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Marc Anthony and Carlos Vives bring their UNIDO2 Tour to the Amway Center
Cardenas Marketing Network (CMN) announced the national tour, “UNIDO2,“ a spectacular musical experience with two of the most celebrated stars of Latin music, Marc Anthony and Carlos Vives. In their new tour Anthony and Vives will perform together in 13 U.S. markets where fans will be treated to the artists’ most popular hits. Anthony and Vives visit Orlando’s Amway Center on Thursday, October 1. Tickets go on sale Friday, April 17 at 10 a.m.
“For me it’s always a great pleasure to share the stage with my longtime friend, Carlos Vives, with whom I have collaborated with many times. It’s truly an honor. His energy and professionalism are truly contagious, so get ready, because we’re going to have an amazing time,” expressed Marc Anthony.
WHAT: MARC ANTHONY & CARLOS VIVES | UNIDO2 TOUR
WHEN: THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2015 | 8 P.M.
WHERE: AMWAY CENTER | ORLANDO, FLORIDA
ON SALE: FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 2015 | 10 A.M.
“Being in concert with Marc brings the music experience to a whole different level. The exchange of energy gives audiences a sense of intimacy and singing with Marc is always a fun and endearing experience,” said Carlos Vives.
Anthony is one of the most influential artists of his time and a true ambassador of Latin music and culture. He has sold over 12 million albums worldwide and has been recognized with countless standard gold and platinum certifications from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). In 2012, the six-time Grammy and Latin Grammy Award-winner launched the Maestro Cares Foundation, hosting a series of fundraisers throughout the year to benefit the non-profit organization and build orphanages in Latin America. His latest album, titled “Marc Anthony 3.0,” released July 23, 2013, received an American Music Award; a GrammyAward nomination; five Premios Lo Nuestro; two Premios Juventud; ten Billboard Latin Music Awards; three Billboard Awards; and a special recognition from the Univisión television network. His “Vivir Mi Vida” received the Latin Grammy® for Record of the Year. His world tour, “Vivir Mi Vida,” was included in Pollstar’s top-selling tours of 2013, it was extended to May 2014 by popular demand and received a Premio Juventud for Super Tour of the Year. In addition to his music and the highly credible acting résumé he has established, Anthony also has his own clothing and accessories line for Kohl’s and he is a minority owner of the Miami Dolphins.
Singer, composer, actor, businessman and Ambassador to UNICEF and USAID, Vives is one of Colombia’s most iconic artists and Latin music’s most important figures. With more than 30 million albums sold worldwide, he is considered a pioneer of Colombian pop music, trailblazing a path for international success by many other artists over the last decades. He was the first Colombian artist to ever win a Grammy Award and to date has won two Grammys and nine Latin Grammys.After a lengthy absence from the international music scene, Vives returned three years ago with two critically acclaimed and chart-topping albums, “Corazon Profundo” and “Mas + Corazon Profundo,” which have spawned five number one Billboard Latin song hits, including “Cuando Nos Volvamos Encontrar,” feating Marc Anthony, “Bailar Contigo,” “El Mar De Sus Ojos” and “Volvi a Nacer,” which became an anthem throughout Latin America and dominating radio charts in Mexico, Venezuela, Chile, Argentina, Ecuador, Peru, Central America and Colombia . Last year’s historic “Mas + Corazon Profundo Tour,” in Colombia became the country’s most successful concert tour ever with over 200,000 fans filling stadiums on five separate shows.
UNIDO2 Tour Ticket Information:
$66, $86, $105.50 & $156.
Buy tickets at amwaycenter.com, Chase Box Office at Amway Center, Ticketmaster retail locations, charge-by-phone at 800.745.3000 or at Ticketmaster.com. All dates, act(s) and ticket prices are subject to change without notice.
All tickets are subject to applicable taxes, service, handling and facility fee charges.
For Amway Center box office and ticket information, visit amwaycenter.com (phone purchases are not available through the Amway Center box office).
The Amway Center is located at 400 West Church Street and the box office is located on the north side of the Amway Center, near the intersection of Church Street and Hughey Avenue.
Why hello there TrenD! It has been a loooooooong time since my last TrenD report, and it is time to bring back ‘Shopping Tuesday’ to On the Go in MCO!
