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Cool news out of Disneyland Paris this week — La Place de Rémy is now open at Walt Disney Studios Park! And the new area is home to the brand new attraction and table service restaurant inspired by the Disney-Pixar animated film Ratatouille, news we first told you about earlier this year. A ride? Based on a restaurant? Especially a French restaurant??? I love it! L’Aventure Totalement Toquée de Rémy — The New Ratatouille-Themed Attraction at Disneyland Paris The attraction, L’Aventure Totalement Toquée de Rémy, seems like all kinds of fun, too! As guests shrink down to rodent size, they board little rat-shaped cars. The scale allows riders to experience the grandeur of Paris — and world-famous Gusteau’s — from Rémy’s point of view! Guests scurry willy-nilly through a course, high above the rooftops of Paris, before making their way through Gusteau’s kitchen and dining room. And it’s a safe bet that the ride delivers a few thrills and chills along the way, courtesy of Chef Skinner! Once guests complete their harrowing journey, they’re delivered to their final destination — Bistrot Chez Rémy. And after all this talk of ratatouille, of course it’s featured on the menu! Gusteau’s Sign Soars Over La Place de Rémy and Bistrot Chez Rémy While L’Aventure Totalement Toquée de Rémy and Bistrot Chez Rémy are now open, guests still have something to look forward to, as merchandise outlet Chez Marianne will open later this year. I think it’s time for a field trip! Who’s up for it?? Does the L’Aventure Totalement Toquée de Rémy sound like a fun way to arrive for dinner to you? Leave a comment and let us know your thoughts! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com!Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on TwitterBecome a Facebook Fan Related posts: News! Ratatouille Themed Restaurant Will Open in Disneyland Paris this SummerNew! Disneyland Paris 20th Anniversary WinesNews: Tangaroa Terrace and Trader Sam’s to Open in Disneyland Hotel View the full article

One of my favorite articles to write for the Disney Parks Blog gives readers a glimpse into future merchandise development (who wouldn’t want to travel through time?). Introduced in early 2012, these semi-regular stories are filled with things that make me beyond happy. Here is a look at some of my favorites coming to Disney Parks later this year. I still remember the day that Aaron Babcock, merchandiser for home and decorative goods, showed me the two metal trays pictured above. I did a double take as I thought they were vintage finds from some antique shop. Aaron is the developer behind those amazing items found in Disney Centerpiece at the Marketplace Co-Op in Downtown Disney Marketplace in Florida. He stepped up his game with these trays that will be placed next to my vintage EPCOT Center trays from the early 1980s. Look for them this fall at the respective Resort destinations in California and Florida. I think I found the next two shirts that I will be getting for my fiancée and me. They were inspired by the popular “I’ll Be Your” Mickey and Minnie companion T-shirts released in 2012. The shirts are coming this October to Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts. I fell out of my chair when I saw the new Vinylmation – Eachz set coming this fall featuring Mabel from the hit Disney XD show “Gravity Falls.” I wasn’t surprised to learn that Thomas Scott was the Disney Design Group artist behind these limited edition figures. Thomas, who once dressed up as the character Uncle Stan for Halloween, recommended I watch the show. I’m now hooked and can’t wait for season two, which debuts on Disney Channel on August 1 at 9:00 p.m. Presented in a mystery box (how fitting), the figure on the left will be more common to find (edition size 1,350), while the figure on the right is more rare (edition size 150). Finally, I spotted these adorable new Disney Villains baby plush. Maleficent will be joined by baby Cruella de Vil this November, while Ursula will be released early next year. Which things are you most excited to see? Please share in the comments below. New Merchandise on the Horizon for Fall 2014 at Disney Parks by Steven Miller: Originally posted on the Disney Parks Blog View the full article

