Celebrations Magazine

[Boo Bear]

I have been wondering this for awhile... I was wondering if Disney offers a magazine publication for adults?

[lovebug21]

There is a parenting magazine by Disney called Wonder. I really enjoy it, but I am not sure that is what you really meant.

[bradk]

it's wondertime.. they also publish family fun, both are parenting magazines

[Eeyore's Pal]

There used to be a wonderful Disney magazine for adults, came out four times a year, and had fastastic backstage stories, articles about imagineers and imagineering of attractions, Disney trivia, and so much more. Unfortunately it is now defunct for at least four years, and sorely missed at our house. :sad1:

You do get some similar info in the Mickey Monitor (annual passholder publication) and in the DVC newsletters, but the articles aren't as in-depth, and really a shadow of the Disney Magazine.

[Experiment_626]

I'm not exactly sure what you mean by "for adults." There is Orlando Attractions Magazine, started by Ricky Brigante of the Inside the Magic podcast. As you might expect, it covers attractions in the Orlando area, including lots of Disney coverage. It is pretty specifically about attractions as opposed to Disney in general. Lou Mongello, of the WDW Radio Show podcast and author of two Walt Disney World Trivia books, is just about to start his own magazine called Celebrations. It will be Disney specific, with an emphasis on the parks, but is supposed to cover Disney in a broader sense as well. This one is taking subscriptions now (at a reduced rate for the time being) and they expect to publish the first issue in September.

So, those are the ones I know. They aren't by Disney, but they are about it, to one degree or another. I'm tempted by the first, but I definitely plan to subscribe to the second. And I have no connection to anyone producing either magazine, beyond the fact that I listen to both podcasts.

SSB

[bennythepug]

it was an awesome magazine:thumbsup2 I have about 2 yrs of subscriptions that I kept. I'm glad i did, because I still read them. some of it is now outdated, but it's a great magazine. I really really miss it :sad2:

[wdwfanatic80]

There used to be a wonderful Disney magazine for adults, came out four times a year, and had fastastic backstage stories, articles about imagineers and imagineering of attractions, Disney trivia, and so much more. Unfortunately it is now defunct for at least four years, and sorely missed at our house. :sad1:

You do get some similar info in the Mickey Monitor (annual passholder publication) and in the DVC newsletters, but the articles aren't as in-depth, and really a shadow of the Disney Magazine.

We miss the Disney Magazine here too!!!

[Macca1111]

We miss the Disney Magazine here too!!!

Me too. I used to pour through them, and I still have all of them that we received. :guilty:

[Kimberle]

I'm not exactly sure what you mean by "for adults." There is Orlando Attractions Magazine, started by Ricky Brigante of the Inside the Magic podcast. As you might expect, it covers attractions in the Orlando area, including lots of Disney coverage. It is pretty specifically about attractions as opposed to Disney in general. Lou Mongello, of the WDW Radio Show podcast and author of two Walt Disney World Trivia books, is just about to start his own magazine called Celebrations. It will be Disney specific, with an emphasis on the parks, but is supposed to cover Disney in a broader sense as well. This one is taking subscriptions now (at a reduced rate for the time being) and they expect to publish the first issue in September.

So, those are the ones I know. They aren't by Disney, but they are about it, to one degree or another. I'm tempted by the first, but I definitely plan to subscribe to the second. And I have no connection to anyone producing either magazine, beyond the fact that I listen to both podcasts.

SSB

I listen to both podcasts, too. They are excellent! I don't have the magazines, but am thinking about subscribing to both!:thumbsup2

[perkinsrose]

Thanks for the info on Celebration mag. I found this.

http://www.celebrationspress.com/

Can't wait!

[jfap]

I loved the Disney Magazine and kept every issue. The pictures and stories were great!!! I wish they'd bring it back exactly the way it was!!!!

[FireDancer]

I have already subscribed to Celebrations magazine. The people involved are very active in the Disney internet community and I am looking forward to the magazine to get me through between trips.

[jfap]

I just subscribed to the new Celebrations magazine. Thanks for the link and looking forward to the first issue!

[*KeepMovingForward*]

I have the Disney Attractions magazines. It is okay and sort of fills the void, but the issues are very small and of course not Disneycentric. I'll have to check out the Celebrations magazine! :goodvibes

[dudelydude]

Sounds cool. I'm subscribing.

[disneydreamgirl]

I will also be subscribing!!! Thanks for the tip!!

[Boo Bear]

I just subscribed! Thanks everyone for the wonderful info!

[allaboutmm]

Just signed up for the Celebrations mag.-thanks for the info!

[DBarber600]

We get the Tales from the Laughing Place magazine. Not many issues per year and expensive, but the photos are really neat and there are interesting behind the scenes articles.

[Disney Fool]

Now if we could only get the Magic Kingdom Club back!!!!!:surfweb:

[DeblovesPoohbear]

I just signed up for Celebrations as well!
Thanks for the info! :thumbsup2

[meloneyb21]

http://www.celebrationspress.com/

I would most definitely get a subscription :goodvibes .

[J3nn78]

Will be ordering on payday!

[meloneyb21]

Lol

[mickeysgirl17]

I'm actually ordering today!

[wdwgirl03]

Looks interesting, I may have to get a subscription!

[Boo Bear]

I ordered mine awhile ago and I CAN'T WAIT to get it!

[DoOverDreams]

Wow! Thank you! We just ordered.

[nikkistevej]

Keep us posted on how it is when you get it, I am definately interested!!

[bsjs0708]

Woo-hoo!!!!! I have been waiting a loooong time for this. Ever since the Disney magazine was cancelled :cool1:

[dparksfan]

Ever since the sad day of the Disney Mag folding I've looked for someone to do this! :cool1: Just subscribed to Orlando Attractions magazine too, which my dh saw and said, "why would you want that?" He just won't ever get it! :confused3

[DVC Jen]

Awesome! Just ordered it as well. Thanks for letting us know about this. :thumbsup2

[cdrn1]

It's about time...I just ordered mine. Thanks for the heads-up!

[Stitchfans]

Would of loved to order it but in my opinion transferring money into my paypal acct is such a pain. I try to avoid PayPal at all cost. Guess I won't be getting it since that is my only option.

[Allison]

Ever since the sad day of the Disney Mag folding I've looked for someone to do this! :cool1: Just subscribed to Orlando Attractions magazine too, which my dh saw and said, "why would you want that?" He just won't ever get it! :confused3

I've really enjoyed Orlando Attractions too.

[CarolA]

Would of loved to order it but in my opinion transferring money into my paypal acct is such a pain. I try to avoid PayPal at all cost. Guess I won't be getting it since that is my only option.

I have kind of reached that point.

If someone wants my money from now on they have to find a new method to get it.

This week I tried to pay a fellow DISer $10.60 using a credit card with a $30,000 limit and practically nothing on it. Paypals response "I am over my spending limit" WITH WHO???? They will "allow" me to spend money if I verify my card OR link to my bank account. (At last check it was still warm in "you know where" so PayPal is NOT getting access to my bank accounts!) So I am MAILING a check LOL!

