Disney World Introduces Refillable Mugs Without Handles:
According to WDW Info, Disney has begun introducing a new refillable mug without handles at Saratoga Springs. The mugs without handles will rollout at other Disney World resorts based on guest feedback according to resort managers.
The cost of the mugs remain the same as their counterparts with handles at $17.99. The picture also remains the same with Mickey and Minnie in a car and the rest of gang on the mug. Right now the mugs only come in green and purple.
The main reason for the new mugs could be that the mugs previously didn't fit into car cupholders with their handles. What does everyone think of these new refillable mugs without handles?
Disney Parks Blog Holding "Pete's Dragon" Early Screening:
The Disney Parks Blog will be holding an early screening of "Pete's Dragon" in theaters August 12, this Wednesday, August 3 at 7:30 p.m. ET. The screening will be held under the stars at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground. Here is what you need to know about the event if you got your RSVP in time:
All attendees who sign up for the meet-up must be 18 years or older, but guests do not need to be 18 or older.
Disney’s “Pete’s Dragon” is rated PG.
Limit one guest per registrant.
We will send an email to individuals whose valid RSVPs are received by us via email before we reach the planned capacity to confirm their attendance for the meet-up.
If confirmed, it will be necessary for the registrant and guest to check in at the front of Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground at the Walt Disney World Resort for access to the event. The confirmation will include those details.
Valid photo I.D. will be required at check-in.
Meet-up confirmations are non-transferrable and have no cash value.
Confirmation will be for the accepted registered person and guest.
If you do not receive an email from us confirming your reservation, then your RSVP was not accepted.
The meet-up is subject to change or cancellation without notice.
Some more information you need to know since it is an early screening:
This is a pre-release screening of the movie. Captioning, descriptive video and assisted listening devices will not be available.
Please arrive early. Seating is first come, first seated. No one will be admitted late. The screening may be overbooked and seating is not guaranteed. Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures (WDSMP), its affiliates and the theatre are not responsible for overbooking. We may refuse, revoke or limit admission in our sole discretion at any time.
NO RECORDING. The screening will be monitored for unauthorized recording. By attending, you agree not to use any video or audio recording devices (including, without limitation, cameras and phones) in the venue. If you attempt to use a recording device during this screening, you consent to your immediate removal from the venue and forfeiture of your recording device and its contents. Any attempted unauthorized recording will be reported to law enforcement and may subject you to criminal and civil liability. WDSMP and its related companies reserve the right to pursue any and all available remedies at law and in equity for any unauthorized recording and/or copyright infringement, including without limitation statutory damages of up to $150,000 per violation, and nothing contained in this notice shall be construed to limit our available remedies and/or legal recourse. Further, by attending, you grant permission to WDSMP and Disney Destinations, LLC, their licensees, licensors, affiliates and agents, to record and utilize your name, voice and likeness to publicize the screening and promote the movie.
You assume all risks of personal injury arising from or incidental to attending the screening, whether occurring prior to, during, or after the event.
Disney's "Pete's Dragon" stars Bryce Dallas Howard, Oakes Fegley, Wes Bentley, Karl Urban, Oona Laurence, Isiah Whitlock Jr., and Oscar-winning actor Robert Redford. The film flies into theaters August 12.
Disney PhotoPass Introduces Two More Offers at Disneyland:
Yesterday, Disney PhotoPass+ One Week at Disneyland which allows guests unlimited digital downloads during a one-week stay for a very reasonable price. Today, they announced two more new offers for guests to collect their memories in Disney PhotoPass Collection and Disney PhotoPass Collection + Disc. Here is what each product has to offer:
Disney PhotoPass Collection ($99 plus tax)
Digital downloads of all Disney PhotoPass photos in your account at time of redemption
Voucher for a Dining Print Package (Voucher may not be redeemed online. See voucher for restrictions.)
Disneyland Resort Gallery Disc, featuring more than 350 high-resolution professional photos from around Disneyland Resort
This product can only be purchased at a Disney PhotoPass Sales Center, any dining location with PhotoPass Photographers and all attraction locations with on-ride PhotoPass photo capture.
Disney PhotoPass Collection + Disc ($119 plus tax)
DVD disc with all Disney PhotoPass photos in your account at the time of purchase.
Voucher for a Dining Print Package (Voucher may not be redeemed online. See voucher for restrictions.)
Disneyland Resort Gallery Disc
This product can only be purchased at a Disney PhotoPass Sales Center. Digital downloads of your Disney PhotoPass photos will not be available unless the Disneyland mobile app is presented at time of purchase.