While parking during the construction of Disney Springs has improved greatly with the parking garage additions, the hike over to TrenD can be quite daunting. However I was glad that I ventured over for some window shopping, because I found some great new pieces.
Today I will be sharing my top ten picks from my latest visit to TrenD!
This Tinker Bell shirt is gorgeous in person! The colors are spot on trend and it is a great weight for springtime in Orlando.
This 3/4 sleeve Mickey and Minnie go to the beach t-shirt is super adorable. In the store the shirt is paired with some floral leggings, however I think it would be super cute with a pair of denim shorts for a cool spring night.
How cute is the embroidered detail of Minnie kissing Mickey’s nose? The 3/4 length shirt is lightweight, but not too thin that you would want to wear something underneath it. I also really like how the bottom of the shirt is scooped.
This vinyl satchel with a large Minnie Mouse bow is on the larger side, but it is a good bag for the parks this time of year because there is a lot of room for you to carry umbrellas and ponchos for rainy days.
This Ariel shirt is perfection, because it really captures her spirit! With sheer shoulders, this white shirt could easily be dressed up for a nicer dinner in the parks or at a resort.
I really love the bandana look that this Mickey Mouse t-shirt has. The shirt itself is on the thicker side, but the deep V neckline is really nice.
This sheer Mickey Mouse tied crop top is absolutely adorable. I wanted to include how it looked on the mannequin, because it looks much shorter and sheer on the hanger.
This Beauty and the Beast top at first looks familiar, but they really did a great job with the detailing on this top. It is a slightly silky material that handles the pleating and structural details nicely, and the neckline is a good shape.
This Snow White tank top is 80’s-tastic! I really enjoy how the graphic plays off of the lace detail on the bottom of the shirt.
While I have never considered wearing a hooded zip up vest, this Ariel one might change my mind. I think it would be great over a LBD or a 3/4 sleeve shirt on a chilly night. I also like her reflection in the water.
Guests can blast off to Star Wars Weekends with a special offer at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel
Join Disney’s Star Wars Weekends celebration w/ @SwanDolphin special rates starting at $185 per night, May 15-June 15 www.swandolphin.com/offers
The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel is offering guests the chance to enjoy the month-long Star Wars Weekends celebration at Disney’s Hollywood Studios with special rates starting at $185, May 15-June 15.
Guests staying at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin are within walking distance or short complimentary boat ride to all the festivities taking place at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Star Wars Weekends will be held every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, May 15-June 14. The 2015 event will feature Star Wars characters roaming the theme park for meet-and-greet opportunities, star conversations with Star Wars celebrities, a Star Wars motorcade through the park, interactive activities, exclusive merchandise and more.
In addition to staying within walking distance of Disney’s Hollywood Studios, guests at the Epcot Resort-area hotel will receive exclusive theme park benefits, such as complimentary transportation throughout Walt Disney World Resort, Disney FastPass+ service, which allows guests to reserve up to three select theme park experiences up to 60 days in advance of their visit, and the extended park hours benefit, which allows guests to spend extra time and enjoy select attractions in one of the four Walt Disney World Theme Parks each day.
For more details about savings at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel, visit www.swandolphin.com/offers. To make room reservations, call1-800-227-1500 and mention “STARWARS.” Rates start at $185 per night. Taxes, resort services fee and gratuities not included. Not valid with any other special offers, promotions, or for existing reservations or groups; offer is based on rate schedule availability.
Swan and Dolphin Hotels
About the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel
In the heart of the Walt Disney World Resort, the award-winning Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel resides amongst the greatest theme parks and attractions in Central Florida. The hotel is located between Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and nearby Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park and Magic Kingdom Park. Guests can discover 17 world-class restaurants and lounges, sophisticated guest rooms with Westin Heavenly Beds and the luxurious Mandara Spa. The hotel features five pools, two health clubs, tennis, nearby golf, complimentary transportation throughout the Walt Disney World Resort, the extended park hours benefit, where each day, one of the four Walt Disney World Theme Parks is open extra time for guests to enjoy select attractions (Valid Theme Park admission and Resort ID required) and Disney FastPass+ service, where guests can reserve up to 3 select theme park experiences up to 60 days in advance of their visit. The hotel can be reached at 800-227-1500, www.swandolphin.com or through Facebook at www.facebook.com/swananddolphin.
