Saturday, September 05, 2015
Friday, September 04, 2015
WDW Picture of the Day
Heading towards the summit of Expedition Everest at Disney's Animal Kingdom. Now, where is that Yeti?
Zz.
Tuesday, September 01, 2015
Sunday, August 30, 2015
Wednesday, August 26, 2015
WDW Picture of the Day
At Magic Kingdom Town Square, looking down at Main Street and Cinderella Castle. The statue is obviously Roy Disney with Minnie.
Zz.
Tuesday, August 25, 2015
WDW Picture of the Day
This is an older photo. This is Minnie at Liberty Tree Tavern, back when they had character meals for dinner. All the characters, Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Chip 'n Dale, and except for Pluto, were all wearing colonial garbs. It was a lot of fun!
Zz.
Monday, August 24, 2015
WDW Picture of the Day
It's the Monday Morning Cat-in-your-face time. This is at the Villains in Vogue store at Disney's Hollywood Studios.
Zz.
Sunday, August 23, 2015
Thursday, August 20, 2015
WDW Picture of the Day
Entrance to Spaceship Earth at Epcot.
So, if you've been a long-time WDW fan, did you ever remember Spaceship Earth having this long of a line LATE in the day? Unfortunately, this is a direct consequence of the Fastpass+. Attractions that normally do not have a long line late in the day are now getting these long lines. And fastpass lines that used to move fast are now crawling. In fact, in some cases, there's a line trying to get into the fastpass line! See Kilimanjaro Safari!
Zz.
So, if you've been a long-time WDW fan, did you ever remember Spaceship Earth having this long of a line LATE in the day? Unfortunately, this is a direct consequence of the Fastpass+. Attractions that normally do not have a long line late in the day are now getting these long lines. And fastpass lines that used to move fast are now crawling. In fact, in some cases, there's a line trying to get into the fastpass line! See Kilimanjaro Safari!
Zz.
Wednesday, August 19, 2015
All The Disney Movies In The Next 2 Years
Phew! Here is a summary of all the planned Disney movie releases in the next two years, as announced at the recent D23 event, including the US premier date.
The Good Dinosaur - Nov. 15, 2015.
Star Wars - The Force Awakens - Dec. 18, 2015.
The Finest Hours - Jan. 29, 2016.
Zootopia - Mar. 4, 2016.
Captain America: Civil War - May 6, 2016.
Alice Through The Looking Glass - May 27, 2016.
The Jungle Book (live action) - Apr. 15, 2016.
Finding Dory - Jun 17, 2016.
The BFG - Jul. 1, 2016.
Pete's Dragon - Aug. 12, 2016.
Doctor Strange - Oct. 26, 2016.
Moana - Nov. 23, 2016.
Star Wars: Rogue One - Dec. 16, 2016.
Beauty and the Beast (live action) - Mar. 17 2017.
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 - May 5, 2017.
(Still untitled Star Wars Episode 8) - May 26, 2017.
Toy Story 4 - Jun. 16, 2017.
Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales - Jul. 7, 2017.
Wow! I'm going to be collecting a lot of Disney Movie Rewards points in the next couple of years!
Zz.
The Good Dinosaur - Nov. 15, 2015.
Star Wars - The Force Awakens - Dec. 18, 2015.
The Finest Hours - Jan. 29, 2016.
Zootopia - Mar. 4, 2016.
Captain America: Civil War - May 6, 2016.
Alice Through The Looking Glass - May 27, 2016.
The Jungle Book (live action) - Apr. 15, 2016.
Finding Dory - Jun 17, 2016.
The BFG - Jul. 1, 2016.
Pete's Dragon - Aug. 12, 2016.
Doctor Strange - Oct. 26, 2016.
Moana - Nov. 23, 2016.
Star Wars: Rogue One - Dec. 16, 2016.
Beauty and the Beast (live action) - Mar. 17 2017.
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 - May 5, 2017.
(Still untitled Star Wars Episode 8) - May 26, 2017.
Toy Story 4 - Jun. 16, 2017.
Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales - Jul. 7, 2017.
Wow! I'm going to be collecting a lot of Disney Movie Rewards points in the next couple of years!
Zz.
Tuesday, August 18, 2015
WDW Picture of the Day
Olaf in the parade during the Mickey Very Merry Christmas Party at the Magic Kingdom.
Zz.
