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  • Drawn to Life: New Cirque du Soleil Production to Open at Disney Springs in 2020

    Drawn to Life: New Cirque du Soleil Production to Open at Disney Springs in 2020

    Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group and Disney Parks are thrilled to announce Drawn to Life, the highly anticipated, new family friendly show coming to Disney Springs at Disney World Resort.

    Drawn to Life will transport guests of all ages into the world of Disney animation in Cirque du Soleil’s signature style. This entirely new experience will wow Walt Disney World guests and Cirque du Soleil fans, while bringing timeless Disney stories to life in an unforgettable new way.

    Written and directed by Michel Laprise and with Fabrice Becker as Director of creation, this collaboration between Cirque du Soleil, Walt Disney Animation Studios and Walt Disney Imagineering will open for previews March 20, 2020, and officially premiere April 17, 2020. The show will take residency at Disney Springs.

    Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group President and CEO Daniel Lamarre, says, “For Cirque du Soleil, this is a beautiful way of celebrating Disney’s legacy in the art of animation. This new and exciting production is most certainly the best way to highlight the privileged relationship we have with our colleagues at Walt Disney World and our joint commitment to continually bring audiences new experiences that surpass their expectations.”

    The show is a result of years of research and extraordinary collaboration that included extensive visits to Disney theme parks, Walt Disney Archives, Walt Disney Imagineering, Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar Animation Studios, The Walt Disney Family Museum, as well as hands-on work between Disney animators and Cirque du Soleil. In fact, the Cirque du Soleil teams collaborated extensively with legacy animators to create the show.

    ‘’What fascinates us is that moment when life appears in drawings. Just like in an acrobat’s body, the visceral physicality of animation. The way they perform, the way they create the illusion of life,’’ says Michel Laprise Writer and Show Director.

    ”In creating this show, we’ve brought to life an extraordinary new entertainment experience for the whole family,” said Josh, D’Amaro, president, Walt Disney World Resort, “It blends all the heart, humor and joy of Disney storytelling with new acrobatic performances and effects never before seen in a Cirque du Soleil production.”

    This new show follows the story of Julie, a courageous and determined girl who discovers an unexpected gift left by her late father: an unfinished animation piece. Guided by a surprising pencil, she embarks on an inspiring quest sprinkled with her Disney childhood memories. Through this journey, she learns to imagine new possibilities and animate the story of her future.

  • New Frozen Dooney & Bourke Collection Released by Disney

    New Frozen Dooney & Bourke Collection Released by Disney

    With “Frozen 2” freezing the competition at the box office and the holiday shopping season in full swing, it’s the perfect time for the New Frozen Dooney & Bourke collection just released by Disney.

    The newest collection is a great way to accessorize this holiday season which showcases several new handbags by Dooney & Bourke, adorned with Elsa, Anna, and Olaf featured on the allover icy blue print.

    The new Frozen collection includes pouch, tote and cross-body styles. Take a look at the collection below:

    Frozen Pouch by Dooney & Bourke – $128.00

    With the elegant styling of this “Frozen” pouch purse, you’ll be able to venture into the unknown with all your essentials on hand. This bag includes a top carry handle that can be released on one side, a front zip pocket, and interior slots.

    Frozen Crossbody Bag by Dooney & Bourke – $198.00

    The “Frozen” Crossbody Bag includes a leather Disney Frozen dangle.

    Frozen Tote Bag by Dooney & Bourke – $298.00

    The “Frozen” tote bag has a striking styling and spacious size. The allover print captures Arendelle’s spectacular landscape in different seasons, with Elsa on one side and her sister Anna on the other side.

    The whole collection is avaiable now on shopDisney and at Ever After Jewelry Co. and Accessories in Disney Springs.

  • Halloween Cookie Dough Waffle Taco Now Available at Disney World

    Halloween Cookie Dough Waffle Taco Now Available at Disney World

    Get your cameras ready for the “Instagrammable” Halloween Cookie Dough Waffle Taco now available at the Cookie Dough and Everything Sweet Food Truck in Disney Springs.

    This Halloween treat is filled with pumpkin spice and cold brew cookie dough and topped with chocolate sauce, whipped cream, and a chocolate spider.

    You’ll spot all three trucks at Disney Springs West Side located right across from Disney’s Candy Cauldron and check the website for operating times as they change daily. 

  • Dooney & Bourke Celebrates 10 Years of Disney Designs with New and Familiar Bags

    Dooney & Bourke Celebrates 10 Years of Disney Designs with New and Familiar Bags

    Dooney & Bourke is celebrating ten years of Disney-inspired designs with the release of new designs for the 10th anniversary bags.

