Disney Parks ‘Quick Hits’ – July 29, 2010
posted on July 29th, 2010 by Thomas Smith, Social Media Director, Disney Parks
Do you remember our favorite Disney Parks thrill ride question? I do. It showed that there are plenty of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith fans who can’t get enough of it. For you, we thought you should know that on this day in history, July 29, 1999, the attraction opened. If you were there on opening day, please share in the comments.
Also, we haven’t published this on the Blog but you can now get a better idea of what to expect when the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival begins on October 1. An updated Festival Guide is posted on disneyworld.com.
Now, here are a few other items that didn’t make it to the Blog this week that we thought you’d find interesting:
Sounds Like Summer Concert Series — Epcot’s summer concert series wraps up this week with “Beginnings – A Tribute to CHICAGO.”
Which parks should you visit more than once? — Visiting Walt Disney World for multiple days with multiple kids? The Walt Disney World Moms Panel suggests which parks to visit more than once.
Walt Disney World Dinner Shows — If you’re looking for some extra magic with your dinner, check out these dinner shows at Walt Disney World.
Tee Up Good Times at Walt Disney World — The parks aren’t the only places to enjoy at Walt Disney World. Find out how to book tee times at the Resort’s world-famous golf courses.
Disney Vacation Club Pin — Disney Vacation Club members, this limited release pin, which features Goofy enjoying his Disney Vacation Club home, is just for you.
Disney Parks ‘Quick Hits’ – July 22, 2010
posted on July 22nd, 2010 by Thomas Smith, Social Media Director, Disney Parks
When our online conversations turn to favorite attractions, it doesn’t take long before The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror at Disney’s Hollywood Studios gets mentioned and then repeated – heavily. Well, we thought you’d like to know that on this day in history, in 1994, the attraction officially opened. Is it in your top five “must-do” attractions? (Thanks to Garth for the image).
And we haven’t published this yet but Guests staying at owned and operated Walt Disney World Resort Hotels, Disney’s Vero Beach and Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resorts now have the option to receive their wake-up calls in English, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese or Japanese. You’ll be prompted to enter a language choice when you press the wake-up call button or code for wake-up calls in your in-room telephone.
Here are a few other items of interest that didn’t make it to the Blog this week:
Moms Panel: Which attractions are open during Extra Magic Hours? – If you have a question, the Moms Panel usually has an answer.
The new Captain EO Disney pin is being released today – Looking for a commemorative EO item? These new pins just became available this week.
Check out our latest special offers at Walt Disney World. – Are you planning a visit to Walt Disney World? Don’t miss these special offers.
D23 presents the Great Disney Scavenger Hunt at the Disneyland Resort, Sept. 26 – Think you know your way around Disneyland Resort? Come join us this Fall and prove it.
Order your free Disney Parks vacation planning DVD – Planning a vacation to any Disney park? This might help.
Disney Parks ‘Quick Hits’ – June 4th, 2010
posted on June 4th, 2010 by Thomas Smith, Social Media Director, Disney Parks
You won’t find it in the in-park event guide but we thought you’d like to know that Ray Park “Darth Maul” will be showing off some of his amazing martial arts skills this weekend (and next) at Star Wars Weekends. Ray will be performing with a double-bladed lightsaber and telling stories in the Premiere Theatre at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at 5:45 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Please stop by the information table at the Sounds Dangerous Theatre for more information.
And a reminder…if you’re looking to save some money on a weekend getaway to the Walt Disney World Resort this summer, we’re offering three ways to save.
Here are some other items that didn’t make it to the blog this week:
Special Offers at Disneyland Resort — Are you planning a visit to the Disneyland Resort? Don’t miss these special offers.
Where to Eat? — If you’re having trouble deciding where to eat at Walt Disney World, the Walt Disney World Moms Panel is here to help.
Disney Parks Vacation Planning DVD — Looking for an easy way to plan your next Disney Parks vacation? Order a free Disney Parks vacation planning DVD!
Character Dining at Walt Disney World — Here are some great option for character dining at Walt Disney World – what’s your favorite?
