Pete Docter’s Inside Out is based around a high concept executed to perfection. The mind is a control room operated by your emotions, who guide and protect you through every moment of every day.
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Outside the Parks – Exploring Disney Property by Emma Smith
When most people visit Walt Disney World, they usually try to spend as much time as possible in the parks since a lot of money is spent on park tickets. However, if this isn’t your first time to WDW or you’re enjoying Disney for a longer period of time, it can be fun to explore some of the other entertainment Disney has to offer. Here are some of my favorite places out of the parks on Disney property.
- The BoardWalk– Disney’s BoardWalk instantly transports you to the glitz and glamor of turn-of-the-century boardwalks like Coney Island and seaside towns in New England. There, you’ll find amazing food, fun entertainment, and beautiful scenery. During the daytime, a plethora of recreational activities are available for people of all ages- from renting a Surrey bike to setting out on the water on a rented boat. During later hours, older guests can experience the nightlife at Jellyroll’s and the Atlantic Dance Hall, while younger visitors and families will be amazed by live entertainers like jugglers and magicians at dusk and night. The BoardWalk is within walking distance of both Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, but you can also catch a Friendship boat both to and from both parks.
- Downtown Disney– Downtown Disney is a massive shopping, dining, and entertainment complex. It is home to the world’s largest Disney store, World of Disney, along with forty other shops (and counting). If you are in the mood for some good grub, try one of Downtown Disney’s world-class restaurants. From dining in the jungle at Rainforest Cafe to enjoying fresh seafood from Fulton’s Crab House, there’s something for everyone at Downtown Disney. For entertainment, House of Blues offers live bands, while Cirque du Soleil: La Nouba features a stunning acrobatic circus that can only be seen in Walt Disney World. Downtown Disney is also a nice way to get away from the crowds at the parks to just stroll around and enjoy the scenery.
- Disney Resorts– Although this may be more of an obvious choice, the Disney Resorts are so unique that it’s hard not to be amazed by them. The diversity that flows throughout the dozens of resorts is astounding. In a matter of minutes, you can travel to the savannas of Africa to the sandy shores of the Caribbean to the golden era of the Victorian age, and everything in-between. Whether you’re staying in a particular Disney resort or not, it can be fun to just explore what Disney has to offer with accommodations and the entertainment found at each respective resort. Many resorts also offer exclusive dining options that can’t be found anywhere else on property. All of the Disney resorts can be accessed from the complimentary bus service offered at all parks, and a few are found along the Monorail line that runs from the Transportation and Ticket Center and Magic Kingdom. Even if it’s just to sit in the lobby to take a breather, visiting the Disney resorts is an experience of its own.
The next time you’re visiting Walt Disney World, I hope you take the opportunity to explore everything the resort has to offer. There are so many options to continue the magic outside the parks, from mini-golf to water parks and more.
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Photos: Indiana Jones Themed ‘The Hangar’ Construction at Downtown Disney
Take a look at some photos of the ongoing construction of the Indiana Jones themed lounge, ‘The Hangar’. It is located between Paradiso 37 & The Boathouse Restaurant.
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Zuri’s Sweets Shop Now Open at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Guests can take their taste buds on a mouth-watering safari with a visit to Zuri’s Sweets Shop at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. This new merchandise location at Harambe Market in the Africa section of the park offers an assortment of wild new treats and eats.
Zuri’s Sweets Shop features 80 exclusive food items inspired by the sights, sounds and flavors of Africa. Guests can purchase themed decorative candy apples, assorted bulk trail mixes, uniquely flavored chocolate bars and delectable popcorn with a touch of African spices. Guests with a taste for barbeque also can find the signature sweet and spicy sauce from the park’s popular Flame Tree Barbecue.
This unique location also includes a colorful confectionary case filled with a variety of candies and baked treats. Guests with a sweet tooth will be thrilled to find tiger-shaped sugar cookies, elephant-shaped caramel apples and colorful giraffe marshmallow pops alongside Disney confectionary classics, such as Mickey Mouse chocolate chip cookies and tasty chocolate fudge.
