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Celebrating the rich cultures and vibrant landscapes of Spain, Mexico and the American Southwest through contemporary design and Old World traditions, Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort shines with renewed luster. On July 9, 2019, the resort will complete a multiyear re-imagining focused on today’s travelers, marking the official debut of a new tower, new restaurants and a new arrival experience.

The new Gran Destino Tower rises dramatically on the southeastern shores of Lago Dorado (“Golden Lake”), the resort’s 22-acre lake. The tower – opening to the public July 9 – offers 545 modern guest rooms (including 50 suites and club-level services), a grand two-story lobby, new meeting venues, and a rooftop restaurant and lounge with spectacular views.The distinctive tower becomes the stylish new gateway to the 2,385-room resort.

Gran Destino Tower takes its name from the classic Disney film “Destino.” Drawing inspiration from the surrealist animated short, the tower is a whimsical, magnificent visual feast, diverse in its design and execution. The tower’s outdoor Destino Plaza are also ideal for weddings, business receptions or other special events.

The next time you are at a Walt Disney World® Resort bus loop, tell them to be on the lookout for Mickey and his friends! 

This month, Walt Disney World buses are taking on a new look, adorned with the sensational six: Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy and Pluto. From the red and yellow colors of Mickey’s attire, to the iconic Minnie polka dots and the pastel hues of Daisy, you will now arrive at your favorite destinations in full Disney style, riding along with these beloved Disney characters.

And as if boarding a colorful bus worthy of a selfie isn’t enough, you will also enjoy refreshed interiors that include brand new blue seats and laminate floors. Some Walt Disney World buses will also have USB charging ports conveniently located between seats throughout, so Guests can stay in touch with family and friends and keep their cameras ready to capture every minute of your dream vacation.  The new buses sure do bring a fun look to the complimentary Walt Disney World transportation that resort Guests can enjoy throughout their vacations!

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Everyone in the world knows about Mickey Mouse, the bubbly mascot of The Walt Disney Company. Since first appearing in 1928, Mickey has become a global icon, likely the most instantly recognizable cartoon character in history. 

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Join tens of thousands of fans as they converge at Wizard World Chicago to celebrate the best in pop culture. Wizard World Chicago brought to you by the group who produces the most widely attended pop culture tour and has it all – Movies, Comics, Toys, Video Gaming, Games, TV, Anime, Manga, Horror, Wrestling, Original Art, Collectibles & More!

FEATURED CELEBRITY GUESTS
Jason Momoa – Aquaman, Game of Thrones, Stargate: Atlantis
Ben McKenzie – Gotham, Batman: Year One, The O.C.
Morena Baccarin – Gotham, Deadpool, Firefly/Serenity
Melissa Joan Hart – Sabrina the Teenage Witch, Clarissa Explains It All
Cary Elwes – The Princess Bride
Chris Sarandon – The Princess Bride, The Nightmare Before Christmas
David Giuntoli – Grimm, A Million Little Things
Matt Ryan – Constantine, DC’s Legends of Tomorrow
George Wendt – Cheers
…and many more!

SHOW HOURS
Thursday, August 22, 2019 – 4:00pm-9:00pm 
Friday, August 23, 2019 – 12:00pm – 7:00pm 
Saturday, August 24, 2019 – 10:00am – 7:00pm 
Sunday, August 25, 2019 – 10:00am – 4:00pm 

ADMISSION DETAILS
• All Admissions gain entry to Wizard World Chicago 2019.
• Important: Bring your printed e-Admissions to the event to gain admittance. 
• Up to 2 Children 10 and under get in FREE when accompanied by a paid adult 
• Admission will not be refunded.
• Admissions that are purchased from unauthorized websites (sites such as craigslist, eBay, StubHub, etc.) will not be honored for entry 
• Each admission is valid for the same person and may not be transferred. If you remove or tamper with a wristband it will not be replaced and you will not be allowed entry.
• Credit card will be charged at time of purchase.
• All Admissions have a Chicago of 9.25% included in the fees.
• Autograph fees may be required for some guests. 
• Talent subject to change. Admission will not be refunded due to Talent changes.

Platinum, Platinum Plus and Premier Passholders will have the opportunity to register for a preview of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge on select dates and times in August at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

How to Register

• Email invitations with registration details will be sent out later this summer. 
• If you are an eligible Passholder and would like to register a Guest to accompany you, that Guest must also have a valid Platinum, Platinum Plus or Premier annual pass, be listed on your Family & Friends list and have opted to share “All My Plans” with you.

