In US Theaters April 17, 2015 Life is an adventure for Maya, the clever and resourceful blonde-bobbed monkey in “Monkey Kingdom,” Disneynature’s new feature film set among ancient ruins in the storied jungles of South Asia. Maya’s world is forever changed when she welcomes her son, Kip, into her complicated extended family. Like all families, … Continue reading "Monkey Kingdom – New Trailer"
Clearwater Marine Aquarium, home to Winter the dolphin, offers special holiday events
Posted onIf you’re a regular reader of my blog, you know this is in part because CMA is a place that my family and I enjoy spending time together. But a bigger motivation for me is that I know my daughter is far from alone in her love of Winter, and I want our readers to understand what they can gain from squeezing in a visit to Clearwater when they are in Orlando for a theme-park vacation.
Disney’s Polynesian Villas and Bungalows Update
Posted onThe Disney Parks Blog has released new artist renderings of Disney's Polynesian Village, phase 1 opening in 2015. The 20 Bungalows (rendering above) will sleep up to eight guests each in a home-like setting reminiscent of the South Pacific. There plunge pool overlooking Seven Seas Lagoon, and the view of the fireworks over Magic Kingdom Park.
Inside Out – New Trailer from Disney*Pixar
Posted onGrowing up can be a bumpy road, and it's no exception for Riley, who is uprooted from her Midwest life when her father starts a new job in San Francisco. Like all of us, Riley is guided by her emotions - Joy (Amy Poehler), Fear (Bill Hader), Anger (Lewis Black), Disgust (Mindy Kaling) and Sadness (Phyllis Smith).
Disney Publishing launches digital education apps for young children
Posted onWhen my children were younger they were big fans of Disney Publishing’s storybook apps. These apps allow young readers to be immersed in popular Disney stories — and practice reading — because of the many interactive features. Now, it appears that Disney Publishing is building on its success by introducing Disney Imagicademy, a new technology-driven … Continue reading "Disney Publishing launches digital education apps for young children"
Disney Pic of the Week: Christmas Lights
Posted onAs a Disney fan I can only think of one thing when someone mentions Christmas Lights and that’s the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights. As I am not so great with night photography, here’s a photo Linda Eckwerth took last year, of the Osborne Family stockings.
A touring plan for SeaWorld Orlando’s Christmas Celebration
Posted onSeaWorld Orlando offers so many attractions for the holidays that you easily could spend the better part of a day focusing on just the Christmas activities. So, in that spirit, here is touring plan to map out just how to do that. My plan has an arrival time of 12:30 p.m., and I am assuming … Continue reading "A touring plan for SeaWorld Orlando’s Christmas Celebration"
Now Snowing Nightly in Celebration gives visitors a taste of winter near Walt Disney World
Posted onFor years, one of my family’s favorite holiday traditions is a visit to see “snow” just outside the gates of Walt Disney World. The town of Celebration hosts “Now Snowing Nightly” – a flurry of soap bubbles — from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Eve, and it’s open to the public at no charge. The shopping … Continue reading "Now Snowing Nightly in Celebration gives visitors a taste of winter near Walt Disney World"
2015 Events and Festivals at SeaWorld Orlando
Posted onSeaWorld Orlando Announces 2015 Event & Festival Schedule ORLANDO, Fla (December 5, 2014) – SeaWorld Orlando announces its 2015 schedule of events and festivals, including the all-new Praise Wave®, a two-Saturday series that makes the park come alive with the hottest names in Christian music. Events and concerts are included with park admission. The best … Continue reading "2015 Events and Festivals at SeaWorld Orlando"
Live ‘Frozen Fun’ Opens at Disney California Adventure Park
Posted onThe Disneyland Resort celebrates the opening of spectacular new "Frozen Fun" beginning Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2015, featuring magical adventures with characters from the Walt Disney Pictures blockbuster film. Guests at Disney California Adventure Park will be able to meet Anna and Elsa in a new location, sing along with the "Frozen" soundtrack, play in the snow, meet Olaf the snowman and "chill out" at a nighttime, family dance party.
A sneak peek of many of the live experiences begins Saturday, Dec. 20, in Disney California Adventure and a new "Frozen"-themed show opens in Disneyland Park Jan. 7, 2015.
