Disney News, Discussion & an Element of Fun - 2023 Edition

[sherlockmiles]

New Visa Card designs:

 

[Douglas Dubh]

That seems like a really long preview, 2 months.

j

That’s how they been doing it lately. A month of CM previews and a month of AP/DVC previews.

 

[jlundeen]

In addition to CM and APs previews, Golden Oak/Media/Club 33 also get some type of preview

 

[DianaMB333]

did you receive an email from WDW advertising Annual Passes? it seems they are getting ready to open sales again...

 

[HokieRaven5]

New Additions Coming to the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, Sprouting March 1
Today, I have exciting news to share. For the first time, topiaries of Mirabel, Antonio, Isabela and Luisa from Disney’s “Encanto” will make a grand appearance at the festival. Located near the EPCOT main entrance, these new topiaries are sure to be a must-do photo moment to mark your visit. (But remember: We don’t talk about Bruno.)

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And that’s not all. A new Princess Tiana topiary will grace The American Adventure. Plus, we also have returning favorites such as Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs; Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, Captain Hook and Tick Tock Croc; Figment; Anna and Elsa; and more.

The popular Garden Rocks Concert Series is back, featuring favorite tunes at the America Gardens Theatre. More details about the musical lineup will be released soon on the Disney Parks Blog.

Get your taste buds ready; you’re in for a treat! More than 15 Outdoor Kitchens will offer specialty menus of scrumptious cuisine and beverages. One of my favorites is The Citrus Blossom which will move to a new location at Odyssey. With fresh new menu items, you’ll want to sample all the mouth-watering delights.

Of course, you can commemorate your visit with official ‘70’s inspired Orange Bird merchandise, including apparel, headwear, drinkware and much more.

Spike’s Pollen-Nation Exploration will have people abuzz again. This springtime scavenger hunt is fun for all ages. Follow Spike the Bee on his pollination trail, where he will “bee” busy collecting nectar and pollinating gardens at EPCOT. Once you find him in each garden on your map, add the corresponding sticker of the plant he is visiting.

On the bridge to World Showcase, you can enjoy the sights and scents of spring with Blossoms of Fragrance presented by Scentsy. Surrounded by vibrant butterfly topiaries, guests will be invited to follow their noses to six scent stations—to form lasting memories with the help of unforgettable aromas.

 

[mousehouse23]

did you receive an email from WDW advertising Annual Passes? it seems they are getting ready to open sales again...

I didn't. What does it say, if you don't mind posting?

 

[HokieRaven5]

23 Artifacts Revealed for Disney100: The Exhibition in Philadelphia

 

[HokieRaven5]

Everything New You Can Stream on Disney+ in February

 

[DianaMB333]

I didn't. What does it say, if you don't mind posting?

it seems to be a newsletter for current passholders.. I thought it was an announcement
This is the link:
http://m.passholder.disneydestinations.com/nl/jsp/m.jsp?c=@4iHogMPBV6RtN/8ROvRnL220mJW6uoeATeEMYchrl3o=&CMP=EMC-1720236325|317706036
http://m.passholder.disneydestinations.com/nl/jsp/m.jsp?c=@4iHogMPBV6RtN/8ROvRnL220mJW6uoeATeEMYchrl3o=&CMP=EMC-1720236325|317706036

 

[HokieRaven5]

Good Morning Everybody

 

[HokieRaven5]

Bob Iger, Josh D’Amaro, and Jeff Vahle Touring Walt Disney World Together

Disney CEO Bob Iger, Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro, and Walt Disney World President Jeff Vahle were spotted touring Walt Disney World together this week.

 

[rangerxenos]

Good Morning!

 

[HokieRaven5]

Save Up to $700 on a 2-Night Stay at Select Disney Resort Hotels When Combined with Select Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Voyages

Offer Details​

Eligibility
Purchase of a Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser vacation package is required—valid for select voyages from February 5 through September 30, 2023.

