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New Disney Princesses and More Shoe Ornament Collection

25 June 2013 by Suzannah Otis Leave a Comment

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Disney character-inspired shoe ornament Overview

Last year we saw the release of the popular Mickey Ear ornaments and this year we have the release of the Disney shoe ornament! Just like the Mickey Ear ornaments before them you can find a shoe ornament for almost every popular character. Princesses, Villains, Minnie Mouse, Mary Poppins and even a shoe for Jack Skellington.

They can be found in most stores around WDW, but for the best selection check out Disney’s Days of Christmas at Downtown Disney and the Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe at Magic Kingdom.

Price: $22.95 each.

Jasmine (Aladdin)

Disney Jasmine character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Jasmine character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Jasmine character-inspired shoe ornament

Tiana (Princess and the Frog)

Disney Tiana character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Tiana character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Tiana character-inspired shoe ornament

Rapunzel (Tangled)

Disney Repunzel character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Repunzel character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Repunzel character-inspired shoe ornament

Ariel (The Little Mermaid)

Disney Ariel character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Ariel character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Ariel character-inspired shoe ornament

Belle (Beauty and the Beast)

Disney Belle character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Belle character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Belle character-inspired shoe ornament

Aurora (Sleeping Beauty)

Disney Aurora character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Aurora character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Aurora character-inspired shoe ornament

Snow White (Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs)

Disney Snow White character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Snow White character-inspired shoe ornament

Cinderella (Cinderella)

Disney Cinderella character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Cinderella character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Cinderella character-inspired shoe ornament

Evil Queen (Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs)

Disney Evil Queen character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Evil Queen character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Evil Queen character-inspired shoe ornament

Maleficent (Sleeping Beauty)

Disney Maleficent character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Maleficent character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Maleficent character-inspired shoe ornament

Queen of Hearts (Alice in Wonderland)

Disney Queen of Hearts character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Queen of Hearts character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Queen of Hearts character-inspired shoe ornament

Cruella De Vil (101 Dalmations)

Disney Cruella De Vil character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Cruella De Vil character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Cruella De Vil character-inspired shoe ornament

Ursula (The Little Mermaid)

Disney Ursula character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Ursula character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Ursula character-inspired shoe ornament

Daisy Duck

Disney Daisy Duck character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Daisy Duck character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Daisy Duck character-inspired shoe ornament

 

 

 

Minnie Mouse

Disney Minnie Mouse character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Minnie Mouse character-inspired shoe ornament 2-2
Disney Minnie Mouse character-inspired shoe ornament

Mary Poppins (Mary Poppins)

Disney Mary Poppins character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Mary Poppins character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Mary Poppins character-inspired shoe ornament

Jack Skellington (A Nightmare Before Christmas)

Disney Jack Skellington character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Jack Skellington character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Jack Skellington character-inspired shoe ornament

Alice (Alice in Wonderland)

Disney Alice in Wonderland character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Alice in Wonderland character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Alice in Wonderland character-inspired shoe ornament

Tinker Bell (Peter Pan)

Disney Tinker Bell character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Tinker Bell character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Tinker Bell character-inspired shoe ornament

 

You can also get your shoe ornaments personalized with things like names or dates.

Disney character-inspired shoe ornament Personalization

I immediately bought the Ariel and Rapunzel ornament as they are my favorite princesses. The shoes are incredibly detailed and the ribbon is on a hook so you can remove it if you want to put the shoes on a shelf instead. The shoe ornament is a wonderful little collectible!

Which one is your favorite? Which character would you like to see as a shoe ornament?

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Disney Ariel Makeup Collection by Sephora

24 June 2013 by Suzannah Otis 1 Comment

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 SEPHORA has created a series of captivating beauty collections inspired by beloved Disney Princess characters entitled Disney Reigning Beauties.  Each limited edition seasonal collection focuses on the individual style, personality and story of a specific Disney Princess, bringing her to life in a way that inspires women to create their own princess moments.

 

This summer dive into a daring journey of curiosity and discovery with the Disney Reigning Beauties Ariel Collection by SEPHORA, an assortment of color cosmetics, a signature fragrance and princess-worthy accessories that are inspired by the world under the sea and bold determination of Ariel from the classic Disney animated film, The Little Mermaid. The Disney Reigning Beauties Ariel Collection by SEPHORA captures the ethereal, yet vibrant colors depicted in the film in a stunning array of treasures, beyond your wildest dreams.

