I love to travel and I hope you do too, because I’m taking you on a trip. From time to time, I invite you to join me as we “window shop” at Disney Parks around the world.

Our first stop… Disneyland Paris!

Can you believe it’s been 21 years since Disneyland Paris first opened its doors? It’s amazing how time flies. I had the chance to catch up with Regis Alart, Junior Product Developer and 2011-2012 Disneyland Paris Ambassador, who gave us a glimpse at some very special artwork created for a 1993–2013 Joyeux Anniversaire pin.

“The art was inspired by the way Le Château de la Belle au Bois Dormant was decorated when we celebrated our very first anniversary,” said Regis. “I’m so happy that we can now share this special occasion with Disney fans around the world.”

Take a look!

This anniversary pin, which will be limited to an edition size of 1,013, will retail for €12.99 and will be released at Disneyland Paris on April 12, at the Pueblo Trading Post in Frontierland. Even though most of the merchandise highlighted in our upcoming “window shopping” trips here on the Disney Parks Blog will not be available to purchase via phone or mail order, this is a special exception! Guests who wish to inquire about remaining quantities of this pin may do so after April 13 with the Mail Order team at Disneyland Paris via dlp.pintrading.mail.order@disney.com.

I hope you enjoyed the trip. Have your passport to the world of merchandise ready, because you never know where we will go next.

Tagged: Disneyland Paris

Filed: Disneyland Paris

Heading to the Walt Disney World Resort April 13-14? If so, be sure to add Art of Disney in the Downtown Disney Marketplace to the list of places you will want to visit during your stay.

Disney Fine Art artists Rob Kaz, Tim Rogerson and Michelle St. Laurent will be on hand for special appearances and signings, Saturday, April 13, from 3-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m., and again on Sunday, April 14, from 1-4 p.m., to sign artwork published exclusively by Collectors Editions.

Here’s a look at some of the new art heading your way.

 
For information on this merchandise event, Art in the Garden, Ridley Pearson and more taking place at the Walt Disney World Resort this month, visit www.ArtofDisneyParks.com.

Tagged: Art of Disney, Downtown Disney, WDW

Filed: Art of Disney, Downtown Disney, Walt Disney World Resort

Good friends are hard to come by … when you’re lucky enough to find them, hang on tight. No one knows that better than some of the friends you’ll spot on a new collection of ladies character sketch tees that are available now at Disney Parks. This colorful new collection of tees feature such fan favorites and good friends as Dumbo, Chip ‘n’ Dale, Jiminy Cricket and Piglet and are currently available to purchase at Disney Clothiers in Disneyland park, Gone Hollywood in Disney California Adventure park, and World of Disney in the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort. Look for them at Tren-D in Downtown Disney Marketplace at the Walt Disney World Resort in April. Available for only $32.95 each.

This next collection featuring Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse is set to debut at Disney Vault 28 in the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort and Tren-D in the Downtown Disney Marketplace at the Walt Disney World Resort in June 2013. With foil embellishments accenting the art, you’ll not only feel cool wearing it, but you’ll look cool too. Available in June for only $32.95 each.

Now, I personally have gone nuts for the Chip ‘n’ Dale tee, because you don’t see them too often. But if my conscience were to be my guide, I probably would choose Jiminy Cricket.

Who’s your favorite?

Tagged: DCA, DL, DLR, Downtown Disney, WDW

Filed: Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World Resort

Beat the drums and start chanting now, because today is the day Tiki fans! Tickets for the Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room 50th Anniversary Merchandise Event, taking place June 28–29, go on sale today!

A few weeks ago I gave you a bird’s eye view on the upcoming event, including ticket prices, event packages, a sneak peek at event product and more.

Here are a few other fun activities scheduled for the event:

• Memories of Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room with Disney Legends Rolly Crump and Bob Gurr
• Merchandise artist signings with Disney Design Group artists, Alex Maher and Mike Sullivan, as well as Disney-inspired artists Dave Avanzino, Jody Daily, Jeremy Fulton, Doug Horne, Katie Kelly, Kevin Kidney, Noah, Robert Olszewski, SHAG, Javier Soto and Yakovetic
• Product showcases

Here’s one last peek at another one of my favorite pieces debuting as part of the event:

Want to see more? Then be sure check out the Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room 50th Anniversary Merchandise Event Catalog which showcases all of the random selection process merchandise that will be available.

For more information on this event, ticket sale information and more visit www.ArtofDisneyParks.com.

Remember, tickets will be flying fast, so be sure to book your reservation when they go on sale at 11 a.m. Pacific Time today.

Tagged: Art of Disney, DL, DLR

Filed: Art of Disney, Disneyland Park, Disneyland Resort

Don’t miss your chance to meet acclaimed author Ridley Pearson, as we set sail for adventure with the release of his newest book, Kingdom Keepers VI: Dark Passage, the much anticipated addition to the Kingdom Keepers saga. Ridley will be on hand for special appearances and signings at the following locations April 10-11, 2013.

