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  • FuelRod Swapping Will No Longer Be Free at Walt Disney Parks

    FuelRod Swapping Will No Longer Be Free at Walt Disney Parks

    Disney Parks introduced FuelRods back in several years ago as a reusable, portable charging system that allows you to charge your mobile device on the go, and then swap for a fresh one free of charge and now they will still be offering the service, but it will no longer be free.

    FuelRods will still be charging at Disney Parks, but now they will be charging your pocket book as well as your phone. For $30, you can purchase a portable phone charging system at kiosks located throughout Walt Disney World Resort. Previously you could always recharge it yourself or swap it for a fully fueled unit for free, but now the swapping will cost you a fee.

    With the simple swipe of a credit card you get a portable charging unit capable of delivering up to 8 hours of additional talk time on the average smart phone, or nearly 4 additional hours of usage on the most demanding of tablets.

    “The FuelRod is the latest technology in portable charging technology with the highest energy density on the market,” according to their website.

    According to signage on all FuelRod kiosks in the Magic Kingdom, Fuel Rod swaps will cost $3 starting on November 1st, 2019. Both Disney World and Disneyland will both be charging.

  • New Fancy Nancy and Vampirina Meet & Greet Now on Disney Cruise Line

    New Fancy Nancy and Vampirina Meet & Greet Now on Disney Cruise Line

    Two of your favorite Disney Junior characters, Fancy Nancy and Vampirina, are now setting sailing on Disney Cruise Line!

    Guests of all ages can meet Disney Junior friends around the ship for special photo opportunities. Inside Disney’s Oceaneer Club, kids are able to take part in special, interactive activities inspired by these beloved characters.

    You can add a little fanciness to your life with “Fancy It Yourself with Fancy Nancy!” With the help of Disney Cruise Line’s “magnifique” entertainment hosts, kids will create their very own artwork and fancy signatures that will be displayed throughout the room to transform the space into a beautiful Play Palace. They’ll also participate in several fancy lessons by learning how to walk fancy, talk fancy and have a fancy tea party. Fancy Nancy even joins in on the fun to congratulate everyone on everything that makes them unique and fantastique!

    You can also rock out with your best monster moves at the “Dancelvania Dance Party” with Vampirina! Kids will create their own spook-tastic looks and dance to popular songs from the hit show. Of course, this spooktacular party wouldn’t be complete without Vampirina herself stopping by to dance and congratulate everyone on their monsterific moves and fang-tastic creations!

    Fancy Nancy and Vampirina join the lineup of other great Disney Junior characters and activities aboard Disney ships like “Doc McStuffins Toy Hospital” where children can become Jr. Toy Doctors, and “Mickey Mouse and the Roadster Racers” where you can build and race your own roadster to win the Cruise Line Cup. On the Disney Magic and Disney Wonder, there is even a Disney Junior-themed play area where children can be immersed in the worlds of their favorite characters.  

  • BREAKING: ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’ Final Trailer Finally Debuts

    BREAKING: ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’ Final Trailer Finally Debuts

    The official trailer for “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” debuted during halftime of ESPN’s Monday night NFL match up between the New England Patriots and the New York Jets.

    The two-minute-long trailer took viewers through the many galaxies of the Star Wars universe while focusing on the battle between the light and dark sides of the Force represented in Daisy Ridley’s Rey and Adam Driver’s Kylo Ren.

    Take a look below at the trailer below:

    The new clip focuses on the looming showdown between the Resistance, personified by the Jedi warrior Rey (Daisy Ridley), and the First Order, led by Kylo Ren (Adam Driver). As in the earlier trailer, Lando Calrissian (Billy Dee Williams) is seen riding alongside Chewbacca (Joonas Suotamo), and another returning character, the villainous Palpatine (Ian McDiarmid), is heard only in voice-over.

    The studio has kept the ninth and concluding chapter of the so-called “Skywalker saga” largely under wraps, putting out only an initial trailer in April and then a “Special Look” promo in August that was long on footage previously seen in earlier films.

  • You Can Create Your Own Car Magnets Now at Disney Parks

    You Can Create Your Own Car Magnets Now at Disney Parks

    For those that love to collect those Disney car magnets you can now create your own at Disney Parks!

    You already know how fun it is to create your own phone case or Magicband at the D-Tetch stations like the ones found in the Space Mountain gift shop and in Disney Springs, but now they have added the option to create your own magnets!

    They even have an exclusive passholder magnet that you can customize with your name. An annual pass with ID will be asked for at the register when you are done customizing that particular one. Take a look at a few of the cool options below:

    There is a very wide variety so you’ll definitely find your favorite! Some can be customized and some cannot. The magnets are priced at $14.99 and an additional $3.00 for customizing.

  • Igloo Launches Line of Classic Star Wars Coolers

    Igloo Launches Line of Classic Star Wars Coolers

    This is the cooler you’re looking for! Igloo and Star Wars have teamed up to bring you an out of this galaxy line of classic coolers featuring iconic elements from the Star Wars saga.

    Showcasing beloved characters, storyboard and poster imagery, the line includes limited edition models of Igloo’s classic Playmate, Playmate Mini coolers, and hydration jugs.

    “Igloo is super excited to collaborate with Lucasfilm to create this line of Star Wars inspired coolers for fans who are looking to transport their lunch and beverages with style,” said Brian Garofalow, Vice President of Marketing for Igloo Coolers. “The Star Wars Playmate Product Lineup is a perfect fit for those looking for a fun and usable cooler, growler or jug for their every-day needs.”

    This collection will be available for purchase starting Friday, October 18 at select retail partners and at www.igloocoolers.com.