Summer Celebration continues in the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort this month with World Cup Soccer finals, a celebration of summer volleyball and more “Dole Days of Summer” Hawaiian Nights. Soccer fans have been cheering World Cup matches at the Downtown Disney District , inside ESPN Zone and on the 10-by-16-foot outdoor LED jumbo screen in the Downtown Disney District common area. Throughout the World Cup third place and final matches this weekend, there will be some additional exciting events available for our guests. On Saturday and Sunday, July 12 and 13, we will be sharing a futsal (the smaller-scale cousin of soccer) demo and clinic in the Downtown Disney District common area near the LED jumbo screen. Starting at noon Saturday and Sunday, several local coaches will provide an interactive soccer/futsal clinic for kids. In addition, on Saturday only, Joe-Max Moore – U.S. Soccer Hall of Famer, Olympian and three-time FIFA World Cup U.S.A. Team Member, will appear at 11:15 a.m. to meet and greet soccer fans. Closed toe shoes and a signed waiver will be required for all participants. DJ Wendy will appear throughout the weekend to spin tunes and provide commentary on the matches. As the World Cup comes to its conclusion, summer volleyball arrives to bring the beach to the Downtown Disney District for a five-day event, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday, July 16, through Sunday, July 20. The event, which focuses on health and community outreach, encouraging children of all ages to get out and play safely, will take place on a specially constructed sand volleyball court in the plaza between ESPN Zone and Earl of Sandwich. Highlights will include OC Volleyball Junior Tournament play from 9 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, July 16, 18 and 19; clinics hosted by volleyball professional Ed Ratledge from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday through Friday; an intermural tournament for teams of Disneyland Resort cast members Wednesday through Friday; and exhibition games by collegiate women’s doubles teams, amateur and youth players. A lineup of professional beach volleyball players will appear Saturday, July 19 (pro legend men) and Sunday, July 20 (pro legend women) for exhibition games and to greet fans. Thanks to the popularity of “Dole Days of Summer” Hawaiian Nights, two additional Fridays have been added to the lineup: July 18 and 25. That means additional opportunities to enjoy the island entertainment on Friday nights, and to sample the Hawaiian dishes at Downtown Disney restaurants. World Cup Final Matches, Volleyball, Extra Hawaiian Nights Amplify the Fun of Summer Celebration in the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort by John McClintock: Originally posted on the Disney Parks Blog View the full article

Recently, we shared our first #DisneyKids roundtable interview featuring preschoolers showing just how passionate they are about their favorite characters. Today, we’re asking them about rides at Walt Disney World Resort. Many children visiting Disney Parks not only have their favorite attractions but they also remember every little detail about the experience. It’s fun to see that even at a young age, they’ve created great memories about being immersed in their beloved stories. Do your little ones have a favorite Disney Parks attraction? Let us know in the comments. #DisneyKids: Remembering Favorite Attractions at Disney Parks by Jamie Langdon: Originally posted on the Disney Parks Blog View the full article

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Now that summer has arrived at Disney Parks, guests will soon find new Hidden Mickey pins at Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts. These unique pins will be distributed to cast members to use for trading with guests by late July 2014. You may recall that we typically release two different waves of pins a year (the first wave this year was introduced back in February). Here is a closer look at what guests can expect to trade in the coming months. Cast members at Disneyland Resort will soon receive an assortment of 30 different pins to use for trading with guests. The image above is a checklist to help you identify the new pins coming to California. As a reminder, Hidden Mickey pins typically measure about 1.25-inches and contain the phrase ”Hidden Mickey Pin” on the back of the pin. I think my favorite series features Disney Birds (I’m partial to birds, especially ones that are orange). The special thing about this series is that there will be five different Disney bird pins found at Walt Disney World Resort that complement the pins at Disneyland Resort. The “Villainous Sidekicks” collection will also feature complementary pins. The image above shows the 30 pins that will be distributed to cast members at Walt Disney World Resort. The series that caught my eye in this collection is the character themed MagicBands. Chaser pins will also be included in this new wave for 2014. These silver-colored pins are rarer to find compared to their full color counterparts. Which pins do you want to trade? Please share in the comments below. New Hidden Mickey Pins Arriving at Disney Parks in July 2014 by Steven Miller: Originally posted on the Disney Parks Blog View the full article