There are now plenty of options to relive the memories of your trip to Disneyland. Which new option will you choose?
We are just a few weeks away from the release of the remake of Disney's classic animated film in "Pete's Dragon" on August 12. The film sets off in the adventures of an orphaned boy named Pete and his best friend that so happens to be a dragon named, Elliot. The film is directed by David Lowery and stars Bryce Dallas Howard, Robert Redford, Oakes Fegley, and so many more.
Today, a new clip was released featuring Redford, Fegley, Oona Laurence, and of course the friendly dragon, Elliot. Check it out:
The premiere of Disney's newest and first Latina Princess in "Elena of Avalor" is just days away from its premiere this Friday, July 22. First however, Disney will air one of its animated classics in "Frozen" at 5:15 p.m. During "Frozen" we will get a first look of the new animated short-series, LEGO Frozen Northern Lights, which premieres this fall in November on Disney Channel.
That's not all as we will get an exclusive first look at a scene from the upcoming release of the Disney's live action film in Disney's "Pete's Dragon" hitting theaters on August 12. There's more as we will get a look at a new trailer from Disney's live action remake of its animated classic, Beauty and the Beast, with narration from its star Emma Watson (Belle). "Beauty and the Beast" opens in theaters on March 17, 2017.
Just last week we got our first teaser for the sequel to "Descendants" in "Descendants 2." We will be getting our first trailer for the Disney Channel Original Movie sequel that is set to premiere next year in Summer 2017.
"Elena of Avalor" will premiere this Friday on Disney Channel at 7 p.m EST. The first episode will be available on the Disney Channel and Disney Junior app, Disney VOD platforms, and the Disney YouTube channel tomorrow, July 20th. Following the US debut of the new show, it will roll out in 163 countries on the Disney Channel and Disney Junior.
With the success of Early Morning Magic at the Magic Kingdom, it was recently extended through the end of September. Today, Disney World announced it would also begin testing the idea at Hollywood Studios beginning August 1.
Much like at the Magic Kingdom, a limited number of guests will pay to enter the Studios early at 7:45 a.m. to experience Star Tours - The Adventures Continue, Toy Story Mania, Pixar Place Meet & Greet with Woody & Buzz, and Meet & Greets with Mickey & Minnie on Commissary Lane and Olaf at Celebrity Spotlight. Guests will also be able to enjoy an all-you-care-to-enjoy breakfast at ABC Commissary from 8-10 a.m. before the park opens.
Guests can begin booking the experience beginning today by visiting DisneyWorld.com/EarlyMorningMagic or by calling 407-827-7350. Theme Park admission is required in addition to the purchase of Early Morning Magic ticket. Early Morning Magic is a separate experience from Disney's Extra Magic Hours.
Disney Park Pack - Holiday Edition Now Available:
A few months ago the Disney Parks Blog unveiled a special holiday edition of the Disney Park Pack would be available in July. It is now available to order on the Disney Store online with shipments expected to begin next month. Every month subscribers will receive a new special edition Disney Ear Hat ornament. Each of the ornaments were created especially for this special holiday edition of the Disney Park Pack.
Price is $29.99/ month or $300 for the annual subscription. Limit one per household. Here are some more details on the Disney Park Pack - Holiday Edition:
With your Disney Park Pack Holiday Edition monthly subscription you will receive a new ear hat ornament every month**
Fully-sculptured ear hat ornament
Bottom of ornament features printed artist signature
Satin ribbon for hanging
Comes in special blind box presentation package
Created for the Disney Park Pack
Online premier
Limited availability
Since this is a subscription product, which will be connected directly to your account, you may only purchase this item online. Sorry, no phone orders***
*Shipping is included in the price of your Subscription. Shipping applies to Standard Delivery sent to a single U.S. shipment address. Additional items in your Shopping Bag may incur Shipping & Handling charges. Disney E-Commerce reserves the right to cancel or modify this offer at any time.
**Cancellation Policy: For month-to-month subscriptions, you must disable the auto-payment feature before your next shipment is processed to halt the delivery of your upcoming parcel and any thereafter. If you disable it after the processing date, your next parcel will still arrive, but you will not receive any parcels thereafter. Due to the prepayment structure of the 12-month subscription, you are unable to cancel your prepaid term. However, you can easily disable the auto-payment feature to ensure that you do not receive parcels past your prepaid term.
