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Thu, 4 Feb 2010 12:06:22 -0800

Catch The Latest Trends Downtown

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 10:08:51 -0800

Guests visiting the Downtown Disney® District can experience the best in shopping, dining and entertainment, right in the heart of the Disneyland® Resort. In the past year, four new stores have opened that offer your Clients unique experiences that let them bring home something far beyond the usual vacation souvenirs.

• D Street is the destination for chic, offbeat, popular, vintage, kickback, fashionable and fun — all in one! Fusing urban art and Disney's creative flair, Guests will find stylish clothing, jewelry and merchandise from trend-setting designers.
• kitson kids, a fashion-first shopping spot, is a known favorite of celebrity moms & dads and trendsetters alike, featuring California-cool apparel, shoes and toys for babies, tots and “tweens” in a look that ends up in the magazines
• LittleMissMatched™ is on a mission to inspire creativity and individuality in girls of all ages. Their signature socks are sold in packs of three so Guests can mix it up, express themselves … and solve the age old problem of the disappearing sock, all at the same time. In their first retail storefront location, LittleMissMatched has expanded to include a full line of products for girls – pajamas to pencil pouches, books to backpacks, and wallets to water bottles.
• Studio Disney 365 is for anyone who’s ever wished they could try out the look of some of their favorite TV stars or pose for their very own photo shoot. From the moment they step into the Studio Disney 365 “sound stage” they’ll experience the lights, the cameras and a lot of action! Talent agents and stylists will help “stars of tomorrow” undergo a complete transformation getting camera-ready to walk the carpet and preparing for their grand entrance onto the set.

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A Re-Mastered Return

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 10:06:47 -0800

Guests now can celebrate the return of the most patriotic attraction at Disneyland® Park. Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln, a beloved attraction for nearly 45 years and a historic landmark in the development of Audio-Animatronics® technology, has reopened in the Main Street Opera House. With a new, stunningly lifelike Abraham Lincoln figure and an enriched presentation, the refreshed attraction combines the best elements of the original Disneyland Park 1965 show and the most advanced technical enhancements. (The show first opened at the 1964 New York World’s Fair.)

The new Lincoln figure represents several major milestones. The fully electric head – a first for human Disney Audio-Animatronics figures, which are traditionally hydraulically operated – is based on an all-new sculpt that is more lifelike than in previous versions of the show. Thanks to Imagineers, Lincoln is more realistic than ever before as he rises from his chair and speaks.

Upon entering the Main Street Opera House, Guests encounter a redesigned lobby, including a separate presentation of items relating to Abraham Lincoln’s life and work. In the auditorium, Guests will first view an onscreen program about Lincoln and the Civil War that features digitally enhanced versions of pictures and sound created for past versions of the show along with fresh material. Next, the state-of-the-art figure of the 16th President of the United States will take the stage to deliver a speech composed of highlights from speeches made by Lincoln during his lifetime. When the 15-minute show concludes, Guests exit through a gallery depicting notable Americans who have followed in Lincoln’s footsteps and continue to inspire others.

Some of the latest enhancements to the show include:
• New Audio-Animatronics technology gives Abraham Lincoln more emotion and vitality during his speech.
• New, specially commissioned artwork by animator John Pomeroy of “Pocahontas” is on display.
• Audiences hear the original audio voice narration that has been preserved and made sharper using digital technology.
• The narration includes passages never heard in past Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln presentations.

Utilizing advanced technology to present Lincoln’s words for a more innovative and inspirational journey, this re-opening provides a fresh take on the nostalgic presentation.

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A New Stage Spectacular

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 10:05:36 -0800

“Toy Story – The Musical” will take over Hyperion Theatre in Disney’s California Adventure® Park in early 2011. The characters and playful plot from the original Disney-Pixar film, “Toy Story,” will come to life in this dazzling, musical stage spectacular where Guests will be treated to a unique “toys’ eye view” of life in Andy’s room.

The stage show will feature larger-than-life set design, new songs, vivid projected backgrounds and elaborate costumes. The journey follows Buzz Lightyear and Woody as they transform from jealous adversaries to best friends with an unbreakable bond. The 50-minute musical preserves the humor and heart of the original film.

To make way for this exciting addition, “Aladdin – A Musical Spectacular” will close on Aug. 15, 2010. If your family is visiting the Disneyland® Resort, you won’t want to miss the chance to catch this great show before its exit.

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Kids Can Choose Their Own Adventure on Disney Cruise Line

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 10:03:32 -0800

Disney Cruise Line® is once again reinventing onboard children’s experiences. Through an entirely new approach to youth activities, kids can let their imaginations set sail by customizing their cruise vacation. More youth activities than ever before are available, and children choose experiences based on their interests, not their age.

Exciting new youth activities and dedicated children’s spaces are available now on the Disney Magic® and the Disney Wonder®, and are coming to the Disney Dream™ beginning with the ship’s maiden voyage in January 2011.

While Disney Cruise Line will continue to recommend activities that appeal to specific maturity levels and ages, the entire menu of offerings is open to every child. With this revolutionary approach to shipboard youth activities, children and parents choose programs based on the specific interests of each child to create a customized and very personalized experience. Best of all, children of different ages -- siblings, extended family and friends -- can participate in youth activities together throughout their cruise.

The majority of children’s events and free-time activities occur within dedicated youth spaces on the ship and on Castaway Cay. As always, Disney Cruise Line youth activities are supervised by specially trained, experienced counselors.

Specific program information is available to your family on the day of check-in at the Youth Activities registration desk located in the Disney Cruise Line terminal building prior to boarding, or onboard in Disney’s Oceaneer Club and Disney’s Oceaneer Lab.

With more than 100 activities, events and programs, and with all youth activities open to all ages, children have more choices than ever before on Disney Cruise Line.

