Mickey Mouse Thanksgiving Napkin Rings

Now, I will tell you, there is nothing cuter in the world than this!!!

If you are looking for a fun craft for the kids, or just a way to keep them busy, or get them involved in the Thanksgiving Fun, well, here it is!!!

My friend, Lucy, sent me this from the Disney Family website!

A printable craft....Mickey Mouse Thanksgiving Napkin Rings! A-dor-a-ble!!

And, the best part is, they have the pdf ready for you to print! So, just GO HERE to print, and let the littles cut them out (or you can help them!)

I think these will be the PERFECT addition to our family table!!!

Enjoy, and Happy Thanksgiving!

Mickey's Birthday---and Gowalla partnership

What a great way to celebrate Mickey Mouse's 80th birthday! An announcement just came in celebrating Disney's partnership with Gowalla.

Rather than partnering up with Facebook Places or Foursquare, Disney has

Disney has decided to partner with location service Gowalla for an immersive location-based campaign to help people explore its flagship Disneyworld and Disneyland parks.

This partnership has a strong focus on custom Passport pages, not only to show off Disney-branded stamps...but also tagging it in with a check-in and photo stream.

This new page, Disney and Gowalla, also has a an amazing feature, allowing users to earn Disney-branded pins when you complete specific trips/check-ins within the Disney Parks.

Hundreds upon hundreds of stamps for rides and locales have been created throughout the Disney Parks including exciting locations like "The Haunted Mansion" and the fireworks show...just can checkin...and earn a stamp!

Because Disney is the world's most-recognized entertainment brand, this is a huge partnership landed by Gowalla, hoping it will drive new users to the location-based service. It has recently struggled, competing with the likes of Foursquare and Facebook Places.

Disney did not think either of the two were the perfect fit for their idea of this exploration experience, so, the partnership with Gowalla seemed like a match.

And, because the idea of "location" is still not considered mainstream, it is still to be determined just how many new users and fans the Mouse can drive to "check-in"!

Mickey Cupcakes! Oh my!

This is enough to make me want to pack a carry on and head on down to Walt Disney World right this very minute!

Have you ever seen anything so cute?!

Chocolate and Vanilla Mickey Mouse Cupcakes.

Um, yes, please!

SEC Weekend Hotel Package - Atlanta, Georgia

We interrupt our usual Disney Programming to bring you a FABULOUS room package for the SEC Game in Atlanta, Georgia. December 4, 2010.

Auburn vs. South Carolina.

Email me for details, and to reserve your package. There are only 6 left!

Why should I use an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner?

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Walt Disney World Marathon

Have you ever considered running a Marathon!?! But, you thought you could NEVER do it!

Well, YES...you absolutely can! Especially if you choose a marathon at Walt Disney World!

It is the best "miles" of your life!

Check out this new medal! A new design this year, for the first time in a long time! I am so excited and can't wait to get this medal around my neck!

So, if you were even just a little bit "on the fence" about it, sign up today ! You can do it! I will be your biggest cheerleader!

And, I can help you book your Walt Disney World Vacation Runners package today!!!

brittney@classictravelconnection.com
susan@classictravelconnection.com

Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique

It is almost a guaranteed fact that every little girl dreams of being a Princess. And, the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique can make that dream come true!

With two locations (Downtown Disney and The Magic Kingdom), you can bring your Princess in Training in for a complete Princess Makeover!

And, don't worry, if you have a Prince.....well, of course, they have something for him, too!

For a limited time, they are also offering a Tangled Package, just in time, as Disney's new movie Tangled makes it appearances in theaters near you!

Aspiring pirates, mermaids and princesses can expect to experience an extra special pinch of pixie dust and piratical fun this month as both Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique and The Pirates League introduce new packages to their line-up of already magical makeovers!

Beginning today, June 24, guests visiting Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique inside Fantasyland at Disneyland park and the World of Disney store in Downtown Disney Marketplace at the Walt Disney World Resort, will have the opportunity to learn what it’s like to not only look like a princess, but to have the heart of a princess, too, as we introduce the “Sofia the First” transformation experience. Inspired by the hit Disney Junior show, “Sofia the First”, this perfect-in-purple package includes “Sofia the First” hairstyling, shimmering makeup, nail polish, and an assortment of delicate accessories including a crown and hair bow that’s sure to bring out the inner “Sofia” in every girl!
Avast ye mateys! If savvy swashbuckling is more your style, then you may want to set your sights on land at the Magic Kingdom Park. The Pirates League has added a “Mermaid Deluxe Package” and “Jake and the Never Land Pirates Deluxe Package” to its portfolio. These deluxe style packages will include your favorite elements from our ever-popular “Mermaid” and “Jake and the Never Land Pirates” packages (which will still be available), but with a few new additions and twists!

