Discovery Cove Launches New Vacation Planning Tool

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Discovery Cove now lets guests design the perfect vacation package 

— Hotel stays, meal plans, front-of-line access, reserved seating and multi-park tickets among new package perks —

 

With a few mouse clicks, Discovery Cove guests can now transform a single-day experience into an entire vacation that includes accommodations at one of the park’s official partner hotels.

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Discovery Cove Vacations, a new online booking tool, allows guests to design a custom-tailored package that meets their specific travel needs.  All packages start with a day at Discovery Cove, an all-inclusive resort park best known for its dolphin swim experience.  Once they’ve planned their visit, guests can add a hotel stay in one of 16 partner hotels, many within walking distance. 

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All packages include unlimited admission to SeaWorld Orlando® and Aquatica, SeaWorld’s Waterpark™, for 14 consecutive days around the date of the reservation, as well as reserved seating at SeaWorlds inspiring shows, 10% off dining and merchandise purchases in the park, early park access on select days, and one Cup that Cares, a build-your-own personalized penguin-shaped character cup available exclusively at SeaWorld’s Antarctica – Empire of the Penguin. In addition, guests who chose any of the Official Hotels of SeaWorld also receive front-of-line access on rides, complimentary transportation to the parks, and access to the exclusive SeaWorld Rescue Tour, a behind-the-scenes look at SeaWorld’s rescue and rehabilitation facilities.  All hotels also offer a fifth night free.

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With so many package extras, the average savings for a family of four is as much as $400.

“One of the biggest benefits of booking a vacation with us is the level of trust guests can have in the process,” said Toni Caracciolo, vice president of marketing and sales for SeaWorld Parks & Resorts.  “Our partner hotels offer a wide range of price points and amenities, and they all maintain the same level of quality and customer service guests have come to expect from our parks.  Its like having a local friend guide you to all the best places while youre in town.” 

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Discovery Cove is a one-of-a kind, highly interactive marine park where guests swim with bottlenose dolphins, snorkel among thousands of tropical fish and rays, and play in a fresh-water river.  The all-inclusive day resort also has an on-site aviary where guests hand-feed exotic birds.

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Guests can help themselves throughout the day to freshly prepared meals like sweet Hawaiian chicken, fire-grilled fish and burgers, summer salads and homemade mac-and-cheese. Snacks as well as beer, wine and frozen daiquiris are available all-day to guests.

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Wetsuits, snorkel gear, showers and changing facilities, towels, lockers and environmentally safe sunscreen are complimentary.  Private cabanas with hammocks, lounge chairs and a well-stocked fridge are available for an additional fee.

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To book a Discovery Cove Vacation or get additional information, go to DiscoveryCove.com/Vacations.

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Raglan Road Hosts 2016 Mighty St. Patrick’s Festival

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The Mighty St. Patrick’s Festival is underway at Raglan Road at Disney Springs, and if you haven’t stepped into the warm interior of aged walnut and mahogany woods from old Irish bars and churches was built in Ireland and shipped to Orlando this is the perfect time of year to do so!

With so many performances, signature events, and St. Patrick’s Day offerings, you won’t want to miss this celebration at Raglan Road!

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The Mighty St. Patrick’s Festival 2016 at Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant

March 11 – 17, 2016

Raglan Road Irish Pub & RestaurantDisney Springs at The Landing – Walt Disney World Resort

1640 E. Buena Vista Dr., Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830

www.raglanroad.com or call 407/938-0300.

When To Go

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The Mighty St. Patrick’s Festival hours are 4 pm – 1:30 am with special hours on

  • March 14, 15 and 16: noon until 1:30 am
  • March 17: 11 am – 1:30 am

If you want to visit Raglan Road before the festivities begin you will find that Lunch is served 11 am-3 pm; Dinner 3-11 pm; Bar menu 11 pm-late; Saturday and Sunday Rollicking Raglan Brunch from 10 am-3 pm

Live Entertainment

The highlight of the Mighty St. Patrick’s Festival are the live music and dance performances on the Raglan Road Pub and Patio Stages.