Important Information

• Advance registration is required. 
• Platinum, Platinum Plus and Premier Passholders must register by making an online reservation for ONE event. 
• Valid Annual Pass and photo ID are required at check-in for each Passholder and Passholder Guest.
• Reservations are limited and are subject to availability.
• Activities and attractions are subject to change without notice.

Anyone who has ever taken a trip to one of the many Disney parks around the world will know there are a lot of different really unique and totally delicious foods at each of the parks. Some foods are even specific to a certain park or can only be purchased during a certain time of the year while other food items are available on the menus at parks all year round.

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If you are looking for a new and unique place to dine this summer, then we have some exciting news for you to share with them: Takumi-Tei is officially open at Epcot®! Located in World Showcase, the new signature table-service restaurant is the latest addition to the Japan pavilion. Here you will enjoy an upscale dining experience with exceptional and specialized service tailored to the unique atmosphere this restaurant provides.

The entire Takumi-Tei experience is focused on giving Guests a better understanding of Japanese culture, as explained by the Japanese cultural representatives. From the moment Guests walk in to the moment they put down your chopsticks for the last time, they’ll feel as if they’ve been transported to the island nation and will learn about Japanese traditions and their connection to the natural world. 

In addition to an incredible prix fixe multi-course tasting menu and a chef’s table experience, the dinner menu highlights wagyu beef in a sublime setting along with sushi, sashimi, unique desserts, signature cocktails, premium sake and much more.

Guests can start their meal with appetizers like Teien (meaning “garden” and featuring compressed watermelon and tuna sashimi), Nikomi Wagyu (braised wagyu short rib with roasted bone marrow), or Hama no Kani (“Crab on the Beach” featuring crab tossed in a light ponzu sauce as well whole toasted crab). For a vegetarian option, you can dine on the Agedashi Tofu with fried silken tofu, brown butter black rice and shimeji mushroom.

Entrées include exquisite dishes like Kamo Rosu and Takumi Gyuniku. The Kamo Rosu features roasted marinated duck with kabocha squash, edamame beans, Japanese mizuna, cured duck egg yolk, and a grape reduction. The Takumi Gyuniku, or artisan beef, shines the spotlight on a Japanese A-5 wagyu beef tenderloin with leek sauce, warishita, short rib gyoza, roast cippolini onion, curried potato, and seasonal mushroom

For the sushi and sashimi lovers, there are some delicious options. On the Maki Sushi menu, they’ll find Mozaiku (featuring tuna, yellowtail and asparagus). They can also try the Temari Sushi featuring a chef-selected assortment of oceanic delicacies. Or if sashimi is more your style, the Takumi Sashimi entrée features tuna, toro, salmon, yellowtail, uni and ikura.

Of course, there’s always room for dessert! Two choice selections include Kumo (yuzu cheesecake, spiced kabocha, orange yuzu gel and blackberry sake) or Suiren Dani (Water Lilly Valley featuring Japanese water cake, rose, kuromitsu and kinako crumb).

They will also find an extensive beverage menu with premium sake, wine, beer and cocktails. Specialty cocktails are themed to each of the five dining rooms and include Kochi (Joto Yuzu citrus sake, rum, fresh mint, yuzu juice and orange), Raiju (Haku Japanese vodka, spiced ginger beer and lime), Sakurajima (Japanese whisky sour smoked with cherrywood), and Kami (Roku gin, Sayuri “White Lilly” Nigori sake, calipco and lychee). 

As of today, Takumi-Tei is open for dinner in the Japan pavilion at Epcot starting at 4 p.m. daily. Walk-ups are currently being accepted, and reservations will be available beginning July 16, 2019, with bookings starting that same day. To book, visit the Walt Disney World® Resort website or call (407) WDW-DINE. To make reservations for the Chef’s Table Dining Experience, call Mitsukoshi directly at (407) 827-8504.

Be on the look out for the new and improved Disney transportation buses at Walt Disney World. They will feature Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy and Pluto. 

Some of the new Walt Disney World buses will have USB charging ports located between seats. Many of the buses will also feature new blue seats as well.

If you get to ride on one of these please let us know your thoughts.

Walt Disney World just got a little bit sweeter!

On Thursday, the Disney Food Blogrevealed that the Orlando theme park introduced a new flavor of their iconic Dole Whip pineapple soft serve ice cream, revealing the new Strawberry Dole Whip served as the Redd’s Revenge float at the Magic Kingdom.

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This Fourth of July, you’re invited to celebrate with Disney as they live stream “Disney’s Celebrate America! A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky” live from Magic Kingdom Park.

Their live stream, which you can catch right here on the Disney Parks Blog, will begin at 9:10 p.m. ET.