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NEWS: ‘Garden Rocks’ at the 2018 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival

December 23, 2017 By Tony Caselnova

  Does your Garden Rock? Well ours does – at the 2018 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival – with 17 favorite artists whose hits span more than five decades. This year, our 25th event year, the Garden Rocks series features singers and groups from the ‘60s, ‘70s, ‘80s, ‘90s and 2000s with hit-makers in a variety of genres including rock, pop, country, R&B and dance. We have brand new acts such as country favorites Lonestar, British rock legends Foghat; and Don Felder, formerly of The Eagles – along with returning treasures disco pioneers Village People and ‘80s supergroups like Night Ranger. Rick Springfield The lineup also includes a few fan favorites such as Survivor, Smash Mouth and Rick Springfield, who are joining us for Garden Rocks this year. Here is this year’s lineup (subject to change without notice):

  • March 2-5: Night Ranger “Sister Christian”
  • March 9-12: STARSHIP starring Mickey Thomas “We Built This City”
  • March 16-19: Simple Plan “Welcome to My Life”
  • March 23-26: Little River Band “Reminiscing”
  • March 30-April 2: The Orchestra starring former members of ELO “Evil Woman”
  • April 6-7: Foghat (NEW!) “Slow Ride”
  • April 8-9: Survivor (NEW to Garden Rocks!) “Eye of the Tiger”
  • April 13-14: Smash Mouth (NEW to Garden Rocks!) “All Star”
  • April 15-16: Rick Springfield (NEW to Garden Rocks!) “Jessie’s Girl”
  • April 20-21: Jo Dee Messina (NEW to Garden Rocks!) “Stand Beside Me”
  • April 22-23: Lonestar (NEW!) “Amazed”
  • April 27-30: Blood, Sweat and Tears featuring Bo Bice “Spinning Wheel”
  • May 4-7: Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone “I’m Henry VIII I Am”
  • May 11-12: Village People “Y.M.C.A.”
  • May 13-14: Don Felder, formerly of The Eagles (NEW!) “Hotel California”
  • May 18-21: The Guess Who “American Woman”
  • May 25-28: The Spinners “Working My Way Back to You”

Garden Rocks performances are at America Gardens Theatre at [5:30], [6:45] and 8 p.m. every Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday of the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival and are included with Epcot admission. For more information on the Festival, check out EpcotInSpring.com. And keep checking back to the Disney Parks Blog, where we will have information on Garden Rocks Dining Packages Coming Soon!

NEWS: Transformation Details Revealed for Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort

December 8, 2017 By Tony Caselnova

Earlier this year, we shared that Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort at Walt Disney World would undergo some transformations. Today we are excited to share new colorful details about those enhancements debuting late this summer!

12 Days of Disney Parks Christmas: Transformation Details Revealed for Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort

Old Port Royale at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort will be reimagined as the port of entry where guests will check in before embarking on their island vacation. This centralized location will offer resort guests more convenient access to services, amenities and dining, including an all-new Centertown Market for casual eats, an all-new Shutters restaurant offering waterfront dining adjacent to the new Banana Cabana outdoor bar and lounge, and Calypso Trading Post for shopping.

12 Days of Disney Parks Christmas: Transformation Details Revealed for Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort

Centertown Market will be expanded and enclosed, creating a quick-service restaurant with an indoor street market vibe. Guests will enter the space under a large palapa-like structure, accented with glowing colored light pendants made from glass bottles. The market will feature open shutters, wooden light posts, awnings, ornamentation and unique seating areas. Guests will also have access to the Grab n’ Go market for a specialty coffee and quick bites.

Shutters, a Caribbean-inspired table-service restaurant, will be located on the waterfront of Old Port Royale, transporting guests to a beachfront home in the tropical islands. Large open shutters will allow the sun to cast a warm light into the space adorned with handmade items that appear as they’ve been found on the islands. Leaves and floral design motifs will fill the space, celebrating the natural beauty of the Caribbean.

12 Days of Disney Parks Christmas: Transformation Details Revealed for Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort

A festive poolside bar, Banana Cabana will be a great place to gather for food and drinks, immersing guests into the fun and relaxation of island life. Cabana-style drapes will flank seating areas and re-purposed steel drums will illuminate a central communal table made from a wooden boat.

Forget something? No worries! With its history of being the port’s import and export facility, Calypso Trading Post will offer shoppers Disney merchandise and other vacation essentials.

What changes are you most excited about?  See details about Moderate resorts



NEWS: New Renderings and Details Revealed for Disney Skyliner Transportation System

December 8, 2017 By Tony Caselnova

During the D23 Expo this past summer, the Disney Skyliner transportation was announcedand the Disney Parks Blog has just shared additional artist renderings and details on how the new system will give guests a whole new view from the sky as they travel from select Disney resorts to Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Iconic Disney characters will be displayed on the outside of select Disney Skyliner cabins giving the appearance of that character riding with guests.

Skyliner Characters

“The design of the Disney Skyliner station at International Gateway at Epcot (pictured at top) will be inspired by the park’s nearby European Pavilions and will be covered with metal and glass canopies, hand-painted murals and ornamental steel structures that harken back to the early 18th century Art Nouveau style. Guests traveling to Epcot via the Disney Skyliner will be welcomed to the park with a rare birds-eye view of World Showcase.”