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The Raglan Roots Coalition 

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10 years down the road, Raglan felt it was time to shake its boogie – Roots style, with this new Irish house band.  Think soul-rocking Celtic bluegrass with some hip-swingin’, knee-shakin’ funky roots beats, and you’re only halfway there.

JigJam 

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The hottest new act on the Celtgrass music scene, this County Offaly, Ireland, trio blend the best of hard-driving American Bluegrass and Irish folk music.

Cooney & Ryan 

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One of the finest traditional Irish music duos around, these accomplished, energetic musicians often invite the crowd to sing along.

Avi McGourty 

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Award winning singer-songwriter McGourty from County Tipperary, Ireland, is a rising star on the Irish music scene with her soulful lyrics and joyful musical renditions. 

The High Road 

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These young, traditional Irish musicians who met in University in Ireland exude musical chemistry.  A predominately Irish traditional group, they also play British folk, blues and soul. 

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And you can’t have a Mighty Festival without the Raglan Road Dancers who are amazing! These talented performers were selected from the stages of the most famed Irish Dance shows, and they will perform throughout the Mighty Festival.

Libations

You won’t find green beer at Raglan Road, but you will find a great selection of beers, spirits and craft cocktails.

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Guinness sells 13 million pints around the world on St. Patrick’s Day, and you can find a mighty fine pour at Raglan Road!

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If you find yourself choosing between several beers, you may want to check out Raglan Road’s Beer Flights. I tried that Four Provinces with Guinness, Smithwicks, Harp, and Kilkenny.

Food

Celebrity Master Chef Kevin Dundon – famous for his five-star hotel and cookery school in Ireland – has helped curated and create Raglan Road’s menu that features traditional Irish dishes and new creations with a Celtic twist.

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During The Mighty St. Patrick’s Festival at Raglan Road popular lunch, dinner and bar menus that include new dishes just introduced by Master Chef Dundon.  

The authentic Irish Dish of St. Patrick’s day can be found on the dinner menu. ‘Kevin’s Heavenly Ham’ is a dish that lives up to its name and features Irish mist glazed loin of bacon with savoy cabbage, colcannon potatoes, parsley cream sauce and a raisin cider jus.

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To start your culinary journey off at Raglan Road you’ll want to try the Smokie City, which is perfect to share. This dip is a lovely creamy baked haddock & Dubliner cheese dip with potatoes, tomatoes served with a toasted baguette.

Signature Events

Master Chef Kevin Dundon will host two signature dining events during The Mighty St. Patrick’s Festival at Raglan Road.

Demonstration Luncheon – March 14, 2016

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Master Chef Kevin Dundon will prepare a selection of incredible recipes in an exclusive four-course afternoon luncheon in the beautiful setting of the Grand Room. Enjoy a live demonstration from the award – winning chef, with dishes that have been inspired by Restaurant Jammet. Jammet’s was the finest and most famous restaurant in Ireland from 1901-1967 frequented by celebrities and notable dignitaries.

Signature Dinner – March 15, 2016

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As part of our annual Mighty St Patrick’s Festival celebrations Celebrity Chef Kevin Dundon is hosting a very special Signature Dining Event. Chef Kevin will create a sumptuous five course feast carefully paired with a variety of fine wines that complement the amazing array of flavors of each delicious dish. The event is not just part of the Mighty St. Patrick’s festivities but also a centenary celebration dinner inspired by Restaurant Jammet. Jammet’s was the finest and most famous restaurant in Ireland from 1901-1967 frequented by celebrities and notable dignitaries.

To book your seat at this special event call Raglan Road at 407-938-0300

Five Course Dinner & Wine Pairings $115 plus tax & gratuity.

St. Patrick’s Day

On March 17, St. Patrick’s Day, guests will be seated on a first-come, first-served basis with a cover charge of $10 for each guest age 18 and older.

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St. Patrick’s festivities will include complimentary face painting and giveaways.