Perhaps you’ve heard of a moderately successful Disney film called Frozen? Well, it’s time to celebrate with some Frozen Summer Fun at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Frozen Summer Fun! And there is so much to do! Your first stop might be belting out “Let It Go” with Anna and Elsa at For the First Time In Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration! Elsa and Anna Letting It Go! Or maybe you’ll head straight over to Frozen Funland, where you can try your hand (or, umm, feet?) at skating on the indoor ice rink. Or you can do what I did and enjoy watching other people skate in your place . Performers at Frozen Funland Ice Rink Frozen Funland Ice Rink You’ll want to make sure your Take-Along Olaf is snapping plenty of selfies! Take-Along Olaf Or maybe just take some time to gaze at the gently falling snow covering the pine– I mean, palm trees. Let it SNOW!! No matter which way you turn, there’s all sorts of Frozen Fun to be had, so you might need to refuel with a snack or two! Several classic Disney Park snacks – such as Krispy Treats and Frosted Cookies, as well as a newcomer, Brownie Pops — have been spruced up for the occasion in hues of “Frozen” white and blue at the Wandering Oaken’s Trading Post (special for the event, you’ll find it in the Streets of America section), and Sweet Spells. Wandering Oaken’s Trading Post sign “Frozen” Krispy Treats Snowflake Cookies Chocolate-covered Moose Cookies Blue and White Brownie Pops And these days no bakery case in Disney World is complete without the Olaf Candy Apple! Olaf Candy Apple The Wandering Oaken’s Trading Post is the neighbor to Frozen Funland, the already-famous spot that includes the ice skating rink as well as the Sweet Treat Bar. Sweet Treat Bar Sweet Treat Bar Menu I know the choice of Hot Cocoa in July might not top your list, but they do keep it fairly chilly in there for the rink. Plus, the addition of Toasted Marshmallow flavor makes it a bit more enticing, no? The Sweet Treat Bar is one of several spots around Hollywood Studios where you can grab the specialty cupcakes for Frozen Summer Fun: the Elsa Vanilla Cupcake with Buttercream Icing, the Anna Chocolate Cupcake with Buttercream Icing, and the Olaf Carrot Cake Cupcake with Cream Cheese Icing. Elsa Cupcakes Anna Cupcakes Olaf Cupcakes Of course, you can find the Olaf Cupcake at several Hollywood Studios Quick Service locations, including Fairfax Fare, Studio Catering Co., Pizza Planet, and — the spot where I grabbed mine — Starring Rolls Café! Take-Along Olaf with Olaf Carrot Cake Cupcake There is PUH-LENTY of divine vanilla cream cheese frosting topping the carrot cake here. The cake itself was moist, if not as well-spiced as I like. But the cream cheese frosting is THE reason to grab yourself an Olaf. Stat. Inside of Olaf Carrot Cake Cupcake with Cream Cheese Icing The little “snow cap” pieces generously sprinkled on the outside add a cute touch as well as a nice bit of crunch. “Snow cap” crunch In the mood for something… well, frozen, instead? How about a stop at Hollywood Scoops for a Build Your Own Sugar Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich? “Do you want to build an Ice Cream Sandwich?” Upon receiving your Ice Cream Sandwich (I chose vanilla ice cream), the Cast Member assisting you will likely direct you to the spoons. By all means, grab one! While the flavors are fine and the theme is fun, the sugar cookie is quite thin and brittle, and not as easily able to support the hefty serving of ice cream inside as the regular Hollywood Scoops Ice Cream Sandwich (which is also still available). Sugar Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich So, really, it ends up being two sugar cookies and a few scoops of ice cream… which isn’t necessarily a bad thing, either ;). Over at Min & Bill’s Dockside Diner, you can find the coveted Olaf Souvenir Cup filled with your choice of Blue Raspberry Milkshake or Frozen Lemonade. Olaf Souvenir Cup at Min & Bill’s Dockside Diner Olaf Souvenir Cup The Olaf Cup is available at several other locations as well, though your choice of beverage will vary per location. For instance, at Backlot Express, the cup comes with Strawberry Lemonade or a fountain beverage. Frozen Fun Treats sign The Premiere Theater is playing host to For the First Time In Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration, and this cute kiosk stands just outside. Frozen Fun Snack kiosk Frozen Fun snack kiosk menu This is where I grabbed my Arendelle Punch: a super tasty and refreshing non-alcoholic mix of pineapple juice, ginger ale, and grenadine. Arendelle Punch A word to the wise: do your best to savor this drink. The fizzy, tangy refreshment paired with the intense midday heat meant – for me – that this drink was gone waaaay too soon. Plus, coming in around 12 ounces, it’s a smaller size. Beginning at 4 pm every day, that same beverage mix becomes the “Let It Glow” with the addition of a glow cube! All of my Frozen fun took place earlier in the day, but this picture shows one of the spots where you’ll be able to find it: the temporary Animation Bar near the Sorcerer’s Hat. Animation Bar, pre-opening Two adult libations will be available as well: the Summer Berry Margarita, and the Blue Dream, a mix of Citrus Vodka, Blue Curacao, Peach Schnapps, Sweet-and-Sour Mix, and Pineapple Juice. Oh, and those happily glow, too! Frozen Summer Fun is taking place at Hollywood Studios through September 1st, and the activities and treats listed above will be available throughout the run of the event. We hope to see you there… Elsa and Anna Elsa and Anna do, too ! What Frozen Summer Fun treat would you like to try? Please let us know with a comment! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com!Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on TwitterBecome a Facebook Fan Related posts: New! “Frozen” Food Comes to Disney’s Hollywood Studios for the Summer!News! Enjoy the Frozen Summer Fun Premium Package — Complete with Dessert Party!Review: Hollywood Scoops at Disney’s Hollywood Studios View the full article