“Independence Day 2010 – Chip and Dale” Pin — Independence Day is just around the corner! Celebrate with this pin featuring Chip and Dale.
Disney Parks ‘Quick Hits’ – April 23rd, 2010
posted on April 23rd, 2010 by Thomas Smith, Social Media Director, Disney Parks
We’ve got kumquats this weekend at the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival. The fruit is part of a special Florida Farmer’s Market celebration “Fresh from Florida” at Garden Town that begins today and runs through April 25. Stop by if you’re enjoying the Festival this weekend.
Also this week, the Walt Disney World Resort is looking for Quick Service food and beverage hosts and hostesses. If food is your passion, visit WaltDisneyWorld.jobs/jobfair for information.
Here are a few more items of interest that didn’t make it to the blog this week.
Where’s Goofy? — The Walt Disney World Moms Panel answers the question, “How can we make sure to see Goofy while we’re at Walt Disney World?”
Disney’s California Food and Wine Fest — Don’t miss the seminars and demos at Disney’s California Food and Wine Festival.
Disney Gardening at Home — Learn the top picks for mixed containers at the Disney Gardening at Home series at Epcot.
Vinylmation Mystery Pin Collection – Urban #4 — This limited release mystery collection features Mickey Mouse in various artistic styles, two randomly selected collector pins and one mystery chaser!
Disneyland Resort Pin Trading Night — Disneyland Resort Pin Trading Night, is tonight, April 23, from 7-10 pm in the Magic Kingdom Ballroom at the Disneyland Hotel.
Disney Parks ‘Quick Hits’ – April 15th, 2010
posted on April 15th, 2010 by Thomas Smith, Social Media Director, Disney Parks
Dara and Steven did a great job of letting us know what to expect at tomorrow’s D-Street Grand Opening. But we have another surprise to share — world-renowned speed painter Rock Demarco will be painting his interpretation of Mickey Mouse at the event. Rock has also been commissioned to design some Vinylmation figures on Friday.
Guests at Disney’s Animal Kingdom will “Party for the Planet” during a park-wide Earth Day celebration on April 22. There will be special entertainment throughout the park on Earth Day:
- Main Entrance: Jiminy Cricket (9 a.m.-1 p.m.)
- Rafiki’s Planet Watch: PIPA the talking recycling bin (11:20 a.m., 12:10 p.m., 1 p.m., 1:50 p.m. and 2:40 p.m.), Jiminy Cricket (2-5 p.m.)
- Gi-Tar Dan at Rafiki’s Planet Watch and Camp Minnie-Mickey (Sets run between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. at Rafiki’s Planet Watch, and between 10:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. at Camp Minnie-Mickey)
Also this week, the Walt Disney World Resort is hosting an online job fair! Apply now through April 18.
And we recently announced this year’s official lineup for Night of Joy at Walt Disney World. Here’s the updated schedule.
Friday, Sept. 10
- Chris Tomlin
- David Crowder
- Casting Crowns
- BarlowGirl
- Francesca Battistelli
- Group 1 Crew
- 10th Avenue North
Saturday, Sept. 11
- Mercyme
- Third Day
- Family Force 5
- Smokie Norful
- Red
- Lecrae
- Day of Fire
- Sidewalk Prophets
Here are a few other items that didn’t make it to the blog this week:
Where To Start? — The Walt Disney World Moms Panel answers the question, “In which order should we visit the theme parks?”
Backstage Safari Tour — The Backstage Safari tour at Disney’s Animal Kingdom gives you a 3-hour insider’s look at the ways the park’s animal inhabitants are cared for.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom — Did you know? The first permanent resident of Disney’s Animal Kingdom was a 1.5-year-old male giraffe named Miles.
“Disney’s California Food & Wine Festival 2010″ Pin — This limited release pin commemorates the 2010 Disney’s California Food & Wine Festival.
Must-Sees at Disney’s California Adventure Park — Check out this list of must-see attractions at Disney’s California Adventure.