2015 Universal Orlando Rock the Universe Line-Up Announced
On September 11 and 12, Universal Orlando will host Florida’s biggest Christian music festival, Rock the Universe, and the details of this weekend of faith, fun, and concerts look amazing.
Let’s start with the concerts!
On Friday, mainstays of the Christian rock scene Switchfoot will take to the stage to perform their soul-stirring hits. Later that evening, Christian music giants Newsboys and Crowder will captivate the crowd with powerful hits of their own.
Photo: Universal Orlando
On Saturday, the riding, rocking and rejoicing continues with more of the genre’s biggest stars, including the Grammy award-winning Casting Crowns. Also performing on Saturday are international fan-favorites Jesus Culture and Planetshakers.
Photo: Universal Orlando
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
Switchfoot
Newsboys
Crowder
Kari Jobe
Kutless
Family Force 5
Capital Kings
All Things New
Aaron Gillespie Waves of Glory winner
Casting Crowns
Jesus Culture
Planetshakers
Tenth Avenue North
Building 429
Andy Mineo
NF
Nine Lashes
Rapture Ruckus
Shine Bright Baby Waves of Glory winner
With a Rock the Universe event ticket you will be able to enter Universal Studios Florida at 4pm. The event lasts from 4pm to 1am on both event nights (Friday, September 11 and Saturday, September 12).
During Rock the Universe, the following attractions will be open at Universal Studios Florida
TRANSFORMERS: The Ride-3D
Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit®
Revenge of the Mummy®
MEN IN BLACK™ Alien Attack™
Despicable Me Minion Mayhem
and more
During Rock the Universe, there will be inspirational guest speakers, a FanZone where you can get autographs, and experience a special candlelighting ceremony on Saturday night.
PLUS, you can be part of a special Sunday Morning Worship service held at the Park.
Orlando City SC U-12 Pro Academy Team Win IberCup USA over Atletico Madrid
Lions receive incredible development in largest youth tournament in the world
Orlando City SC (OCYS) youth tournament success continued on the world stage this past weekend, as the boy’s U-12 Pro Academy team claimed first place over Atletico Madrid at the world-renowned IberCup USA in Bradenton and Sarasota.
With over 350 teams from 50 nations, the IberCup is the largest and most international youth tournament in the world, boasting top teams such as Atletico Madrid, Manchester City, Benfica and Ajax.
The U-12s defeated Atletico Madrid’s U-12 Pro Academy side 1-0 after previously losing 2-0 to the Spanish club in their opening game of the tournament. The Lions advanced through a difficult playoff bracket, defeating teams from southern California and Texas, to make it to the championship match where they produced an inspiring performance against Madrid.
The OCYS U-10 boy’s team also advanced to the final, losing 2-1 to the Dallas Texans after competing against Manchester City’s top U-10 team in the group stages.
“To have the opportunity to have this level of competition only two hours away was fantastic for our kids,” said Orlando City Pro Academy head coach Craig Melton. “For us to play against different styles of play, combinations and tactics, was really good development for our players to get only two hours away from our hometown, rather than having to travel internationally.”
The only Major League Soccer (MLS) team in Florida, the Lions’ first team set the U.S. record for best start of any professional soccer club in its first 100 league matches (66-12-22). Orlando City has won three USL PRO regular season titles and two postseason championships. Outside of the first squad, OCSC also has a youth club, Orlando City Youth Soccer (OCYS) and a U-23 team that participates in the PDL. For more information on the pro and youth clubs, visit www.OrlandoCitySC.com and www.OrlandoCityYouth.org.
Give Kids The World Village’s Black & White Gala Highlights Orlando Social Calendar
Annual event attracts thousands to Central Florida, including celebrities
Give Kids The World Village’s (GKTW) annual Black & White Gala will feature gourmet food, world-class entertainment and best of all, the chance for attendees to help children with life-threatening illnesses. Scheduled for Saturday, May 9 at the Hyatt Regency Orlando, the event has become one of Central Florida’s most popular social events on the calendar, directly helping make more than 7,400 wishes come true every year.