[tavettava]

:mad: :sad: I don't have a paypal account. Why don't they have another option.

[HeyIt'sMe]

Thanks for the info!

Hmmmmm....DH has a PayPal account from when he used to buy/sell on E*Bay. Guess I'll have him place the order for the magazine since I have no idea how to use PayPal! I'm an old-school credit card kind of gal!

[disneyfav4ever]

It seems there are a lot of Orlando area magazines being published now.

[jaleaton]

As excited as I would be for a magazine of the sort, am I the only one that is kind of skeptical if this is real or just a scam? The reasons I'm skeptical is because I've never heard of this company, and the only payment choice is PayPal, and it's not officially affiliated with Disney. I think I'll wait it out to hear input once the magazine is actually out before I buy in. :confused3

[wdwgirl03]

As excited as I would be for a magazine of the sort, am I the only one that is kind of skeptical if this is real or just a scam? The reasons I'm skeptical is because I've never heard of this company, and the only payment choice is PayPal, and it's not officially affiliated with Disney. I think I'll wait it out to hear input once the magazine is actually out before I buy in. :confused3

Aww, great, now you have me worried! And I just went and ordered a subscription. :guilty:

[thunderbird1]

Woo-hoo!!!!! I have been waiting a loooong time for this. Ever since the Disney magazine was cancelled :cool1:

I LOVED that magazine! Hope this one is as good, because I just ordered it.

As excited as I would be for a magazine of the sort, am I the only one that is kind of skeptical if this is real or just a scam? The reasons I'm skeptical is because I've never heard of this company, and the only payment choice is PayPal, and it's not officially affiliated with Disney. I think I'll wait it out to hear input once the magazine is actually out before I buy in. :confused3

Aww, great, now you have me worried! And I just went and ordered a subscription. :guilty:

:headache: D'oh--me too! At least it's only $25. Even a crummy Disney magazine is better than none. And while I don't like paypal, at least I know they'll be around 6 months from now if it was a scam.

[Grumpy3]

Subscribing......I'm going to wait for feedback also!

[mcrabeck]

Me too. Let us know how you like the magazine when you get it!

[kayla87]

As excited as I would be for a magazine of the sort, am I the only one that is kind of skeptical if this is real or just a scam? The reasons I'm skeptical is because I've never heard of this company, and the only payment choice is PayPal, and it's not officially affiliated with Disney. I think I'll wait it out to hear input once the magazine is actually out before I buy in. :confused3

Hi J! :wave2: I was pretty excited at first, since DH has been reading three year old Disney Magazines. I'm no expert on what is legit or not, so I was going to let him decide for himself. But hearing it only accepts paypal has stopped me in my tracks. Why make it so hard to get a subscription?

[TSMAMI]

:mad: :sad: I don't have a paypal account. Why don't they have another option.

You can put your credit card info in and then hit continue without using paypal...that is what I did..

[DeblovesPoohbear]

I ordered mine a few weeks ago, nothing yet

[patsal]

I think I'll hold out and see what it is like, maybe even spend cover price on one.

[Experiment_626]

As excited as I would be for a magazine of the sort, am I the only one that is kind of skeptical if this is real or just a scam? The reasons I'm skeptical is because I've never heard of this company, and the only payment choice is PayPal, and it's not officially affiliated with Disney.This is being put out by Lou Mongello (of the WDW Radio Show podcast and author of two Walt Disney World trivia books), Tim Devine (of The Magic in Pixels), Tim Foster (of Guide to the Magic), Steve Barrett (author the Hidden Mickeys Guide books), Cara Goldsbury (author of The Luxury Guide to Walt Disney World) and Beci Mahnken (of Mouse Fan Travel). I don't know any of these people personally, but I'm very confident that Lou Mongello isn't running a scam -- and most of the others listed are frequent guests on his show.

You can visit Lou's site at http://www.disneyworldtrivia.com/, and you can find his podcast from there if you're interested. There are several good Disney-related podcasts out there, but Lou's is the best, in my opinion. His love for the parks is obvious and worn on his sleeve.

Personally, I'm glad this is an independent publication and not published by Disney. As good as the official Disney Magazine could sometimes be, it was often too centered on whatever Disney wanted to promote at a given time than on what most interested the writers and readers. This new magazine won't be beholden to such constraints.

SSB

[Experiment_626]

I ordered mine a few weeks ago, nothing yetFirst issue is expected next month (September), last I heard. As with the Country Bear Jamboree, it takes a little doin' to set these things up! ;)

SSB

[Nik's Mom]

I couldn't find any info on Lou Mongello's website. If he was publishing, wouldn't there be something on his website?:confused3

[TMWilson7196]

I subscribed awhile back. I cant wait to start getting it. I wonder when in Sept we will see it.

[suzimar57]

just ordered my subscription!

[mickeysmyboy]

I just ordered mine! I'm confident with the people that are putting it out it's not a scam. I enjoy the things on Lou's site and have emailed back and forth with him on one occasion. He's super nice and very knowledgable. The Magic in pixels, for anyone who hasn't seen the site, is always worth a look. The gentlemen who does the site has beautiful pictures! Its a little piece of magic!

Can't wait to get it!

[karen l]

I also subscribed when I learned about it from Lou's site. Can't wait to get it!

[shasess]

looks interesting!

[mapmakerj]

I just popped over to Lou's site and they are talking about it on the forums. At least one of the contributors to the magazine was on the forum talking about his work on the magazine. I am sure that this is legit. They are talking about going to press soon, with the magazines scheduled to be out by the end of Sept. Time for me to go order!

EDIT: I just placed my order and I DID NOT have to use a paypal account. I just clicked the option to continue without using a paypal account and payed with my credit card.

[sunny04]

You don't have to pay with PayPal...there is an option to not make an account and not pay with PayPal.

[disneychick0412]

I've seen a few issues of the Orlando Attractions, but I have to have this one too!!!!

[perkinsrose]

I ordered mine awhile ago and I CAN'T WAIT to get it!

Ditto. waiting....

[PopArtGal]

Do you think it will ever be available in stores?

[Micca]

I would echo the points made in the post from Experiment 626. A magazine not sanctioned by Disney will be a better read for hard-core Disneyphiles like many of us here. There have been some terrific publications over the years that did fantastic work on the Disney parks the likes of which you'd never see in an official Disney publication. :earsboy:

[Renysmom]

Lou is 100% legit and I promise you if he is involved it will be quality... I don't know Lou personally but I do know his work with the books and his podcast as well as the $1000's of dollars he raises to send kids with terminal illnesses to WDW..

For more info, about 3 weeks ago he talked about the magazine and how they are putting it together on his podcast. I ordered then without hesitation and can't wait to get the first copy.

In the world of Disney he is highly respected and often interviews the bigwigs of Disney on his show so they trust him as well...

