“The Coolest Summer Ever” is set to kick off on May 22 with a 24-hour event. Check out this fun video from Disney Parks Blog! Are you going?
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The Coolest Summer Ever 24-Hour Event Happens May 22 [VIDEO]
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Frozen Joins the Show Aboard the Disney Magic
The guest-favorite musical, “Disney Dreams…An Enchanted Classic” aboard the Disney Magic is set to get a new addition soon! Anna, Elsa, and Olaf will be joining the show in just a few weeks.
You can sing along with some of your favorite songs from “Frozen.” It will open with Anna singing For the First Time in Forever, Olaf will sing his summer song, and Elsa will sing, what else, Let it Go! You can also expect some magical effects during the show.
Check out the video below to see what is coming to the Disney Magic!
https://youtu.be/iFHd6NdOS2w
Source: Disney Parks Blog
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Reservations for the Frozen Summer Fun Premium Package at Hollywood Studios are Now Available!
Reservations for the Frozen Summer Fun Premium Package are available! According to Rachel Brent, from Disney Parks Blog and the Food & Beverage Marketing Communications Coordinator, the dates are June 17 to September 7.
This is what the package includes:
- You get to see Anna and Elsa in the reserved viewing area for the Frozen Royal Welcome. This includes water, soft drinks, and ice cream.
- Reserved seating for your choice of (1) show time of For the First Time In Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration
- Frozen Fireworks viewing with dessert party to end the day. This includes Frozen-themed desserts as well as specialty alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
The cost is $69 for adults and $39 for children ages 3-9 (tax and gratuity included).
Source: Disney Parks Blog
“Frozen Fever” Goodies Coming to Disney Parks
With the popularity of the “Frozen Fever” short, Disney has decided to offer some special treats for a limited time. They are available now at Disneyland Resort and will be available at Walt Disney World starting April 8th.
Anna’s Happy Birthday cupcake looks pretty good. It’s vanilla with blue buttercream frosting, marshmallows, snowflake candies, and it has a white chocolate Olaf on the top.
Here is where you can get this cupcake:
- In Disneyland
- Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe
- Market House
- Pacific Wharf Cafe
- Fiddler, Fifer & Practical Cafe
- The Coffee House
- In Walt Disney World
- Main Street Bakery
- Gaston’s Tavern
- Starring Rolls Cafe
- ABC Commissary
- Sunshine Seasons
- Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe
- Boardwalk Bakery
- Beach Club Marketplace
- Contempo Cafe
- Gasparilla Island Grill
- Landscape of Flavors
- The Mara
Another new treat is Olaf’s Perfect Sundae Day. This is a birthday cake-flavored ice cream with lots of hot fudge, mint marshmallows, brownie pieces, whipped cream, and sprinkles.
Here is where you can find this delicious looking treat:
- In Disneyland
- Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor
- Clarabelle’s
- In Walt Disney World
- Plaza Ice Cream Parlor
- Hollywood Scoops
- Beaches & Cream Soda Shop
The special treats don’t end there. At select table-service restaurants you will be able to order an ice-cream cake that is inspired by Princess Anna’s birthday cake.
Here is where the ice cream cake is available:
- In Disneyland (individual ice cream cakes available)
- Carnation Cafe
- Wine Country Trattoria
- Storytellers Cafe
- Steakhouse 55
- Walt Disney World Resort (a slice of ice cream cake)
- Trattoria al Forno
- Captain’s Grille
- The Wave … of American Flavors
- Sanaa
- Coral Reef Restaurant
Source: Disney Parks Blog
‘Frozen’ Summer Fun Coming Back to Hollywood Studios [NEWS]
Good news for those traveling to Disney World between June 17 and September 7! Guests will have an extra chance to see Anna, Elsa, and the whole ‘Frozen’ gang.
‘Frozen’ Summer Fun LIVE is coming back to Hollywood Studios during that time. This is all part of Disney’s “Coolest Summer Ever.”
Some of the highlights returning:
- Frozen Royal Welcome – This is a parade that happens twice a day with Anna, Elsa, and Kristoff. The Royal Arendelle Flag Corp, skaters, skiiers, and ice cutters join the parade. And, of course, it wouldn’t be a ‘Frozen’ parade without Olaf! Anna, Elsa, and Kristoff each have their own float and the parade pauses twice along the route so guests can join in and sing “Let It Go.”
- For the First Time in Forever: A “Frozen” Sing-Along Celebration – You will find this show in Hyperion Theater (formerly Superstar Television Theater). The show is hosted by the Royal Historians of Arendelle who tell the story of their kingdom in a fun and comedic way. There are sing-along moments and all-new in-theater effects. Plus, guests are treated to appearances by Anna, Elsa, and Kristoff.
- Olaf’s Summer Cool Down – This will take place at the Event Stage and as summer heats up, Olaf will (happily) share a burst from his own snow cloud to help cool things off.
- “Coolest Summer Ever” Dance Party – When the sun goes down, this dance party will take over the area by the Event Stage, with DJ Chill and some Disney characters.
- “Frozen” Fireworks – These will be the grand finale to all the fun events of the day. The fireworks are set to the music of “Frozen” and even include a flurry of snow!
This will go on daily starting June 17 and running through September 7.
For the full post from Disney Parks Blog, click here.
News: Star Wars and Frozen Films in the Works
According to D23.com, the first Star Wars stand alone film, Rogue One, will begin shooting in London this summer and be ready for release on December 16, 2016. The film will explore characters and stories other than those in the main Star Wars story line.
