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Marketplace Co-Op Opens in Downtown Disney

7 June 2014 by Suzannah Otis 1 Comment

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Marketplace Co-Op Grand OpeningThe much anticipated Marketplace Co-Op opened its doors officially on Friday, June 6. The newest addition to the Marketplace side of Walt Disney World’s Downtown Disney is now home to six unique boutique style shopping areas. Rather than having several large areas in a store like World of Disney, the Co-Op offers a few smaller selections of specific or unique items you may not find anywhere else.

As with all great Disney things, there is, of course, a backstory to the Marketplace Co-Op. I’m paraphrasing here, but basically, the fictional town that grew up around Disney Springs consisted of local citrus farmers and other merchants who wanted a place to trade their wares and produce. Given the sometimes unforgiving Florida weather, the merchants wanted a place under a roof, and thus the “Marketplace Co-Operative Citrus and Produce Exchange” was created. A nod to this “past” can be seen in the center of the Co-Op, with hanging vintage items used to measure and weigh produce and other goods. A nice, yet simple little story (that will probably go unnoticed by most, but lovely nonetheless). I know as a child of the original Lake Buena Vista Shopping Village (later Disney Village Marketplace), one of the first things I did was look up to the skylight where  Mickey’s Character Shop once lived. It’s nice to see it still there, and a part of this new “history”.

I like the spaces that were left open in the Co-Op, a cross-shape of wide hallways/walkways extends from Tren-D to Guest Relations, and from the front entrance back to Cherry Tree Lane. In this sense, it really does have a marketplace feel. I grew up in Boston and we’d visit Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market in downtown Boston all the time, and I remember the wide hallways between the different food and shop vendors. This is a much smaller version of a traditional farmer’s market/marketplace of the past.

Marketplace Co-Op Grand Opening

All of the areas, with the exception of Cherry Tree Lane with its wallpaper and more permanent looking fixtures, are on wheels and look very easily moveable, should Disney want to change out a shop or its theme in the future. Each little shop looks at home and has its own definite theme. The Trophy room, filled with sports shirts and items from college to national to international teams really reminded me of my very first role as a cast member at the Main Street Athletic Club in the Magic Kingdom. It has a great, vintage sports feel to it. D-Tech and Beautifully Disney let the merchandise do the talking in their sections, while Zoey and Pickles looks like any tween’s dream bedroom. Centerpiece has the most Co-Op feel to it with rustic crates and bare wood exposed throughout. Cherry Tree Lane is like stepping into a more elegant boutique, with painted white wood, brick and lots of natural light from the doors leading to the parking area.

Currently, there are a few exclusives here at the Marketplace Co-Op, like a D-Tech On Demand personalized phone case printer, which also has DVC exclusive resort cases, which you must be a member to purchase. There are a couple of new Dooney and Bourke bags, with more to come, and of course, most of the Centerpiece merchandise is truly unique (and what most guests were buying both times I visited!). Much of the Centerpiece merchandise is available online as well, so if you aren’t planning a visit any time soon, but want to stock up on all this cool new stuff, keep checking back to see what they’ve added!

Marketplace Co-Op Centerpiece

I made a second visit today and spent about an hour in Centerpiece alone, making the painstaking decisions about what items to bring home! I have a feeling I’ll be back for more – soon!

Here’s a gallery of what opening day was like at the Marketplace Co-Op – including the grand opening ceremony! (click to enlarge) —

 

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Marketplace Co-Op Downtown Disney
Marketplace Co-Op Downtown Disney
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Marketplace Co-Op Downtown Disney
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Marketplace Co-Op Downtown Disney
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Marketplace Co-Op Downtown Disney
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Marketplace Co-Op Downtown Disney
Marketplace Co-Op Downtown Disney
Marketplace Co-Op Downtown Disney
Marketplace Co-Op Downtown Disney
Marketplace Co-Op Downtown Disney
Marketplace Co-Op Downtown Disney
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Filed Under: Disney Merchandise, Disney News, Top Stories Tagged With: Adventureland merchandise, Beautifully Disney, boutique shops, centerpiece, Cherry Tree Lane, D-Tech on Demand, Disney Merchandise, Disney Springs, Dole Whip merchandise, Downtown Disney, Downtown Disney Marketplace, Downtown Disney refurb, Downtown Disney remodel, Fantasyland merchandise, Frontierland merchandise, Little Orange Bird, Marketplace Co-Op, Orange Bird, The Trophy Room, Walt Disney World, Zoey and Pickles

Marketplace Co-Op To Open June 6 at Downtown Disney

10 May 2014 by Suzannah Otis Leave a Comment

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Marketplace Co-Op

For quite some time now, construction walls, demolition and change has been the norm at Downtown Disney. We are finally about to see some of the fruits of those labors as Marketplace Co-op is set to open on June 6. That date is not confirmed and is of course based on construction progress and subject to change, but exciting nonetheless! We have also heard that once this new set of stores opens up, the area will be officially renamed The Landing as the first area of Disney Springs to open. We will of course update this post if we hear anything has changed.