In Lou's real life he is a very successful lawyer in NJ, one who will give his shirt off his back so anyone who may be worried about this being a scam it is no scam!!

[mickeysgirl17]

Since its mentioned on his website, we should all be fine.

It may be available in stores, but as the website states, it will be more expensive. I think it said $5 an issue?

[cinderkeli]

I just ordered mine today as well. Can't wait!!!!

[SnwflkCts]

Well, I ordered mine today. I get the Orlando Attractions Magazine and enjoy it -- I love magazines! You figure this (6 months) is about the cost of a WDW book and hopefully will be up-to-date and interesting! I'm excited. :banana:

Only weird thing is I ordered using PAYPAL and I never got to anything that said what address, etc ... the mag should be sent to -- but PAYPAL has the correct address soooo .... hopefully it will come to me ok.

[shellface]

just ordered my suscription as a birthday gift to my self....my birthday is 13th september so maybe it will arrive for that :thumbsup2

but i am in england so may have to wait a bit longer.......

thanks for letting us know about it :thumbsup2

[4 Park Central]

http://www.celebrationspress.com/

I would most definitely get a subscription :goodvibes .

Oh man! Now I have three Disney magazines in my regular mail! :cool1:

http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/

http://www.talesfromthelaughingplace.com/www.talesfromthelaughingplace.com/Home.html

I hadn't heard of this third one! I just got (finally) the fifth issue of Attractions magazine and it is definitely the strongest one since they started. However Tales is still my favourite - I just ordered all of the back issues which I got on Saturday and I didn't move from my armchair for nearly 5 hours. Just an incredible resource about the creation of Disney attractions.

And I have to applaud Tales' UK shipping! It took only 5 days to get to me!

:yay:

I feel I should have added a big shout-out to Allears.net for the review that made me subscribe to Tales:

http://land.allears.net/blogs/allearsteam/2008/07/review_of_tales_from_the_laugh.html

[bsbrady]

Just ordered

[DVCajun]

I am SO ordering this. I was completely POed when they discontinued the Disney Magazine in favor of a freaking email. Who made *that* decision? :confused3 It's not like we don't know where we can find Disney info online -- it's just that thumbing through a hands-on magazine while you're sitting somewhere AWAY from your computer is so much more appealing.

THANK YOU for this info!
:lovestruc

[Disney Mommy 3]

We may have to get this!! Is it going to be available at bookstores or subscription only?

[CarolA]

I hope these are successful... but the Disney Mag was eliminated becasue it was losing money....In this day of internet I just don't know..

(I do get Orlando Attractions and if Lou has a way for me to pay by credit card I will even if it's PayPal. As long as I don't have to open an account. They are not LINKING to anything of mine!)

[meloneyb21]

We may have to get this!! Is it going to be available at bookstores or subscription only?

I read on another forum that it will be subscription only for now.

[Stitch's O'hana]

I want to order this, but just wondering if it gives you there address as to were the magazine would be coming from? Are they right in FL? Sorry for the dumb question, just wanted to know for sure.

If it is a real deal, it sounds like a really cool Disney Magazine!

I soooooooo miss the old Disney Magazine and was sooooooooo very bummed out when they stopped making it.

[Dan Murphy]

I have met both Lou and Steve over the years, Mousefest, purchased their books, visited their sites, impeccable credentials. I just ordered.

[disneynewbee]

I think I know what I'll be getting for my birthday:cool1:

[BelleBeast]

I just subscribed!! Thank you all for the information - I think I will call it my
"The kids are back in school present!!"

[moonpie85]

As excited as I would be for a magazine of the sort, am I the only one that is kind of skeptical if this is real or just a scam? The reasons I'm skeptical is because I've never heard of this company, and the only payment choice is PayPal, and it's not officially affiliated with Disney. I think I'll wait it out to hear input once the magazine is actually out before I buy in. :confused3

I feel the EXACT same way. I'm really hoping it's legit though because I want it!:thumbsup2

[moonpie85]

This is being put out by Lou Mongello (of the WDW Radio Show podcast and author of two Walt Disney World trivia books), Tim Devine (of The Magic in Pixels), Tim Foster (of Guide to the Magic), Steve Barrett (author the Hidden Mickeys Guide books), Cara Goldsbury (author of The Luxury Guide to Walt Disney World) and Beci Mahnken (of Mouse Fan Travel). I don't know any of these people personally, but I'm very confident that Lou Mongello isn't running a scam -- and most of the others listed are frequent guests on his show.

You can visit Lou's site at http://www.disneyworldtrivia.com/, and you can find his podcast from there if you're interested. There are several good Disney-related podcasts out there, but Lou's is the best, in my opinion. His love for the parks is obvious and worn on his sleeve.

Personally, I'm glad this is an independent publication and not published by Disney. As good as the official Disney Magazine could sometimes be, it was often too centered on whatever Disney wanted to promote at a given time than on what most interested the writers and readers. This new magazine won't be beholden to such constraints.

SSB


Ohhh good to know! I guess I'll go ahead and order now :cool1:

[Stitch's O'hana]

I ordered it on Sept.5( on my birthday)!

Has anyone gotten it in the mail yet?

[orchjoe]

The website is registered to http://www.tgfdesign.com/ out of Malvern, PA.

"tgfDesign is a full service design studio offering imaginative solutions for all of your communication needs.

tgfDesign was founded in 1992, offering a unique blend of award winning graphic design and illustration. We have produced a wide variety of materials for various clients including brochures, annual reports, corporate identity packages, logos, brand building programs, packaging, ads, catalogs, newsletters, posters, trade show graphics and other collateral materials. We have also produced various web sites, interactive presentations, animations and Flash movies. "

It seems to me that 6 Issues for $24.99 = $4.17 an issue is a little steep. I guess I will wait to see what the reviews are like. (college student finances here).

[mickeysgirl17]

I'm still waiting....checking the mail every single day. Please let us know if any of you got it and if its good.

[sbell111]

As excited as I would be for a magazine of the sort, am I the only one that is kind of skeptical if this is real or just a scam? The reasons I'm skeptical is because I've never heard of this company, and the only payment choice is PayPal, and it's not officially affiliated with Disney. I think I'll wait it out to hear input once the magazine is actually out before I buy in. :confused3I am less worried about it simply because I do get to pay through PayPal. PayPal gives me one more level of protection that I wouldn't have otherwise.

If only credit card payment was accepted, I would not have purchased this subscription.

[Stitch's O'hana]

:3dglasses

[DisneyBarlans]

This magazine looks great. Has anyone received theirs yet? I might have to subscribe...

[spokanemom]

Thank you! I am now a subscriber.

[Lynn5700]

Ordering mine now!! Thank you for the link :)

[AnnaS]

Sounds intereresting and a magazine I would love to order. I will wait also for some feedback/reviews. I don't want it to be like the magazine we get from DVC where by the time it reaches us, it's old news. We have heard/read about it all on the disboards or another website.