Disney Parks ‘Quick Hits’ – April 2nd, 2010
posted on April 2nd, 2010 by Thomas Smith, Social Media Director, Disney Parks
If you bumped into me this week, chances are we talked pizza. The new pizzeria coming to Epcot has been on my mind since we launched our “first look” post on Monday. But there’s more happening at Epcot that didn’t make it to the blog — like a new merchandise kiosk now open in front of the China Pavilion. The posted image shows a few unique items currently available at Good Fortune Gifts. We also tweeted out news that Givenchy will be opening a 300 sq. ft. shop at the France pavilion at Epcot by September. It’ll be the only retail location in the United States to offer the full line of Givenchy make-up and skincare products.
Also this week, we’re hiring Disney Reservation Center Cast Members at the Walt Disney World Resort. If you’re the vacation planner of the family, this may be for you. Visit WaltDisneyWorld.jobs to apply.
And for all you Tinker Bell fans, there’s a special event happening at the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival this weekend. The filmmakers of “Tinker Bell and the Great Fairy Rescue” will be greeting guests and signing autographs at Pixie Hollow Fairy Garden on April 3. Details are posted at facebook.com/waltdisneyworld.
Here are a few other items of interest this week that didn’t make it to the blog.
Environmentally Friendly Gardening — Learn how to create an environmentally friendly garden at the Epcot Flower & Garden Festival.
Best Time to Visit Walt Disney World — The Walt Disney World Moms Panel answers the question, “When is the best time to go to Walt Disney World and where to stay?”
Givenchy Opening at Epcot — Givenchy is opening a new 300 sq. ft. shop at the France pavilion at Epcot later this year.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom — Did you know? It takes about four tons of food each day to feed the 1,000 animals at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
Mine! Mine! Mine! — This new pin featuring infamous seagulls from Disney•Pixar’s “Finding Nemo” and their iconic phrase, “Mine! Mine! Mine!” is available now.
Disney Parks ‘Quick Hits’ – March 25th, 2010
posted on March 25th, 2010 by Thomas Smith, Social Media Director, Disney Parks
As you know, our weekly “Quick Hits” post features items that didn’t make it to the blog — like news that Disney’s Blizzard Beach reopened on Wednesday. Well, we’re adding something new to the mix. Occasionally, we’ll be sharing updates on interesting jobs available at Disney Parks like our current search for lifeguards at Walt Disney World Resort. Open positions also include pool attendant and spots in slide operations and marina operations. Sound good? You can find more details at WaltDisneyWorld.jobs.
Here are some other items of interest you may have missed…
Vinylmation Jr. – The “What is Vinylmation Jr?” quest is underway.
Lights, Camera, Fireworks… – The Walt Disney World Moms Panel answers the question, “What is the time for fireworks at Magic Kingdom?”
The Tree of Life — Did you know? 10 artists and 3 Imagineers worked full-time for 18 months to create the 325 animal carvings on The Tree of Life.
Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster® Starring Aerosmith — Did you know, Aerosmith worked with Walt Disney Imagineering to create special music for the ride, which they synchronized to 3-D graphics before construction on the roller coaster was completed.
Pin Trading: Dopey — This limited edition pin features Dopey from Walt Disney’s Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs with a giant diamond. The pin will be released on March 27th starting at 9:30 am.
Flower Power Concert Series — This week’s Flower Power Concert series at Epcot features Starship.
Dessert soufflés — Did you know 10,000 dessert soufflés come out of the oven at Victoria & Albert’s every year?
Disney Parks ‘Quick Hits’ – March 18th, 2010
posted on March 18th, 2010 by Thomas Smith, Social Media Director, Disney Parks
Join me for a walk around the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival and you’ll hear it — “I want that in my yard.” I say it when seeing images like the one Gene Duncan captured for today’s “Quick Hits” post. But for others of you, it’s strictly character topiaries. So, this week, we asked our Walt Disney World Facebook fans, “If you could create a Disney topiary for your yard, which character would you choose?” Thanks to the thousands of you who have already responded.
Here are a few other items of interest that didn’t make it to the blog this week.
Moms Panel: Dining with Ariel — The Walt Disney World Moms Panel answers the question, “Can you dine with Ariel at Walt Disney World?”