    They are also celebrating with the re-release of “Disney Sketch” and “Mickey Balloons” – two original prints that were originally released ten years ago and will be available in new color combinations. Each of the anniversary patterns has a special hangtag and dustcover; plus, a few favorite silhouettes have been released from the vault.

    If you want to be among the first to purchase the latest Dooney & Bourke bags, make plans to visit Ever After Jewelry Co. & Accessories at Disney Springs on Friday, October 11 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

    Guests who make any Dooney & Bourke purchase during the event will receive a complimentary Dooney & Bourke small zip pouch, while supplies last, and will also have the chance to meet Ian Ray, the Creative Director for the brand. Not sure where to park? The Lime Garage is closest to the store, which is located in the heart of Town Center.

  • Arendelle Aqua Inspired Alcoholic Beverages Now Available at Disney World

    Arendelle Aqua Inspired Alcoholic Beverages Now Available at Disney World

    Frozen Fever has spread throughout Disney Parks with the new Arendelle Aqua merchandise color trend. As usual these trends bring an assortment of tasty snacks too and the ‘Frozen’-Inspired ‘Arendelle Aqua’ Alcoholic beverages now available are going to have adults wanting to ‘Let it go’ while in the Parks.

    First up, you can find the Arendelle Aqua Cuvée at Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs. The drink is made with Nino Franco Rustico Prosecco, Bols Blue Curaçao, and Monin Cotton Candy and it’s topped with shimmery white chocolate Minnie ears.

    Next, you can find Arendelle Aqua Punch at Daily Poutine. It’s made with Coconut rum, peach schnapps, blue curaçao, and artic swirl Odwalla lemonade. Disney Springs announced the debut of the two new drinks as you can see in the post below:

    Now I have a new reason to visit Disney Springs and I can’t wait to get my hands on a glass of Arendelle Aqua Cuvée! Okay yes I know it’s actually sparkling wine, but Champagne has a better ring to it. Actually I don’t know if I’m more excited about the cute aqua drink or the White Chocolate ears on top!

    I also can’t wait to snap an insta-worthy photo of these adorable aqua drinks! We’ll see if I can take the pic before I drink too much of it! This is reason enough to start planning a Disney World vacation like yesterday.

    If you need any help booking your vacation contact me today at Enchanted Kingdom Vacations with Deanna. My services are free, so let me take away the stress of planning so you have more time to experience the Magic.

  • New “The Little Mermaid” Dooney & Bourke Collection Coming to Disney Springs

    New “The Little Mermaid” Dooney & Bourke Collection Coming to Disney Springs

    Look at this stuff! Isn’t it neat? Your collection won’t be complete without the new “The Little Mermaid” Dooney & Bourke collection coming to Disney Springs.

    The collection features three silhouettes: a tote, satchel and crossbody bag and showcases beautiful watercolor-style artwork.

    This collection will be released at Ever After in Disney Springs on Friday, September 13, 2019. Take a look below for details on the collection.

    The Little Mermaid Tote by Dooney & Bourke

    Get ready to go under the sea with this beautiful tote! The pattern features a watercolor-style underwater scene with Ariel amongst a seashell, starfish, and seaweed. The scene extends to the back of the tote bag, depicting Ariel’s fin and more seaweed.

    The Little Mermaid Satchel and Crossbody by Dooney & Bourke

    The print on the satchel and crossbody bags prove that life is the bubbles under the sea. Ariel, Flounder, and Sebastian are shown swimming alongside starfish, seahorses, seashells, seaweed and dinglehoppers against a gorgeous blue ocean watercolor-style background!

    Each bag comes with a natural leather “Dream Big, Princess” hangtag with Ariel’s signature on the reverse side.

  • DescenDANCE Party Coming to Disney World this Summer

    DescenDANCE Party Coming to Disney World this Summer

    To celebrate the release of Descendants 3, Disney World is hosting a DescenDANCE Party which will be rocking the Marketplace Stage at Disney Springs for a limited time July 26 – August 11, 2019.

    At the Disney DescenDANCE Party, you can hit the dance floor to some wickedly good beats, snap and share great pics at a pair of cool photo ops, and catch on-screen shout-outs from some of the stars of the movie.

    And if you can’t make it to Disney Springs for this limited run, fear not! The DescenDANCE Party fun will carry on, taking over the stage at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café as an added feature during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, offered select nights at Magic Kingdom Park starting August 16.