So Subscribing for now here :)

[sbell111]

Sounds intereresting and a magazine I would love to order. I will wait also for some feedback/reviews. I don't want it to be like the magazine we get from DVC where by the time it reaches us, it's old news. We have heard/read about it all on the disboards or another website.

So Subscribing for now here :)I almost didn't buy a subscription for this very reason. Then I thought about it and realized that my wife doesn't hang out here like I do, but she would love to take a look at the mag every few months.

[bytheblood]

I ordered it early August, they took my money immediately, but I have no magazine yet. ;)

[CarolA]

I am less worried about it simply because I do get to pay through PayPal. PayPal gives me one more level of protection that I wouldn't have otherwise.

If only credit card payment was accepted, I would not have purchased this subscription.

This MAY be the funniest post I have read on the DIS:lmao:


You have protection with PayPal?? REALLY????

Yeah, what you have is PayPal calls vendor. Vendor says "sure I sent" PayPal tells you.... it's your problem.

The ONLY PARTY PayPal protects is PayPal. As long as PayPal gets thier cut they are HAPPY!:dance3:

[29apr00]

waiting for someone to actually get theirs before i buy.

[perkinsrose]

This MAY be the funniest post I have read on the DIS:lmao:


You have protection with PayPal?? REALLY????

Yeah, what you have is PayPal calls vendor. Vendor says "sure I sent" PayPal tells you.... it's your problem.

The ONLY PARTY PayPal protects is PayPal. As long as PayPal gets thier cut they are HAPPY!:dance3:

Isn't the protection that the vendor doesn't have buyer's credit card info? Vendor receives payment but never sees cc#.:confused3

[crzy4mickey]

This MAY be the funniest post I have read on the DIS:lmao:


You have protection with PayPal?? REALLY????

Yeah, what you have is PayPal calls vendor. Vendor says "sure I sent" PayPal tells you.... it's your problem.

The ONLY PARTY PayPal protects is PayPal. As long as PayPal gets thier cut they are HAPPY!:dance3:

I had so many problems with paypay and they are not easy to work with. I will never use them again.

[dhertz]

This looks really good. My DW will probably make me get a subscription for her. I'll wait until some reviews are up to see if it is worth getting. Even though I'm sure once she sees this thread she will want to order right away that was she doesn't miss any of the magazines.

[sbell111]

Isn't the protection that the vendor doesn't have buyer's credit card info? Vendor receives payment but never sees cc#.:confused3That's exactly what I was referring to.

In addition, you do have some amount of buyer's protection. This isn't always affective, but I have had good luck with it about 80% of the time, over the years.

[matt&jakesmom]

Will wait to order at the end of the month when I have some $$$. Just came back from the world a week and a half ago and now need to recoup what we just spent. Curious too when someone will receive theirs to hear the feedback.

[moonpie85]

That's exactly what I was referring to.

In addition, you do have some amount of buyer's protection. This isn't always affective, but I have had good luck with it about 80% of the time, over the years.

Knock on wood but I have had good luck with them too.

[Stitch's O'hana]

Hope it comes in the mail soon!:dance3:

[bettyann29]

This is cool! Thanks.. I'll have to order it..

[goofyshell]

Just ordered it. Hope it's good!

[willis37862]

As excited as I would be for a magazine of the sort, am I the only one that is kind of skeptical if this is real or just a scam? The reasons I'm skeptical is because I've never heard of this company, and the only payment choice is PayPal, and it's not officially affiliated with Disney. I think I'll wait it out to hear input once the magazine is actually out before I buy in. :confused3


It's Lou so no worries :thumbsup2

I couldn't find any info on Lou Mongello's website. If he was publishing, wouldn't there be something on his website?:confused3

He talks about the magazine often on his podcast....sounds like things are coming along really well and hopefully we will have our Disney fix soon :thumbsup2 I can't wait!

[BradyBz12]

Great coincidence! I was just trying to find a good WDW magazine to subscribe to earlier today (recently subscribed to Laughing Place)

Just ordered this - thanks!

[ToGreen78]

Just ordered mine :banana:

[reelmom]

I ordered mine on August 17 and have not yet received it. I am going to e-mail them and see if they might be able to tell me when they will mail it. I will let everybody know if I get a response.

[mickeysgirl17]

Since its the first issue, it will probably take them a while to get things going, but I can't wait either!

[willis37862]

Since its the first issue, it will probably take them a while to get things going, but I can't wait either!

Exactly. I think Lou said on the podcast it looked like the end of the month to mail out but don't hold me to that.

[TinaLampus]

This MAY be the funniest post I have read on the DIS:lmao:

You have protection with PayPal?? REALLY????

Yeah, what you have is PayPal calls vendor. Vendor says "sure I sent" PayPal tells you.... it's your problem.

The ONLY PARTY PayPal protects is PayPal. As long as PayPal gets thier cut they are HAPPY!:dance3:

Actually, I have had very good experiences with Paypal. On 3 separate occassions (over a 5 year period) I had purchased items through ebay which I never received. In all three instances I had paid using Paypal and Paypal refunded the money. And I am not taking about only small amounts. One of the transactions was for more than $500 dollars.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

I just purchased my subscription a few days ago! I can't wait to get the first issue.

[skifast22]

Looks like this could be a great magazine. But, I go through life as a skeptic. Based on what's been written here, I'm sure it's legit. I'll still wait to see the messages roll in with people receiving theirs before I subscribe though ;)

[reelmom]

I ordered mine on August 17 and have not yet received it. I am going to e-mail them and see if they might be able to tell me when they will mail it. I will let everybody know if I get a response.

I e-mailed this morning and got a response this afternoon from Tim Foster. He wrote that they are trying their best to get the magazine out by the end of September but it might end up being early October before it is mailed.

[Maridw]

Just ordered mine. Can't wait to see the first issue.

[Atchley]

Hope to order soon.

[allaboutmm]

Did anyone get the magazine yet? Any word on it?:confused3

[mickeysgirl17]

Did anyone get the magazine yet? Any word on it?:confused3

I was just about to ask the same thing! I ordered mine a while ago, but nothing yet.

[mnorton]

Thanks for the info I will be signing up for Celebrations also

[herodrx1]

I don't think anyone's got the first issue yet. They said it was coming out in September so it should be here soon! I can hardly wait. :thumbsup2

[ghoulishgirl]

Glad I'm not the only one still waiting for my first issue! Can't wait!

[TinaLampus]

I wrote an email to the magazine asking for an eta on the first issue and this is what they sent back to me:

Hi Tina!

We are trying our best for the end of September, though it may end up being early October...we have lots of goodies we're trying to cram in! But it will be arriving soon, I hope you enjoy it!

Take care and thanks for writing!

Tim Foster

Guide to the Magic/Celebrations Magazine


So we may have to wait a little longer. That's okay though because it sounds like they are really working to do a great job on it!

[phtktz3]

I wrote an email to the magazine asking for an eta on the first issue and this is what they sent back to me:



So we may have to wait a little longer. That's okay though because it sounds like they are really working to do a great job on it!

