Incident Report. Another important note towards the end of the video report - apparently the suspect was questioned by authorities in the Bahamas and confessed, but by then the victim's grandmother had decided not to press charges and it was at that point he was allowed to return to India.

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Disneyland Joins Instagram With 100% Fan Submitted Photos

From the Disney Parks Blog...

Did you know that the Happiest Place on Earth is also the #1 most-Instagrammed place in the U.S.? It’s true – there have been more than 8 million photos posted on the photo sharing app from the Disneyland Resort to date.

That’s why I’m excited to tell you that we’ve launched @Disneyland on Instagram, featuring 100 percent fan-sourced images! Our guests have always loved sharing their Disney memories from right here insideDisneyland and Disney California Adventure parks, and Instagram allows them to do that in a fun way.

Want in? Be sure to add #Disneyland or tag @Disneyland to your photos and you may be featured on our @Disneyland Instagram feed.

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Posted: Mon 5/20/2013 1:30p • permalinkDiscuss It
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Queue Instructions, Attraction Hours and Info and Other Details for Disneyland's 24-Hour Party on Friday

From the Disney Parks Blog...

Park Hours and Attraction Information

  • Disneyland and Disney California Adventure parks will open at 6 a.m. on Friday, May 24, and select attractions, entertainment and services will remain open until 6 a.m. on Saturday, May 25, with the following exceptions:
    • Cars Land, Paradise Pier, Pacific Wharf and Twilight Zone Tower of Terror will be available exclusively to Grad Nite guests from as early as 10:15 p.m. (May 24) until 3:30 a.m. (May 25).
    • Radiator Springs Racers will be available to Disney California Adventure park guests from 9 a.m. – 10:15 p.m. on May 24. FASTPASS Service distribution will begin at 6 a.m. for this attraction.
    • “a bug’s land” will be available to Disney California Adventure park guests from 6 a.m. – 10:15 p.m. on May 24.
    • Big Thunder Mountain Railroad will be closed for refurbishment.
    • Other attractions may close early due to maintenance or other reasons. Please check the Entertainment Times Guide on the day of the event for a more complete listing of scheduled closures.

Queue Instructions for Park Opening on May 24

  • The early arrival queue will open to guests on Disneyland Resort property at 10 p.m. on May 23. Cast members will be available in the Disneyland Resort Esplanade to direct guests to queue location upon arrival.
  • Parking will initially be available in the Anaheim GardenWalk parking area with overflow parking at the Pumbaa Parking Lot, if necessary, and standard parking rates will apply. Please be aware that no shuttle service will be offered from the Anaheim GardenWalk or Pumbaa Parking areas prior to 8 a.m. on May 24.
  • All guests in line will be able to temporarily leave the line to use the restroom, purchase food or beverages, and return or retrieve items from their vehicles/hotel rooms.
  • Portions of the early arrival queue will be located beyond the guest screening checkpoints, beyond which certain items will not be permitted. Be sure to check the list of prohibited items here. Exceptions will be made for items such as large blankets and pillows, but all items must be able to be stored in a locker prior to entering either park. No tents, inflatable mattresses, coolers or heating equipment will be permitted in the queue.
  • Restrooms will be available to guests in the queue, and ticket purchases will be available beginning at 3:05 a.m. the morning of May 24.
  • Disneyland Resort Hotel guests who wish to enter either park at 6 a.m. on May 24 will be directed to the main queue in the Central Esplanade. Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel gate into Disney California Adventure park will open to Disneyland Resort Hotel guests at 7 a.m. on May 24.

Annual Passholder Information

  • SoCal Select Annual Passports will not be valid for admission on May 24.
  • SoCal or Deluxe Annual Passports will be valid for admission during the entire 24-hour period.
  • Annual Passholders and their guests who carpool to the Monstrous Summer All-Nighter at the Disneyland Resort can receive a special button, while supplies last. Here are the details:
    • There must be at least three (3) people in the vehicle and at least one (1) person must be a valid Annual Passholder. Valid Passport must be presented upon entry to the participating parking area. Photo ID may be required.
    • One (1) button will be given to each person who is legally seated in the qualifying vehicle. Supplies are limited and are not guaranteed.
    • Buttons will be available at the Mickey & Friends, Pumbaa, Simba, Toy Story, and Anaheim Convention Center parking areas. Buttons will not be available at the Anaheim GardenWalk parking location.
    • This special offer will be available from 5 a.m. on May 24 to 6 a.m. on May 25, or while supplies last.
    • More information can be found at: www.disneyland.com/apmagic

Stay Connected

  • Be sure to follow @Disneyland@DisneylandToday and @DCAToday on Twitter to stay connected and receive the latest updates during your visit to the Disneyland Resort. We will also have live updates throughout the day here on the Disney Parks Blog.
  • More information on the Monstrous Summer All-Nighter can be found here.

 

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Video: Grand Floridian Disney Vacation Club Villas Go On Sale May 23 and June 19

Via a video from Ken Potrock, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Disney Vacation Club, Disney has announced sales of the Grand Floridian Villas will start this Thursday, May 23 for existing Disney Vacation Club members and June 19 for everyone. The video also includes photos and footage from Grand Floridian Villa room models.

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Posted: Mon 5/20/2013 10:55a • permalinkDiscuss It
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Universal Studios Florida Raises Ticket Prices

Over the weekend Universal Studios Florida raised their ticket prices becoming the first park in Central Florida to have a one-day one-park price over $90.00. The new price for that ticket is $92 (up 3.4 %). A one-day park hopper is now $128 and multi-day ticket prices went up as well. Historically, Disney and Universal have raised their ticket prices around the same time, so many are expecting a Disney World price increase very soon.

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Video: Disney's PLANES Takes Flight - Hear the Music From the Film

A new video “Disney’s PLANES Takes Flight,” featuring music by the film's composer, Mark Mancina. PLANES opens on August 9.

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Posted: Fri 5/17/2013 12:37p • permalinkDiscuss It
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Give Forward to Help LP Writer Doug Marsh and His Wife Jamie

Doug Marsh is a long time writer for LaughingPlace.com and one of my dearest friends. Recently, his wife Jamie underwent a successful heart transplant, and as you can imagine the accompanying bills are astronomical. If you are able to help in any way, Doug and Jamie would greatly appreciate it. A Give Forward account has been set up on their behalf at:
https://www.giveforward.com/anewheart


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Brad Birds Would Like To Do Incredibles 2 and Why He Turned Down Star Wars

ComingSoon.net reports on a recent Hollywood Reporter interview with director Brad Bird. In it he says he would be interested in doing a sequel to his hit Pixar film The Incredibles. He also makes it public he was offered to direct Star Wars Episode VII and explains why he turned it down.

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Posted: Thu 5/16/2013 1:46p • permalinkDiscuss It
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