Disney Reigning Beauties Ariel Collection by Sephora Storylook Eyeshadow Palette Vol. 3 Ariel Edition

  • Storylook Eyeshadow Palette Volume 3 Ariel Edition ($55)

“Dare to Dream”

Chase the life you desire with this customized palette of 20 bright and brilliant shades, each inspired by and formulated to match the hues from the film. Encased in a keepsake box with original artwork that portrays Ariel in her grotto of collected treasures, these lustrous shades invite you to dare to dream and let your curiosity lead the way with a complete eyeshadow wardrobe.

Shades include:

 

Blue Lagoon

The moon shimmering on the lagoon

(shimmering blue)

Scuttle

Ariel’s skintone while talking to Scuttle

(shimmering pinky beige)

Flounder

Flounder coming out of the water

(matte nude)

Sebastian

Sebastian’s face

(matte coraly pink)

 

Flotsam

Flotsam in the shadows

(deep blue charcoal)

Sea Shells

Ariel’s sisters singing

(shimmering ivory)

Les Poissons

Chef Louis’ bloodthirsty shadow in the ‘Le Poissons’ scene

(dusty satin muave)

Caspian Sea

Light reflecting through the water on Atlantica

 (shimmering rich turquoise)

Your Voice

Ursula striking a deal with Ariel

(glistening silver pearl)

Unfortunate Souls

The smoke during Ursula’s finale

(matte lavender grey)

Atlantica

The shimmering turquoise colors of Atlantica

(shimmering sea foam green)

Fins

Ariel’s fin under the sea

(glittery mermaid green)

Sick of Swimmin’

Ariel’s first breath of air with legs

(shimmering opalescent)

Ursula

Ursula’s skintone in the shadows

(pearly purple)

Sha La La La

Fish chorus singing to Ariel and Eric

 (matte dark fuchsia)

Triton

The King shooting his triton

(shimmering gold)

Wanderin’ Free

Ariel imaging herself with legs

 (shimmering pink champagne)

Jetsam

Jetsam’s fins in the shadows

(deep teal with dark iridescent glitter)

Sea Witch

The Sea Witch in all her power and glory

(pearly violet)

Treasures Untold

Glistening water from King’s triton

(opalescent pale pink)

 

 

 

Sephora Beauty Insider can now order this eyeshadow palette online HERE

Disney Reigning Beauties Ariel Collection Part of Your World Eyeshadow Palette
  • Part of Your World Eyeshadow Palette ($30)

“Dreams are Realities in Waiting”

Open your eyes to endless possibilities with this captivating palette with four vibrant shades that are easy to apply and blend for a variety of mesmerizing eye looks. Let your eyes shimmer like the sea with these inspiring shades, including What’s-It (matte clay grey) and three glittery shades, Who’s-It (glittering white), Dinglehopper (iridescent light teal), and Snarfblat (violet with iridescent glitter).

Disney Reigning Beauties Ariel Collection by Sephora Sephora X What Cha-Nail-Callit Nail Lacquer Set

  • Sephora X What Cha-Nail-Callit Nail Lacquer Set ($24.50)

“Make a Splash”

Make a splash and get into a sea of trouble when you discover these six delightfully daring lacquers. Each sea-inspired shade brings Ariel’s underwater kingdom into a whole new world. Shades include: We In Luck Here (creamy coral red), Hotter Under The Water (creamy plum), Ariel (rich pearly turquoise), Off The Hook (pearly silver chrome), Life Is The Bubbles (iridescent glittery shimmer), and Devotin’ To Floatin’ (pearlescent teal).

Disney Reigning Beauties Ariel Collection by Sephora Mermaid Song Lipgloss Set

  • Mermaid Song Lipgloss Set ($38)

“Find Your Voice”

Be empowered, be bold, and find your voice with this set of four pigmented, glistening glosses that are fun and flirty, with a hint of feisty. Shades include: Dream Girl (perky pink), Sea Witch (bold berry), Redhead (rich red), Mermaid (courageous coral).