Fun Facts About Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day

  • Never call the holiday “St. Patty’s.”  It’s either “St. Patrick’s Day” or “St. Paddy’s.”
  • A shamrock has three leaves (not four – that would be a clover).
  • Americans invented the St. Patrick’s Day parade in 1737 in Boston.
  • Most Irish pubs do a full month’s business on St. Patrick’s Day.
  • Raglan Road is America’s #1 Irish Pub.
  • Green beer is an American invention.  Raglan Road does not serve green beer.
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WrestleMania 33 To Be Held In Orlando

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WrestleMania 33 To Be Held In Orlando

WrestleMania 33 is coming to Orlando’s Citrus Bowl in 2017…this is not a drill!!!

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                                         Vince K. McMahon

This morning Florida Governor Rick Scott, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs, and the Central Florida Sports Commission we joined by several WWE executives and Superstars to announce that the Orlando Citrus Bowl will host WWE’s pop-culture extravaganza, WrestleMania, on Sunday, April 2, 2017.

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We’re excited to bring this event back to Orlando. Florida set a tourism record by welcoming 105 million visitors in 2015, and WWE will help bring even more visitors to Florida in 2017,” said Florida Governor Rick Scott. “We’re excited WWE once again chose Florida to host WrestleMania.”

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New Day Members (left to right) Big E, Xavier Woods, and Kofi Kingston

WrestleMania is more than just a one-day event; it’s a week-long celebration that will stretch throughout the Orlando region.  In addition to WrestleMania, other activities will include: WrestleMania Axxess – WWE’s four-day interactive fan festival at the Orange County Convention Center; the 2017 WWE Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at the Amway Center; Monday Night Raw at the Amway Center; Be a STAR anti-bullying rallies; hospital visits and other community outreach initiatives designed to give back to the host community.

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                                       Ric Flair and Charlotte

The city of Orlando is extremely proud to have WrestleMania return to the Citrus Bowl,” said Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer.  “WrestleMania 33 will proudly display to the world the incredible reconstruction that recently went into transforming the iconic Citrus Bowl.”

Orlando beat out dozens of other cities to have the opportunity to host the annual blockbuster event for WWE.

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​“We are delighted that WWE has chosen Central Florida as the host destination for its signature event,” said Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs, “The week-long series of events will provide a significant economic boost to our region, while giving visitors a chance to experience Orlando’s world-class attractions.”

WrestleMania 33 is expected to bring over 100,000 visitors from around the world to Orlando for the series of events bringing an estimated $100 million in economic impact for host region.

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                                        Stephanie McMahon

Orlando is the home to so many family-friendly, global attractions so it’s only fitting that it once again plays host to WrestleMania,” said WWE Chairman & CEO Vince McMahon. “On behalf of everyone at WWE, thank you Governor Scott, Mayor Dyer, and Mayor Jacobs for bringing WrestleMania back to the Citrus Bowl.”

WWE has already made an investment in the Orlando area as home to the WWE Performance Center, a state-of-the-art training center for future WWE Superstars and with their partnership with Full Sail University where NXT is taped for the WWE Network.

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                                           Roman Reigns

The event will be broadcast live on WWE Network and pay-per-view in more than 180 countries.

If you have never seen the spectacular annual event, you can watch WrestleMania 32 when it takes place Sunday, April 3rd at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on the WWE Network or pay-per-view.

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Krispy Kreme Hops Into Spring With Adorable Doughnuts

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Krispy Kreme Hops Into Spring With Adorable Doughnuts

Spring into warmer weather with the return of your favorite festive Krispy Kreme Doughnuts including the Bunny Bum, Chocolate Iced Glazed with Sprinkles, Chick, Egg and White Iced Sprinkled Egg doughnut.