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Port Adventures Are Distinctly Disney

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 10:01:59 -0800

Attend a royal ball in St. Petersburg, Russia, or embark on a treasure hunt in Sidi Bou Said, Tunis. Those are just two of the family-friendly Port Adventures awaiting your family when they set sail on a Disney Cruise Line® vacation during the 2010 European season.

Each Mediterranean and Northern European itinerary will include at least one tour that features distinctly Disney touches, beloved characters and rich storytelling to help bring local culture and customs to life.

For example, the majestic Catherine Palace provides the setting for an elaborate Royal Ball in St. Petersburg. Arriving by horse-drawn carriages, Disney princesses and princes will entertain your family in the gilded Grand Ballroom. Live musicians and royal courtiers resplendent in period costumes and powdered wigs add to the ambiance and lead the group in regal revelry.

Something for Everyone
 At many ports of call, at least one Port Adventure will bring youth counselors from the Disney Magic® ashore to join the tour and direct special activities for children. While kids are enjoying “mini adventures” designed just for them, adults can continue on with a more in-depth exploration of the destination.

During a tour of Florence, Italy, families experience city highlights together then divide into separate groups for their own style of fun. Children create their own traditional Italian fresco painting. Parents are free to explore the rest of the impressive Palazzo Vecchio and take a deeper dive into the masterpieces of this city.

Family Adventures
 Unique to Disney Cruise Line, one-of-kind family adventures will be offered at select ports of call. These immersive, interactive tours allow families to experience the sites and culture of the destination in a fun and entertaining way while spending quality time together.

In Sidi Bou Said, Tunis, families follow clues in a treasure hunt that brings to life the culture, sites, sounds and flavors of the city. Families also visit a traditional Tunisian house, listen to a local storyteller, receive a hand-painted henna tattoo, bargain with local merchants for a keepsake water vessel, sip freshly prepared mint tea and get their name written in Arabic as a souvenir.

Signature Collection
 These exclusive tours are customized for families who are seeking a deluxe experience ashore in intimate, upscale settings.

In Florence, Italy, the Tuscan Cooking School and Wine Tasting takes your family on a northern Italian culinary journey. An authentic Tuscan farmhouse is the venue where your Clients can learn how to create delectable Tuscan cuisine using fresh, local ingredients. An Italian chef provides one-on-one instruction and guides the hands-on participation. A sampling of wines bottled onsite provides the perfect pairing to the regional feast.

Disney Service
 All Port Adventures offer your family impeccable Disney service. Added touches such as more scheduled breaks, complimentary snacks and beverages, and fun port journals for kids are provided on all Disney Cruise Line Port Adventures.

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Dream Staterooms: Luxury and Pixie Dust

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 09:58:58 -0800

Bookings are now open for all 2011 sailings aboard the Disney Dream™, the newest ship in the Disney Cruise Line® fleet. Designed specifically with families in mind, staterooms on the new ship are luxurious, spacious and sprinkled with a little extra pixie dust.

Virtual Porthole
 The Disney Dream carries on the spirit of innovation with a cruise-industry first for all inside staterooms. Virtual Portholes offer a “window” to the world, thanks to high-definition cameras placed on the exterior of the ship. While watching the view, your Clients may glimpse a magical surprise: animated Characters like Mickey Mouse may pop by the Virtual Porthole!

Stateroom Features
• Nearly nine out of every 10 of the 1,250 staterooms on the Disney Dream are outside rooms. Of those, 90 percent have a private verandah.
• To accommodate larger families and groups traveling together, there are 500 connecting doors adjoining staterooms.
• The Disney Cruise Line signature bath-and-a-half design is featured in nearly every stateroom.
• For an added pinch of pixie dust, pull-down beds open to uncover a celestial scene overhead. Spanning the entire ceiling directly over the bed, original artwork depicts an enchanted tableau of Peter Pan, his fairy pal Tinker Bell and Wendy soaring through the night sky.
• Remarkable attention to every detail is evident in the elegant nautical theme with beautiful wood finishes, custom fabrics and carpets, stylish furnishings, original artwork, crown molding and genuine teak accents.
• First-class amenities in all staterooms include a 22-inch LCD flat screen TV on a swivel arm, iPod docking station, roomy closets, mini refrigerator, full-length mirror, mini safe, premium toiletries, plush bath towels, fine bed linens and feather duvets.

Suites
• The Disney Dream has 21 suites, each lavishly appointed and designed with upscale furnishings. Most suites can connect to another stateroom, creating an exceptionally spacious living area for larger groups and families.
• Each suite has two bathrooms designed with opulent granite and marble finishes. The master bathroom features a whirlpool bath tub, a rain shower, double sinks and a television built seamlessly into the mirror.
• Suites have a generous private verandah; walk-in closet; 42-inch, high-definition LCD TV; deluxe linens; feather duvets; and sublimely soft bath robes and slippers.

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Kids Fly Free to Disneyland is back

Wed, 2 Dec 2009 09:13:55 -0800

Take advantage of our best offer of the year—Kids Fly Free to the Disneyland Resort. Just purchase your complete vacation package by April 1, 2010, and travel between January 5, 2010, and April 29, 2010.

Kids Fly Free is available to Orange County, Los Angeles, Long Beach and San Diego airports. Space is limited so book today for best availability.

Here are the rules:

Valid for one child age 2-11 per adult 18 years or older. Blockout Dates: Feb. 18-19, 22, Mar. 19, 21, 26, 28, Apr. 2-5, 2010. Day/Time Availability: Off-peak fares available Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday. Fares higher on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.

Other Great Offers Include:

• Buy 3 Nights at one of the Hotels of the Disneyland® Resort and you'll get 2 more nights free.* Just book by April 1, 2010, and complete travel by May 4, 2010.

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