In addition to the festive themed food items, Zuri’s Sweets Shop also offers items for the home, such as decorative “Blessing Baskets” and African-inspired dinnerware and décor.
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Disney’s best-kept secrets
If you weren’t a believer in the magic of Walt Disney before, these obscure Disney World attractions and deals might change your mind.
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Inside Out: 22 Easter Eggs, In-Jokes And References You Need To See
If you don’t love Pixar then it’s likely you’re already beyond hope. For the past twenty years (yes, Toy Story really is that old), the studio’s been producing some of the best films that cinema has to offer, animated or otherwise, expertly blending wryly observed humour with incredibly potent emotional beats.
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Eerily Realistic Photos Show What Our Cities Would Look Like If ‘Star Wars’ Invaded
In a galaxy not far, far away, an artist created a series of photos showing “Star Wars” battleships crash-landing on Earth. The results are startling realistic.
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“Frozen” Summer Fun Cools Down Disney’s Hollywood Studios
“Frozen” Royal Welcome
Guests can watch and wave as Anna, Elsa, Kristoff and Olaf make their way through Disney’s Hollywood Studios twice daily in a festive cavalcade, accompanied by the Royal Arendelle Flag Corps and a flurry of skaters, skiers and ice cutters. Anna leads the procession in a horse-drawn sleigh, as Elsa glides by on a stunning ice palace float.
For the First Time in Forever: A “Frozen” Sing-Along Celebration
Just in time for “Frozen” Summer Fun, this popular show moves into the beautiful Hyperion Theater (formerly Superstar Television Theater), located right in the heart of Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Here, guests can join the Royal Historians of Arendelle as they host this fun and comedic retelling of the unique story of their kingdom, filled with delightful, sing-along moments from “Frozen,” plus all-new theater effects and special appearances by Anna, Elsa and Kristoff.
Olaf’s Summer Cool Down
As the temperature heats up, your Clients can cool off with Olaf who happily shares a burst of flurries from his personal snow cloud.
“Coolest Summer Ever” Dance Party
When the sun goes down, DJ Chill and some favorite Disney Characters take to the stage for the “Coolest Summer Ever” Dance Party where guests can rock out to a medley of the hottest “Frozen” hits!
“Frozen” Fireworks Spectacular
As the night comes to a close, guests can celebrate the coolest day ever as Anna, Elsa, Kristoff and Olaf come together at the Event Stage for a grand finale to the day’s festivities – an awe-inspiring “Frozen” Fireworks display set to the music of “Frozen” and, of course, a flurry of snow.
If guests are looking for something extra special to do, they can enjoy a day fit for Arendelle royalty with the “Frozen” Summer Fun Premium Package, which includes royal viewing access to a trio of these experiences. Each package includes:
- Reserved viewing for “Frozen” Royal Welcome – complete with regal refreshments, including soft drinks and ice cream.
- Reserved seating for a choice of one show time of For the First Time in Forever: A “Frozen” Sing-Along Celebration.”
- “Frozen” Fireworks Spectacular viewing with dessert party, featuring Frozen-themed desserts, as well as specialty alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
The cost for the package is $69 for adults, $39 for children ages 3-9. Tax and gratuity are included. Reservations can be made by calling 407-939-3463 or by visiting Disneyworld.com. Package availability is limited.
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2016 Walt Disney World Resort Vacation Packages Now Available
The 2016 Walt Disney Travel Company vacation packages for the Walt Disney World® Resort are now available.
If interested, Contact Travel Agents, Scott and Becky Donahue, of Wish Upon a Star With Us to plan and book your vacation.
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Why Are Eight Studios Working On ‘Disney Infinity 3.0’?
The Disney Infinity series has helped revive Disney’s interactive media group, turning a division that had amassed $1.4 billion in losses to its first year of profitability.
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