Tonight’s “Disney Parks After Dark” image is by far one of the best I’ve seen of the statue of Roy O. Disney and Minnie Mouse. This statue, which is of Walt Disney’s older brother and longtime business partner, sits near the flagpole on Main Street, U.S.A., at Magic Kingdom Park. GalleryDisney Parks After Dark view allDisney Parks After Dark: Roy & Minnie at Magic Kingdom Park by Jennifer Fickley-Baker: Originally posted on the Disney Parks Blog View the full article

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In late May, we kicked off summer at Disney Parks with Rock Your Disney Side 24-hour event. As part of the event here at the Disneyland Resort, we featured Disney California Adventure park-inspired sidewalk art by featured artist Noah to launch our Show Your Disney Sidewalk campaign on Instagram. For the past six weeks, followers of the Disneyland and Walt Disney World Instagram accounts were encouraged to show their Disney Side through sidewalk art, and some of the results were breathtaking. Show Your Disney Sidewalk has wrapped up, but I wanted to share some of the amazing pieces we saw. @egreen2003 posted this lovely scene of Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse enjoying fireworks. In this wonderfully detailed piece, @mantia and @grafera pay tribute to a favorite summertime Disney Parks treat. The “Partners” statue is depicted in silhouette against fireworks – and @victoria_rangel_ even included a hidden Mickey! I love the simplicity of this piece by @eelaineee, showing that less is sometimes more when depicting a Disney Parks icon. Did you Show Your Disney Sidewalk on Instagram this summer? Disneyland and Walt Disney World Fans Show Their Disney Sidewalks on Instagram by Erin Glover: Originally posted on the Disney Parks Blog View the full article

It’s summertime. It’s warm. I need to cool off. Should I hang ten at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park or hit the slopes at Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park? Decisions, decisions. While I deliberate, here’s a look at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park under construction from March 1989 and Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park in December 1994. I still can’t decide. If I go to Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon I can take a ride on Crush ‘n’ Gusher, while over at Disney’s Blizzard Beach I can slide down the Toboggan Racers. This is the toughest decision of the summer for me at Walt Disney World Resort. Vintage Walt Disney World: Early Days of Disney Water Parks by Nate Rasmussen: Originally posted on the Disney Parks Blog View the full article