Disney Reigning Beauties Ariel Collection Kiss the Girl Eau de Parfum Spray

  • Kiss the Girl Eau de Parfum

Feel the passion of the moment with Kiss the Girl Eau de Parfum, an invigorating new fragrance inspired by the magical moment of true love’s first kiss. This captivating scent opens with a refreshing burst of bergamot, wet cucumber, and ozonic accord, and is brought to life with a splash of water notes, wild lilac and starfruit, all fused together with warm sandalwood and sensual velvet sensations of ambergris to make the moment last forever.

 

  • Kiss the Girl Eau de Parfum Spray, 50 mL ($58)

“All It Takes is One Kiss”

Disney Reigning Beauties Ariel Collection by Sephora Kiss the Girl Roll On Eau de Parfum

  • Kiss the Girl Roll On Eau de Parfum ($19)

“True Love is Beyond Words”

Disney Reigning Beauties Ariel Collection by Sephora Set The Mood Compact Mirror

  • Set the Mood Compact Mirror ($20)

“You’ve Got to be You”

Bat your eyes and pucker your lips with this beautifully designed deep sea treasure.

 

The Disney Reigning Beauties Ariel Collection by SEPHORA will be available for a limited time beginning in July 2013 in all SEPHORA stores, as well as by calling 1-877-SEPHORA or logging on to sephora.com via computer or smartphone.

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Target Disney Junior Sleepwear Collection & Springtime Merchandise!

10 May 2013 by Suzannah Otis Leave a Comment

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If you are looking to find some cute and more affordable Disney merchandise, Target is always a great idea! Right now they have come out with a really nice juniors sleepwear collection featuring Disney characters like Ariel and Tinker Bell!

You can find the collection both in stores and online. The sizes run from junior XS-XL.

Minnie Mouse Sleepwear
Minnie Mouse Sleepwear
Evil Queen Sleepwear
Evil Queen Sleepwear
Tinker Bell Sleepshirt
Tinker Bell Sleepshirt
Ariel Sleepshirt
Ariel Sleepshirt
Evil Queen Sleepwear
Evil Queen Shorts and tank set
Tinker Bell Sleepwear
Tinker Bell Shorts and tank set
Snow White Sleepwear
Snow White Shorts and tank set
Lady and the Tramp Sleepwear
Lady and the Tramp Shorts and tank set

Target also have some exciting new merchandise being released for spring!

Disney Consumer Products celebrates springtime with a line of products, featured below, including books and eBooks with your favorite characters, such as Minnie Mouse, Mater, and Phineas and Ferb; swimwear from Disney Store for boys and girls, perfect for spring break; and fun and flirty clothes and accessories by D-Signed Stylediaries found exclusively at Target.

 

Minnie: Easter Bonnet Parade
Minnie: Easter Bonnet Parade
Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Mickey’s Easter Hunt
Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Mickey’s Easter Hunt
Pooh’s Easter Basket
Pooh’s Easter Basket
Phineas and Ferb: The Easter Eggs-travaganza
Phineas and Ferb: The Easter Eggs-travaganza
Disney Bunnies: I Love You, My Bunnies
Disney Bunnies: I Love You, My Bunnies
Mater and the Easter Buggy
Mater and the Easter Buggy
Toy Story: The Bunny Surprise
Toy Story: The Bunny Surprise
D-Signed Stylediaries Collection Crepe De Chine Sleeveless Button Front Top with Stud Embellishment
D-Signed Stylediaries Collection Crepe De Chine Sleeveless Button Front Top with Stud Embellishment
D-Signed Stylediaries Collection Multi Chiffon Skirt with Daisy Detailing
D-Signed Stylediaries Collection Multi Chiffon Skirt with Daisy Detailing
D-Signed Stylediaries Collection Water Color Floral Chiffon Wrap Hi Low Dress
D-Signed Stylediaries Collection Water Color Floral Chiffon Wrap Hi Low Dress
D-Signed Stylediaries Collection Bejeweled Flower and Gem Bracelet Set
D-Signed Stylediaries Collection Bejeweled Flower and Gem Bracelet Set
Jake and the Never Land Pirates Swim Wear
Jake and the Never Land Pirates Swim Wear
Ariel Swim Suit
Ariel Swim Suit
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Disney Parks Merchandise Update!

10 May 2013 by Suzannah Otis Leave a Comment

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Our Merchandise Correspondent Corinne is back with some updates on what’s she’s been seeing in the Disney Parks and Resorts over the past few weeks! More to come from Corinne soon!

