Tag: California

  • DIS Unplugged Podcast – 04/25/13 – Disneyland Show

    DIS Unplugged Podcast – 04/25/13 – Disneyland Show

    In this week’s show, the team discusses this week’s Disneyland news, including more penalties related to the Space Mountain incident. Also, Nancy goes Hollywood in the next part of her SoCal 101 series and Wayne discusses the history of the water shows of Disneyland. Want to get in touch? Check out our contact page. Listen/Download…

  • Roaring, Snoring, and Touring at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park

    Our family has seen “The Lion King” countless times – in the theater, on stage, in 3D, and at home.  We rushed to see Disneynature’s African Cats and help “Save the Savanna.” Therefore, when we had a chance to see the big cats during a sleepover experience at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, we couldn’t resist.  Continue after the…

  • Ease into a California Vacation at Hollywood’s El Capitan Theatre

    With Pixar’s John Lasseter receiving a star on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame November 1st, and the release of Cars 2 on Blu Ray/DVD the same day, it reminded me of the day our family took part in the World Grand Prix at Hollywood’s El Capitan Theatre.  Continue after the break to see the level of detail Disney put…

  • Video: Give Kids The World Promotes Ice Cream for Breakfast

    At Give Kids The World Village, children with life-threatening illnesses enjoy a week of indulgences that could include unlimited visits to an on site ice cream parlor anytime of day.  As July is also National Ice Cream Month, GKTW started a national fundraising campaign called Ice Cream for Breakfast to raise awareness and funds for the Village by encouraging people…

  • What Are You Hoping to See During August’s Disney D23 Expo?

    In less than one month, the curtain will rise on the second D23 Expo – an official fan convention sponsored by the Walt Disney Company celebrating all things Disney – from theme parks, to films, music, books and television.  August 19-21, the most fervent of Disney fans will descend upon the Anaheim Convention Center for a glimpse behind…

  • SeaWorld Has Passion For Turtles With New Film And Reef Opening

    Taking a page out of Disneynature’s book, SeaWorld launched a new initiative called SeaWorld Pictures.  The first film released by the division is “Turtle: The Incredible Journey”, which premiered in 3D on Tuesday, June 21 at SeaWorld San Diego.  The film’s premiere also corresponded with the grand opening of the new Turtle Reef exhibit also…

  • Cars 2 Race CARpet Premiere at Hollywood’s El Capitan Theatre

    One thing we’ve said repeatedly, Disney knows how to throw a party.  After last month’s star-studded World Premiere of Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides at Disneyland, it was time for Disney•Pixar’s Cars 2 to… um… err… “roll out.”  On Saturday, June 18th Hollywood’s El Capitan Theatre laid down a race track carpet for one of the most unique…