We spotted Sophia The First at Disney’s Hollywood Studios!
Thanks to ThemeParkConcierges.com for the on-scene photo!
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Disney Parks Podcast Show #59 – Tips for having the BEST Character Meet and Greets
Published August 1, 2013 by Disneyways.com
On Episode 59 of the Disney Parks Podcast we talk to Kenny the Pirate and learn:
- The BEST places to see characters
- What to say and do with the characters when you meet them
- MANY creative ways to collect character autographs and memories
- The secret to meeting all your favorite characters without waiting in line
- The secret word that will save you 10% off Kenny’s Character Locator App!
- Kenny’s story about winning the Disney Dream job
- How Kenny keeps all of his character information up to date — and SO MUCH MORE!
CLICK HERE TO LISTEN!
Disney Inspired Accessories that Do Double Duty – with a Discount!
Published June 5, 2013 by Disneyways.comHere at Disneyways our mission includes introducing you to only the finest Disney related products and services. Just as a reminder, I do not receive any commission from the sales of these items, so you know my recommendations come truly from the heart.
Today we have some exciting things to show you! These fun items are great for your days at the Disney parks – but – as I was looking at my friend Amanda’s MCDesigns store – I noticed many of these items could really brighten up your day at work as well. Disney inspired accessories that do double duty. Now how can you wrong with that?
Anyone could write a thank you note or sign a co-workers birthday card and smile – if they are using this bright and colorful pen. It also doubles as a great autograph pen for your next trip to the parks, or even marking down your dining reservation numbers!
Ladies! This next one is for you. Getting ready for casual Friday at work might be just a little more fun if you accessorize your hair with one of these!
They come in different colors AND for those fun evenings you are in the Disney parks after dark…these little Mickeys actually glow!!
I can not WAIT to order one of these for myself – how about you?
Hey and if you are tired of the same old lunch routine at work – why not pack your lunch in this festive bag?
It’s sure to make your work day just a little more magical. This bag does double duty as a tote for sunscreen or other essentials on your next Disney cruise! Amanda can customize these for you in an endless amount of designs – so be sure and let her know if you are looking for something special for yourself or as a gift!
Right now as a bonus – MC Designs is having a special for Disneyways readers! All you do is type in the coupon code DISNEYWAYS at checkout and you will get 10% off your entire purchase!! Check out the store and please let me know what some of your favorite items are – I’d love to hear from you!
Everything featured on Disneyways is very special and impossible to find in stores. That is just another reason why I am committed to bringing them to you. Your Disney inspired items will stand out from the crowd because they are completely unique and original! When your friends and family ask where you got them – I hope you will remember that you heard about them on Disneyways.com.
Still Don’t Fully Understand MagicBands and My Magic+? This video is for YOU!
Published June 2, 2013 by Disneyways.comI want to thank Tony from DisneyByTheNumbers.com for sending me this link today! It was so awesome I thought it worthy of a blog post for you!!
The best part is a few minutes in. Edna “E” Mode (one of the minor characters in The Incredibles) – helps us fully understand what all the fuss over Magic Band and My Magic+.
Maybe it’s just because I like cartoons, but this is the most informative and complete explanation I have ever seen in one place. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!
Click HERE to see the video!
World Secrets: What’s with the Big Green Dino at Hollywood Studios?
Published May 18, 2013 by Disneyways.comShe’s a lean, not so mean, ice cream serving machine!
Perhaps you’ve noticed her on the shore of Echo Lake at Hollywood Studios – keeping her girlish figure by perpetually chewing on some grass. Is this dinosaur some old Disney character forgotten by everyone? Nope, she was a creation of someone else actually. Get ready to impress your friends and family with all that you know about Gertie.
Gertie the Dinosaur was the star of an animated film of the same name. Created by Winsor McCay, and released in 1914, Gertie was was credited as being one of the first animated characters with lifelike movements. She was pretty cutting edge for her time – and it took no less than 10,000 hand drawn cells bring her to life. (Winsor must have had strong hands!)
Gertie the Disnosaur’s movie was promoted as the “Greatest Animal Act in the World”, and included tag-lines like “Gertie: she’s a scream.”
In 1989, Walt Disney Imagineers honored Gertie and the role she has played in the history of animated film by constructing her in an over-sized tribute. Of course you will find her at Hollywood Studios – a theme park that serves as the ultimate tribute to movie history.
Disney picked up on the tag line of Gertie being a “scream” and because of that, her entire form and belly was re-created to be the perfect place to serve up ice cream to guests. I scream, you scream, we all scream for (Gertie’s) ice cream…you get the picture.
Gertie in the form of an ice cream shop also pays tribute to the architectural style known as “California Crazy”, which was popular in the 1930’s and was designed to attract the attention of potential customers in a uniquely “BIG” way.
Here’s another secret: the lake and fountain location for Gertie is rumored to be deliberate as well, because one of her tricks in the animated films was to drink an entire lake and then spit it all out! If you have an extra 6 minutes – check out Gertie in her film debut below!
Every single day, on the shore of Echo Lake inside Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you can see Gertie in all her 1930’s “California Crazy” architectural goodness. I think you will find her to be very photogenic. Unfortunately, she is only open seasonally for the business of selling ice cream and treats. Catching her on one of these days can be tricky. Occasionally we get access to inside information about her hours of operation. Contact me if you need to know about specific dates, and I will do my best to get you the info!
Have a magical day!