A second announcement regarding Star Wars confirmed plans to film a Star Wars: Episode VIII, which will continue the main saga of Star Wars. This film is set to be released on May 26, 2017 (40 years and a day after the release of Star Wars: A New Hope in 1977).
The big Frozen news is that Frozen 2 is in production. There is no official release date, but Frozen fans will be happy to know there is a second one coming to theaters at some point.
As more information comes in about any of these films, we will keep you updated. For the full article from D23 click here.
New 24-Hour Event Announced for Disney World!
Another 24-hour event has been announced for Magic Kingdom in Disney World! The 24-hour party will kick off the “Coolest Summer Ever.” Olaf will be the official host for the summer celebration.
Disney announced the plans in a cute way, by bringing a 20 foot wide beach near Faneuil Hall in Boston. Poor Boston has been hit hard this winter with snow and cold weather. So, just like Disney did at the Long Island Mall, they brought some magic to those dealing with this less-than-fun winter in Boston.
Here is more info from Thomas Smith, Social Media Director for Disney Parks, and Disney Parks Blog:
“For the “Coolest Summer Ever,” we’re already planning experiences you won’t want to miss. Here’s an early look at some of the highlights:
- Frozen Fun – “Frozen” Summer Fun LIVE will bring Princess Anna, Queen Elsa, Kristoff and Olaf with citizens of Arendelle appearing daily at Disney’s Hollywood Studios June 17-Sept. 7.
- Cool Thrill Rides – Guests will find thrills from mild to wild to out of this world in all four Walt Disney World parks. Choose from Seven Dwarfs Mine Train plus Space Mountain, Big Thunder Mountain and Splash Mountain at Magic Kingdom Park; Test Track and Soarin’ at Epcot; Expedition Everest at Disney’s Animal Kingdom; Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster and Twilight Zone™ Tower of Terror at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
- Star Wars Weekends – Guests at Disney’s Hollywood Studios find stars from another galaxy during Star Wars Weekends May 15 – June 14.
- New Restaurants and Shopping – Throughout the summer, new waterfront dining and boutique shops flow into the Downtown Disney shopping/dining/entertainment district as its transformation into Disney Springscontinues.
- Epcot Entertainment – New entertainment acts will appear throughout Epcot World Showcase, which also brings a fresh summery twist on fan favorite, Voices of Liberty.
- A Splash at Water Parks – A cool new deal doubles the fun at Disney’s two iconic water parks – Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon and Disney’s Blizzard Beach.
There’s more to come, so keep an eye on the Disney Parks Blog for future details and information about the “Coolest Summer Ever.”
We will keep you updated on further news and plans for the “Coolest Summer Ever,” but it looks like it’s going to be a pretty fun summer in Disney World!
Click here for the whole post from Disney Parks Blog.
http://youtu.be/SUUmCKlwu6Y
New App Helps You Show Your Disney Side
Ready to have some selfie fun? Disney has come out with a new app that will help you show your Disney Side.
The app gives you a choice of 3 Frozen characters, 3 Star Wars characters, and 3 Pirates of the Caribbean characters. There are also 3 Haunted Mansion characters to choose from, but you have to either visit Disney World/Disneyland or share 3 of your selfie Disney Side pictures on Facebook or Twitter for them to unlock.
My daughter and I played around with the pictures and it’s a really cute app! I’m not so sure about the Elsa option though. I think because of how her dress is designed and the way her hair is, it’s hard to get a good picture without your own shirt or hair showing. Either way, my daughter loved that her picture turned into Elsa.
Some of the features of the app:
- It’s animated. Yep, your picture will actually move. Your head moves and your eyes blink. (Very Harry Potter-esque)
- There are different frames and costumes to choose from, depending on the characters. Some characters (like Elsa and Kristoff) only have one costume.
- If you slide your finger around the screen the your picture will follow your finger. The head and eyes move in the direction you slide your finger.
- You can move the costumes around and pinch them to make them smaller, for a better “fit.”
- When you slide your finger across certain pictures it will leave a trail related to that character. For instance, when you slide your finger over Elsa’s picture there is a trail of snow and ice. Some have sound too, see the video below.
- You can share a video or a picture of your Disney Side character.
One other thing I noticed is that if you take a picture of a picture, it will still work. I tried it with a picture of myself, instead of taking a traditional selfie, and it still recognized the face. However, if you are not standing or sitting straight in the original picture, then the Disney Side picture will end up tilted, but it’s still fun.
To download the app, click here. For more info, click here.
Here are some I played around with. I love the video!
http://youtu.be/PZa2B6Q6_TE
The Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival is Back!
Today was the first day of the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival. Beautiful flowers and fun topiary designs now decorate Epcot. There is lots to do during the festival, besides seeing the flowers and gardens.
You can try the Outdoor Kitchens around the World Showcase. There are 11 of these outdoor kitchens to try and they include foods from all over the world.
There are fun play areas for the kids, Mike and Sulley’s Monstrous Garden and the Living Desert Road Rally Garden with Mater and Lightning McQueen topiaries.
Once the evening comes, you can have a good time with the Garden Rocks concert series. The Gin Blossoms are kicking of the series and my inner ’90s teenager is pretty psyched about that!
Check out the video to see some of the new topiaries!
http://youtu.be/N760Vuc-nlg