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Classic Disney Signs and lots of new t-shirts are the theme of this weeks merchandise report.

 Featured Image Signs

These classic Disney attractions signs showed up at DHS and became really popular fast. According to a CM more of them will be in stock soon. They are wood signs and all run for $150 each.

Disneyland wood sign
Disneyland Sign
Turkey Company Sign
Turkey Company Sign
Enchanted Tiki Room sign
Enchanted Tiki Room sign
Frontierland Sign
Frontierland Sign

Tropical and Americana T-shirts are perfect for the upcoming summer. Darth Vader is also featured on a really funny shirt.

Outriggers Adult T-shirt
Fun in the sun, Mickey and Co. Adult T-shirt
Board Meeting Adult T-Shirt
Fun in the sun, Mickey Board Meeting Adult T-shirt
Taking a Tiki break Adult T-shirt
Fun in the sun, Goofy and Donald Taking a Tiki break Adult T-shirt
Eat, Sleep, Disney Adult T-shirt
Eat, Sleep, Disney Adult T-shirt
Star Wars, Darth Vader, Adult T-Shirt
Star Wars, Darth Vader, Adult T-Shirt
Walt Disney World, Americana Adult T-Shirt
Walt Disney World, Americana Adult T-Shirt
Walt Disney World, Americana Mickey, Adult T-Shirt
Walt Disney World, Americana Mickey, Adult T-Shirt
American Oswald T-shirt
Walt Disney World, Americana Oswald, Adult T-Shirt

Tinker Bell and lovey-dovey Minnie and Mickey is really popular in the women’s shirt department.

Little Mermaid T-shirt
Little Mermaid T-shirt
Tinker Bell Tank top
Tinker Bell Tank top
Tinker Bell Tank top
Tinker Bell Tank top
Alice in Wonderland tank top
Alice in Wonderland tank top
Minnie and Mickey Tank top
Minnie and Mickey Tank top
Minnie Mouse bow Tank top
Minnie Mouse bow Tank top
Kissing Minnie and Mickey T-Shirt
Kissing Minnie and Mickey T-Shirt
Kissing Minnie and Mickey Tank top
Kissing Minnie and Mickey Tank top
Kissing Minnie and Mickey Tank top
Kissing Minnie and Mickey Tank top

Lastly we have some Minne accessories, new Minne ears, a princess notebook and some cute and girly Vinylmations.

Minnie Mouse Slip-on Shoes
Minnie Mouse Slip-on Shoes
Purple Leopard Mouse ears
Purple Leopard Mouse ears
Minnie Mouse Bag
Minnie Mouse Bag
Cutesters Vinylmations
Cutesters Vinylmations
Princess Notebook Front
Princess Notebook Front
Princess Notebook Back
Princess Notebook Back

So I’m really impressed with the new Disney wood signs and hope they do more in the future. Which attraction do you wish they would do next?

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New HARVEYS for Disney Couture Good vs. Evil, Princess and Villains Seatbeltbag Collection

3 March 2013 by Suzannah Otis 1 Comment

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Zannaland would like to welcome a new writer and roving reporter – Corinne Andersson, who will be bringing us merchandise updates and other Walt Disney World news as she roams the parks. You can find great videos from Corinne and her husband Daniel at their DisneyLifestylers YouTube channel. Welcome, Corinne!

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This week while running around the parks looking for merchandise I found these really beautiful Harvey’s for Disney Couture Princess and Villains seatbeltbags! Princess and Villains merchandise are very popular right now in the parks.

Harveys Seatbeltbags

The bags come in four different styles and all have a princess and villain featured on them to fit the Good vs. Evil theme. They measure around 11”(L) x 11”(H) and are made from durable seatbelt, which makes them the perfect bag to bring with you to the parks! The inside have 1 zip pocket and special storage for things like your cell phone. Price is $178.

Right now I have only spotted these bags in Tren-D at Downtown Disney and Uptown Jewelers at Magic Kingdom but you can also buy them directly from Harvey’s own site.

 

  Harveys Seatbelt bag Aurora Harveys Seatbeltbag Maleficent

Sleeping Beauty Aurora and Maleficent

Harveys Seatbeltbag Ariel Harveys Seatbeltbag Ursula

Little Mermaid Ariel and Ursula

 Harveys Seatbeltbag Snow White Harveys Seatbeltbag Evil Queen

Snow White and Evil Queen

Harveys Seatbeltbag Cinderella Harveys Seatbeltbag Evil Stepmother

Cinderella and Wicked Stepmother

So which one is your favorite Princess/Villain bag? My favorite is probably the Ariel/Ursula bag!