Fans can enjoy these treats now through March 27 at the following local Krispy Kreme locations:

Krispy Kreme Winter Park – Drive thru Open 24 hours

1031 S. Orlando Avenue (17-92), Winter Park, FL  32789

Open 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. (Sunday–Thursday) and

5:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. (Friday and Saturday)

Krispy Kreme Millenia– Open 24 hours
4080 Millenia Blvd., Orlando, FL 32939

Krispy Kreme Kissimmee– Open 24 hours
5310 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway
(192 / Mile Marker 11.5), Kissimmee, FL  34746

“Spring doughnuts are the perfect way to welcome and celebrate the season,” said Tony Thompson, President and CEO of Krispy Kreme Doughnuts. “Each doughnut is a creative take on the classic symbols of springtime and we know our fans will enjoy sharing them with family and friends.”

Krispy Kreme Bunny Bum

The Bunny Bum doughnut is a heart-shaped doughnut dipped in white and glossy icing. The bunny tail is created with a dollop of white Kreme™ and finished off with bunny feet made of sugar.

Krispy Kreme Sprinkle Doughnut

The Chocolate Iced Glazed doughnut is dipped in chocolate icing and topped with colorful sprinkles.

Krispy Kreme Chick Doughnut

The Chick doughnut is filled with our classic white Kreme™ and dipped in yellow icing and sanding sugar. It is then finished with orange and chocolate icing.

Krispy Kreme Egg Doughnut

The Egg is a filled doughnut dipped in purple icing and topped with yellow and green detail icing.

The White Iced Sprinkled Egg features a colorful sprinkle blend on top of a white and glossy base.

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Tips For Resolving Ticket and MagicBand Issues

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Hopefully it hasn’t happened to you, but this weekend I renewed my Walt Disney World Annual Pass and during the process I ran into to an issue and needed some extra help with a MagicBand issue.

From this experience I wanted to share with you six tips to make the process of dealing with technical issues a little easier.

Six Tips for Dealing with Walt Disney World Ticket and MagicBand Issues

1. Make sure you have the right number to call.

The phone number to call for these issues is (407) 939-7765, which is open 7 days a week from 7am – 11pm EST. If you are a guest under 18, you will need permission to call.

2. Stay Calm.

Now I wish I had followed my own advice as first on this one! The issue I had originally made it seem as if my account was blank, meaning I had lost all of my information and PhotoPass pictures.

But I definitely suggest taking a moment before calling, because it makes communication much easier.

3. Set aside some time for the call.  

Getting to the bottom of an issue can take a little time, so make sure you have the time to wait for a Cast Member to answer your call and for the concern to be resolved.

We are all busy, but I found that I am less frantic and more open to finding solutions when I am less stressed about a time crunch.

My worst idea on this one was once calling from the Car Riders Pick-Up Line at my daughter’s school…I don’t recommend that at all!

4. Be at your computer when you call in for help.

While many issues can be also dealt with by looking at the My Disney Experience App, it is often more helpful if you can be in front of your computer when you are speaking with the Cast Member helping you.

5. Share as much information as you can about the issue.

As soon as I run into any issue or concern, the first thing I do is stop dead in my tracks and write down details about how I ran into them so they are easier to identify or recreate if necessary.

Some information you might want to take note of include:

  • Time & Date of issue
  • If it happened Online (the Walt Disney World website) or My Disney Experience App or in the Parks
  • MagicBand Number (if you are trying to link a specific MagicBand to your account)
  • What exactly happened
  • What I did after the issue (i.e. Did you check with any of your connected Family or Friends to see if you were still visible in their My Disney Experience App?)

6. Take the survey at the end of the call.

Not being in a rush also includes taking the time to complete the short survey at the end of the call, because the feedback about the lines of communication helps optimize the experience for the future as well as helps recognize Cast Members for doing an exceptional job.

Now while I hope that you never need this information, I hope that you find it helpful in case you do!

 

 

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Disney Springs News: STK Orlando Announces Executive Chef James O’Donnell

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Disney Springs News:

STK Orlando Announces Executive Chef James O’Donnell

STK Orlando, a world-class dining-retail-entertainment experience, is set to open this Spring at Walt Disney World’s Disney Springs, and The ONE Group Hospitality, Inc has announced that culinary veteran James O’Donnell will be their Executive Chef.