Monday, August 17, 2015
WDW Picture of the Day
View of Spaceship Earth from the monorail, during the Flower and Garden Festival.
Zz.
Sunday, August 16, 2015
Saturday, August 15, 2015
MK To Get Jungle Cruise-Themed Restaurant
Just announced at the current D23 event, The Magic Kingdom will open later this year the Jungle Navigation Co. Ltd. Skipper Canteen restaurant.
Ah, so THAT'S where they'll bring back the Adventurers Club! Kungaloosh!!
Zz.
Jungle Cruise skippers will staff the restaurant, so expect some eye-rolling puns on the menu.
Disney says the Canteen will have several dining rooms, such as crew mess hall and a meeting room of the Society of Explorers and Adventurers.
You'd be forgiven if that brought Pleasure Island's now-defunct Adventurers Club to mind.
Ah, so THAT'S where they'll bring back the Adventurers Club! Kungaloosh!!
Zz.
D23 Expo Pandora via Alpha Centauri Excursions
Coming Disney Animation movies
Three upcoming DA movies were previewed at the D23 Expo. Zootopia is about a bunny policewoman trying to solve a missing mammal case with help from a sly fox. The scene at the DMV where they try to trace a license number is a comedy classic. Moana is about a young Samoan girl trying to revive the ancient ways of ocean exploration. Gigantic is a reworked Jack and the Beanstalk. Based on the sneak previews, Zootopia is a must see, Moana is probably worth seeing, and Gigantic is iffy.
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Friday, August 14, 2015
D23 Expo Disney Animation releases
Disney Animation upcoming releases include Zootopia, Gigantic and Muana. IMHO Zootopia looks most interesting, a story set in a city of animals designed by animals. Pixar releases include The Good Dinosaur, Finding Dory, Coco and Toy Story 4. There will also be a short feature titled Riley's First Date, to be included with digital media. That one looks very funny. Coco might be a little thin, but time will tell.
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D23 Expo JL's studio shirt collection
D23 Expo Thousands waiting for the Animation presentation
Thursday, August 13, 2015
Donald's dessert at Blue Bayou
Don at SB's Castle
Wednesday, August 12, 2015
Hamster Visited WDW And Had "Best Day Ever"
Oh my god! This is just so cute, I can't stand it!
A tiny hamster visited Walt Disney World and had the best day ever! Check out his tiny Mouse ears hat, and all the miniature attractions that he got to ride!
Zz.
A tiny hamster visited Walt Disney World and had the best day ever! Check out his tiny Mouse ears hat, and all the miniature attractions that he got to ride!
Zz.
WDW Picture of the Day
A view of Downtown Disney, still under construction, at dawn, from Saratoga Springs Resort. Look at how still and mirror-like the water was.
Zz.
Tuesday, August 11, 2015
Monday, August 10, 2015
Sunday, August 09, 2015
Saturday, August 08, 2015
WDW Picture of the Day
Rather self-explanatory where this was taken. However, this one was taken right at the entrance to Marketplace if you walk from Saratoga Springs resort.
Zz.
Friday, August 07, 2015
WDW Photo of the Day
A view of the Contemporary Resort and parts of the Magic Kingdom, from high up over Bay Lake Tower. I was doing some parasailing when I took this.
Zz.
Thursday, August 06, 2015
An Enviromentally-Friendly Theme for Epcot's "Food and Wine Festival"
So I've been to Epcot's Food and Wine Festival a few times. Had fun, but I think they often miss things. I'm sure they have to cater to the "average tourist" and consider the kind of food, offerings, and activities that will appeal to the largest audience.
Still, I think they are missing a tremendous opportunity to help address an important environmental issues here in the US, and possibly elsewhere. They should have a theme, or have an introduction to get people to eat invasive species and animals. Animals such as the Asian carp, snake head fish, nutria, etc. are destroying the ecosystem where they were introduced to and overpowering the native species. Yet, these animals are edible, provides a viable source of protein, and can be delicious! Andrew Zimmern on his TV show has shown these animals being cooked and eaten, and became surprisingly delectable.
People, especially in the US, often have an "Ewwwww" factor either due to its name (snake head) or due to how an animal looks like. They need to get over that. The Food and Wine Festival can help to overcome the stigma with these animals. Show them that these are really good food, and by eating them, people are also helping to get rid of them from where they shouldn't be. Invite someone like Andrew Zimmern, who should draw a large crowd, to get people to try and taste these things.