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In addition to a fabulous evening of food and entertainment, a silent auction will be included featuring vacation packages, artwork, sporting event experiences and much more. Attendees will be able to bid on items using smart phones or tablets, making it easier to participate in the auction process.
“Gala is our biggest fundraiser of the year, but it also is a time for us to pause and say thank you to so many friends, supporters and partners who make this great organization so wonderful,” said Pamela Landwirth, President of GKTW Village. “Hopefully, we will have an opportunity to welcome new individual and corporate friends to this year’s Gala so we can continue to make our Village a place where happiness inspires hope.”
For more information about Give Kids The World Village and its Black & White Gala, visit http://www.gktw.org/gala.
A Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic causeway ticket offers guests unlimited tastings at more than 40 stations featuring culinary selections from the hotel’s award-winning restaurants and wine from more than 30 wineries amidst a festive backdrop of live entertainment on the hotel’s scenic causeway. Upgraded ticket options allow guests to enjoy access to a beer garden featuring a wide selection of craft beers and Oktoberfest-inspired cuisine. The event also includes hands-on experiences with the hotel’s chefs and certified beverage experts in a variety of food and beverage seminars.
Several overnight and multiple-night package options are available for the sixth-annual Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic and can be booked by phone at 1-888-828-8850:
Package One, starting at $359, includes overnight accommodations and tickets to the outdoor festival for two
Package Two, starting at $385, includes overnight accommodations, tickets to the outdoor festival and upgraded beer garden access for two
Package Three, starting at $435, includes overnight accommodations, tickets to the outdoor festival, upgraded beer garden access and an interactive seminar experience for two
Individual ticket options are also available for the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic and can be purchased at www.SwanDolphinFoodandWineClassic.com (pricing is inclusive of tax and service fees):
Advance-purchase, event-only tickets to enjoy unlimited tastings on the causeway are $105 per person
Upgraded tickets, including unlimited tastings on the causeway and access to the beer garden, are $125 per person
Beverage seminars are $45 per person, per class with the purchase of a causeway ticket
Pasta making, sushi and sake, and cheese seminars are $60 per person, per class with the purchase of a causeway ticket
About the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel
In the heart of the Walt Disney World Resort, the award-winning Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel resides amongst the greatest theme parks and attractions in Central Florida. The hotel is located between Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and nearbyDisney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park and Magic Kingdom Park. Guests can discover 17 world-class restaurants and lounges, sophisticated guest rooms with Westin Heavenly Beds and the luxurious Mandara Spa. The hotel features five pools, two health clubs, tennis, nearby golf, complimentary transportation throughout the Walt Disney World Resort, the extended park hours benefit, where each day, one of the four Walt Disney World Theme Parks is open extra time for guests to enjoy select attractions (Valid Theme Park admission and Resort ID required) and Disney FastPass+ service, where guests can reserve up to 3 select theme park experiences up to 60 days in advance of their visit. The hotel can be reached at 800-227-1500, www.swandolphin.com or through Facebook at www.facebook.com/swananddolphin.
Share your vision of the future with Disney’s Create Tomorrowland – XPRIZE Challenge
Nationwide challenge asks 8 to 17 year olds to imagine world-changing technology of the future
Inspired by the upcoming Disney movie “Tomorrowland,” The Walt Disney Studios, Disney Citizenship, and XPRIZE announce a nationwide challenge for young innovators.
Beginning April 22, 2015, Disney’s Create Tomorrowland – XPRIZE Challenge invites kids to imagine themselves in the future and report back to the present through video, imagery or stories about one new and amazing invention or innovation they encounter, how it works, and the impact it has on the future.
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In June, six winners will have a once–in-a-lifetime mentorship experience with a leader in their area of interest. In addition, each winner will receive a $3,000 check, a 3D Printer from 3D Systems, and registration for FIRST® LEGO® League for the competition season 2015-2016 in the U.S.
“‘Tomorrowland’ has always been a place of possibility in our parks and for the creative team behind our new film,” said Sean Bailey, President, Walt Disney Studios Motion Picture Production. “The future will be steered by the imaginations of our young people, and Disney is thrilled to work with XPRIZE to encourage and inspire the next generation of thinkers and dreamers to build the future they imagine is possible.”