New Disney Pin: Dino Jack — This special pin contains actual pieces of the iconic dinosaur Dino Jack from the Dino Jack Sunglass Shack at Disney’s California Adventure Park.
Disney Gardening at Home Series — Meet Disney gardening experts as they share tips and secrets you can plant in your own garden — a new series begins later this week.
The Land Pavilion at Epcot — More than 30 tons of fruits and vegetables grown at The Land Pavilion each year are served in Walt Disney World Resort restaurants.
New YouTube Channel — Disney Weddings has a YouTube channel. Click here to see more.
The Flower Power Concert Series — Turn back the clock with David Cassidy under the skies of the open-air American Gardens Theatre at Epcot theme park from March 19 – 21.
Disney Parks ‘Quick Hits’ – March 12th, 2010
posted on March 12th, 2010 by Thomas Smith, Social Media Director, Disney Parks
I enjoy reading Debbie’s posts about what it takes to make the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival happen, especially how we create our Walt Disney World character topiaries. There are more than 70 of them to see this year — with the tallest being Goofy. How tall? We tweeted the answer this week. Here are a few other items of interest that didn’t make it to the blog.
New Disney Pin: “Then & Now” — This limited edition pin commemorates the Legend of the Lion King attraction which was replaced by the Mickey’s PhilharMagic attraction at Magic Kingdom Park.
Moms Panel: Peak Times — The Walt Disney World Moms Panel answers the question, “What is considered “peak” times?”
Flower Power Concert Series — Paul Revere & The Raiders will be performing during the Flower Power Concert Series at Epcot’s International Flower & Garden Festival beginning March 12. The series includes 11 artists,groups with 126 Top 40 hits, including 16 No. 1 songs.
Great American Gardeners Series — See informative and entertaining presentations from nationally recognized garden personalities.
Robert Olszewski Product Release & Signing at Disneyland — Renowned miniaturist Bob Olszewski will be at Disneyland for a special appearance and signing on March 13.
Disney Parks ‘Quick Hits’ – March 4th, 2010
posted on March 4th, 2010 by Thomas Smith, Social Media Director, Disney Parks
Sure, we broke the news that D Street is coming but there’s more happening at Downtown Disney you may have missed if you didn’t catch our @DisneyParks tweets. AMC Entertainment is upgrading auditorium one to be the first Enhanced Theater Experience (ETX) in the United States. The ETX auditorium will include a larger screen and 3D technology when it debuts tomorrow. Later this month (March 25), the RIDEMAKERZ store will open on the Westside of Downtown Disney for a limited engagement. You’ll be able to build and customize a radio-controlled vehicle at the store.
Here are a few other items of interest that didn’t make it to the blog.
Moms Panel: Best Theme Park for Young Children — The Walt Disney World Moms Panel answers the question, “What are the best parks for youngsters below the age of two aside from MK?”
Desktop wallpaper — Download the “Orange Bird” Disney pin desktop wallpaper here.
New Disney pin: “Butterfly” — This limited release commemorates the annual Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival and features a magnificent butterfly in a unique stained glass inspired design.
Robert Olszewski Product Release & Signing — Renowned miniaturist Bob Olszewski will make a special appearance for the launch of some new pieces at Disneyland. Catch him on March 13th from 9 to 11 AM at Disneyana Shop, Main Street U.S.A., Disneyland Resort.
Flower & Garden Festival Guided Tours — Don’t miss guided tours designed for garden enthusiasts at this year’s Flower & Garden Festival.
Cinderella’s Royal Table — The Walt Disney World Moms Panel’s very own Diane L. gives tips on holding a reservation for Cinderella’s Royal Table.
Extra Magic Hours — Guests of select WDW hotels have the opportunity to enjoy additional time in the parks. Click the link for more details.
Disney Trading Nights — The next one is scheduled for March 19 from 6 – 9 pm at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Ballroom of the Americas
Happiest Memories on Earth Merchandise now available — This new retro-style program will feature a variety of items, including ladies and men’s apparel, limited-edition Mickey Mouse ear hats, souvenir items such as a photo album and autograph book, as well as plush, mugs, pins and stationery.