***Please note: All sales final. No refunds, exchanges or returns for this item.
Guests must order by August 9th to receive the first Ear Hat ornament, which will ship on August 15. Park Packs will be shipped on the 15th of every month afterwords. Allow 5-7 days for delivery.
New Clip for Disney's "Pete's Dragon" - "Is Elliot Your Imaginary Friend?":
A new clip has been released for Disney's remake of "Pete's Dragon" called, "Is Elliot Your Imaginary Friend?" The film is set to be released in theaters in exactly month on August 12. Check it out:
Dessert Party & Dining Reservations Now Available for Holiday Party Nights:
Time flies when you're having fun. It may be the beginning of summer but the fall nights for Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party or the holidays to celebrate Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party are just around the corner. Reservations are now open for the dessert parties as well as dining reservations for both holiday parties at the Magic Kingdom.
The HalloWishes Fireworks Dessert Premium Package will be returning for Mickey's Not-So-Scary for select nights of the party that occurs September 2 through October 31. The package begins with a reserved viewing of Mickey's "Boo-to-You" Halloween Parade. It is then followed by a private fireworks dessert party at Tomorrowland Terrace. There you will enjoy Halloween-themed confections while you take in the Happy HalloWishes Fireworks.
You can enjoy the Wishes Fireworks Dessert Party during select nights of Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party from November 7 through December 22. You will get a reserved viewing of Mickey's Once Upon a Christmastime Parade. Afterwards enjoy festive treats while enjoying fa-la-la-fantastic views of Holiday Wishes: Celebrate the Spirit of the Season fireworks.
Dining Reservations are also available for party nights at The Crystal Palace Restaurant, Be Our Guest, and Cinderella's Royal Table. A valid ticket to either Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party or Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party is need to make dessert party or dining reservations. Reservations may be made by visiting DisneyWorld.com/dine or by calling 407-WDW-DINE.
"The Chew" is Coming Back to Epcot's International Food & Wine Festival:
The co-hosts of ABC's "The Chew" will be returning to Epcot and Walt Disney World for the park's International Food & Wine Festival. Mario Batali, Michael Symon, Carla Hall, Clinton Kelly, and Daphne Oz will explore the festival and beyond during tapings of the show October 5-7. The taped shows will air October 10-14 on ABC at 1 p.m. EST/ 12 p.m. PST, check for local listings.
The show will have a presence throughout the entire 62-day festival at The Chew Collective marketplace in the Next Eats festival area of Future World with two savory dishes – Grilled Beef Skewer with Romaine, Apricots and Feta Cheese, and Ricotta and Zucchini Ravioli with Rustic Tomato Sauce – and one sweet — Peanut Butter and White Chocolate Mousse with a Caramel Drizzle. You can pair tastes with this year’s exclusive new festival Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon that will be served at The Chew Collective.
At the Festival Center, guests can watch screening of "The Chew" show highlights, cooking and entertaining tips, and same-day episodes of "The Chew" Monday-Friday at 1 p.m. Instructions for tickets to the tapings will be available at a later date.
Preview "Pete's Dragon" atDisney Parks Beginning July 1:
Guests visiting Disney Parks will get a sneak preview of Disney's remake of its cherished film, "Pete's Dragon" beginning next week on July 1. At Disney's Hollywood Studios, guests can see the preview as part of One Man's Dream. While at Disney California Adventure guests can catch the sneak peak of the film in 3D with special in-theater effects inside the Sunset Showcase Theater in Hollywood Land.
In “Pete’s Dragon,” old wood carver Mr. Meacham (Robert Redford) has delighted local children for years with his tales of the fierce dragon that resides deep in the woods of the Pacific Northwest. To his daughter, Grace (Bryce Dallas Howard), who works as a forest ranger, these stories are little more than tall tales…until she meets Pete (Oakes Fegley). Pete is a mysterious 10-year-old with no family and no home who claims to live in the woods with a giant, green dragon named Elliot. And from Pete’s descriptions, Elliot seems remarkably similar to the dragon from Mr. Meacham’s stories. With the help of Natalie (Oona Laurence), an 11-year- old girl whose father Jack (Wes Bentley) owns the local lumber mill, Grace sets out to determine where Pete came from, where he belongs, and the truth about this dragon.
Catch the 10-minute sneak peek of Disney’s “Pete’s Dragon,” and look for the film to materialize in theaters in 3D on August 12, 2016!