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Disney Parks Podcast Episode 44! Lots and Lots of Disney News!
Published May 10, 2013 by Disneyways.comPlease click here to read more about our relationship with the Disney Parks Podcast and all the different ways to listen in!
This episode was recorded on the heels of all the major announcements for the this summer!
Disney Parks are bursting with a Monstrous lineup of unforgettable thrills and entertainment, so you’ll want to listen in and get to get up to date.
Just click on the photo below to be taken to a direct link to connect from your PC.
As always, I want to thank the fabulous teams at WDWParkHoppers.com and DisneyByTheNumbers.com! We are so honored to be a part of the show.
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Disney Parks Podcast Show #43 – Disney News Reviews and The Top 5 Disney Songs
Published May 8, 2013 by Disneyways.comPlease click here to read more about our relationship with the Disney Parks Podcast and all the different ways to listen in!
Episode #43 has been uploaded! During this episode, you will hear me mention the contest Julie’s Contest. That contest has already completed and you can see the contest results here.
Thank you Julie for your amazing generosity in sending every single person who entered their requested piece of jewelry.
Check out the winning stories here.
Even though the contest is over – you can still shop with Julie at a discount by using the keyword Disneyways at checkout.
Tony mentions a podcast where we got updates on Polynesian Resort rumors from the Tikiman. Please check out the WDW News Today podcast featuring the Tikiman here.
Click here for a direct link to check out episode #43 of Disney Parks Podcast from your computer, and thanks in advance for tuning in!
As always, I want to thank the fabulous teams at WDWParkHoppers.com and DisneyByTheNumbers.com! We are so honored to be a part of the show.
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Monthly Disneyways Subscriber Drawing – May 2013
Published May 7, 2013 by Disneyways.comUPDATE: Congratulations Jody F. From Albuquerque New Mexico! When I emailed her to let her know she won she said,
“Wooohooo! How very exciting! Disney everything makes me happy! I just love your Disneyways! Thanks so much for your notice.” ~Jody
Thanks Jody for subscribing – we appreciate you!
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Yahoo!! It is time once again for the monthly Disneyways subscriber drawing! All you have to do to be entered is subscribe to get your Disneyways updates by email. Everyone who has ever subscribed is automatically entered every single month for our various prizes. Winner will be chosen at random and notified by email on May 8, 2013 – and will have 3 days to respond with their mailing address.
Our winner this month will receive:
An Art of Animation Resort Pop-up
A Disney Dogs compactable throwing disk with case
A Disney Parks Blog wristband
A Prada Perfume sample from Epcot
A Disney wild about safety fun book
A Beautifully Disney pamphlet…and a few other surprises not pictured here!
Here is the AOA Pop-up on the inside
Good luck and thanks for subscribing to Disneyways!!
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4 Quick Tips for Capturing Great Photos with Disney Characters
Published April 29, 2013 by Disneyways.comWhether you have kids with you or not, taking photos with the the characters is always a lot of fun. Photopass cast members are always there to help when you are in the parks – which is a great service. But what if you want to take some of your own photos so you can break-in your new camera? Or, maybe you just want to enjoy all the credit and satisfaction of knowing YOU got that perfect shot?
Here are four quick tips to help you capture some of those character memories like a pro.
4. Take your time
Disney characters are pretty popular. Even if you’ve been in line for a while, once you get to the front, try to slow down and take your time. Out of all your Disney souvenirs – your photos will most likely be enjoyed the longest. It’s ok to take a few extra moments to get the shot you want. You will be so glad you did.
3- Figure out your correct camera settings on the guest in front of you
It can be a little nerve wracking tying to adjust your camera settings when you are on the spot. You may want to practice with some test shots of the character sharing time with the person who is in line before you. If you are in a long line – that just means you have plenty of time to ask that guest (or their parents) for their permission first. Then you don’t have to feel weird about it. When you see the finished product it will all be worth it!
2.Try out different camera angles
To give some variety in your pictures get a few from different angles. Get down on the child’s level for instance, hold the camera sideways, that sort of thing.
1. If all else fails, you can always try to fix the picture in editing
Sometimes you can be so prepared and know exactly what you’re doing but you still end up with a picture you don’t love. When this happens, give yourself permission to play around with it in the editing process! Try it in black and white or use some other cool effects! After all, Walt himself got some of his best images in black in white!
What are some of your favorite ways to capture character memories? Please leave your thoughts in the comments below.
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Interview questions for AJ!
Published April 29, 2013 by Disneyways.com
Photo property of DisneyFoodBlog.com
***Update April 28, 2013** We have reached our limit on questions. Thanks so much for sending them in!***
Most Disney fans are aware of the fabulous Disney Food Blog. Head author and creator AJ Wolfe and her team are a WONDERFUL source of information and photos – and we love linking back to them here at Disneyways. You may have noticed, we do it quite often!
AJ has released a fantastic new ebook that the whole world needs to know about, so I have asked her to share more about it here on Disneyways.
She has kindly agreed!
Am I star-struck? Um, YEAH! Just a bit.
I thought about it – and in doing my best Barbara Walters impression I realized – I don’t want to ask her the same questions everyone else does.
I want to ask her YOUR questions.
So what do you want to know about the Disney Food Blog Mini-Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks? Over the next 24 hours I would like to collect your questions! So don’t delay – and leave them in the form below!
If your question is chosen, your first name, last initial and hometown will be posted here on Disneyways.
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