“We are excited to launch the Create Tomorrowland XPRIZE Challenge, which gives young people a platform to voice and depict their creative, bold and imaginative problem-solving inventions of the future,” said Trish Halamandaris, Senior Vice President Marketing & Communications at XPRIZE. “At XPRIZE we believe that solutions to the problems facing humanity can come from anyone, anywhere and one of these young innovators just might come up with an idea that can truly turn Tomorrowland into reality.”
Participants will compete in two divisions: Junior Division (8-12 years old), and Senior Division (13–17 years old). All entrants must have prior consent from their parent or legal guardian in order to participate in the challenge. Official Rules and details about the Challenge are available at http://XPRIZEchallenge.org/CreateTomorrowland. Official registration and submission period starts April 22, 2015, and runs through May 17, 2015.
Submissions will be judged on innovation, creativity and presentation. XPRIZE will provide a panel of judges who will evaluate and score all submissions, and six (6) winners will be chosen.
Supporting XPRIZE Partners include FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology), 3D Systems and the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
About XPRIZE
Founded in 1995, XPRIZE is the leading organization solving the world’s Grand Challenges by creating and managing large-scale, high-profile, incentivized prizes in five areas: Learning; Exploration; Energy & Environment; Global Development; and Life Sciences. Active prizes include the $30M Google Lunar XPRIZE, the $15M Global Learning XPRIZE, the $10M Qualcomm Tricorder XPRIZE and the $2M Wendy Schmidt Ocean Health XPRIZE. For more information, visit www.xprize.org.
About Disney’s “Tomorrowland”
From Disney comes two-time Oscar® winner Brad Bird’s “Tomorrowland,” a riveting mystery adventure starring Academy Award® winner George Clooney. Bound by a shared destiny, former boy-genius Frank (Clooney), jaded by disillusionment, and Casey (Britt Robertson), a bright, optimistic teen bursting with scientific curiosity, embark on a danger-filled mission to unearth the secrets of an enigmatic place somewhere in time and space known only as “Tomorrowland.” What they must do there changes the world—and them—forever.
Featuring a screenplay by “Lost” writer and co-creator Damon Lindelof and Brad Bird, from a story by Lindelof & Bird & Jeff Jensen, “Tomorrowland” promises to take audiences on a thrill ride of nonstop adventures through new dimensions that have only been dreamed of.
The film also stars Hugh Laurie as brilliant scientist David Nix, Raffey Cassidy, Tim McGraw, Kathryn Hahn, Keegan-Michael Key and Thomas Robinson.
“Tomorrowland” is produced by Damon Lindelof, Brad Bird and Jeffrey Chernov and directed by Brad Bird, with John Walker, Bernard Bellew, Jeff Jensen and Brigham Taylor serving as executive producers. “Tomorrowland” opens in U.S. theaters on May 22, 2015.
Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows: A Visit to a Lake View Deluxe Studio
Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows officially opens today featuring 360 Deluxe Studio accommodations (opening in phases through summer 2015) and 20 over-the-water Bungalows.
“This is truly a stunning addition to the Disney Vacation Club portfolio,” said Ken Potrock, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Disney Vacation Club. “Research has told us that Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is one of our most beloved Walt Disney World Resort hotels. As a result, we integrated a new Disney Vacation Club resort that stays true to the original character of this spectacular and iconic property.”
To continue our week-long look at the newest additions to Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows, today we are taking a look at a Lake View Deluxe Studio in the Moorea Building.
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The first thing that strikes me as I entered the longhouse hallway, is the vibrant color scheme!
Moorea hallway
I love the reds, oranges, and yellows that they used in the carpet, but I am obsessed with the Tiki sconces!
For the first time in Disney Vacation Club history, Deluxe Studio Villas at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows are able to connect to each other, based on availability.
The Deluxe Studio Villas sleep up to five guests, and are a really room 447 square feet.
There are tons of drawers offering a great amount of storage, as well as an open frame for luggage storage under the beds.
