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Parents of tween girls, hold on to your wallets! Disney Consumer Products and Interactive Media previewed a new and original brand at the D23 Expo in Anaheim that is sure to be popular with the younger set. Disney Star Darlings are a series of characters that will be introduced first through paper books and digital … Continue reading "Disney poised to launch tween brand Star Darlings"
Disney Citizenship aims to inspire kids and families at D23 Expo
Posted onOne division of The Walt Disney Company that is perhaps less well-known to those outside of Orlando and Anaheim boosted its presence at the D23 Expo with unique activities for convention attendees. Disney Citizenship hosted hands-on volunteer activities each day in its pavilion, and volunteers only had to donate a few minutes to get involved.
Disney Legend Marty Sklar, fellow Imagineers offer advice at D23 Expo to those wanting to join The Walt Disney Co.
Posted onAt the 2015 D23 Expo in Anaheim, Calif., blogger Kristin Ford and her son Carter had the chance to attend a panel led by Disney Legend and Imagineering Ambassador Marty Sklar and other Imagineers. They also got to meet Sklar afterwards.
One family’s first-time experiences at D23 Expo
Posted onDisney really should make T-shirts proclaiming "I survived the D23 Expo!" much like its theme-park attraction T-shirts expressing a similar sentiment. However exhilarating you find the biennial opportunity to explore all the branches of The Walt Disney Company, there's no getting around the exhaustion that comes after three days of crowds, lines and excitement at the Anaheim Convention Center.
Star Wars fans can buy exclusive merchandise on Force Friday at Toys ‘R” Us
Posted onToys ‘R’ Us wants to make sure the force is with all Star Wars fans well before “The Force Awakens” — the seventh movie in the saga — is released in December. To that end, it is hosting Force Friday on Sept. 4 at all of its stores — worldwide. The hoopla begins at 12:01 … Continue reading "Star Wars fans can buy exclusive merchandise on Force Friday at Toys ‘R” Us"
Disney Channel’s ‘Descendants’
Posted onKenny Ortega just might be Disney Channel’s Fairy Godmother. After all, the director and choreographer delivered the network’s biggest franchise, “High School Musical,” almost a decade ago and now he has produced the most-watched cable TV movie of the year, “Descendants,” which aired on Friday. The premise behind “Descendants” isn’t new, but the network does … Continue reading "Disney Channel’s ‘Descendants’"
Disney Cruise Line discontinues Mickey Mail autograph service
Posted onFor many younger travelers onboard a Disney Cruise Line ship, collecting autographs is a key part of the vacation at sea. Even my own children, who have annual passes to Walt Disney World and see the characters on a regular basis, were thrilled to come home with a fresh set of signatures. Now, however, one … Continue reading "Disney Cruise Line discontinues Mickey Mail autograph service"
Why Disneyland’s PhotoPass+ could be valuable addition to your vacation
Posted onFor many, if not most, vacationers, photos are among the most cherished souvenirs from their travels. That certainly is true of guests on Disney vacations, myself included. And now that we are going to Disneyland for the first time, I have been planning for these photos - choosing outfits and iconic locations and making character-dining reservations.
The first decision I made was whether we wanted to purchase PhotoPass+, a product that allows you to buy all the professional photos you have taken in the parks for one price.
Tips for packing for a Disneyland vacation
Posted onI feel like a novice Disney traveler now that I'm preparing to pack for our first trip to Disneyland and D23 in August. I have to figure out what we will need in an unfamiliar hotel room and theme parks for an extended stay. And it's a lot of stuff for four people!
I have never been to Anaheim, but from what I can tell, the weather this time of the year is just slightly cooler than Orlando during the day.
Disney Channel, Disney XD holding open casting call online now
Posted onIf you’ve dreamed of being the next big teen star, this might be your chance to get started! Disney Channel and Disney XD are hosting open online auditions for upcoming television series and original movies. But you need to get to work, because the deadline is Aug. 6. These auditions are open to actors ages … Continue reading "Disney Channel, Disney XD holding open casting call online now"