Human beings have been known to push a specie to the brink of extinction from over hunting. Why can't we do the same to an invasive specie? Come on, Disney! You can do something quite unique and help the environment at the same time. It's a win-win situation. Even I would consider coming be to F&W Festival if you do this one.
Zz.
Still, I think they are missing a tremendous opportunity to help address an important environmental issues here in the US, and possibly elsewhere. They should have a theme, or have an introduction to get people to eat invasive species and animals. Animals such as the Asian carp, snake head fish, nutria, etc. are destroying the ecosystem where they were introduced to and overpowering the native species. Yet, these animals are edible, provides a viable source of protein, and can be delicious! Andrew Zimmern on his TV show has shown these animals being cooked and eaten, and became surprisingly delectable.
People, especially in the US, often have an "Ewwwww" factor either due to its name (snake head) or due to how an animal looks like. They need to get over that. The Food and Wine Festival can help to overcome the stigma with these animals. Show them that these are really good food, and by eating them, people are also helping to get rid of them from where they shouldn't be. Invite someone like Andrew Zimmern, who should draw a large crowd, to get people to try and taste these things.
Human beings have been known to push a specie to the brink of extinction from over hunting. Why can't we do the same to an invasive specie? Come on, Disney! You can do something quite unique and help the environment at the same time. It's a win-win situation. Even I would consider coming be to F&W Festival if you do this one.
Zz.
Wednesday, August 05, 2015
Tuesday, August 04, 2015
WDW Picture of the Day
Sometime, all you want is just a nice, clear shot of the fireworks above Cinderella Castle. Here's one of my favorite shots that I managed to get.
Zz.
Monday, August 03, 2015
Sunday, August 02, 2015
Why Inside Out Is Slightly Different In Japan
Here's an article on the fact that Inside-Out is slightly different in Japan, and why.
I didn't know that green bell pepper grosses out the average Japanese!
Zz.
In the original version, the 11-year-old protagonist hates broccoli, which has the nerve to show up on a slice of pizza in her new hometown of San Francisco. (That sight gag is in the trailer, below.) But in the Japanese version of Inside Out, the detested vegetable is green pepper slices — a much more conventional pizza topping in the U.S.
I didn't know that green bell pepper grosses out the average Japanese!
Zz.
Saturday, August 01, 2015
WDW Picture of the Day
The awesome gravediggers during the Mickey Not So Scary Halloween Party parade.
Zz.
Friday, July 31, 2015
Thursday, July 23, 2015
WDW Picture of the Day
Illuminations, with the Holiday tag, at World Showcase, Epcot. Photo taken in Dec., 2014.
Zz.
Wednesday, July 22, 2015
Monday, July 20, 2015
Ant Man Review
We saw Marvel's "Ant Man" on Friday, and it was almost as much fun as
"Guardians of the Galaxy". In fact, I would say that the Marvel's
movies can be roughly grouped into two: The Avengers-class movies, which
had a more weighty subtext, and the "Guardians + Ant Man"-type movies,
which have a more tongue-in-cheek feel to them.
The movie is almost like a caper rather than straight-on "I need to save this world" level of scenario. There are subtle tie-ins with Hydra/SHIELD/Avengers (Hydra being the one and only customer for the invention in the movie). There are also clever moments in the movie when the stories were being told of the source of such-and-such. And there are certainly more laughs in this movie than there was in "Age of Ultron".
If you stay for the mid-credit scene, you'll definitely get a sense of an impending sequel. But you should stay on till the END of the credits, because you'll see a tie-in with Captain America. In fact, there is a very strong hint of what could be expected in the next "Captain America - Civil War" in that one short scene.
This was a very enjoyable movie, and to me, more enjoyable than "Age of Ultron". Highly recommended.
Zz.
The movie is almost like a caper rather than straight-on "I need to save this world" level of scenario. There are subtle tie-ins with Hydra/SHIELD/Avengers (Hydra being the one and only customer for the invention in the movie). There are also clever moments in the movie when the stories were being told of the source of such-and-such. And there are certainly more laughs in this movie than there was in "Age of Ultron".
If you stay for the mid-credit scene, you'll definitely get a sense of an impending sequel. But you should stay on till the END of the credits, because you'll see a tie-in with Captain America. In fact, there is a very strong hint of what could be expected in the next "Captain America - Civil War" in that one short scene.