Thanks for posting this email info you received. I subscribed a while back as well and my payment already went thru my account so I was starting to wonder about when I would receive my copy....good to hear it is in the works

[Markstudy]

I've seen a Disney collectors magazine.

Disney art, toys, pins, past historic collectibles...

Does anyone know what its called?

[karen l]

I'm also waiting for the first issue of Celebrations. I subscribed after I heard about it from Lou's site. I also purchased his cds - tours of Main Street & Adventureland - love listening to them in the car. :goodvibes

[willis37862]

We get the Tales from the Laughing Place magazine. Not many issues per year and expensive, but the photos are really neat and there are interesting behind the scenes articles.

I also subscribe to the Laughing Place and like you said it is expensive and comes out only four times a year but it has some beautiful pictures and artwork..... more of a coffee table book than a regular magazine , at least to me. :)

[jemlover]

Thanks for the info on Celebrations Magazine. I just subscribed. Can't wait to get the first issue.:woohoo:

[Boo Bear]

Didn't someone say it comes out this month? I wonder when we'll all get ours!? I can't wait!!! :yay:

[tinkatheart111]

Has anyone received one of these magazines yet? The subscription was to start in September. Just wondering if anyone has theirs.

[skinsfan2878]

Where did you find out about this magazine and how do I get signed up?

[meloneyb21]

Where did you find out about this magazine and how do I get signed up?

http://www.celebrationspress.com/

[Stitch's O'hana]

I am still waiting for it here too! Someone said that it was suppose to come out at the end of Sept., so we should see it soon!

[TSMAMI]

still waiting...:confused3 :scared1:

[4 Park Central]

Me neither. I hope it ships soon.

Although I finally got Issue 5 of Orlando Attractions which is a fun read:

http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/vol1issue5.php

and Issue 12 of Tales:

http://www.talesfromthelaughingplace.com/Tales/Current_Tales.html

Thankfully those have kept me busy reading in September! Tales has been a fantastic read so far about the history of Disney's Animal Kingdom with Joe Rohde (who is my hero!). :-)

[Jamie77]

Does anybody know the correct email contact for this magazine? I place my order a few weeks ago through Paypal and for some reason Paypal has my old address from 4 years ago. By the time I caught that, the payment had already been accepted. I don't know where it pulled up my old address since I've been using Paypal with no problems like this many times since my move. I've tried emailing Guide to the Magic twice and my email just bounces back.

[disney.nut]

I'm still waiting on mine. Hope it comes soon.:)

[suzimar57]

www.celebrationspress.com

there's an email link at the bottom!

ordered my subscription, too - still waiting here....

[Stitch's O'hana]

I see now on there website it does say late Sept./ early part of Oct.

But I did send them an email too, just to see what they would say.

[MelMeg]

Thanks for the info on the new magazine! I just found out in this thread and quick ordered it!

[Stitch's O'hana]

I sent an email last night and just got an email back, here is the email I got~

Hi Sarah!
We're all working very hard getting that first issue out, right now we are
still aiming for the end of September (though at this point it's more likely
that it slip into October a bit...just remember, good things come to those
who wait!! It looks like we're in good company though...the first issue was
originally slated to have a profile of the new American Idol attraction,
which was supposed to open at the end of the summer. But alas, it won't be
ready until early next year...though considering my lack of vocal skill
that's probably a good thing!!). I can tell you that it is shaping up to be
a lot of fun, I do hope you enjoy it. If anyone on the DISBoards is
wondering when the first issue is coming, let them that it's nearly ready
and it won't be long now! :-)

Thanks for writing and take care!
Tim Foster
Guide to the Magic/Celebrations Magazine

[Northern Disney Girl]

I have also subscribed to this magazine! Looks like it will be wonderful! Hopefully it will come soon! :goodvibes

[kesha]

Can't wait to hear when someone receives the magazine. I've missed the Disney Magazine.:banana:

[smt218]

Has anybody received the magazine?

[moonpie85]

Has anybody received the magazine?

Still patiently waiting here:rolleyes1

[Michelle_R]

Still waiting here, also.

[bluerendezvous]

I just ordered! :)

[TLinden16]

Since this isn't directly about trip planning, the moderators have decided to move this over to the theme parks community board.

[mickeysgirl17]

Still waiting too

[Boo Bear]

I thought that magazine was supposed to come out in September? Well I never got mine and I'm wondering where my $25 went....

[LJD2143]

Great thread! Thanks for all the magazine subscription suggestions. :thumbsup2
I just ordered Celebrations and it said the first issue should arrive in early October.:cool1:

[j&t'sdad]

By "adult, do you mean a magazine with a spread of Minnie Mouse?

[taben]

I sent "Tim Foster of Celebrations Mag." this same question. I just ordered and wondered WHEN we will be getting the first one too. His reply:

Hi Tammy-
We're just about ready to go to press so it should only be a couple of weeks
(this is the tense part...hoping the printer and the post office do their
parts!!).
It's almost here! :-)
Thanks!
Tim

HANG IN THERE EVERYONE! I am excited to see what it is all about since I have never ordered a Disney mag. before. YEAH!:cool1:

[dudelydude]

I sent "Tim Foster of Celebrations Mag." this same question. I just ordered and wondered WHEN we will be getting the first one too. His reply:

Hi Tammy-
We're just about ready to go to press so it should only be a couple of weeks
(this is the tense part...hoping the printer and the post office do their
parts!!).
It's almost here! :-)
Thanks!
Tim

HANG IN THERE EVERYONE! I am excited to see what it is all about since I have never ordered a Disney mag. before. YEAH!:cool1:



I, too, just emailed Tim (prior to seeing your post), so I am sure I will get the same response. Thanks for the update.

Joe

[dudelydude]

I sent "Tim Foster of Celebrations Mag." this same question. I just ordered and wondered WHEN we will be getting the first one too. His reply:

Hi Tammy-
We're just about ready to go to press so it should only be a couple of weeks
(this is the tense part...hoping the printer and the post office do their
parts!!).
It's almost here! :-)
Thanks!
Tim

HANG IN THERE EVERYONE! I am excited to see what it is all about since I have never ordered a Disney mag. before. YEAH!:cool1:



Just to reinforce what Taben said, Tim Foster replied to my email asking him what's up with the magazine. He told me how incredibly excited they are that the first issue is done (but still being printed) and they are already making strides on the second issue. He said that they will be requesting that the readers send in stories, pictures, etc to use in future issues.

That's all I got...be patient and I am sure it will be worth the wait,
Joe

[Brian_WDW74]

I've moved this thread to the Theme Parks Community board. :)

[BradyBz12]

I also subscribe to the Laughing Place and like you said it is expensive and comes out only four times a year but it has some beautiful pictures and artwork..... more of a coffee table book than a regular magazine , at least to me. :)

Agreed! I'm a graphic designer and can spend hours just admiring the artwork and layout in LP. Also nice because they cover the other Disney parks worldwide too. Well worth the money IMO as these are definitely collectors items imo. :thumbsup2

I'm also waiting patiently for my first issue of Celebrations. Can't wait for another way to satisfy my Disney obsession on a regular basis. :rolleyes1

[Boo Bear]

By "adult, do you mean a magazine with a spread of Minnie Mouse?

um... thats just wrong...