STK Orlando Walt Disney World Disney Springs Restaurant Chef James O'Donnell

Executive Chef James O’Donnell will be overseeing day-to-day kitchen operations at the two-level, 15,000-square-foot steakhouse – one of the largest STK restaurants in the world – O’Donnell brings impressive credentials to his new role.

From successfully apprenticing at dining venues in Las Vegas, O’Donnell was courted by the House of Blues restaurant in LA and became executive chef in 1997. Other stops included executive chef of Michael Jordan’s Steakhouse in the Mohegan Sun Casino in Connecticut, where he managed three eastern U.S. locations; director of culinary operations for Cornerstone Management and Consulting, overseeing eight restaurants in the U.S and Mexico; and partner and executive chef at The Capital Grille in Jacksonville, Fla. In 2011, O’Donnell returned to Cornerstone to direct culinary operations, including developing menus for ENO Wine Bars.

STK’s entrance into the Orlando market, and specifically into the newly reimagined Disney Springs, affords us a unique opportunity and we are very happy to have brought James onboard to oversee our culinary operations at the property,” said Jonathan Segal, CEO of The ONE Group.

O’Donnell brings international culinary experience honed over two decades to his new role at STK, as well as a passion for creating the ultimate dining scene. At STK Orlando, he will oversee two kitchens and approximately 70 employees.

A native of San Diego, California, O’Donnell spends time with his family cooking outdoors over an open fire, enjoying new cuisines in various restaurants and hotels, and his hobbies include both hiking and kayaking.

I am really excited to try STK Orlando, and if you aren’t familiar with STK concept you definitely will want to be!

STK is a unique concept that artfully blends the modern steakhouse and chic lounge into one, offering a dynamic, fine dining experience with the superior quality of a traditional steakhouse. STK distinguishes itself by focusing on the social experience with a sleek, contemporary design and an in-house DJ who creates an infectious, high-energy vibe.

The menu features reimagined classic American cuisine with signature dishes like bite-sized Lil’ BRGs made with Wagyu beef, Lobster Mac & Cheese, and, of course, the highest quality steak. STK defines the modern fine dining experience with incredible food, world-class service and the perfect atmosphere. STK has locations in New York City, Washington DC, Miami, Chicago, Atlanta, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, London, and Milan with additional locations coming soon to Dallas, Toronto, and Orlando.

For more information about STK, you can visit their website at www.stkhouse.com.

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A Spoiler-Free Look At #Zootopia

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A Spoiler-Free Look At #Zootopia

Zootopia opens in movie theaters today, and while the story may seem ‘fluffy’ from the trailers the world of Zootopia is dealing with some heady issues.

Zootopia is an anthropomorphic metropolis where ‘Anyone can be Anything’, and different species of mammals can live and thrive as neighbors in well designed, connected ecosystems having evolved past the predator/prey relationship that had haunted their history for years.

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The story of Zootopia follows Judy Hopps, voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin, as she fulfills her dream to become the first rabbit Police Officer in the history of Zootopia despite several obstacles.

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However upon her arrival in Zootopia she quickly learns that her dreams have a harsh reality, and that in this new place she must now work even harder to overcome prejudices. It doesn’t matter if she is facing a bully boss named Chief Bogo, voiced by Idris Elba, stereotypes from co-workers, Clawhauser voiced by Nate Torrence is the first to learn you can’t call a bunny ‘cute’, or cons by the sly fox Nick Wilde, voiced by Jason Bateman, Judy never loses sight of who she is and what she wants to achieve.

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Now if the story stopped there you’d have a good film, but what really makes it great is that you are drawn into the world of Zootopia with the rich cultivation of the relationship between Judy and Nick, coupled with the moments of laugh out loud comedy that break the tension, and ‘Try Anything’ by Gazelle, voiced by Shakira, is an ear-worm of a song that will have you dancing in your seat.

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The overall message of the movie comes across as positive and not preachy, because the story focuses on the changes you can make to the world around you to make it a better place rather than how to best cope in a world where you are always put down. And while you feel Judy’s lows you never feel ‘sorry’ for her, because she owns responsibility for her role in the scenarios she finds herself in and uses her determination and smarts to figure out how to make things better.