This was a very enjoyable movie, and to me, more enjoyable than "Age of Ultron". Highly recommended.
Zz.
Saturday, June 27, 2015
Inside Out Easter Eggs
If you haven't seen the movie and want to discover them your self, then don't read the link that lists a lot of the Easter eggs in "Inside Out". And if you really haven't seen it, WHY HAVENT YOU?
:)
Zz.
:)
Zz.
Friday, June 26, 2015
Walt Disney World Bans Selfie-Sticks
All I can say is: GOOD RIDDANCE!
Starting this Tuesday, WDW will ban all selfie-sticks in WDW theme parks and water parks.
I find the selfie-sticks to be not only annoying, but also a safety hazard. It sticks far out, and can easily hit another guest, especially when the park is busy. And having it on rides is CRAZY! It reaches out farther than your arms and one can easily hit the attraction during the ride.
Zz.
Starting this Tuesday, WDW will ban all selfie-sticks in WDW theme parks and water parks.
Spokeswoman Kim Prunty told the Orlando Sentinel (http://bit.ly/1LtRuBz ) selfie-sticks have become a "growing safety concern for both our guests and cast."
Selfie sticks will also be banned at Disneyland Resort in California on Tuesday and at Disney's parks in Paris and Hong Kong starting July 1.
I find the selfie-sticks to be not only annoying, but also a safety hazard. It sticks far out, and can easily hit another guest, especially when the park is busy. And having it on rides is CRAZY! It reaches out farther than your arms and one can easily hit the attraction during the ride.
Zz.
Thursday, June 18, 2015
"Phineas and Ferb" Final Episode Drew Record Audience
The final episode of "Phineas and Ferb" last Friday drew record audience for DisneyXD channel.
I expect a complete box-set DVD/BluRay of the entire series, with tons of extras. This series was a classic.
Zz.
Phineas And Ferb ended its 126-episode run with the two-part “Last Day Of Summer,” which drew 1.4 million viewers — the biggest original telecast in Disney XD’s six-year history. The finale of the series created by Dan Povenmire and Jeff “Swampy” Marsh closed the cable net’s 73-hour P&F marathon of every episode plus five hourlong specials and telepic Phineas And Ferb: Across The 2nd Dimension. The marathon drew 10.9 million unique viewers, including 6 million kids 2-14.
I expect a complete box-set DVD/BluRay of the entire series, with tons of extras. This series was a classic.
Zz.
Wednesday, June 17, 2015
Inside/Out Insider Access
We had a really good time at the Fathom event for Inside/Out last night. When we picked up our tickets, we were each given a poster, and a lanyard with a card attached at the end of the lanyard. On the back of the card is a special code for a bonus 50 points at the Disney Movie Rewards website.
Here's the poster:
Here's the lanyard:
While waiting for the start of the program, they showed clips of interviews with the actors that voiced the 5 main emotions, and also a series of fun facts from the movie. Some of the fun facts are: the ice-skating ring that Riley goes to in San Francisco is at the same location as the Disney Family Museum; the fatigue outfit worn by one of Riley's classmates has Toy Story characters all over it. I can't remember the rest.
When the program started, they showed the behind the scenes look at the Pixar campus, more specifically, inside the Steve Jobs building. Our "tour guides" were Inside/Out Director Pete Doctor and Producer Jonas Rivera. It was a fun, informative tour of not only the building, but also the various people, offices, and quirkiness. There is only ONE bathroom area in the entire building. Steve Jobs wanted this because it forced people to leave their offices and walk, increasing the chances of people interacting with each other and exchanging ideas.
We got to see the jaw-dropping office of John Lasseter. They then found John in a closed-office working on Toy Story 4. He would not let us into the office, but came out and talked about Inside/Out. And yes, he was already wearing a Hawaiian shirt with Inside/Out characters.
It was a fun tour, and something we probably don't get to see much of.
Then the movie started. This is the best Pixar movie since Up and Toy Story 3, in my humble opinion. The animation is getting way too real, and they really animated "Joy" quite well. So the movie is visually spectacular. The storyline is also rather interesting and refreshing. It really is a story of an ordinary little girl, and that made it extraordinary.
The short story before the movie, Lava, was just plain-out charming. I lava it! The animation, especially the ocean and the dolphins, looked almost real!