Length of Stay Requirements

• Minimum – 1 night
• Maximum – 2 nights

Important Details

• Purchase of a Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiservacation package is required.
• The number of Resort hotel rooms allocated for this offer is limited.
• Offer not valid on select voyages, including those on the following dates:
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  • February 16, 18 and 22
  • March 12 and 14
  • April 3, 7, 9, 11 and 13
  • May 3 and 17
  • June 12 and 16
  • July 24
  • August 9, 15, 19, 21 and 23
• Savings based on the non-discounted price for the same Resort hotel room.
• Resort hotel stay must occur on dates immediately before or after the
  Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser voyage, but does not need to be on consecutive nights.
• A maximum of 2 nights in a Resort hotel room may be booked with this offer.
• Cancelling the reservation for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will result in the cancellation of the Resort hotel stay and any applicable cancellation fees will apply.
• All Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser package components are only valid during the
  Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser voyage and cannot be redeemed during the Resort hotel stay.
• Offer is nontransferable.
• Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion.
• Additional per-adult charges may apply if more than 2 adults in Resort hotel room.
• Discounted room offer excludes the following room types: campsites, cabins, studios and villas.

 

[HokieRaven5]

Had a great visit to @WaltDisneyWorld this week and I'm always so inspired by our spectacular cast members, who bring such talent and dedication to everything they do. Thank you!



Robert Iger Twitter

 

[Obi-J Kenobi]

Had a great visit to @WaltDisneyWorld this week and I'm always so inspired by our spectacular cast members, who bring such talent and dedication to everything they do. Thank you!

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Robert Iger Twitter

This picture only gets better if Big Papa Iger borrows that Mickey hand from the CM to his left.

 

[kylenne]

New Additions Coming to the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, Sprouting March 1
Today, I have exciting news to share. For the first time, topiaries of Mirabel, Antonio, Isabela and Luisa from Disney’s “Encanto” will make a grand appearance at the festival. Located near the EPCOT main entrance, these new topiaries are sure to be a must-do photo moment to mark your visit. (But remember: We don’t talk about Bruno.)

• 
• 

And that’s not all. A new Princess Tiana topiary will grace The American Adventure. Plus, we also have returning favorites such as Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs; Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, Captain Hook and Tick Tock Croc; Figment; Anna and Elsa; and more.

The popular Garden Rocks Concert Series is back, featuring favorite tunes at the America Gardens Theatre. More details about the musical lineup will be released soon on the Disney Parks Blog.

Get your taste buds ready; you’re in for a treat! More than 15 Outdoor Kitchens will offer specialty menus of scrumptious cuisine and beverages. One of my favorites is The Citrus Blossom which will move to a new location at Odyssey. With fresh new menu items, you’ll want to sample all the mouth-watering delights.

Of course, you can commemorate your visit with official ‘70’s inspired Orange Bird merchandise, including apparel, headwear, drinkware and much more.

Spike’s Pollen-Nation Exploration will have people abuzz again. This springtime scavenger hunt is fun for all ages. Follow Spike the Bee on his pollination trail, where he will “bee” busy collecting nectar and pollinating gardens at EPCOT. Once you find him in each garden on your map, add the corresponding sticker of the plant he is visiting.

On the bridge to World Showcase, you can enjoy the sights and scents of spring with Blossoms of Fragrance presented by Scentsy. Surrounded by vibrant butterfly topiaries, guests will be invited to follow their noses to six scent stations—to form lasting memories with the help of unforgettable aromas.

Love to hear about new topiaries. Don't love the continued association with an MLM.

 

[Jrb1979]

Had a great visit to @WaltDisneyWorld this week and I'm always so inspired by our spectacular cast members, who bring such talent and dedication to everything they do. Thank you!

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Robert Iger Twitter

He's good at PR that's for sure.

 

[BrianL]

He's good at PR that's for sure.

Which is one thing that sets him apart form Chapek that's for sure!

 

[Douglas Dubh]

Don't love the continued association with an MLM.

MLM?

 

[BrianL]

MLM?

Multi-Level Merketing - one of those deals where you get people to sell the product (aka Pyramid Scheme). Scentsy uses that business model.