The Mermaid Deluxe Package includes Luminous Mermaid Make-up and make-up palette, Mermaid Hairstyle with Color Changing Hair Clip, Distinctive Mermaid Necklace, Nail Polish, Mermaid Sash, plus a special mermaid costume T-shirt and tutu!

“The Jake and the Never Land Pirates” Deluxe Package includes a Jake Bandana with faux hair, sword and sheath, The Pirates League Bag, a unique pirate coin necklace, plus a Jake and the Never Land Pirates costume T-shirt to complete the overall look!


Packages available:
"DISNEY'S SECRET STAR": the Super Star Hannah Montana Makeover -- costs $109.95. The package also includes a wig, T-shirt, headset, makeup kit, guitar purse and a photo shoot with a commemorative photo. (Only available at the Downtown Disney location.)

COOL DUDE: includes Hair Style, Colored Gels/Sparkles, Mickey Face Stencil: $7.50 (no tax on this service)

Princess Packages:
COACH: includes Hair Style, Shimmering Makeup, Princess Sash: $49.95 + tax

CROWN: includes Hair Style, Shimmering Makeup, Nails, Princess Sash: $54.95 + tax

CASTLE: includes Hair Style, Shimmering Makeup, Nails, Princess Sash, Princess Costume and Shoes, Crown, Wand, and Imaging Package, which includes 1 - 6x8 and 4 - 4x6 photos in a beautifully themed photo holder: Price range is $189.95 - $249.95 + tax.

NOTE: Price range is determined by the choices of Princess Costume and Shoes.

Some general rules for all little girls and boys:

-- children must be at least 3 years old.
-- hair must be freshly clean and brushed out (no tangles)
-- hair must be free of all styling aids/products like gels, mousse, hair spray, barettes, etc.
-- fingernails must be clean and free of all nail polish/decals
-- child must bring their own brush/comb with them for the Fairy Godmother to use
-- scalp must be free and clear of any "conditions" or irritations for the last 30 days

Hours of operation for the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique's Downtown Disney location are 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. daily (last appointment will be at 5:30 p.m.), seven days a week.The Magic Kingdom salon is open every day 8 a.m.-7 p.m. (Theme park admission is required for the Magic Kingdom location.)

Give us a call, and we can help make your reservations if you have already booked your Walt Disney World Vacation Package with us!

brittney@classictravelconnection.com
susan@classictravelconnection.com

Disney Dream...heads out

(picture borrowed from the Disney Parks blog)

Now, this is a beautiful site! The Disney Dream is floating out.....escorted by a few "smaller" ships, and you can see, construction still under way ON the ship! The anticipation of seeing the Disney Dream in real life is just too much!!!

Inaugural sailing, January 26,2011~ history in the making!

Christmas Parade is in the works!

(picture borrowed from the Disney Parks blog)

How exciting! The Christmas Day Parade is underway! Selena Gomez took some time out of practicing and filming to stop for a quick shot with Chip and Dale! Now...that's a cute picture!

Selena will be singing her fabulous version of Winter Wonderland! Can't wait to hear that!

So, go ahead and put it on your calendar! You can catch the Disney Christmas Day Parade on ABC all around the country on Christmas Day:

Eastern Time Zone: 12 p.m. 2 p.m.
Central Time Zone: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Mountain Time Zone: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Pacific Time Zone: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Los Angeles: 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Disney Dream is afloat!!!

October 30,2010. A Disney Dream became a reality as they floated it out of the construction dock.

I can only imagine the ooh's and aah's that came from the crowd that morning. What a glorious sight!!!

As the Disney Dream made it's appearance, there were thousands in line waiting to catch a glimpse. After all, this is the first ship of it's kind, hosting a water coaster at sea, as long as many other firsts in the cruise industry.

Disney Cruise Line was NOT named Number 1 for no reason, you know :)

Of course, no member of the Disney Cruise Line fleet could have their "floatout" without a special appearance from Mickey Mouse himself, along with a spectacular fireworks display!!!

Now, just a week or two more, for the ship to receive it's final touches and the Disney Dream is scheduled to leave the shipyard. The plan is that the ship will be conveyed down the River Ems to the North Sea at the port of Eemshaven, The Netherlands, during the second weekend in November. The ship’s maiden voyage is scheduled for Jan. 26, 2011, sailing from Port Canaveral, Fla.

Email us today, if you would like to take part any of the first sailings of the Disney Dream! I know I do!!!