[JimFitz]

Anyone get theirs yet?

[Brian_WDW74]

I've moved this thread to the Theme Parks Community board. :)

[NikkiLovesWDW!]

It says "early October" on the website now. I'm very anxious to get mine. It looks like it's going to be really good! :thumbsup2

[TwingleMum]

I saw somewhere a new Disney Magazine and I can't find it now. Anyone have info ~ where to get it? Cost? etc... TIA

[Robo]

I saw somewhere a new Disney Magazine and I can't find it now. Anyone have info ~ where to get it? Cost? etc...

Here ya go-

http://www.celebrationspress.com/

[mkymouse4ever]

Brings back memories of the old "disney magazine". I miss that and tv's "inside out". Judging by the amount of people on these boards, I would of thought they would still be around.

Glad to see, we will have something new, soon.:thumbsup2

[nhl66pens]

Robo,
Do you know if that magazine will be sold at newstands or is it subscription only?

Thanks!

[Robo]

Robo,
Do you know if that magazine will be sold at newstands or is it subscription only?

Thanks!

The website is my only info on it.

You might want to contact them directly.

[Brian_WDW74]

Bumping to merge several threads together.

[BrandyC1974]

I ordered the magazine subscription too. Can't wait. The website says it should go out early October. Sooo, hopefully any day now!!!!!:banana:

[trivial]

Brings back memories of the old "disney magazine". I miss that and tv's "inside out". Judging by the amount of people on these boards, I would of thought they would still be around.

In a WDW Radio interview with J.D. Roth a short while back, he mentioned that he was going to find if there was any interest in ressurecting Walt Disney World Inside Out. I seriously doubt anything will come of it, but I would love to see a WDW-centric TV show.

[NikkiLovesWDW!]

In a WDW Radio interview with J.D. Roth a short while back, he mentioned that he was going to find if there was any interest in ressurecting Walt Disney World Inside Out. I seriously doubt anything will come of it, but I would love to see a WDW-centric TV show.

Yeah I heard that interview too. For some reason I don't remember him as the host of that show. I remember the show when "Scott" was the host. I don't know who was first. :confused3

[mickeysgirl17]

Still waiting.............

[dudelydude]

Still waiting.............

If this is more of a "gitty anticipation" as opposed to "where in the heck is my magazine," than I understand. If this is more the latter, than see post 137.

I can't wait myself,
Joe

[willis37862]

If this is more of a "gitty anticipation" as opposed to "where in the heck is my magazine," than I understand. If this is more the latter, than see post 137.

I can't wait myself,
Joe

That's me :dance3: :dance3: :dance3:

I can't wait for this magazine! I know it's going to be great :goodvibes

[allaboutmm]

I can't wait either!!!:cool1:

[NikkiLovesWDW!]

Oh I posted this on another thread about this mag and see that more people are on this one. Lou Mongello had Tim Foster from Guide to the Magic on his podcast this week and they talked about their magazine. They said it is finished, has gone to press and that we should expect it in 2-3 weeks. :thumbsup2

[k5thbeatle]

I thought that magazine was supposed to come out in September? Well I never got mine and I'm wondering where my $25 went....

Me too brother! banana: :banana: :banana: :banana: :banana:

[Boo Bear]

Me too brother! banana: :banana: :banana: :banana: :banana:


you mean "sister" :laughing: no worries!

[Sea-Donkey]

I tried the search function, but can't find the thread. I ordered the magazine via paypal (the site and all was linked on this board somewhere). Anybody got the 1st issue yet? I'm getting a little concerned.

[Sea-Donkey]

Ok, here's the website:http://www.celebrationspress.com/

It says early October, so they should be arriving already.

[bluerendezvous]

I haven't received mine yet.

[DeblovesPoohbear]

Not yet, but I can't wait

[cmlydia4]

I haven't received mine yet.
I did email them and was just told they should be mailing out in early October and that good things come to those who wait.

[meliss8599]

I haven't gotten mine either and we're PAST early October as of today.

[Macca1111]

Podcast said late October...I'd actually guess closer to November. They just tried to cram too much stuff in, from the sounds of things. There are a few boards about this already, but that was the main jist of the conversation on Lou's podcast.

[Tinkergirl]

I asked this as well because I also had concerns. What company tells people-good things come to those who wait but doesn't hesitate to take our money? Listen, I am an easy going person, but this is getting crazy! Instead of waiting for us to email them with questions, they have our emails and they could have simply written just to let us know they were a little behind. And maybe I am mistaken, but wasn't it suppose to be here in September? And we heard the same story? I think this is lousy customer service. :mad:

[NHTikiBeckie]

I asked this as well because I also had concerns. What company tells people-good things come to those who wait but doesn't hesitate to take our money? Listen, I am an easy going person, but this is getting crazy! Instead of waiting for us to email them with questions, they have our emails and they could have simply written just to let us know they were a little behind. And maybe I am mistaken, but wasn't it suppose to be here in September? And we heard the same story? I think this is lousy customer service. :mad:

I wonder what people think the alternative is? There is no option to "pay once you know your mailing it", so paying in advance seems logical to me. This is a new magazine, they are trying to make it perfect for the first issue, waiting a few more weeks is not a big deal IMO. If people had a problem with them accepting money before the mag went to press, then people should have waited to order it :confused3

[Not so Dumbo]

DH hasn't received his either. I ordered it for him as a birthday present hoping I would have it in hand for him by September 27, obviously that didn't happen. Instead I had to print out a picture of the magazine cover from the website and tell him it's supposed to be coming soon. Not quite the same affect.
I didn't have a problem paying for it in advance, but I agree that from a customer service stand point, they could have been more informative if there was going to be a long delay.

[NHTikiBeckie]

I agree from a customer service stand point it would have been nice to know it was taking longer, but I am trying to be understanding about what they are going through to get this together.

[Desnik]

I can't believe this is the first time I am hearing about this! This looks so cool. Does anyone know if you can just buy a copy at a book store? Is the only way to get it to subscribe for 6 issues?

[bytheblood]

I asked this as well because I also had concerns. What company tells people-good things come to those who wait but doesn't hesitate to take our money? Listen, I am an easy going person, but this is getting crazy! Instead of waiting for us to email them with questions, they have our emails and they could have simply written just to let us know they were a little behind. And maybe I am mistaken, but wasn't it suppose to be here in September? And we heard the same story? I think this is lousy customer service. :mad:


I have to agree with this. They have had my money for almost 3 months (which is okay), but communication on their part would have been nice.