    In “Descendants 3,” after a barrier breach threatens the safety of Auradon during the VKs’ departure off the Isle, Mal decides to permanently close the magical barrier, fearing Uma and Hades will do irreparable damage. But an unfathomable, unforeseen dark force threatens the people of Auradon, and it’s up to Mal and the VKs to save everyone in the kingdom before it’s too late.

    You can catch “Descendants 3” on August 2 at 8 p.m. on Disney Channel!

  • New Alcohol-Infused Dole Whip Cookie Coming to Walt Disney World

    New Alcohol-Infused Dole Whip Cookie Coming to Walt Disney World

    Back in March, Disney Springs introduced the Dole Whip Frozcato, a new alchohol infused concoction perfect for brunch and soon you’ll also be able to get a Dole Whip Frozcato Sugar Cookie Sandwich!

    Wine Bar George, a restaurant in Disney Springs at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, will be offering a Frozcato Sugar Cookie Sandwich this summer, playing off of the Disney’s classic Dole Whip.

    The Frozcato Sugar Cookie Sandwich is made with Dole Whip Pineapple, Moscato, and vodka, which is pressed between two light and buttery sugar cookies and rimmed with colorful sprinkles and pineapple candies. Take a look below:

    “Calling all Frozcato fans…we are excited to introduce our Frozcato Sugar Cookie Sandwich made with Pineapple, Moscato and Vodka!” the restaurant’s master sommelier George Miliotes announced on Instagram Thursday.

    The cookie sandwich, which costs $8, is available starting June 7 at Wine Bar George or at the outdoor quick service window, The Basket. 

  • New Dole Whip Slushie with Alcohol is all the Buzz at Disney World Resort

    New Dole Whip Slushie with Alcohol is all the Buzz at Disney World Resort

    Dole Whip and Disney go together like Mickey and Minnie and now, at Disney Springs in Walt Disney World Resort, you can get a Dole Whip slushie with a splash of alcohol that is just perfect for adults!

    It’s called The Dole Whip Froscato and it has all of the traditional Dole Whip flavors but takes it to the next level by adding Moscato and vodka.

    The delicious frozen slushie is all the buzz on the internet as you can see in the post below:

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    Drinks while shopping!

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    This limited-time creation can be found by guests at The Basket, a quick service window at Wine Bar George’s at Disney Springs. The Dole Whip slushy will cost you $13 and if you’re not a fan of vodka, you can get it as a mimosa made with Prosecco.

    There are two other frozen drinks as well: Frosé, made with rosé, vodka, and strawberry; and Freaujolais, made with beaujolais, vodka, and raspberry. Each of the frozen drinks is available for $13

    According to a Wine Bar George spokesperson, the Dole Whip Froscato will is offered as a beverage option during Wine Bar George’s new Wine Country Brunch. The brunch will be held on Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

  • NBA Experience Will Open August 12 at Disney Springs

    NBA Experience Will Open August 12 at Disney Springs

    Lace up your shoes and practice your jump shot, because NBA Experience will officially open Aug. 12, 2019!

    This all-new destination coming to Disney Springs will invite you to feel what it’s like to be a basketball superstar. This one-of-a-kind environment will be packed with 13 interactive elements and hands-on activities across 44,000 square feet and two floors.  

    In the new video below, Walt Disney Imagineer Stan Dodd shares more insight into what you can expect at NBA Experience, plus hear what has NBA players excited for this all-new destination:

    And here are some new details about NBA Experience we’re sharing for the first time:

    • When you enter NBA Experience, you’ll feel like you’re walking through the players’ tunnel out onto the court at an NBA or WNBA arena.
    • A ticket to NBA Experience grants you access to every activity in any order you choose, and you can return to stations multiple times to try and improve your performance or learn more about the game, the players and the teams you love.
    • In an activity that tests shooting skills, spots will light up on the court as you move from one location to another attempting to sink as many shots as possible in 15 seconds.
    • In a slam dunk challenge, you can change the height of a standard 10-foot-tall rim to as low as seven feet so you can perform your own superstar moves – captured by burst photography.
    • See how you stack up to some of the world’s best basketball players by measuring your vertical leap, wingspan, and shooting and dribbling skills.
    • Various activities can be personalized with your name and associated with your favorite NBA or WNBA teams, and your stats will be tracked just like a real pro game.
    • Real-time technology will aggregate stats of NBA and WNBA games and players for continuous updates, while leaderboards will show top NBA Experience performers throughout the day – will your name be at the top?