I’m really excited that Judy and Nick will be coming to the Magic Kingdom’s Move it! Shake it! Dance & Play it! Parade! The only thing better than a Meet & Greet, is the chance to shake a tailfeather with them!

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Zootopia is a wonderful movie for the whole family, and as soon as the credits started to scroll we all agreed that we wanted to see it again! While younger viewers will really enjoy the movie and its story, it can also serve as a conversation starter for introducing and addressing delicate issues in a relatable way.

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8 Zootopia Easter Eggs #ZootopiaEvent

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At the #ZootopiaEvent I had the chance to be a part of a roundtable interview with the film’s Co-Director Jared Bush, Producer Clark Spencer, and Screenplay Writer Phil Johnston to get a glimpse into the process of creating the story of Zootopia.

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Co-Writer Phil Johnston, Producer Clark Spencer and Co-Director/Co-Writer Jared Bush speak to press at the ZOOTOPIA Press Junket at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge in Orlando, Fl. Photo by Alex Kang. ©2016. Disney. All Rights Reserved.

 

Inevitably the discussion of Zootopia Easter Eggs came up, and having just seen a preview of the movie I was really excited to get the stories behind some of their favorite details.

An Easter egg is an intentional inside joke, hidden message, or feature in an interactive work such as a computer program, video game or DVD menu screen. The name has been said to evoke the idea of a traditional Easter egg hunt.

None of the Zootopia Easter Eggs I’m sharing are ‘story spoilers’, they are just really fun touches to the world of Zootopia!

8 Zootopia Easter Eggs

1. The Corner of Tujunga & Vine

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“If you look at when they,they arrive at the Rain Forest district, the sign says Vine and Tujunga, and Tujunga is the crappy warehouse that we had working in for the last two years. They moved us – they’re renovating our main Disney animation building, and they put us in a warehouse with a leaky roof…But it was such a, sort of a family building environment because you really kinda, okay, we’re all stuck next to the planes, and the trains, and the weird junkyard, and who knows what else.

So that’s my favorite because it’s one of those very specific things that people that worked in that building, it’s really something for them, that they all – and when we got to the premiere, everyone really liked that, that didn’t see it before.” – Jared Bush, Co-Director – Zootopia

I wanted to mention this Easter Egg first, because it really showed how much heart the cast and crew of Zootopia worked with on this project. How awesome is it that they have this memory to share with the world!

2. Who knew an Arctic Shrew could be a kingpin?

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This one walks the line between obvious and Easter Egg…but I’m counting it! You don’t want to mess with Mr. Big, because this Arctic Shrew might ice YOU!

3. Double the Weaselton  

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“And we’re like, and we have a weasel. Oh, well, we should call him, uh, Weasel. His last name is Weaselton, and then Jim Reardon’s like, it should be Duke Weaselton. It’s gonna be Duke Weaselton. And then we’d always been looking for what role could Alan play, and there was like, I think this- these things are all coming together. Let’s make that happen. And so it was kind of perfect.” – Jared Bush, Co-Director, Zootopia

Alan Tudyk is the voice of Duke of Weselton in Frozen, and I adore how he is back to voice Duke Weaselton to really drive the connection between the two characters similarity home!

4. Elephant Princesses

Zootopia Easter Egg Elephants in Frozen Costumes

“In the background, you’ll see little animation in the background characters or signage that is- we still discover that, and it’s entertaining as we’re going through it. So there’s even new stuff for us going through it, having seen it in different forms a thousand times.” – Jared Bush, Co-Director – Zootopia

Now while I cannot take credit for finding this Easter Egg, it is such a wonderful example of how much thought goes into creating the background of Zootopia!

5. Chief Bogo thinks you should Let it Go

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Do you think that this is some cartoon musical where your insipid dreams come true?

Well, Let it Go.

