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  • Splash into Summer with this Giant Minnie Donut Pool Float

    Splash into Summer with this Giant Minnie Donut Pool Float

    This donut really takes the cake! Make a splash this Summer with a giant Minnie donut pool float covered in pink icing and topped with a red bow.

    This fun float will definetly make you the life of the pool party. At 67″ x 57″ it’s big enough for you and maybe even two furry friends in the ears. We spotted it in the Emporium at Disney’s Magic Kingdom. It retails for $54.99.

    If the big donut leaves you feeling like you’ve bit off a little more than you can chew, there are these cute little mini versions. At 16″ x 13″ they are the perfect size to hold your preferred poolside drink. They come together as a set and retail for $19.99. Which one will you bring home?

    If you’re thinking about planning a Disney trip make sure you contact Enchanted Kingdom Vacations with Kimberly. She’ll help you plan a trip perfectly tailored to your family and it’s FREE when you book with her.

  • Chef Minnie and Remy Annual Passholder Magnets Coming to Epcot Food & Wine Festival

    Chef Minnie and Remy Annual Passholder Magnets Coming to Epcot Food & Wine Festival

    Walt Disney World Annual Passholders can delight in an array of special offerings during the 2019 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival—held August 29 through November 23, 2019! And this year you can get an Annual Passholder magnet that features Chef Minnie and one that features Chef Remy.

    Walt Disney World Annual Passholders visiting the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival are eligible to receive a complimentary Chef Minnie magnet (August 29- October 14), and a Chef Remy magnet (October 15-November 23).

    On the Annual Passholder’s fourth visit to the festival, they can also receive a complimentary Chef Minnie wooden coaster set.

    Each of these Passholder exclusive items can be picked up at Mouse Gear or Disney Traders and are available while supplies last. Passholders must present a valid annual pass and photo I.D. One Chef Minnie magnet, one Chef Remy magnet and one coaster set per Passholder.

  • Russi Taylor, the Official Voice of Minnie Mouse, Dies at 75

    Russi Taylor, the Official Voice of Minnie Mouse, Dies at 75

    Russi Taylor, the official voice of Minnie Mouse, passed away yesterday at the age of 75 in Glendale, California.

    Taylor was a Disney legend and she brought to life an illustrious cast of beloved characters during a career that spanned nearly four decades, but she is best known as the official voice of Minnie Mouse.

    She first assumed the role more than 30 years ago and has given voice to Minnie in hundreds of Disney projects—from television, to theme park experiences, animated shorts, and theatrical films—no performance was too tough for Russi’s accomplished take on the divine Miss Minnie Mouse.

    “Minnie Mouse lost her voice with the passing of Russi Taylor,” said Bob Iger, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, The Walt Disney Company. “For more than 30 years, Minnie and Russi worked together to entertain millions around the world—a partnership that made Minnie a global icon and Russi a Disney Legend beloved by fans everywhere. We’re so grateful for Russi’s talent as well as the tremendous spirit and great joy she brought to everything she did. It was a privilege to have known her and an honor to have worked with her, and we take comfort in the knowledge that her work will continue to entertain and inspire for generations to come. Russi will be sorely missed and our hearts go out to her family and friends, along with our deepest condolences.”

    Russi found her real-life Mickey in the mid-1980s in the form of Wayne Allwine, who had voiced Mickey Mouse since 1977. The pair fell deeply in love and married in 1991, remaining as inseparable as their animated counterparts until Wayne’s passing in 2009.  “I really want whoever comes after us to be aware of the history and the tradition, and to love the characters as much as we do,” she said of herself and Wayne.

  • Captain Minnie Mouse Set to Debut on Disney Cruise Line in April

    Captain Minnie Mouse Set to Debut on Disney Cruise Line in April

    Disney Cruise Line is making a splash with a new promotion for one of their crew members. Captain Minnie Mouse will make her debut this April to inspire the next generation of female leaders in the maritime industry.