We’re halfway through the 10-week run of Harambe Nights, our new special event at Disney’s Animal Kingdom celebrating the 20th anniversary of “The Lion King.” Guests have been raving about the African-inspired cuisine, the street party entertainment, the celebrity narrators, and the live orchestra and choir for “The Lion King – Concert in the Wild.” Held inside the newly built Harambe Theatre, “The Lion King – Concert in the Wild” is a 55-minute theatrical experience created exclusively for Harambe Nights and completely different from the “Festival of the Lion King” show presented during the daytime. In fact, today we have for you a unique look at how the Harambe Theatre is transformed from day to night, as our Entertainment team sets the stage for “The Lion King – Concert in the Wild.” From Viola Davis to David Alan Grier, each celebrity narrator who has participated in “The Lion King – Concert in the Wild” has brought his or her own unique talent and passion to the performance. The lineup of narrators features stars from movies, TV, and Broadway. Scheduled to appear on upcoming nights are*: July 12 – Harry Lennix: “The Blacklist,” “The Five Heartbeats”July 19 – Joe Morton: “Scandal,” “American Gangster,” “The Good Wife”July 26 – Alfre Woodard: “Desperate Housewives,” “Miss Evers Boys”August 2 – Brian Stokes Mitchell: “Ragtime,” “Trapper John, M.D.,” “Glee”August 9 – Patina Miller: “Pippin,” “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1”The first five weeks of Harambe Nights were all sold out, but great seats are still available for each of the remaining dates in July and August. You’ll need to act fast, though! Tickets are $119 for adults, $79 for ages 3-9, plus tax. Your ticket includes parking, a welcome reception with drinks and hors d’oeuvres, “The Lion King – Concert in the Wild” show, two hours of additional live entertainment during the Harambe Nights Street Party, and an abundant dinner buffet. For tickets, visit Disneyworld.com/HarambeNights or call 407-939-1319. For an even more in-depth look at “The Lion King – Concert in the Wild,” follow the links below to our previous stories here on Disney Parks Blog. (*Entertainment subject to change) Don’t Let Time Run Out! Experience Harambe Nights at Disney’s Animal Kingdom by Shawn Slater: Originally posted on the Disney Parks Blog View the full article

We have for you a unique look at how the Harambe Theatre is transformed from day to night, as our Entertainment team sets the stage for "The Lion King -- Concert in the Wild." Read more at...From:Disney ParksViews:24523ratingsTime:00:34More inTravel & Events

We’re sharing another great tip from our critically-acclaimed e-Book, The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World® Dining 2014! Today, we’re talking about a common conundrum: How do you satisfy all of the people, all of the time? We’ve all been there. You have a picky eater in your group. No problem, right? Hamburgers, pizza, hot dogs, and chicken nuggets are all available throughout the parks and resorts. But where do you go when you have both picky and adventurous eaters among your number? How about a buffet or food court? Disney excels at offering some truly interesting, all you care to eat options and food court choices, where the picky and the persnickety can both find satisfying options. Let’s check out a couple. Tusker House at Disney’s Animal KingdomTusker House in Disney’s Animal Kingdom is one of our favorite stops for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The restaurant features a wonderful spread of African-inspired food. And at breakfast and lunch, you also have the added benefit of a character dining experience! Goofy Strikes at Pose at Tusker House in Disney’s Animal Kingdom If you’re feeling adventurous, start your meal off with the interesting array of Chutneys and Spreads, before moving on to interesting house specialties like Bobotie or Potato and Pea Samosas. Beef Bobotie at Tusker House And lovers of food and pickier eaters alike are bound to find something to pique their interest from the “Wall of Flames” — Tusker House’s rotisserie station. And for the very, very picky, there’s always the Kids’ Buffet, which routinely features favorites like Mac and Cheese, Corn Dog Nuggets, and Plain Roasted Chicken. Landscape of Flavors at Disney’s Art of Animation ResortAt Landscape of Flavors, Disney’s newest resort offers more than just cool themeing with some of your favorite characters. It also offers a killer food court with a dizzying number of options! Landscape of Flavors As with many of the Value Resort Food Courts, Landscape of Flavors offers different stations so that guests in the same party can have completely different eating experiences. We love some of the more interesting options at Landscape of Flavors, like their meals featuring Tandoori-roasted meats. But my favorite is their Create Your Own Pasta Bar. Be as simple or as adventurous as you’d like! Create Your Own Pasta at Landscape of Flavors: Spaghetti Carbonara with Broccoli And don’t forget to stop by the Gelato Bar for dessert! Want More Tips to Make Your Disney Trip Great?We’ve given you just a small sampling of the wealth of information that you can find about Dining at Disney in The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World® Dining 2014 — and the guide is your ticket to planning your best Disney trip yet! The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World® Dining 2014 is full of tips and planning tools, tested by our team of Disney Dining experts. We’ve done the research for you, so you’ll book Advance Dining Reservations and enter counter service spots with confidence, knowing just what to expect! With sample dining itineraries, plus our “Disney Dining at a Glance” section, featuring “Where Can I Find?” options, you’ll have everything you need to satisfy the most discriminating of diners! Click here to get your copy of The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World® Dining 2014 E-book — and use code 2014 for an extra $4 discount for a limited time! What restaurant is your favorite for pleasing everyone in your party? Share your thoughts in the comments below! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com!Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on TwitterBecome a Facebook Fan Related posts: Tips from the DFB Guide: Dining with Picky Eaters in Disney WorldTips for Picky Eaters in Disney ParksTips from the DFB Guide: Three Must-Try Disney Snacks for 2013 View the full article