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Little Mermaid Section Photos & Review at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort

20 September 2012 by Suzannah Otis 8 Comments

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On my recent tour of Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, I also checked out the newest area, the Little Mermaid section. These rooms are the traditional “value” rooms seen in other resorts, not the family suites or “value plus” experience found in the Finding Nemo, Cars, and Lion King buildings. The rooms here start at $94/night vs. the $248/night starting price for the family suite rooms. Having noted that, when I visited the Little Mermaid section, I was a bit disappointed – relatively speaking.

Disney's Art of Animation Little Mermaid buildings
Giant Dinglehopper awaits you!

On its own, the Little Mermaid fits right into the All-Star and Pop-themed buildings. However, down the road from the Cars buildings, there is just no comparison. Here we are met with giant and I mean GIANT characters and props from the film. When you first walk in, you have two photo ops, a very over-sized Dinglehopper and an even larger Snarfblat. Sure, they are familiar icons from the film, but why so big? Does this mean we have been shrunk to krill-size creatures upon entering this area? That would be plausible if we didn’t then happen upon the statue of Prince Eric which Ariel keeps in her grotto. It is slightly over-sized, but for the most part, on par with how it looks in the movie. Then to your right is a behemoth-sized Ursula and an equally towering King Triton. It is almost impossible to make characters that huge not look deranged somehow…and these are no exception. Also, with no interior doors and hallways, the buildings are also covered with 2-D cut outs of fish from the film and bubbles, which are a far cry from the expertly themed buildings in the rest of the resort.

Again, I get that it’s in keeping with the super-sized theme that the other value resorts are known for, but when you feel actually immersed over in the Cars section, it’s just hard not to wonder what the other buildings would’ve been like with those same rules applied. Perhaps it is because the Cars section is so wonderful that it stands out on its own and is the one out of place. I will say that I enjoy the details that are present, like the ship’s mast and crows nest themed light posts along the walkways, and the attempt at a beachy/underwater landscaping mix. I would just personally prefer to stay in the Cars or Lion King section, were I to stay in this resort. We’ll see inside a Cars section room in a later post, and I’ll also discuss the dining options and other resort information in the coming weeks. Until then, with my opinions out of the way, let’s take a look at the Little Mermaid buildings:

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What are your thoughts on the Little Mermaid buildings? Will you choose this section of Disney’s Art of Animation Resort over other value resort options?

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GIVEAWAY: Disney On Ice Rockin’ Ever After Tickets for Orlando Performances

24 July 2012 by Suzannah Otis 2 Comments

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Disney on Ice Rockin Ever After We shared Feld Entertainment’s newest Disney on Ice show a few weeks ago -check out video and details at my Rockin’ Ever After post. Now we are giving away FOUR tickets to an Orlando showing of Disney on Ice Rockin’ Ever After! Simply enter below for your chance to win 4 tickets to a show of your choice on the following dates:

Friday, September 7, 2012 at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, September 8, 2012 at 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, September 9, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Show takes place at the Amway Center, 400 West Church Street – Suite 200, Orlando, Florida 32801

Winner will be selected July 30 – just enter below using the Rafflecopter widget so you don’t even have to leave this page to enter,  “like” or follow anything! Simply click on the “Do It” buttons in the widget below and follow the instructions that pop up. (You must be logged in to Facebook or enter your email for the widget to work) Good luck!

THIS GIVEAWAY FROM 2012 IS CLOSED

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Here is more info on ticket prices and a special code for discounted tickets –

$52 Front Row, $37 VIP, $27, $22, $15 (Ticketmaster service charges and facility fees notincluded.) All seats are reserved, and tickets go on sale to the public July 20 at 10 a.m. Tickets are available at DisneyOnIce.com or ticketmaster.com, at any Ticketmaster outlet, by calling 800-745-3000, or at the Amway Center box office (phone for information only: 407-440-7900). For group ticket sales and information, call 866-248-8740.

SPECIAL: Get 4 Tickets for just $48 with code MOM12, valid for specific performances!