[krismom]

I'm starting to feel a wee bit scammed.:headache:
I had no reply from my Emails.:rolleyes:

[Tinkergirl]

I wonder what people think the alternative is? There is no option to "pay once you know your mailing it", so paying in advance seems logical to me. This is a new magazine, they are trying to make it perfect for the first issue, waiting a few more weeks is not a big deal IMO. If people had a problem with them accepting money before the mag went to press, then people should have waited to order it :confused3

If you noticed my ticker, I'm leaving for vacation in a few weeks. I noticed yours and didn't see one- so I can see why to you, it's no big deal. When I ordered, the company said it would be released by a certain time. I didn't ask for that date, thats the one they gave. I was giving it to my son to do some "research" projects to prepare for our trip, not that the reason makes much of a difference. And yes, I gave him other material. The point is, if your late, your late. Fine, but how hard is it to let people know whats going on? If your ordering dinner out and there is a delay in the kitchen, don't you expect the waiter to come by and let you know? I've been on these boards too long not to know that not many would let that go by...

Life happens, but common curtesy, espeshially when there is money involved, should be a priority.

[jngwright]

I'm super excited to get this magazine!! It will be a great Disney fix since we don't have a trip coming up soon!

:hippie: ya'll!

[heycher]

I asked this as well because I also had concerns. What company tells people-good things come to those who wait but doesn't hesitate to take our money? Listen, I am an easy going person, but this is getting crazy! Instead of waiting for us to email them with questions, they have our emails and they could have simply written just to let us know they were a little behind. And maybe I am mistaken, but wasn't it suppose to be here in September? And we heard the same story? I think this is lousy customer service. :mad:

I TOTALLY agree with this. Frankly, if they weren't going to press when they said they were (or even when they planned to), they should not have hit my checking account for their money.

If they are able to put together a publication, then they certainly should be able to send a group email to those of us who paid good money. I'm sorry.

[Sea-Donkey]

Don't worry if you paid by paypal...they'll refund it if it turns out to be a scam...at least I've had good luck with them in the past.
Hopefully, they'll start arriving soon and we'll all be pleased.

[travelgoddess]

Hi Mary!
I'm happy to say that the first issue at the printers (we had to take an extra week or two to make sure everything was just right), and will be mailing out in just a few days, so the first issue should be in your hands in a week or so. Thanks for your patience, and I do hope you enjoy it...! :-)

Thanks for writing and take care!
Tim Foster
Guide to the Magic/Celebrations Magazine

[MJAJmom]

I emailed the magazine asking when the first edition was coming out. I got a very quick response. Here it is...


We needed to take an extra couple of weeks to make sure everything was JUST
so, but I'm very happy to say that the first issue is on its way to the
mail house and should be arriving soon! I'm hoping to have the second issue
out by early December to "catch us up" so to speak. Lou and I and everyone
else involved are very happy with how it turned out, hopefully you will
enjoy it too :-)
Thanks for your patience (and please pass the word along if you know anyone
else who is anxiously waiting)!

Thanks so much!
Tim Foster
Guide to the Magic/Celebrations Magazine

[JoJo's Mom]

I AM SO EXCITED!!!!!!! :banana: :woohoo: :yay: I just came across this today and immediately signed up. The ad does say Oct. I hope being I "just" signed up mine doesn't take that much longer to receive.

[wdwgirl03]

I asked this as well because I also had concerns. What company tells people-good things come to those who wait but doesn't hesitate to take our money?

That is exactly what I was thinking. I am kind of upset that I had to pay right away and we still haven't gotten anything. :confused3

[luvs_eeyore]

That is exactly what I was thinking. I am kind of upset that I had to pay right away and we still haven't gotten anything. :confused3

That's kind of the way it is with most magazine subscriptions, though, isn't it? They usually take a month or two to start. Hopefully no one's been waiting much longer than that!

[suzimar57]

really looking forward to this magazine!!!!

[ToGreen78]

So has anyone received their magazine yet? :confused3

[tinknme]

So has anyone received their magazine yet? :confused3


Still waiting here...........

[*KeepMovingForward*]

Oh I posted this on another thread about this mag and see that more people are on this one. Lou Mongello had Tim Foster from Guide to the Magic on his podcast this week and they talked about their magazine. They said it is finished, has gone to press and that we should expect it in 2-3 weeks. :thumbsup2

Since your post was on the 6th...I guess we all should be watching our mailboxes for its arrival any day now. I hope something comes before Halloween. I need a Disney fix! :yay:

[mickeysgirl17]

I've been checking everyday. Nothing yet.

[NikkiLovesWDW!]

Since your post was on the 6th...I guess we all should be watching our mailboxes for its arrival any day now. I hope something comes before Halloween. I need a Disney fix! :yay:

Yes I've been hoping any day now! Someone on another thread said they received an e-mail on Mon or Tues saying it would be in the next week so I'm hoping by Monday it will be here!! It better be good! (I know it will be)

[*KeepMovingForward*]

It better be good! (I know it will be)

I'm sure it will be good...but waiting is so tough! :sad2: :rotfl:

[Mr. & Mrs. Smith]

I'll believe it when I see it. I'm glad I didn't subscribe yet. When/if you guys actually get your copies, you'll have to let us know how it is. Personally, I think the price is a little high for a subscription of 6 issues.

[NikkiLovesWDW!]

Just finished listening to Lou's podcast for this week and he said the magazine is OFF THE PRESSES and ON THE WAY TO US!!! :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:
The celebrations press website also says "now available."
Hopefully it will be in the mail by tomorrow!!

[mickeysgirl17]

Good news. I'll be checking the mail every day.

[willis37862]

Just finished listening to Lou's podcast for this week and he said the magazine is OFF THE PRESSES and ON THE WAY TO US!!! :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:
The celebrations press website also says "now available."
Hopefully it will be in the mail by tomorrow!!

:banana: :banana: :banana: :banana: :banana: :banana:

[lugnut33]

Yeah, I just subcribed a couple of weeks ago. I needed some new reading material for the bathr.... umm I mean library.

[Sea-Donkey]

Still haven't seen the 1st issue...

[Sea-Donkey]

They've added the 1st issue to the website...you can buy it as a back order, so maybe the 1st issues have mailed?

[bytheblood]

Still waiting...........

[meliss8599]

I would venture to guess that if we all filed an "Item Not Received" claim w/PayPal LOL.......................

[WilsonFlyer]

What the heck. I'll jump in too. Not the first $25 I've ever thrown away for Disney if it doesn't come. :rotfl2:

[mickeysgirl17]

Still patiently waiting here too. Checking the mail every day.....

[Sea-Donkey]

I just tried to file a paypal claim and was past the 45 day mark. I think we've all been scammed...I don't know who originally posted this or where they found it. I'm calling paypal tomorrow...I hate being scammed, just the principal of the thing, especially as much as paypal (which is a scam itself) has made off me selling Ebay stuff over the years.

[Tinkergirl]

I just tried to file a paypal claim and was past the 45 day mark. I think we've all been scammed...I don't know who originally posted this or where they found it. I'm calling paypal tomorrow...I hate being scammed, just the principal of the thing, especially as much as paypal (which is a scam itself) has made off me selling Ebay stuff over the years.