Who’s ready to see Disney’s “Planes: Fire and Rescue” when it opens in theaters July 18? As you may know, when world-famous air racer Dusty learns that his engine is damaged and he may never race again, he must shift gears and is launched into the world of aerial firefighting. Dusty joins forces with veteran fire and rescue helicopter Blade Ranger and his team, including a bunch of all-terrain vehicles known as The Smokejumpers. Together, the fearless team battles a massive wildfire, and Dusty learns what it takes to become a true hero. On Saturday, July 12, meet director/co-writer Bobs Gannaway and producer Ferrell Barron, the filmmakers behind “Planes: Fire & Rescue” from 2 – 4 p.m. at Fly n’ Buy in Disney California Adventure park. Ferrell and Bobs will be on hand to sign some of the new merchandise hitting store shelves now. Here’s a look at some of the “Planes: Fire & Rescue” merchandise that has soared into Disney Parks, so that you can prepare your crew for this amazing new adventure. The Dusty Do-It-Yourself Foam Plane, the original “Planes: Fire & Rescue” Walt Disney Records Soundtrack, the Piston Peak Fire Air Operations open edition pin and of course, a baseball hat (available in youth size only). Now if you are in need of actual Piston Peak Fire & Rescue gear, you’ve come to the right place. Check out these new youth tees and fleece that can only be found at Disney Parks. A few other must- have items landing on shelves include die-cast metal cars, deluxe play sets, storybooks, RipFlash flyers and more. Take a look! Find Disney “Planes: Fire & Rescue” merchandise at select locations at Disney Parks & Resorts including: Disneyland Resort Disney California Adventure park – Elias & Co., Fly n’ Buy, Sarge’s Surplus HutDisneyland park – Emporium, Gag Factory, Little Green Men Store CommandDowntown Disney District– World of Disney StoreWalt Disney World Resort Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park – Creature ComfortsDowntown Disney Marketplace– World of Disney StoreMagic Kingdom Park – EmporiumMouse Gear – EpcotWant to learn more about “Planes: Fire & Rescue”? Take off and soar with to new heights with this elite aerial firefighting crew here. Disney’s ‘Planes: Fire & Rescue’ Lands at Disney Parks by Michelle Harker: Originally posted on the Disney Parks Blog View the full article