Belle Be our Guest
See Belle, Ariel, Rapunzel and Merida at Disney on Ice Rockin’ Ever After!

Disclosure: I was provided with tickets for my family to attend a performance in exchange for this giveaway. I love their shows and I hope you do too!

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Disney On Ice Rockin’ Ever After Features Merida and More-Reader Discount Tix

11 July 2012 by Suzannah Otis 1 Comment

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Disney on Ice Rockin Ever After

After attending the last Disney on Ice show – Dare to Dream, I was totally impressed with the performances and show that was presented. It was a wonderful time and my whole family loved it. Feld Entertainment is now producing their newest Disney on Ice show – Rockin’ Ever After, featuring four of my favorite princesses, including Merida from Brave! Check out the official release below and watch a preview of what was involved in creating the show. Be sure to keep reading for a code for discount tickets for Zannaland readers too.

 

Mickey and Minnie have searched the globe for the hippest and hottest acts to perform in the most sensational talent showcase to rock the ice in Orlando, Disney On Ice presents Rockin’ Ever After. Tickets for performances at the Amway Center go on sale July 20 at 10 a.m.

In a new twist on fairytale fun, favorite Disney characters compete to be the next superstar in comical segments leading up to the tales of show stopping princesses – Ariel, Rapunzel, Belle, and Merida from Disney•Pixar’s BRAVE in her ice debut!

Merida on Ice
Merida on ice!

“The most exciting part of bringing a fearless and independent character like Merida to the ice for the first time is knowing that she has a powerful and inspiring message to deliver about finding the courage to determine one’s own fate,”says Producer Nicole Feld. “We think her story translates well to the ice and will really resonate with today’s audience.”

Produced by Feld Entertainment, Rockin’ Ever After remixes the stories of Disney’s most adventurous heroines with upbeat music and energetic choreography that will have audiences singing, dancing and cheering for their beloved Disney idols. Mickey and Minnie encounter the most talented performers in the land with an all-star lineup that includes Sebastian and the Daughters of Triton from The Little Mermaid, the rowdy pub thugs from Tangled and the spunky enchanted servants from Beauty and the Beast. The journey continues to the Scottish highlands where audiences will be captivated and star struck by Merida, as an exhilarating archery contest ensues for the right to marry the fiery redhead.

 

 

“Our challenge in developing Rockin’ Ever After was figuring out how to highlight moments from these beloved stories in a way that reflects the type of entertainment that families value today,” says Producer Juliette Feld. “By pulling elements from the talent show trend on contemporary television, we developed a truly unique way to lead into each fairytale.”

Friday, September 7 at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, September 8 at 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, September 9 at 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Amway Center, 400 West Church Street – Suite 200, Orlando, Florida 32801
$52 Front Row, $37 VIP, $27, $22, $15 (Ticketmaster service charges and facility fees notincluded.) All seats are reserved, and tickets go on sale to the public July 20 at 10 a.m. Tickets are available at DisneyOnIce.com or ticketmaster.com, at any Ticketmaster outlet, by calling 800-745-3000, or at the Amway Center box office (phone for information only: 407-440-7900). For group ticket sales and information, call 866-248-8740.

SPECIAL: Get 4 Tickets for just $48 with code MOM12, valid for specific performances!

 

 

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Art of Animation Promises A Resort With Character In Late Spring

3 April 2012 by Suzannah Otis Leave a Comment

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Art of Animation Resort I realized I hadn’t really posted about the Walt Disney Resort’s newest Value resort, Disney’s Art of Animation Resort and thought I would remedy that. While Value resorts aren’t usually my first choice, they have always been a great go-to choice for economy with Disney’s famous amenities and service. Additionally, as a family of five whose youngest member is no longer an infant, we have officially outgrown most of the room options at Disney resorts. The Art of Animation Resort offers a great alternative to booking two rooms or upgrading to a more costly DVC property with multiple bedrooms. The new resort will feature 112o Family Suites, accommodating up to 6 guests and featuring the following amenities:

  • 3 separate sleeping areas, including a master bedroom with queen-size bed
  • A full-size sleeper sofa
  • A convertible table bed—a dining or work table that transforms into a comfortable bed
  • 2 separate bathrooms
  • A kitchenette that includes a compact refrigerator, microwave and coffeemaker
  • A table and chairs
  • 2 flat panel TVs

So that alone makes it a great choice for our family, and I’m sure many others as well. I’ll be getting a chance to preview these suites and the resort later this month, and will provide a complete report at that time. Until then, here are some of the official releases on the Art of Animation resort to tide you over:

 

Opening in phases, each of the four wings celebrates rich storytelling, spirited characters and playfulness with colorful icons and whimsical theming inspired by each beloved film depicted. 