    Captain Minnie Mouse will be introduced along with new nautical youth programs and new scholarships designed to empower girls and young women to pursue careers in the cruise industry and chart a course for success.I

    Captain Minnie Mouse, in her crisp new uniform with smart white trousers or skirt and a bold red jacket emblazoned with captain’s insignia, will spread the message of exploring new horizons, both by land and by sea. Take a look below at the full details:

    Empowering Women through Maritime Scholarships

    This year, Disney Cruise Line will sponsor four scholarships at the LJM Maritime Academy in The Bahamas for female cadets who aspire to be ship captains and shipboard leaders.The scholarships, one for each of the ships in the Disney Cruise Line fleet, include two years of study at the academy and one year of service aboard a Disney ship.

    Nautical Fun for Children at Sea

    Onboard Disney Cruise Line ships later this year, Captain Minnie Mouse will appear in an all-new youth activity where young captain hopefuls practice STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) skills in a fun maritime-themed activity. Children will hone their STEM and problem-solving abilities – skills that play an important role in the maritime industry – in a series of engaging, hands-on activities.

    The interactive experience will be a journey of discovery, exploration and imagination that will be offered in Disney’s Oceaneer Lab aboard all Disney ships.

    Why Knot – Taking Nautical Fun Ashore

    As part of a commitment to encourage future generations to pursue careers in the maritime industry, Captain Minnie Mouse will visit children in some of Disney Cruise Line’s homeports and ports of call. Children will have an opportunity to meet Captain Minnie Mouse and be inspired by her “can do” qualities and ability to tackle any goal she sets her mind to.

    As part of these local community visits, Captain Minnie Mouse will be accompanied by a female Disney Cruise Line officer or crew member to showcase their roles in the maritime industry and raise awareness about career choices for women aboard a cruise ship.

    Exclusive Captain Minnie Mouse Merchandise

    To celebrate the excitement of Captain Minnie Mouse at the helm, Disney Cruise Line is unveiling a special line of merchandise, exclusive to the Disney fleet. Items in the nautical-themed collection of apparel and gifts tout the tagline, “You Can Call Me Captain.” A brand-new Captain Minnie Mouse plush will be introduced this summer.

    In the future, girls will get to dress the part with a Captain Minnie Mouse makeover at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, available exclusively on Disney ships. At this special salon, children can transform into seafaring captains, inspired by their favorite mouse.

  • Minnie Mouse Honored with Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

    Minnie Mouse Honored with Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

    Minnie Mouse has finally been recognized as the star she is today as she was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame Monday. The honor coincides with the 90th anniversary celebration on the iconic Disney character.

    minnie-mouse hollywood walk of fame solo

    Since her debut in Disney’s Steamboat Willie 90 years ago, Minnie Mouse has become come one of the most recognizable characters next to her main mouse Mickey! Mickey got his star on the Walk of Fame back in 1978 in celebration of his 50th anniversary.

    It only took her 40 more years than Mickey to reach the milestone, but it’s official now and we love her just as much.

    The ceremony took place at 11:30 a.m. where Minnie was dressed in her signature red and white polka dot dress to and a cute floppy to celebrate the event. Now the 2,627th star along the famous walkway, it’s located just outside the El Capitan Theatre on a section of Hollywood Boulevard.

    Check out this awesome video from the ceremony below.

    Bob Iger, chairman and chief executive officer of The Walt Disney Company, and “American Idol” judge Katy Perry were on-hand for the festivities and gave brief remarks about Minnie Mouse before her star was unveiled.

    “In true Hollywood fashion, she delivered a truly memorable performance but Mickey got all the credit,” Iger said during Monday’s ceremony. And while she’s famous for “playing the damsel in distress,” Iger continued, “the truth is Minnie can hold her own in any situation.”

    Perry took the stage next to Minnie and told the story of her first memories of the Disney character.

    She described memories of “pastel walls” and “the smell of baby powder” in the air.  Perry said, she first noticed the Disney character on her baby diapers and that led to her “lifelong devotion” to Minnie.

    “The definition of icon may fluctuate through the ages, but there are some undeniably special characters who are iconic, and I can’t think of anyone who embodies that more than my dear friend, Minerva Mouse,” Perry said.

    Minnie and Mickey aren’t the only other beloved Disney Characters with stars on the walk of fame.  Minnie joins Snow White, Donald Duck, Winnie the Pooh, Tinker Bell and Kermit the Frog, all of whom already have a star.