La Place de Rémy, our first themed area based on the Academy Award-winning film “Ratatouille,” opened to guests at Disneyland Paris today — and the response has been fantastic. Its anchor is L’Aventure Totalement Toquée de Rémy, an attraction that shrinks you down to the size of a rat and whisks you away on an adventure over the rooftops of Paris and through Gusteau’s. The ride vehicles seem to have a mind of their own as they scurry through Gusteau’s kitchen and dining room, and ultimately deliver you in time for dinner at Bistrot Chez Rémy. La Place de Rémy also celebrates one of the film’s biggest stars – Paris … the culture, the architecture, and the food. In addition to the innovative attraction, the area includes Bistrot Chez Rémy, a table-service restaurant where you can enjoy (of course) a bowl of ratatouille, among other menu options. Later this year, we’ll open Chez Marianne, a new boutique, named as an homage to the iconic symbol of the French Republic. We think you’ll agree that La Place de Rémy – which truly celebrates Paris and the great Disney/Pixar film – is a charming and fitting addition to Disneyland Paris. Bienvenue to our Guests at La Place de Rémy by Tom Staggs: Originally posted on the Disney Parks Blog View the full article

Beginning this September, we are celebrating Halloween on the High Seas aboard all four Disney ships! If you love spooktacular fun as much as we do, you're sure to agree with our seven reasons...From:Disney ParksViews:192760ratingsTime:01:03More inTravel & Events

Only two weeks (and two challenges) remain in the “Be The Eighth Miner” contest, which lets you share your excitement for the opening of the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train attraction in creative ways via social media. You can enter the “Be The Eighth Miner” contest for a chance to win a seven-day, seven-night vacation to Walt Disney World Resort to meet the Dwarfs and experience the attraction for yourself. Each week, a new challenge will be posted on BeThe8thMiner.com that asks you to show specific “Seven Dwarf”-inspired skills in a photo or Vine video. Once your entry is done, you follow @WaltDisneyWorld on Twitter, and tweet out your entry along with the hashtag #8thMinerContest. Throughout the contest, social media superstars have been contributing example videos or photos to illustrate what the week’s challenge is all about. This week, Mindy McKnight of YouTube’s Cute Girl Hairstyles, shares looks for “Miner Hair” and “Beards.” For more on this contest and official rules, click here. Two Challenges Remain in the ‘Be The Eighth Miner’ Contest by Jennifer Fickley-Baker: Originally posted on the Disney Parks Blog View the full article

Summertime may just be getting started, but I’m already excited about the fun in store for Disney cruisers this fall. For the first time ever, we are celebrating Halloween on the High Seas aboard all four ships! Last year, our Halloween on the High Seas cruises aboard the Disney Dream were so popular that this year we’re bringing the excitement to the Disney Fantasy, Disney Wonder and Disney Magic, too! Beginning this September, our Halloween-themed cruises are packed with costume parties, frighteningly fun activities, lively entertainment and even a Pumpkin Tree that magically transforms throughout the cruise. (More on that next week!) If you love spooktacular fun as much as we do, you’re sure to agree that Halloween is better on the High Seas. Here’s just seven reasons why we think so … 7 Reasons Halloween is Better on the High Seas with Disney Cruise Line by Jonathan Frontado: Originally posted on the Disney Parks Blog View the full article

Disney World is sharing more "Frozen" treats for Anna and Elsa fans. View the full article

My social-media feed has been peppered with Hollywood Studios bashing lately. Sure, the theme park could use a freshening and a few new features, but there are at least five attractions that make me smile. View the full article