• April 10 – Once Upon A Toy, Downtown Disney Marketplace (4-6p.m.)
• April 11 – The Writer’s Stop, Disney’s Hollywood Studios (9:30-11:30 a.m.)

Here’s a look at the cover as well as on what you can expect from this new book.

The five Kingdom Keepers and their core friends have uncovered a startling truth: Maleficent and the Overtakers (Disney villains) are plotting a catastrophic event that could have repercussions far beyond the world of Disney. Aboard Disney Cruise Line’s inaugural passage through the new Panama Canal, the Keepers and their holograms uncover a puzzle hidden within the pages of a stolen journal. The point of that puzzle will reveal itself in the caves of Aruba, the zip lines of Costa Rica, and the jungles of Mexico. A destructive force, dormant for decades, is about to be unleashed. The five Kingdom Keepers are to be its first victims.

Something to keep in mind: Wristbands will be distributed to guests on the day of the signing with each purchase of Kingdom Keepers VI: Dark Passage by Ridley Pearson, allowing the wristband owner to get two books signed. A wristband from the appearance location is required to meet Ridley Pearson. A limited number of wristbands will be available the day of the signing. Once the wristbands have been distributed, the line to meet Ridley Pearson will close.

For more information on Ridley’s appearance and Kingdom Keepers VI: Dark Passage, please visit ArtofDisneyParks.com

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Filed: Special Events, Walt Disney World Resort

Put some spring in your step and plan your trip to the Walt Disney World Resort during April, because we have a lot of events taking place!

April 5: Disney Design Group Artist Tyler Dumas will be appearing at D Street in Downtown Disney Westside from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. to sign the latest pin, Vinylmation and D Tech release in the 2013 series.

April 4: ACME Archives Artist Annick Biaudet will be appearing at Uptown Jewelers in Magic Kingdom Park from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. to sign her newest releases inspired by “Beauty and the Beast.”

April 5-7: Spring is in the air and the 2013 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival is in full bloom. Take time to join us for Art in the Garden Weekend, taking place from 11 a.m.–7 p.m. each day along the promenade in Epcot. Throughout the weekend, artists Larry Dotson, David E. Doss and Noah, along with ACME artist Annick Biaudet will be on hand for artist demonstrations and signings. Note: Noah will appear April 6–7 only.

April 6: I guarantee this next event is not a figment of your imagination, it’s in fact a signing with Sculptor Bruce Lau at Art of Disney in Epcot from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and 3 p.m.-4 p.m. Bruce will be on hand to sign his latest sculpture Magician Figment, while Disney Design Group Character Artist Monty Maldovan will be joining in the excitement to sign his latest Figment-inspired piece, Mickey and His Pal Figment. Look for Monty at the Art of Disney in Epcot as well, from 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

April 8–12: Check out the latest releases from David E. Doss, who will be appearing daily at Art of Disney in Downtown Disney Marketplace.

April 10–11: This next event is literally an open book. World renowned author Ridley Pearson is returning to the Walt Disney World Resort for a special appearance and signing April 10-11. Want to know more? Watch for a special post about his appearance and his newest release from author, Erin Catalano.

April 18–22: Be on the lookout for Larry Dotson who will be appearing at Art of Disney in the Downtown Disney Marketplace from 10 a.m.-10 p.m., each day.

April 19-22: Rounding out the month is a special Disney’s Animal Kingdom park Earth Day celebration with artists and vendors such as Just Plumerias, Elemental Nursery, Photographer Carlos Cuba, Silver Designer, Tim “Bushman #1” Adebule and ACME Archives artist, William Silvers. Looking for something special merchandise to commemorate the day? Keep an eye out for more information to be released shortly.

Look for details on all of these events and more on www.ArtofDisneyParks.com.

Tagged: Art of Disney, DAK, Epcot, International Flower and Garden Festival, MK, WDW

Filed: Art of Disney, Walt Disney World Resort

Everybody wants to look cool when they’re out cruisin’, and there’s no better way to do that than with D-Tech, and no better place to do that than in Cars Land at Disney California Adventure park. So how do you achieve that next level of cool? It’s simple! Check out these new cases for your iPhone 5, featuring the Cars Land billboard and the Cozy Cone Motel. They’re available now at Ramone’s House of Body Art and Radiator Springs Curios for $34.95 each.

For those of you a “hare” away from getting an iPhone 5, this might just persuade you. With a little luck, you’ll be able to personalize your phone with an Oswald-inspired case. Available now at Elias & Co, Off the Page and of course, Oswald’s for only $34.95.

Which one will you choose?

Tagged: DCA, DLR

Filed: Disney California Adventure Park, Disneyland Resort