    In addition to her films, Minnie Mouse has also entertained millions of guests at Disney Parks around the world since the first Disney theme park – Disneyland park – opened its gates in 1955. Minnie was able to celebrate her milestone achievement earlier this week with park guests at a special “Rock the Dots”-themed send-off at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at the Walt Disney World Resort. In it, Minnie Mouse joined her lifelong pal Mickey Mouse for a walk down a red carpet and a journey through the park on a special Minnie Mouse-themed car. A crowd of guests wearing attire inspired by Minnie’s iconic red-and-white polka dots lined up at the park to cheer them on. Before leaving for Hollywood, Minnie Mouse made one last stop over at Disney Springs to greet guests who were enjoying special “Rock the Dots” festivities in Minnie’s honor rock the dots

    In addition to her films, Minnie Mouse has also entertained millions of guests at Disney Parks around the world since the first Disney theme park – Disneyland park – opened its gates in 1955. Minnie was able to celebrate her milestone achievement earlier this week with park guests at a special “Rock the Dots”-themed send-off at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at the Walt Disney World Resort. In it, Minnie Mouse joined her lifelong pal Mickey Mouse for a walk down a red carpet and a journey through the park on a special Minnie Mouse-themed car. A crowd of guests wearing attire inspired by Minnie’s iconic red-and-white polka dots lined up at the park to cheer them on. Before leaving for Hollywood, Minnie Mouse made one last stop over at Disney Springs to greet guests who were enjoying special “Rock the Dots” festivities in Minnie’s honor.

    Leron Gubler, the president and CEO of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, also declared Jan. 22 Minnie Mouse Day in Hollywood.

  • New Minnie Mouse Inspired Dooney & Bourke Collection

    New Minnie Mouse Inspired Dooney & Bourke Collection

    Rocking her iconic polka dots, Minnie Mouse inspires Disney fans around the globe with her timeless fun-loving, positive spirit. And now she has inspired Dooney & Bourke once again with this Polka Dot Infused Minnie Mouse Collection.

    Minnie Mouse is getting all the attention this week. Fans will “Rock the Dots” with her this weekend, in celebration of National Polka Dot Day on January 22 and she is also being presented a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. in honor of her 90th anniversary. Minnie is everyone’s favorite fashionista so it’s no wonder retailers are eager to get in on the action.

    The collection has “squeaky” clean design that really stands out with its simple yet elegant Red and White polka dot pattern inspired by everyone’s favorite glamour girl, Minnie Mouse!

    The bags are made from vinyl with a nice leather trim and is perfect for rocking your dots year round. Look for three silhouettes in this collection including a Wallet, a Pouchette, and a Tote$228.


    The Tote retails for $228 and has plenty of room for everything you need to carry.


    The Pouchette is medium-sized with a leather strap and will run you $138.


    The Wallet also sells for $138 and is perfect for when you are on the go and don’t want to be weighed down with a heavier bag.

    There is no word on when these polka dot beauties will be available in stores and the shopDisney app, but we’ll keep you updated as soon as they are available.

     

  • Rock The Dots With Minnie Mouse Send-Off Celebration at Disney Parks

    Rock The Dots With Minnie Mouse Send-Off Celebration at Disney Parks

    Minnie Mouse is finally getting the recognition she deserves as she will soon be honored with her very own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. To celebrate, Disney Springs in Florida and Downtown Disney District in California will once again host a special event to honor Minnie’s iconic polka dot infused style where you too can ‘Rock the Dots’!

    Taking place the day prior to National Polka Dot Day, on Sunday, January 21, guests will be invited to participate in a variety of fun offerings where you can rock your dots!

    rock the dots

    Minnie will receive the star during a special unveiling ceremony on Monday, January 22 – but before she leaves on her grand Hollywood adventure, we’re going to give her a special send-off live from Disney’s Hollywood Studios here in Florida this Sunday, January 21 at 1 p.m. ET! Minnie hopes to see as many guests as possible dressed in her signature red, white and black polka dots at the park that day!