Deluxe Studios Villas feature one queen-size bed, one queen-size sleeper sofa, one pull-down bunk-bed.
There is also one bathroom separated into two areas – one with the shower and sink, the other with the toilet and a tub/shower combination.
Deluxe Studio villas also include a flat-panel TV and private porch or balcony.
The Kitchenette has a wet bar, small refrigerator, microwave, toaster, and coffee maker.
I seriously cannot get over how many wonderful details there are in the Deluxe Studios Villas at Disney’s Polynesian Villas and Bungalows!
We are going to continue sharing tons of pictures and even more information about Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows, so make sure you keep up with the fun by following us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
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Many thanks to Morgan Crutchfield for the additional pictures for this post!!!
All this week we are going to be posting about the new offerings at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and the Disney Vacation Club additions called Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows.
Since Betsy shared her visit to Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto, I thought I would share a brief introduction to what you will find when visiting Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows.
E Komo Mai to Disney Vacation Club at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows
Here are some quick facts about what you can expect to find when visiting Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows:
At Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows, Disney Vacation Club Members and Guests can choose between two different room categories: Deluxe Studio Villas (sleeps up to five) and Bora Bora Bungalows (sleep up to eight).
Upon completion of all construction phases, Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows will feature 380 vacation homes – 360 Deluxe Studios villas (the largest number of their kind at Walt Disney World Resort) and 20 Bora Bora Bungalows.
For the first time in Disney Vacation Club history, Deluxe Studio villas at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows are able to connect to each other, based on availability.
Hidden Mickeys in the carpet of the longhouses, as well as artwork inspired by Polynesian nature, including birds, floral, and a feature art piece based on the Jungle Cruise attraction.
Villa countertops and tiles are inspired by volcanic rock, with colorful accent tiles in the bathroom walls inspired by Mary Blair, the same visionary who created the look and feel of the It’s a Small World attraction.
Members and Guests watching the fireworks over Magic Kingdom Park from the deck of their Bora Bora Bungalow can enjoy listening to the accompanying music through their personal sound system.
Later today I will be touring and sharing tons of pictures and even more information about Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows, so make sure you keep up with my adventures by following us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
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Your kids’ best LEGO Friends, Emma, Stephanie, Olivia, Andrea and Mia, are coming for a permanent sleepover at the new LEGOLAND Hotel.
Each of the themed rooms has a treasure chest filled with secret goodies, a separate kids’ sleeping area (no parents allowed), and lots of awesome LEGO models.
LEGO Friends Room Include:
King bed in the adult sleeping area and sofa sleeper
2 high-definition flat panel TVs
Welcome Treasure Hunt with LEGO prize
Kids’ own sleeping area with bunk bed, pull out trundle bed and entertainment unit (sleeps up to 3 kids)
LEGO brick to build with during your stay
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Coffee maker
Vanity/work station
Wi-fi access
Hairdryer
Complimentary toiletries
In-room safe
The LEGO Friends fun doesn’t end there! This summer, Heartlake City is coming to LEGOLAND Florida! The new land includes a ride themed to Mia’s love of horses: Mia’s Riding Adventure, plus our new interactive show ‘Friends to the Rescue’, Stephanie’s News Room and shops inside Heartlake Mall. This is going to be the best summer ever!
“When it opens in summer of 2015, Heartlake City will be a colorful and vibrant new land offering adventures for all ages,” said Jones. “The centerpieces will include a fantastic horse-themed disc coaster called Mia’s Riding Adventure and an interactive show, ‘Friends to the Rescue’ as well as new shops inside Heartlake Mall.”
You can find TONS of information about the LEGOLAND Hotel at LEGOLAND Resort opening May 15th here!
In honor of National Puppy Day this week I wanted to share that Disney’s Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Minnie’s Pet Salon will be releasing on DVD May 19th!
Minnie’s sparkling new Pet Salon is open for business…and adventure!
All your Clubhouse pals are bringing their animal friends to get spruced up for Pluto’s All-Star Pet Show.With so many pets to bathe, groom and train, Minnie needs help.Luckily, Mickey and the gang are there to lend a hand.But when three adorable little kittens go missing, it will take the right Mouseketools – and help from YOU– to find them in time for the big show.With over two hours of song-filled pet-themed fun, including 4 additional episodes, Minnie’s Pet Salon is the “purr-fect” gift.