    The Star Wars Playmate Product Lineup features coolers and hydration jugs featuring a few designs, including:

    • Star Wars Storyboards Playmate Classic and cans – Limited edition 14 qt cooler with black and white storyboard imagery
    • Star Wars Italian Poster Playmate Classic – Limited edition Star Wars Playmate with the wrap around graphics from the Italian poster that showcases the film
    • Star Wars Mint-In-Box Playmate Classic – features bold graphics of mint-in-box edition collectible action figures
    • Star Wars Toy Box Playmate Mini
    • Star Wars Growlers
    • R2-D2™ hydration jugs
    • Darth Vader™ hydration jugs
    • Millennium Falcon™ cans
  • Get Paid $1,000 to Watch 30 Disney Movies in 30 Days

    Get Paid $1,000 to Watch 30 Disney Movies in 30 Days

    Wouldn’t it be great if you could get paid to just sit around and watch Disney movies? Well luckily you can, because there is a company out there that will pay you to do just that!

    To celebrate the upcoming launch of the new Disney+ streaming service on Nov. 12, Reviews.org is looking for the ultimate Disney fanatic to watch 30 Disney movies in 30 days and you’ll get paid $1,000 to do it!

    If you are chosen, you’ll have to watch 30 feature films or full TV show episodes on Disney+ once it launches on Nov. 12 within 30 days. Take a look below for exact details on how to sign up:

    To apply, all you have to do is fill out a questionnaire and submit a video review of your favorite Disney movie using the link below.

    If you succeed, you’ll have some fun stuff headed your way:

    • $1,000 
    • A subscription to Disney+ for one whole year
    • A Disney-themed movie-watching kit, complete with a cozy mouse-themed blanket, four cups that would make Mickey proud, and a Pixar popcorn popper

    Applicants must be 18 or older and a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. To apply, click HERE.

  • New Pandora Charms Making a Splash Only on Disney Cruise Line

    New Pandora Charms Making a Splash Only on Disney Cruise Line

    Pandora and Disney Cruise Line have partnered once again to offer you another unique way to commemorate your Disney cruise vacation! This summer, Pandora released four new charms exclusively for Disney Cruise Line guests.

    Each sterling silver dangle charm is adorned with an elegant, colored enamel logo representing one of the four Disney ships. This is the first time Pandora has released designs specifically to individual Disney ships. 

    The charms are only available on the corresponding ship, which means you’ll need to sail across the fleet to collect all four. Happy cruising!

  • Disney Cruise Line, Disney Parks & Resorts and Disney Store Rank #1 In Customer Service

    Disney Cruise Line, Disney Parks & Resorts and Disney Store Rank #1 In Customer Service

    Disney Cruise Line, Disney Parks & Resorts and the Disney Store have all earned the highest honors in a new Newsweek survey ranking America’s best customer service!

    As many of you know, Disney cast members go out of their way on a daily basis to make magic and provide the best possible service for guests. Delivering exceptional experiences and exceeding guest expectations is at the heart of everything they do at Disney Parks!

    And for the second year in a row, Disney Cruise Line has topped the list of brands that exemplify outstanding customer service. 

    In the survey of more than 20,000 customers, Disney Cruise Line ranked as the number one company overall, across a variety of industries, as well as in the “Cruise Line Operator” category. And the amazing customer service and experiences at Disney Cruise Line will be expanding in upcoming years with new ships scheduled for delivery in 2021, 2022 and 2023.

    The survey also recognized Disney Parks & Resorts as the best in its category! Disney Parks & Resorts, which is continuing an incredible year of growth and exciting new offerings, including Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Resort and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, earned the best customer service ranking in the “Amusement Park Experience” category.

    And the Disney Store was awarded the top spot by consumers in the “Toy” category as well. Disney Store locations continue to provide the best of what Disney Parks has to offer in merchandise – as well as outstanding guest experiences across the nation.

  • Haunted Mansion Glow-in-the-Dark Minnie Ears Now Available at Disney Parks

    Haunted Mansion Glow-in-the-Dark Minnie Ears Now Available at Disney Parks

    Your favorite Grim Grinning Ghosts have come to socialize at Disney Parks! Right now, you can find a glow-in-the-dark Minnie Ear headband inspired by the Haunted Mansion attraction.

    The Singing Busts from the attraction are front and center while silhouettes of The Hitchhiking Ghosts and Gravedigger adorn the headband’s purple ears.

    And that’s not all! The headband includes a glow-in-the-dark “Grim Grinning Ghosts” embroidered on the side.

    Hurry back to Disney Parks and add this haunting headband to your collection this fall season available while supplies last.

  • Disney Skyliner Gondolas Return to Service Transporting Guests

    Disney Skyliner Gondolas Return to Service Transporting Guests

    The Disney Skyliner gondola transportation system is returning to service today, according to the Walt Disney World website, more than a week after it was shut down due to a malfuction which left guests stranded in the air for hours.

    Notifications on Walt Disney World’s official website and the My Disney Experience app indicate that the hours of operation Monday will be 8 a.m.-10:30 p.m.

    Disney also says that on Wednesday, the line going to Hollywood Studios will be closed for “system updates,” and the other two lines will run from 1 -10:30 p.m. All lines are scheduled to run from 1-10:30 p.m. on Thursday and Friday.

    The Skyliner has been closed since the evening of Oct. 5, when the system stalled with hundreds of visitors aboard.

    Disney has not disclosed the cause of disruption or commented about photos circulating on social media showing crumpled cabins at one of the system’s loading stations. The Skyliner had been open for seven days when it halted.