I heard the news of the opening date today while at the debut of the newest Beautifully Disney collection, Curiouser and Curiouser, featuring Alice in Wonderland inspired make-up and accessories. Beautifully Disney will be one of 6 boutique-like spaces making up the Marketplace Co-Op.

Beautifully Disney Curiouser and Curiouser
Beautifully Disney Curiouser and Curiouser collection

Beautifully Disney Curiouser and Curiouser
Free mini-makeovers and nail polish testing was done today for the launch.

 

According to the Disney Parks Blog, “at inauguration, The Marketplace Co Op’s six new spaces will be:

  • Beautifully Disney – A beauty destination for woman featuring make-up, fragrance and beauty accessories.
  • Cherry Tree Lane – Accessories for the sophisticated woman with a passion for scarves, shoes, bags and jewelry.
  • D-Tech on Demand – A place to personalize and customize your own electronic accessories.
  • The Trophy Room- Vintage inspired, lifestyle sports apparel and collectibles.
  • Centerpiece – Home product for Guests that want a splash of Disney in their room furnishings, textiles and everyday ware.
  • Zoey and Pickles – A girls’ destination containing the latest trends and glamour for the up and coming fashionista.”

We shared a little bit of what Cherry Tree Lane will have to offer, and Centerpiece also has fans counting down the days till we can hand over our money in exchange for these great designs and themed items. Take a look, I think the images speak for themselves (all images ©Disney) :

Marketplace Co-Op Centerpiece

 

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Marketplace Co-Op Marketplace Co-Op

 

Marketplace Co-Op

 

Which section of the Co-Op are you most excited about? Fingers crossed for a June 6 opening so we can all check it out soon!

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Filed Under: Disney Merchandise, Disney News, Top Stories Tagged With: Adventureland merchandise, Beautifully Disney, centerpiece, Cherry Tree Lane, D-Tech on Demand, Disney Merchandise, Disney Springs, Dole Whip merchandise, Downtown Disney, Downtown Disney Marketplace, Fantasyland merchandise, Frontierland merchandise, Marketplace Co-Op, Marketplace Co-Op opening date, Orange Bird, The Landing, The Trophy Room, Walt Disney World, Zoey and Pickles

TODAY: Titanic the Experience Hosts Coolest Event in Town-With SNOW!

25 July 2013 by Suzannah Otis Leave a Comment

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Here’s a fun thing to do if you are in the area today and needing to cool down. I recently got to tour the Titanic The Experience attraction and it was pretty amazing how detailed it is. I loved the part where you are given a boarding pass and then you find your name at the end to see if you survived. It really puts this historical tragedy into perspective. I loved all of the artifacts as well. It really is a must-see attraction if you are looking for something different or have some history buffs in the family. Check out the special event below:

Titanic the Experience
WHAT: Titanic The Experience is hosting a way for people to cool off this summer with “Titanic Beats the Heat.” Titanic The  Experience is one of the coolest places in town with its own iceberg in the exhibit. To showcase its frostiness, Titanic  The Experience will host a snow day complete with ice carving and snowfall.
“Titanic Beats the Heat” will be hosted in the parking lot of Titanic The Experience. Tickets to the exhibit may be  purchased at the exhibition box office, online at www.titanictheexperience.com/orlando or by calling 407-248-1166.
WHEN: Thursday, July 25, 2013
11:00 a.m. — 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Titanic The Experience
7324 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32819
The exhibition is located between Sea World and Universal Studio on International Drive

About Titanic The Experience:

                  Titanic   The Experience reopened in January 2012 after undergoing extensive enhancements and renovations under the new owner, Premier Exhibitions and RMS Titanic, Inc.  Among the additions, 100 authentic artifacts recovered from the wreck site of Titanic were added, in celebration of the 2012 Centennial anniversary of the sinking of Titanic. The second largest piece of Titanic ever recovered, a two ton section of the Ship’s hull, is now the centerpiece of this interactive Exhibition.

Titanic The Experience is located in a 20,000 square foot museum quality space on International Drive.  The Exhibition offers visitors a unique opportunity to experience the legendary Titanic like never before.  Trained actors in period costume depicting famous passengers from the Ship lead guided tours through the Exhibition’s 17 galleries complete with full-scale re-creations of the Titanic’s most famous rooms, including her Grand Staircase, First Class Parlor Suite, Boilers and Promenade Deck.  More information about the Exhibition can be found by visiting: www.TitanicTheExperience.com

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Filed Under: Florida Theme Parks & Attractions Tagged With: authentic artifacts, centennial anniversary, centerpiece, history buffs, interactive exhibition, international drive orlando, Orlando FL, premier exhibitions, rms titanic inc, sinking of titanic, snow day, snowfall

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