“Phil was working with us on Wreck-It Ralph and said, hey, Jennifer [Lee], do you wanna come out to LA and work on this project? So he kinda brought her out, so then to have Phil write a line that is back in there, that’s the true kind of inside – the audience is gonna enjoy it for the reference to Frozen, obviously, or hopefully they will.” Clark Spencer, Producer – Zootopia

There are quite a few Frozen zingers in Zootopia…and every single one of them made me laugh!

6. Sloth dreams do come true

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This is also one of my favorite Zootopia Easter Eggs!

Kristen Bell is a sloth fanatic, and her dreams came true as she plays Priscilla the Sloth at the DMV…Department of Mammal Vehicles.

7. Bootleg ‘Disney’ Movie Hustle

Seems like Duke Weaselton has QUITE the Bootleg Movie Hustle going on in Zootopia! He’s got the latest blockbuster movies available! Pig Hero 2, Wrangled, Wreck-It Rhino, Floaten 2, Giraffic, and Mewana…he’s got them all!!!

8. Is it a Jug-Band Christmas in Zootopia?

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If you haven’t seen Jim Henson’s Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas, well then you are missing one of the saddest and most beautiful Christmas Specials ever created. It is one of my absolute favorites, so you can imagine my excitement when a character named EMMET OTTER was introduced!!!

When Zootopia opens in theaters on March 4th, I can’t wait for you to experience these Easter Eggs and to find some that aren’t included because they were spoiler-ish.

I can’t wait to see Zootopia again to find even more!

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New SeaWorld Orlando Bands, Brew And BBQ Discount And Special Offer

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New SeaWorld Orlando Bands, Brew And BBQ Discount And Special Offer 

Now through March 6, in celebration of SeaWorld Orlando’s popular Bands, Brew & BBQ Festival, the park is offering a special discount of $20 off SeaWorld single-day tickets purchased in advance, and a FREE ice-cold 5-ounce craft brew served on tap alongside a warm sample of pretzel bites at SeaWorld Orlando. The discounted price for the single-day tickets is $79.

The offer also is available to active SeaWorld annual Pass Members who register online.  Beer and pretzel nuggets should be redeemed at Mama’s Pretzel Kitchen at the park.  Guests must be 21 years of age and a valid photo ID is required.  For more information about this special offer, guests can visit our website at SeaWorldOrlando.com or click here. 

SeaWorld Orlando Bands Brew BBQ

Each weekend now through March 6, guests can enjoy SeaWorld Orlando’s Bands, Brew & BBQ Festival, which features live concerts from top classic rock and country bands and artists, tasty BBQ and thirst-quenching beer. The event is included with regular park admission.

Scheduled performances include:

  • Saturday, February 27:  ALABAMA
  • Sunday, February 28: Foreigner
  • Saturday, March 5: Steve Miller Band
  • Sunday, March 6:  Daughtry

Event festivities begin at 12 p.m. each weekend, with concerts at 4 p.m.*

SeaWorld Orlando Bands Brew BBQ

Bands, Brew, BBQ Festival information:

This year, SeaWorld’s chef experts fire up the grill with a bold array of BBQ options beyond the ordinary.  From smoky and spicy to sweet and tangy, there are options for every craving, plus guests can match menu items with specific craft brews or a flight of wine. In addition to the signature acts and festivities, the event also will feature a secondary stage to showcase local bands, and a DJ spinning music for guests to show off their line dancing and boot scootin’ skills.Beyond the stage, guests can enjoy a Harley-Davidson Orlando display of motorcycles specifically for Bands, Brew and BBQ along with a collection of classic cars.  Returning this year, the patriotic-themed USO Family Garden will offer animal encounters, Explore Zones and a kid-friendly interactive host making this the perfect place to play for families with young guests. Kids of all ages are invited to enjoy this family-friendly area while they learn to line dance, meet animals and have fun all afternoon.

Bands, Brew & BBQ is included with regular park admission. Stay tuned for the latest event information at SeaWorldOrlando.com as well as SeaWorld’s Facebook and Instagram accounts. Join the conversation using #SeaWorld #BandsBrewBBQ.

*Event times, dates and talent are subject to change or cancellation without prior notice.

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