After the movie, there was a 30-minute interview and Q&A with Pete Doctor and Amy Poehler. The questions were submitted by the audience members at the event via Twitter. Again, this was fun, funny, and quite entertaining.
This was the first Fathom event that I attended. If they do something similar with Disney-related events, I probably will attend them again.
Zz.
Here's the poster:
While waiting for the start of the program, they showed clips of interviews with the actors that voiced the 5 main emotions, and also a series of fun facts from the movie. Some of the fun facts are: the ice-skating ring that Riley goes to in San Francisco is at the same location as the Disney Family Museum; the fatigue outfit worn by one of Riley's classmates has Toy Story characters all over it. I can't remember the rest.
When the program started, they showed the behind the scenes look at the Pixar campus, more specifically, inside the Steve Jobs building. Our "tour guides" were Inside/Out Director Pete Doctor and Producer Jonas Rivera. It was a fun, informative tour of not only the building, but also the various people, offices, and quirkiness. There is only ONE bathroom area in the entire building. Steve Jobs wanted this because it forced people to leave their offices and walk, increasing the chances of people interacting with each other and exchanging ideas.
We got to see the jaw-dropping office of John Lasseter. They then found John in a closed-office working on Toy Story 4. He would not let us into the office, but came out and talked about Inside/Out. And yes, he was already wearing a Hawaiian shirt with Inside/Out characters.
It was a fun tour, and something we probably don't get to see much of.
Then the movie started. This is the best Pixar movie since Up and Toy Story 3, in my humble opinion. The animation is getting way too real, and they really animated "Joy" quite well. So the movie is visually spectacular. The storyline is also rather interesting and refreshing. It really is a story of an ordinary little girl, and that made it extraordinary.
The short story before the movie, Lava, was just plain-out charming. I lava it! The animation, especially the ocean and the dolphins, looked almost real!
After the movie, there was a 30-minute interview and Q&A with Pete Doctor and Amy Poehler. The questions were submitted by the audience members at the event via Twitter. Again, this was fun, funny, and quite entertaining.
This was the first Fathom event that I attended. If they do something similar with Disney-related events, I probably will attend them again.
Zz.
Tuesday, June 16, 2015
Thursday, June 11, 2015
A Conversation With The Creators of "Phineas and Ferb"
As the final episode of "Phineas and Ferb" approaches, we have a news report on a conversation with Dan Povenmire and Swampy Marsh, the creators of the hilarious show.
I still claim that this is the cleverest animated show since "Pinky and the Brain".
Zz.
I still claim that this is the cleverest animated show since "Pinky and the Brain".
Zz.
Sunday, June 07, 2015
Nutella Fruit Waffle
What's better than a Nutella fruit waffle sandwich from Sleepy Hollow at the Magic Kingdom? Why, TWO Nutella fruit waffle sandwiches!
Zz.
Tuesday, May 26, 2015
Review of "Tomorrowland"
This movie has been getting mixed reviews, and a lot of pundits are already declaring that it is a failure almost on the scale of "John Carter". I beg to differ.
It is not without faults. In fact, the ending was a big letdown. I'd say the final 30 minutes of the movie felt rather contrived and tired. However, the first 2/3 of the movie was spectacular! It was visually stunning, and the storyline felt like it was heading somewhere uncharted. I like watching a movie that kept me unbalanced and not able to guess at the next move. Tomorrowland did that for me, at least, the first 2/3 of it.
I'm not going to reveal the storyline, because doing so will be a disservice if you haven't seen it. But I will say that the 3 leading characters in the movie were quite engaging, even the "robot". Where the movie lost it for me, and where I started to be able to guess what will happen next was when they were all back in Tomorrowland and the battle to stop the impending doom. This was where the direction and the "message" of the movie was delivered to heavy-handed. In fact, for the movie that started off so mysteriously and so complex, the ending and the reason for all the destruction was too simple and not at all convincing. It ruined what was until then, a fun, visually-amazing movie.
I will still recommend this movie even with the flaw. I think people will enjoy it more than they expect. If you are a Disney park fan, you'll recognize familiar landmarks in the movie.
BTW, it turns out that "Tomorrowland" is the first movie ever to be shown, in certain theaters, in the new Dolby Vision. It was shown that way at the El Capitan theater. The next movie that can also be seen in Dolby Vision? Disney/Pixar's "Inside/Out".