We’ve visited the Royal Anandapur Tea Company in Animal Kingdom more than a few times. Learn About: Royal Anandapur Tea CompanyAnimal Kingdom Disney World RestaurantsTucked in Animal Kingdom’s Asia just across the way from Kali River Rapids, this hidden gem is known primarily for it’s terrific variety of loose hot teas. But you can also grab yummy snacks (check the baked goods case for one of those giant pink donuts from time to time) as well as specialty drinks. You’ll even find holiday flavors here during the Winter. But since our visit coincides with the absolute pinnacle of Summer in Orlando, it was time to find something cool — even icy — to sip. Royal Anandapur Tea Company Royal Anandapur Tea Company signs Tea selection at Royal Anandapur Tea Company We know a lot of our readers love the Frozen Chai, and so we figured it was high time to feature it here on DFB! Ready to dive in?? Royal Anandapur Tea Company Menu While several of the coffee and tea beverages on the menu can be found at other Joffrey’s Coffee kiosks around Disney World, I believe this is one of the only locations where you can find a blended Frozen Chai. (You can find the Iced Chai — a creamy chai tea poured over ice — at a few of the other kiosks.) When I placed my order, I was asked if I wanted whipped cream on top of my beverage. Hmmm, let me think about that… YES!!! As someone who sees Mickey-shaped food rather frequently, I have no idea why I was so happy when it came to me like this… Whipped Cream Mickey! A Whipped Cream Mickey! Frozen Chai I had to make it past the fun-ness, though, to try the Frozen Chai. My first impression was that it was — in a word — yummy! The frozen consistency was more icy than creamy, but still well-blended. Of the autumn spices that chai tea is known for, the one that seemed most prominent to me in this blend was either nutmeg or clove. Frozen Chai Alas, poor Whipped Cream Mickey was not long for this world, because I especially enjoyed the flavor once I mixed in the whipped cream. Bye bye, Mickey! Something that struck me even more than the taste, though, was that it was quite filling. If you’re torn between grabbing an icy beverage to cool you down or a snack to tide you over until your next Advance Dining Reservation, this could do the trick quite nicely. Still not sure if Frozen Chai is for you? No problem — I was offered a sample prior to deciding. At $5.39 (and not an option as a snack credit on the Disney Dining Plan) you want to be sure you’ll enjoy it. I know I did! Have you tried the Frozen Chai? Please let us know with a comment! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com!Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on TwitterBecome a Facebook Fan Related posts: Hidden Gem: Animal Kingdom’s Royal Anandapur Tea CompanyReview: Anandapur Local Food Cafes (Yak and Yeti Counter Service) in Animal KingdomNew Boneless Chicken Wings at Mr. Kamal’s and Frozen Drinks at the Animal Kingdom View the full article

I recently shared some useful expressions for your visit to Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa. Today, I’m pleased to pass along a fantastic offer, to give your `ohana the chance to try out these useful phrases during a vacation to the recently voted Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards 2014 Top Hotel for Families in the United States! Purchase a consecutive four-night stay in any room at Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, now through October 30, 2014, and receive the fourth night free! This amazing offer is available for stays most nights from August 15, 2014, through December 22, 2014. In addition, upgrade to a one- or two-bedroom villa and receive a $100 per night resort credit, in addition to your free night. These villas are truly homes away from home, featuring accommodations like a full kitchen, laundry amenities and plenty of room for your keiki to spread out and relax. A resort credit can be applied to spending the day relaxing in the 18,000-square-foot Laniwai Spa or enjoying a savory meal at `AMA`AMA, overlooking the ocean. Your keiki might want to even snorkel in Rainbow Reef – O`ahu’s only private snorkeling lagoon! Ready to book right now? Visit www.disneyaulani.com for booking and more information! *Reservation must be booked between July 9, 2014 and October 30, 2014 for stays between August 15, 2014 and December 22th, 2014. Block-out dates of 11/26/14 through 11/29/14 apply. 4th Night Free Offer applies only to stays of four or more consecutive nights all between August 15 and December 22, 2014, excluding any nights from 11/26/14 through 11/29/14. The free night savings is distributed across total room nights and is reflected in a reduced nightly rate, based on the non-discounted rate. Offer excludes suites and 3-bedroom Grand Villas. Resort Credit Offer of $100 is applied per room per consecutive night of your package stay for reservations booked in 1-bedroom or 2-bedroom villas only. The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited and room availability may vary by dates of stay. Resort credit may not be redeemed for cash in whole or in part, transferred, refunded or applied towards room rate. All resort credits will expire at midnight on package departure date. 4th Night Free Offer excludes Resort Fees and taxes. Not valid in combination with any other discounts or offers.. Additional per-adult charges may apply if more than two adults per room. Limit two rooms per reservation and subject to room occupancy limitations. Advance reservations required. Subject to additional restrictions and change without notice. Enjoy a Fourth Night Free at Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, with Special New Offer by Tyler Slater: Originally posted on the Disney Parks Blog View the full article