Disney Collection by Vera Bradley Coming to the Disneyland Resort September 23, 2013
August 15, 2013 in All Posts, disneyland, disneyland resort, merchandise, walt disney world
I have been eagerly awaiting the release of the new Disney Collection by Vera Bradley since the collaboration was announced earlier this year. Thankfully, my wait will soon be over, as the official release dates were announced this morning. The collection will be available for purchase at Walt Disney World on September 21st, at the Disneyland Resort on September 23rd, and on the Disney Parks Online Store beginning in October. The initial collection will feature two patterns- the first, a vibrant pink called “Just Mousing Around,” the second a called “Midnight with Mickey” with a black background and vibrant floral pattern. The bags will be available in several styles including: totes,...
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Babes In Disneyland Reader Meet-up This Friday at Disney’s Grand California Hotel!
August 8, 2013 in All Posts, babes in disneyland, d23
This weekend, Disney fans from around the globe will be descending upon Anaheim for the third D23 Expo. I will be there the entire weekend to experience all of the Disney goodness and report back on the blog to all of you about everything I learned and experienced.The Expo kicks off Friday morning and Friday evening, I thought it would be fun to meet up with Babes In Disneyland fans who happen to be in town for all the festivities. Some of the Babes In Disneyland writers and I will be hanging out at the Hearth Stone Lounge at...
Weekly Update for Limited Time Magic (August 5, 2013)
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Happy August everyone! The D23 Expo is happening this weekend with exciting updates and more about what’s in store for The Disneyland Resort! There are a few fun merchandise items this week for Limited Time Magic – go check it out!Limited Time Magic On the HorizonCommemorative Planes Wings In honor of the upcoming Disney*Pixar film Planes, junior pilots can get their hands on their own pair of commemorative pilot wings at Soarin’ Over California. This item is available for kids between the ages of 5 and 13 – while supplies last!Year of the Ear: Cover Your Ears with Heroes...
THIS PAGE HAS BEEN UPDATED. CLICK HERE TO GO TO THE 2015 EDITION. The countdown is on to the 2013 D23 Expo. In fact, I have already started packing my new camera equipment and all of the tricks of the trade I need to bring the incredible stories, video and photos of the Expo to all of you who cannot attend. If you will be heading to the Expo this weekend, here are a few tips from my experiences covering the last two Expos–from sun up to sun down. 1. Wear comfortable shoes! If you think you walk around...
Dole Whip Outside Walt Disney World and Disneyland…at Menchie’s
August 2, 2013 in All Posts, dole whip
Two days ago my boys were pretty amped when I told them that one of their “field trips” for their summer day camp this week was to walk to our local Menchie’s. My husband and I laughed but the kids were thrilled with the idea of going to get frozen yogurt and all of the toppings they want without my husband and me there. My first out-of-Disney Dole Whip When I picked the boys from camp that day, they ran up to me and exclaimed, “Mom! They have Dole Whip at Menchie’s.” I couldn’t even process what they were...
Fun Facts About the Haunted Mansion Grand Hall
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Photo courtesy of the Disneyland Resort If you’ve ever ridden through the ballroom scene in Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion and said to yourself, “I’d like to know how they do that!” then today’s Fun Fact Friday post is for you. Walt Disney loved to pull back the curtain and show people what they were working on and how it worked, and today we carry on that tradition in the hopes that knowing some of the how may inspire you to do things that seem impossible. If you’d rather not know the “secret” of the haunts in this room, stop reading...
Throwback Thursday: Silhouettes as Memorabilia
August 1, 2013 in All Posts, Jessica, shopping tips, Tips & Tricks for Families
One of my very favorite things about Disneyland (and obviously Walt Disney World) are the souvenirs and memorabilia that you bring home from your trip that will forever be a reminder of the wonderful memories you made. For this Throwback Thursday (#TBT) I thought it would be fun to share some “throwback” silhouettes my family has had made on our Disney vacations through the years. Silhouette circa 1974 The silhouette that started it all – this silhouette was made on a trip my parents took to celebrate their first anniversary. Silhouette circa 1984 Somewhat later, I came along and...
Club Penguin Parental Controls for things that go bump in the night…
July 31, 2013 in All Posts, club penguin
I recently shared how much my sons love Club Penguin, especially my oldest son. Heck, he even made a video for parents about Club Penguin. (Check out my post all about the ins and outs of Club Penguin by clicking here.) The thing about my son Aidan is that he is kind of addicted to technology. I can’t fault him for it, as he’s a chip off the old block. The problem is that he is so addicted, we have to set very firm limits for his game play. Aidan has always loved technology. As young as 2-years-old, he...
Everything you need to know about Disneyland’s Pixie Hollow Meet-and-Greet
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Pixie Hollow is one of our new must visit locations at Disneyland. Even though it’s been open for many years now we’ve never visited mostly because we’ve been daunted by the long wait time (45+ minutes on a busy day) and worried that because she hadn’t seen the movies Emma wouldn’t be as interested or excited to meet the Fairies. Lately, however, Emma has taken a real interest in the movies and characters (Tinker Bell and Rosetta being her favorites) making a trip to Pixie Hollow a must-do on our itinerary. Emma in front of Tinker Bell’s House Larger...
Weekly Update for Limited Time Magic (July 30, 2013)
July 30, 2013 in All Posts, disneyland resort, legacy annual pass, limited time magic, vy
We’re well into summertime and finding fun ways to beat the heat and get ready for the cool holiday spirit! Check out this week’s Limited Time Magic offerings at the Disneyland Resort. Limited Time Magic On the Horizon Beat the heat with a Monstrous Eye-Scream Sundae! (Available through August 4, 2013) Photo courtesy of the Disneyland Resort Featuring Mike Wasowski’s famous eye, get your hands on this delicious summertime “eye scream” treat. The sundae is made up of 2 scoops of mint chip ice cream, hot fudge, whipped cream, cookie horns, a chocolate eye, and sprinkles inside a...