Zz.
It is not without faults. In fact, the ending was a big letdown. I'd say the final 30 minutes of the movie felt rather contrived and tired. However, the first 2/3 of the movie was spectacular! It was visually stunning, and the storyline felt like it was heading somewhere uncharted. I like watching a movie that kept me unbalanced and not able to guess at the next move. Tomorrowland did that for me, at least, the first 2/3 of it.
I'm not going to reveal the storyline, because doing so will be a disservice if you haven't seen it. But I will say that the 3 leading characters in the movie were quite engaging, even the "robot". Where the movie lost it for me, and where I started to be able to guess what will happen next was when they were all back in Tomorrowland and the battle to stop the impending doom. This was where the direction and the "message" of the movie was delivered to heavy-handed. In fact, for the movie that started off so mysteriously and so complex, the ending and the reason for all the destruction was too simple and not at all convincing. It ruined what was until then, a fun, visually-amazing movie.
I will still recommend this movie even with the flaw. I think people will enjoy it more than they expect. If you are a Disney park fan, you'll recognize familiar landmarks in the movie.
BTW, it turns out that "Tomorrowland" is the first movie ever to be shown, in certain theaters, in the new Dolby Vision. It was shown that way at the El Capitan theater. The next movie that can also be seen in Dolby Vision? Disney/Pixar's "Inside/Out".
Zz.
Cinderella is an important movie for Disney
Scott Mendelson at Forbes.com posted this article about recent Disney movies. The premise is that Cinderella represents Disney material that was not acquired by buying a company, and is therefore a potential good source of successful movies. Tomorrowland (the movie) is apparently heading for a disappointing financial result, thus joining other movies such as John Carter and The Lone Ranger. While Tomorrowland had some good moments, overall it was lacking what it takes to make a good movie. At times, it struggled to make any sense and the ending seemed like the worst choice among several alternate endings. Cinderella, according to the Forbes article, was a solid movie with a good story line.
The ability for Disney to make blockbusters based on their older animated films has given them a whole new franchise of sorts. But the surprisingly (?) robust artistic and financial success of Cinderella has given this would-be franchise a huge dose of respectability and credibility.
Now you may argue that there isn’t all-that-much to celebrate about Disney looting its animated vaults, and I’m not here to dissuade you of that notion. But the relative artistic triumph and unquestionable financial victory of Disney’s Cinderella (which earned over five times its budget just in worldwide theatrical) is the needed jolt as Disney attempts to fashion big-scale blockbusters outside of the Marvel/Star Wars universe.
Tokyo Disneyland rides stopped by what?
Kotaku.com reports that several rides in the park, including Journey to the Center of the Earth were stopped due to a magnitude 5.5 earthquake.
Journey to the Center of the Earth wasn’t the only attraction that stopped because of the quake. Other rides like Star Tours, Space Mountain, and Splash Mountain did, too.People were evacuated from the rides as a precaution but it seems there was no real damage.
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
John Lasseter Talks About Upcoming Disney and Pixar Slate of Movies
During a 2-hour presentation at Cannes Film Festival, John Lasseter talks about the upcoming slate of Disney and Disney-Pixar movies. This includes Finding Dory, The Good Dinosaur, and others.
Zz.
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Tuesday, May 19, 2015
"No Selfie Sticks" Signs Begin To Show Up At WDW
You KNOW that this was bound to happen sooner or later.
Our last trip to WDW this past December was an eye-opener because I had never seen so many selfie sticks being used all through the parks. People were either filming themselves while walking around the parks, or on rides. Holy cow, this thing could be dangerous especially in a crowded area!
Sure enough, Disney is beginning to crack down on selfie sticks. It starts with Thunder Mountain Railroad.
It'll require just a few guests being poked by this darn thing in a crowded area before I see a ban on this nuisance.
Zz.
Our last trip to WDW this past December was an eye-opener because I had never seen so many selfie sticks being used all through the parks. People were either filming themselves while walking around the parks, or on rides. Holy cow, this thing could be dangerous especially in a crowded area!
Sure enough, Disney is beginning to crack down on selfie sticks. It starts with Thunder Mountain Railroad.
So on Friday, Walt Disney World went a step further to make that point. It posted a "No Selfie Sticks" sign at the Magic Kingdom's Big Thunder Mountain Railroad.