    Commemorative buttons will be given out at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort and Downtown Disney at Disneyland Resort while supplies last.

    Rock the Dots

    Here is what you can expect when you rock the dots:

    IN FLORIDA:
    Guests can discover over fifteen retail offers from Jan 18 – Jan 22, including savings at American Threads, Basin, Arribas Brothers, JOHNNY WAS, Luxury of Time by Diamonds International, Sperry, Sugarboo & Co. and Volcom. At Alex and Ani, the first 100 guests each day will receive a free gift along with daily in-store surprises. At Coach, a free gift with any purchase is in the bag for all event guests. M.A.C. Cosmetics is also participating with a complimentary “mini” Minnie-inspired demo. A handful of food and beverage locations (Blaze Fast Fire’d Pizza, Joffrey’s Coffee and Tea, Paddlefish, D-Luxe Burger, The Ganachery and Sprinkles) will feature discounts and/or Minnie-themed products as well, so bring your appetite, too.

    On January 21, the main event showcases a DJ Dance Party in the heart of Town Center from 1 – 6 p.m. where Minnie Mouse will make frequent appearances. I’ve been told to expect a few wardrobe changes, and can’t wait to see which of her many signature looks she’ll sport. Keep an eye out for a photo backdrop sponsored by PANDORA Jewelry; Disney PhotoPass photographers will be on site to capture the moment with fun props and frames to ensure you strike your most stylish pose. If you want to start the party early, Paddlefish will offer a “polka dot brunch” from 12 – 3 p.m. that infuses a bit of pampering to the meal: complimentary hand massages from L’Occitane and make-up applications from Sephora are on the menu.

    IN CALIFORNIA:
    Guests at Downtown Disney District in California can also look forward to Minnie Mouse-inspired activations throughout the day on Sunday, January 21. Shoppers will be treated to polka dot and event specific product, including exclusive Minnie Rocks the Dots product at World of Disney, Minnie Mouse-inspired makeovers at Sephora, and polka dot TOMS shoes at Curl Surf. For foodies, adorable Minnie Mouse specialty apples have been created, the popular polka dot milkshake makes a return visit at Uva Bar, and fun polka dot pepperoni pizzas are available at Wetzel’s Pretzels. That’s just a small sampling of what’s in store. You’ll want to pick up a brochure starting January 18, 2018 for full discount and product details.

    A DJ Dance Party will keep thing rockin’ in Downtown Disney District on January 21 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. on the Downtown Disney LIVE! stage. As in Florida, PANDORA Jewelry has also sponsored a photo opportunity with Disney PhotoPass photographers on site to capture the moment with fun props and frames. Plus, you never know who may stop by!

    Can’t make it to the send-off in person? Tune in for a special #DisneyParksLIVE stream of this milestone in Disney history. And share your Minnie photos with us on Twitter using the hashtag #DisneyParksLIVE.

  • Minnie Mouse Getting Star On The Hollywood Walk Of Fame

    Minnie Mouse Getting Star On The Hollywood Walk Of Fame

    This is long over due, but Minnie Mouse is finally getting the recognition she deserves. To celebrate the animated legend’s 90th anniversary, Disney icon Minnie Mouse will be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

    Pop superstar Katy Perry and Disney CEO Bob Iger are set to present the lovable character with her well-deserved star on January 22 at 11:30 a.m. PST in front of Disney’s El Capitan Theatre, marking it as the Walk of Fame’s 2,627th star.

    Since her debut in Disney’s Steamboat Willie 90 years ago, Minnie Mouse has become come one of the most recognizable characters next to her main mouse Mickey! Mickey got his star on the Walk of Fame back in 1978 in celebration of his 50th anniversary.

    It may have taken forty more years than Mickey, but your favorite leading ladies name is finally spelled out in gold in front of the El Capitan Theatre.

    Disney Super Fan Perry tweeted her excitement about the ceremony, calling it a “childhood and grown adult dream come true.”

    Minnie and Mickey aren’t the only other beloved Disney Characters with stars on the walk of fame.  Minnie will join Snow White, Donald Duck, Winnie the Pooh, Tinker Bell and Kermit the Frog, all of whom already have a star.