Skyliner 2

“The Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort station will be the hub of activity for Disney Skyliner. This station is inspired by the open air village marketplaces of the Caribbean and will showcase the nearby resort’s architectural detailing and color schemes. At this station, passengers will be able to transfer gondola routes to reach their destination, or are invited to sit and admire the waterfront resort setting.”

Skyliner 3

“The design style of the station at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will fit with that of the park’s main entrance and bus stations. Passengers traveling here from the Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort station can expect a new aerial perspective of the park’s iconic attractions, like The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror.”

“Disney’s Pop Century Resort and Disney’s Art of Animation Resort will share a Disney Skyliner station that feels whimsical and contextual with both resorts. Upon departing the gondola station, Skyliner passengers will ascend over Hourglass Lake and enjoy a panoramic view of these two colorful resorts.”

Cabins are going to slow down at the Disney Skyliner turn-station along Buena Vista Drive and guests will be able to see the mechanical and aerial elements that make up the Disney Skyliner.

As soon as we know an opening date for this exciting new transportation option, we’ll share it with you!

CHECK OUT the facts about Disney Resorts

 



Disney Parks Podcast Show #411 – Disney News For The Week Of December 4, 2017

December 6, 2017 By Tony Caselnova

Disney Parks Podcast Show #411 – Disney News For The Week Of December 4, 2017

Disney Parks Podcast Show #411 – Disney News For The Week Of December 4, 2017

In this episode, Tony and Special Guest  Cohost Aljon Go discuss changes to fast pass for Frozen, Kurt Russel Event for DVC members, Shanghai Disney Resort Unveils Toy Story expansion and so much more

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Disney Parks Podcast Show #410 – Jim Korkis Celebrates Mickey Mouses Birthday!

December 1, 2017 By Tony Caselnova

Disney Parks Podcast Show #410 – Jim Korkis (Disney Historian) gives us the history of Mickey Mouses Birthday and so much more

In this episode, Tony and Parkhopper John talk with Jim Korkis (Disney Historian) gives us the history of Mickey Mouses Birthday and so much more

Jim has a rich history with Disney and is a great storyteller, you should check out his collection of books he has written

GET a copy of Jim Korkis New book CALL ME WALT

GET any of Jim Korkis books here on AMAZON

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Two Disney Parks Holiday Specials Coming to ABC This Season

November 7, 2017 By Tony Caselnova

Disney will continue with their tradition of holiday television specials by airing two separate events this year on ABC.

The first, “The Wonderful World of Disney: Magic Holiday Celebration” will air on November 30 from 9pm to 11pm. Julianne Hough and Nick Lachey will host the special from Walt Disney World, while Jesse Palmer will co-host the show from Disneyland Resort in California.

Specials performances will be made by:

  • Ciara in a Christmas medley from Cinderella Castle.
  • Darius Rucker, singing “Winter Wonderland.”
  • Hit group, Fifth Harmony will sing “Can You See,” from “The Star” soundtrack, and “The Christmas Song.”
  • Fitz and the Tantrums will perform “HandClap” and their original Christmas song “Santa Stole My Lady.”
  • Hanson will sing “Finally It’s Christmas,” from their recently released Christmas album.
  • Boy band In Real Life will sing “I’ll Be Home for Christmas.”
  • Jason Derulo will perform “This Christmas.”
  • Lea Michele will perform “Baby It’s Cold Outside.”

Disney will announce additional performances at a later date.

The second television holiday special, titled “Disney Parks Magical Christmas Celebration,” will air on Christmas day from 10am to noon. Hough and Lachey will also be hosting the special, with Palmer once again co-hosting from Disneyland in California.

For “Disney Parks Magical Christmas Celebration” performances will be made by:

  • Ciara will sing “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” from Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World.
  • Darius Rucker singing “Home for The Holidays.”
  • Fifth Harmony performing “Sleigh Ride.”
  • Fitz and the Tantrums will be performing “Last Christmas.”
  • Jason Derulo will sing “Silent Night” from Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland.
  • ”Glee” star Michele will perform “Let It Snow.”
  • 98 Degrees will play their new song “Season of Love” from their new holiday record.
  • Telly Leung and Arielle Jacobs, from the stage show “Aladdin,” will perform “A Whole New World” at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

As with the first special, additional performances will be announced later.

Disney Parks Podcast Show #401 – An Interview With Keith Gluck From The Disney Project

October 20, 2017 By Tony Caselnova

Disney Parks Podcast Show #401 - An Interview With Keith Gluck From The Disney Project

Disney Parks Podcast Show #401 – An Interview With Keith Gluck From The Disney Project

In this episode, Tony and Parkhopper John talk with  webmaster from The Disney Project  and His up coming event here in Orlando and so much more!

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Disney Parks Podcast Show #398 – An Interview With Former Executive Vice President of Operations for the Walt Disney World Resort Lee Cockerell

September 29, 2017 By Tony Caselnova

Disney Parks Podcast Show #398 - An Interview With Former Executive Vice President of Operations for the Walt Disney World® Resort Lee Cockerell

Disney Parks Podcast Show #398 – An Interview With Former Executive Vice President of Operations for the Walt Disney World® Resort Lee Cockerell

In this episode, Tony and Parkhopper John talk with Lee Cockerell about what its like leading Walt Disney World and so much more

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