A few weeks ago, Disney told workers to remind guests of that policy.
Still, Thunder Mountain has had an especially high number of incidents in which the ride had to be stopped because of selfie-stick use.
Similar signs have been posted at Space Mountain and Big Thunder Mountain at Disneyland in California.
It'll require just a few guests being poked by this darn thing in a crowded area before I see a ban on this nuisance.
Zz.
Monday, May 18, 2015
Inside/Out Debuts at Cannes
Disney-Pixar's "Inside/Out" debuts at Cannes Film Festival today.
While the release date is June 19 in the US, many Disney Visa card holders had the opportunity last week to purchase a special Fathom event ticket that will not only give an advance showing on June 16 of the movie, but also a sneak peek at Pixar Studios and a live interview with Pete Doctor.
The tickets were opened for purchase to the public last May 15th. We will be going.
Zz.
While the release date is June 19 in the US, many Disney Visa card holders had the opportunity last week to purchase a special Fathom event ticket that will not only give an advance showing on June 16 of the movie, but also a sneak peek at Pixar Studios and a live interview with Pete Doctor.
Special Fathom Features: Experience exclusive behind-the-scenes footage from Pixar Animation Studios and a Q&A with director Pete Docter, producer Jonas Rivera and the voice of Joy, Amy Poehler.
Fathom Events and Disney are bringing Disney*Pixar's highly-anticipated Inside Out to theatres nationwide on Tuesday, June 16 in a special advanced screening.
This one-night event will include exclusive behind-the-scenes footage from Pixar Animation Studios in addition to the full-length feature Inside Out and the Lava short three days before its official release. PLUS following the showing of Inside Out, audiences will enjoy an exclusive Q&A with director Pete Docter, producer Jonas Rivera and the voice of Joy, Amy Poehler, live via satellite from their Australian tour. Event attendees will also receive a limited edition Inside Out commemorative poster and lanyard that includes a special code for access to digital extras.
The tickets were opened for purchase to the public last May 15th. We will be going.
Zz.
Thursday, May 07, 2015
Phineas And Ferb To Air Final Episode In June
The final episode of our most favorite TV series on any Disney channel, Phineas and Ferb, will air on June 12 at 9/8c on Disney XD.
I still have no clue why Disney is ending this series. It falls into one of the most intelligent animated series, in the same class as South Park, The Simpsons, and Pinky and the Brain. All I can say is that there better be a humongous box-set of this series coming out soon.
Zz.
Disney XD announced on Thursday that after 126 episodes, five hour-long specials and a TV-movie, the animated series will air its final episode, “Last Day of Summer,” on Friday, June 12 at 9/8c.
I still have no clue why Disney is ending this series. It falls into one of the most intelligent animated series, in the same class as South Park, The Simpsons, and Pinky and the Brain. All I can say is that there better be a humongous box-set of this series coming out soon.
Zz.
Tuesday, May 05, 2015
Frozen Fireworks Over Streets of America
For those of us who missed it, here is a video of the new Frozen fireworks over the Street of America at DHS.
I must say that I don't quite remember the one that was over the now-gone Sorcerer Hat, so I can't quite compare that with this "new" one. It will be interesting to see if they'll keep doing this show at the new location. It certainly will prevent all that congestion along the main entrance.
Zz.
I must say that I don't quite remember the one that was over the now-gone Sorcerer Hat, so I can't quite compare that with this "new" one. It will be interesting to see if they'll keep doing this show at the new location. It certainly will prevent all that congestion along the main entrance.
Zz.
Monday, May 04, 2015
Mickey Head River Rock Stepping Stone
Walgreens continues to carry some of the neatest seasonal Disney merchandise (why can't the Disney Stores be more like this?) around.
Found this over the weekend at our nearby Walgreens. It is a Mickey head stepping stone.
On the back, it has a place where you can attach it to a nail or a hook so that you can mount it on the wall. At about a foot in width, it is a nice size.
We liked it so much, be bought TWO! :) We'll hang them on the wall some time soon.
Zz.
Found this over the weekend at our nearby Walgreens. It is a Mickey head stepping stone.
On the back, it has a place where you can attach it to a nail or a hook so that you can mount it on the wall. At about a foot in width, it is a nice size.
We liked it so much, be bought TWO! :) We'll hang them on the wall some time soon.
Zz.
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