The wings dedicated to the popular films featured at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort will now be opening than sooner than expected after the resort hotel’s grand opening May 31.

“We are excited that the Cars, The Lion King, and The Little Mermaid wings at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort will all open earlier than we originally planned, bringing more permanent resort jobs to Central Florida sooner,” said Kevin Myers, vice president of resort operations for Walt Disney World Resort. “Demand for family suites exists in the marketplace today and the new opening dates reflect how optimistic we are about tourism in Central Florida.”

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Art of Animation Resort's Finding Nemo Family Suites will be opening first, May 31, 2012

 

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Finding Nemo Family Suite living area

 

The Finding Nemo wings of the resort will open May 31; Cars will now open June 18 instead of July 31; The Lion King will open August 10 instead of September 30. The value rooms at The Little Mermaid wings on September 15 instead of at the end of this year.

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Art of Animation Resort's Cars Family Suites will be the next to open up, June 18, 2012. This table shows where the convertible bed will be.

 

The three-story resort will immediately put guests into the worlds of favorite Disney characters and animated films beginning at check-in as pixilated patterns and wavy ribbons of color decorate the resort’s exterior. Pencil drawings of Ariel, Lightning McQueen, Nemo and Simba adorn the entryway, and a cleverly created chandelier composed of animation storyboards enhance the lively and modern lobby.

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Art of Animation Resort sketches in the lobby

 

“Our goal is to make guests feel like they have been immersed in the artistry and enchantment of Walt Disney and Disney•Pixar animated classics,” said Walt Disney Imagineer Frank Paris.

Giant sketchbooks filled with favorite characters seem to come to life as they pave the way to each storyline revealed. Scenic settings, icons—including a brightly-colored coral landscape, a 35-foot-tall model of King Triton, a towering Mufasa and more—immerse guests into the playful world of animation. At the Cars wing, a freshly paved road leads to the Cozy Cone Motel complete with a Cozy Cone pool and cone-shaped cabanas. It’s a journey through an African landscape in The Lion King complete with an elephant graveyard play area that invites youngsters to seek hakuna matata time. Treasures from the human world fill Ariel’s grotto in an under the sea kingdom in Little Mermaid courtyard.

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Art of Animation Resort's Little Mermaid Value rooms

 

From linens and carpeting to fixtures and furniture, all details of the guestroom tie to the storyline. In Finding Nemo, there’s coral-shaped chairs and bubble ceiling lights; Zazu takes center stage on the headboards in The Lion King, while Pumbaa and Timon decorate the shower curtain.

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Art of Animation Resort's Lion King Family Suites

 

Kids of all ages can make a splash at the “Big Blue” pool, the largest resort swimming pool at Walt Disney World Resort measuring 11,859 square feet. Guests enter scenes from the animated world and can explore the colorful reef with a giant-sized Mr. Ray whose wings span 27 feet, pose for a picture with Crush or frolic with Squirt in the Righteous Reef, a children’s play area. An arcade and two additional pools round out the fun.

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Art of Animation Resort's "Big Blue" pool area

 

In size and scope the construction of Disney’s Art of Animation Resort is a major project at Walt Disney World Resort. The project has created 800 construction jobs and once open later this year, Disney’s Art of Animation Resort will create 750 permanent resort hotel jobs.

The Lion King, Cars and Finding Nemo buildings will be entirely family suites, with 1,120 suites between them. The Little Mermaid buildings will feature 864 rooms in the “value” room category.

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Art of Animation Resort's Cars Family Suite living area

 

The construction of family suites at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort is an innovative approach to a changing marketplace.  Today more and more multi-generational families are traveling together for various celebrations, including family reunions. These families not only want to play together, they want to stay together, which has created tremendous demand for family suites.

  • Disney also unveiled the look of new Cast Member costumes at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort.
  • Each front desk Cast Member will wear a unique splattered-ink vest representing an animator’s unique creative process as part of their costume.