The Walt Disney Company Donates $1 Million to OneOrlando Fund:
We have all been affected by the tragedy that occurred early Sunday morning at the Pulse Nightclub in Orlando. No more than the city of Orlando itself we are all Orland United. Disney has been quiet the last few days in honoring the victims lost of the horrific tragedy. Today, the Walt Disney Company announced they are donating $1 million to the OneOrlando Fund. The Walt Disney World Resort will also be providing complimentary accommodations for family and friends of the victims. This is truly what makes Disney the great company it is. Here is the full release that was announced on the Disney Parks Blog:
"Today, the Walt Disney Company is announcing a $1 million cash commitment to the OneOrlando Fund, established by Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer to assist those affected by the tragic events in Orlando. Also, eligible donations from Disney employees will be matched dollar for dollar by Disney Employee Matching Gifts: A Program of The Walt Disney Company Foundation.
“We are heartbroken by this tragedy and hope our commitment will help those in the community affected by this senseless act,” said Bob Chapek, chairman, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. “With 74,000 Cast Members who call Orlando home, we mourn the loss of the victims and offer our condolences to their families, friends and loved ones.”
OneOrlando Fund will provide funds and other services to individuals affected by the tragedy. The website for the new fund is www.oneorlando.org.
Walt Disney World Resort has also been working in coordination with other Central Florida agencies and leaders to provide support to those in need. In coordination with OneBlood, cast members and other employees working at Walt Disney World Resort wishing to donate blood to help victims may donate at five designated locations across the resort property.
Through an effort led by the City of Orlando and the Central Florida Hotel & Lodging Association, Walt Disney World Resort is also providing complimentary accommodations for the families and friends of the victims.
Our hearts are with everyone impacted by this horrific event."
Thank you Disney for making us smile when it's been so hard to do the last few days. I continue to pray for the victims and for Orlando. Just remember to hug your loved ones a little tighter. We stand as one, we stand united for the victims.
Official "Pete's Dragon" Trailer Released:
Today, the official trailer for Disney's remake of its family classic in "Pete's Dragon" was released. Here is description that was released along with the trailer:
Some secrets are too big to keep. Watch the brand new trailer for Disney’s Pete’s Dragon, starring Bryce Dallas Howard, Robert Redford, and Oakes Fegley. See the film when it flies onto the big screen in 3D August 12!
A reimagining of Disney’s cherished family film, “Pete’s Dragon” is the adventure of an orphaned boy named Pete and his best friend Elliott, who just so happens to be a dragon. “Pete’s Dragon” stars Bryce Dallas Howard, Oakes Fegley, Wes Bentley, Karl Urban, Oona Laurence and Oscar® winner Robert Redford. The film, which is directed by David Lower, is written by Lowery & Toby Halbrooks based on a story by Seton I. Miller and S.S. Field and produced by Jim Whitaker, p.g.a., with Barrie M. Osborne serving as executive producer. For years, old wood carver Mr. Meacham (Robert Redford) has delighted local children with his tales of the fierce dragon that resides deep in the woods of the Pacific Northwest. To his daughter, Grace (Bryce Dallas Howard), who works as a forest ranger, these stories are little more than tall tales…until she meets Pete (Oakes Fegley). Pete is a mysterious 10-year-old with no family and no home who claims to live in the woods with a giant, green dragon named Elliott. And from Pete’s descriptions, Elliott seems remarkably similar to the dragon from Mr. Meacham’s stories. With the help of Natalie (Oona Laurence), an 11-year-old girl whose father Jack (Wes Bentley) owns the local lumber mill, Grace sets out to determine where Pete came from, where he belongs, and the truth about this dragon. Disney’s “Pete’s Dragon” opens in U.S. theaters on August 12, 2016.
Check out the trailer below:
"Pete's Dragon" hits theaters in 3D on August 12, 2016.
New "Pete's Dragon" Photos, Trailer Out Tomorrow:
We will be getting a new trailer for "Pete's Dragon" tomorrow live on Access Hollywood with Bryce Dallas Howard there for the debut. We also got a new poster as well as a new still from the film featuring both Pete and Elliott. Check them out below:
Synopsis: For years, old wood carver Mr. Meacham (Robert Redford) has delighted local children with his tales of the fierce dragon that resides deep in the woods of the Pacific Northwest. To his daughter, Grace (Bryce Dallas Howard), who works as a forest ranger, these stories are little more than tall tales… util she meets Pete (Oakes Fegley). Pete is a mysterious 10-year-old with no family and no home who claims to live in the woods with a giant, green dragon named Elliot. And from Pete’s description, Elliot seems remarkably similar to the dragon from Mr. Meacham’s stories. With the help of Natalie (Oona Laurence), an 11-year-old-girl who father Jack (Wes Bentley) owns the local lumber mill, Grace sets out to determine where Pete came from, where he belongs and the truth abut this dragon.