You can bring the fun of Minnie’s Pet Salon home and get your pet all spruced up for Pluto’s All-Star Pet Show with a FREE Exclusive Pet Comb that’s included with the DVD!
D23 Announces Upcoming Events for Disney Fans in Orlando
Special screenings, a member-exclusive shopping opportunity with Mickey’s of Glendale, and a new Sip and Stroll add to the official Disney Fan Club’s roster of Coast-to-Coast Events.
Yesterday the D23: The Official Disney Fan Club announced that they would be bringing additional special member events to the Orlando area, and I couldn’t be more excited!
On the heels of a D23 Member-exclusive screening of Walt Disney Studios’ live-action Cinderella, the fan club is slated to bring more magic to the Walt Disney World Resort area throughout the rest of the year, including—for the first time—intimate events celebrating classic Disney films similar to what members enjoy at The Walt Disney Studios lot with guest speakers, screenings, and other surprises.
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It is really great to see D23 bringing some of the great events that they hold in California to our coast, as well as seeing them update the Sip and Stroll Event!
Here is a closer look at the Events that will be coming to Orlando for 2015!
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WAKING UP WITH SLEEPING BEAUTY: On the morning of Saturday, April 18, D23 Gold and Silver Members will be able to enjoy this animated classic on the big screen. Special guest, animator and Walt Disney World Creative Designer Lon Smart, will explore the film’s numerous landmark achievements including its unique artistic style and groundbreaking visual effects. Plus, all members will receive a special journal designed to look like the ornate storybook at the beginning of the film.
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MICKEY’S OF GLENDALE ORLANDO SHOPPING EVENTS: The Walt Disney Imagineering store is opening up a pop-up shop for D23 Gold and Silver Members. On Saturday, June 6, guests will be able to peruse and purchase signature items from the store’s unique collection. And on Saturday, November 14, members will be able to pick up some key holiday gift items for the Disney fans in their lives—and for themselves.
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LET’S GET TOGETHER WITH THE PARENT TRAP: Celebrate this beloved film—starring Hayley Mills in dual roles—with D23 as we present the 1961 hit on the big screen Saturday, June 6. D23’s Steven Vagnini will present a look at the making of the movie with rarely seen photographs and imagery. All attendees will receive a special gift. Plus, guests who attend the screening will receive priority admission on that day to D23’s shopping event with Mickey’s of Glendale.
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SIP AND STROLL: D23 brings a new twist to a fan favorite, as members gather in celebration of the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival on Saturday, October 3. Attendees will enjoy a continental breakfast, guest speakers, and an insider look at this annual event, now in its 20th year, before sipping and strolling around World Showcase—with some delectable surprises.
D23 Orlando, FL Fan Events Calendar (all events and dates are subject to change):
April 18: Waking Up with Sleeping Beauty—AMC Downtown Disney 24, Lake Buena Vista, Fla.
June 6: Let’s Get Together With The Parent Trap—AMC Downtown Disney 24, Lake Buena Vista, Fla.
June 6: Mickey’s of Glendale Orlando Shopping Event—Location TBA, Walt Disney World Resort
October 3: Sip and Stroll—Epcot, Walt Disney World Resort, Fla.
November 14: Mickey’s of Glendale Orlando Shopping Event—Location TBA, Walt Disney World Resort
About D23
The name “D23” pays homage to the exciting journey that began in 1923 when Walt Disney opened his fledgling studio in Hollywood. D23 is the first official club for fans in Disney’s 90-plus-year history. D23 gives its members a greater connection to the entire world of Disney by placing them in the middle of the magic through its quarterly publication,Disney twenty-three; a rich website at D23.com with members-only content; member-exclusive discounts; and special events for D23 Members throughout the year.
Fans can join D23 at Gold Membership ($74.99) and General Membership (complimentary) levels at D23.com and at DisneyStore.com/D23. To keep up with all the latest D23 news and events, follow DisneyD23 on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, and YouTube.
This Tinker Bell shirt is gorgeous in person! The colors are spot on trend and it is a great weight for springtime in Orlando.
