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Starbucks at Disney! Oh the UPROAR!

Posted in EVERYTHING DISNEY with tags , on July 17, 2013 by disneychronicles

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Many fans were upset about the possibility of losing the quaint Main Street Bakery to a modern-day Starbucks. This became a main focus on many blogs and face book pages! Disney quickly let them know the name would still be the Main Street Bakery and that the look of the store would remain themed in the appropriate era with the Main Street surroundings.

I personally think they have accomplished this.

Another main concern that I saw come up is commercialism…It doesn’t belong at Disney World, I think they seem to have forgotten that sponsors have been a part of the theme parks almost since the beginning. So is this really something new?

Being a Major Disney and Starbucks fan this really couldn’t have made me happier! Sometimes you just really need a GOOD cup of Coffee! ok, so I may be a bit biased here!

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Upon walking up to the shop, you’ll see both the familiar and the new.

Starbucks coffee bean bags have joined the standard window display now.

Employees are trading in the modern Starbucks barista garb to the traditional Main Street uniforms. Even the sign at the front of the store is the more retro depiction of the twin-tailed siren that Starbucks originally featured.

Over the years Starbucks has changed its twin-tailed mermaid logo a few times, the original brown version used from 1971-1987, followed by a few revisions of the more streamlined siren.

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Ultimately, all six of Disney’s United States theme parks will contain Starbucks locations.

So in conclusion I have come to the outcome of full acceptance on this one!

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Basin White at the Grand Floridian

Posted in EVERYTHING DISNEY with tags , on July 6, 2013 by disneychronicles

Bath Bombs, Clay Soap, and Soy Candles? how can you just walk by?!

The scent itself will draw you in.

The decor here is very clean and mostly white with tile backsplashes for the handwash sinks, and even a tiny clawfoot tub in which Bath Bomb demonstrations are given.

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Yes, I’m a sucker for pretty smelly bath products 🙂 but I have to admit I have past this many times….

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Well this time I stopped in! Sampled a few and left with a soy candle that my boys made!

Which I truly enjoy every time I light it at home and YES,

It makes me think of the Grand Floridian…

(Great Marketing, I tell you!)

 

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Basin White at Disney World  
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa 
Store Hours:
Sun – Sat 10:00AM – 10:00PM est.

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My Magic + ….. what is that you say?

Posted in EVERYTHING DISNEY with tags , , on April 3, 2013 by disneychronicles

Yes, Disney is going high tech!….If ONLY they could get that wi-fi to work a bit better in the parks 😀

TAKING THE DISNEY GUEST EXPERIENCE TO THE NEXT LEVEL: 

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These have been popping up at the parks and are in a “soft” opening and being used sporadically. I am curious to see how well it will all work once it is completed.

Quoted directly from Disney…..

The goal of MyMagic+ is to make it easier for Guests to create the Disney experience they’ve been dreaming of — from securing a visit to a favorite attraction in advance … to a digital guide that simplifies how they move through the Walt Disney World Resort hotels and Theme Parks … to the touch of a MagicBand that seamlessly connects all their plans — allowing them to enjoy each moment like never before. 

Here’s a look at some of the key features of MyMagic+. We’ll be sharing more information as these become available to your Guests over the coming year. 

My Disney Experience 

Disney FastPass+ 

MagicBand 

My Disney Experience (website and app) will simplify the online experience for our Guests, making it easy for them to plan their Walt Disney World experience in advance and navigate the Parks during their stay. 

Disney’s FASTPASS Service has always been a great way for Guests to save their place in line. Now we’re taking this service to the next level with Disney FastPass+, which allows Guests to reserve Disney FastPass+ selections before they even leave home, enabling them to lock in the “must do” experiences at the Parks. The system is also flexible, allowing Guests to change their plans throughout their trip. 

The MagicBand will become Guests’ key to the world. Touch to enter. Touch to pay. The MagicBand makes it that simple. 

Description

All-in-one connection to: Room Key 

Theme Park Tickets/Entry 

Disney FastPass+ Service 

Disney PhotoPass+ Media 

Touch to Pay Functionality (Food and Merchandise) 

MagicBand is fun and easy to use and a colorful keepsake 

Guests staying in a hotel that is not located within the Walt Disney World Resort will be issued a special RF card instead of the MagicBand 

Mobile app gives them access to current attraction wait times, allows them to update plans, provides helpful navigation, and offers tips and suggestions on things to do based on proximity 

One place to keep all their plans and preferences. They can plan as much or as little as they prefer, allowing for spontaneity and changes in plans throughout their trip 

Ability to connect and share their itinerary with family and friends online 

Easy to select their “must do” experiences from home and update on the go, such as reserving Disney FastPass+ times in advance 

For the first time ever Guests can select multiple Disney FastPass+ selections for each day of their trip online before leaving home … and they can update selections on the go 

Choose their favorite experiences or get started with FastPicks, a feature that automatically makes Disney FastPass+ selection for each Guest, based on their preferences 

Disney FastPass+ will expand to offer more options than ever, including: Even More Attractions and Shows 

More Character Meet & Greet Locations 

Nighttime Spectaculars (New) 

Parades (New) 

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My Disney Experience….the app

Posted in EVERYTHING DISNEY with tags , on March 13, 2013 by disneychronicles

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Yes! It’s an official App from Disney!

I know I’m a bit late in the game put finally had a chance to use it!

For all my clients that have booked just put in the reservation confirmation number, you can also add in your dining reservations!

The official description from the APP….

This app features Walt Disney World® maps, official Disney Parks-provided wait times, FASTPASS® return times, and the ability to view menus and book dining reservations, manage and share itineraries with family and friends, find details about nearby Disney Characters, attractions, entertainment, park hours and schedules, and more!

NEW INTERACTIVE MAPS
•Introducing all-new maps of Walt Disney World® Resort, optimized for touch screens, with details only Disney Parks can provide. Pan and zoom around:
–Theme Parks: Magic Kingdom® Park, Epcot®, Disney’s Hollywood Studios® and Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Park
–Water Parks: Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon and Disney’s Blizzard Beach
–Downtown Disney® Area
–Select Walt Disney World Resort hotels
–ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
•Sign in to see attraction wait times and dining availability integrated with maps
•Get acquainted with park and hotel locations while planning your visit
•Use the new Here & Now feature to instantly find attractions and events closest to your current location

OFFICIAL WALT DISNEY WORLD® PARK INFORMATION
•Explore Walt Disney World® attractions, including descriptions, images and height requirements
•Sign in to access special features including official Disney Parks wait times and current FASTPASS® return times
•Locate nearest restrooms, baby care centers, concierge and other Guest Services
•Learn when and where your favorite Disney Characters will be appearing next
•See Park hours and schedules, available at a glance
•Use Times Guide for a simple look at key events and activities going on within the park
•Browse entertainment, including parades, fireworks, stage shows and performance times
•Find valuable tips and FAQ in Help Center

OFFICIAL DISNEY DINING INFORMATION
•View menus for dining locations
•Browse dining options including Table Service and Quick Service locations
•Check availability and sign in to make dining reservations
•Sort and filter dining options to find what meets the needs of your family based on location, price range, cuisine, and experience description

PERSONALIZED EXPERIENCE
•NEW! View your upcoming resort reservations
•Create and manage your own personalized itinerary, including dining reservations. Add personal notes, reminders for parades, fireworks, and other Disney entertainment. Coming soon: View Resort reservations.
•Share your itinerary with family and friends
•Save your favorite experiences on Wish Lists, so you won’t forget any must-see items
•Sign in to manage your personal profile
•For a limited time, Verizon customers will have exclusive access to premium videos and games on mobile phones

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