Disney's remake of its cherished family film will be released on August 12, 2016 in theaters.
New View of Shanghai Disneyland Ahead of Grand Opening:
We are just days away from the grand opening of Shanghai Disneyland this Thursday. Today, Disney released a new look inside the new theme park (the first of its kind on the main land of China). In almost time lapse of a day inside the park it travels through each and every land of the new park including an ending of fireworks above Enchanted Storybook Castle. Check it out below:
Tonight, new images have been released for the upcoming remake of one Disney's classic films in "Pete's Dragon" including our first look at Elliot the Dragon. The film stars Bryce Dallas Howard, Oakes Fegley, Wes Bentley, and Robert Redford. We got our first look at the film just a few months ago with a teaser trailer. Now today we finally get a look at Elliot, in all his glory, as he looks down at his best friend Pete.
Two more images were also released featuring the likes of Bryce Dallas Howard, Oakes Fegley, and Robert Redford. The next image shows Redford who plays Mr. Meacham, the old wood carver who delights in telling the local children tales of the legendary dragon, Elliot, who lives in the deep woods nearby.
The third image released shows Bryce Dallas Howard who plays Grace, talking to Pete (Oakes Fegley).
We don't have many details on the film just that is being reimagined from Disney's animated film. The details have been shrouded in mystery as the film is set to hit theaters this Summer on August 12, 2016.
First Trailer for "Pete's Dragon" Released During Disneyland 60:
The first trailer for Disney's live-action remake of "Pete's Dragon" was just released during the Disneyland 60 special on ABC. So without further ado, here is the trailer:
New Star Wars Nighttime Spectacular Coming to Hollywood Studios:
News broke this morning on the Disney Parks Blog that a new Star Wars nighttime spectacular will be debuting this April. A new stage show called, "Star Wars: A Galaxy Far, Far Away" will officially begin on April 4, just two days after some major closures inside the park are set to happen.
The new show will feature iconic moments from the film saga played out on Center Stage (in front of the Chinese Theater. It will also feature appearances from Star Wars characters Kylo Ren, Chewbacca, Darth Vader, and Darth Maul. Also beginning in April, Captain Phasma will lead a platoon of First Order stormtroopers on a march from Star Wars Launch Bay to Center Stage multiple times daily.
The big news is one fans won't want to miss with the grand debut of a new fireworks show called, "Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular." Here is the description of the show from the Disney Parks Blog:
"This new nightly show is the next generation of the current Star Wars-inspired fireworks show. The show will combine fireworks, pyrotechnics, special effects and video projections that will turn the nearby Chinese Theater and other buildings into the twin suns of Tatooine, a field of battle droids, the trench of the Death Star, Starkiller Base and other Star Wars destinations. The show will be punctuated with a tower of fire and spotlight beams, creating massive lightsabers in the sky. This new show will be the most elaborate fireworks display to take place in the history of Disney’s Hollywood Studios."
Who's excited for even more Star Wars offerings at Disney's Hollywood Studios?
Preview of Star Wars Darkside Challenge Medals for runDisney Half Marathon:
Today, we got a look at what the runDisney medals for the Star Wars Half Marathon - The Dark Side happening at Disney World in April. The race weekend will happen April 14-17, 2016. The race weekend will include medals for a 5k, 10k, Half-Marathon, the Dark Side Challenge, as well as runDisney kids races.
The 5k features three stormtroopers, the 10k features a TIE fighter, the Half Marathon features Darth Vader, the Dark Side Challenge medal features the Death Star, and the kids races medal features Chewbacca. If you have completed the Light Side Half-Marathon in Disneyland from this past January and the Dark Side Half you will receive the Kessel Run medal which of course features the Millennium Falcon.
First Poster for "Pete's Dragon" Released, Motion Teaser also Released:
We have been waiting month's for something to be released on this summer's remake of "Pete's Dragon." Today, we received the very first look at the film with a new poster as well as a motion teaser being released. The poster can be seen below as well as the "motion" poster:
The very first teaser for "Pete's Dragon" is set to make its debut during this Sunday's "The Wonderful World of Disney: Disneyland 60" special set to air from 8-10 p.m. EST on ABC. "Pete's Dragon" is set to hit theaters August 12, 2016.