Also, as Guests move from the check-in area to Merchandise and Food & Beverage locations, Cast Members in those locations will be wearing colorful costumes that represent the color being added to animation.

Dining options were revealed earlier this year from Disney food writer Pam Brandon:

“Better-for-you” options at five mini shops serving breakfast, lunch and dinner is the overarching theme of the new Landscape of Flavors food court still being tweaked for Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, opening in May. The new restaurant will be adjacent to the lobby.

“The idea is that you customize your choice,” says Chef Ed Wronski, Director, Food & Beverage Concept Development, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. “From burgers to pasta, salads, ethnic flavors, omelets, even parfaits and gelatos, everything is made fresh as you order.”

There’s a big focus on beverages, too. Fresh fruit smoothies are made to order, ditto for lemonade and pomegranate limeade. They’re stocking organic teas, beer (including gluten free), wine, coffee and juices. You can get a plain cup of coffee or a French vanilla or mocha iced. And half bottles of wine are paired with cuisine from the food shops.

We got a sneak peek at the menu, and here are some of the highlights:

  • The Soup-Salad-Sandwich Shop lets you create your own salad (with beef or chicken) and offers a caprese sandwich with fresh mozzarella and tomatoes on focaccia, or a Buffalo-style turkey sandwich with arugula and a blue cheese-Buffalo sauce-mayo spread. Both are served with delish house-made potato chips.
  • The World Flavors Shop adds Indian-African flair to breakfast, too, with scrambled eggs, tandoor potatoes, Portuguese sausage, slab bacon and a mini-naan; or a veggie flatbread sandwich on naan with cauliflower, spinach and paneer. Lunch and dinner is a choice of tandoori chicken or shrimp, Mongolian beef with vegetables, mahi mahi, Portuguese sausage or roasted acorn squash served with sides and naan bread.
  • The Pizza Shop features make-your-own pasta, cheese and pepperoni pizzas and meatballs on ciabatta bread. Room delivery is an option, too.
  • The Burger Shop includes a breakfast burger with chicken breakfast sausage, cheese and scrambled eggs on a multi-grain bun, and a steak-and-eggs breakfast burger with a burger topped with fried eggs, cheese and bacon. Besides the traditional burgers, lunch and dinner includes a surf and turf burger with crab cake and fried popcorn shrimp, and a pastrami cheeseburger topped with pepper jack cheese and a slice of fried green tomato.
  • The “grab ‘n go” Market Shop offers drinks, yogurt, bagels, pastries, gourmet cupcakes, cookies and gelato.

The food court will be part of the Disney Dining Plan, details to follow.

 

I can’t wait to see the finished Art of Animation Resort and share photos with you here.

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What Would Historically Accurate Disney Princesses Look Like?

23 June 2011 by Suzannah Otis 13 Comments

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One artist, Claire Hummel has taken it upon herself to answer this question. She shares her creations at her Tumblr blog and her DeviantArt page. Claire has been sharing these visions since March of this year and according to her FAQ, plans to continue giving more Disney characters a fashionistically (yes, I just made that word up) accurate twist. I encourage you to visit her blog and seek out each original posting, as she goes into detail about the process behind her decisions for each look as well as sharing some videos of the process. In the meantime, I thought I’d post all of the current princesses she has shared to date – EDITED to add – she has now added Mulan, Tiana, and Rapunzel, which I’ve updated below. Check out her links above for more info and to purchase prints! (click to enlarge)

Historically accurate Rapunzel
Rapunzel

 

Historically accurate Tiana
Love this Tiana

 

Historically accurate Mulan
Mulan

 

Historically Accurate Sleeping Beauty
Sleeping Beauty's Princess Aurora - my favorite

 

Historically Accurate Aurora pink
And the pink version. 😉

 

Historically Accurate Cinderella
Cinderella

 

Historically Accurate Pocahontas
Pocahontas

 

 

Historically Accurate Jasmine
Jasmine - with a historically accurate Rajah too! 😉

 

 

Historically Accurate Snow White
Snow White - this is another of my favorites. Love this dress!

 

 

Historically Accurate Ariel
The Little Mermaid, Ariel - as a human of course

 

 

Historically Accurate Belle
Belle - this certainly gives a different first impression of Belle, no?

 

 

What are your thoughts? Which is your favorite? Which character would you like to see represented next?

 

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