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Expect to be immersed in another world from your childhood when you see Walt Disney Animation Studios' newest animated film, "Wreck-It Ralph." Much like the clever and funny "Toy Story" series, "Wreck-It Ralph" allows audiences a look at what goes on with our playthings when the kids aren't around. Yet this time it's a view behind the screens of video games to expose what happens after the kids leave the arcade.
The story is about Ralph (voiced by John C. Reilly), the bad guy in the Fix-It Felix, Jr. game. As his name indicates, Ralph's job is to destroy things that the other residents of Niceville, especially hero Fix-It Felix Jr. (voiced by Jack McBrayer), have built. After 30 years of being an outcast, Ralph is fed up and decides to try to prove he, too, can be one of the good guys so that he will be accepted by the other game characters.
Epic Mickey sequels go on sale early at Disney World’s Festival of the Masters
Posted onFans of the best-selling Disney Epic Mickey Wii game can play the sequels at the upcoming Festival of the Masters at Downtown Disney and then purchase them more than a week before their United States release date.
Disney Interactive Studios again will host a booth at the free annual outdoor arts festival. The sequel to the Wii game, Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two, will be released on all console platforms on Nov. 18, but guests who stop by the booth will be able to play Epic Mickey 2 on Xbox, PlayStation 3 Move and Wii platforms.
Another sequel, Epic Mickey: Power of Illusion, is designed for Nintendo 3DS systems and also will be available for guests to test drive. It, too, will be released on Nov. 18.
Hidden Mickeys at Castaway Cay
Posted onDisney's Private Island, Castaway Cay, is loads of fun, and I hope you include Hidden Mickey hunting as part of your experience there. Castaway Cay has great Hidden Images! After I disembarked from the Disney Dream, I saluted Sorcerer Mickey on the ship's stern.
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin hosts 3rd annual Food & Wine Classic
Posted onAt a time when many are relishing the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival, a nearby venue recently offered guests another opportunity to sample foods and wines they might not usually try. The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin, within walking distance of Epcot, hosted its third annual Food & Wine Classic this past weekend on the walkways between the two buildings.
SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration – Where the Season Meets the Sea
Posted onWaves of holiday spirit splash over the park during SeaWorld's Christmas Celebration. Carols fill the air, a sparkling sea of trees light up the water and skaters dance on ice. Here in a wintery, watery wonderland, guests can journey to the North Pole on THE POLAR EXPRESS Experience, share a smile with a sea lion, and enjoy stunning live shows inspired by the natural world. With everything from elves to Elmo, and from Santa to Shamu, SeaWorld's Christmas Celebration is where the season meets the sea. Events take place on select dates November 17 through December 31, 2012.
AllEars.Net Meet and Greet at the UK Pavilion
Posted onThanks to everyone who attended our October 2nd meet and greet at Epcot's United Kingdom. Blog contains photos!
Characters in Flight Balloon Returns to Downtown Disney
Posted onThe Characters in Flight balloon has returned to Downtown Disney and is currently in a testing phase.
This balloon features a new red, yellow and blue color scheme, as well as a new set of flying characters: Tinker Bell, Peter Pan, Buzz Lightyear, Dumbo, Jasmine and Aladdin.
Disney Magic Canada Cruise – The Food
Posted onLaura Gilbreath concludes her series of reports on a recent Disney Cruise Line sailing from New York to Canada with a look at the food she experienced while on board.
New Segway tour gives guests unique views of Epcot
Posted onFirst hand report of Epcot's new "Keep Moving Forward: See the World, Share the Dream Segway Tour," which debuted on Sept. 17. This guided tour starts in Future World and then covers most of World Showcase in the three-hour experience. Beginning Sept. 28, times for the three-hour experience shift because of the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival; you may start at 7:45, 8:30 and 9 a.m
Frankenweenie 3D Preview
Posted onSenior Editor Deb Koma attended a preview screening of the upcoming stop-motion animated film, "Frankenweenie," directed -- in black-and-white Disney Digital 3D! -- by Tim Burton and set for release next Friday, October 5.
The free preview was one of more than a dozen taking place across the country this week, sponsored by D23, The Official Disney Fan Club.
