News Archive - October 2014
October 30, 2014
Enhancements Coming To
PhotoPass Service
All Guests wearing active MagicBands
will now have their attraction photos automatically associated to their My
Disney Experience accounts. All unexpired photos are visible, so attraction
photos taken within the previous 45 days will be included. In addition,
Guests without MagicBands can now associate attraction photos with RF-enabled
media (e.g., park ticket, Memory Maker card) via new touch points at the
photo preview walls. Guests can also now see videos in their accounts that
previously only Memory Maker Guests could access. All Guests wearing active
MagicBands will have attraction videos automatically associated to their
accounts. More details on the changes can be found in the link below...
Details and Discussion Here
October
28, 2014
Walt Disney World Resort
Announces Two New Dining Experiences for Disney Springs
Two new restaurants
have been announced for the re-imagined Downtown Disney area, Disney
Springs. Chef Masaharu Morimoto is bringing pan-Asian dining to Morimoto
Asia, and Schussler Creative is opening The BOATHOUSE, an upscale,
waterfront dining experience. Both will be located The Landing, which is in
the area previously occupied by Pleasure Island.
Details and Discussion Here
October
24, 2014
Sorcerer's Hat to be
Removed From Disney's Hollywood Studios - Jack Sparrow Departing
INTERCOT's Sources are
telling us that Disney will announce the removal of the Sorcerer's Hat from
Disney's Hollywood Studios shortly. The park icon (much like the wand over
Epcot's Spaceship Earth) has been a source of minor controversy since it's
introduction. Purists argue that the Great Movie Ride was designed to be
the "weenie" of the park while others point to the Earful Tower as the parks
symbol. In other news, the Legend of Captain Jack Sparrow is also mentioned
to be closing next month.
Details and Discussion Here
October
17, 2014
'Big Hero 6' Meet & Greet
Coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios
Guests will soon be able to meet Hiro
and his huggable robot buddy Baymax, the stars of the new Disney animated
film 'Big Hero 6.' Hiro's workshop garage will be the setting for the newest
character meet & greet, located inside The Magic Of Disney Animation at
Disney's Hollywood Studios. The Wreck-It-Ralph meet featuring Ralph and
Vanellope will close to make way for the 'Big Hero 6' stars.
Details and Discussion Here
October
8, 2014
Reserve a Fall Vacation to
Orlando and Receive a FREE Night from All Star Vacation Homes!
Plan an autumn vacation
to Disney and save with the return of this special offer from All Star
Vacation Homes. Stay 4 nights, receive 5th night FREE in any All Star home
or condo in Orlando. Visit the
All Star Website to learn more about this special and find the perfect
vacation home. See website for eligible dates and details. Terms &
Conditions and restrictions apply.
October
7, 2014
2015 Marathon Weekend
Medals Revealed! Are YOU Ready to #runICOT and #cheerICOT?
Check out the bling! The medals have
been revealed, and our plans for '#runICOT and #cheerICOT 2015 Walt Disney
World Marathon Weekend' are coming together. This year we are running and
cheering for a cause - THYCA, the Thyroid Cancer Survivors Association,
Inc.! So check out our itinerary and stay tuned for details on new exclusive
shirts. You don't have to be a runner to participate, and it's sure to be a
magical weekend for all INTERCOTees!
#runICOT Marathon Weekend Event Details Here
More Details & Discussion Here
October
6, 2014
Stay, Play and Dine Is
Back!
Disney has
released a spring Stay, Play and Dine offer! It can be booked for arrivals
most nights January 5 - March 7, 2015. This package requires a 3 night
minimum stay and 2 day base tickets. The offer is open today to Chase Disney
Visa cardholders, and will open to the public on October 9th.
Contact
INTERCOT sponsor
Magical Journeys today for more information and to book your vacation!
Details and Discussion Here
October
5, 2014
Farewell to Maelstrom,
Epcot Attraction Closing Today After Sending Guests 'Back, Back Over the
Falls' Since 1988
The last guests will
'pass this way' today, as the sentimental favorite is closing this evening
to make way for a new Frozen attraction at the Norway Pavilion. Please share
your memories as we discuss this Epcot treasure!
Discussion Here
October
3, 2014
Momento Mori, New Haunted
Mansion Merchandise Shop, Opens at Magic Kingdom
The new Haunted Mansion gift shop,
Momento Mori, has begun a preview period which is expected to run
intermittently until the location's grand opening in mid October. One of the
feature offerings is the opportunity to create your own 'changing
portrait.' This new retail location replaces Yankee Trader, and can be
found just around the corner from the Haunted Mansion attraction in the
Magic Kingdom.
Details and Discussion Here
October
2, 2014
Follow Along This
Weekend. All Resorts - One Day - LIVE Grand Social Media Tour!
Join INTERCOT's
Christine Warner this Sunday for a Grand Tour of each Disney resort. That's
right, Christine is attempting to hit them all in one day. She'll
"check-out" the value, moderate, deluxe resorts, as well as the campground.
The fun starts at 10am, so make plans to "check-in" with us with your
questions, requests and comments via the INTERCOT Boards, Facebook,
Instagram, and Twitter.
INTERCOT Boards - Get Your Requests In!
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October
2, 2014
October Fort Wilderness
Campfire Sing-A-Long Movie Schedule
After a
long day in the parks, head on over to Fort Wilderness Campground, grab some
marshmallows, visit with Chip 'n Dale, and relax while enjoying a Disney
movie with the family. This nightly event is free, and open to all Disney
Resort guests. And for October, you're sure to see some classic Disney
Halloween films on the list. But don't worry, they're not so scary!!
Full Schedule & Discussion Here
Actors Jonathan Groff and Joe Morton Added to Epcot Candlelight Processional
Lineup
Jonathan
Groff (Kristof from 'Frozen') and Joe Morton ('Scandal') have been added to
the list of celebrity narrators for the telling of the story of Christmas,
held annually over the holidays in Epcot's American Gardens. Groff will
appear December 3-4, and Morton will appear December 12-14. There are still
two open dates with the narrator yet to be determined.
Full Schedule & Discussion Here
October
1, 2014
Make Your Holidays Sparkle
With This Disney's Hollywood Studios Frozen Holiday Premium Package
Offered November 7 –
19, November 21 – December 9 and December 11 – January 4, 2015, this package
includes reserved seating for a performance of “For the First Time in
Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration” at the Premiere Theatre, and
reserved Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights viewing and
Frozen-themed dessert party (which will feature mini Anna cupcakes and mini
Elsa cupcake, among other delicious treats) in the evening, and a holiday
themed lithograph and “Frozen” pin.
More Details and Pricing Here
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