You think so? Urrrggg...... Hey, do they have a phone number we can call? Is there any way to look up the company to see if it is reputable? I can try but I def welcome someone else incase I don't have any luck! :scared:

[mickeysgirl17]

I don't think we've been scammed. Lou Mongello talks about this magazine and his reputation speaks for itself. I don't think its a scam at all. It's just probably taking them a little while to get started since its a brand new magazine and this will be the first issue.

The website is still working and people who have sent an email are getting responses. That's a good sign. Just give it a few more days.

[Sea-Donkey]

Maybe, but considering we all paid with Paypal (which has an email on each account), you'd think they'd send out a mass email explaining the delay. I hope it wall works out.

[TLinden16]

Since this isn't really about trip planning, we're moving all discussions on this magazine over to the theme parks community board.

[Rhode Island Quahog]

I just got this email...wanted to post it all for you.

Hi Valerie!
Yeah, I just got an email from someone alerting me to what was going on on the DISBoards (which you've probably guessed I don't visit very much, particularly lately since I've been so busy with the magazine!).
Obviously it upsets me greatly that Lou and I have inadvertently caused a bit of angst (I guess that's an understatement!). If you're on the boards PLEASE PLEASE reassure everybody that the first issue really and truly is on its way (it's all up to the post office now so we'll see how speedy they are). The delay from our first promise date was due to a number of factors, not the least of which was my eternal optimism!! We also wanted to be REALLY sure that we made the first issue as good as it could be, and Disney actually had some last minute news that we wanted to be sure got in the magazine.
We're already hard at work on the second issue which will be out in early December, and we're burning the midnight oil to get ourselves back on our original schedule. I sincerely hope that everyone who knows Lou and I (well, more people probably know Lou) would know that we are both very passionate about sharing the magic of Disney with everyone (that's why we do this) and we would never ever ever do anything that we felt would upset anyone!
Also, if you could, let everyone know that if they email me I will always answer back, if it seems I didn't get back to them then that's a mistake on my part (perhaps I inadvertently deleted an email or something!)...just try me again!
Just remember that this is all about sharing the magic...and I do hope everyone is happy with the magazine, once they receive it of course!

Take care, and again I deeply apologize for any distress I might have caused you!!!
Tim

[Sea-Donkey]

I understand that, but how hard it is to send out an email to those that paid already? I mean, they have the addresses...

[Mr. & Mrs. Smith]

The delay from our first promise date was due to a number of factors, not the least of which was my eternal optimism!! We also wanted to be REALLY sure that we made the first issue as good as it could be, and Disney actually had some last minute news that we wanted to be sure got in the magazine.

That doesn't fill me with optimism. Won't they have the same problem with every deadline? They will always want to try and make things perfect and Disney will always come out with more news just as you go to publication. That is, in fact, the nature of any business that deals with news. I am definitely not going to bother subscribing. They've lost a potential customer in me.

[brennicksmom]

I just checked the website and it says that past issues are still available to order. I haven't received my first issue yet!!

[scarlett24]

I placed my order for this mag. about 8 weeks ago, and thought the first issue would be sent the end of Sept. I have not recieved it yet , and am wondering if anyone else has recieved it yet. Thanks in advance, Mary

[KJ Luvs Pluto]

I ordered and paid the beginning of August and haven't received it yet either. There is another thread here somewhere that mentioned they were a little behind schedule and were hoping to get it out the middle to end of October. So we are all checking our mailboxes and being disappointed each night - but hopefully there will be a nice surprise one of these evenings.

[mickeysgirl17]

Actually, there are 2 or 3 other threads out there about the same thing. No one has recieved it yet and people have sent emails to the magazine to see what is going on.

They emailed back saying its on the way and that they were just adding last minute news to the magazine.

[bytheblood]

The same with all of us. They took my money on July 23rd and I am still waiting as well. ;)

[Mr. & Mrs. Smith]

Check the Theme Park Community Board for many more threads on this subject.

[Mickey1Fan]

I subscribed today and reading all of the postings I am wondering if I should have skipped ordering the premiere issue separately. I may get two copies of it.

[Sea-Donkey]

Another thread said they been taken to USPS...

[Tinkergirl]

That was me who sent them a link so that they could see the potential loss business they may loose. Hopefully it worked! ;)

[Sea-Donkey]

No luck today...maybe tomorrow.

[chrisann]

it's soon, as long as I have mine in time to read on the plane!!!:cool1:

[dizneedoll]

Lou Mongello said on his podcast this week that the magazines were now being shipped out and everyone that subscribed should be receiving them soon!

[sbell111]

I just checked the website and it says that past issues are still available to order. I haven't received my first issue yet!!Since issue #1 has been shipped, it's a 'past issue'.

[Jrabbit910]

It really does look like it could be a good mag... When received please post your opinions of it! I would love to get it if its worth it! :)
GL to all waiting on thier delivery! :wizard:

[Sea-Donkey]

Oct 24 and still a no show...

[mickeysgirl17]

Me too....nothing.

[wdwgirl03]

Nothing for me either. AHHHH I can't take it anymore, I want my magazine!

[Sea-Donkey]

Got an email from them in response to my paypal "non receipt" claim. They said the magazine is in the hands of the USPS and should be arriving shortly. Whoever gets one 1st, please post. Thanks.

[meliss8599]

Got an email from them in response to my paypal "non receipt" claim. They said the magazine is in the hands of the USPS and should be arriving shortly. Whoever gets one 1st, please post. Thanks.

I got a similar email in response to my claim as well. If it's in the "hands of the postal carriers" I would hope it would reach all of us by the weekend. I'll post if/when I receive it and hope others do the same. I can't wait to devour this magazine from cover to cover!

[sau418]

Has anyone recieved theirs yet?

[*KeepMovingForward*]

Has anyone recieved theirs yet?

Nothing in my mailbox yet, but bulk/media mailings are typically slow. Hopefully it comes by the end of the month.

[NikkiLovesWDW!]

Ugh, everyday I think "today has GOT to be the day!" I'm so impatient!!

[mickeysgirl17]

I've still been checking the mail every day too and still nothing. This is getting really ridiculous.

[willis37862]

Ugh, everyday I think "today has GOT to be the day!" I'm so impatient!!

Me too. And then as soon as it comes and I read it all I will have to wait two months for another one :scared:

[Atchley]

Just wondering if anyone had gotten their magazine yet. I see no one has. I had forgotten all about it. Was thinking maybe I had wasted my money. Hope it comes soon.

[Sea-Donkey]

Still nothing in my mailbox. Anyone else? Bueller?

[meliss8599]

Bueller?

[smt218]

Just wondering if anyone had gotten their magazine yet. I see no one has. I had forgotten all about it. Was thinking maybe I had wasted my money. Hope it comes soon.

I haven't received the magazine yet. Has anyone?

[karen l]

Lou has a message up that people are beginning to receive the mag.
Hopefully we'll all see ours this week!:goodvibes